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Charming Historic Home | Walk to Northshore

Holiday home with kitchen, near Tennessee Aquarium

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Room
Room
Terrace/patio
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Chattanooga, TN
  • Place, Tennessee Aquarium
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Chattanooga Convention Center
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Charming Historic Home | Walk to Northshore

Welcome to The Nealis House, a beautifully preserved historic home in Chattanooga’s vibrant Northshore district. Thoughtfully designed with vintage decor and modern comforts, this cozy retreat invites you to step back in time while enjoying all the conveniences of today. Relax on the charming front porch, explore the neighborhood on foot, and experience the warmth of Southern hospitality in a home rich with history and character. Nestled next door to The Nealis Cottage, The Nealis House can be rented together to accommodate up to 6 guests.

★ WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT HERE ★ (Designed for Your Perfect Stay)
✔ 2 bedrooms / 1 bathroom
✔ Sleeps up to 4 comfortably
✔ 2 Queen beds
✔ Fully equipped kitchen ✔ Stylish, open-concept design with vintage charm
✔ Thoughtfully curated historic decor
✔ Washer & dryer (Iron/Board, Essentials)
✔ Fully fenced yard with gas fire pit & string lights
✔ Large front porch with swing & bistro table
✔ High-speed Wi-Fi
✔ Free parking (Street parking in front and on the side of the house, max 2 cars)
✔ Walkable to Northshore’s best restaurants & shops
✔ Minutes from downtown & top attractions

🏡 THE SPACE
This lovingly restored home blends nostalgic charm with modern comfort, offering an inviting space to relax and unwind. Guests love the cozy yet spacious layout, original details, and the unique story behind Captain Nealis and his wife, Rose.

★ LIVING ROOM ★
The open-concept living area is bright and welcoming, designed for comfort and conversation.
✔ Spacious seating with couch & two chairs
✔ Record player with vintage records
✔ Books & board games for all ages
✔ Smart TV (Guests log in with their own accounts)
✔ Charming decor with historic touches

★ KITCHEN & DINING ★
The well-equipped kitchen has everything you need to cook meals or enjoy local takeout.
✔ Stainless steel appliances (stove, fridge, dishwasher, microwave)
✔ Quartz countertops & ample prep space
✔ Coffee maker (Complimentary coffee, tea, cream & sugar)
✔ Glassware, silverware, pots & pans
✔ Essential cooking spices & oils
✔ Dining table with seating for 4
✔ Kitchen island with seating for 4
✔ Play kitchen set for kids
✔ Washer & dryer with pods


★ SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS – 2 BEDROOMS ★
Each bedroom is designed for restful nights, complete with quality linens and vintage charm.
🛏️ Bedroom 1 “Rose’s Room” (Queen Bed)
✔ Plush bedding & pillows
✔ Makeup vanity with stool
✔ Full-length mirror
✔ Smart TV (Guests log in with their own accounts)
✔ Dresser & closet for storage
✔ Ceiling fan

🛏️ Bedroom 2 “Captain Nealis’s Room” (Queen Bed)
✔ Plush bedding & pillows
✔ Makeup vanity with stool
✔ Full-length mirror
✔ Smart TV (Guests log in with their own accounts)
✔ Dresser & closet for storage ✔ Ceiling fan

★ BATHROOM ★
A well-appointed bathroom with everything you need for a comfortable stay.
✔ Tub/shower combo
✔ Large vanity with ample storage
✔ Fresh towels & makeup cloths
✔ Hairdryer
✔ Essential toiletries
✔ Tile floors & charming decor

★ OUTDOOR SPACE ★
Enjoy the private, fully fenced yard and charming front porch—perfect for unwinding.
✔ Shared gas fire pit with Adirondack chairs
✔ String lights for a cozy ambiance
✔ Outdoor games
✔ Front porch swing & bistro table
✔ Shared gas grill

★ PERFECT FOR EVERY OCCASION ★
Whether you`re visiting for a romantic getaway, a family retreat, or a solo escape, this charming home offers a one-of-a-kind experience steeped in history and comfort.

📍 PRIME LOCATION
Stay in one of Chattanooga’s most beloved neighborhoods, just minutes from top attractions:
🍽️ Walkable Dining – Steps from Milk & Honey, Taco Mamacita & more.
🏞️ Outdoor Adventures – Walk to Stringers Ridge Park for hiking & scenic views.
🚴 Explore the City – Bike to Coolidge Park & enjoy the riverfront.
🏛️ Local History – Read Captain Nealis’s field journal inside the home!
✔ A $75 refundable deposit hold is placed on your card and automatically released within a few days after checkout with no incidents reported.

📅 Ready to experience Chattanooga’s history & charm? Book now for an unforgettable stay!
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
✔ No smoking or open flames in the home. ✔ No drug use. ✔ No parties or unapproved guests. (Text for approval.) ✔ No pets. ✔ No shoes in the house. ✔

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
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Chattanooga

Northside, a neighbourhood in Chattanooga, is home to this holiday home. Tennessee Aquarium is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Ruby Falls and Rock City. Creative Discovery Museum and Songbirds Guitar Museum are also worth visiting.
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Chattanooga, TN

What's nearby

  • Coolidge Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Tennessee Aquarium - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • University of Tennessee at Chattanooga - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Chattanooga Convention Center - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Chattanooga Choo Choo Historic District - 6 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

  • Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪First Watch - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Fiamma Pizza Company - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Milk & Honey - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Historic Home | Walk to Northshore pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Historic Home | Walk to Northshore?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Historic Home | Walk to Northshore?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Historic Home | Walk to Northshore located?

Located in Northside, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Tennessee River and Tennessee Aquarium. Coolidge Park and Stringers Ridge West Bell Avenue Trailhead are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Collin R.

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

Great stay!!!

Safe, clean, conveniently located.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

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

Perfect location and cozy setting

Location is perfect and great house and property
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time! We were able to enjoy time visiting our son, who recently moved to Chattanooga. It was the cutest neighborhood. We enjoyed being able to walk to Pizza Bros, also
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything about this property was perfection--my only complaint is that we could only stay one night!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregg P.

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

Loved the stay

First time the gf and kiddo has been at a VRBO. We all loved it. Great night sleep each night. Location was great and near all the attractions. Will definitely have to rent it again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel T.

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

Great Stay!

Super cute house, very homey. It was clean and had great amenities. If we come back to visit Chattanooga we will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

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

Birthday Chattanooga visit

As a military family, it was super fun to stay here with the decor and story!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex & Carolyn S.

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

Charming House!

Stayed just the night on a roadtrip from Chicago to Florida, and it was great! The kids had a blast and the house had so much charm.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil J.

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

Great Return Visit

This was our 3rd stay so it’s clear there is a reason we keep coming back. The location is great, the home is gorgeous, the check-in and check-out easy. We’ll be back in a couple of months.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely! Every detail was perfect. Check-in was easy no problem. Kitchen had everything you would need to prepare a meal and more. This host thought of everything you might need!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nic B.

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

Best spot

A lot of great things to do within a 10 min walk and 5 min drive to downtown
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Casey A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was nothing short of spectacular. My 3 year old had a blast playing with the kitchen toys and listening to music on vintage radio/record player. The house had everything we needed for a comfortable stay, and the neighborhood was very quiet and pleasant. We hope to stay there again in the future! Oh, and the front porch swing was a huge bonus!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lidia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property was absolutely perfect! The house was adorable and so well decorated for comfort and luxury. The owner was so easy to communicate with and so kind. The location was perfect, with views of the surrounding mountains and walkable restaurants, shops, qnd grocery stores.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul O.

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

Vacation

Loved the property, very clean and comfortable. Great location for what we were doing. Only down side is the street parking if it is raining you are loading and unloading your car standing in a river. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily G.

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

Spring Break at The Nealis House

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, and appreciated all of the thoughtful details in the house which made it feel like a home away from home. Our favorite part was how child-friendly the house was - our daughter was continuously entertained with the books, games, coloring supplies, and kitchen set. We will absolutely stay here again the next time we visit Chattanooga - highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hali H.

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

Perfect birthday night!

We had an absolute blast in Chattanooga and stayed here to not have to drive home.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan P.

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

A Chattanooga Charmer

My husband and daughter thoroughly enjoyed staying at Nealis House. It was conveniently located to everywhere they needed to be in the city and Sarah was super responsive as the host with any questions. They enjoyed the neighborhood and felt very safe. It was clean, well laid out, the beds were comfy and they had everything they needed for the weekend. Will definitely stay again as we travel to Chattanooga a few times a year for youth sports - nice job, hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil J.

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

Cozy Hill City Cottage

Beautiful and cozy cottage, very well maintained and clean. Lovely decor and well-appointed. In a walkable neighborhood close to many great restaurants and quaint shops. Publix grocery store nearby. A perfect stay! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

dan b.

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

Great!

House is beautifully decorated and cozy. Front porch swing is a treasure!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil J.

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

Hill city gen

This was our 2nd stay at this property and won’t be our last. Just one night this time, but we love both the home which has been beautifully restored as well as the walkable neighborhood.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret L.

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

Will be back!

Meet up with old friends for the weekend and we all stayed here. The property was clean and homey. We had everything we could need. The property manager was easy and quick to communicate with. We definitely plan to be back for another girls trip and hope to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Macy A.

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

Beautiful property

The house is cute online but in person it’s even better! It was perfect for our quick trip with our kids. They really enjoyed the working record player and play kitchen. We had a fire and played games in the yard at night under the lights. It was like a dream. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

terry s.

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

the house was adorable!!!

the house was adorable. loved it except there was no trash can in the kitchen? very odd. not crazy about having to run dishwasher, empty trash to outside receptacles and gather all the towels into the bathroom when i am paying an exorbitant cleaning fee. you could barely tell we had even been there.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

About the host

Hosted by sarah ketterer

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