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Writers Cabin 4BR - opt Hot Tub/Hiking Trails
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8.8 out of 10
Excellent
4 bedrooms 3 bathrooms Sleeps 12 251.4 sq m
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Franklin, TN
- Place, The Factory19 min drive
- Place, CoolSprings Galleria27 min drive
- Place, Vanderbilt University41 min drive
- Airport, Nashville, TN (BNA-Nashville Intl.)51 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Garden
About this property
Writers Cabin 4BR - opt Hot Tub/Hiking Trails
Summary:
4 bedroom, 3 bath log cabin in a hardwood forest. Minutes from Franklin and Leipers Fork. Surrounded by Nature. Large wrap-around porch with old-time rocking chairs. Outside hottub ($100 set-up) has amazing sunset views. Hiking trails outside your door. Walk down hill to Lake Gratitude fro fishing and paddling. Organic farm tours with animals!
THE BASE PRICE IS FOR SIX (6) PERSONS. There is a $50/person/night additional charge for the number of persons over six.
The Space:
The Log House is a quaint and charming cabin located in the Big East Fork Valley nature preserve. The house has two large bedrooms upstairs (both with private bathrooms) and two bedrooms downstairs which share a bathroom. The living room, kitchen, and dining room are on the ground floor. Outside, there is a gorgeous old wraparound porch with rockers and a beautiful view of the woods. All occupants are required to write something, anything!
Guest Access:
Guest has access to the entire house except basement. All registered guest may visit Lake Gratitude and, by appointment, use watercraft provided by staff of the non-profit just down the hill.. Canoes, kayak, paddleboards, paddle boats, oars, lifejackets, and even bicycles are available (appointment required).
For those hankering for an authentic country experience, we have four 300 gallon mobile stock tank pools which can be filled with sweet spring water. Pools can be set up at any property as well as at the Overlook or a private pasture/forest clearing.
The Big East Fork Valley is a unique watershed and there are several unique areas for dipping in the natural waters of our Creek. Love Shack Falls runs best after a good rain. The upstream dipping hole is located along the Upper Creek Trail behind Lake Gratitude and the downstream dipping hole is a short walk away. Several sparse rocky beaches for sunning and catching crawfish, small fish, and other creek critter lie along the creek. Poisonous critters (water moccassins, cottonmouths, bees and wasps) and obnoxious plants (poison ivy, thorny, greenbriars) are present so do take necessary percautions. Walking along the creek is a very special experience for a couple or the entire family. Bring your creek shoes!
The Neighborhood:
This lodging is part of the Fork Inn, which lies at the beginning of a pristine creek within a gorgeous valley. All Fork Inn guests may walk around Lake Gratitude, explore miles of hiking trails and creek, and use our stock-tank pools at the farm shelter.
Enjoy biking, hiking, canoeing, massage, yoga and more! Nearby Big East Fork Farms downstream provides organic produce.
We are located 20 miles from downtown Nashville, 8 miles from historic Franklin (old time Main Street, fancy restaurants, boutique shopping), 7 miles from Leiper's Fork (Distillery tours, Fox & Locke Live Music - don't miss Thursday night's open mic) and light years away from the stress of city life. The Fork Inn is part of a 2000-acre Conservation easement and features a 8-acre lake, miles of creek, and many meadows and hiking trails. There is bicycle and walking access onto the scenic Natchez Trace Parkway within a mile. We are adjacent to the Center for Sustainable Stewardship with has many hiking trails, bicycles, and an organic farm. Meet Rosie the Donkey, Winston the cow, and the piggies !
Getting Around:
Uber and Lyft operates here, but a personal or rental car is recommended.
Other Things to Note:
The price quoted is for Lodging only. Events and/or Parties are NOT permitted without documented approval. The internet is via superfast fiberoptic. One night stays are not permitted on Saturday.
Interaction with Guests:
The Log House sits at the top of a small hill 5 miles from historic Leiper's Fork. The Center for Sustainable Stewardship is close by and always looking for new friends! We generally leave our guests alone, but may visit at appropriate time to say hello.
4 bedroom, 3 bath log cabin in a hardwood forest. Minutes from Franklin and Leipers Fork. Surrounded by Nature. Large wrap-around porch with old-time rocking chairs. Outside hottub ($100 set-up) has amazing sunset views. Hiking trails outside your door. Walk down hill to Lake Gratitude fro fishing and paddling. Organic farm tours with animals!
THE BASE PRICE IS FOR SIX (6) PERSONS. There is a $50/person/night additional charge for the number of persons over six.
The Space:
The Log House is a quaint and charming cabin located in the Big East Fork Valley nature preserve. The house has two large bedrooms upstairs (both with private bathrooms) and two bedrooms downstairs which share a bathroom. The living room, kitchen, and dining room are on the ground floor. Outside, there is a gorgeous old wraparound porch with rockers and a beautiful view of the woods. All occupants are required to write something, anything!
Guest Access:
Guest has access to the entire house except basement. All registered guest may visit Lake Gratitude and, by appointment, use watercraft provided by staff of the non-profit just down the hill.. Canoes, kayak, paddleboards, paddle boats, oars, lifejackets, and even bicycles are available (appointment required).
For those hankering for an authentic country experience, we have four 300 gallon mobile stock tank pools which can be filled with sweet spring water. Pools can be set up at any property as well as at the Overlook or a private pasture/forest clearing.
The Big East Fork Valley is a unique watershed and there are several unique areas for dipping in the natural waters of our Creek. Love Shack Falls runs best after a good rain. The upstream dipping hole is located along the Upper Creek Trail behind Lake Gratitude and the downstream dipping hole is a short walk away. Several sparse rocky beaches for sunning and catching crawfish, small fish, and other creek critter lie along the creek. Poisonous critters (water moccassins, cottonmouths, bees and wasps) and obnoxious plants (poison ivy, thorny, greenbriars) are present so do take necessary percautions. Walking along the creek is a very special experience for a couple or the entire family. Bring your creek shoes!
The Neighborhood:
This lodging is part of the Fork Inn, which lies at the beginning of a pristine creek within a gorgeous valley. All Fork Inn guests may walk around Lake Gratitude, explore miles of hiking trails and creek, and use our stock-tank pools at the farm shelter.
Enjoy biking, hiking, canoeing, massage, yoga and more! Nearby Big East Fork Farms downstream provides organic produce.
We are located 20 miles from downtown Nashville, 8 miles from historic Franklin (old time Main Street, fancy restaurants, boutique shopping), 7 miles from Leiper's Fork (Distillery tours, Fox & Locke Live Music - don't miss Thursday night's open mic) and light years away from the stress of city life. The Fork Inn is part of a 2000-acre Conservation easement and features a 8-acre lake, miles of creek, and many meadows and hiking trails. There is bicycle and walking access onto the scenic Natchez Trace Parkway within a mile. We are adjacent to the Center for Sustainable Stewardship with has many hiking trails, bicycles, and an organic farm. Meet Rosie the Donkey, Winston the cow, and the piggies !
Getting Around:
Uber and Lyft operates here, but a personal or rental car is recommended.
Other Things to Note:
The price quoted is for Lodging only. Events and/or Parties are NOT permitted without documented approval. The internet is via superfast fiberoptic. One night stays are not permitted on Saturday.
Interaction with Guests:
The Log House sits at the top of a small hill 5 miles from historic Leiper's Fork. The Center for Sustainable Stewardship is close by and always looking for new friends! We generally leave our guests alone, but may visit at appropriate time to say hello.
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
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Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed, service animals permitted
Charge may apply
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
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Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Franklin
Franklin is home to this holiday home. Paw Paw Theater and Franklin Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Westhaven Golf Club and Temple Hills Golf Course. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as canoeing.

Franklin, TN
What's nearby
- Franklin Theatre - 18 min drive - 17.9 km
- The Factory - 19 min drive - 19.6 km
- Edwin and Percy Warner Parks - 25 min drive - 27.7 km
- CoolSprings Galleria - 27 min drive - 27.4 km
- Vanderbilt University - 41 min drive - 48.2 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Leipers Fork Market - 14 min drive
- Fairview Country Cafe - 19 min drive
- Public House - 12 min drive
- Scout's Pub - 12 min drive
- Fox & Locke - 12 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Jonathan Oppenheimer

Lee Anne and Jonathan love be Stewards of our wonderful land so our guests may enjoy the beauty of the Big East Fork Valley. We are supporters and volunteers of the Center for Sustainable Stewardship and hope you will join us in helping to preserve our native Tennessee flora and fauna that inhabit this 5000 acre pristine watershed. Lee Anne is a pediatrician and Jonathan is a retired prostate pathologist. We arise early to enjoy the magical morning light and mists. You might see us riding our tandem bike along the road or volunteering at the farm store.
We look forward to your stay !
We look forward to your stay !
Why they chose this property
Old Tennessee charm with authentic rustic antique and actual portion of the historic Nashville Treaty Tree. An evening outside hot tub in the woods is an experience you wont forget. Short walk to our own Fork Henge. The Log Hiking Loop and Chestnut Trail are just outside your door. The old tyme wooden porch with rockers and forest view will take to back in time to simpler days and sooth your soul.
What makes this property unique
The lodging is part of a larger natural retreat. You will have access to shared common areas like Lake Gratitude and the Fork Inn Loop Trail. We are adjacent to Natchez Trace National Park (with bicycle access) and Big East Fork Retreat (hiking, canoeing, kayaking, sauna, hottub, fireplace socials, theatrical stage, music stage, movie theater). Minutes to historic Franklin (restaurants, history) and Leipers Fork (arts,music, antiques). Hike through gorgeous forest to hidden pond and organic farm. hiking trails. Horseback riding, personal chef, refrigerator stocking, yoga, and massage available by appointment. Watercraft and bicycles on loan from adjacent non-profit.
Close-by attractions include:
Center for Sustainable Stewardship
Lake Gratitude Nature Sanctuary and Hiking Trails
Timberlands Park
Natchez Trace National Parkway
Big East Fork Farms (McKinney Farm, Brandt Aquaculture and Mushroomery Farm, Dr Zo's Fluffy Butt Chicken Ranch)
Fox and Locke’s country music venue
Kimbro's Bar and Music venue
Leipers Fork Distillery
Antique Shoppes
Fine restaurants and shopping in Franklin
Civil War Battlefields and History (Carnton Plantation, Travellers Rest)
Close-by attractions include:
Center for Sustainable Stewardship
Lake Gratitude Nature Sanctuary and Hiking Trails
Timberlands Park
Natchez Trace National Parkway
Big East Fork Farms (McKinney Farm, Brandt Aquaculture and Mushroomery Farm, Dr Zo's Fluffy Butt Chicken Ranch)
Fox and Locke’s country music venue
Kimbro's Bar and Music venue
Leipers Fork Distillery
Antique Shoppes
Fine restaurants and shopping in Franklin
Civil War Battlefields and History (Carnton Plantation, Travellers Rest)
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