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Artsy Home in CHATTANOOGA. ROCK CITY in 3 miles! PLAYGROUND + BIKE PATH

Holiday home in Chattanooga with kitchen and patio

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Blue Gem is a Historic Gem that has Been Lovingly Restored
Blue Gem is Located on a Safe and Quiet Street, the St. Elmo Greenway.
Fall is Here! Come Enjoy S'mores and Family Fun Around the Gas Fire Pit.
The Historic Home has Been Opened Up to Provide a Beautiful Floor Plan
Enjoy the New Comfortable Couch with Plenty of Room to Seat the Whole Crew!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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  • Place, Lookout Mountain Incline Railway
  • Place, Ruby Falls
  • Place, Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District
  • Airport, Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

( Seeping Loft )

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Artsy Home in CHATTANOOGA. ROCK CITY in 3 miles! PLAYGROUND + BIKE PATH

You will love your stay at the Blue Gem! This bright and artsy home is in Chattanooga’s oldest and most historic suburb, St. Elmo. A quick drive up Lookout Mountain to Rock City and Ruby Falls and 2 miles to Downtown Chattanooga! We are located right on the Greenway where neighbors walk their dogs, bike, and say hello. There is a brand new playground within walking distance!
The home is full of original art, right down to the hand welded staircase. Perfect for porch sitting and family gatherings, our *gem* of a home will delight you!

Be sure to check out our other listings.
Next door is.....
The Blue Bungalow # 707613
Across the Street...
Mid Century Modern 1339754

The St Elmo Park is two blocks away and you can walk or ride a bike St Elmo's down town ( on the new pedestrian/ bike lane, right outside the homes doorstep). Where you have abundant local eateries or could catch a ride up Lookout Mt on The Incline Railway. Get Ice cream at MsTs or continue to down town Chattanooga on the River Front parkway.
( Down Town is 2-3 mile away or a 5 min. drive.)
The home is super close to all the do do Chattanooga activities. Ruby Falls, Rock City are a short drive up the Mt.
There are plenty of beautiful hiking trail heads within blocks of the home

** We’re happy to welcome your furry friend—only 1 dog is allowed in the home with a $200 pet fee. Be sure to select the pet option when booking so your final price reflects the pet fees. Pets may not be left unattended in the home at any time.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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

About the area

Chattanooga

Located in Chattanooga, this holiday home is in the city centre. Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ruby Falls and Rock City. Tennessee Aquarium and Songbirds Guitar Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Chattanooga, TN

What's nearby

  • Lookout Mountain Incline Railway - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Ruby Falls - 4 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Chattanooga Convention Center - 6 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District - 6 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Tennessee Aquarium - 7 min drive - 8.9 km

Getting around

  • Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Tap House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Artsy Home in CHATTANOOGA. ROCK CITY in 3 miles! PLAYGROUND + BIKE PATH pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Artsy Home in CHATTANOOGA. ROCK CITY in 3 miles! PLAYGROUND + BIKE PATH?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Artsy Home in CHATTANOOGA. ROCK CITY in 3 miles! PLAYGROUND + BIKE PATH?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Artsy Home in CHATTANOOGA. ROCK CITY in 3 miles! PLAYGROUND + BIKE PATH located?

Located in St. Elmo, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Moccasin Bend Brewing Company and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Ruby Falls. Lookout Mountain Incline Railway and Spiritualist Campground - Natural Bridge are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 158 out of 163 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 163 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 163 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 163 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 163 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey W.

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

Great House - Great Location

The house was clean, well decorated, and had everything we needed. The backyard was an added bonus!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison G.

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

What a Gen

Great location, perfect size for our family of 5, and walkable to so much. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Austin R.

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

Awesome location!

Loved how close we were to everything, quiet neighborhood, cozy house, definitely would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne C.

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

Great weekend getaway

Cozy house in a very quiet neighborhood. The perfect place to end spring break with my daughter and grandkids.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer U.

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

Great location & property for getaway

The house was adorable. The outside area was so much fun for coffee and hanging out. The location is perfect to get around town.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay at the Blue Gem! It was our first time visiting Chattanooga and it was lovely. The Blue Gem is in a killer location in a safe, quiet neighborhood. We were within walking distance to the Lookout Mountain trails and the new playground. Other attractions were also very close and easily driveable, bikeable, or walkable as the house is on the Virginia Avenue Greenway.The house was adorable and comfortable with all of the supplies you need. Our three small children (aged 6, 5, 3) loved sleeping up in the loft. There is also a full sized tub in one of the bathrooms which made bathtime easy.Overall loved our stay and would definitely book again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula L.

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

Another Wonderful Visit

This was our second visit to The Blue Gem while seeing family in the area. The house is so well equipped and comfortable, and the location is perfect--a quiet neighborhood setting that's convenient to shopping and restaurants. We enjoyed our walks on the Greenway that runs through St. Elmo. And Katie was communicative and available for questions if we had them. This was truly another lovely stay--highly recommend! and we will return.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott G.

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

Adorable home

This lovely house was the perfect home for our family. First off, it is absolutely adorable. It was super easy to get in and out. It was very clean and very well stocked. We would absolutely stay here again if coming through Chattanooga. If there was anything I would change, it would be to extend our stay and spend more time in this home, exploring other areas of Chattanooga!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara G.

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

Wonderful location

The house was warm and welcoming. The neighborhood it was in was a very peaceful area and great to walk around. We were also close to many of the attractions Chattanooga had to offer and we never had to drive far. If we visit Chattanooga again, this is the place we want to call home during our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Collen M.

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

Great stay

This is a really great house. We love the decorations, how clean and bright the whole house was, and all of the space it offered. It was calm and we loved walking around the neighborhood. Very close to lots of good restaurants and other things to do. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel D.

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

Will definitely return!

What a wonderful house!! We absolutely loved it. It was so clean and beautifully decorated and maintained. The neighborhood was fantastic for our family. We walked to the park/playground and went for a run on the greenway! Very close to the incline railroad and just a short drive to the other attractions like the aquarium! (A must-see!) We plan to return to this home on future visits to Chattanooga! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melinda M.

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

Loved the Home!

Came with our five children ages 17, 15, 13, and two littles under 2! We also brought our small doggie. The house is stunning and the neighborhood friendly. Had adequate space and amenities. It was situated in a community close to absolutely everything we wanted to see and do and right down the road from stores and shops and attractions. The host communicated when necessary and wasnt at all unreachable or too much. We had to leave a day early bc of the heat and I had misplaced an important item at a nearby attraction that impacted the rest of our trip. They absolutely understood that when I messaged them. Would definitely stay here again if we ever find ourselves in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janis W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Blue Gem was a great place to stay for our 4 night visit to Chattanooga! The location couldn't be beat, so close to all the Lookout Mountain attractions and an easy drive to the riverfront. The house sleeps 7 and we were a party of 7. But 6 of us were adults. The host warned us that the loft might not be very comfortable for adults. We booked the house anyway and we did make it work, but I would agree with the host that the loft is best suited for children! Adults can't really stand up in the loft. The amazing, charming circular staircase to the loft was also very narrow. But it was a fun space and perfect for the "short" set! We wanted to make some s'mores and found out the fire pit was out of propane. We communicated this with the manager and propane was promptly delivered. It was a most enjoyable stay! Definitely recommend the Blue Gem!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

joanna m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was such a great home. Well stocked, clean, and comfortable. It was conveniently located near a great playground and rock city.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fabius B.

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

Weekend getaway

Simple and easy check-in and close to what we wanted to see and do.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terry Ann D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect 2 week getaway. Very clean, had everything you would need for a 2 week stay. The porch swing was my favorite place for coffee every morning. Wonderful walking paths especially for our dog. The home is located close to EVERYTHING... hikes, tourist attractions, restaurants, bars, coffee shops and more. The neighborhood was so quaint, quiet and the people were very friendly. St. Elmo just has a very cool, laid back vibe.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie B.

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

Blue Gem

Lovely little house, met our needs perfectly. It was exactly as described.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt T.

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

Great House

Would definitely stay here again! Everything was in great shape and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

justin p.

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

Long weekend getaway

Great house in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa D.

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

Great Stay

This property was fully stocked. It was close to all the Chattanooga destinations.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garnet A.

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

Family weekend.

Just what we needed for our weekend visit with our daughter. Property was clean, well stocked, and great location. The host responded quickly and resolved a minor issue with the TV. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Van K.

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

Our vacation week in Chattanooga and Lookout Mt!

Awesome! Love the creativity of this home and the homey neighborhood. The home is more than adequate for a vacation. Quiet and yet a great location. Close to major sights! Loved it
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jesse R.

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

Great Stay

Great stay! Comfortable and cozy in a great neighborhood, and great location
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Merchy G.

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

Amazing Place !!

Property was beyond comfortable and super cute. Rooms were great and the patio very nice. It has all you need to cook and enjoy it with family/ friends. It’s very close to certain amenities, restaurant and neighborhood is super nice too. Host was awesome.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

david b.

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

Very good

Wedding went off great
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

About the host

Hosted by Sherry and Francesco

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My husband and I have been involved with the resurgence of our neighborhood over the past 15 years and are now eager to share it with new people. We love VRBO and are excited about creating new spaces to show off our neighborhood. We enjoy working with local artists and creating spaces for them to flourish, this is our passion. We have two rambunctious and adventurous children that keep us on our toes and feeling young!

Why they chose this property

Enjoy the neighborhood park, the abundant hiking trails that lead to waterfalls and majestic Tennessee views. St Elmo is teaming with locally owned and operated businesses. Our own neighborhood pub, Moccasin Bend Brewing Company, where you can meet the locals or take home a growler (you can also bring your dogs). Visit Mojo Burrito, delicious food in a hip environment, 1885 Restaurant for a more upscale dining experience, don't miss out on their incredible fresh water trout blackened or grilled, or St. Elmo's own Purple Daisy and dine on a BBQ sandwich. St. Elmo Deli will provide you with the perfect lunch on the run. Don't forget Mr.T's Pizza and hand scooped ice cream that has been in the neighborhood for over 20 years!!!! The choices are endless!

What makes this property unique

We can point you in the direction of almost anything that you would like to enjoy in Chattanooga. See seven states from Rock City, visit the nation's largest and deepest underground waterfall at Ruby Falls, take a short ride on the Incline Railway to ascend and descend Lookout Mt, where you have access to amazing views from the top of Lookout Mountain from Point Park, or visit Sunset Rock. We are a mere 5 miles from downtown Chattanooga. Enjoy the river front at Ross's landing on the banks of the Tennessee River, visit the Tennessee Aquarium, and walk right down Broad St and enjoy a Moon Pie! How would you like to see the Hunter Museum or take a walk across the nation's longest pedestrian bridge to Coolidge park in North Chattanooga? There are many locally owned businesses and also some familiar favorites. The list is endless!! (That's just getting to see Chattanooga as a tourist!)

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