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Bluebird Cottage in the Heart of Historic Downtown Franklin

Cottage in Franklin with kitchen and patio

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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2450 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Franklin, TN
  • Place, Lotz House Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Franklin Theatre
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Carter House
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Nashville, TN (BNA-Nashville Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bluebird Cottage in the Heart of Historic Downtown Franklin

Charming 1930's cottage in the heart of Historic Downtown Franklin, TN. The Bluebird Cottage is comfy, cozy & romantic. Just a block & a half off 5 points, this Music City themed cottage features authentic vintage pieces from local antique stores within walking distance. Walk to Main Street, The Franklin Theatre, Civil War Mueseums, Antique District & all shops & restaurants. The home offers a kitchenette, desk, laundry, DirectTV & Wifi. You are less than 20 minutes to downtown Nashville & 10 minutes to Leipers Fork!
***The Bluebird Cottage is run by Nanci Dahl, a favorite local REALTOR. If you’re considering moving to the area, we can help you with all your real estate and relocation needs. Discounts are given to our home buying clients. Ask about our services!***
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
May allow some group exceptions at additional fee
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Pets

No pets allowed
May allow exceptions for small breeds w pet fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please call for parking instructions 3109754017
Please do not flush anything other than TP down our historic pipes :)
The Bluebird Cottage is run by Nanci Dahl, a favorite local REALTOR. If you’re considering moving to the area, we can help you with all your needs.

Important information

You need to know

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: May allow some group exceptions at additional fee
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 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
Property # 1379171vb

About the area

Franklin

Located in Franklin, this cottage is in the city centre. SOAR Adventure Tower and Westhaven Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit CoolSprings Galleria and The Factory. McLemore Park and Cheekwood Estate & Gardens are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like cycling.
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Franklin, TN

What's nearby

  • Lotz House Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Franklin Theatre - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Carter House - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Heritage Foundation of Franklin and Williamson County - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • The Factory - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Nashville Riverfront Station - 28 min drive
  • Nashville International Airport (BNA) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Waldo's Chicken & Beer - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Puckett's Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bluebird Cottage in the Heart of Historic Downtown Franklin pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bluebird Cottage in the Heart of Historic Downtown Franklin?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bluebird Cottage in the Heart of Historic Downtown Franklin?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bluebird Cottage in the Heart of Historic Downtown Franklin?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bluebird Cottage in the Heart of Historic Downtown Franklin located?

Located in Historic Downtown Franklin, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Franklin Theatre, Lotz House Museum and Carter House. Pull-Tight Players Theatre and Fort Granger Park are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 125 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 125 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 125 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 125 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 125 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jeff A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very responsive when we had issues with the cottage. The property is very close to downtown, the space was rustic.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kara A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Unbelievably comfortable, convenient, cute place to spend a few days to explore Franklin and beyond. We look forward to staying again and will recommend to friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super clean cottage within walking distance to all downtown destinations!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot and in a great walking location to the square. Excellent communication with owner!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute cottage, that is very convenient to the center of town. It is very walkable to plenty of shops, restaurants, and entertainment. Great for a weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and overall experience. Within walking distance to everything downtown. Nice quiet location. Hosts were very accommodating. Would definitely stay again, and most likely will if we’re ever back in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michael D.

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

Cozy cottage

Very nice place to stay. The parking space is real tight for a full size vehicle, but otherwise, it was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

JILL B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Our conference was 12 hours long and we were exhausted at the end of the days and the bed and couch are both very worn and hard. We drove an escape and could not park in the driveway because it was too small and the trees were going to take off the rear view mirror and scratch the car, the place could use some work, but is very cute and the location was terrific.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was easy. The cottage is super cute and well-maintained. Perfect for a little weekend getaway. So many fun things to do in Franklin and Nashville. We loved our stay at The Bluebird Cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

kristen l.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
The outside of the cottage was pretty run down and the parking is very small and limited. Location was very good for walking purposes. Host was very helpful with the issues we had with the dirtiness of outside and needing toilet paper for the cottage. She also allowed us to park our truck in the main driveway since the main house was not occupied while we were there. Our truck did not easily fit in the dedicated space at all. The inside of the cottage was nice just disappointed with the outside and the parking. Feel like the online pictures are not accurate. We also had issues with a lot of mosquitoes inside the cottage. The host was very receptive just wish we would have booked a different location.
Outside pic for comparison of online pic
Chairs were not able to be used.
Chairs were attempted to be cleaned while we were there.
They did attempt to clean chairs and give us stuff to build fire.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory B.

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

Perfect

The Cottage was just right for me to stay the week. The neighborhood is nice, quiet and super convenient to historic Franklin.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Chris M.

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

Unique

Very cute, quaint and perfect location.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

caroline R.

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

Cozy tiny cottage

Great location. Cute cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great little place, in the perfect location. We were able to walk to the heart of downtown Franklin. Would highly recommend to single/couples for a getaway. Only note would be parking. We had a large SUV and it was tight (doable but tight). Host was super accommodating and let us use other driveway when it was not in use.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Great location in Franklin TN

We stayed two nights at this property. The location is great in that you can easily walk to the restaurants and shops downtown. The place is like an efficiency apartment ... cute and comfortable with pretty much everything you need. There is a single parking place that is a bit of a challenge, but it is available.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Franz G.

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

We love this place.

Super clean. Looks exactly like pictures. Loved the decor. We will definitely return next time in Franklin.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald B.

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

Great cottage and outstanding location

You cannot beat where this cottage is located! Walking downtown Franklin is pretty easy and the cottage is no more than about a 15 minute walk from everything.Size is perfect and very well laid out. You have plenty of space and do not feel crowded while it is cozy and inviting! The bed is awesome and very comfortable. Driveway can be a challenge if you have a large SUV, but take advantage and park on Evans Street by the AT&T fence.Would recommend to any couple who need a place to stay while visiting downtown Franklin, TN.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Liz A.

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

Weekend Anniversary stay

We loved the Bluebird cottage.It was comfy and cute.Walking distance to downtown Franklin.Only change would be to trim the trees near parking spot to widen.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Les C.

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

Bluebird Cottage Franklin

Cute little house, GREAT location. Place had all you need to enjoy Franklin.The only knock I have is that there is no closet to hang clothes. If you go bring a few hangers for your use. Sincerely LPC
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

anthony p.

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

great stay!

great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence M.

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

December Weekend

Cute little cottage just as advertised. Great for a weekend stay for 2 people, close to Main St. Franklin.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Eric S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
All in all, if you’re looking for a well located downtown Franklin location and planning to be out most of your stay, this place is a good fit— It’s a 5 min walk to Main Street and host seemed nice when booking. That said I don’t think we would stay here again. Place was clean at first site but found chips under the bed, cobwebs in the lights/ decor, and fairly run down bathroom flooring & exterior when compared to pictures. Chairs around fire pit outside could use a good cleaning, they were pretty dirty. The lamps inside are controlled by Alexa but we weren’t able to get Alexa to work so weren’t able to use lamps or strung lighting, worried we’d be charged the fee to reset. Parking is a challenge as other reviews mention so we parked on street and walked most of the time. Everything else was as expected, place was pretty musty when we first arrived but once we ran AC it cleared up. Kitchenette worked for us and was clean but we weren’t there much to use it.. other than mini refrig & electric stove top. As someone else pointed out there is only one mirror, which is very small above sink in bathroom and no real closet space—- neither of which were issues for us though but something to keep in mind.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The location was great as we were able to walk to all the shops close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

6/10 Okay

Carrie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Bluebird cottage stay

The location is prime. It was a short walk to everywhere we wanted to go. No shortage of charm but The humidity in the cottage was a problem. Not that I could see what the humidity was doing to my hair anyways because this property lacked usable mirrors. I mean a decent mirror doesn’t seem like a big ask. The WiFi was a joke and Alexa was MIA.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

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

Perfect accommodations and location!

Cleanliness - perfect Decor - quaint and comfy Walking distance to downtown - excellent Would absolutely rent this space again next time we travel for business.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

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