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Hunter House | Famous Fay Jones home in Memphis, TN, Sleeps 9, 4 bed, 4 bath*

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Stunning living room with complete with fireplace, comfy seating and natural light.
Open kitchen area overlooking living area.
Open living area complete with natural light and cozy seating!
Dining area with modern decor
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 91 sq m

Popular amenities

  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

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Memphis, TN
  • Popular LocationBaptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis4 min drive
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Memphis7 min drive
  • Popular LocationMemphis Botanic Garden8 min drive
  • AirportMemphis, TN (MEM-Memphis Intl.)16 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

Bedroom 5

Common spaces

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Hunter House | Famous Fay Jones home in Memphis, TN, Sleeps 9, 4 bed, 4 bath*

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Hunter House is a 4300 sq ft, four-bedroom, three-bath, organic mid-century home with floor to ceiling windows and 1.27 acres that offer multiple levels of water features, patio entertainment, and serenity in the heart of Memphis!

Designed by native Arkansas architect, E. Fay Jones, whom the American Institute of Architects stated is "one of the 10 most influential architects of the 20th century”, Hunter House is accompanied by Jones’ other works including the famous Thorncrown Chapel in Eureka Springs, Stoneflower Cottage in Hot Springs, and the Mildred B. Cooper Memorial Chapel in Bella Vista.

E. Fay Jones, was a close friend and mentee of famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright, sharing a modern naturalist design of bringing the outdoors in, through glass, natural elements and intricate designs. His works are considered a collection of modern art that enthusiasts and admirers of design treasure with historical preservation.

Upon entry be welcomed by the open main level including living room with soaring rock fireplace, sitting area, dining room with seating for 8 and fully remodeled kitchen. The kitchen has top of the line stainless steel appliances, quartzite countertops, cabinet concealed dishwasher, french door refrigerator with water and ice, as well as a new stove top range and vent. The kitchen is stocked with bakeware, cookware, and serving ware for any of your culinary needs. Beyond the kitchen is a full laundry and half-bath for convenience.

Your vacation destination to the Blues capital of the South is underscored by the relaxing ambiance of waking up in one of 4 light-filled bedrooms. There are 3 twin rooms with built in desk, cabinetry, and 32” smart TVs, and sliding glass doors to the full length walk out deck with views of the sculpted gardens below. The hallway bath with shower/tub combo is accessible to one twin room, while the other two share a Jack-and-Jill full tub/shower bathroom. The king master bedroom suite has a large walk-in closet, double vanity with bowl sink, and standing shower. Entertainment is at your fingertips in the master suite with a 55” smart TV and it also offers it’s own outdoor retreat with seating in addition to the walk-out deck. The adjacent book-filled office has 2 twin daybeds for additional seating and a water fountain feature in view from the sliding glass door.

The lowest level of the home has an additional queen bedroom with built in cabinetry including a mini-fridge, 55” TV, and patio access. All mattresses in the house are cool top deep-pocket mattresses for the best night’s sleep. Across from the queen bedroom is a sliding wood door to a recently added media room cork flooring, 75” smart TV, oversized couch with chaise lounge, board game storage, and Xbox gaming system.

The resilience of the construction of Hunter House is partially due to the use of heartwood tidewater cypress, a favorite of Frank Lloyd Wright’s due to its warm red tone and natural resistance to water. (Even the shower walls are paneled by this resistant wood surround.) The house is equipped to accommodate 9 people (see bedroom list above) and also includes 300 wood cabinets, custom light fixtures, and furniture built on site. The floor is laid with flagstone carefully pieced in puzzle-like fashion with very little mortar necessary.
the landscaping includes a running creek, rear pond, as well as a rocky wet and dry creek on site.

As your travels bring you just east of the great Mississippi river, we hope you will choose Hunter House as your relaxing, historic retreat!


HOUSE RULES:
- Due to the nature and history of the dwelling, we cannot accept pets on the property.
- There is no smoking allowed inside the home. However you may indulge out on the patio area (please keep the door closed to the home while smoking).
- Minimum age to rent is 25
- Max occupancy is 9
- No parties or events
- DO NOT use the fireplace
- DO NOT place drinks directly on the wood
- DO NOT use space heaters in the bathrooms
- DO NOT go through the shed outside or indoor cabinetry in the hall or laundry room
- ONLY small cars can park under the overhang carport
- DO NOT move any furniture

*Security cameras monitor the front door and back patio*

*The cancellation policy is specific to your booking platform, and processing fees may apply if you choose to cancel.

*There will be a $250 security deposit credit card hold that you will see on your card before check-in time. It will not be charged unless the terms of the rental agreement are reported to have not been followed at checkout. This credit hold will expire after your reservation is complete.
- You are not to have more than the max number of guests allowed at the property.
- Renter minimum age is 25
- No Events
- No Pets unless expressly granted and fee paid
- No Smoking
- No Early Check-In without expressed permission
- No Late Check-Out without expressed permission
-Due to current fraud trends on the rise, cleaning and maintenance issues will be personally addressed in real time by our management team and remedied without the possibility of refund unless the issue is not resolvable during your stay.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your 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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the area

Memphis

Located in Memphis, this vacation home is in the city center. National Civil Rights Museum and Graceland are notable landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Wolfchase Galleria and Bass Pro Shops at the Pyramid. Check out an event or a game at FedEx Forum, and consider making time for Memphis Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing.
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Memphis, TN

What's nearby

  • Baptist Memorial Hospital-Memphis - 4 min drive
  • Shelby Farms Park - 6 min drive
  • University of Memphis - 7 min drive
  • Shelby Farms Visitor Center - 8 min drive
  • Memphis Botanic Garden - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Memphis Central Station - 26 min drive
  • Memphis International Airport (MEM) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • Rotolo's Craft & Crust - 4 min drive
  • McDonald's - 4 min drive
  • The Lobby Bar - 6 min drive
  • Brookhaven Pub & Grill - 5 min drive
  • Wendy's - 3 min drive

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ricky L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay
Definitely coming back it’s secluded and private for a family setting 🙏🙏
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Julie C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious home. Awesome historic architecture.
Great house. So many details that you don’t see much anymore. Still had some “old house” smell and a lot of old dust. Potentially a 5/5!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

gene h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Historical home
The house is an excellent example of mid century modern. It has been taken well cared for and was an architectural marvel.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

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