Welcome to Scarritt Bennett. Come stay in a piece of history while enjoying the city of Nashville just steps outside your door. Our space is on Music Row, a block from Vanderbilt, and minutes from Belmont, Lipscomb, Hillsboro Village, 12S, Midtown, Honky Tonk Row and more!
• Walkable to restaurants & bars
• Budget-friendly
• Keypad entry
• Free parking on-site
• Free WiFi
• Check-in at 4 pm // Check out at 10 am
• Free campus events such as poetry readings, live jazz music, chapel services, and more!
PLEASE READ THE LISTING FULLY BEFORE BOOKING.
The Space
We want you to enjoy your stay just as much as you do. Help us ensure you are booking the right fit for your needs by reading this listing fully before booking.
Our cozy suite is located in one of the old dorm buildings of what was once Scarritt Bennett College for Christian Workers, then later Scarritt Graduate School (more history about the campus below). The suite is made up of two rooms, one is a living space and one is a bedroom, adjoined by a full bathroom with a tub/shower combo. Each room of the suite is approximately 100 sq ft. With the bathroom, the total space is about 250 sq ft. Expect a room without frills but on a campus akin to a European monastery or dare we say, Hogwarts…
The first room contains a living space set up with a futon plus a desk and chair while the second room has a full sized bed! You can comfortably sleep 2 people in this suite but the max is 3 if you don't mind a tight squeeze! Each suite is equipped with ONE TV with streaming capabilities, ONE mini-fridge with a freezer, ONE microwave, and lastly ONE dual drip coffee maker + keurig. Keep in mind that for this suite you will have to walk through the first room with the living space and the connected bathroom to get to the second room!
In the cool months we provide heat only. In the warmer months we provide air conditioning only
If booking here, keep in mind it's not the room that you're booking the space for, it's the location and the beautiful campus. We encourage our guests to explore! Check out the architecture, the archways, there's even a labyrinth.
Key House Rules:
• No alcohol
• No smoking
• No pets
• No parties
So what is Scarritt Bennett Center?
Scarritt Bennett Center is a nonprofit conference, retreat, and transformative education center. It's history dates back to the late 19th century when it was first established as the Scarritt College for Christian Workers. The college sought to train young women missionaries in a time when women were still prohibited from many forms of leadership. The college eventually became co-ed, and in 1952 it became one of the first white, private colleges in the state of Tennessee to integrate. Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. famously visited the college and preached in its historic Wightman Chapel on April 25, 1957. Scarritt College operated from 1892 up until 1988 when it became the home of the now nonprofit organization, Scarritt Bennett Center.
Today, Scarritt Bennett Center's mission is “to create space where individuals and groups engage each other to achieve a more just world.” The center is property of the Women's Division of the United Methodist Church. Expect to see the United Methodist Women on campus throughout the year for board meetings, chapter workshops, and retreats. The campus also regularly hosts conferences, private events, weddings, and elopements.
Campus Activities
Scarritt Bennett Center offers a variety of programming across the year that are free and open to the public, including poetry readings, live jazz music, chapel services, and more. Guests staying on campus are encouraged to participate in all that the campus has to offer. Find a listing of their upcoming programs at https://scarrittbennett.org/.
Guest Access
You will have full access to your unit as well as access to the dorm building and permission to explore the campus.
The dorm building is of course shared with other guests so you may pass each other in the halls. Masks and social distancing is required.
There is free parking onsite, 1 car allotted per unit reserved and a pass will be required. Additional street parking can be found off campus.
Interaction with Guests
The rentals are managed by UrbanNashville Vacation Rentals. We're a small and local business that strives to make your trip to Nashville great. We let our guests have their space but if needed will be around to help. If you have any questions, concerns, or anything to share during your stay, our team will be available for you.
The Neighborhood
The rental is located in the Music Row/Midtown area. Walk to local hotspots such as Edgehill or the Demonbreun and Midtown bar strips.
There are a number of tasty local restaurants and a few fun bars nearby such as Barcelona (Wine and Tapas Bar), Old Glory, Jack Brown's Beer & Burger Joint, Tailgate, Bella Napoli, OSA Coffee Roasters, Live Oak, 8th and Roast, and more.
The infamous Honky Tonk Row is about 2 miles away. It's typically a 9 minute or less Lyft ride to downtown or if you're up for it, an extended walk (about 40 minutes).
The unit is also close to Belmont University and touches Vanderbilt University campus, both well-known neighborhoods with shopping, restaurants, and bars! 12South, The Gulch, Germantown, East Nashville, Green Hills...all are less than 15 minutes away! The rentals are truly in a central location to all things Nashville.
Getting Around
ON FOOT
There are great local eateries, cafes, and bars nearby worth exploring within a 10-minute walk!
RIDESHARE
There are rideshares all over the city from Uber, Lyft, and even Earth Rides (Tesla cars only). They are easy to call anytime day or night. Pro traveler tip: download all apps to your phone so you can compare prices and get the cheapest option!
TAXIS
See the ride share option above, taxis are available however few and far between and can be quite pricey in Nashville. There are so many taxi companies that we really cannot recommend any one over another, and we encourage you to investigate rates and reviews to find one that suits your needs.
MTA BUSES
The MTA (Metro Transit Authority) Buses run all over Metro Nashville and even some surrounding counties. Very reasonable fares and a wide range of routes make the bus a cheap and easily navigable choice for visitors.
NASHVILLE B-CYCLE
Nashville's bicycle sharing program has been a huge success with locals and tourists. Simply walk up to any Nashville B-Cycle station, swipe your credit card, and pick out your red bike! The closest B-Cycle station to the will be in 12South (about a 20 minute walk away).
Other Things to Note
→ No alcohol is allowed on campus, in the dorm building, or in the rooms
→ No smoking is allowed on campus, in the dorm building, or in the rooms
This property is not the right fit if:
→ You're looking for a modern building with a giant room and bed. Our rooms are small and the building is frankly, not new. For some it's not the right fit, for others it's an experience with a bit of character.
→ You're up to no good. Our property is heavily surveilled. We are serious about no alcohol, smoking, no parties. You will be fined and required to leave immediately if found to break any of our house rules.
Misc details:
→ Please respect social distancing while on campus and wear a mask anytime you are outside your room.
→ Check-in is at 4 pm // Check out is at 10 am. If you're looking to check in early or check out late, we suggest booking the night before or after your arrival. Otherwise, to be considerate to other guests, we cannot guarantee that an early check-in or late check-out request will be accommodated. Feel free to arrive anytime after 4 pm.
→ Regarding the unit: It is small. While the max occupancy is 3 people, remember the space is SMALL, 2 fit comfortably. There is no kitchen. You will have ONE television, ONE mini fridge/freezer, ONE microwave and ONE dual drip/keurig coffee maker. We provide linen, travel-sized toiletries, and a hair dryer. An iron and board are available by request only. Guests are responsible to provide any additional amenities desired other than the starter items provided. Keep in mind that for this suite you will have to walk through the first room with the living space and the connected bathroom to get to the second room!
→ In the cool months we provide heat only. In the warmer months we provide air conditioning only
→ There is free parking onsite, 1 car per unit reserved
→ Once booked, we will ask for your email address to send you info about the property and the check-in process. You will receive your code and instructions for entry one day before your arrival. This code will activate on your check-in day at 4 pm and deactivate at 10 am the day you check out.
→ Rest assured, our team is local and available 24/7 for any emergency that may arise.
→ For tips on places to eat, things to do, & all things #Nashville find us on Instagram (@urbannashvacations).
