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The best of both worlds

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Terrace/patio
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Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Goodlettsville, TN
  • Rivergate Mall
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Grand Ole Opry
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Nashville, TN (BNA-Nashville Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The best of both worlds

Come enjoy "The best of both worlds". After filling your day with the action of the city retreat to the fresh country air and serenity of this chalet style home, relax on the 1000 square foot deck and take in the best view in town! Sitting on a 63 acre private gated farm on the outskirts of Nashville in the town of Goodlettsville, home of the little league baseball champions of 2012. We are within walking distance of the largest antique district in Tennessee. Rivergate mall, grocery stores and every desired restaurant, historic landmark or shopping experience awaits you within a 5 mile radius. Named after my beloved black and white paint horse "Valentino" who lived to the ripe old age of 30 and reigned over these acres till early 2013. Newly remodeled "Valentino's retreat was once the "early days" home of the iconic Kris Kristofferson. It is loaded with all the comforts of home and some extras! The decor celebrates the spirit of Nashville with music business memorabilia that is from the owner Dana's personal collection. It is 13 miles from downtown Nashville. This is a peaceful place for a relaxing get away it is NOT A PARTY HOUSE.

Property manager

Dana McVicker
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 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
This is a place to get away from the noise. We are close to the down town Nashville action but a retreat when you are ready to leave the action behind and relax. If you are looking for a party house this would NOT be it. We do not have a cleaning fee and because of that we just ask that you leave things as you found them. Although you are not required to do the laundry. Leave that to us.

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Goodlettsville

Goodlettsville is home to this holiday home. Grand Ole Opry and Ryman Auditorium are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Broadway and Opry Mills. Check out an event or a game at Bridgestone Arena, and consider making time for Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, a top attraction not to be missed. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
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Goodlettsville, TN

What's nearby

  • Rivergate Mall - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center - 18 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Grand Ole Opry - 18 min drive - 23.0 km
  • Opry Mills - 18 min drive - 23.0 km
  • Opryland Hotel Gardens - 19 min drive - 22.3 km

Getting around

  • Nashville Riverfront Station - 20 min drive
  • Nashville International Airport (BNA) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The best of both worlds pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The best of both worlds?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The best of both worlds?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The best of both worlds located?

Situated in Goodlettsville, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Manskers Station, Historic Mansker's Station Frontier Life Center and Rivergate Mall. Amqui Station and Visitors Center and TriStar Skyline Madison Campus are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 151 out of 158 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 158 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Tryna G.

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

Weekend getaway

Good location out of the city but close enough to visit whatever we wanted
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela L.

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

Perfect little place

This was a wonderful little cottage. Perfect for the two of us. Close enough to the city that we could get anywhere easily but away from all the hustle and bustle. Loved all the wildlife we saw there. Loved sitting on the deck having my tea and getting some great photos. Mozart (mini horse) and Jill (donkey) were very sweet and we loved being able to visit with them.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikki B.

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

Beautiful anniversary getaway

Wonderful, quiet setting, with just a short drive from entertainment and events!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Summer S.

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

The BEST place we have stayed so far!

Absolutely wonderful place to stay. It was clean, cute, and the perfect size for my husband and I. No overwhelming fragrances to upset my allergies. Very quiet and surrounded by wildlife. Saw wild turkey, young bucks and a hawk right outside the house. If we attend another venue this is the first place we will check for availability. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Tom K.

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

Country Setting

Cute cottage with all the amenities needed for a nice getaway. Host service was great. Plus you can visit with her donkey and miniature horse!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C.

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

A great place to stay

A great place to stay. A little country in the city. Central to everything we wanted to do. Would recommend to anyone traveling to the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David F.

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

Cottage stay

We had an excellent stay at this cottage overlooking pastures,making
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colette M.

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

Anniversary

Quiet and restful. We enjoyed it. I work alot so, the time away was great. We walked and went to church. The restaurants were also a plus, vegan. Thank you for letting us stay in your home.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

marlon c.

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

Yes it is "The Best of Both Worlds"

Nothing like escaping the hustle and bustle of Nashville to the back deck of this beautiful location. Set and enjoy wild turkey and deer and oh yes the donkey and miniature horse, real sweethearts. All this and still yet only 15 minutes from downtown (depending on traffic conditions). To top it off, the host has a real history in country music even being nominated female vocalist of the year. My wife and I both agree we would book this property again. It was more than we expected.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Belinda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it! Beautiful and so relaxing. Had visits every day from Jill the donkey and Mozart the miniature horse. Really appreciated the extra effort Dana goes to for her guests; e.g., all of the light switches were labeled so no flipping switches to figure out the lights, instructions around the house letting you know how to do certain things. Just these little things make your trip so much better! House was very clean and had plenty of room. The property is beautiful with a lot of wildlife. Dana was a great host! I would not hesitate to recommend this property to anyone looking for a quiet, peaceful place to stay. Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandi T.

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

A little slice of heaven!

This property is an absolute gem! Located in a perfect spot away from the hustle and bustle of the city, it offers a peaceful retreat surrounded by nature. The tranquility is unmatched, and the view alone makes it worth the stay.The best part? The mini horse Mozart and Jill the donkey, who are the perfect, charming touches to this already beautiful setting. They add a sprinkle of joy to the whole experience. If you're looking for a peaceful getaway with a bit of farm charm, this place is it!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danny B., Antioch, Illinois

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

Nashville Vacation

Beautiful, clean property, just a few minutes from downtown Nashville. We had a great stay, the bed was super comfortable! Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

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

Quiet retreat

We enjoyed our brief stay at this little cottage. It’s a beautiful setting on a quiet farm.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa C., Arkadelphia USA

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

Loved it!!

We really enjoyed our stay here!! It is just the sweetest little country cottage!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bill O.

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

Great Trip

The location was perfect for us. We had a rental car and took in the sights and activities. Parking in downtown Nashville is not a problem. The airport is a 20 minute drive. We would return if ever back in Nashville.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

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

Quiet, outside of town, small country property.

We were VERY satisfied with our rental. The inside of the small house was well maintained and kept very clean. This house had everything O have at my own home except for food in the fridge!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin P.

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

Beautiful county getaway close to Nashville

Very nice and clean cottage with country views, but close to all amenities and activities. The miniature horse and donkey there are so sweet too! Communication was really great. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan K.

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

Quiet and comfortable

Nice and cozy. Fun to be greeted by Jill (donkey) and Mozart (mini horse). Bed is super comfortable and everything we needed was there for a nice stay. We will probably come back when we visit Nashville again as it is easy to get into the city.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

Lovely stay near Nashville

This was a very nice find in a beautiful peaceful setting in nature. We feel we got an authentic Nashville experience with the story and history of the cottage. We also appreciated the ability to recycle during our stay. We had a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dean J.

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

First timers to Nashville

This was our first time to Nashville and we choose to stay outside of Nashville at The Best of Both Worlds and it was perfect for us. Very peaceful and relaxing and enjoyed sitting on the deck each morning and watching the turkeys and deer with fawns and hummingbirds
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt K.

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

Great quiet getaway!

This was an excellent getaway retreat for my wife and I. It was secluded, quiet, clean, and exactly what we needed. The back porch overlooking the tree line and meadow was beautiful. And meeting Jill and Mozart was the icing on the cake.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda A.

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

Nashville Get Away

It was a beautiful, quiet location. Just what you need from the crazyness of Nashville. Mozart and Jill made my day every morning. Felt like Home
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanna D.

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

Peaceful cottage retreat

This delightful cottage is situated just outside town but feels as if its in the countryside. It is comfortable, well equipped and ideal for a couple wanting to be near Nashville but not in the city.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine M.

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

Nashville trip

This is the cutest cottage. Close to all conviences. It was perfect for what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Preston B.

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

Wonderful Place to Stay!

This little house felt secluded and comfortable for my wife and adult daughter to stay and work as I drove into Nashville for a few days to work. They loved the pony and donkey! Property is clean and quiet. We had a little trouble getting to the property because Apple maps had us arriving a hundred yards or more before the actual entrance. We finally figured it out. Dana was fantastic!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Dana McVicker

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Dana has lived in Goodlettsville for over 45 years. She has been in the Music industry for most of her life. Dana was a recording artist on Capitol records and Warner Bro's in the 80's and 90's.

What makes this property unique

This 63 acre gated farm has the best view in town! As you sit on the 1000 sq ft deck you overlook the city of Goodlettsville. From the deck you also have a nice view of our pond located here on the farm. Our lovey little equine Mozart the miniature horse and Jill the miniature donkey will greet you (watch them they'll try and charm you out of a slice of apple or carrot!) The wild life is an added bonus!

Languages:

English

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