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Pet-Friendly, Historic Cottage in Downtown Nashville

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See how a painter lived
Light is the essence of art
Outdoor spa tub
Artfully curated home
Wake up to the morning sun well rested

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Pet-Friendly, Historic Cottage in Downtown Nashville

On the highest point of Locust Lane sits Artist Lane Cottage, where many of Nashville's artists lived at the turn of the century. The Artist Lane Cottage, in particular, was once home to the artist Will Vawter.

With cathedral ceilings, an original studio layout, and a central location in Nashville, this cottage is the ideal retreat for those seeking a quaint little town vacation.

Let's take a closer look at Artist Lane Cottage.

Artist Lane Cottage is a charming vacation home in the heart of Nashville. This historic cottage was once home to the artist Will Vawter, and it still retains many of its original features, including cathedral ceilings, an original studio layout, and a central location.

The cottage is perfect for those seeking a quaint little town vacation. With its spacious rooms, comfortable beds, and a well-equipped kitchen, you'll feel right at home. And with its central location, you're just steps away from all that Nashville has to offer.

Whether you're looking to explore the city's vibrant art scene or relax and enjoy the peace and quiet, Artist Lane Cottage is the perfect place to stay.

Here are some of the amenities that Artist Lane Cottage offers:
* Two bedrooms
* Two bathrooms
* Bright white kitchen with a dishwasher, microwave, and gas stove
* Central location in Nashville
* Pet-friendly
* Gas grill on-site

Book your stay at Artist Lane Cottage today and experience the charm of Nashville for yourself!

Rural Environment Notice
Our cabins are located in the beautiful woods and countryside of Brown County, Indiana. While we provide routine professional pest control and keep our homes clean and well-maintained, guests may occasionally see seasonal pests such as mice, flies, lady beetles (Asian beetles), or stink bugs — especially in the fall and spring.

These harmless insects are part of life in a rural setting. We do everything possible to minimize their presence and appreciate your understanding as part of the authentic Brown County experience!

PET-FRIENDLY PROPERTY: There is a $75 fee per pet. Moondance Vacation Homes proudly donates a portion to the Brown County Humane Society when you bring your pet and pay your pet fee.

Note: There are stairs on-site from parking to the main level.

All gas fireplaces are seasonal and available for use from October 1st to April 1st.

ALL EVENTS, DAY GUESTS, AND PARTIES ARE PROHIBITED WITHOUT PRIOR WRITTEN APPROVAL FROM PROPERTY MANAGEMENT. Effective July 1, 2025, the county has raised the innkeepers' tax from 5% to 8%.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Nashville

Located in Nashville, this cottage is in the city centre. Hard Truth Distilling Company and Salt Creek Golf Retreat are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Brown County State Park and Mountain Tea State Forest. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours, or seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
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Nashville, IN

What's nearby

  • Brown County History Center - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Brown County Playhouse - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Brown County Art Gallery - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hard Truth Distilling Company - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Brown County Music Center - 2 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Indianapolis International Airport (IND) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Circle K - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hard Truth Hills - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Chocolate Moose - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Hotel Nashville - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Pet-Friendly, Historic Cottage in Downtown Nashville pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Pet-Friendly, Historic Cottage in Downtown Nashville?

As of 26 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pet-Friendly, Historic Cottage in Downtown Nashville on 9 Jun 2026 start from £186, 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 Pet-Friendly, Historic Cottage in Downtown Nashville?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Pet-Friendly, Historic Cottage in Downtown Nashville?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet-Friendly, Historic Cottage in Downtown Nashville?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Pet-Friendly, Historic Cottage in Downtown Nashville located?

Located in the heart of Nashville, this cottage is within a 5-minute walk of Brown County History Center, Brown County Playhouse and Brown County Art Guild. Brown County Art Gallery and Hard Truth Distilling Company are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 64 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved how the location was perfect! We could walk anywhere we wanted. It was such a cute cottage with plenty of space. It was clean and the hottub was nice! We will definitely visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Older home but very clean.Enjoyed a 2 night stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanya L.

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

Nice weekend getaway

Nice, relaxing and very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Nanette F.

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

Great location and history

Very clean, comfortable and in town location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Muna O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this property, the location and the quietness. Its literally right behind the library at the tip of the hill, and we love libraries so this was an added bonus. We parked our car in the driveway and didnt use it once, we walked everywhere! There is the cutest Bakery just down the hill that made mornings extra special. We traveled with our little dog and this place was perfect for her too, lots of places to walk and the area is bery dog friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

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

Very enjoyable, quaint, clean and loved the surroundings

Very enjoyable, quaint, clean and I loved the peaceful quite time
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal R.

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

Honeymoon

Property was clean, felt like home. We were very pleased with the location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David F.

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

Lovely location

Very relaxing stay at your cottage!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar 2024
We're delighted to hear that you had a very relaxing stay at our cottage! Creating a tranquil and rejuvenating atmosphere for our guests is always our goal, and we're thrilled that we could provide that for you. Thank you for choosing our cottage for your getaway, and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back for another peaceful stay in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trisha L.

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

Great place!

Cute little house for our annual girl's getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct 2021
We're so happy you felt Artist was great for your annual girl's getaway! We hope to have you back soon!
Verified

8/10 Good

Neil D.

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

Fall in Nashville

Perfect location, we could walk to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mary Ellen S.

Liked: Communication

Nashville

Could use some decent towels
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley N.

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

Excellent find!

Very close to town for walking to shops. Home was clean and ready for guests
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda R.

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

Great vacation break

Convenient and historial home. Walking distance to Nashville and quiet get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts on our historic home! We're delighted to hear that you found it convenient and enjoyed its historical charm. Our location in walking distance to Nashville is indeed one of our most prized features, allowing guests to experience the city's vibrant culture and attractions while also enjoying a quiet getaway. We appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back for another memorable stay in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location - you can easily walk to all of the shops and restaurants. The public library is right across the street and has a beautiful little children’s garden where deer, rabbit, and chipmunk are plentiful. The dogs loved sitting out in the screened in porch area just watching everything. The only thing to note is the weeds around the house are really plentiful (I guess it helps the bee population) and it kind of feels like you’re being attacked by the weeds when walking in and out of the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Bestie Get Away

Property was clean, cozy, private but close to eveyting
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew G.

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

Perfect location

2 blocks from main strip in Nashville/ brown county. Perfect get away
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Feb 2024
Thank you for your feedback! We're delighted to hear that you found our location to be the perfect getaway, just two blocks from the main strip in Nashville/Brown County. We strive to offer our guests a convenient and enjoyable experience, and it's wonderful to know that our proximity to the main attractions met your expectations. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again for another great getaway in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

A guest from lagrange, KY A.

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

Good times

Great location and perfect with a small pet. We loved it and would stay again. Clean and comfortable but location was everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jul 2023
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback. We're delighted to hear that you had a wonderful stay with us and that our location suited your needs perfectly. It was a pleasure to host you and your small pet, and we appreciate your kind words about our pet-friendly policy. We strive to create a welcoming atmosphere for all our guests, including their furry friends. Should your travels bring you back to the area, we would be more than happy to welcome you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

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

Great friends weekend get away!

Super experience! Right downtown in walking distance to all the shops!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2022
Thank you Laura! So excited to hear that you had a super experience at our Cottage! We hope to host another stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan N.

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

Wonderful Cottage...

Sweet cottage. Within walking distance to the shops, galleries and restaurants. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Aug 2022
Thank you Susan! We look forward to hosting you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa S.

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

Great Stay!

We stayed in late December. The house was a great stay! Very clean and had all the amenities we needed. The fireplace was awesome! Bed was very comfortable. It was nice there was a keurig available with coffees, sugar and creamer as well. Loved our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jan 2024
Thank you for choosing to stay with us and for taking the time to share your experience! We're delighted to hear that your late December stay was a great one and that you found our house clean and well-equipped with all the amenities you needed. We're glad you enjoyed the cozy atmosphere with the fireplace and that the bed provided a comfortable night's sleep. It's fantastic to hear that the Keurig, along with coffee, sugar, and creamer, added to the convenience and enjoyment of your stay. Thank you once more for choosing us, and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony S.

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

Excellent location- in a eclectic cottage

The property is very cute and situated right in downtown Nashville. The interior had a lot of vintage charm and the small fenced outdoor area was great for the dog (but he really like the beautiful grounds around the library right next door).
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2022
Thank you Anthony! We are so happy that you and your dog enjoyed your time at our cottage! We hope to host another stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

audrey m.

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

Our Favorite Place To Stay

Nothing tops the comfort and welcoming feeling ! A quaint cottage! After a day of exploring the shops and beauty of Brown County we look forward to our time in the hot tub. Yes, our favorite place in Brown County!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Nov 2023
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're thrilled to hear that you found our cottage comfortable and welcoming, and we take great pride in providing a cozy and inviting atmosphere for our guests. It's wonderful to hear that you enjoyed your time exploring the charming shops and natural beauty of Brown County, and we're delighted to be your favorite place in the area. The hot tub is a great way to relax and unwind after a day of adventure, and we're glad it added to your experience. We can't wait to welcome you back for more memorable moments in the future!
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael C.

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

Lovely cottage close to downtown.

It was very homey, tastefully decorated. It had everything we needed. The large room was very relaxing to hang out in. I would have rated it five stars but the 2nd evening we were there, the A/C struggled. The temp would not drop below 78 degrees until the next morning. We were thankful for the ceiling fan in the bedroom and the fan we found in the closet.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jun 2025
Thanks so much! We are looking into your concerns
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill T.

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

Great location

Really cute space for a group of 4 friends to spend the weekend. Fireplace kept us warm. Beds were firm and cozy. Kitchen equipped with everything you need. Great location to walk the town
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Feb 2023
Thank you Jill! So nice to hear that you and your friends enjoyed the cottage and its location! We hope to host another stay!
Verified

8/10 Good

Miranda F.

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

Cute, quaint cottage

My mother and I enjoyed this cute, quaint cottage. Being located near the end of the main strip, made access to shops and restaurants convenient. Communication with the property manager was prompt and easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Apr 2023
Thank you Miranda! So wonderful that you and your mother enjoyed your stay! We hope to host you again!

About the host

Hosted by Eric Spreen

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A charming vacation home in the heart of Nashville.

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