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Secluded Cottage Near Franklin, Nashville

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A covered patio area with a glass enclosure, outdoor seating, and wooden chairs.
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A building surrounded by trees and covered in autumn leaves.
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, a black wood stove, and a hanging light fixture.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a farmhouse welcome sign.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Hohenwald, TN
  • Place, Meriwether Lewis National Monument
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Fall Hollow Falls Trail
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Elephant Discovery Center
    ‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Secluded Cottage Near Franklin, Nashville

The Natchez Trace Parkway is a 444-mile drive through exceptional scenery and 10,000 years of North American history. Today, visitors can enjoy scenic drives, hiking, cycling, motorbiking, kayaking, canoeing and camping. In October, the National Park hosts the annual Oktober Fest festival. In recent years beautiful and hip wineries nearby provide the area with wonderful tasting room experiences, destination wedding venues as well as many fun activities and weekend entertainment. Take in a tour of the Jack Daniels distillery located an hour and a half away in Lynchburg. The surrounding area offers many quaint small towns. In the nearby town of Lawrenceburg there is a thriving Amish community that offer their crafts, produce and preserves. The Tennessee river offers unlimited boating and fishing possibilities and is within an hour away. This truly is a secluded getaway for those eager to disconnect, but not too far from the beautiful and historic city of Franklin which is about an hour's drive away. Perfect for a fun drive to or from Nashville, Memphis and Birmingham. All within 2 hours away.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
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: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely 'NO SMOKING' inside cottage,

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Make sure ac thermostat is left at 78 at checkout, thank you
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Absolutely no parties with more persons than cottage accommodates which accommodates a maximum of 6 persons.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 613601vb
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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is no smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Hohenwald

Located in Hohenwald, this cottage is in the city centre and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Laurel Hill Wildlife Management Area and Meriwether Lewis National Monument, while Elephant Discovery Center and Lewis County Museum are cultural highlights. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.
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Hohenwald, TN

What's nearby

  • Meriwether Lewis National Monument - 11 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Fall Hollow Falls Trail - 18 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Elephant Discovery Center - 19 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Laurel Hill Wildlife Management Area - 23 min drive - 27.6 km
  • Lewis State Forest - 23 min drive - 24.6 km

Getting around

  • Nashville International Airport (BNA) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Meriwether Lewis Market - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪COF Booth Octoberfest Hohenwald - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bear Ridge Sporting Goods / BBQ - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Secluded Cottage Near Franklin, Nashville pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Secluded Cottage Near Franklin, Nashville?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Secluded Cottage Near Franklin, Nashville?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Secluded Cottage Near Franklin, Nashville?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Secluded Cottage Near Franklin, Nashville located?

Located in the heart of Hohenwald, this cottage is 3.7 mi (6 km) from Meriwether Lewis National Monument and within 12 miles (20 km) of Laurel Hill Wildlife Management Area and Elephant Discovery Center. Fall Hollow Falls Trail and Lewis County Museum are also within 12 miles (20 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. 47 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 77 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jolie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and owners were very friendly to work with.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Zina W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin, very secluded and peaceful. Enough room to gather or separate, comfortable beds and furniture. Had everything we needed for a great stay. The 3 year old and the 62 year old in our group couldn’t maneuver the path to the creek but the others enjoyed it. The decks provided a nice view of nature and sunrise.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jamie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike G.

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

Great Cottage

Overall a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Philip T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was quiet and comfortable. The WiFi was good but there were some times when the internet dropped. The kitchen was adequate. There is plenty of sitting space.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct, 2025
Thank you for choosing our cottage for your stay in our area, Hope to have you back soon.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Steven M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very nice cabin secluded from everything yet right in nature. Not really close to Franklin or Nashville but right in the heart of the Natchez trace forest. Embrace that! Who cares about those two towns when you’re deep in quiet secluded nature
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Debbie Y.

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

Short stay

Easy access. Nice accommodations. Quiet and peaceful location. My suggestion would be to invest in some nicer/newer towels. Garbage in lower floor bathroom had not been emptied
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William K.

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

Wonderful visit

The house was very nice and just as advertised. It is close to the Meriwether Lewis Burial site and the trails in the National Park. It was raining when we visited, so we did not get to enjoy the deck. Our dogs loved being able to walk down to the river behind the house. It was not comfortable walking up and down the street because the neighbors have their dogs out and we were not sure if they were friendly. The dogs did not bother us at the house or down by the river. Owner was very excellent with communication and would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The host was welcoming and responded well to my questions and concerns.The place was a little run down and was over an hour to Franklin, so I wouldn't advertise it as "near Franklin."The oven did not work properly. It was set to Celsius, not Farenheit, which we had to figure out on our own because there was no notice anywhere near the oven. Fortunately, my son figured it out or it would have ruined a huge breakfast casserole we had just made.The TV did not work with the WiFi. We had to hook it up to our computer to watch a movie. The place was covered in ladybugs. We had to sweep them all up as soon as we arrived. The home was very rustic and had a weird layout that is not pictured. The main floor was upstairs. The fire pit was broken and there wasn't really a place to set it up. No dishwasher. We made it work so it didn't ruin our time there. It was just shocking when we first pulled up and saw the outside. But the view was nice and it was nice sitting on the porch at night. There wasn't really a place upstairs for us all to sit except on the outside porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Torrey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Cozy and Quiet but Misleading

The cottage is well appointed with decent furnishing. The upper deck is a great place to sit and enjoy and cup of coffee or glass of wine. It was very peaceful in the country and I slept very well. The communication with the host was very good. For history buffs the Meriwether Lewis State Park is close by and is on the Natchez Trace. I also recommend eating at the Lewis and Clark restaurant in Hohenwald. Get the full rack of ribs! It can feed a family of four. No kidding.Misleading....I specifically searched for a home with a hot tub due to injuries from military service. It's the only thing that helps with pain management as I do not take pills. However, this cottage didn't have a hot tub even though it's listed twice in the description. Not even a jetted tub in the bathrooms. There were also no pictures of the front of the cottage. Although I do not believe it was bad I believe all properties should provide a picture of the front of the unit.These issues are the purpose of my overall rating and may not be important to other guests. PLEASE note that the owner and property get a 5 for everything except the accuracy of the listing.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 May, 2025
I am si sorry you thought I may have a hot tub, I do not advertise that I do have one, I keep looking to see where is it that property has a hot tub and haven’t found where. I certainly do not want to offer what I can’t provide, Thank you for your stay with us.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Kaylee J.

Disliked: Location
Definitely needs a post update on pictures. It wasn’t a horrible stay but it was an okay stay. Reached out to host about some issues we had - first off it is way colder downstairs than upstairs - air was set to 70 and it was freezing when we got in. We didn’t really tour it much but did walk upstairs and look. The back sliding door doesn’t lock but has a lock bar that still lets the door open up enough for someone to slide through into the house. I would recommend fixing that for guest. Closet is crammed with stuff couldn’t hang anything - Then there were no towels presented all only under the counter. When I got out of the shower I grabbed a towel on the chair in the bed room not folder but somewhat - to realize it was USED from the previous tenants - they smelled awful and were damp and dirty. Thankfully there were clean towels under sink. No towels upstairs either - the rug in bathroom was dirty with hair all over the floor and shower. Dirty sink Shower head was broke but we fixed. Stove top has some type of cleaner still on it - no paper towels - sink top dirty - it’s just wasn’t clean. Fire pit is broke with left over used wood no new wood. Outside furniture was dirty and table couldn’t sit at it. Handprints all over the glass I would get a real cleaner in there honestly to recommend a stay. After the dirty towels and not being cleaned I questioned the bed and everything else. I felt dirty and paid almost 800 for 3 nights that we only slept at was a bit motel 6 for me.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

I-San H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication, the place is fabulous.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Richard R.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Some disappointing things

The location was very quiet and rural which was the only good thing. Did not know until we got there that living area and kitchen were on two different floors and stairs are narrow and steps are different heights. It was only after renting that we found out depending on time of year there can be a problem with insects which would have made a huge difference as to whether we would have risked renting. Communication with owner was another disappointment. We will not be returning. I would not consider location near anything but Hohenwald and Merriweather Lewis' burial site.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Larry J.

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

Comfortable Country

The property was perfect for our weekend event. We had a cookout on the deck with family and friends… was nice with the shaded deck. Hot time of the year and the AC was incredible! The place was clean and all amenities were as advertised and worked as listed. Highly recommend staying at this house, we hope to return some day. Thank you! Larry Johnson
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John s.

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

Cottage in Hohenwald

Rental was easy. Property had everything that it said it had. Quite location and no problem with bugs.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Pamela M.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Remote

The property is very pretty and the surrounding area too. The home was clean. But we did have a bit of a glitch checking in but that was resolved. The main issues we had that there was zero communication from the host. I had written a few emails before the out trip and tried to call also no response. We had hoped to use the fireplace but when my husband read me the number I said no don’t start it, it’s the same number I have that I have tried with no luck. The other issue we had (and can happen) is that the drain pipe on the left hand side of the sink was completely detached and the water and soap were going over the pots and pans but again I knew we were not going to get any help from the Host. Lucky we the help of my husband he was able to “fix” it the best he could with no tools. We won’t stay here again for several reasons but the home was clean, the house is decorated nicely and if your into lots of history this spot is very good. Just keep in mind there is NO reception. We worked around it but if you have younger children or teens this might be an issue.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 20 May, 2022
Dear Pamela Wow! I’m surprised you weren’t able to reach me, can you please tell me the issue you had to come in, because it is a lock combination, Usually on days I have guests arriving from 3.pm ob I check phone to make sure I do not miss a guest’s phone call, I’m so sorry for your inconvenience in not able to reach me, I will check on the issues of the drain pipes, as no one else not even my caretaker has mentioned it, thank you, Alva S. ps: sent handyman to have a look at the rain pipes issues, to have it fixed.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marlon M.

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

Great stay

We very much enjoyed our stay! Had a wonderful time! Very clean and pretty cabin!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael A.

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

Family Christmas Visit

The high points of our stay were visits to Meriwether Lewis Historic site and short hike to the Buffalo River. We had to be creative with the seating for our 6 family members, but it all worked well.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Jami S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Disappointed in location and cabin features

Care taker and owner were very nice, however it takes the min of 1 hr to travel for food, 1.5 hr min to do any activities outside of hiking. Distillery 2.5+ hrs away and very limited access to internet and no mobile phone services. Cannot reset the internet or cable as it is glued to the furniture. Fireplace does not work well and caused so much smoke in the cabin it caused sore throats. The deck is falling apart and not safe to walk on. No Tv in master and living room tv has limited channels (mostly home shopping) and parental code placed on most channels and no code provided. The BIGGEST issue is the cabin is it is in another time zone that was NOT communicated. We received solicitation calls to the home the moment we entered and were called promptly at 11 am EST with an 11 AM check out time and the cabin was Central time so it was only 10 am when called. We were not able to check into the cabin until nearly 4pm EST, 3pm Central time. The AC leaked and no firewood was provided, only old previously burned wood. The stairs within the cabin were very slippery and when grabbing the hand rail, it moved. Fruit from neighbor's tree fell on my car and over the sidewalk. Trash from previous attendant filled the outside trash leaving barely any room for our trash so we had to keep everything inside until we left out of bear of bears or other animals. Upon leaving, I was asked to text a phone number to advise I had left, and the number was not working. No numbers were left to contact the home owner outside of that number. Very disappointed in what we received for the money spent.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian W.

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

Great little house for a middle Tennessee stay

Owner was very easy to communicate with. The property is well cared for and is conveniently located to some great historical sites. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brandie M.

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

Peaceful

The house was beautiful,clean,and cozy. It was very peaceful out in the country. The host was great and quick to respond to questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Shane R.

Disliked: Communication, location, listing accuracy

False advertising. No A/C

Over 500 dollars for 2 nights, and the A/C didn’t work the entire time. It never got below 85 during the day and 80 at night. If this tenant doesn’t do something to reconcile this (full refund), then we will never be staying there again. I’ve already contacted her to find some sort of reconciliation, but she isn’t hearing what I’m saying. I have screen shots of the entire conversation that will show you how oblivious she seems to be to the needs of those who rent her home through Vrbo. The screenshots show that she was aware of the issue and that she didn’t have it fixed or even contact us to let us know it was a problem. I wish there was an option to add pictures in this so those who are reading this can see the conversation and make an educated decision.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

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

Canoe trip on the Buffalo River

The house was very clean and beautifully decorated. The kitchen was well stocked and there was a charcoal grill on the deck. Even though it was a good 30 minute drive to the Crazy Horse, it was worth it to stay at such a nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff A.

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

Private Cottage Near Meriwether Lewis State Park

Private and clean cottage on a well paved road and close to Meriwether Lewis State Park (wish we brought our bicycles). The cottage had many amenities available such as plenty of utensils, cookware, toiletries, towels, condiments, and outdoor accessories (e.g., walking sticks, bug spray, bug candle). The HVAC was excellent for both floors even after we lost a little power one night (we were there in mid-June). Very good instructions on checking in, checking out, and tips on keeping bugs out of the cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

BUFORD P.

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

Secluded

Very quite place and comfortable
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

About the host

Hosted by alvarina suarez

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We are from South Florida, and always wanted to enjoy the changes in seasons,My parents built this house in 1992, and my kids grew enjoying hiking, fishing and many a paint ball games were played at big family vacations along the river bank. This cottage is full of wonderful family gatherings and memories.

Why they chose this property

they had a second home in the Smokies prior, but wanted a very secluded setting and land space, They loved the Tennessee scenery and started looking until they found this wonderful town, that offered seclusion feel when wanted and beautiful quaint town with small shops, restaurants and wonderful friendly neighbours. Through the years this wonderful spot of Tennessee has become a very special place we hold dear, and we come to enjoy the peace and quiet and most certainly to add to our memory making of our family. I have lived in South Florida most of my life, but this wonderful place is home also, and as of yet I haven't had a moment where as I leave I'm already looking forward to my return.

What makes this property unique

I especially love the tree house feeling we get out on the deck, and the quietness of not hearing or even seeing an airplane, the whole area from the moment we turn on to the winding road and most often encounter deer grazing at side of road add to that beautiful clearings and wooded terrain. in the evenings the spectacular velvety dark sky showing a three dimensional show of sparkling stars is a sight to behold!, the fact we are secluded, yet close enough to metropolitan Franklin and Nashville make it perfect to make a day of outing to shopping and nightlife. although the majority of our time we do come is to enjoy the local sightseeings and our wonderful deck!

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