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Millstone Retreat / basement walk-out Apt. w/a private entrance/driveway & pool

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The Millstone Retreat
Private entrance with code
The covered patio
Private entrance
First drive way is all yours!!!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 9102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Knoxville, TN
  • Knoxville Zoo
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Knoxville Convention Center
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • University of Tennessee
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Gatlinburg, TN (GKT-Gatlinburg - Pigeon Forge)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Kids room

2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

Living room

2 Queen Sofa Beds

master bedroom

2 King Beds

Sun porch

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Millstone Retreat / basement walk-out Apt. w/a private entrance/driveway & pool

The Millstone Retreat is a quiet walkout apartment in the peaceful home of Mike & Ivana (We live upstairs) that is centered between down town Knoxville and the Smoky Mountain exit 407. Being less than a mile off Interstate 40, we offer an easy in and out situation. The Retreat is a uniquely designed experience that combines all the modern conveniences that one would expect in an AB&B with a taste of life from the past. You will enter through your own entrance into an all season cedar sunroom where you can look out at nature through the large window and viewing panes of the 1928 Mighty Wurlitzer Organ that resides in the historic Tennessee Theatre. These panels were once used to view the analog mechanisms of the mighty 1928 Wurlitzer, but were removed when the organ went fully digital. The sunroom has a day bed with a trundle bed under it so 2 twin beds in that room. From there you can go into the large common room with an open floor plan that has a full kitchen, dining area and den. There is a wood burning stove housed under the 200 year old mantle where you can warm yourself by the fire on those cold Tennessee nights. The master bed room is off the kitchen area and hosts a king size bed and lots of room for the pac-n-play we have in the closet for infants. The second bed room is set up as a kid’s bedroom (but adults can sleep there in comfort as well). We wanted kids to feel special here. Being grandparents this is important to us. It comes with a large chalk board, play desk and all kinds of disinfected toys. This room has a queen bed and a twin bed as well. The bathroom is one of a kind. It has a roll in shower with 3 shower heads and a walk in tub. It was designed to give the feel of an old millhouse but with all the comforts you would expect. There is a stackable washer and dryer for your convenience as well. Outside, we have a gas grill under the cover of the deck next to the pool. Yes, we have a pool that is open from late May to about mid-September. It is a large in-ground pool with an LED multicolored light that makes for awesome night swims! By the pool there is a fire pit on our slate patio for those cooler nights to enjoy the evening. It is here that we have the family millstone set up as a table or bench. It came out of Smith creek up in the Statesville, Tennessee area. I have personally counted over 30 species of colorful song birds, raptors and game birds on our property & we feed them year round! We are only 15 minutes from Market Square, downtown Knoxville and Neyland Stadium. The Magee Tyson airport is only 35 mins from here. Your stay will include some fresh country eggs (as long as they are laying), courtesy of “the Ladies,” and I have a car service as well. Our desire is that we have travelers, vacationers and event goers to make the Millstone Retreat their personal place to stay every year. *WE DO NOT TAKE ANY FORM OF PAYMENT BUT CREDIT CARD THROUGH THIS SITE’S PAY ARRANGEMENTS !.

Property manager

Mike & Ivana Smith

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We have a childrens bed room with toys and things
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
As long as it is done in reasonable hour-say 11PM
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Out side only
We want you to know we are not a party house where you are removed from neighbors & owners, we live upstairs. No loud noise after dark please!
If you need a place for loud party’s with a DJ late into the night this is not the place. You can stay & play in the pool as long as you are quiet
and party with friends & family if you use consideration of others.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 9
Note from host: as long as it is done in reasonable hour-say 11PM
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 and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Knoxville

Located in Strawberry Plains Pike, a neighbourhood in Knoxville, this apartment is near theme parks and in the mountains. Historic Ramsey House and Historic Southern Railway Station are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit East Gate Center and Knoxville Center. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Neyland Stadium or Thompson–Boling Arena. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Knoxville, TN

What's nearby

  • Knoxville Zoo - 12 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Knoxville Convention Center - 15 min drive - 19.0 km
  • University of Tennessee - 15 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Thompson–Boling Arena - 16 min drive - 20.7 km
  • Neyland Stadium - 17 min drive - 21.4 km

Getting around

  • Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Cruze Farm Ice Cream - East Knoxville - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Green Mountain Coffee Roasters - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Price Less Foods - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Millstone Retreat / basement walk-out Apt. w/a private entrance/driveway & pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Millstone Retreat / basement walk-out Apt. w/a private entrance/driveway & pool pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Millstone Retreat / basement walk-out Apt. w/a private entrance/driveway & pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Millstone Retreat / basement walk-out Apt. w/a private entrance/driveway & pool?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Millstone Retreat / basement walk-out Apt. w/a private entrance/driveway & pool located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly apartment building is within 6 mi (10 km) of Carter Sports Park, East Gate Center, and Carter Community Park. McBee Ferry Landing Park and Ruggles Ferry Golf Course are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 36 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H.

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

3rd time and just as great

Wonderful place to stay. Super clean and hosts are great. Quiet neighborhood but within minutes of everything. I hated to leave.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl R.

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

Secluded but convenient

We booked last minute and wanted a place with a pool. It’s on a dead end road. The pool was lovely - the property is very private. We were just 20 minutes from shopping or the Great Smokey Mountains National Park. There was a great restaurant just 5 minutes down the road and a Dollar General for any necessities. Very relaxing weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb Z.

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

Home Away From Home

Paradise everyday, it was hard to leave. Wonderful hosts, made you feel at home.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb Z.

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

5 star hosts

enjoyed tremendously, wonderful hosts, very accomodating highly recommend, looking forward to next visit.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

T. G., Bartlett, TN

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

Great location

The property was very nice, and just what we expected.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

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

Just as we Remembered

Book this property for a second year in a row because of location, nice property and host's and OMG THE POOL!!! Highly recommend!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H., Graham

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

Wonderful

This was my 2nd time here. It was just as wonderful as the first. Quiet neighborhood but minutes from everything. Absolutely loved the pool. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bruce P.

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

Great place

We had a wonderful relaxing time! Everything was clean and ready to go on arrival! We enjoyed the pool and the great hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Lisa Kelly S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Short-Term only

We stayed for two months while relocating, but it's more suitable for short stays. There is no comfortable seating other than a single recliner, and every surface, wall, drawer, cabinet, and closet is mostly full, so there's little space to put things of your own. It's peaceful on the patio and mostly quiet inside, although the owners (who live upstairs) were doing renovations most of the time we were there, and the construction noise along with heavy feet early in the morning were not ideal. If we had been there in the summer to take advantage of the pool and outside area it would probably have been more enjoyable. The location is extremely close to interstate 40, you can glimpse it from the patio, so it's very convenient. They were kind enough to put up a Christmas tree for us to enjoy, which was so nice, the chickens are wonderful entertainment, and the fresh eggs were a lovely gift. PS Had we not had an elderly man with us who needed a walk in shower, we would have been out after the first week.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Karin P.

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

Nice older house

Great location for our visit just be aware it backs up to the freeway. Quiet in the house though.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alisha N.

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

TN/GA game stay

We had a wonderful stay. Place was cozy and quiet way better than some cheap hotel. Only 20 mins from the UT stadium and major stores in town. Our hosts were great and welcoming and even let us check in a little early since no one checked out the day we checked in. They left us homemade yummy cookies and also some fresh eggs their "Ladies" hens provided. Will definitely be staying here again when in the area. Thank you for a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

tracey t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Liked the environment

I wish they would have disclosed that you had to be quite after 9pm is the only complaint I really have.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brittany G.

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

Very clean

This was the perfect stop for us. The kids loved the pool and the house was perfectly clean. We felt very comfortable. The chickens were a bonus!

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

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

Cheerleading Nationals

Our family absolutely enjoyed our visit. We initially planned to stay with the rest of team at a downtown hotel but I was late getting my reservation in and missed out. After going a different route and finding this treasure I believe I lucked out! Mike and Ivana were wonderful hosts and the place was perfect. We had 3 teenage girls that were completely entertained swimming and watching movies when a storm moved through. They have asked when we can come back, which we completely intend to do our next trip south. Thank you again for everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patricia H., Graham

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

Absolutely Wonderful

I came to relieve stress, relax and have peace. I got all of those. Hosts are great. There if you need them but not intrusive. The place had everything you could want. I hated to leave. Hope to come again sometime.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

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

Best vacation ever!

We cannot say enough good things about our stay. The house was great The rooms and beds all comfortable and cozy. The property is amazing, so many places to sit and hang out or play. Our children had the time of their lives. The best part was the pool We picked this place because of the pictures of the pool and it DID NOT disappoint. Mike and Ivanna thank you so much for the memories
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Catherine S.

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

Wonderful, too brief stay!

Wish we could have stayed longer! Clean, comfy property with an awesome pool. And my kids loved the chickens!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tracie D.

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

Awesome Retreat

Perfect place in every way. This was our 2nd stay and we will be back! Mike was so great at communicating. He gave us a personal welcome. Very nice! Feel free to read my previous review for more details. Same experience this time.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brenda B.

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

Feels like home !

This property and owners are perfect for us in many ways ! A gorgeous pool for all ! The grands loved it ! Chalkboards and toys in the bedroom big back yard is complete with a canopy of trees and a coop of chickens ! Fresh eggs furnished ! Everything you could want to relax and make everlasting memories !!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brenda B.

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

Amazing hosts, quiet property , loved the furnishings !

We will be back as close to grands !! Much better than a hotel !!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tracie D.

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

Wonderful getaway!

Beautiful guest suite with amazing views and things to do. Chickens to see and fresh eggs for breakfast. Pool was so fun too. We met Mike who was very friendly. Great communication from beginning to end. Will be back again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tim R.

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

Great stay, great eggs

I stayed here for a longer term (about 3 weeks) while house hunting and enjoyed my stay. Owners are very accommodating and friendly. The eggs are an awesome bonus and we certainly had plenty throughout our stay. The location is super convenient for Knoxville and the surrounding areas since I-40 is right nearby. Definitely recommend staying here for both long and short term visits!
Stayed 21 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

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

Excellent place for families. Very homey. Our hosts were wonderful and accommodating.

We absolutely loved the place. We will be renting again. It was a very relaxing environment. The pool was beautiful. Our host opened it earlier than usual because I asked about it!! So homey. The antique furnishings and decorations were an added plus a history lesson in itself. Also enjoyed watching the chickens.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maureen D.

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

Delightful experience

We were pleasantly greeted by fresh cookies, eclectic decor including holiday decorations / vintage toys, a fireplace set such that all we had to do was light the match! Kitchen was extremely well stocked. Many little niceties throughout including fresh eggs and an adorable chicken coop out our door where we could feed the hens. We look forward to returning in warm weather to use the pool!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christina W., High Point, NC

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

Perfect!!

This was our first time staying in a property like this, and let me just say that we will be back!!! Mike and Ivana are wonderful hosts! The neighborhood is great, apartment is cozy and VERY clean, and the fresh eggs were delicious! We enjoyed a family Christmas with my son there (we are from NC, he lives in FL) and it was so enjoyable! We had the warmth from the fireplace as we opened gifts. We will definitely be booking another stay to enjoy the pool! Oh, and our 5 year old twins (and mom lol) loved how kid friendly this place is!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020

About the host

Hosted by Mike & Ivana Smith

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Everyone asks me where I'm from. Well, I was born in Alaska, went to grade school in Missouri, Junior High in Germany, High School in San Antonio and I went to Baylor...Sic Em Bears!. Yea, my dad was in the Air Force/23 years and retired as a E9. Ivana is a Tennessee girl, from Lebanon, just outside of Nashville. She went to MTSU where she got her nursing degree. She works 12 hour shifts in patients home who were cold war veterans for a company that gets paid by US Depart of Labor. Ivana and I came here from Southern Illinois to start a business. We sold that business in 2016 and now I'm Simi-retired, but can’t sit still so I started a Limo Service... E T Limo
www.etlimousine.com …. But sold that in 2023 and now I am more semiretired!

Why they chose this property

We bought this house because it had a great apartment for mikes dad, but he died shortly after moving in. So, we totally renovated and set up the apartment for friends and family to stay in as they played in the Smokeys or traveled to east TN. So we have opened it to you too! It was put together with YOU in mind.

What makes this property unique

We are half way between Bass Pro Shop, Exit 407, the exit for Sevierville, Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg and down town Knoxville. This area of Tennessee has do much to see and do we just know we will see many people coming here to enjoy our blessings. We have a private driveway, private entrance and your own private covered patio. The pool is awesome for the summer and the fire pit is great for those cool nights! My ladies (chickens) provide entertainment, therapy and breakfast when they are laying The apartment bc us also a proverbial museum and full of eye candy!