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Goat Pen Hostel - Gizzard South

Hostel in Tracy City

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Living area
Living area
Private kitchen
Room
Exterior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
$44
avg per night

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Tracy City, TN
  • Place, Fiery Gizzard Grundy Forest Trailhead
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Ruby Falls
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Place, Tennessee Aquarium
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
Price is $44 avg per night

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About the neighborhood

Tracy City

Located in Tracy City, this hostel is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at South Cumberland State Park and Fiery Gizzard Grundy Forest Trailhead, while Sam H. Werner Military Museum and Tennessee Williams Center are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Sewanee Golf and Tennis Club, or consider a night out at The Caverns. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Fiery Gizzard Grundy Forest Trailhead - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • South Cumberland State Park - 6 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Ruby Falls - 44 min drive - 75.0 km
  • Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District - 47 min drive - 79.0 km
  • Tennessee Aquarium - 48 min drive - 81.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Dutch Maid Bakery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hank’s Corner Grille - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪El Maguey - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪High Point Restaurant - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Rocky Top restaurant. - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Goat Pen Hostel - Gizzard South

Welcome to the Goat Pen Hostel!

🌿 Private Room in Shared Hostel – Walkable Location Near Parks & Trails 🌿

Welcome! This listing is for a PRIVATE ROOM in a SHARED HOSTEL-STYLE SPACE, located right next to a lively local bar & grill and within walking distance of 10+ parks and hiking trails. A great spot for outdoor lovers and community-minded travelers!

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🔔 PLEASE READ BEFORE BOOKING 🔔
This is NOT a private apartment or hotel room.
✅ Your bedroom is private.
🚿 BATHROOMS, KITCHEN, AND LIVING SPACES ARE SHARED with other guests.
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❗NO REFUNDS will be given to guests who miss or overlook these clearly stated details.
We’ve made every effort to be transparent so you know exactly what to expect.

If you prefer total privacy, this may not be the best fit.
If you enjoy a social, shared environment — welcome!


** PLEASE NOTE THIS IS AN 18+ FACILITY. NO CHILDREN UNDER 18, NO EXCEPTIONS ** (thank you!)

Important Note: Ladybugs are very common in our region. Certain times a year we do experience some ladybugs inside of homes. Please know that all lady bugs are removed by housekeepers during the cleaning process, but are likely to be back quite quickly in large quantities.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

Amenities

Air conditioning
Parking available

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
No one under 18 is allowed, no exceptions
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
No pets allowed, no exceptions.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking within 15 feet of any building
Guest is Required to Sign a Rental Agreement
Minimum Age of Primary Renter is 21 Years of age, and Primary Renter must be on site duration of the stay

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Goat Pen Hostel - Gizzard South pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Goat Pen Hostel - Gizzard South?

As of Dec 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Goat Pen Hostel - Gizzard South on Jan 2, 2026 start from $79.0, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Goat Pen Hostel - Gizzard South?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Goat Pen Hostel - Gizzard South?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Goat Pen Hostel - Gizzard South located?

Situated in the mountains, this hostel is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Fiery Gizzard Grundy Forest Trailhead and within 6 mi (10 km) of South Cumberland State Park and Bigfoot Adventure TN Zipline. Harton Park and Monteagle Sunday School Assembly are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Goat Pen Hostel - Gizzard South Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

7.6/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

logan s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Honestly it was everything we expected it to be and it was not a bad experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel L.

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

Fierry Gizzard

Great location for the Fierry Gizzard hike. Great job on your place. Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Autumn T.

Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Nice concept, delivery needs work.

last time using VRBO.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Suzanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy peasy check in & facilities are clean and convenient.Our room wouldn’t lock from the outside, so we took our stuff out with us daily, as there seems to be a permanent resident living there as well. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025