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Experience the peaceful Wooded Retreat Cabin - 300 private acres -security gate

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Property grounds
Beach
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Spencer, TN
  • Fall Creek Falls State Park
    15 min drive
  • Rock Island State Park
    40 min drive
  • Fall Creek Falls
    43 min drive
  • Crossville, TN (CSV-Crossville Memorial)
    50 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Experience the peaceful Wooded Retreat Cabin - 300 private acres -security gate

2 br 2 bath cabin in the woods awaits you.
Wrap around porch with rocking chairs to sip coffee and enjoy peace and quiet.
Breathtaking trails and views on the Cumberland Plateau in Spencer, TN.
Enjoy all the comfort and and modern conveniences while you escape to unwind and rekindle connection with family, friends and nature.

You will love staying in the beautiful Red Cabin with two bedrooms, two bathrooms, living room and full kitchen with eating area. Several guests have referred to it as a "hidden gem" ...
There is even a beautiful claw-foot tub in the second bathroom. Pamper yourself!

Tesla Charger is free for guests to use during their stay.

There is a new kitchen island with 2 stools, and new kitchen table with 6 chairs.
New oven/stove and microwave. New refrigerator, dishwasher, sink and disposal.
All beds are super comfy, newly updated, including new linens and towels.

Enjoy relaxing in the spacious living room equipped with a gas fireplace (new 8/21), 55” smart TV and wireless internet.
Enjoy the wrap-around porch with rocking chairs and other chairs to bring out to the fire.
Peace and quiet to reconnect and renew.
Outside fire pit with outside chairs. Charcoal grill.

Hike around the 300 wooded acres (but no hunting) on our private retreat.
A one mile trail to the private deck at the Lookout - you can see for dozens of miles!
Many trails are marked and maintained for you to explore.

See the bluffs and scenic overlook. Hike down to the hidden gorge.
The property has a security gate at the entrance to the driveway (1/3 mile long off the rural road). This is NOT a "gated community" ... this is a private retreat with your Red Cabin and the owners' cabin. The barndominium is not currently rented via VRBO.

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There is one owner-occupied cabin on the property and a barndominium that is not rented via VRBO at this time.

*Maximum number of nights per stay is 7. For additional nights, please contact the owners.

The kitchen is fully equipped with kitchen utensils, pots, pans, dishes, glasses, towels, automatic drip coffee maker, crock pot, toaster, blender, dishwasher, stove/oven, refrigerator and microwave.

Master Bedroom - King size bed, new smart TV.
Second Bedroom - Queen size bed.

There is a full bath in the Master bedroom and a second bath for guests.
The centerpiece of the guest bath is the claw foot bathtub which adds a touch of luxury to your cabin stay.

Pack light! Wash your clothes in the cabin after a long day in the parks.
Full size washer and dryer.

Central air and heat.

There is plenty of parking.
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*The primary renter must be 25y and present during the stay. Renters are responsible for all damage & extra cleaning fees may be assessed if necessary.>
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Things To Do

Explore waterfalls, bike, golf, canoe, swim, paddle-board, or kayak at Fall Creek Falls State Park. (13 miles)

Go boating or birding at Rock Island State Park. Be sure to check out the Downstream Trail off Powerhouse Road for an amazing view of the waterfall! The town of Rock Island has a coffee and ice cream trolly, shops, antiques and a restaurant (Foglight Food House).

Hike Burgess Falls, Virgin Falls, Lost Creek and Welch's Point Scenic Overlook.

Try the zip-line course: challengefcf.com/

Horseback riding at Fall Creek Falls Riding Stables

Check out the caves at Cumberland Caverns.

Visit the shooting range at Dead Zero.

Visit shops in the local Mennonite community. During season (Spring-Nov) you will be able to purchase home-grown produce, farm-fresh eggs, breakfast sausage and baked goods.

Build a campfire and roast some marshmallows in fire circles right on the lawn.

The owners, Erin and Bill, live on the property in the green-roof cabin and are available to assist guests as needed.


Stores

We recommend bringing groceries as shopping nearby is limited.
Save A Lot is 5.5 miles away. Otherwise, if you are looking for Kroger or WalMart, plan on driving 30 minutes!

Spencer has a new cafe for a quick bite and dessert, Crimson & Clover.
Visit Sparta for more restaurants, Brewery (Happy Trails), Coffee (The Coffee Collective), shops, liquor store. The Welcome Book in your cabin has more details.

Approximate Driving Distances

13 miles - Fall Creek Falls State Park
18 miles - Rock Island State Park
17 miles - Lost Creek State Natural Area
22 miles - Cumberland Caverns
30 miles - Burgess Falls State Park
35 miles - Virgin Falls

20 miles - Sparta, TN
27 miles - Dunlap, TN
30 miles - Pikeville, TN
35 miles - Cookeville, TN
45 miles - Crossville, TN

65 miles - Chattanooga, TN
100 miles - Nashville, TN
  • Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, washing machine and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include a car charging station
  • On-site recreation includes a playground
  • 6.7 miles (10.8 km) from Fall Creek Falls State Park and 12.2 miles (19.6 km) from Caney Fork River
Experience the peaceful Wooded Retreat Cabin - 300 private acres -security gate offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Spencer cabin is smoke free.

Property manager

Erin and Bill Chamerlik

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

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Experience the peaceful Wooded Retreat Cabin - 300 private acres -security gate Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 248 out of 264 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 264 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 264 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lisa R., Humboldt TN

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic experience!
Our cabin was just perfect - clean, comfortable, well-equipped. The property is beautiful. We love to go to the mountains every fall to hike, and there is a mile+ hike to a beautiful overlook site on the property. We were close to Rock Island State Park, Savage Gulf State Park, and Fall Creek Falls, so there were lots of options for hiking and beautiful scenery. The hosts were fantastic, available for any issues that arose (the gate malfunctioned one day). Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

david h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful retreat
We enjoyed staying at the cabin. It was so nice to come back to after spending time in the State Parks. The Lookout was an added bonus! Beautiful view!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Respite
Fantastic stay - cabin was exactly as described and pictured, immaculately clean, and very easy to find. Hosts were top-notch hospitable and have done an amazing job tailoring their property to create a wonderful experience. The property is far enough out to get away from light and noise pollution, enjoy watching the stars from the fire pit! Close drive to Fall Creek Falls. Be sure to stop at Publix in Cookeville on your way in to stock up so you can fully enjoy a time of rest and respite.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kayle D M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cabin in the woods
The property is absolutely amazing! It sits on private land that has tons of trails to hike on. The host gave us a private tour on his ATV of the trails and how he built the property. They communicated very quickly with us and always making sure we had what we needed. They even helped us start our fire pit since we couldn't get it started ourselves and the wood was wet from a small rain shower. The cabin was perfect with everything we needed. The beds were amazingly soft and comfortable. We would recommend this cabin to anyone looking to stay in the Fall Creek Falls state park area. Perfectly wonderful cabin in the woods!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Tennessee Cabin in Nature
My husband, 5 month old baby and I had a wonderful time in the cabin and exploring the property. It was a perfect weekend getaway and we absolutely loved the nature cabin vibe. It was very clean and cozy. We hiked to the lookout and the view is incredible! I would recommend planning a day to stay to explore the property. The main bed is very comfy and we were able to set up our baby’s pack and play in the same room. The bathtub was definitely nice after a long day of hiking. If it wasn’t so rainy we would’ve loved to use the fire pit. Bill and Erin were responsive and very kind! They provided a lot of information ahead of time so finding the location and checking in was very easy. We are for sure going to return when we plan another trip up to Tennessee!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely perfect
Everything was perfect, the cabin is new and flawless, the property is amazing and the sunset spot is beautiful. The owners live on property and were very helpful and friendly. The cabin is very spacious for entertaining and cozy. Thank you Bill and Erin for the amazing property.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Much needed getaway
This cabin and the scenery is absolutely wonderful. If you are looking for a quiet place to relax and take in nature this place is for you. It's obvious the owners have spared no expense to make their property nothing short of spectacular. Very clean, and neat and if you are a porch sitter like I am you have a wrap around porch for your enjoyment day or night. Would highly recommend and I will definitely be going back
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mickey B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect weekend getaway!
We enjoyed our weekend so much!! The cabin was perfect, very clean and everything we needed was there. Erin and Bill are the best hosts! They gave us the grand tour of their 300 acre property and checked on us during our stay to make sure we were comfortable and had everything we needed. She even texted us from the grocery and asked if we needed anything!! How thoughtful is that!! Will definitely be back! Wonderful location for exploring FCF and Burgess Falls.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptional!
This is by far the best experience we've had! The accommodations and hospitality is simply world class. We were looking for a quite get away in the TN mountains and are grateful to have found this gem! The hosts made sure we had anything we needed and had a wealth of information of the area. We certainty surprised our friends with the beautiful cabin. Kitchen, bathrooms and bedrooms were stocked with everything we needed. Words can't express how beautiful the lookout is both during the day and at sunset. Don't miss out on this secluded, beautiful wooded retreat.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Setting
We can’t say enough about this property & the hosts. It is super clean, well-appointed, and inviting. Bed & furniture was comfortable, good lighting throughout, strong WiFi & the kitchen had everything needed. Appliances are new & the hosts did a fantastic job putting the house & property together. We had the pleasure of meeting hosts Bill & Erin and pride in their property is apparent & well-deserved. Location is remote but close enough to the state park & waterfalls. If you’re looking for a place to kick back, relax & not worry about much of anything, this property is it! We also appreciated that the property & house weren’t surrounded by cameras like many other VRBO locations. Thanks to our hosts for helping to make our 3-day get-away perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just an outstanding getaway spot. The grounds are like it own little park in itself. With so many state park options close by, its an outdoorsy dream stay. Wouls do this again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kara N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Remarkable Retreat!!
Wonderful cabin in a great location with all of the amenities you could possibly need. Very well kept and updated as well as very clean. This was the cleanest rental we have ever stayed in! Fire pits are always a must for us and this one was awesome and spacious with a well lit path leading to it with comfortable seating as well. The owners Bill and Erin were very friendly and gracious hosts offering to give us a tour of the beautiful property. The one mile hiking trail through the woods to the deck that overlooks the mountains is easy with gentle slopes and very well worth the walk. Gorgeous view!! We will definitely be making a return visit in the near future. Thank you Bill and Erin for sharing such a wonderful place. Our stay was relaxing and much needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dudley D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Red cabin
We loved the cabin and the area. The area was very picturesque and we enjoyed walking around the property. The owners were very hospitable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney R., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely, well maintained property
We found the cabin very comfortable and nice. It was spacious and great for our family. They provide plenty of toilet paper for a short stay and plenty of towels for whatever length your stay is. It was really relaxing and nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A slice of heaven!
Erin and Bill are fantastic people and super attentive to our requests. The cabin was spotless, comfy and all the technology you may need. Perfect location to see many of the State Parks and enjoy the waterfalls. The lookout on the property is breathtaking. We'll be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arlene B., North Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay!
I will start out by saying that this rental was the cleanest VRBO that we have ever stayed in! The hosts went above and beyond to make our stay the wonderful!! The cabin had everything we needed and it was close proximity to several state parks which were beautiful! Erin and Bill treated us as if we were old friends. We felt extremely welcomed! They took us on a couple of UTV rides to familiarize us with the property and to allow us to experience a beautiful sunset!! One day, we never left the property and were able to hike 4 miles just walking on their trails! This was one of the most relaxing yet adventurous vacations we have had. I almost forget, we were able to be the first to try out their new and beautiful firepit! We do hope that we will be able to visit again sometime! I highly recommend this rental!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

darlene P.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cabin, property and Hosts were amazing
We had a wonderful time. Everything was perfect!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyra R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic, Quiet Getaway
Our stay was perfect. Erin and Bill were very welcoming and great hosts. The cabin was very clean and quiet. Any questions we had were answered immediately. Would love to keep this place a secret!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Cabin
The cabin was absolutely lovely! It was in a beautiful and peaceful setting. Would definitely recommend staying there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mesha L.

Liked: Cleanliness
300 acres of WOW
The property was gorgeous and well maintained. The owners are welcoming and kind. There is trail that leads to an overlook with stunning views .our cabin was perfectly clean tucked away among cool shady trees. Spencer Tn is gorgeous. Thank you Bill and Erin for our few days of rest!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trey R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway
The property was very clean and inviting. The property is very spacious and the property owners were very nice and give you free access to all of the surrounding property for hiking trails. We loved the wrap around porch and there were no shortage of seating inside or out. This cabin is set up and decorated the way you would do it yourself not just thrown together to make a rental property and we loved it. The only thing that could have made it better would have been a hot tub but aside from that it was a 10 out of 10. We will be staying here again next time
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Terrific cabin in the forest
This lovely cabin is absolutely terrific. The surrounding forest is quiet and serene with paths to hike around the property. There is a beautiful porch with rocking chairs and a porch swing for relaxing outside. The cabin is very clean and all the furnishings are comfortable. We cooked several meals in the kitchen which had nice cookware and dishes. There are multiple parks and waterfalls within easy driving distance and on top of all that, the hostess was very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

marc V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection -
Well, how does one leave a review for the most magical place you've ever stayed state side, without letting the secret of this place out? Dilemma isn't it? I've been in the hospitality (hotels and resorts) industry for 26 years. I've worked for all the major brands. When people like myself, who are unfairly critical of everything they notice after all the years in the hotel business, I assure you, I don't use the word perfection lightly. Everything about this cabin/rental shows a caring of ownership and caring for people that is the absolute gold standard in my world. Sadly, even the most expensive of the resorts still fail to reach this level. But here.....yes, that level is achieved.... and even exceeded for some :-) The private hiking trails are something to behold. There are many things to do in the area that are top of class in their categories also. Summary: perfect location perfect cleanliness perfect amenities perfect housewares perfect furniture perfect (new) beds perfect hosts don't tell anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee L., Huntsville, AL

Liked: Cleanliness
The Perfect Place to Relax
This property is everything that's listed and much more. Communication was prompt and always helpful. The cleanliness of the entire property and cabin was exceptionable, and the kitchen is nicely stocked with more than what the average host provides. Erin and Bill live very close, so it's a great place for a single person to get away in nature without worrying about safety. If you're given the opportunity to view the overlook, don't miss it! We saw deer, turkey and 2 owls. We plan to return in the fall with more time to enjoy nature.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic!
We had a great stay. The cabin was super clean, well-stocked and very comfortable. Erin and Bill were hospitable and easy to communicate with; and Bill is a great tour guide of their beautiful property-- take the ATV ride! Easy drive to Fall Creek Falls.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023