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Historic Mid-Century Modern Gem

Holiday home in Knoxville with kitchen and balcony

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House was built in 1948-49 by famed architect James W. Fitzgibbon.
Exterior is stacked marble and steel struts.
The Daniel House is on the National Register of Historic Places!
Side view
The courtyard in front of the house!

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 4241.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Knoxville, TN
  • Place, Fort Loudoun Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Tennessee
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Three Rivers Rambler
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Historic Mid-Century Modern Gem

This one-of-a-kind mid-century modern gem is on the National Register of Historic Places. Nestled on a wooded private lot, it has an open floor plan with a stone fireplace, marble floors, built-ins, and is only minutes from downtown. Called the Daniel House, this unique house was built in 1948 and is a wonderful example of mid-century modern architecture.

Uniquely built into a hillside from salvaged Quonset hut structural supports, the house is only 10 minutes to downtown Knoxville (and the stadium) but offers a lot of privacy due to the wooded lot. Guests will love the distinctive architectural features and its use of indigenous local materials, including the marble slab walls and floors. There is a Quenn-sized Tempurapedic bed in the master bedroom and also a queen in the guest bedroom. A 50" flat screen TV with DVD player, cable, and wireless internet is also provided. The house is complete with all amenities, including a fully equipped kitchen, washer and dryer, and a garage for your car. Plus, when you arrive you will find plenty of soda, water, coffee, tea, and goodies awaiting you!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children welcome
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Non smoking only
No parties, please!!! Please do not move furniture or objects, but if you MUST, please put them back before you check out. No animals allowed.

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Knoxville

Knoxville is home to this holiday home. Tyson Family Tennis Center and Goodfriend Tennis Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore High Ground Park and Ijams Nature Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Thompson–Boling Arena or Neyland Stadium.
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Knoxville, TN

What's nearby

  • Fort Loudoun Lake - 3 min drive - 4.1 km
  • University of Tennessee - 3 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Three Rivers Rambler - 4 min drive - 5.4 km
  • University of Tennessee Gardens - 4 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Thompson–Boling Arena - 6 min drive - 7.1 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Daily Grind - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Silvia's Mexican Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪UT Medical Center Cafeteria - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Love That BBQ - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Mid-Century Modern Gem pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Mid-Century Modern Gem?

As of 16 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Mid-Century Modern Gem on 17 Nov 2025 start from AU$698.99, 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 Mid-Century Modern Gem?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Mid-Century Modern Gem?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Mid-Century Modern Gem?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Mid-Century Modern Gem located?

Situated in Knoxville, this holiday home is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from S.S. Sultana Memorial and 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from University of Tennessee. Fort Loudoun Lake and High Ground Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ann E.

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

Very unique

Our family stayed at the Daniel house while doing a campus visit at UTK. The home was very close to campus and had all we could ask for in amenities. Candace was super easy to communicate with. If our son decides UTK is his choice for college, we will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

JOE S.

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

partners in town!

A beautiful stay... thoroughly enjoyed....used as a workspace and so convenient to the airport and downtown!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen C.

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

Incredible place to stay

If you enjoy renting a house when traveling this home is a MUST!!! From the time you wake up until you fall asleep th
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

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

August weekend stay

Incredibly beautiful house. Wonderful place to just sit and talk with family or friends for hours.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg W.

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

Stunning Knoxville Mid Century Modern Gem

The Daniel house is so specail. It brings you back in time and it just put me, my wife and our 2 guests in a state of relaxation and peace. The site itself is tucked away and even though you're a stones throw away from downtown Knoxville it feels like your in the country. Every time I walked around I found amazingly crafted details (being an Architecture graduate and developer I guess adds to my nerdiness) that I marveled at. The owner had a binder that had articles of how this building came to existance. I think I spent an entire afternoon alone reading about the houses history. As far as the condition of the house, it was very clean and well maintained. I highly recommend staying at the Daniel House and so glad we chose this is our lodging destination while in Knoxville.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrina M.

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

Great Place and Great Location

This place was truly unique! We really appreciated the architecture of the house! Very quiet area and all the windows in the house allowed us to appreciate the landscape. The house is close to UT and the airport. That was perfect for us because we had an event at UT and we needed to get our friends to the airport. Great place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samuel M.

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

Mid-Century Masterpiece

What an amazing vibe to stay in such a uniquely rare and historic setting! Our host recommended spending time at Market square during our visit and it didn’t disappoint! Knoxville is a beautiful place to visit and this place was icing on the cake! Hope to stay there again!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

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

Beautiful

Enjoyed it! So much room to spread out. Nicely decorated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

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

Weekend Stay

The house was so cool. Loved the architecture and furnishings. Very peaceful setting!!! Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas S.

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

Wonderful stay

I have stayed in no less than 50 vrbo’s throughout the country and this place is an absolute gem for the Knoxville area. Minutes from everywhere, the home provides a unique space for entertaining, working or just simply relaxing. Daniel House with its updated utilities juxtaposed to its Warhol-ish design is the perfect dinner party setting. Saturdays next fall should be magical. If able, you should definitely plan your trip to Knoxville around DanielHouse’s availability. Five stars.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catharine A.

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

Unique property, very serene.

Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Layne S.

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

Lovely New Year’s Weekend

Unique home - thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michele D.

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

Unique house - great accommodations

The house is very special. It has lots of space and everything you need as a home away from home. My family enjoyed the fabulous design and attentive things the owner left for us. Everything worked out great.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey J., Bernalillo (Albuquerque area), New Mexico

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

Well located, unique and fun

I hoped that the house would be as interesting and fun as it looked in the photos and we were not disappointed. One of the most unique VRBO’s that I have stayed in. We were going to a football game at UT and it is very close and convenient to the campus. We had a lot of fun at the house and will stay again on our next trip to Knoxville. Candace was very responsive as we had a few questions when we arrived. Nothing came up where we needed her later, which was good news.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

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

A perfect retreat.

This home was perfect for a weekend in Knoxville. We enjoyed the midcentury charm. The home has multiple sitting areas both inside and outside. We look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrie H., Memphis

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

Beautiful property

We were in town to move my daughter into her dorm at UTK and wanted to add a little magic to the trip. This house is gorgeous and so close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel T.

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

Amazing Unique Property

This was really a one-of-a-kind property in a beautiful location. Everything was beautifully decorated and modern. It felt like one of those houses you see in the movies. It's nice that the owner includes a lot of material to read about the house, how it was built and just a lot of the history of the house. This is a gem, and I would definitely stay again if I'm in the Knnoxville area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen F.

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

Exceptional property on the historic register

This property was an unexpected gem in the heart of Knoxville. Even though it is so close to town, the property is secluded and quiet. We thoroughly enjoyed the architecture and the amenities. Most probably, we will stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl L.

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

Beautiful home .... great location close to UTK. Perfect landing for our Thanksgiving week!

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Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

sharon w., Fair Oaks Ranch

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

Daniel House

This is a very unique property and it lived up to my expectations. Sometimes property doesn’t live up to the photos, but that was not the case. A very unique house and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charles H.

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

Unique historical home

We enjoyed the home! Much better than a few hotel rooms. Period furniture adds to the experience. We are already booked to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

James P.

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

Mid-Century Classic

We really enjoyed the unique home with such great history. Lots of unusual touches and fun spaces. This is not a usual place to stay so be prepared for some quirks.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

4/10 Poor

Katherine C.

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

This home did not feel safe for me as a believer

I did not enjoy staying here. There were images in the property and items that did not make me feel comfortable. I requested a refund as I checked out the following day and have yet to receive anything back from the property owner and from VRBO.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Samera M E.

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

Utk parents weekend

We had a great experience. The house was really clean and spacious. The host was amazing! We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

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

Midcentury Modern Dream House

We absolutely loved staying here! It's such a unique house, and is well taken care of. The furnishings were beautiful, comfortable, and fit the architectural style perfectly. It felt a bit like we had stepped back in time, but brought modern amenities with us. My kids loved this house as well. They barely noticed themselves unplugging from their tablets and instead exploring different areas of the house, inside and outside, especially the little storage loft! The house has such interesting history and we loved reading all about it in the articles Candace left out. We stayed here because we wanted to explore a new city. Knoxville was great, and if we have the opposite to return, we hope to stay at the Daniel house again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

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