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Bear House 1890, Sherfey Suite, Perfect Getaway, Walk to Cafes, Outdoor Activity

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A red door with a glass panel, a bear statue on a wooden pedestal, and a sign reading "The Bear House circa 1890" and "Carriage House".
A two-story house with a covered patio area, a staircase, and a garden with various plants.
A two-story house with a front porch, a dog statue, and a sign that reads 'Dear House.'
A garden area with a gazebo, potted plants, and a small statue.
A paved driveway with a wooden fence and a warning sign.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Lookout Mountain Incline Railway

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Chattanooga, TN
  • Place, Lookout Mountain Incline Railway
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Elmo Park
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Ruby Falls
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Chattanooga

Located in Chattanooga, this apartment is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ruby Falls and Rock City, while Lookout Mountain Incline Railway and Tennessee Aquarium are popular area attractions. Consider Camp Jordan for a night out or Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum if you're travelling with kids. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and rock climbing nearby.
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What's nearby

  • Roy Nelms Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Moccasin Bend Brewing Company - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Lookout Mountain Incline Railway - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • St. Elmo Park - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Ruby Falls - 4 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Creature Comforts Beer Garden - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Papa John's Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mama Yo's - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bear House 1890, Sherfey Suite, Perfect Getaway, Walk to Cafes, Outdoor Activity pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bear House 1890, Sherfey Suite, Perfect Getaway, Walk to Cafes, Outdoor Activity?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bear House 1890, Sherfey Suite, Perfect Getaway, Walk to Cafes, Outdoor Activity?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bear House 1890, Sherfey Suite, Perfect Getaway, Walk to Cafes, Outdoor Activity?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bear House 1890, Sherfey Suite, Perfect Getaway, Walk to Cafes, Outdoor Activity located?

This family-friendly apartment building is located in the city centre, within 1 mi (2 km) of Lookout Mountain Incline Railway, St. Elmo Park and Tennessee River. Ruby Falls is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 284 out of 306 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 306 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 306 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 306 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 306 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice quiet location that is walkable to restaurants. Relaxing patio area and outdoor decor. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was very nice. Close to a lot of activities in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very accommodating and courteous. The Bear House was clean and comfortable. The bed was great. Parking right by the front door and close to all the activities in Chattanooga. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for our stay. Close to daughter and grand child. Plenty of room for 2 friends to share and have space. Wonderful snacks! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the second time we have stayed here and it did not disappoint. Our carriage apartment was well stocked, clean, central to everything we needed and just approx 10-15 mins to downtown Chattanooga. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay, location couldn’t have been more perfect and the hosts literally thought of everything to make sure we had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. Home was clean, super cozy and had a very comfy bed. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just perfect for the two of us! Very cozy. Very clean!! We had everything we needed plus more. Great location for seeing the area around Lookout Mountain We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy spot. Clean and welcoming. Wonderful hosts. Great location. Would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jun 2026
Thank you! We try very hard to provide very clean and well stocked apartments with an inviting atmosphere for a special stay!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a cute little cottage atmosphere. The host were very friendly and on site. We had everything we needed in the bathroom as well in the kitchen. It was well stocked. It had a nice outside picnic area. I was pleased with this location as well as the host.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jun 2026
Thank you so much for staying with us here at The Bear House!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A short stay for a family get together. The stay was wonderful. Steve gave us a quick tour upon our arrival. The place was clean and quiet. Everything we needed to feel at home.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jun 2026
Thank you for your review. Please come again anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a great place! Cozy, comfortable and clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr 2026
Thank you so much! Please come again anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Small but super clean and inviting. The kitchen had everything needed and more.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jun 2026
Thank you so much! We are glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Bear house is very beautiful and cozy. Close to all the local attractions. Lookout mountain, Ruby Falls and civil war battlefields are within 15 minutes from the Bear House. Kitchen has everything you will need to cook up a home cooked meal. I would highly recommend staying at the Bear House.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jun 2026
We are glad you could stay with us. Please come again anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, in the heart of St. Elmo. Two blocks from VA Ave. Ideal space if you’re traveling alone or with yourself.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr 2026
Thank you for staying with us here at The Bear House! We appreciate your business.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a fantastic stay in the Carriage suite at The Bear House. We were conveniently right down the road from Ruby Falls and Rock City and a 10 minute drive away from downtown Chatanooga.We loved the attention to detail and care, they had snacks, waters, coffees and all the amenities for your stay readily avaliable.One night we had the luxury of being able to sit outside under the swing set in the garden and watch the fireflies and it felt so special, you could tell the property was well taken care of and loved.We also enjoyed all the big foot statues!Thank you for the hospitality!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jun 2026
Thank you so much! We are glad you could stay with us here at The Bear House. Please come again anytime! We try to keep all our apartments very well stocked for our guests.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location was a the foot of Lookout mountain. Wonderful experience. Host..steve was friendly and very knowledgeable.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr 2026
Thank you for your review! We love providing our guests with info to help ensure they have a great trip. We do have the best location at the foot of Lookout Mountain! Please come again anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this property for my friend and me. We stayed in the lower level of the carriage house. The accommodations were very nice with numerous amenities, including snacks and water, coffee k-cups and the kitchen was equipped with more than we needed. There were numerous outdoor areas among gardens that were perfect for early morning coffee or evenings to chill and unwind. The host was very accommodating and so knowledgeable about the history of the area. Another plus, we were within a few minutes drive of so many sites and attractions. Would book here again if I get the chance.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jun 2026
Thank you! We do have a great location that is close to most everything, both driving and walking. Some of Chattanooga’s favorite restaurants are within 2 to 3 blocks. Also close by are grocery stores, drug stores and more.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed our stay at the base of Lookout Mountain in Chattanooga. The apartment is within easy walking distance of St. Elmo, but due to the mountain roads, I wouldn’t consider it super walkable. The apartment was cozy, they’ve done a nice job renovating the old carriage house. The owners provided snacks, water, and coffee as well as many suggestions on what to do in the area. Make sure to stop by Mr. T’s for lunch or dinner, and the Incline Railway is worth it. The location is good, not far from the Tennessee Aquarium and downtown area (5 min drive). The only thing to keep in mind is this is definitely a stay for 1-2 people without children in this particular rental.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Jun 2026
Thank you so much for your comments. Yes, we have a maximum of 2 guests for this apartment We are located at the foot of Lookout Mountain with the mountain behind us. It is easy walking distance for those who enjoy hiking on the mountain. For those who enjoy walking and biking, the main St Elmo streets and business district, including our property, are all level. The Chattanooga paved Riverwalk begins less than 2 blocks from us at the Incline and continues for 26 miles through the riverfront and downtown Chattanooga. There are regular bikes and electric bikes for rent. It is level and completely accessible. We are happy you enjoyed your stay. Please come again anytime!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
yes - everything was in good condition
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr 2026
Thank you for your stay with us. We work hard to maintain very clean and welcoming apartments! Please come again anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderfully cozy stay!

This was such a great property in terms of amenities and location, so much better than a downtown hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyed our stay!,

We enjoyed our stay. We will highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location close to family

Great visit!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a great place, location, cleanliness, very well stocked!! Would definitely stay there again. Thank you so much!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Apr 2026
Thank you so much for your review and noticing our efforts for our guests! Please come again anytime!
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