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Deer Run - Hidden Gem Where You Can Enjoy Woods, Wildlife, and Gardens

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A dining area with a glass-top table, chairs, and a ceiling fan.
A modern living space with a kitchen, dining area, and seating area.
A bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, and built-in shelving.
Entering the Guest Cottage. Glad you could come visit!
A park with a pond, a gazebo, and tulips.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • A quiet escape
    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Hernando, MS
  • Place, DeSoto County Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, First Regional Library
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Hernando Dog Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Memphis, TN (MEM-Memphis Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Deer Run - Hidden Gem Where You Can Enjoy Woods, Wildlife, and Gardens

Deer Run is close to Memphis,TN, I-55, restaurants and dining, great views. This recently renovated spacious, 750+ sq ft open floor plan cottage that is good for retirees, couples, solo adventurers, and business travelers alike.The cottage is full of light. You almost feel like you are in a treehouse when you look out the many windows. We look forward to sharing our 10 acre property in this semi-secluded rural setting. Wheelchair accessible, with a ramp to the front door and a large open Bathroom for easy maneuverability. There is a comfy 12 inch memory foam queen size bed, a sofa that can be used as a single, and a queen sized air mattress available upon request.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights
Leave the Cottage unlocked and leave the keys on the sofa table. Thank you!
Turn the HVAC to AC in warm weather to 75. Heat in cold weather to 65. Thank you!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please do not enter any of the outbuildings without permission

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4442205
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
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

Hernando

Located in Hernando, this cottage is in the city centre. DeSoto County Museum and BankPlus Amptheater at Snowden Grove are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include T. Burma Hobbs Park and White Ash Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Landers Center or Snowden Grove Amphitheater. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching, wildlife walks and ecotours.
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Hernando, MS

What's nearby

  • DeSoto County Museum - 2 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Hernando Sports and Track - 3 min drive - 3.9 km
  • First Regional Library - 3 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Hernando City Hall - 3 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Hernando Dog Park - 4 min drive - 5.7 km

Getting around

  • Memphis International Airport (MEM) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Blind Alley Bayou - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Deer Run - Hidden Gem Where You Can Enjoy Woods, Wildlife, and Gardens pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Deer Run - Hidden Gem Where You Can Enjoy Woods, Wildlife, and Gardens?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Deer Run - Hidden Gem Where You Can Enjoy Woods, Wildlife, and Gardens?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Deer Run - Hidden Gem Where You Can Enjoy Woods, Wildlife, and Gardens?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Deer Run - Hidden Gem Where You Can Enjoy Woods, Wildlife, and Gardens located?

Located in the heart of Hernando, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of DeSoto County Museum, Hernando Sports and Track and Church Park. First Regional Library and Hernando City Hall are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was simple This is a great budget friendly getaway location. It’s close to the small town with great local restaurantsIt’s quiet clean and is stocked to enjoy time without leaving the locationWe grilled on day and cooked in the kitchen the next
Nice porch with a swing !
Looking around the property
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time here! It’s very peaceful and relaxing. Everything was convenient locally. We would definitely come back! The Host was great to communicate quickly. We enjoyed seeing the many birds and animals around here.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarina F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, had everything we needed. Perfect for the two of us. Coffee on the front porch. Peaceful and close to town. Ruth was an excellent host. She answered any questions and answered them with a quick response. Really enjoyed watching the sun rise each morning.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

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

Excellent property

My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. It is nicely decorated and spotlessly clean with everything you need for a relaxing stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Veronica H.

Great Country location

Not far from Memphis, easy to find, great get away stop.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
I'm so glad that you had a relaxing time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronald H.

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

Excellent, Clean, and Safe

We really enjoyed our stay and appreciated so much the layout. The entire facility was just what we wanted and was near to shopping centers and restaurants. We will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Dec 2022
I am so glad that you enjoyed your stay. I look forward to your return visit to the Cottage at Deer Run! Ruth
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Lovely

Everything was clean new and well decorated. We we were close to everything and had a lovely stay. Would use this place again when in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

Nice place to stay in the country

Deer Run is a nice place to stay in the country. While also convenient to Wal-Mart, Kroger, etc. And an easy drive into Memphis. Enjoyed our visit to Memphis thoroughly:)
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
I'm so glad you had a pleasant time! Thanks for leaving the place in such wonderful condition! I hope you will come and visit again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

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

Nice Cottage

The owner is very friendly and easy to work with. I have stayed multiple times and each time the cottage has been clean and ready to go.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov 2022
Thanks! I’m glad that you have been able to use the Cottage as your “2nd home” during your transition. We’ve tried to make the place comfortable for all of our guest. But it is wonderful to hear from someone who has been in and out over the past several months that we consistently hitting the mark! We look forward to your future stays!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Renita B.

Great little place! Clean with everything you need.

Great little cottage with a woodsy feel but very close to everything! Clean with everything you need! Very gracious owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay! See you soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Holly B.

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

Beautiful quiet place to stay

This was the perfect place for my and my husband to have a little getaway. Very clean and spacious and had everything we needed for our stay. We loved all the big windows to watch the deer running and feeding in the woods. Not far at all from the landers center which is what sold us on it. Would love to stay again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Melissa T.

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

Wonderful Cottage

My mom and I were in town to visit some friends and had an amazing time at the cottage!!! Ruby was in constant contact with me and very polite. Already looking to book my next stay here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Randi A.

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

Convenient location.

My husband and I have ties in the Hernando/Memphis area so visit each year. We stayed at Deer Run for 12 nights. The location worked perfectly for easy access to surrounding communities as well as Hernando. It was quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin R.

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

Excellent get away

Ruth is amazing. Clean, comfortable, and very private. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Oct 2020
I’m so glad you had a relaxing time. Come back and visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle R.

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

Very nice!

The guest house was clean and spacious enough for my husband and I.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen F.

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

Wonderful!

This was our third stay here. We love this quiet beautiful location. The cottage has everything you could need and is so cozy and comfortable. Love it here! We'll be back. 😃
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alicia R.

All the comforts of home

Perfect distance from Memphis. Plenty of things to do in between. We found everything we needed to stay for a weekend getaway. The memory foam bed sleeps amazing. Owners directions and suggestions were spot on. We very much enjoyed our time at Deer Run.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 18 June 2020
I'm so thankful that you had an enjoyable time at Deer Run. It was a pleasure to host you for your stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chanda M.

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

Just what the doctor ordered!

I needed a break from my life. A sabbatical! The peace and quiet was perfect. The house was comfortable with little added touches that made me feel like a guest. I’ll definitely be coming again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Paige P.

Deer Run was gorgeous in all ways! Even more pretty in the fall so we were lucky!

When you drive up to Deer Run you are greeted by friendly dogs of the owner. We loved this “home away from home” feel! The cottage is a good size and has everything you could possibly need! We stayed for 5 days and enjoyed every second! Ruth was very kind and answered any questions we had. Our favorite part was the view from the bedroom windows! So pretty to see the woods and leaves falling! We loved this place and can’t give it a high enough rating!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar 2020
You were a joy to have and I'm so glad that you enjoyed your stay. The dogs enjoyed your visit as well!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen C.

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

A cozy and enchanting place close to so much!

When I found Deer Run online, I instantly fell in love. My husband and I are both nature lovers and this was the perfect little getaway we needed. The cottage is so cozy and inviting. It has everything you need and then some. It's tucked away, yet close and accessible to so much. Ruth and Simon were very kind and helpful. On Sunday, three does and a fawn came through the yard and one of our favorite mem
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Sept 2023
I am so thrilled that your stay ended up being what you needed. Really enjoyed meeting the two of you and hope you can come back and visit again! Ruth
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cokie A.

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

Hernando Hideaway

It's hard to believe this tranquil property in the woods is just 5 minutes from restaurants and stores, but there it is. Wonderfully relaxed and comfortable, just perfect for a couple or a single traveller. Our favorite thing was watching fireflies in the evening. Kitchen is well equipped with everything you need to eat in as much as you like. We'll definitely return when we come to visit family in the area. Ruth is a very gracious and responsive host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

leah ,.

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

Quiet retreat

Overall great location, if looking for peace and quiet and closeness to nature. My only issue, is that the level of cleanliness could have been better. There was much need for dusting (especially book shelf area), dirty area rug, microwave and refrigerator still had food crumbs, pet hair/human hair on furniture and bedding. Otherwise, was good. Pleasant host.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 May 2021
I’m glad you enjoyed your stay. I tried out a new cleaning crew. I won’t use them again. Thanks for letting me know.
Verified

8/10 Good

Erica S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Cute cottage

The place was adorable and very close to everything you'd need. I loved the concrete flooring and the tall open windows. Ruth did a great job trying to think of everything you'd need. The shower, refrigerator, and kitchen appliances could use some extra attention as far as cleanliness is concerned. The bathroom shower mat and shower curtain have seen better days. The fridge needed to be cleaned and there was old coffee in the pot. I'm being picky. The main reason I like using VRBO is the privacy you get compared to other platforms or hotels. There appeared to be construction/other work happening while we there, so there were alot of cars and foot traffic. As a result, I didnt take advantage of the porch (also insanely hot weather), leaving the window coverings open, or exploring the grounds. But that was my decision. I think it would be more accurate to say that the main house, just across the driveway from the cottage, overlooks the beautiful pond. The cottage overlooks another structure beside the main house (where much of the work was occurring), although the pond can be seen from the cottage itself. All just footsteps away. I didn't expect all of the structures to be situated so closely, so I was disappointed in the lack of "privacy" that I had expected as it felt like more of a shared space even though we had the cottage to ourselves. Ruth was very responsive and respectful of our privacy. Overall, we had great stay at the cottage.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2023
Hi Erica! I am so sorry you had a bad experience. Not that it excuses any of it, but you came at a time when we had several things happening at the same time. My cleaning service sent out a maid they thought was trained for a first cleaning on her own and you got the results. We’ve been having construction that should have been completed prior to your arrival but as with all construction, didn’t run on time. My son was moving out and had things and people around that normally are not here. We usually have a very quiet peaceful life around here. That’s why I opened my ----------- for people to enjoy that serenity. I am so sorry that you weren’t able to enjoy that during your stay. I can not change any of that. Please come back and try us again. Ruth
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aldrick W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as advertised. No one could ask me more than that, and, coincidentally, it was only five minutes from the venue that hosted our purpose for visiting Hernando. We visit this area at least twice a year, and we would hope that this property would be available for future visits.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jen F.

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

Comfy Cottage!

Ruth’s cottage has all the comforts of home. We love the spaciousness & details she has added to make this cute mini home very welcoming. Thanks again Ruth! I’m sure we’ll be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Ruth P Schwartz

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I'm a caregiver to my mother and son. I have a degree in Culinary Arts which use to cook for my family and friends. We have four cats and two very friendly dogs. I enjoy going to the symphony, plays, movies, art showings, and being close to nature. I've been known to create stained glass, jewelry, and weld. My mom was an avid gardener at one time and hopefully you will see the splendor of her labor in our gardens. I'm getting ready to start some raised bed vegetable gardens this Spring. So I'm hoping to have the fruits of my labor to share with my guest. My top shows are: Outlander (books and TV), Game of Thrones (again books and TV), The Americans, Orphan Black, and Poldark.

Why they chose this property

Deer Run is very close to everything that you need, but we are tucked away. We have a pond with a gazebo to sit and enjoy nature. When you look out of some of the windows in the Guest Cottage, you feel like you are up in a treehouse. The woods are very close to the property. It is a very serene setting.

What makes this property unique

I fell in love with this property from the moment I drove up the tree lined driveway. I built the Guest Cottage with lots of huge windows so that you could feel like you were outside. Birds and deer come to visit. We have occasionally seen foxes and a bobcat. There is a table on the front porch where you can sit and have coffee. Deer Run is a short drive from Memphis, TN and everything it has to offer. Dining. Museums. Nightlife. Beale Street. Basketball. Elvis. Graceland. Botanical Gardens. Arboretum. Festivals. Sun Studio. Gibson Guitor Factory. Parks. Forest. Theatre. Symphony. Opera.

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