Big Porch Cottage-peaceful farm, animals and room to play - reviews say it all!
NO EVENTS. NO PETS, due to the unique situation of farm activities and farm animals present, no outside animals are allowed for their own safety and the safety of our farm animals. As our reviews reflect, we work hard to make the cottage clean, inviting and a place to make lifetime memories. Whether you are traveling with several family members, a group of friends, or only a couple - we know that you will find relaxation on the big porch rocking chairs or around the fire pit. There is just something so amazingly peaceful about watching the hens and cattle going about their leisurely lives of grazing and resting. The property has plenty of room to toss a ball or frisbee; play flashlight tag, chase fireflies or catch snowflakes on your tongue. There is a cornhole board and bags set for outside and board games for inside. We have decorated the cottage in an inviting, comfortable country theme. There are books and inside toys for the children to enjoy (if you can ever get them inside). The kitchen offers everything needed for your stay. With two separate round tables and bar stools, you can all enjoy a sit-down meal in the house - or a picnic style meal in the pole barn which is lighted with strings of clear lights. The master bedroom has a queen sleigh bed, large walk in closet and a full bath. The south bedroom has a queen sleigh bed and a twin bed with antique dresser. The north bedroom has a unique door-headboard, queen bed and a twin bed with beautiful views of the hay barn. The south and north bedrooms share a full bath and walk in closet. The living room has TV with cable and DVD, seating for 10 and lots of floor space to play games. There is also a game table in the living room. The kitchen/dining room is very spacious with beautiful oak table/chairs and an island with bar stool seating. The kitchen is fully furnished with stove, oven, side-by-side refrigerator with water dispenser, dishwasher, microwave, coffeepot, blender, dishes and cookware.
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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
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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the neighborhood
Chattanooga
Located in Chattanooga, this cottage is in a rural area and near theme parks. Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District is a notable landmark and some of the area's popular attractions include Tennessee Aquarium and Chattanooga Zoo. Traveling with kids? Consider Lookout Mountain Incline Railway and Creative Discovery Museum. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cave exploring and mountain biking nearby.
Powell's Crossroads City Hall - 12 min drive - 14.0 km
Ross's Landing Park - 22 min drive - 27.1 km
Tennessee Aquarium - 23 min drive - 28.5 km
Chattanooga Convention Center - 23 min drive - 28.9 km
Getting around
Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) - 40 min drive
Restaurants
Hardee's - 17 min drive
Rallo's Bar And Grill - 27 min drive
Mayfly Coffee - 21 min drive
River Drifters - 12 min drive
Rusty & Jill’s - 29 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Big Porch Cottage-peaceful farm, animals and room to play - reviews say it all! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Big Porch Cottage-peaceful farm, animals and room to play - reviews say it all!?
As of Jul 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Big Porch Cottage-peaceful farm, animals and room to play - reviews say it all! on Aug 2, 2026 start from $187, 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 Big Porch Cottage-peaceful farm, animals and room to play - reviews say it all!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Big Porch Cottage-peaceful farm, animals and room to play - reviews say it all!?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Big Porch Cottage-peaceful farm, animals and room to play - reviews say it all! located?
Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Tennessee River, Crossroads Park, and Powell's Crossroads City Hall. Stringers Ridge West Bell Avenue Trailhead and Lena Givens Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).
Reviews
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Always an excellent place to stay in Chattanooga! This is our 3rd or 4th stay in the Big Porch Cottage, and we would happily stay there again. Tammy is easy to contact via text. The house is a good size with a nice yard and plenty of activities (puzzles, games, books, etc.) for families. It is about 20 minutes into downtown, but don't mind the drive for such a peaceful setting.
An amazing stay! The Big Porch Cottage was so beautiful & cozy. So much room for my little ones to run around, beautiful pavilion for outdoor play & the front porch was so relaxing. Miss Tammy was so accommodating & helpful. 10/10, can’t wait to book another trip to Chattanooga just so we can have another stay.
Our visit to Big Porch Cottage was wonderful! Everything was just as stated online, Tammy was wonderful to work with, and the drive into Chattanooga was beautiful! It was the perfect place for a family getaway; our 22 months old grandson agrees! If we find ourselves back in the area, we will certainly be back. Thank you!!
My family enjoyed our stay. The house was clean, kitchen fully equipped, bathrooms had everything we needed, including a hair dryer and shampoo and body wash in case we forgot those items. Communication was great, seriously a wonderful experience. A nice yard for throwing a football or frisbee. Bonus were the cows, and even the calf who came close to the fence for us to see. Great location, peaceful, quiet, and relaxing. Thank you so much for sharing your space with us.
This place was so welcoming and cozy. Our host made sure we felt right at home. The kitchen was well stocked and having cows to view right on the side of the cottage was a nice bonus! We will definitely be back!
The home was very clean and nice. The location was great. The owners were very nice and helpful, they told us of some places that we didn't know about.
Very spacious home, with great hosts. Great porch/deck for sitting and relaxing and great land to be able to enjoy outdoors a bit.
Devan H.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 28, 2022
The porch was worthy to be used in the cottage's name! I love to take a break while cleaning, just to rock/swing and listen to the birds, or maybe catch a glimpse of a turkey family or maybe a rabbit. Thank you for choosing our cottage. We hope you can visit again sometime!
Beautiful property with serene setting. Great place for larger families with all the amenities you could ever want. Having a larger family the well stocked kitchen was an extra plus since our family does not dine out. Close proximity to hiking spots, trails, amazing views, and Chattanooga.
We had a great time at this property. Thw atmosphere is peaceful and there is plenty to do in the surroundinf area. Then host was fantastic and very communicative.
Alray G.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 11, 2025
Thank you for taking time to post a review of your stay. We are thankful that you chose our property, and thankful for the great condition that you left everything. Please visit again sometime and find even more fun activities and relaxation.
Perfectly located for our trip to Lookout Mtn in TN & GA! Peaceful and beautiful
Kristi B.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 10, 2024
Thank you - we are so glad you were able to enjoy the peacefulness of the cottage. And, thanks for leaving the cottage so clean and tidy. Please visit again soon!
Tammy was a great host. I went away with my family and the place was perfect. We were in the mountains for peace and quiet and still close enough to down town Chattanooga. We seen deer every morning sitting on the big porch drinking coffee and also had the cows come up to us and lick us. Just was perfect. The Big Porch had everything you needed compliments of the host. I will definitely be back.
Property was exactly as displayed in the listing. Tammy was excellent to work with and helped us in anyway she could. We enjoyed staying at the house and having all the comforts of home. Great location for catching some waterfalls.
I stayed here with my groomsmen the night before my wedding. Tammy was very polite and congratulated me on the wedding when I spoke to her on the phone. Hanging out with the cows while having coffee in the morning was tons of fun. The cottage was very clean and spacious, and staying there was very pleasant.
A perfect place to relax after a day in Chattanooga
My family loved staying in the Big Cottage after a day in Chattanooga. It was nice not to be in the hustle and bustle of the city and instead to be surrounded by the woods and nature in the farm setting!
Debbie R.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 18, 2022
Thank you. We are so blessed to be in the country, but only 15 minutes to Chattanooga. Please visit again sometime.
About the host
Hosted by Tammy Henderson
Our names are Steve and Tammy Henderson. We live and raise cattle, chickens (for eggs), apples and a garden on this 40 acre farm. Steve also works away from the farm, but we enjoy being here for most of our spare time. Since offering the rental cottage, we have been blessed to meet many wonderful people from states near and far. We enjoy answering questions about the farm animals. Please call Tammy if you have any questions. 423-240-6433.
Why they chose this property
This farm was originally owned by Tammy's parents. We built our house here shortly after we married and have lived here for over 39 years. The location has been very convenient to schools and jobs, yet offers a peaceful retreat from the hectic city life.
What makes this property unique
Guests to our cottage most always comment on the wonderful front porch, 8 ft x 50 ft with 8 rocking chairs. The fresh mountain air and peacefulness seems to melt the stress out of your body and put a smile on your face. Sunsets are beautiful from the porch or the pavilion. We have a barn-wood pavilion out back where families can spend evenings under twinkling lights and play corn-hole or other games or enjoy a picnic. One of my favorite places in the cottage is standing at the kitchen window looking out at the big red hay barn. There are often cattle, chickens and guineas in the pasture by the barn.