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Tennessee Mountain Home in Beautiful Wooded Setting

Holiday home in Spencer with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
Exterior
Welcome to our Tennessee Mountain Home!
Living area
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 266.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Spencer, TN
  • Place, Fall Creek Falls State Park
  • Place, Fall Creek Falls Lake
  • Place, Fall Creek Falls
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Tennessee Mountain Home in Beautiful Wooded Setting

"The mountains are calling and I must go." (John Muir)

Tennessee Mountain Home is located on the Cumberland Plateau, 3 miles from the south entrance to Fall Creek Falls State Park in Van Buren County, Tennessee. It is situated on 3 acres in a wooded setting.

We are now making it available as a vacation rental when not in use by members of our family. It is the closest rental to the park's south entrance. The nightly rate is $125 and is based on double occupancy. Stay a full week and receive a 15% discount! There is a two-night minimum. Additional guests may stay, but you'll need to contact owners for info regarding that. We do not charge a cleaning fee. We do ask our guests to leave our mountain house in order and reasonable clean - mainly all trash placed in the outside receptacle with lid securely attached - all used kitchen items washed, dried, and put away - or simply left in the drainer to dry. If our guests will assist us in this way, we will be able to continue not charging a cleaning fee. We also do not require a damage deposit and hope that will continue to be the case.

This welcoming little house was completed in the fall of 2017. It was custom built by some of our Mennonite neighbors. It has 720 square feet of living space, a 125 square feet covered back deck, and a 130 square feet concrete patio complete with an outdoor fireplace. You're going to love sitting by a crackling fire in the evenings, listening to the whippoorwills, and watching the occasional deer wander through. As the day settles into evening there is a noticeable stillness and quietness that is so relaxing. On a clear night it's a wonderful place for viewing the star-lit sky.

The house has one bedroom with a queen size bed. There is one bathroom with a tub/shower combo. Bed linens are provided, as well as towels & wash cloths, and dish towels & dish cloths. There is a sofa in the living area. It is NOT a sofa bed. There is also a swivel rocker and ottoman. A smart TV makes it easy for you to access your favorite shows/movies using your personal subscription passwords. Remember to sign out before you check-out

A landline phone is available along with complimentary WiFi via high speed fiber optics service.

The kitchen is stocked with basic cooking and serving supplies. Heating and air-conditioning is provided via a Carrier high wall ductless split system. There is also a wood burning (electric) stove for ambiance and optional heat. Cuddle up in the winter months or open the windows in mild weather to enjoy the refreshing mountain breeze.

Water for the house is provided via a well on the property. It was tested at Tennessee Technological University and is also filtered.

A charcoal grill is on-site but you will need to bring your own charcoal. You will also need to bring your own firewood if you plan to use the fireplace. There are places nearby that sell firewood.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue

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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
The nightly rate ($125) is based on double occupancy. It may be possible for additional guests to stay. Contact owners for details.
We do not charge a cleaning fee or require a damage deposit.
There is a two-night minimum. Stay a full week and receive a 15% discount!

Important information

You need to know

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 deadlock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Spencer

Located in Spencer, this holiday home is in a rural area. Coke Oven Museum and Dunlap Ampitheatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Dunlap Coke Ovens Park and Museum and Beecher Wallace Homestead. Harris Park and Cotten's Marina are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Spencer, TN

What's nearby

  • Fall Creek - 12 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Fall Creek Falls - 20 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Savage Gulf State Park - 33 min drive - 40.3 km
  • Rock Island State Park - 48 min drive - 55.1 km
  • Cumberland Caverns - 48 min drive - 55.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Poolside Snack Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Gaul's Galley Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Hunt Brothers Pizza - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Astronomy Field - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Mountain Folks Market - ‬25 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Tennessee Mountain Home in Beautiful Wooded Setting pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tennessee Mountain Home in Beautiful Wooded Setting?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tennessee Mountain Home in Beautiful Wooded Setting?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Tennessee Mountain Home in Beautiful Wooded Setting located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 3 mi (4.8 km) from Fall Creek Falls State Park and within 12 miles (20 km) of Fall Creek Falls Lake and Fall Creek. Fall Creek Falls is 11.9 mi (19.2 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 199 out of 214 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 214 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 214 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 214 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 214 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alicia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The space was clean and the property was very pretty. Very peaceful location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gwen M.

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

Charming cottage near Falls Creek Falls

Enjoyed my second stay in this charming little retreat. Joe is a wonderful, responsive host .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fantastic stay

The house was cozy and clean. Great location and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Misty P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was perfect, quiet, peaceful, very clean. The host was exceptionally kind. Nice to whatever we neeand to be honest, we really hated to leave. We will come back and we will stay with you. Thank you so much for all of your kindness.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Benjamin F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice small house

Nice place Good location
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

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

Quiet stay just outside the park

Nice 1 bedroom option w kitchen and living room
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda E.

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

Cute, Cozy Nest

The location is beautiful, peaceful, and near Fall Creek Falls where my son ran the 50k. I enjoyed taking in the mountain home as a whole. It is well-appointed and served as a solo writing retreat as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheri S.

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

Peaceful Place

This little cabin is perfect for peace, rest and relaxation. Hope to visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anita S.

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

Mountain home

Great getaway, super helpful hosts and home was private , adorable home with alot to do in area if you enjoy outside and hiking.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Casey T.

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

Perfect Getaway

This unit is perfect for a getaway, only 3 miles from Fall Creek Falls! You can enjoy some great hiking beautiful views, all while having this nice comfy secluded space!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

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

Beautiful location to park

Very peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

8/10 Good

Carolyn G.

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

Pleasant Get Away

The property was clean, stocked with most essentials, and private. The close location to Fall Creek Falls was a plus. The only problem for me was that the shower did not have grab bars, which is something I need now. At any rate, we both enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trent F.

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

PURE PARADISE

Great location..relaxing..everything you need..joe is top notch..definitely will be back!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Fernando F.

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

Lovely place out in the country!

Lovely cottage out there in the country, right next to the great beautiful Fall Creek Falls! Beautiful area and so quite!!! So much here to do and see!!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Owner was friendly and very responsive to any questions. Linens were plentiful. Deck and grill were fantastic. Directions to property were spot on. Everything was very clean. Great place to stay at!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy M.

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

Fantastic!

This was the perfect place to relax after a day of hiking. The house had everything we needed, was clean and comfortable. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danny C.

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

Great little space has everything you need to unwind

The owner was great communicating with me. Made it very easy to access property and answered any questions very quickly I would highly recommend this place .
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brittini P.

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

Perfect!

This is one of the cutest cabins I have ever seen. It was clean, the property owner was very easy to contact, and was extremely friendly. We will definitely be back. Thank you for sharing your lovely property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Wayne M.

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

Fall Creek Falls Hiking Adventure

Location is perfect, just down the road from Fall Creek Falls entrance. The house is delightfully quiet, away from all distractions and fully equipped in every aspect. We would recommend to purchase all type of needs in Sparta or Dunlap. Joe and Nancy are great hosts who responded to all questions quickly and thoroughly.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

jessica s.

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

Relaxing

We enjoyed our stay at Tennessee Mountain Home. It was so peaceful and relaxing. We were just a short drive from Fall Creek Falls for hiking and sightseeing. We enjoyed the Mennonite community and their goodies. We hope to be back so we can relax and recharge again soon. Mr Joe was so helpful. We have already recommended it to several of our family and friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a nice peaceful weekend. Everything was exactly how it was listed and pictured online. We definitely recommend this adorable cottage and we plan to visit again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

David R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Needs a deep clean, pink mold on shower curtain liner, brown mold in kitchen sink drains. Dead bugs in all light fixtures.Cute house, we definitely would pay more for it to be cleaner. Also towels stink.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

pamela y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin is very nice and clean. Has everything you need for the kitchen. We used the grill both nights as well as the kitchen. Joe is very nice and responsive. Looking forward to staying again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vernon C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peace and quiet. Thats what I was looking for. Everthing was great!I got a visit from the local beehive when I went out to my vehicle. I just want to mention that. They are curious. If you stay and they visit you, don't be afraid and don't swat. They are just visiting the closeby wildflowers. I think they just liked my white truck though..lol.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patti R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is lovely and convenient to three state parks. We hiked, saw waterfalls, and shopped at the mennonite community. After our activities we had this lovely little home to come back to. It was a perfect place to spend our anniversary. We hope to come back and visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

About the host

Hosted by Joe and Nancy Moffitt

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Joe and Nancy both grew up in this community. They went their separate ways, married, raised families, both became teachers, worked together, and their families shared a close friendship. Later in life, they reconnected after both were widowed, fell in love, decided to marry, and are enjoying a wonderful new experience in a new and exciting way. They enjoy hiking in the area and the quiet life that comes from living in the woods.

Why they chose this property

This small house is situated on 3 acres of a larger piece of property that once belonged to Joe's parents and one of his grandfathers. It has been a labor of love to clear the land and build the house.

What makes this property unique

We are the closest rental to the south entrance of Fall Creek Falls State Park (the most visited of all Tennessee's parks) where there is an array of outdoor activities such as golfing, boating, hiking, biking, swimming, tennis, etc. Our house is located in the woods, 1/4 mile off the Parkway (Hwy 284).

Fall Creek Falls Riding Stable is only 1/2 mile away. In addition, many other attractions are nearby. Canopy Challenge Course is located inside the park. Dead Zero Shooting Park, ISHA USA , Rock Island State Park, Burgess Falls State Park, the scenic Sequatchie Valley, and the unique offerings of the nearby Mennonite community are just a short drive away.

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