Location: Sewanee, Middle, Tennessee, USA (3.5 Miles from Univ. of the South on the Cumberland Plateau)
Accommodations: House, 5 Bedrooms, 3 Baths (Sleeps 6-11)
Hummingbird House is a 3,000 sq ft home on 10 private, wooded acres. This property is perfect for parents and alumni visiting University of the South or St. Andrews. It is also a fantastic place for family reunions. Visitors will enjoy the close proximity to campus as well as Chattanooga and Nashville.
The home is beautifully decorated and very comfortable. The upstairs has 2 master suites, one with a king-size mattress, the other with a queen. There are 3 bedrooms and a game room area downstairs. The game room has a foosball table, video games, and movies for the kids.
The deck overlooks ornamental gardens which surround the house. There is a patio fireplace on the porch for cool nights as well as a large fire pit through the path in the woods. The whole family will enjoy roasting marshmallows by the campfire.
The house gets its name from the many hummingbirds which buzz the front garden and come right to the feeders on the porch. Beyond the interior flower gardens is a stunning view of the woods.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Bunk Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Video Library
- Video Game Console
- Video Games
- Foosball
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Communications
- Telephone
- Free Long Distance
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Wrap-around porch with built in seating, perfect for large gatherings, 10 acres of woods with a small pond, large fire pit in woods for campfires, beautifully landscaped gardens with walkways surround house.
- Suitability
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Spelunking
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$225/night, except the following University functions:
Parents' Weekend, Homecoming, and Graduation $450/nt
$1400/week, except Graduation $2800/week
$100 cleaning fee
$450 refundable security deposit
***Winter Special*** $175/night or $1,000/wk (December through April)
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2006
We are both Marine Corps veterans and currently live on-site in a small cottage. We are available to help our guests with any questions they may have about the area and activities.
Why the Owner Chose Sewanee
We came to the mountain to visit family for Thanksgiving a few years ago, and immediately fell in love.
The Unique Benefits of this House
Beautiful views of woods and gardens in spring and summer, as well as stunning fall foliage. The house is less than 10 minutes from the University of the South and in beautiful condition. The porch surrounding the house has built-in seating and is perfect for hosting large gatherings.
Property Photos
- Fall is truly spectacular in Sewanee! - Sewanee Vacation Home with Wrap Around Porch for gathering; Game Room; Close to University
- View of Hummingbird House from the garden gate - Sewanee Vacation Home with Wrap Around Porch for gathering; Game Room; Close to University
- Open greatroom and kitchen - Sewanee Vacation Home with Wrap Around Porch for gathering; Game Room; Close to University
- Master Bedroom
- Downstairs Gameroom/Family Room
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