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Step back in time in the Tennessee hills at the Starlite Retreat Cabin

Second bedroom upstairs. Full size mid century bedroom suite.

Traditional cabin in the Tennessee hills

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Air-conditioning
Barbecue grill
Deck or patio
Free Wi-Fi

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Step back in time in the Tennessee hills at the Starlite Retreat Cabin

Get away from it all in this traditional wood cabin in the hills of Tennessee. Peace and quiet above the historic town of Granville, on Cordell Hull Lake. Great views across “them thar hills” from the wrap around porch.
Located an hour east of Nashville this a great base from which to explore and enjoy Middle Tennessee.
Step back in time when you walk through the door into mid-century America. Drink coffee in a kitchen straight out of the 1950s. Relax on the authentic wagon wheel furniture with a cocktail from the vintage bar. Soak in the cast iron bathtub in the period tiled bathroom.
The whole cabin is yours and sits on 2 acres.
There is a hidden modern TV with satelite, DVD player and a Xbox 360.
The stove is a 1956 GEC Spacesaver but there is a microwave for those that prefer something a little more modern. There's also a kurig coffee machine and modern hair drier & iron.
Near to the small historic town of Granville on Cordell Hull lake. Miles of scenic drives around rural middle Tennessee. Local towns for shopping, eating & antiques are Carthage, Gordonsville and Cookeville. For more small town USA visit Gainsboro, Celina, Livingston and Algood. CenterHill Lake is 30 minutes away. Easy day trips to Nashville, Knoxville and Chattanooga.
You'll need an a a boat....
Lots of motorcycles travel around this area due to the beautiful scenery and sweeping rural two lane blacktop. I've even seen a bicycle on occasion!

Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Free Wi-Fi

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Not suitable for toddlers. Open wooden stairs.

Events

No events allowed

Smart cameras observe both external entry doors

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1164376vb

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

Note from host: Smart cameras observe both external entry doors

Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property

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

Granville

Located in Granville, this cabin is in a rural area. DelMonaco Winery & Vineyards and Defeated Creek Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Cookeville Depot Museum and Cookeville Performing Arts Center. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hunting.

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Granville, TN

What's nearby

Caney Fork River - 26 min drive - 28.1 km
Center Hill Lake - 36 min drive - 40.6 km
Cummins Falls State Park - 38 min drive - 41.7 km
Tennessee Tech University - 46 min drive - 48.6 km
Burgess Falls State Park - 49 min drive - 56.4 km

Restaurants

‪Lakeside Restaurant at Wildwood - ‬14 min drive
‪Clipper's Food - Hair & Fun - ‬23 min drive
‪The Lovely Find - Tea Room & Garden Gifts - ‬12 min drive
‪Seasons on the Water - ‬14 min drive
‪City Cafe of Gainesboro Restau - ‬28 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Step back in time in the Tennessee hills at the Starlite Retreat Cabin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Step back in time in the Tennessee hills at the Starlite Retreat Cabin?

As of 26 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Step back in time in the Tennessee hills at the Starlite Retreat Cabin on 27 May 2026 start from £129, 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 at Step back in time in the Tennessee hills at the Starlite Retreat Cabin?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Step back in time in the Tennessee hills at the Starlite Retreat Cabin?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Step back in time in the Tennessee hills at the Starlite Retreat Cabin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Step back in time in the Tennessee hills at the Starlite Retreat Cabin located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Cumberland River and within 20 miles (32 km) of Sullivans Island and Caney Fork River. Baxter Visitor Center and Museum and Baxter City Hall are also within 20 miles (32 km).

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

10/10 Excellent

scott n.

22 May 2026

Liked: Location

My second time staying here. Both trips and stays were great.

Stayed 1 night in May 2026

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence D.

6 Apr 2026

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

Loved everything about this property. Very clean and the views were amazing.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026

Verified

8/10 Good

scott n.

23 May 2026

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

All good as expected.

Stayed 1 night in May 2026

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alicia S.

26 Dec 2025

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

Cozy cabin with beautiful views.

Sunset at the campground below the cabin.

We absolutely loved the cabin and cannot wait to go back! It was the cleanest VRBO we have stayed in for a lobg time. Well stocked and such a peaceful retreat! We will hopefully co.e back soon

Loved the cabin, so private and quiet. Enjoyed sitting out on the deck and watching the deer and birds. We will return for another stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

Verified

6/10 Okay

Lori B.

21 Nov 2025

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

Beautiful views, loved the cabin decor. Even though I loved the decor, not everything needs to be from the past. New beds, couch and a chair that doesn’t flip over would be amazing! Due to a very bad back we only wound up staying one night.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

Response from VrboOwner on 28 Dec 2025

The whole point of the cabin is that it is authentic 1950s not a generic "Smoky Mountains" cabin. The beds are vintage but the mattresses are new. The furniture is period Wagon Wheel. It is what it is. Of all the hundreds of guests that have stayed at the cabin flipping the chair over is a new one on me! Maybe a more corporate experience would suit this guest better.

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ethan A.

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

We enjoyed the retro 50's decorating of the cabin. Very unique and interesting. A lot of thought went into it! The porch & porch swing were awesome! The road coming up was the only drawback, very steep & scary for a small car like ours. Everything we needed was there.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

28 Jun 2025

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

Cozy Retreat

Everything was perfect. It brought back some fond memories to use some of the old appliances. Paul was a very gracious host and easy to communicate with. The location was beautiful and very relaxing. We will definitely be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna S.

22 Sept 2025

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

It was a beautiful cottage. Every part of the house was filled with retro things. We enjoyed every minute of our stay in this house. The owner of the house obviously cares a lot about his guests, as there was everything necessary for a stay. Future guests should note that the access road to the house is quite difficult because of the high slope and small stones.

Owner was very professional and responded very quickly to our communication.

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

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Popular amenities

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

About this property

Step back in time in the Tennessee hills at the Starlite Retreat Cabin

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House Rules

Children

Events

Pets

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Important information

You need to know

About the area

Granville

What's nearby

Restaurants

Frequently asked questions

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10/10 Excellent

scott n.

scott n.

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence D.

Lawrence D.

8/10 Good

scott n.

scott n.

10/10 Excellent

Alicia S.

Alicia S.

10/10 Excellent

Jason W.

Jason W.

10/10 Excellent

Daniel C.

Daniel C.

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

Stephanie H.

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL P.

MICHAEL P.

10/10 Excellent

George B.

George B.

10/10 Excellent

Anthony R.

Anthony R.

10/10 Excellent

robert b.

robert b.

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

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Kathy H.

10/10 Excellent

Cheyenne J.

Unplanned weekend of hiking

Cheyenne J.

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.