Charming Bunkhouse \/ Private Porch \/ Double Shower
About this condo rental
Architectural brilliance and unsurpassed craftsmanship define this unique dwelling located in the north wing of the main 9,000 sq ft Dark Horse Recording structure. “The Bunkhouse” boasts four post and beam adult bunk beds with private lighting and charging stations in each. Enjoy an oversized luxurious bath with custom vanities, a private toilet and a dual shower bathed in natural light from the windows above. The Bunkhouse opens up to a 35-foot covered porch with massive timbers and breath-taking views of the Dark Horse property. Whether you’re a vacationer seeking an unforgettable experience, or a platinum recording artist working on your next hit, you’ll fall in love with the beauty, spirit, and warm country charm of the Bunkhouse at Dark Horse Recording. Dark Horse Recording is a 10-acre riverside estate is nestled in the rolling hills of Tennessee just five miles from downtown Franklin, and 14 miles from downtown Nashville and music row. During your stay you can hike along the West Harpeth River, stroll the expansive grounds and boardwalks, lounge under the gazebo, and take an exclusive private tour of the world-famous Dark Horse studios. This is a place where you can truly escape from your day to day distractions. I live on the estate so I'm almost always available! And when I'm not, you can call me or the estate manager pretty much any time, and my well-trained staff is almost always available to meet your needs! The Dark Horse Estate is located amid the pristine rolling hills of Franklin, Tennessee, just 17 miles south of downtown Nashville and three miles west of historic downtown Franklin. Note: Please understand that this property is located on the first floor of our studio building. Every day is different. There is nearly always activity such as film shoots, interviews and, of course, recording sessions. You may be able to hear "the creative process" from these sessions inside the apartment. And while late night and early morning sessions are rare, you know musicians... It does happen occasionally. And if there is a session, certain areas of the studio building may be closed off to guests. But if no one is recording, photos and videos of our space are welcome. Tours of the studios are also possible based on the session schedules. Please carefully review HOUSE RULES below! This includes pet policies, property policies, etc. And please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions. HOUSE RULES: - SMOKING: Smoking is not permitted in any buildings. Smoking is allowed only outside, in designated areas. - PARTIES/EVENTS/NOISE: All parties are prohibited. Our goal at Dark Horse is to provide a private and relaxing environment. We are also an active recording studio. Because of these factors, guests may not create a disruptive level of noise. Dark Horse is simply not the place for boisterous groups. - PET POLICY: Dogs are permitted at our properties, with approval in advance. A pet fee will be payable upon arrival of $75 per dog. Please note renter is responsible for any damage by wayward pups. If you plan to bring your dogs, please let us know so that we can send you our full pet policy page. - PLEASE NOTE: All accommodations are to be used as vacation rentals only. If you wish to conduct a business or personal photo shoot, a video shoot, a songwriting or recording session, or any other activity beyond a typical guest vacation rental, please contact us directly at Dark Horse Recording. Once we understand your plans and needs, then we can give you an appropriate price quote. At Dark Horse Recording it’s our goal to exceed your expectations. - USE OF GROUNDS: We want you to feel free to enjoy the Dark Horse grounds. If you would like a tour of the facilities, please chat with a staff member and they will do their best to arrange it if the schedule permits. Additionally, if you would like to use the grounds for any activity that could be intrusive to other guests (such as camping outdoors), please reach out to us to discuss.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
TV
Garden
Map of Franklin, TN
Condo in Franklin, TN
Reasons to book
People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for pets
Includes essentialsGarden, Pets allowed, Kitchen / Kitchenette and more
$$$$
Reviews
4.9/5.0
Outstanding(40 Reviews)
10.0
My wife and I had a great time in Franklin staying at the Dark Horse Recording Studio! Stayed in the bunkhouse and just loved it. Austin was very friendly and helpful. We brought our dog Cooper and it was a great place for a dog lots of land for him to roam and explore. We meet Robin the owner who was also very friendly and nice. Such a neat setting not one you find very often. Would recommend to anyone for a great get away from the ordinary! Thanks Dark Horse team we loved it! Jim
5.0
The dark horse was exactly what I was, hoping for, and exceeded my expectations! Minutes away from downtown Franklin, the owner and staff live on the property and were excellent! Can’t wait to come back!
5.0
I am always looking for unusual places to stay other than the big hotel chains. My experiences this year vacation traveling staying in Vrbo homes and in this case at a recording studio where great musicians have recorded was a wonderful opportunity. Set in country settings away from big crowds and cities I was not disappointed…check out the website for Dark Horse in Franklin Tn
5.0
The property is beautiful and very peaceful. We loved having a cup of coffee on our private porch in the morning. Communication with manager Robin was a great! We really enjoyed touring the studio spaces and having musicians around. The town of Franklin is nearby and so charming! Nashville is also within striking distance. We will be back!!!
5.0
Everything about this place was so amazing. Plan my next booking already!
Friendly for Uber pickups too going downtown Nashville.
5.0
The property is super cool and a totally different experience. Our 5 year old loved the bunk beds in the bunkhouse room. The walkout porch allowed us to drink coffee outside and watch out little boy play in the yard. We could definitely hear music coming from the studio above on Friday night, but it was welcomed and enjoyed!! Robin was a gracious and friendly host and we look forward to returning.
5.0
Truly the most amazing and beautiful place and property we have stayed at in TN. We will definitely be back!
5.0
Perfect place to recant family stories, go for morning walks, and listen to the next hit be recorded.
5.0
The venue is a unique and rustic structure in a quiet and secluded area. Touring the grounds and the recording studio was an added pleasure.
5.0
Took my Mother and Brother here for my Mother's 79th Birthday. Outside of all the stairs for her it was a great experience and just the time away we all needed. I would love to come back with friends.
5.0
We had fun and felt welcome here!
5.0
I was looking for a place to get away with my sons and be able to bring my dog. This property was perfect! We were made to feel welcome and at home the entire time. An eclectic, unique property and experience. Very clean. Short drive to downtown franklin.
3.0
I think I just prefer a bit more cleanliness. There were about ten hand towels on the sink for us to wash our faces or dry our hands with standing mold on them. There were cobwebs & tons of dust on all of the dirty vents and mildew on the shower heads. Communication was VIP level, and the location was perfect, but the room conditions were less than ideal. Music playing at night was not really a problem, but there were so many cars one night that left us without a spot to park. There were plenty of pros but also plenty of cons for what was an expensive night's sleep. If this stay was $150 per night, it would make sense. I think we are just in the 3 star range.
5.0
Thank you Robin and everyone at Dark Horse for providing us with a truly unique experience during our stay in Franklin. We enjoyed the beautiful property and learning about the history of the Dark Horse Studio. Robin and the entire staff were very hospitable and ensured we enjoyed our stay at their property. Thank you again. We look forward to staying with you again soon.
5.0
Great 3 day getaway. Easiest VRBO ever.
Robin, Emilee and the staff are amazing .
The location is secluded yet close to historic Franklin. The area is beautiful, and the Dark Horse architecture is worth a visit. Would definitely go back!
5.0
Just loved the facility but what made the place even better were the staff and people there. Just great to work with and a pleasure to do business with as well.
5.0
Fabulous Girls Weekend
This property is amazing, beautiful, and incredibly open and accommodating. We enjoyed communicating with and meeting Emilee, the manager, who gave us a full tour of the studio and property. The location feels like a remote getaway, but if very close to lots of sites, shops, and restaurants.
4.0
Peaceful place not far from town - very pretty and not too remote. The "bunk house" is really just a hotel room so the name threw me a little. The room is nicely appointed and reminded me of Wolf Lodge accommodations. The bunks are not uncomfortable, but they are indeed bunks so be ready for that. There was a nice porch where I spent some time reading and enjoying watching my dog play on the property.
When I arrived, I had just spent 3-4 really difficult days moving boxes and such - I was not in great shape physically and realized on arrival that both the possible paths to my room were somewhat difficult. A truly tiny woman took all my bags and belongings to my room for me. If she hadn't, I might have just slept in the car I was so exhausted, but she was so very kind (not to mention strong!) and provided this help at the exact right moment. Thank you!! There are coffee fixings in the room, but the kitchen is actually down the hall in a shared area.
This was a nice, quiet place to hang out for a few days while our home was being shown.
4.0
Peaceful location, lovely setting
Peaceful place not far from town - very pretty and not too remote. The "bunk house" is really just a hotel room so the name threw me a little. The room is nicely appointed and reminded me of Wolf Lodge accommodations. The bunks are not uncomfortable, but they are indeed bunks so be ready for that. There was a nice porch where I spent some time reading and enjoying watching my dog play on the property.
When I arrived, I had just spent 3-4 really difficult days moving boxes and such - I was not in great shape physically and realized on arrival that both the possible paths to my room were somewhat difficult. A truly tiny woman took all my bags and belongings to my room for me. If she hadn't, I might have just slept in the car I was so exhausted, but she was so very kind (not to mention strong!) and provided this help at the exact right moment. Thank you!! There are coffee fixings in the room, but the kitchen is actually down the hall in a shared area.
This was a nice, quiet place to hang out for a few days while our home was being shown.
5.0
Respite
Beautiful part of the country and great hospitality. Unusual setting being within an active recording studio. Can't wait to try the Cottage the next time I am in the area.
5.0
This was my second stay at Blackhorse, and won't be our last! It's a stunning property, and there's so much music and adventure to soak in. Definitely a must see!!
5.0
Great place! So beautiful!
This was my second stay at Blackhorse, and won't be our last! It's a stunning property, and there's so much music and adventure to soak in. Definitely a must see!!
5.0
Amazing Property
My wife, daugher (11) and I enjoyed this amazing property during a stay that required us to be in downtown Mashville for a week long event. The day we arrived there was a snowstorm which added to the fun. Robin is a wonderful host and the property is simply amazing. The Bunkhouse fit our needs perfectly and we loved staying there and hope to do so again.
5.0
I cannot say enough great things about our stay at the Darkhorse Bunkhouse. Emilee, our contact was so kind, friendly and helpful. The whole process was really easy and comfortable. Such a cool place to see and convenient place for us and our two puppies. There is always some kind of music happening. It is a recording studio and has such a great, low key vibe. It's not intrusive at all, just a cool background. Will definitely stay there again.
5.0
Place was secluded but close enough to Franklin so that it wasn't a problem to go out for dinner, etc. Emilee and her staff were very accommodating including a tour of the premises and the recording studios. We stayed in the bunkhouse and the bunk beds were comfortable and plenty big enough for adults. The bathroom in the bunkhouse is worth the price of admission. Grounds are beautiful; we enjoyed sitting outside on the porch with blankets and sipping wine as we reminiced about our day in the area. There's something pretty cool about staying at a place where Taylor, Dolly, Reba, Keith, etc. recorded albums.
5.0
Perfect! Unique and interesting
I cannot say enough great things about our stay at the Darkhorse Bunkhouse. Emilee, our contact was so kind, friendly and helpful. The whole process was really easy and comfortable. Such a cool place to see and convenient place for us and our two puppies. There is always some kind of music happening. It is a recording studio and has such a great, low key vibe. It's not intrusive at all, just a cool background. Will definitely stay there again.
5.0
Magical. Not your usual VRBO rental! Everyone very friendly, highly recommended if you don’t mind coming and going with other people who are there to record and learn, as the main building (where the bunk room is) is an active recording studio.
5.0
Unique and charming
Magical. Not your usual VRBO rental! Everyone very friendly, highly recommended if you don’t mind coming and going with other people who are there to record and learn, as the main building (where the bunk room is) is an active recording studio.
5.0
Totally Enjoyed
Place was secluded but close enough to Franklin so that it wasn't a problem to go out for dinner, etc. Emilee and her staff were very accommodating including a tour of the premises and the recording studios. We stayed in the bunkhouse and the bunk beds were comfortable and plenty big enough for adults. The bathroom in the bunkhouse is worth the price of admission. Grounds are beautiful; we enjoyed sitting outside on the porch with blankets and sipping wine as we reminiced about our day in the area. There's something pretty cool about staying at a place where Taylor, Dolly, Reba, Keith, etc. recorded albums.
5.0
One of a kind!!
Absolutely stunning property, amazing staff, the location and property itself is indescribably beautiful! Can't wait for it next stay!! LOVE!!!
5.0
Great property
Good customer serive
5.0
Amazing!!
The most relaxing place!! If you love music this is the spot! We woke up to saxophones & coffee which is incredible. I highly recommend this place!!!
5.0
My son and I needed a place to stay while our home was being renovated. It was a very "out of the box" location and I was kind of nervous at first. However, we had the best time. The Property Mgr, Emilee, was so helpful and quick to respond. It was also really cool for my son to be able to see and hear some of the recording sessions taking place at the studio. Its an experience you wouldn't find elsewhere. The actual bunkhouse was super cool and we never heard a peep from anybody when we were hanging out in our space. Its conveniently located near Nashville, Leipers Fork, and Franklin.
5.0
Beautiful property, incredible space, caring property management!
5.0
We flew into Nashville for a concert and we’re looking for a place to stay near Franklin to be outside the city and enjoy some quiet.
The location and setting are beautiful. The staff were wonderful and the space was comfortable.. We moved our time at Dark Horse and look forward to coming back soon!
5.0
We flew into Nashville for a concert and we’re looking for a place to stay near Franklin to be outside the city and enjoy some quiet. The location and setting are beautiful. The staff were wonderful and the space was comfortable.. We moved our time at Dark Horse and look forward to coming back soon!
5.0
Great stay in a great location
We flew into Nashville for a concert and we’re looking for a place to stay near Franklin to be outside the city and enjoy some quiet.
The location and setting are beautiful. The staff were wonderful and the space was comfortable.. We moved our time at Dark Horse and look forward to coming back soon!
5.0
Lovely stay
Beautiful property, incredible space, caring property management!
5.0
would stay there again. Quiet relaxing and charming.
5.0
Unique!
What a unique experience! I was originally going with my teenagers and thought it would be a fun experience to stay in an active and well-known recording studio environment as I show them the Nashville area.
Unfortunately, my kids had unexpected assignments due in an already challenging academic year and did not want to risk not completing things in a timely manner. So I went on my own, and my experience at this venue absolutely ensures I will bring my kids back another time to experience it for themselves! The whole property is just beautiful, peaceful and interesting.
Robin could not have been more accommodating and accessible. Everything you need is there and if it isn’t obvious, just ask! It is a bustling environment, so bear that in mind. I found it charming and familiar, as I used to work in the industry. I wouldn’t call it disruptive or loud at all—just that it is a working studio and you breathe in the sense that creative and wonderful things are happening around you!
FAQs
How much does this condo cost compared to others in Franklin?
The average price for a rental in Franklin is $250 per night. This rental is $179 above the average.
Is parking included with this condo?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Charming Bunkhouse \/ Private Porch \/ Double Shower. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this condo?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this condo. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Charming Bunkhouse \/ Private Porch \/ Double Shower pet friendly?
Yes! This condo is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Charming Bunkhouse \/ Private Porch \/ Double Shower?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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