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

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Dining
Outdoor dining
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Chattanooga, TN
  • Place, Coolidge Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Tennessee River
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Tennessee Aquarium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan)
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

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.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be within walking distance of Tennessee River. Enjoy features like laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a jetted tub are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washer/dryer, and 3.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • Just a 4-minute drive from Tennessee River and a few minutes from Tennessee Aquarium
As a guest of this vacation home, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max 2 spaces)

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

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

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Guidebooks
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Return any moved furniture to its original placement.
Cover outdoor furniture if you remove the covers during your stay.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

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.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 Registration Number STVR-22-26
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jennifer was so kind and her home was just as pictured! Very clean and close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was perfect for our stay. We loved the house and the outside seating was wonderful. Jennifer was awesome to work with and gave us some great recommendations for the area. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time here! The house was so clean, comfortable and inviting. My 3 year old loved the toys and books provided and she was so entertained in the evenings after our outings. We would definitely look to stay here again if we go back to the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home was perfect for our family weekend getaway. Jennifer is the best hostess, very communicative and helpful. The pictures on the website don’t do the house justice. It is beautiful and immaculately clean. We will be going back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was perfect for us. The location was great, easy access to the downtown area, the zoo and the aquarium and even a trip to Rock City was easy. It was great having two master suites and the grandkids loved the puzzles and magna tiles and the outside play set. The living room fit all 7 of us and having the openness of the kitchen living and dining was awesome. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey A.

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

Great Stay!

We loved staying at this property! The communication with the host was incredible and she accommodated an early check in for us , which we appreciate so much ! The cookies left for us were delicious. Our toddler loved the play kitchen and toys available . It’s close to some delicious restaurants and to the aquarium .Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy O.

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

Great time

The house is beautiful. Had everything we needed for our stay. Would definitely rent this house again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was even nicer than the pictures and all of the little touches were just the cherry on top! The playground was a huge hit with our kids and there was ample space for everyone to relax and unwind! My only caution to anyone looking to book with elderly or disabled folks would be that it is a very steep driveway and there is a full flight of stairs to get to the main level of the home, which was difficult for my 90 yr old grandmother, but not an issue for the rest of the group. Jennifer was also excellent at communication and responses were almost instant! I would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam P.

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

Great Stay

This worked perfect for our family, including 2 three year olds and 2 one year olds.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

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

Moore family gathering

This place is AMAZING! It was the perfect spot for our family!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefani H.

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

Amazing property and hostess!!

This was the best property we have ever rented through VRBO! Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Malinda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home is gorgeous. Perfect for multi generations. Has plenty to keep kids busy. Well appointed. I really felt I was staying in someones home. Will definitely stay again and recommend to friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline I.

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

The most fabulous stay!!

We loved everything about this stay- it was so comfortable and spacious. The home is beautiful and so convenient to everything! We will definitely be back!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erika H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Golf trip . great location for course . Very comfortable with everything you would need away from home . Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate L.

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

Wonderful property

This is an amazing place. The location is perfect - near restaurants with hiking trails nearby. The outdoor patio with a grill was really nice. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
11 out of 10!! Our stay was magical. The entire home was charming and cozy. We had lots of room and were supplied with so many extras that made meals in easy. Jennifer even left us a jar of local cookies that were beyond yummy. Strongly recommended to anyone who visits Chattanooga, whether you need the space (or not). We didn’t bring kiddos, but it’s well stocked for them too.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kathy s.

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

Absolute gem!

This was a beautiful home. We have stayed in many vrbo places and this one was one of the very best.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carlos Gabriel D.

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

Wonderful property

Probably the best house I have ever rented through Vrbo. Every detail is taken care of with love. I will definitely stay there again when in Chattanooga.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey C.

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

Chattanooga family/friend trip

The accommodations were excellent. The home was clean, close to downtown for easy access to restaurants/shopping, had plenty of toys for the kids and was on a very quiet street! The host was also very easy to communicate with. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phylis F.

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

Spacious, lovely, and comfortable!

Everything in this house is designed to make guests comfortable! Spacious rooms, upscale furnishings, and luxurious linens make it a place where you want to just hang out. Also, we found the location very convenient to restaurants and attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

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

Birthday trip to Chattanooga

The house is the best kid-friendly house. ALL the beds are very comfortable. Can't beat the location. Great trip celebrating two birthdays! Will stay at this house again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023