Nature & dog lovers! Trail, garden, view, privacy, and more!

Welcome to Why Not Woodland Escape — a modern dog-welcoming cabin on 10½ private acres near Chattanooga, TN where nature and outdoor living mingle with comfortable luxury.


Relax on the buttery leather sofa as you look out the floor-to-ceiling custom windows at the peaceful ridgeline and swaying treetops, until... the hot tub, outdoor kitchen, fire pit, screened living room, herb garden, outdoor shower, and private trail invite you outside to play.



Private yet accessible. Quiet. No light pollution.



20 minutes to waterfall and blue hole hikes
40 min to Chattanooga
2 hrs to Nashville, Knoxville, and Atlanta
45 min to Fall Creek Falls
15 min to Cumberland Trail
Walkable to hang gliding


THE LAYOUT

STEP OUTSIDE from the chef's kitchen, and you’ll find a SCREENED OUTDOOR LIVING ROOM with ridgeline views and a perfect curl-up-with-a-book sofa. There's also a TV and a convenient pass-through window to the kitchen.

The stairs from the outdoor living room lead down to the OUTDOOR COVERED KITCHEN, which features a large grill with a side burner, sink, prep space, fridge, and seating for six.

Guests love adding fresh-picked herbs from the HERB GARDEN (steps away from the outdoor kitchen) to their dishes and cocktails.

Grab the S'more sticks and relax around the large FIRE PIT with comfortable Adirondack chairs and a swing.

Step through the large master bedroom sliding door to the HOT TUB AND OUTDOOR SHOWER DECK, complete with a relaxing double chaise to soak in the peace, beauty, and quiet.

The nearly ½-mile PRIVATE CREEKSIDE TRAIL winds through the woods and is just steps from the front door. Dogs give it 5 stars!

INSIDE, the home is warm, modern, uncluttered, but thoughtfully equipped. The CHEF'S KITCHEN is fully stocked with sharp knives, spices, oil, and plenty of cookware and prep space for whatever you dream up.

There’s a BUILT-IN BAR with bar and glassware to craft your curated cocktails.

You also have a dedicated workspace with FIBER INTERNET, a GAME ROOM (Winmau dart board, ping-pong, and Twister), and a GYM with weights, mats, bench, pull-up bar, and more.


BEDROOMS & SLEEP

Restorative sleep comes easy with quality mattresses and 100% cotton percale sheets.

BR 1: Main-level king suite with TV, deck access to hot tub + outdoor shower, and walk-in closet

BR 2: Upstairs queen bedroom with TV and walk-in closet

Br 3: Upstairs two-twin XL room

INTENTIONALLY DOG-WELCOMING ($115 pet fee per stay for up to two dogs)

We're not just dog-friendly, we're dog exuberant! We love featuring our dog friends on our social pages and happily provide dog beds, bowls, treats, towels, blankets, shampoo, waste bags, toys, and even a crate for anxious dogs. Furniture is for humans only — thank you for helping us keep the home beautiful for all guests.


THE WHY NOT STORY

In 2021, we parked a 20’ camper on this land and began clearing it ourselves — uncovering ridgeline views and countless Y-shaped knotty branches along the way. “Why Not” stuck. We designed and built this home from the ground up, crafting many details ourselves. If you stay, we hope you feel the residual good vibes and energy :)

We're proud to have our house design featured in City Scope Magazine (Spring 2026)


WHAT GUESTS SAY

“The cabin and the surrounding scenery were even more beautiful in person than in the photos.”

“If you’re looking for peace and grounding, this is the place for you."

"The hot tub, outdoor shower, and fire pit made everything extra relaxing."

"Beds were comfy, and everything was carefully arranged to ensure all our needs were met.”

“Very well decorated and clean. Loved our visit.”


THE AREA VIBE

You’ve landed in a creative, outdoorsy mountain pocket where hang gliding pilots, hikers, and nature lovers call home.

PARKING

There's plenty! And the driveway is flat and easy to maneuver.


FLOWER MOON BAKERY -- GOODIES DELIVERED TO YOUR DOOR

Mollie owns this delectable micro-bakery, and she happens to live a hop, skip, and a jump from Why Not. She’s like Little Red Riding Hood and literally leaves the basket of yummies on the doorstep.

"The owner, Kelly, hooked us up with Mollie, who delivered freshly-made sourdough bread, farm-fresh eggs, and homemade cinnamon rolls straight to us. The bread and cinnamon rolls were ridiculously good!"

WHAT TO EXPECT

We aim for 5-star experiences every time — and we mean it. We're not a big and impersonal rental company. This is our home, and we love curating epic experiences for our guests!

Why not book your stay?

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OUTDOOR SUMMARY

-- Heated shower
-- Hot tub
-- Screened living room with TV
-- Covered kitchen with sink, fridge, prep space, grill, utensils, carrying tray, and outdoor dinnerware
-- Seasonal take-what-you-need herb garden for cooking and cocktails
-- Firepit and s'more sticks
-- Nearly 1/2 mile private trail with a seasonal creek
--Binoculars for wildlife and bird watching (and bird feeders and seed)
-- No light pollution or road noise
-- Private and quiet
-- Peaceful road walkable to hang gliding launch

INDOOR SUMMARY

-- Well-stocked chef's kitchen with sharp knives, spices, & oil
-- Lux shampoo & body wash provided
-- Coffee (Regular and French Press), tea, filters, and sweeteners provided
-- Game room with darts, ping pong, and games
-- Workout room with weights, bench, mats, boxing bag, sand bag, and pull-up bar
-- Dedicated bar with ice bucket and barware
-- High-speed fiber internet
-- 100% cotton percale sheets & quality mattresses
-- Dedicated workspace with a view
-- Dog bed, treats, bowls, waste bags, towels, toys, and blankets



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