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Papa Tiny rustic-bliss log cabin withprivate hot tub

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Exterior
Outdoor spa tub
Living area
Community fire pit & picnic area between Nana & Apollonie Cabins.
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony

About this property

Papa Tiny rustic-bliss log cabin withprivate hot tub

Summary:

Only 5 minutes from downtown Chattanooga, Papa offers a private hot tub, a furnished back deck, a covered front deck with a charcoal grill, and a shared fire pit. It can comfortably accommodate up to 4 guests, with a main bedroom and a sleeping loft.



The Space:

Please Note: Pets are NOT ALLOWED in Papa Cabin. If you want to travel with a pet please book one of our many pet-friendly cabins.



Wauhatchie Woodlands is a family-owned collection of quaint, tiny-home, rustic-comfort log cabins on a 14-acre wooded property surrounded by National Park land. This natural setting is nested less than a mile from the city with quick access to downtown Chattanooga, Ruby Falls, Lookout Mountain, and the surrounding area.



Named after Nicole's daddy, Papa is equipped with everything you could ever need to make the most of your time in Chattanooga.



Papa is one of our delightful rustic cabins. During your stay, you’ll enjoy a private hot tub, furnished back deck, covered front with charcoal grill, shared fire pit, and an incredibly memorable, charming space surrounded by nature.



Papa can comfortably sleep up to 4 guests between the main bedroom and sleeping loft. The cabin is equipped with a full kitchen, smart TV, private washer dryer combo, & more.



Starting from the back, you’ll find the fully furnished deck, surrounded by decades-old trees, there awaits a space of pure relaxation, your private hot tub, with easy access to the main bedroom. Just off the deck is the shared fire pit and picnic pavilion, perfect for fireside chats and evening s'mores. Firewood can be purchased on-property.



Inside, the main bedroom hosts a queen bed, closets for hanging clothes, lots of drawer storage, and a Smart TV. Just outside the bedroom is your dedicated washer and dryer combo unit on one side and the full bathroom with bathtub on the other.



A step further we enter the kitchen, fully stocked for cooking/dining with an electric range, microwave, stove, full-size fridge, dishwasher, and all the dishes you need to whip up a vacation feast. The living room and kitchen feature an open floor plan with vaulted ceilings with the main TV across from the sofa.



Up the staircase is the sleeping loft equipped with two twin beds. Kids will love having their own space. For grownups, clearance in the loft is low, just 4' - it’s perfect for sleeping, just watch your head when you get up.



The cabin’s covered front porch with dining set is the perfect place for a morning cup of coffee, or grilling out on your dedicated charcoal grill (guests must provide their own charcoal).



Chattanooga is a city known for its railroads. There are active train tracks that border the property to the north and I-24 is about half a mile away. Please note that light sleepers may be affected by the ambient city and train noise. Each cabin has been equipped with a white noise machine to help minimize any disturbance.



We are pleased to allow dogs at Papa Cabin, under specific terms and conditions. See our pet policy for more information.



Pack ‘n Play Travel cribs are available upon request.



To make sure your stay at Wauhatchie Woodlands is perfect, our locally based Guest Services representatives are on-call from 8 am to 11 pm, seven days a week.



Guest Access:

You’ll have your cabin all to yourself during your stay. Wauhatchie Woodlands is a 14-acre property surrounded by National Forest. Guests have access to trails around the grounds, as well as shared pavilions, community fire pits, and playground. Please be respectful of other guests during your stay.



The Neighborhood:

Lookout Valley



Getting Around:

To make the most of your stay, we recommend a car to get around. Each of our tiny cabins can accommodate two cars in private driveways.



UBER and Lyft are available throughout the Chattanooga area, in addition to a number of local taxi services. Please note that availability may be extremely limited during peak times.



The city of Chattanooga offers reasonably priced parking on the street and in several public parking lots.



A free electric shuttle bus runs between the Chattanooga Choo Choo and the Tennessee Aquarium with stops at every block. The buses run every 15 minutes, Monday through Friday from 6:30 am to 10 pm, Saturday from 9:30 am to 11 pm, and Sunday from 9:30 am to 8:30 pm. Bus schedules may vary, please consult the Chattanooga Area Regional Transit Authority website for the most up to date schedules.



Bike Chattanooga offers bike share rentals at 42 self-service kiosk locations all around downtown Chattanooga. With over 300 bicycles and 50 e-bikes this is a great way to explore the city. Visit Bike Chattanooga’s website to learn more.



Other Things to Note:

Trains & Noise:



Chattanooga is a city known for its railroads. There are active train tracks that border the property to the north and I-24 is about half a mile away. Please note that light sleepers may be affected by the ambient city and train noise. Each cabin has been equipped with a white noise machine to help minimize any disturbance.



Pet Policy:



Pets are NOT ALLOWED in Papa Cabin.



If you want to travel with a pet please ask about our pet-friendly cabins. Any evidence of a pet being on this property during your stay will result in a minimum $100 fine.



Deposits:



Please note that guests under 21 or guests residing in the Greater Chattanooga Metropolitan Area will be charged a $200 refundable deposit subsequent to receiving their booking confirmation. Please review our policy forbidding parties, events, and unregistered guests to ensure your stay abides by this policy and does not jeopardize your deposit.



No Smoking:



Smoking, vaping, and the use of e-cigarettes are prohibited inside Timberroot properties.



Refer to the rental agreement to see these policies and the additional fees that occur if you fail to follow them.



Pests:



We take great care to ensure our properties are free from pests. Our properties are regularly treated by professional pest control and our staff takes preventative measures to keep pests out.



However, as our properties are located in wooded areas, it is possible for guests to encounter insects and/or small woodland creatures like mice. If you do encounter an unwelcome pest inside your lodging, please contact our Guest Services team immediately so that our grounds team can address the problem as quickly as possible. We ask that guests help us prevent pests by keeping doors and window screens closed and maintaining proper cleanliness during their stay.



By booking with us, you accept that encountering insects and woodland creatures is a possibility and that no refunds will be issued for such instances.



Surveillance Cameras:



Please note that for your safety, cabins may have a camera located on the front porch, facing outwards monitoring activity in front of the cabin (including driveway and roads).



Interaction with Guests:

All of our cabins are equipped with keyless entry systems that make check-in and check-out a fully automated process. Full instructions will be provided prior to your check-in date.



If you have any questions, comments, or experience any difficulties during your stay, our team of dedicated, locally based Guest Services representatives are on-call and available to help from 8 am to 11 pm every day.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

• RENTAL AGREEMENT– A rental agreement is required to complete your booking. A link will be provided by email immediately following your bo...

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3354265vb
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Chattanooga

Lookout Valley, a neighbourhood in Chattanooga, is home to this cabin. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ruby Falls and Rock City, while Lookout Mountain Incline Railway and Tennessee Aquarium are popular area attractions. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Finley Stadium, or consider a night out at Camp Jordan.
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Chattanooga, TN

What's nearby

  • Ruby Falls - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Cravens House - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Tennessee Aquarium - 6 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Raccoon Mountain Caverns - 8 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Point Park - 8 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Los 3 Amigos - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Papa Tiny rustic-bliss log cabin withprivate hot tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Papa Tiny rustic-bliss log cabin withprivate hot tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Papa Tiny rustic-bliss log cabin withprivate hot tub?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Papa Tiny rustic-bliss log cabin withprivate hot tub located?

Located in Lookout Valley, this cabin is within 2 miles (3 km) of Ruby Falls, Reflection Riding Arboretum and Nature Center and International Towing and Recovery Hall of Fame and Museum. Lookout Mountain Incline Railway and Moccasin Bend Brewing Company are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allison M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this cabin! It was clean and had all the amenities. Secluded and private even though other cabins were close by.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 September 2025
Thank you for the lovely review. Glad the cabin was clean, well-equipped, and felt private even with nearby cabins. We hope to host you again at Timberroot.
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10/10 Excellent

Rusty A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

Enjoyed our visit very much.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 September 2023
Hi, Rusty, thank you so much for taking the time to review us! We are so glad you enjoyed your visit so much. We would really appreciate you sharing the word about Wauhatchie Woodlands and we would love to have you stay with us again the next time you visit the Chattanooga area!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rodney C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can was fantastic. Great design and clean. Hot tub was a big plus. Secluded enough for privacy and quiet relaxation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 August 2025
We're delighted to receive your positive feedback, Rodney! It's fantastic to know you had a wonderful experience with Timberroot Rustic Retreats. Your satisfaction is our priority, and we look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice clean cabin, a little overpriced. Did have a dingy smell. Was a little loud with train nearby, but used the sounds machine. Clean hot tub,just a lot of chlorine! Overall not a bad place to stay near attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wesley B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Papa cabin

Great wonderful place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 April 2024
Thank you for the awesome review, Wesley ! We work hard to meet expectations like yours, and we’re happy to hear we hit the mark for you. Please come back and stay with us at Wauhatchie Woodlands the next time you are vacationing in Chattanooga. Cheers! -Timberroot Rustic Retreats
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Micah V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend trip

Perfect little place to stay in a little community of cabins. Great for a weekend. Had everything we needed. Very convenient to town!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 February 2025
Thank you, Micah! We are so glad you enjoyed our little community of cabins here at Wauhatchie Woodlands. We hope you will join us again on your next getaway to Chattanooga!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Wonderful place

It was great, we just didn’t realize it was a neighborhood of cabins
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 February 2025
Thank you for your feedback, Christopher! We're glad to hear you had great time at Timberroot. Our cabin village offers a unique cozy experience, and we appreciate your kind words. We look forward to welcoming you back for another stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scout P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very cozy

A/C was good, appliances good, bed very comfy, and hot tub very hot! Very fun and peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 November 2024
Thank you for the glowing review, Scout! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay at our Timberroot Rustic Retreats property. We appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

Jim b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and clean

Awsome will do again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May 2025
Your support means a lot to us, and we can't wait to see you again for another memorable stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

bill b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Papa Cabin

Nice cabin for the weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 September 2023
Thanks for sharing, Bill, the team at Timberroot Rustic Retreats is thrilled to receive such a great rating for our Papa cabin at Wauhatchie Woodlands. We hope you visit Chattanooga again soon and choose to stay with us once again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geneva S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy

We were very cozy in our tiny cabin. The bed and pillows were very comfy. We had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 October 2024
Thank you for the glowing review, Geneva! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay at our Timberroot Rustic Retreats property. We appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Daddy daughter trip

I stayed here with my 4 and 6 year old for a daddy daughter long weekend trip. We had a blast! Perfect for a cozy outdoor retreat. Great location and amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2024
Thank you for the glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay at our Timberroot Rustic Retreats property. We appreciate your kind words and hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

christina b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Vacation

My husband and I stayed in the "Papa" cabin, and we had simply the best time. The hot tub was perfect and secluded, the cabin was a perfect size, and everything was clean. They provided laundry and dishwashing detergent which helped with convenience, as we had flown in from Colorado, and didn't have many things with us. We loved being so close to town, but at the same time feeling like we were in the middle of nowhere. The grounds were fun to walk around, and we had a great time playing basketball and trying out pickleball. We don't usually like to vacation in the same place more than once, but will definitely consider coming back here because of how great everything was!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2025
Thank you for your wonderful review, Christina! We're glad to hear that you had a great experience at Timberroot. We hope to welcome you back in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

The papa cabin was great and just the right size for our weekend getaway. The only thing I would not give a 5 star on is location. It is not the easiest getting in and out especially in the dark. But overall a great place and would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 December 2024
Thank you for sharing your experience, Joanne! We're glad you had a great time with Timberroot Rustic Retreats. Your support means a lot to us, and we can't wait to see you again for another memorable stay.
Verified

8/10 Good

Zachary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Met exepctations. Great stay. Location was great to all our activities.

Cabin was nice and clean but we did have a few roaches in the cabin one night. We did see the grounds keepers spraying cabins though. TVs wouldnt connect to WIFI. They did send messages to contact them for any support but we werent there to watch television and and to simply enjoy our time away so no biggy. Cabin had all the essentials to make our stay wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2024
Thank you for your review, Zachary. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Wauhatchie Woodlands. We strive to take care of our guests and do all we can to make every experience great. You are correct, we do spray regularly but we are also surrounded by trees. We appreciate your feedback and hope to have you back again!
Verified

8/10 Good

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good Value Location

Cons: Busy railroad right next to the campground. Difficult sharp / steep turn off a busy road getting into the place (larger vehicles beware. Saw a pickup truck have to back up and try again)Pros: Mostly clean. Enough space for a long weekend. Attached hot tub. Minutes from Ruby Falls / Lookout Mountain / Rock City. We stayed in the Papa cabin which seemed to be the only one in the entire grounds with a 45 degree inclined driveway. A few others weren't flat, but if there was rain we wouldn't have made it up this one. There was no TV remote in the master bedroom, which is a shame because vacation nights are the only time my wife watches television. We told them on the 1st night but they never fixed it and wasn't worth calling a second time. Some dust in the dresser drawers which they said they would address with housekeeping. Kids were very happy overall, just keep in mind you're in a rustic area. Train noise didn't actually bother us even though a quarterback could hit them with a football. Actually would recommend this camp site but maybe try another cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 May 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that your experience with Timberroot Rustic Retreats was everything you hoped for. It’s wonderful knowing you had a peaceful and memorable stay. We do want to mention that we do keep earplugs and noise machines in all our cabins to help with train noise for our light sleepers. We truly appreciate you choosing us and look forward to welcoming you back whenever you're ready for another getaway!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fallan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Cabin

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 November 2024
Thanks for sharing your experience! We're delighted you had a lovely time at Timberroot Rustic Retreats. Your support is invaluable to us, and we're excited to see you again for another memorable stay.

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