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Fork Inn's Pond Cottage (2BR/1Bath), HotTub PC

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Property grounds
Terrace/patio
Aerial view
Aerial view
TV, books, offices

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Fork Inn's Pond Cottage (2BR/1Bath), HotTub PC

Summary:
Picturesque cottage (hottub, firepit, 625 gal pool across road) is a beautiful place to relax and unwind. Located at the top of a small hill, Pond Cottage (the Chelsea Hotel #2) is nestled in the middle of nature. you might be visited by creatures with 2,4,6, or 8 legs. Fire pit. 7 acre Lake Gratitude is a short walk. Perfect solitude within a 2000 acre conservation easement. NO PETS. NO use of indoor fireplace. Base price is for two guests. Additional $40/night fee for more than two guests.

The Space:
Pond house features two bedrooms that all share a full bathroom making this space is perfect for small families or besties. The kitchen holds a small dining area and overlooks the living room for added comfort and closeness. Charming in its rustic character, Pond House will help you remember the simple things in life. Outside Hot tub available ($50 setup fee required).

The Chelsea Hotels cabin has two bedrooms: #411 (the Janis Joplin Room) and #424 (the Leonard Cohen Room) .who had an infamous rendezvous at the Bohemian Chelsea
Hotel in New York City in the Spring of 1968. After her death at 27 in 1970, Cohen who stayed on this property, was inspired by Big East Fork Creek to write an elegy to Joplin.
You can read about it in a Rolling Stones article.

Guest Access:
You will receive the door punch code before you arrive onsite. The Fork Inn offices are located at 5528 Big East Fork Rd. Registered guests of the Fork Inn may park at the Lake Gratitude Natural Area parking lot. Car passes must be visible on windshield.

The Neighborhood:
Pond Cottage has no close neighbors. It’s a rural paradise that's just a short walk from 6-acre lake Gratitude.

Getting Around:
Uber operates here, but a personal or rental vehicle is recommended.

Other Things to Note:
Please check in before dark as the Pond House can be difficult to find at night. As soon as you go into the driveway, make a right and go up the hill. The Pond House is to the right.

The price quoted is for Lodging only. If you are having an EVENT you must send a message to receive details and pricing. The internet is via cellular wi-fi hotspot. Although it is unlimited, it is not fast. The more folks on the system, the slower it works.

Interaction with Guests:
At Pond House, you will have solitude amidst abundant nature, but should you wish to meet new friends, Big East Fork Retreat is close by and always looking for new friends! We generally leave our guests alone, but may visit at an appropriate time to say hello.

Property manager

owner/property manager

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Shower/bathtub combination

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 23

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Note from host: Charge may apply

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

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Pond House Picturesque Cottage

About the area

Map
Franklin, TN

What's nearby

  • Franklin Theatre - 16 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Lotz House Museum - 17 min drive - 16.6 km
  • The Factory - 19 min drive - 18.0 km
  • CoolSprings Galleria - 25 min drive - 23.6 km
  • Vanderbilt University - 36 min drive - 35.3 km

Getting around

  • Nashville International Airport (BNA) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fox & Locke - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Snappy's Pizza Of Fairview - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪High Brow Coffee + Tea - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Kokomo Trading Company - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Sweethaven - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fork Inn's Pond Cottage (2BR/1Bath), HotTub PC pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Fork Inn's Pond Cottage (2BR/1Bath), HotTub PC?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fork Inn's Pond Cottage (2BR/1Bath), HotTub PC?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Fork Inn's Pond Cottage (2BR/1Bath), HotTub PC located?

Situated in Franklin, this cabin is within 9 miles (15 km) of Westhaven Golf Club, Gentry Lake and Westhaven Lake. Paw Paw Theater and Lever Lake are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Fork Inn's Pond Cottage (2BR/1Bath), HotTub PC Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Andrew G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Cottage
Starting and ending the day in the hot tub was was great. The outdoor shower was pretty neat. The kitchen had all of the supplies that we needed. Proximity to Leaper's Fork and Franklin is also nice. We did have to deal with wasps in the house and avoided the main bedroom because of them, but there was ample spray and the hosts were responsive to our outreach.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

DeAnn J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Charming and beautiful area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Kathie W.

Nice Oasis
It was quiet and very remote. It’s a cute little cottage and we did not really need tv or internet so it was good for us. We had fun playing the old records on the record player. Beds very comfortable and nice spot for just the two of us. Would come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Valerie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peace
In some ways we didn’t really want to leave the cabin once we arrived. But since we were only there for a few days we did go out to dinner. I would love to come back when I didn’t have to work because it was so quiet and peaceful and beautiful.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leslie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin escape
Loved my stay it was off the beaten path and perfect for creative thinking
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Connie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
weekend getaway
great property, location and host. Wade was really helpful and pleasant. Wil stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B., Rembert, SC

Liked: Cleanliness
Very peaceful location and excellent hosts available for any requests.
The property is in excellent condition and offers activities -hiking, horseback riding etc. it is a close drive to grocery and local restaurants if desired. The hosts were fantastic and readily available! I will definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Levi S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Review
Great.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paris G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect writing retreat
This lovely little cottage brings the world in like a snug hug. I was there to write and the space, especially the screened in porch and the chairs down by the pond make it a nice spot for that. My daughter spent one night with a friend and they had adventurous walks and met lots of tadpoles in the creeks. My 12 year old loves it too! This was my second trip and we’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elise P., Dawsonville, GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
We had a great time at the Pond House. The surroundings are breathtaking and the house itself is warm and welcoming. There's plenty to do depending on your stay, would definitely reccomend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Charles K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Beautifully secluded but very accessible to Franklin and Nashville. On site activities an added bonus. Clean, well supplied.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shawn J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful time
The cabin was gorgeous and sucluded. The cabin and property was everything as described. The host wade was really nice and helpful. Really looking forward to going back.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

carlene J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Get Away
Cozy, beautiful, rustic cabin in the woods. Delightful respite! Basic amenities, enjoyed trails and seeing the farm animals in addition to enjoying the cabin and scenery. Good communication with staff made the trip go very smoothly!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Bobbie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
Very peaceful place. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ronald W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pond House
Property was just as advertised - nice secluded cabin in the hills. Just what we were looking for. Nice trail to hike right behind cabin. Owner was very nice and went out of his way to return an item left behind. Would stay here again.

10/10 Excellent

Lyndon L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet, Peaceful, Relaxing
All was fine. Two days of peace and quite.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Rayna M.

Quiet and a stones throw from great activities
Questions were answered in a timely manner. The cottage as a great front porch and we enjoyed watching & listening to the birds. We had a great fall drive and found hiking trails. Great location to get to places like Leiper's Fork, Franklin, Columbia, etc. Would have loved to use the fire places! My only suggestion would be to add some kitchen utensils and basic spices (S&P) to the lovely kitchen. There were plates, silverware, cups but no spatula, tongs, etc. Cute decorating throughout the cottage! Would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Richard K., Atlanta, Georgia USA

Quiet, calming, oasis in nature
The cabin is rustic and comfortable. We enjoyed being in the country, yet convenient to Franklin and all its food/etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Alexandra B.

Quiet Cabin retreat
Such a lovely time at the cabin. It rained more than we were expecting and the cabin was our woodsy retreat. It was very comfortable and mostly clean. Some areas out of reach may need some TLC but mostly tidy. My favorite part was the screened in porch, it was perfect for me to wake up before everyone and drink coffee and read my book. The outdoor shower was more refreshing than I could imagine and comes in close 2nd!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

William K.

Nestled in Tranquility
Was as described .A perfect spot to unplug from the hustle and bustle of life. Just bring what ever food you want (although dining is just a winding road ride away) because all your basic needs are included. My wife and I enjoyed the option of an outdoor shower, while my 20yr old daughter was a traditionalist and bathed indoors. Will recommend and plan to return someday.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

6/10 Okay

Ameen E.

Gud locality but
the cabin and the place its located is really splendid ,secluded but we end up not having even basic groceries like salt and sugar and TOILET papersfor 4 members for 3 night stay?? . people may not be looking for internet so thats not must but we prepared to check mails occasionally since they have mentioned wifi is available but the frankly ..a randon black box with blinking lights which did not provide any internet..lol anyways i simply loved the location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Renee D.

Beautiful, peaceful setting. Lovely rustic cottage. I've never seen lovelier wooden floors and doors
Leipers Fork had lovely art gallery, antiques and tea room for lunch. Puckett's BBQ with live music is what everyone talks about and it was fun but there was a whole different artisan vibe besides the down home country air at Puckett's
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Timothy R.

Comfortable stay, beautiful setting, practical matters
We really liked the cabin and the area. Quite beautiful and the cabin was comfortable. We stay in a cabin/cottage in part to be able to cook meals instead of eating out. If you do the same, you may want to bring an extra pot and pan. Only found one pot and one pan. Cooking was possible and we did cook, but a little challenging. Probably the area, but wifi was too slow to be useful for my work I had hoped to do. Still, well worth it and would stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

michael m.

Top notch
I didn't actually get to stay in this property. I had it booked and the group that was staying there before us requested to extend. The property manager put us in a very nice home on 100 acres with ponds, wildlife, and great scenery. They have several homes around the neighborhood all are on great pieces of property with lots of privacy. When I come back to the area I will definitely look them up again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018