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Tranquil Downtown Retreat - 4 Minutes to Aquarium & Coolidge Park!

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Living Room
Kitchen
Dining Room
Open floor plan
Back deck includes sitting area and dining table for 6

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Chattanooga, TN
  • University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Tennessee Aquarium
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Chattanooga Choo Choo
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Upper Level Bunk Room

2 Single Bunk Beds

Upper Level King Bedroom

1 King Bed

Upper Level Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Main Level Half Bathroom

Toilet

Master En-suite Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Upstairs Hall Shared Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs King En-suite Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Tranquil Downtown Retreat - 4 Minutes to Aquarium & Coolidge Park!

Welcome to Sit-A-Spell! This cozy, peaceful home has all you need to relax while also offering several of downtown Chattanooga’s attractions within walking distance. Conveniently located down a tree-lined road and about a mile from Coolidge & Renaissance Parks, the TN Aquarium, and sunset walks over the TN river on the Walnut St. Bridge. After a good night's sleep, wake up with a warm cup of coffee on 1 of 2 spacious porches while you map out your visit with our helpful guidebook.

The space
It is our goal to ensure that your stay is as memorable as it is comfortable as you venture out into the little city of Chattanooga that we love so dearly.

Located less than a mile away from Frazier Ave, Sit-A-Spell is perfectly situated to allow all of the conveniences of home with your friends and family, with all that Chattanooga has to offer just outside your doorstep. Within minutes, you will discover many downtown and Northshore restaurants, bars, coffeehouses, local artisan retail, salons, day spas, galleries, grocery stores, boutiques, museums, recreational activities, and entertainment attractions. The hardest thing will be deciding what to enjoy first!

The home boasts a large living room with seating for all anchored around an oversized coffee table, perfect for a round of monopoly or a pizza movie night. Each of the four spacious bedrooms are well appointed with layers of fresh linens, ample pillows, ceiling fans, and blackout curtains to provide the perfect setting for a late morning sleep in, or an afternoon nap. Wake up refreshed and enjoy complimentary shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and lotion as you get ready to venture out, or enjoy a relaxing day in. Towels and linens are provided, as well as laundry detergent and fabric softener, should you find the need during your extended stay. Enjoy your morning coffee with the rising sun filtering through the trees on the back deck, or enjoy grilling dinner and cocktails fireside on the front porch as the sun sinks down over Lookout Mountain. You may just hear the whistle of the Southern Belle as it idles down the Tennessee River.

There are smart TVs equipped with Firesticks in the living room, master bedroom, and bunk room so you never has to miss that new episode of your favorite show. No need to worry about streaming issues. Chattanooga is known for many things, with "Gig City" falling somewhere near the top of the list.

In the kitchen, you will find everything you need to cook a delicious meal, or enjoy one catered in. We provide a coffee station with a coffee maker and electric kettle, stocked with all of the essentials including coffee, filters, black tea, and sugar. Cooking essentials such as organic olive oil, sea salt, and ground pepper are provided for your convenience. There are two dining options just off the kitchen so you can choose to enjoy your meal seated amongst the large picture windows, or al fresco on the back deck.

As parents of three young boys, we know a thing or two about keeping kids occupied. There are games, puzzles, and toys to enjoy. The backyard contains a two tiered playground equipped with a slide, climbing wall, and two swings. There's a baby gate installed on the back deck for when you'd like to keep your little ones out of the backyard. We've provided a full size crib and a pack ’n play with sheets for each, a high chair seat, and kids plates, bowls, cups, etc. For your peace of mind, outlet covers are available, as well as baby gates that can be found in the mudroom closet just off of the living room.

The two driveways provide room to park 4 vehicles. We have a luxury laundry room equipped with a full size front load washing machine and dryer, a farmhouse sink, an oversized pantry, and a beverage refrigerator.

The front door of the house is accessible with an August keypad for self check-in.

Please note that a flight of stairs must be climbed in order to access the home. This includes the front entry to the main level of the home, as well as from the back yard to the back door entrance.

We can't wait to have you as our guests and to share all that this great city we call home has to offer!

Officially certified by the City of Chattanooga as a short-term vacation rental.
(STVR-22-26)

Guest access
Guests have access to the entire home with the exception of an owner's closet in the upstairs hall bathroom.

One thing to note:
Our yard is fenced in, but is open to the next door neighbor's yard. They have two young children who occasionally wander over to play on the playground. They have no pets, so you won't encounter any animals within the fenced in yard.

Property manager

Jennifer Ross
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 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
Noise curfew at 10pm. Please be respectful and courteous of the neighbors.
No unregistered guests. Please list all guests of any age at time of booking.

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Property Registration Number STVR-22-26

About the area

Chattanooga

Located in Chattanooga, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ruby Falls and Rock City, while Tennessee Aquarium and Chattanooga Zoo are popular area attractions. Travelling with kids? Consider Creative Discovery Museum, or check out an event or a game at AT&T Field. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Chattanooga, TN

What's nearby

  • McKenzie Arena - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • University of Tennessee at Chattanooga - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Tennessee Aquarium - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Chattanooga Convention Center - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Chattanooga Choo Choo - 7 min drive - 5.0 km

Getting around

  • Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mike's Hole in the Wall - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Taco Mamacita - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Waffle House - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Real Roots Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Edley's Bar-B-Que - Chattanooga - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Tranquil Downtown Retreat - 4 Minutes to Aquarium & Coolidge Park! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Tranquil Downtown Retreat - 4 Minutes to Aquarium & Coolidge Park!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tranquil Downtown Retreat - 4 Minutes to Aquarium & Coolidge Park!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tranquil Downtown Retreat - 4 Minutes to Aquarium & Coolidge Park! located?

This family-friendly Chattanooga holiday home is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of Walnut Street Bridge, Stringers Ridge West Bell Avenue Trailhead and Coolidge Park. Tennessee Aquarium is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) away.

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne K.

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

Cutest house! Perfect for families!

This house was perfect for our family spring break exploring Chattanooga! We have two kids and infant and it fit our needs perfectly. It’s plenty big for 3 families. My kids loved the bunk room and playset. Jennifer was very commutative and had cookies waiting for us upon arrival! Great host and house. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

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

Good location near downtown

I wanted to visit Chattanooga with my family to experience Lookout Mountain and all that downtown has to offer. I was pleased to find out how close we actually were to everything. Great after a long day with the kids. The place was tastefully furnished and everything was clean. Streaming platforms on the tv's had guest accounts logged in so we could relax and watch movies at night. We felt right at home. There are two separate driveways so if you have a lower profile vehicle you're going to want to park in the left driveway. All in all...Great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandy R.

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

Family weekend

We visited Chattanooga for my granddaughter’s baptism, so had 6 adults, a 7year old and a16 month old. The house was perfect for us. As everyone else has noted, Jennifer was a terrific host, and the house is beautifully furnished with much attention to detail, including things for the kids and comfy beds for all. It is true that there are lots of stairs inside, but the set-up of the house is great as are the nighttime views. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

D D.

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

Family gathering

One of the most well appointed properties in which we have stayed. Toiletries, games, toys, kitchen essentials and more!Clean, clean, clean! Beautifully decorated. Perfect space for keeping the family of all ages (6-81) in one open space interacting together. Close to a great culinary and cocktail scene and daytime family activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zac F.

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

Amazing Stay!

Clean, convenient and awesome owners!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

R. J.

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

Great little gem!

We had a wonderful time on our girls getaway to Chattanooga and a huge part of that was because of this great home! Jennifer has made it warm and inviting. We spent our mornings sipping coffee on the comfortable upper deck, which was a treat. The kitchen is well stocked and they even included a cooler bag, with already cold ice packs and a picnic blanket in case you want to take a picnic to nearby Coolidge Park, which is on the river and a fun spot to watch the sunset or just hang out. Jennifer was a great host! Very communicative and even had a little bag of delicious cookies for us on our arrival! She included a list of some fun things to do near the house which is how we found out about Coolidge Park and a carousel there which we enjoyed reliving our childhoods as we rode. ☺️ In addition to being close to the Park, another plus about the location is there is a Publix a half of a mile away from the house. If we are in Chattanooga again, we will definitely stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lana M.

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

Great Location with Everything You Could Need

We loved getting to stay at Jennifer’s place! The location was extremely convenient to many great restaurants, grocery stores, and downtown attractions. They also had so many wonderful accessories to use if you have a young child from toys, crib, sit me up, high chair etc. We had a wonderful time and would stay again if ever in the area!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer A.

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

Amazing family getaway!

Y’all this house is perfect for your family getaway! It’s close enough to all the activities you want to do but still has that cozy “tucked away” feeling! They have all the kid accessories you need. Toys, crib, pack n play”. Jennifer, the host, was great and gave wonderful suggestions on things to do with the kids in the evenings.We will definitely be back! Hopefully soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica J.

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

Birthday Celebration!

Spent the weekend celebrating my dads bday with my family and my sisters. It was a great location and a great stay for all ages especially with kiddos. Super family friendly! Jennifer made her house feel like a home for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry B.

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

Awesome House

Great location very nice house easy to get to everything we wanted to go to very clean overall excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paige A.

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

Everything we needed!!!

Recently my family consisting of my 83 year old mother, sister and her adult children and grandson and myself and adult children (8 total) stayed in your beautiful home. Our host was very responsive to my questions and accommodated my request. She made suggestions of great places to eat and visit. The decor was warm and inviting. The bedrooms were comfortable and there was space for everyone. Kitchen was well appointed. Lots of extras!!! Really enjoyed the living spaces. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa W.

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

First birthday trip!!

We had a wonderful weekend! What a beautiful home it is and close to everything! You thought of everything!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Excellent stay

The house was exceptional and had plenty of space. We had 4 young children and 4 adults with us and no one felt cramped or on top of one another. The kitchen had everything you could possibly need. The outdoor space was great and the children enjoyed having space to run around. The listing doesn’t highlight the convenience of location enough!!! It felt like we were only 5 minutes from everything. If in the area again, we would search out this listing for our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan P.

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

Good place

Wonderful place for a vacation or weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelly B.

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

Wedding trip

This rental felt like staying in a relative’s home. Very comfortable and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carole A.

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

Traveling Chicks & Chattanooga

We are a group of ladies who love to visit a fun place once a year for a week. We vary in ages from 38 to 76 and have been taking these trips for 17 years. We have stayed in a variety of houses but this one won the prize for the best one ever!! The owner provided a myriad of thoughtful touches. The house was immaculate and furnished with elegant bedding. The owner was responsive to questions and provided information about places to visit as we visit in Chattanooga. We would recommend this property for a comfortable stay in a lovely city. 💕
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

CHELSI G.

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

Fantastic House!

Our stay in this home was wonderful! Loved the kid-friendly touches - toys, play kitchen, swing set, baby gates available, etc. The house was also meticulously clean and well organized. I would definitely consider staying in this home if in the area again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jordan F.

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

Family-friendly and perfect location

This home is ideal for families, and the host has added little touches to make kids feel welcome. The indoor/outdoor seating areas are lovely and allow for plenty of space for everyone. You get a nice tranquil environment while being a short drive away from all that Chattanooga has to offer. You are a minute away from a grocery store and very close to restaurants / shops / ice cream (very important for our crew). My 4.5 year old already asked when we can go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hollie Y.

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

The best

This host does all the little extras that makes a HUGE difference in your stay. For one, the house is beautifully decorated! The pictures do not do it justice. But things like not having to buy coffee and bring filters, having a pack and play with a sheet, a high chair, toys and coloring items for children….even Epson salt if you wanted to take a bath. I would stay here again for sure and would recommend it to anyone with young children especially!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa S.

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

Perfect location and comfy home

This location is perfect for families and groups who want to get out and about to explore Chattanooga! The home was super clean, spacious and very comfortable. Jennifer was very easy to communicate with as well. I would definitely recommend this property and would happily book a stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie G.

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

Great stay for families

Wow, very impressed with the property. I was a perfect home for a family. We stayed with grandparents and two families with 5 kids. The beds were comfortable, the house was clean, it was well equipped for cooking. The location is great, you could run the river and downtown. I would highly recommend the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jane V.

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

Wonderful family reunion!

New, large, multiple living spaces, well-equipped. We celebrated Christmas and my mom's 90th birthday. Luxurious beds, bath products and plenty of soft towels. New appliances. It was perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelley J.

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

Family Christmas Vacation

We truly enjoyed our stay at this beautiful home. Plenty of space and upscale accommodations. Stairs into the home and up to 3rd floor are seriously no joke! However, we made it all work with several toddlers. Excellent communication with host and easy access to all attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Wonderful Thanksgiving getaway

Property was ideal for our family vacation. We had three kids under 4 and it's hard to find accommodations that fit but this home had plenty of toys, safety equipment (gates!), and places for bedtime (one bedroom included a crib and reading nook!). Home is just a couple minutes from the river and every attraction we went to was no more than a 15 minute drive. Would highly recommend this property for a family getaway to Chattanooga!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne J.

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

Fabulous!

A beautiful home, maintained beyond reproach. We had a wonderful time during our stay for the Hooch regatta with an ideal location. Easy access to Chattanooga proper. Thank you Jennifer!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer Ross

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