Located in Whitwell, this lodge is in the city centre and on a river. Dunlap Coke Ovens Park and Museum and Signal Point are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include The Pumpkin Patch and Harris Park.
Powell's Crossroads City Hall - 13 min drive - 13.0 km
Tennessee River - 15 min drive - 16.1 km
Tennessee Aquarium - 28 min drive - 32.6 km
Chattanooga Convention Center - 28 min drive - 33.0 km
University of Tennessee at Chattanooga - 28 min drive - 33.0 km
Getting around
Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan) - 40 min drive
Restaurants
Subway - 31 min drive
Hardee's - 17 min drive
Rallo's Bar And Grill - 16 min drive
Rusty & Jill’s - 18 min drive
Cafe On 28 - 19 min drive
About this property
4th Weeknight Free in Jan. & Feb. 2024! 20 min. From Downtown Chattanooga!
Convenient to everything.... but a million miles away. Just 20 min. from downtown Chattanooga, this 5 bedroom 5.5 bath home is located high atop Walden's Ridge near Signal Mountain and The Tennessee River. Gorgeous Mountain Retreat is complete with wrap around decks, indoor and outdoor fireplace, Full Kitchen, Dining, and Living Space and all the amenities to ensure you never want to leave! The Game & Movie Room on the lower level provides plenty of entertainment for the kids and kids at heart in your group! High ceilings and exposed beam work create a warm open lodge atmosphere.
WE DO NOT ALLOW pets AT THIS LISTING under any circumstances. This includes service dogs.
Rates are based on an occupancy of 8 persons. Additional charge of $15 per additional guest per night apply.
Be sure to check out listings #1280202 and # 920261, Serene Mountain Retreat and Sparrows Nest. These quaint cabins are the sister properties to Gorgeous Mountain Retreat and can be rented in combination with Gorgeous Mountain Retreat for large reunions and/or retreats.
Parking for guest renting Gorgeous Mountain Retreat ONLY is limited to 4 cars. Please do not park on the grass or pull through the yard.
No Smoking, Vaping or illicit drug use, some of these items leave smells that are near impossible to remove. Your deposit will be withheld if use is detected.
Note*
Dear Considering Guest,
We have been blessed to deal with wonderful guest over the past 10 years.
Unfortunately we have dealt with a few entitled and demanding guest over the course of time as well.
We thought it would be best to communicate this in advance of your stay. We are more than happy to host you and as always will go above and beyond to ensure your stay is wonderful. Just read our reviews! However if you are the type that cannot be satisfied, then we simply ask that you consider renting elsewhere. We’re not your average push overs :-)
Happy Trails, Tony and Susan
House Rules
Check in after 3:30 PM
Check out before 10:30 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
Please save energy by turning out the lights before heading out for the day’s adventures!!
No Drugs- If we suspect them we will call the police.
We live close by and keep a close watch on this property.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 663364vb
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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock
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
Frequently asked questions
Is 4th Weeknight Free in Jan. & Feb. 2024! 20 min. From Downtown Chattanooga! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at 4th Weeknight Free in Jan. & Feb. 2024! 20 min. From Downtown Chattanooga!?
As of 22 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 4th Weeknight Free in Jan. & Feb. 2024! 20 min. From Downtown Chattanooga! on 14 Dec 2026 start from AU$1,461, 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 4th Weeknight Free in Jan. & Feb. 2024! 20 min. From Downtown Chattanooga!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 4th Weeknight Free in Jan. & Feb. 2024! 20 min. From Downtown Chattanooga!?
Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.
What time is check-out at 4th Weeknight Free in Jan. & Feb. 2024! 20 min. From Downtown Chattanooga!?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is 4th Weeknight Free in Jan. & Feb. 2024! 20 min. From Downtown Chattanooga! located?
Located in the heart of Whitwell, this lodge is 5.5 mi (8.9 km) from Crossroads Park and within 12 miles (20 km) of Powell's Crossroads City Hall and Tennessee River. Whitwell City Hall and Walden Town Hall are also within 12 miles (20 km).
4th Weeknight Free in Jan. & Feb. 2024! 20 min. From Downtown Chattanooga! Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We enjoyed our stay. The house and property was beautiful. My husband and I were able to have a wonderful family vacation with our 3 grown children, and their families. Plenty of room for everyone. Will definitely come back,
One of our best vacations ever - terrific hosts, terrific accommodations, terrific location and terrific Chattanooga attractions! Overall, terrific. Would recommend to others.
Let me start out with the house is nice, its just needs some care to get it to being great. The biggest problem we had, which after reading other reviews was mentioned is that the house is not entirely kid friendly. The wood floor is splintering and has chunks missing and there are nails coming up all over the house and stairs. We took care of a few of them after a few unfortunate instances. Crawlers be alert. I would also caution to be aware that the house is only about 15 feet off the road, so there is very little places for the kids to safely play and the ticks in the yard were terrible. The kids would sit down once and come back in with 3 or more ticks on them. Overall, the house was very nice and accommodated our group of 5 couples and a few kids very well. The house was extremely clean and just needs some touch ups to make sure it’s completely family friendly, which I did provide the hosts with a few things. I would also say make sure you watch the trash cans, the animals can go around the cords keeping it closed.
Beautiful home tucked away on a mountain road. Nicely decorated, well stocked, comfortable beds and a great fireplace with wood provided, all made for a wonderful stay to catch up with long time friends.
We had a wonderful stay at this mountain house. We were close enough to the downtown Chattanooga area to go do things, but far enough away to be in a quiet area.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Jerrilyn S.
7 Sept 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
The house is generally nice. The great-room is much smaller than it looks in the photos, but it worked okay for 5 of us. The bedrooms are good sized. The 5th bedroom is actually a game room with a bunk bed in it, but it does have its own bathroom. That bathroom and the other one in the basement in the 4th bedroom were a bit of a problem. Both those bathrooms have showers in tubs that you need to climb into. The one in the 4th bedroom is a claw foot tub. It was very difficult to get in to, and to stand in. There is nowhere to put soap or shampoo. I ended up using the shower in one of the other bathrooms because I felt mine wasn't very safe. They look cute, but aren't very practical. There weren't any towel bars either or anywhere for me to put my things in the bathroom. It only had a small pedestal sink. A table of some kind would help. There were several lightbulbs burnt out. The smoke detector in my bedroom was missing. There were just wires hanging from the ceiling. The directions posted in the home should be updated. Between the instructions in the house and the instructions I received at check-in time their is conflicting information. The garbage cans outside should be replaced. They are plastic. Animals have chewed them up. There is a warning in the house about containing garbage carefully or losing your damage deposit, but the cans make that hard.We enjoyed our stay, but feel maintenance is lacking.
What a great place to be still and reflect. Quiet, peaceful and yet close enough to get out and enjoy nature and the city. Highly recommend this place.
We really enjoyed this property. The house was beautiful and had more than enough room for our family of eight. It was very clean and comfy and the atmosphere was just what we wanted. The house also had everything we needed for our stay. Thank you for your hospitality!
We enjoyed the kitchen as well as eating in Chattanooga at some nice restaurants. It was about a 30 minute drive and we spent a lot of time in the city. The house was very comfortable. All the beds and bathrooms were well equipped and nicely done. We played some of the board games that were provided by our host and had a wonderful time!
This is our second stay at the property. I wouldn’t hesitate to stay again. It’s perfect for a group. Host is very responsive and helpful. All of their efforts are very much appreciated. It’s a beautiful place.
We had a family vacation with 7 adults and 4 children. Everyone had ample space, the kids enjoyed playing outside and with the provided games. Host responded quickly to small issue and corrected it.
A great property for our three generation family Christmas in January. There was even a beautifully decorated tree in the living room. With three levels, there was plenty of space for eight adults and three toddlers. The fireplace was an added bonus
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Archival
8/10 Good
heather m.
10 June 2016
Lovely home
Lovely home, great set up for multiple families. Spacious rooms and great bathrooms. Well furnished but could use a cookie sheet or baking pan in the kitchen. Was hoping for something a little more secluded feeling and further off the road, but road is relatively quiet. Overall I would recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2016
Verified review
8/10 Good
Laura C.
10 Dec 2018
Lots of room for all of us, 6 adults and 2 kids!
The cabin was spacious and already decorated for Christmas when we arrived, which was a nice touch. Would have like to had extra blankets as the basement bedroom didn't heat very well and extra towels would have been a plus as well. I would recommend this property for large groups looking for a peaceful getaway.
Overall we had a great stay! We loved the accommodations as each couple had their own room and bathroom. This home is on top of a mountain and has wonderful views very nearby. The only problem we had was poor communication with the host. We reached out a few times before our stay and once during and never heard back. Would recommend this home to any large family or group looking for a quite rustic stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Allie D.
16 Apr 2017
Amazing Trip!
We LOVED this home! We had so much space inside the house with 4 adults and 6 kids under age 7! It was a perfect location also with not much traffic and space outside to play! The owners were amazing and accommodating and such a blessing! We will back for sure!!!!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Michele S.
5 May 2016
The pictures don't do it justice!
Wow! What a beautiful home! Perfect spot for a girl's weekend, or family getaway. Plenty of amenities, easy drive to downtown Chattanooga, nearby grocery options. We LOVED the front porch fireplace! Owners super responsive and easy to work with. Would definitely come back!