Vacation Rentals by Owner

Relaxing

Guest: Sandy (Oldsmar, FL)
Date of Stay: 04/22/12 Review Submitted: 05/19/12

What a wonderful, peaceful location. After days of hiking, shopping and being a "tourist", it was wonderful to come back to such a great spot! We enjoyed sitting on the front porch, and also the back deck so we could watch our dog investigate the yard. He loved all the shade, and the room to romp around. Thanks for making your home "our home" for a short time.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, pet owners, sightseeing.

Can't wait to come back!

Guest: Logan (Navarre, Florida)
Date of Stay: 03/12/12 Review Submitted: 04/02/12

We came with teenagers and their friends for a Spring Break getaway, and now my kids want to go nowhere else. We were in heaven in the wooded boulder-strewn mountainside, listening to songbirds, watching stars and heat-lightening at night, stretching out on the screened-in porch with friends. This house was perfect for us, providing lots of common spaces for multiple different age-groups to socialize on the three separate floors. The kitchen was fully stocked and allowed us to cook for several dinner parties. The electronics were perfect for the kids. Even the dogs and ferret we brought had a perfect time. The house feels completely secluded but is easy to get to, with nearby shopping centers and highway access. Inside, the decor was beautiful but comfortable, and (my interest) low maintenance, allowing quick and easy clean up when we left. Probably what I liked best about it was that the owner, Karen, loves the place, and you feel that personal hominess in every room. Felt more like a visit to a friend than a rental. Thank you again!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Great Place to Stay

Guest: Heather (Macon, GA)
Date of Stay: 03/09/12 Review Submitted: 03/15/12

I rented this house for a low-key bachelorette party weekend, and we loved it! The house is kept clean and in good condition, the furniture is nice and homey, and we slept 8 people comfortably with room to spare. The living room area is lovely and was a great place for everyone to hang out. The house is in a really serene, scenic area, and I think all the girls were impressed with this choice. The property owner was vigilant about keeping in touch with me prior to our stay. She even called me the night before our stay began to explain a few specifics about the house and give detailed directions to make sure no one got lost on the way. Also, the price was very reasonable compared to a lot of the other properties I looked into. The house is lovely, the property owner was great to work with, and I honestly don't think you can find a better place to stay for the money. I would definitely recommend this house.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, sightseeing.

Chattanooga Lodge Review

Guest: Bob & Debby (Atlanta, Ga.)
Date of Stay: 09/02/11 Review Submitted: 09/11/11

We really want you to know that we totally enjoyed your Hixson, Tn., lodge/home last weekend for our birthday and family reunion. It was everything that you advertised and that we expected. The weather was brutally hot until Monday (labor day) morning when the rains came, so we had good weather in addition to great accommodations. We will recommend your vacation villa to any and all of our friends and relatives that may be looking for a quiet place for rejuvenation and relaxation. Again, your place "fits that bill" wonderfully.

Recommended for:Age 55+, pet owners, romantic getaway.

One of my best vacations ever

Guest: Jane (Paris, France)
Date of Stay: 08/28/11 Review Submitted: 09/08/11

After the hustle and bustle of life in Paris, this setting reminded me so much of my Scottish roots. Having read the reviews and although there was only one that was negative, I did contact the owners to clarify certain points that this gentleman had made. I learned that the fridge problem was due to a storm and required only the flick of a switch. The grill had been replaced and as for the hot tub, in temperatures of 95 degrees, the last thing we wanted was a hot bath. The owners kindly offered us a reduced rate due to the fact that the hot tub no longer heated up. The scenery was magnificent and the house absolutely beautiful. The views reminded me of those from my parents' home in Scotland and I will certainly go back. My concerns soon disappeared - in fact - five minutes after our arrival. I have no hesitation in recommending this idylllic location for the perfect vacation. Take a look at the view from the front porch!!!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Felt Like Home

Guest: Bonnie (Clermont, Florida)
Date of Stay: 07/30/11 Review Submitted: 08/08/11

My family and I rented the Chattanooga Lodge with another family from July 30 - August 7 for the ASA 16U Nationals Softball Championship in which both our daughters participated. The house far exceeded our expectations. It was clean, comfortable and well maintained. It was so nice to get up in the morning and be able to have a cup of coffee on the screened porch to get the day started. Having a full-sized kitchen for meal preparation was wonderful. With two softball players we generated a lot of dirty clothes and having the convenience of a washer and dryer made the week easier. It was a great experience and I would highly recommend to anyone who is looking for a great place that is out of the way but close enough to shopping and restaurants to check out the Chattanooga Lodge. If you have a chance, grab a bite to eat at the Big River Grille and Brewing Works in downtown Chattanooga. You won't be sorry.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, sightseeing.

House OK, Chattanooga Area Fantastic!

Guest: Ronald P. (Naples, FL)
Date of Stay: 07/16/11 Review Submitted: 08/20/11

Six family members, including two grandchildren, ages 6 & 8 enjoyed exploring the Chattanooga Area: Aquarium, Signal Mountain, battlefields, nearby brook, Tellus Science Museum etc. The brook was definitely everyone’s favorite. The house was clean and adequately supplied. Arriving Saturday evening, however, we discovered the refrigerator not working, and later that the gas grill had not worked for a long time – broken knobs, grease filling the gas holes, rust, etc. In addition, shortly before arriving, the very personable overseas owner had notified us that the hot tub was not functioning. The “advertised mountain views” may have been true at one time. Four weeks later, we anxiously await the return of our $250 damage deposit. Over the years, my wife and I have rented over a dozen vacation homes. Chattanooga Lodge is not a good value.

Owner response:The above review is a FIRST for us. The return of the damage deposit went astray in the mail and triggered this review. The refrigerator was not working due to a power outage earlier in the day because of a storm, a flip of the switch and it worked. We have a great new $450 gas grill our old one worked but needed replacing. The mountain is still there and the view is still beautiful from the screened front porch. Damage deposits are now asked for in a separate check and not deposited. Our rates have also been reduced and offer fantastic value for such a lovely home. Please see the review from our guests who vacationed at our home after this stay also listed. Unfortunately, this guest also commented that the River trip was badly planned!!!

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Love your home :-)

Guest: Cande (Illinois)
Date of Stay: 06/20/11 Review Submitted: 07/02/11

Another vacation of relaxation and memories! We simply love this home. It has everything you need for a great vacation. relaxing porch, quiet large backyard with deck. This is our return visit and we are already planning our next. Grandma was just as impressed as we were. We filled the hummingbird feeders and added one, on the last day they returned Yeah! Hubby and i had "date night" in Chattanooga while gma and Rex stayed home resting on the porch... Your home is a great place for ALL... Thank you again Karen and Peter. hope you return to enjoy it too! Carol, Eric, Gma and Rex (the yorkie)

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

A fantastic place to stay in the Chattanooga area!

Guest: Ben (Lafayette, LA)
Date of Stay: 07/10/10 Review Submitted: 07/26/10

Stayed here with my wife & two boys and had a blast! Very roomy and has all comforts of home - gas grill, hot tub, pots/pans, utensils, coffee maker, etc. The screened in porch was just amazing - to sit out there with a cup of coffee and have your quiet moments before the kids wake up is priceless. Definitely enough space to fit a few families for a joint-venture. Two miles from a freshwater mountain creek where we all played for hours on end (Chickamagua Gorge, Soddy Daisy). 15min to Chattanooga, 20min to Lookout mountain, perfect location. The town of Hixson is a straight shot from the house and has Wal-Mart, Target, Sporting good store, restaurants, etc. It was fantastic and we look forward to coming back again.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Excellant Get-Away

Guest: Cande (Illinois)
Date of Stay: 06/14/10 Review Submitted: 06/22/10

Our stay was amazing! Very private, yet so close to everything. This house has everything you could ever want. Very clean, hot tub was a perfect place to relax after a day out and about. Our lil yorkie had a great time running in the back yard and laying on the front porch while we just took everything in! Bed was comfortable and wow a bedroom/ tv in the lower floor (we dont like storms). watching the hummingbirds feed was an addition to our entertainment. would recommend to anyone visiting the chattanooga area.

Owner response:Thanks so much. You were a pleasure to work with. Come back soon Karen

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Great Place To Stay

Guest: Vicki & Steve & Family (St. Louis, Missouri)
Date of Stay: 04/16/10 Review Submitted: 04/26/10

We had a wonderful time here in Chattanooga. The house was just as described. Lots of room and very clean. It was very close to everything but sat back in the trees so it felt very private. Loved the hot tub and the screened-in porch. We would definitely recommend this rental to our friends if they are in the Chattanooga area. Thanks, Karen and Peter, for a wonderful stay.

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 06/27/09 Review Submitted: 06/27/09

This house is great! So close to everything, but just far away. It really made our family get together special. The next time we visit Chattanooga, we will stay here. I really appreciated the personal attention Karen gave to us. Thank you for allowing us to stay in your home.

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Guest: Kimberly & Rick Banks (Homewood, Illinois)
Date of Stay: 08/12/08 Review Submitted: 08/12/08

Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us. We had an awesome time. We took our GPS with us this year and it allowed us to stray from the main highways- the view is just breath-taking. The location of your home gave us a private and relaxing retreat, but yet we where so close to so many things. We have been telling all our friends and family about the awesome vacation home we stayed at. Thank You again!!

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Guest: Scott & Doro Victor
Date of Stay: 05/02/08 Review Submitted: 05/01/08

Again,we had a great time in your beautiful home and this wonderful area....Great riding, great dining and a great place to lay your head after an eventful day. We love the new deorations. Thanks for a great vacation

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Guest: Don & Shirley Harris
Date of Stay: 04/13/08 Review Submitted: 04/12/08

Your house is beautiful and gave us the perfect 'Home' to spend time with family. We were so comfortable reading books, watching movies, soaking in the hot tub & just enjoying the beautiful scenery. We are forever spoiled now when it comes to lodging! Thanks for your extra efforts to make this memorable for everyone.

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Guest: Dave & Lisa Devore
Date of Stay: 03/16/08 Review Submitted: 03/15/08

Your wonderful house was the PERFECT place for a group of friends to reconnect and make some fun new memories. The time we have spent here is something we will always hold close to our hearts. Thanks for showing us how special Tennessee can be - we will definitely be back!

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Guest: Kristi Drane (Greenwood, Indiana)
Date of Stay: 10/24/07 Review Submitted: 10/24/07

The lodge was an awesome place to stay! Plenty of room and plenty of privacy for us and the family that came with us for fall break. The 4 kids had plenty of room to play and the 4 grown-ups did too, with the hot-tub and screened in front porch. CLEAN, SPACIOUS, just a great place to stay. The Chattanooga Lodge was great!

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Guest: Lanno's
Date of Stay: 03/30/07 Review Submitted: 03/29/07

What a beautiful home! We had a wonderful stay here with our good friends the Rosenbergs....Your home is perfect.

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Guest: The Rosenbergs
Date of Stay: 03/30/07 Review Submitted: 03/29/07

We had a terrific time here in your house with our friends. The family room was so cozy and fit us just right, plenty of room for the 4 boys.

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Guest: Paul Barker
Date of Stay: 03/09/07 Review Submitted: 03/08/07

We really enjoyed your house. It was perfect for the whole family.

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Guest: The Ardoin's
Date of Stay: 10/29/06 Review Submitted: 10/28/06

Thank you for allowing us to stay in your wonderful home. We loved the convenience to everything, the duck and the hot tub, swinging on the porch and especially the location of the house - so cozy and secluded. The area has so many attractions. Thank you from all of us.

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Guest: Hollingsworths
Date of Stay: 10/07/06 Review Submitted: 10/06/06

It is so beautiful here. You have created a warm and welcoming retreat

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Guest: Springer
Date of Stay: 08/01/06 Review Submitted: 07/31/06

What a wonderful reunion we had. Your home was perfect for us- lots of room for us to have privacy and lovely space for us all to be together. Your home is beautifully decorated and well equipped with everything that we needed. Thank you so much.

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Guest: DeMond's
Date of Stay: 07/17/06 Review Submitted: 07/16/06

What a wonderful place for our families to meet and spend time together! Half came from Tampa and the other half from Chicago. We 'enjoyed being at home' cooking out and especially the hot tub. We also got beautiful family photos in your very nicely landscaped yard. The screened- in porch was the perfect place to swing on and read a book. The brochure box was very handy. This was a wonderful vacation for us all ages 59 - 2. Thank you for opening your home to rentors to enjoy. This was a wonderful vacation!

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