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Modern comforts in an 1860's log cabin nestled in the Appalachian Foothills.

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A rustic cabin surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
A cozy room with a stone fireplace, a red armchair, a plaid sofa, and a lamp on a wooden table.
A mountainous landscape with a house in the foreground.
A wooden cabin bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a toilet, and a window with a stained glass design.
A log cabin-style room with a bed, a chair, a wooden nightstand, and a door.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Rogersville, TN
  • Place, Parkview Plaza
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Rogersville City Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Hawkins Plaza
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Modern comforts in an 1860's log cabin nestled in the Appalachian Foothills.

Spread out in fifty acres of field and forest or curl up by the original rock fireplace in our 1860's log cabin– just minutes from historic downtown Rogersville.

We love East Tennessee, so we take measures to reduce environmental impact and support our neighbors and regional makers.

Enjoy simple, natural pleasures with modern comforts, all while leaving a low ecological footprint.

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This 1860's log cabin was moved from Surgoinsville to this spot in the 1970's.

The master bedroom is on the first floor; the other two are upstairs. The home is equipped with two full baths– downstairs has a shower, upstairs a clawfoot tub with a "handshower". We care about cooking, so our kitchen is fully equipped. There is a coal grill and outdoor seating on the patio as well as a gas fireplace in the living room.

Every room holds furnishings and decor that have been around for decades or more. Please enjoy them gently.

We want your stay to be as comfortable as possible. Feel free to reach out with any questions about your accommodations.

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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

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
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Important information

You need to know

Property # 554141vb
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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

About the area

Rogersville

Located in Rogersville, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Rogersville City Park and McDonald Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Crockett Spring Park & Arboretum and Cherokee Reservoir. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Rogersville, TN

What's nearby

  • Parkview Plaza - 6 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Rogersville City Park - 6 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Hawkins Plaza - 6 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Crockett Spring Park & Arboretum - 8 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Rogersville Printing Museum - 8 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bull Babies - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪KFC - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pal's Sudden Service - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern comforts in an 1860's log cabin nestled in the Appalachian Foothills. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Modern comforts in an 1860's log cabin nestled in the Appalachian Foothills.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Modern comforts in an 1860's log cabin nestled in the Appalachian Foothills.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modern comforts in an 1860's log cabin nestled in the Appalachian Foothills.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Modern comforts in an 1860's log cabin nestled in the Appalachian Foothills. located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 9 miles (15 km) of Rogersville City Park, Crockett Spring Park & Arboretum and McDonald Golf Club. Cherokee Reservoir is 7.5 mi (12 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 130 out of 144 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 144 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 144 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 144 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 144 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marianne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was awesome to stay in. The host was great. Quick to answer and extremely helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

matt m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome property and cabin
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden gem just outside Rogersville. Beautiful, historic cabin with lots of charm inside and out.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Duane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice cabin. They did a great job using the cabin while still maintaining the original feel. Hosts were great to work with and were very helpful. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mandy B.

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

Lovely property

Spent two nights at this quaint little cabin and it was very nice. Very historic.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michele M.

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

Cozy Log Cabin Getaway

This is a such a cute cabin! So well decorated with antiques, but also has all the modern amenities. The property is so beautiful and peaceful, very special. We loved staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, communication
If you’re a fan of old time rustic ambience you will love this place like we did! Six of us met there from around the country for 4 nights - it was great for us! Laura was available every time she was contacted for our minor questions. The cabin had all modern amenities and we couldn’t have been happier. While in the area we visited the Printing Museum, Red Dog restaurant & Cowboy Steakhouse- pleased at both! We plan to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful stay

Beautiful property, very cool house, deer everywhere. We loved every bit of it
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

courtney h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was my first solo trip ever! I packed up and took my dog with me. We explored the property, hiked up the trail cut out on the mountain side many times, had coffee on the porch every morning, a fire every night. Read a book by the fireplace, ate breakfast by the large window overlooking the property and just soaked it all in. Felt very peaceful and safe here. The host was very sweet and very responsive! Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

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

Gem of a cabin

There are not many places to stay in this area but this cabin is a gem no matter what. Great location and very nice
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacey K.

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

Rogersville explore

The cabin was excellent and the land was amazing. Very much enjoyed staying and using the camp fire. Seeing the deer in field, and rain in the late day made it prefect.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi T.

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

Yearly visit

Idle Hour is our favorite spot for relaxation and fun.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carole H.

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

Authentic Quaint Cabin

We enjoyed our stay at this authentic cabin. I wish we had more time to take advantage of the fire pit and the outdoor patios. Overall the location was great for us to visit family in the area. Thanks for a great visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karla H.

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

Adorable

Awesome cabin! Clean and so cute!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracee R.

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

Perfect Rustic Cabin

The cabin was spacious and cozy. Lots of places to sleep and lounge. The outside space was amazing! Our dogs were safe and comfortable. The host was incredibly accommodating both pre booking and with extending our stay. Highly recommended!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brently b.

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

Family Holiday

This was our third time to stay at the cabin. We love it. It is a fantastic place to unplug and get back to basics.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

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

Idle Hours

Great cabin! The period decor and antiquity of the cabin was a charming throwback to earlier times. We especially enjoyed the cozy living room and fireplace. The manicured trails made exploring the property much easier.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deniece W.

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

Our trip

The property was beautiful, we enjoyed it immensely. It was close to other great experiences . Our family joined us a couple of days and we made dinner and another grilled on the wonderful patio with the beautiful view of the mountains. We will be back. Such a great time.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela R.

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

historical dream

The home was more than we expected with all the antiques . The history of the home was interesting and we felt comfortable and at home as soon as we walked in.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Devon K.

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

Gorgeous Location, Classic TN Home

We absolutely loved our stay at Idle Hour Farm. This property was everything we were looking for during our trip to TN! The home is historic, gorgeous and extremely well maintained. We brought our pups with us and they enjoyed themselves as much as we did! The land is beautiful and perfect for walks with a gorgeous Mountain View. The home was super clean and had that classic “log cabin” feel. We can’t wait to book our next visit. Thank you so much for offering this beautiful property for us to experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Betty P.

Great mixture of history and modern amenities!

Staying at this historic log farmhouse was an adventure. A week was not long enough to see the treasures within the house and the surrounding countryside. Front porch for morning coffee and back patio with new gas grill for evenings. Every room was inviting and offered nostalgic treasures. Hope owner will put screens on windows before fall. Would love to come back then and enjoy cool days and evenings.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 21 March 2020
Betty, we are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay. We like to share our family heirloom and know that others enjoy it as much we do. Now about the screens......boy, I wish I knew where those went. I know some windows have them, but to get them for those old aluminium windows.....I will have to keep an eye out. We have thought of replacing the windows and that may be in the future. Come on back anyway, every season has its treasure.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea W.

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

A Step Back In Time

A historic cabin with all the modern amenities. If you are a history buff this is a great retreat for you! Filled with antiques and very charming. Situated on a 50 acre farm it is a peaceful respite with several old farm building to explore. The host is very responsive and provided several suggestions of nearby places to visit during our stay. I would like to mention however that true to the time period of when this was originally built, the ceilings are low with exposed beams, but for me that just added to the rustic appeal.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peggy K.

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

Idle Hour is peaceful and beautiful

This was our second visit to Idle Hour Farm. It was fun exploring the property. Used the fireplace on cool crisp mornings we are early risers. I was formerly raised in Tennessee. The log house reminded me of my grandparents log house of days gone by ruined by fire. Love pd sitting on the rockers on the front porch. We even saw a wild turkey doing a walk about. We are in our seventies. Could not negotiate the upstairs but master bedroom downstairs was great. Glad to see modern appliances in an old setting. Enjoyed reading the towns history too. Ate at the Hale Springs Inn and also toured the inns bedrooms where past Presidents have stayed. Their name plaques are on the rooms they stayed in. Inn was established in 1824. The town of Rogersville is historic. My parents grew up there. People are so friendly. The irises were blooming everywhere. It was a memorable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peggy K.

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

So peaceful and beautiful

My first impression when I walked through the door was that we had stepped back in time. My grandparents lived in a log cabin when I was a small child. No electricity nor running water. So glad that you modernized those things. I wanted to just unplug and enjoy the serenity of it all. Glad to see you did have wi-fi just in case we needed it. Only issue for us was negotiating the stairs, we were all in our 70’s. Too old to climb steep steps. So we had my sister in law and myself in the master bedroom. My husband slept in living room on the sofa to keep from climbing the steps. He said it was very comfortable. Our Chihuahua Rose is 13 and has cataracts. She ran around outside like she was a pup. Matter of fact in 3 short days she lost 5 oz. Must have been the sweet clover grass. I can brag to my friends that I stayed in a 1860’s cabin. Thank you so much for an enjoyable trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rich W.

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

Jolly Christmas Cabin!

The perfect setting for an old fashioned Family Christmas! Laura was a fabulous hostess, and had the cabin perfect for our arrival. The cabin was extremely well appointed with everything you need to hunker down for the holiday. Generous bedrooms, bathrooms, and living areas—and an amazing, bucolic family farmstead setting! We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Laura Heeke

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This was my grandfather's farm for many years. My mom grew up here, and I grew up visiting from Knoxville with my cousin. My husband and I have recently taken over its stewardship, and we couldn't be more grateful.

Why they chose this property

It's such a pleasure to have acres to stretch out in and explore, but to be just minutes from downtown Rogersville. It's changed a lot from when I was visiting my Granddaddy, but the warmth is exactly the same.

What makes this property unique

A note from my mom:

"This is my family farm. I was blessed to be the one to carry on to save the farm. My father bought the farm in the 1960s and in 1976 he found the cabin in a neighboring community, bought it, and he and one other man tore it down, piece by piece, numbered each one and put it back on his property. Each cut of wood has his touch and heart in it. I played on this farm as a child, picked strawberries to sell to friends, laid tobacco stakes for my brothers to stalk rows of tobacco, rode our horses, feed our cows, and made castles in the hay loft."

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