Welcome to walkable, middle-of-the-action Ridgedale!
We are properly zoned and permitted with the City of Chattanooga to operate as a Short-Term Rental - unlike most other listings in the city. It’s good karma to stay with us!
Relax in the neighborhood at our numerous parks and playgrounds, grab a beverage at a nearby cafe, visit animals at the zoo, or do some antique shopping at local favorites.
You will stay in an apartment at the rear of our house which has its own private entrance. Our house was built in the early 1900s and has lived many lives (once a boarding house, then halfway house, Make-A-Wish Foundation offices, and most recently a church!). We enjoyed renovating this house to both some old glory and new function. We lived here for almost three years. It has loads of period details and charm but comes with some drawbacks of an older home. The floors creak and the windows can be drafty. The house has central air conditioning and heat but shares a system with the other apartment. The living room has a window unit that can provide heat and AC. Please do not adjust the floor vents. Let us know if you need further adjustments to the air temperature, we can adjust it remotely.
Enjoy easy, off-street parking via the alley behind Willow House. There are two apartments within Willow House. Please be mindful of noise so as not to disturb guests in the other apartment during your stay.
Enjoy easy, off-street parking via the alley behind Willow House. Climb 3 steps to enter the rear stoop, where you'll find the guest door with a door lock keypad. Enter your unique code to enter into a large, fully-stocked kitchen.
Prepare delicious meals with the stainless steel appliances and ample counter space or enjoy takeout from multiple downtown options. The kitchen flows to the living space with cozy seating, desk space, and flat screen TV. Note that the only bathroom is on this level. Enjoy complimentary Public Goods shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and lotion.
You will find two bedrooms upstairs after ~18 steps. To the right is a bedroom with queen bed and separate twin daybed. To the left is a single queen bedroom. Both rooms have large closets, windows with blinds and curtains, and window units that supply both air conditioning and heat. All mattresses are comfy memory foam and beds have Turkish fabric on the custom headboards.
The vestibule outside the bedrooms offers a full length mirror, extra linens, water carafe, and some often forgotten toiletry items. We aim to make your stay as comfortable as possible!
You will share the house with our family but have your own entrance and are welcome to enjoy as much privacy as you want. You do not have access to laundry in the basement but accommodations can be made for longer stays.
Willow House is 5 minutes from downtown and nearby I-24 and I-75. Off-street parking is available via the alley behind the house.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view
Parking available
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Frequently asked questions
Is Historic Restoration, Central location, Pet & Family Friendly, No Pet Fee! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Historic Renovated House, Kid-Friendly, Walkable Neighborhood?
As of 7 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Renovated House, Kid-Friendly, Walkable Neighborhood on 10 May 2026 start from AU$373, 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 Historic Restoration, Central location, Pet & Family Friendly, No Pet Fee!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Historic Restoration, Central location, Pet & Family Friendly, No Pet Fee!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Historic Restoration, Central location, Pet & Family Friendly, No Pet Fee!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Historic Restoration, Central location, Pet & Family Friendly, No Pet Fee! located?
Located in Ridgedale, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Chattanooga National Cemetery and CHI Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga. Chattanooga Zoo and Memorial Hospital are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Wonderful host with great communication and a beautiful property! Loved the convenience, easy check in and out, and the great price for family comfort versus a hotel.
We loved the house! It worked great for our family of six. It was close to downtown and within walking distance to a coffee shop and a couple of shops. I loved how easy it was to check out too.
Nice, clean and comfortable property. As they indicate in their listing it is on a busy street.They welcome pets and there is a nice yard for pets to get outside under supervision.Home is well cared for. The bedrooms are upstairs and the bathroom is on the first level which is good to be aware of.Easy drive to the areas of Chattanooga you want to visit.Very responsive and easy to communicate with.
Beautiful historic home. The owners were beyond kind and helpful. Location was great and plenty of space. Kitchen was equipped with all your cooking needs. Would recommend this home to any traveling family
Lovely little house, easy check in process, and host checked in on us for any needs. Had a great time. Street noise was there, but honestly when the AC unit started the white noise got me right to sleep. Great time
We loved this space! Yes, the place is on the back of the owners house but you have your privacy! The place is well stocked and very homey! If you are visiting Chattanooga, this is a great place to stay!
My husband and I recently took a well-needed trip to Chattanooga. Melissa greatly contributed to our enjoyable stay by providing everything necessary for a comfortable experience. The attractions we had planned to visit during our stay were conveniently located in the central area.
Mistique W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2025
Yes, hard to beat our location to access most of Chattanooga’s attractions. Glad you had a nice experience with us, Mistique, hope to see you again sometime! We’ll leave a light on for you :-)
The house was beautiful and clean. The hosts were attentive and checked in with us once or twice to make sure we were comfortable and had everything we needed. The kitchen was well stocked and there was even a basket in the hall of often forgotten essential items. Very thoughtful! We would definitely stay here again.
Fantastic restoration w ample room. Very neat, clean & comfortable. Convenient access to downtown.
MLC M.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Apr 2024
Glad you enjoyed your stay with us, Larry! We've put a lot of work into this big old house and we love sharing it with guests like yourself. We hope to see you again sometime, we'll leave a light on for you :-)
Nice remodeled 2 bedroom home in Chattanooga. Not far from just about anything you would want to do in the area. Pet friendly.
Dennis A.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 May 2024
It's hard to be our location! Thank you Dennis for your review and it was a pleasure hosting you! Hope to see you again sometime, we'll leave a light on for you :-)
About the host
Hosted by Melissa Graveline
Hi there! We are a busy young family with roots in Alabama and Ohio and recent stints in Brooklyn, New York and Portland, Oregon. Melissa is an Architect and Kurt is a Landscape Architect.
When not designing at our day jobs, we love exploring Chattanooga with our 4-year old daughter, Camelia, and 6 year old Doxipoo, Maple.
We bought and renovated this 100-year old house in early 2022. Melissa loves the old charm of the house and tastefully accentuated it in the renovations. And Kurt is slowly but surely bringing back the beauty to the exterior of the old home. We hope you like what we've done with it!
Please let us know if there is anything we can do to make your stay more enjoyable.
Why they chose this property
We have a shared love and passion for old walkable neighborhoods. Ridgedale and our the adjacent neighborhood, Highland Park, are a couple of the most historic, diverse, and walkable parts of Chattanooga. We're invested in this part of the city and want to see it continue to thrive and we love sharing it with visitors.
What makes this property unique
We cover every imaginable detail. If you forgot something at home, we have it ready and waiting here for you!
Languages:
English
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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests