Skip to main content
Entire home

Whispering Springs cottage near Cummins Falls, TN Tech, and Salt Box Inn

Photo gallery for Whispering Springs cottage near Cummins Falls, TN Tech, and Salt Box Inn

Exterior
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Room
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

View in a map
Cookeville, TN
  • Place, Tennessee Tech University
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Dogwood Park
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Cummins Falls State Park
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Whispering Springs cottage near Cummins Falls, TN Tech, and Salt Box Inn

Welcome to Your Dream Getaway in Cookeville!

Escape to our charming cottage, where comfort meets adventure! This delightful retreat features 2 cozy bedrooms: a serene queen bed in the master and two full beds in the loft, perfect for families or friends. Stay cool or cozy with AC/heat, and enjoy the convenience of a washer/dryer, WiFi, and Full Kitchen.

Relax and Unwind: The bathroom offers a refreshing rain shower, ideal after a day of exploring.

Prime Location: Nestled near TTU, Salt Box Inn, and Downtown Cookeville, you’re just minutes away from Cummins Falls and other stunning natural attractions like Burgess Falls, Fall Creek Falls, Rock Island, Caney Fork, Dale Hollow, and Center Hill.

Outdoor Bliss: Savor your mornings on the wrap-around covered porch, complete with a luxurious outdoor tub (hot/cold faucet) and cozy porch swings. Gather around the fire pit for memorable evenings under the stars.

Explore the Wilderness: Behind the property, you’ll find 4 wooded acres rich with history and natural beauty. Guests are welcome to explore this area, which features a running spring, a cave, and abundant wildlife. Please note that this area has a history with American Indians, and artifacts have been found here. Due to the natural terrain and wildlife, exploration is at your own risk, and children should not explore on their own.

Safety First: For your peace of mind, our property is equipped with 24/7 Ring doorbells/cameras at the front and back doors.

Family-Friendly: Children are welcome but must be supervised. Board games are available for family fun.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

Add dates for prices

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

Exterior
New modern luxury mountain cottage
Cookeville
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (86 reviews)
New modern luxury mountain cottage

House Rules

default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Take out the rubbish
Gather all trash and put in the outside trash receptacle, and make sure lid is closed.
Turn Off All gas (inside stove, fire pit, grill). All indoor lights. Upstairs AC unit. Leave exterior lights on for security.
Clean out refrigerator; leave used beds unmade; wash dishes and leave in dish drainer; make sure fire in wood firepit is extinguished (hose at back & side of house). Lock all windows and doors.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4185433vb
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Cookeville

Located in Cookeville, this cottage is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cummins Falls State Park and Window Cliffs State Natural Area, while Cookeville History Museum and Cookeville Depot Museum are cultural highlights. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking and other activities like wildlife walks.
View more Cottages in CookevilleOpens in a new window
Map
Cookeville, TN

What's nearby

  • Tennessee Tech University - 8 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Dogwood Park - 11 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Cookeville Depot Museum - 11 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Cookeville Performing Arts Center - 11 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Cummins Falls State Park - 14 min drive - 9.6 km

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Gio’s Cottage Bread Co - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bilmar's 19th Hole - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪SONIC Drive In - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Whispering Springs cottage near Cummins Falls, TN Tech, and Salt Box Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Whispering Springs cottage near Cummins Falls, TN Tech, and Salt Box Inn?

As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whispering Springs cottage near Cummins Falls, TN Tech, and Salt Box Inn on 10 Aug 2026 start from £215, 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 Whispering Springs cottage near Cummins Falls, TN Tech, and Salt Box Inn?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Where is Whispering Springs cottage near Cummins Falls, TN Tech, and Salt Box Inn located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Tennessee Tech University, Ironwood Golf Course and Dogwood Park. Hooper Eblen Center and Cookeville Performing Arts Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window
Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janice C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything we needed for a week of visiting family. We’ll definitely return.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michaela B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location near a natural spring. Very clean with well stocked amenities. Perfect place for out of town guests!
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage is so cozy and in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carlena S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Very clean great beds Enjoyed the fire table and hot tub
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim V.

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

Great place!

Really nice place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed a relaxing stay ina beautiful little cottage in a wonderful location. The cottage was clean and cozy, and the outdoor bathtub was a unique and wonderful feature. I would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rene N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love Love Love this place and the owners are awesome ‼
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

April B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was extremely clean and well stocked. We enjoyed the privacy yet being so close to town. Excellent communication with owner, we really enjoyed our stay and will definitely come visit again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristi B.

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

Cookeville Cozy

Wonderful stay! The place was perfect, as advertised. We truly enjoyed our time at the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this house! Very clean & perfect for what we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Inger S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
. Everything we needed was there! Throughly enjoyed the stay!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2025
We are glad you enjoyed your stay. We hope to see you back sometime in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amber F.

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

Gorgeous home away from home!

This cottage was perfect for our stay. Clean, relaxing, quiet, and very well maintained cottage. The kitchen was fully stocked and the details that was put into this cottage just made a perfect place to stay. We plan on revisiting again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jul 2025
Thanks for those comments. We look forward to having you stay again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lennon P.

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

Great Spot

Wonderful little cottage close to town but country feel! Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Amy P.

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

Wonderful

We enjoyed this beautiful and clean cabin. It's very small.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very well supplied. We brought the normal items to cook with but the house had everything from coffee to laundry soap.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy H.

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

Birthday weekend

We have visited this cottage 2 years in a row for my birthday. It is so nice and peaceful. Great getaway! Will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Oct 2024
I am glad we were able to keep up the expectations. Thanks for being great guests and looking forward to seeing you next year.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trina S.

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

Super Cute Cottage

This little cottage was perfect for what we needed. Everything was well stocked. We spent relaxing nights by the fire and the kids loved exploring the property. The owner was easy to contact and very responsive to our needs. We would gladly stay here again in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Oct 2024
I am happy you and the family were able to enjoy the cottage and the property. You all are welcome back any time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie H.

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

25th Anniversary Getaway

After a great work conference in Nashville, we were looking for a few days to relax and have some alone time. We love scenic views and a little hiking, so the proximity to all the waterfalls was great for us. We loved being secluded and yet, still close enough to town to take advantage of the great local restaurants and ice cream shops. The last three nights, we got carry out and ate at the picnic table outside. There were beautiful sunsets and we even saw a deer while we ate. The cabin was perfect for us. We would definitely consider going back again. All the pictures were from state parks within 45 minutes of the cabin.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy C.

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

Stay Here!

This cottage is absolutely impeccable. The owners have gone out of their way to make sure you have a great stay. It’s loaded with everything you may need including soap, shampoo, lotion, extra toothbrushes, coffee and towels. It’s super clean! They even had chocolates, crackers, and marshmallows to make s’mores! Owner is very available and responsive. I love this place. If you’re staying in Cookeville, stay here! Trust me on this. Thank you David!
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Nov 2024
I'm happy you enjoyed your stay and for your wonderful comments! You are welcome back anytime.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfectly CleanPerfectly nice
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

About the host

Hosted by David Graves

Host profile image
Hi there! I’m thrilled to share a little bit about myself and my beloved cottage with you. Originally hailing from the charming town of Columbia, TN, I made my way to Cookeville to attend Tennessee Tech University. It didn’t take long for me to fall head over heels for the stunning outdoors and vibrant community here.

This cottage is my personal sanctuary, a place where I escape to unwind and soak in the natural beauty of Cookeville. Now, I’m excited to open its doors to you, so you can experience the magic of this place too!

As a new host, my top priority is ensuring you have an unforgettable stay. If you have any suggestions for amenities or utensils that could enhance your experience, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Your feedback is invaluable in helping me create the perfect getaway for future guests.

Thank you for choosing my cottage for your stay. I can’t wait to welcome you and make your visit truly special!

Why they chose this property

I fell in love with Cookeville many years ago during my college years, and it has held a special place in my heart ever since. This charming town is a hidden gem, brimming with natural beauty and delightful spots that make it truly unique.

One of my all-time favorite places is Cummins Falls. Imagine hiking through lush trails, the sound of cascading water growing louder as you approach. The breathtaking views and the exhilarating experience of swimming in the cool, refreshing waters beneath the falls are simply unforgettable. It’s a perfect escape into nature’s embrace.

And then there’s Mama Rosa’s, a cozy eatery that serves the best stromboli you’ll ever taste. The warm, inviting atmosphere and the mouthwatering aroma of freshly baked dough and melted cheese make every visit a treat. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, Mama Rosa’s is a must-visit for a taste of Cookeville’s culinary charm.

I wholeheartedly recommend both of these places. They capture the essence of what makes Cookeville so special and are sure to leave you with cherished memories.

What makes this property unique

Nestled on 4 acres of enchanting woods, this property offers a unique blend of adventure and tranquility. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of American Indian history, with numerous artifacts discovered right on the grounds. A serene running spring meanders next to the house, adding a soothing soundtrack to your stay.

For the intrepid explorer, there’s a mysterious cave waiting to be discovered. While I haven’t explored every corner of this captivating property yet, the potential for adventure is boundless. Guests are welcome to explore, but please exercise caution—especially with children—as the cave and abundant wildlife add an element of excitement and unpredictability.

Come and create your own stories in this extraordinary setting!

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback

Go further with the Vrbo app

  • Easily message your host
  • Access, share and manage your trip
  • Earn OneKeyCash on holiday rentals
Scan the QR code with your device camera and download our app
QR code to download the app