Bear House 1890, Stinson Suite, Perfect Getaway, Walk to Cafes, Outdoor Activity
About this condo rental
Nestled in Chattanooga, this lovely condo for RÂ 2,009 per night is a fantastic option for your next vacation. đ» Welcome to the Historic Bear House Circa 1890! The best of everything!! Refined luxury, detailed amenities, large beautiful property. Walk to local restaurants, shops, grocery store, hiking and biking trails, tourist attractions. Less than 4 miles from Aquarium, all downtown, mountain and waterfront activities. Beautifully restored 120 year old house, the Bear House, and additional carriage house with beautiful grounds. A rare opportunity to stay in a special historic property that adds to your trip experience; much more than simply a place to spend the night! Centrally located in Chattanooga in the trendy St Elmo Historic District, at the foot of Lookout Mountain. Private Stinson Suite daylight basement apartment at the Bear House, with its own entrance, offers historic charm with modern-day amenities. Wonderful, private apartment including two bedrooms and a full bath. Open kitchen, living and dining floor plan. **High quality, fully equipped kitchen with electric stove/oven, dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator. Small appliances include toaster, mixer, crock pot and electric teapot. The hospitality center comes equipped with Keurig and a well stocked variety of coffee, teas and hot chocolate and related condiments. The basics are kept stocked for your convenience: paper towels, garbage bags, cleaning supplies, laundry detergent, foils and plastic wrap, salt and pepper, spices, olive oil, canola oil, sugar and some breakfast items. **Beautiful living room with ample seating, dining, games, high speed Wifi, large smart HDTV with Cable, Amazon Prime and Netflix - a wonderful gathering space for you to relax and enjoy your visit. **Resource center in living room with office supplies, vacations guides, reading materials. **Queen bed, luxury bedding and linens, Smart HDTV with Amazon Prime and Netflix, iron and ironing board, full length mirror, luggage racks, water bottles, bedside radio/clock with 2 outlets and 2 ports for charging your devices, high speed Wifi (lower ceiling - 7'10"). **Full bed, luxury bedding and linens, full length mirror, luggage rack, water bottles, bedside radio/clock with 2 outlets and 2 ports for charging your devices, high speed Wifi. (lower ceiling - 7'4") **Spacious full size bathroom with bathtub/shower combination (rain head faucet), hair dryer, and specialty toiletries from nationally known local store Good Fortune (soaps, body wash, bath salts, lotion), luxury towels and numerous amenities. **Separate laundry room with large capacity washer and dryer. Laundry room located in the main house (Bear House), in the hallway outside Stinson Suite. Shared between Stinson Suite and the Carriage House (Sherfey Suite & Lilly''s Loft). Our spacious property offers many opportunities for gathering spaces outdoors. The large old-fashioned front porch, courtyard garden and gazebo are wonderful spots for morning coffee, a special evening meal, or a place to relax in a comfortable chair with a good book. The special garden areas, and larger outdoor seating areas provide additional space for your enjoyment. Be sure to explore the carved bears placed around the property and hear their story! In the spring and summer, help yourself to the blackberries and small vegetable garden. And donât miss the scavenger hunt; over 40 sculptured animals roam the property for you to find. Our beautiful large property sits on an entire block, front to back, in the charming St Elmo Historic District. There is the majestic main house called Historic Bear House 1890 (6500sqft) that consists of 3 other private apartments. My husband and I reside on the private first floor in the main house. Just a hop, skip, and a jump away from the main house, through the luscious courtyard, is the Carriage House (1600sqft) with 2 private apartments. With over 25 years experience in the rental property business, we specialize in a broad spectrum of lodging needs, from quick getaways, to out of town family and friends, to corporate rentals and short term rentals. With pampered on-site attention youâll feel taken care of from your first inquiry until the end of your stay, whether it is a short trip or a few months. Be sure to check out our other private apartments located here at the Historic Bear House 1890 property: Workman Wing, 2 BR, 1BA, #1021491 Wheland Wing, 2 BR, 1BA, #1021450 Johnson Retreat, 4BR, 2BA, #1021232 (Workman & Wheland Wings combined) Stinson Suite, 2BR, 1BA, #1076824 Lillyâs Loft, 1BR, 1BA, #1324077 Sherfey Suite, 1BR, 1BA, #1172405
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Map of Chattanooga, TN
Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(203 Reviews)
5.0
Steve and Sharmey were incredibly gracious and accommodating. We would stay again in a heartbeat.
5.0
The hosts are a very sweet couple that live on the first floor. We stayed on the Stinson Suite and it was fillled with thoughtful touches like a basket of snacks, bottled waters, a coffee bar stocked with creamer and sugar, makeup remover wipes, toiletries, and even a supplies basket with deodorant and toothbrushes in case we forgot something. The location was perfect. We walked to the Incline Railway and restaurants, and Rock City was less than a 10 minute drive. Also, the beds were like sleeping on clouds! We only wish we could have stayed longer.
4.0
The Stinson Suite was cozy and charming. However being in the basement there were some ceiling height restrictions and the flooring was uneven making it difficult for older adults or those with disabilities.
5.0
Hard to picture any better place to stay than the Bear House. It was our second stay. Hard to get closer to Rock City.
5.0
We loved the little basement apartment. It was homey, clean, nice private access, all the amenities you could think of. The apartment is nicely stocked with snacks, some drinks, all the little things that so many places do not provide and you do not really want to pack for your vacation or go buy either. This was really a great little place for a small family or would be great for a friends getaway. The homeowners and their assistants were very sweet and are near if you need them for anything.
5.0
Very clean, well-stocked property, in a great location. The bed was comfortable, the towels were good quality. Plenty of outdoor seating areas. We would definitely stay there again if we were in the area.
5.0
We had a great time at Bear House! Such a charming and unique place to stay. We stayed in the Stinson suite and it worked perfectly for our family of 4. Two separate bedrooms and a TV in the master allowed us some time to relax together after our kids went to sleep. The kids loved all the statues to look at in the yard. It's within walking distance of a few restaurants, which was very helpful. We are already planning to come back again!
5.0
We had an amazing stay in the St Elmo neighborhood last weekend. The location was beautiful....historic homes literally right down the road from the Incline Railroad. While it was roughly a 10 minute drive to the main downtown area, we could walk to several restaurants in the St Elmo district (Mr T's Pizza and Clumpie's Ice Cream were both a hit with our young children). The property itself was immaculate, and had all provisions needed for cooking and meal prep, including paper products, which I always appreciate. The outside property was also beautiful, and my kids enjoyed going on "bear hunts" and "treasure hunts". I would highly recommend this property if you are staying in Chattanooga!
5.0
The basement was the cave we wanted. Great place to stay. The owners think of everything. The space was clean and welcoming. 100% will stay here again
5.0
The property was so cute, very clean (sheets and towels smelled very fresh) and the owners were really lovely!
5.0
Roomier than we had anticipated, clean as a whistle, charmingly decorated. The apartment is in the lower level of a house in an established and well kept neighborhood at the foot of the mountain, close to restaurants and supermarket. Quiet and very comfortable. Management was very responsive to all questions.
5.0
This was the best VRBO we have ever stayed at. Everything was beyond well-stocked. The snacks for the kids were a great touch, and they also loved the scavenger hunt. Perfect example of southern hospitality.
5.0
This place was the perfect spot for our visit to family! Only ten minutes drive up Lookout Mountain to all the attractions, short drive to downtown, and a walk to St Elmo! Such a wonderful location and a nice haven during our family trip! The owners are so wonderful and have many great recommendations and history about Chattanooga and Lookout Mountain! I would definitely stay here again while visiting family!
5.0
Amazing place with great history. Probably could have sat with the host for hours listening to the history of Chattanooga.
5.0
The property was lovely. Would recomend it. Not really big enough for more than 3 people.
Very well equped. Owner/manager very nice.
5.0
Very welcoming and responsive hosts, comfortable bed with nice linens and lots of bath supplies, everything we needed and more. We enjoyed sitting in one of the gardens at the end of the day, location is nice and a great base for daily trips. Photos are accurate.
5.0
The location is ideal! So close to everything. The hosts really go above and beyond to ensure your stay is perfect! We really enjoyed our stay!
5.0
The Bear House property was the perfect location and the owners were wonderful. The Stinson Suite had everything we needed and more. We truly enjoyed the extra touches throughout!
5.0
Our stay at the Bear House was a total surprise. The host were great at check in, and we only saw them if we needed something. The neighborhood felt completely safe at all hours. Our apartment was the unbelievably part. The entire space was immaculate. The beds were incredible, everything you would need and then some was provided. A generous snack bowl and candy was supplied which was great with our busy schedule. Convenient to EVERYTHING! We want to book again to stay and enjoy when we don't have such a packed schedule. I would recommend staying on this property 10/10!
5.0
Would gladly stay here again. Unfortunately, usually travel with two french bulldogs so probably won't be able to. Cute little historic district just a few blocks from the incline railway. Several restaurants, coffee shop, grocery store, etc. Probably one of the best set up kitchens I've ever had.
5.0
I traveled for a quick weekend getaway with my three kids. The Stinson Suite was perfect for us. None of us are taller than 5â9â so the ceiling heights were not an issue but if my husband had been with us, he might have had to stay bent over in the bedroom area and shower.
The location was perfect for the popular sites around Lookout Mountain. We drove to Rock City and Ruby Falls but walking distance to the Incline Railway and a few restaurants.
The hosts were very friendly and had the suite fully stocked with all the necessities including a snack & treat bowl for all of us to enjoyđ We felt totally safe in this charming and renovated historic home. Will definitely look here first when we decide to travel back to Chattanooga again!
5.0
Steve and Sharman were great hosts, and we loved the house! We highly recommend staying here.
5.0
Nicest, most responsive hosts we have ever had for a Vrbo. Top hosts of at least 15 that we have rented. Best cleanliness. Great location. Every single amentity/utility worked like a charm. Enjoyed meeting the host and speaking with him.
5.0
It was an adorable little place. We loved the decorations and little thoughtful things all over. And it was just a short drive to everything we wanted to see. Would definitely stay here again.
5.0
We happened to choose a week when it rained all the time. We found indoor activities and nice restaurants, and it was always nice to come back to our cozy rooms, beautifully decorated for Christmas.
5.0
Loved this place! Great location and adorable space. Hosts had everything you could think to need. Even had it decorated for Christmas! Would highly recommend.
5.0
The house was way cool! The owners were exceptionally friendly and went way beyond the norm in stocking the shelves with goodies and essentials. This will be our "go to" when visiting Chatanooga.
5.0
Our stay at the Bear House in the Stinson Suite was amazing. The house was in a great location and the host was amazing. We loved every minute of our stay.
5.0
The owner was very accommodating with a lot of history on the house and the St. Elmo area. Lots of really cute areas around the outside of the house for our family to gather up after dinner. We highly recommend !
5.0
Stayed here with a friend for a swim race. Convenient to the race, and to post-swim drinks and dinner in St. Elmo. Beautiful outdoor spaces, comfy beds.
5.0
This was a cozy and very clean spot! Super convenient to everything. They had games, snacks, and some bottled water.
The owners were excellent to deal with!! They are very kind!
We very much appreciated the hospitality!
5.0
Such a great home! Owners were awesome to work with! Made check in/check out super easy! I was able to call and ask questions before coming in- they were A+!! Home was clean and stocked with basics to help us get settled in after traveling. Awesome outside patio area to hang out in too! We will be back! Thanks so much!
5.0
Easy communications, check-in/out was super easy. We stayed in the Stinson Suite and loved it! Cute little suite for a couple and a child, maybe 2. Kitchen was clean and well stocked. Very close to all major attractions, while being in a quiet area. Will definitely visit again!
5.0
Beautiful garden areas to sit and visit, have a coffee, or sip on your favorite drink at night! Great location for exploring everything in the area.
5.0
The whole process was easy and we loved the location! Really enjoyed the Tap House!
5.0
We had a great experience with this property. Everything was very clean, neat, and tidy. The linens were very high quality, and we enjoyed the locally made soap so much we found the store and bought some to bring home! The kitchen had high quality dishes and pots/pans/utensils for almost any baking or cooking you might want to do. We also used the washer and dryer to do a batch of laundry so we didnât bring home many dirty clothes.
The only minor negative thing that might bother some people was that the rooms are not exactly on one level. Yes, you walk down a flight of stairs to get to the suite, but once inside there are a couple of levels too. There is a slight incline/short ramp into the queen bedroom. To get to the full bedroom, there are 2-3 stairs. Also, inside the bathroom, there are a couple of stairs to get up to the tub/shower. None of these bothered us at all, but if you have a toddler learning to walk, or are an adult who does ok on flights of stairs but overall prefers flat areas, it would be nice to know ahead of time.
Overall, we loved our time here! The Stinson suite was the perfect size for our family (mom, dad, girls 4 & 9). We would definitely recommend this property to anyone interested in visiting Chattanooga!!
5.0
Chattanooga Gem-The Bear House
We have stayed in many rentals in our time, and without a doubt, The Bear House is the tops. Great location, beautiful grounds, and charming apartment. Best-appointed place ever! We wanted for nothing! From coffee pods, to sweet treats, to breakfast goodies, all in abundance for our use. Overall, a treat! Kudos to our host and hostess!
5.0
Everything was perfect from our host & hostess to the location. Everything is close and convenient and the appartment is truly comfortable and relaxing. I look forward to coming back and bringing others to explore & apprecaite what we were able to enjoy. Thank you Steve & Sharman, you're the best.
5.0
Cousins Explore Chattanooga
Everything was perfect from our host & hostess to the location. Everything is close and convenient and the appartment is truly comfortable and relaxing. I look forward to coming back and bringing others to explore & apprecaite what we were able to enjoy. Thank you Steve & Sharman, you're the best.
5.0
We really enjoyed our home away from home đ
Was easy , no problems at all
FAQs
How much does this condo cost compared to others in Chattanooga?
The average price for a rental in Chattanooga is RÂ 2,309 per night. This rental is RÂ 300 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this condo?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Bear House 1890, Stinson Suite, Perfect Getaway, Walk to Cafes, Outdoor Activity. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this condo?
We didnât find pool listed as an amenity for this condo. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Bear House 1890, Stinson Suite, Perfect Getaway, Walk to Cafes, Outdoor Activity pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this condo is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Bear House 1890, Stinson Suite, Perfect Getaway, Walk to Cafes, Outdoor Activity?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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