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Surrounded by state parks!

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Property grounds
Property grounds
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, books
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6135 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Surrounded by state parks!

Nestled in the country on 6 acres in White County, Shady Creek is located between Sparta and Cookeville, TN. Enjoy the creek from the back deck or enjoy the sounds of our 2 waterfalls from the front porch. You can also enjoy all the wildlife that wander the property or start up the fire pit where you can relax with friends. Drive to town and see a movie at the Sparta Drive-In. (Open Fri and Sat nights)

The space: Our home is a two bedroom home and two baths. There is also a pull out sofa in the living room with linens and blankets in the closets. There is a fully stocked kitchen with a crockpot included. Full size washer and dryer. A deck runs along the entire back of the home which overlooks Cherry Creek. There is a charcoal grill. We also have a fire pit (wood is located in the shed) and covered parking area for two but plenty of other places to park as well. If you follow the path down past the old chicken coop to the right of the house, you will be able to enjoy our small waterfalls.

All TV's are streaming where you can log into your accounts to enjoy several different apps or download your own. There are many free apps on the TV's that don't require you to sign in.

One thing to know about our location: There is no cell service at the house unless you turn on wifi calling, connect to our wifi and you will be able to make calls and send texts with no problem. To do this, on your phone go to Settings>Phone Settings or Call Settings> Click on Wifi Calling.

There are cows adjacent to our property with an electric fence. Please do not touch the fence.

Both bathroom sink faucet handles are opposite...hot is on the right and cold is on the left.

Guest access: Our property is outside the city limits. You don't have any neighbors. There is a gate to our property but it will be opened. Self check-in with keypad. We have a ring camera at the front door that will be snoozed upon check in. Any tampering with the Ring camera is not allowed.

If there is anything that you need during your stay, feel free to contact us. We are just up the road.

Other things to know: There is an abundance of places surrounding us where you can hike, bike, cave, kayak, fish and golf. Several state parks all all around us (listed below) as well as Center Hill Lake (14 miles), Dale Hollow Lake (56.5 miles), Percy Priest Lake (85.2 miles) Lake Chickamauga (76.6 miles), Cordell Hull Lake (54.5 miles) and Fort Loudon Lake (80.9 miles). You can also explore Cumberland Caverns which is just a thirty minute drive to McMinnville.

OUTDOORS: We are surrounded by state parks! Golden Mountain State Park (3.4 miles) Burgess Falls State Park (12.1 miles) Lost Creek Falls Natural Area (20.5 miles) Virgin Falls (25.9 miles) Rock Island State Park (27.8 miles) Cummins Falls State Park (28.2 miles) Fall Creek Falls State Park (32.8 miles) Edgar Evins State Park (34.2 miles) Cumberland Mountain State Park (40.3 miles) Standing Stone State Park (40.7 miles)

EAT & DRINK: Sparta, TN has many little hometown restaurants and brewery's. The second Saturday of the month between Oct and March, you can buy breakfast at Cherry Creek Volunteer F.D. just up the road from the house. Simply turn left out of the driveway and drive two miles until you see the Fire Department on your right. The building is red and the address is 124 Montgomery Rd. (6-10am) Check out Sparta's very own Calfkiller Brewery, Happy Trails Brewery and Taproom, Northfield Vineyards or The Coffee Collective. Places to eat are Marioochi's Pizzeria on the Square, Rise & Shine, Huddle House, CH Donuts, Yanni's Grille, Jack's Top BBQ, Miss Miranda's Tea Room (lunch only), Frank's, El Tapatio, El Meson San Pedro, Panda Garden, Casa Luna, and Foglight Foodhouse (on the river) to name a few. Sparta also has fast foods such as McDonalds, KFC, Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, Dominos, Little Caesars, Papa John's, Burger King, Sonic, Arby's, Captain D's, Subway and Hardee's. Sparta has grocery stores like Walmart, Floyd's Hometown Food and Save A Lot. There is a Dollar General located just down the street from the house. When pulling out of the driveway, go left for about 2 1/2 miles until the road ends. Turn right and you will see the Dollar General on your right. We also have a Walgreens in town.

Cookeville has all the chain restaurants plus their own hometown places to eat. It also has an AMC movie theater and stores such as Kohl's, Old Navy, Belk, Home Goods,TJ Max, Ross, Hobby Lobby, Dick's Sporting Goods, Academy, Outdoor Junction, Ulta, JC Penny's, Harley Davidson, Publix, Food Lion, Aldi's, Sam's Club, Food City and Kroger's. Both Sparta and Cookeville have Walmart.

NEARBY CITIES: Chattanooga (89.5) Nashville (90.9 miles) Knoxville (106 miles)

AIRPORT: Nashville (83.6 miles) Chattanooga (89.9 miles) Knoxville (106 miles) The Smoky Mountains are just a two and half hour drive.

Property manager

Dawn Morrison

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,456 square feet

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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 - 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

Pets not allowed

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit 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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property Sparta
Vrbo Property Private vacation home
Vrbo Property Private vacation home Sparta

About the area

Map
Sparta, TN

What's nearby

  • Calfkiller Brewing Company - 21 min drive
  • Saint Thomas Highlands Hospital - 21 min drive
  • Sparta Golf and Country Club - 23 min drive
  • Burgess Falls State Park - 30 min drive
  • Tennessee Tech University - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Roberts Family Diner - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Calfkiller Brewing Company - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪El Tapatio Mexican Restaurant - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Surrounded by state parks! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Surrounded by state parks!?

As of 2 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Surrounded by state parks! on 7 Nov 2024 start from AU$440.71, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Surrounded by state parks!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Surrounded by state parks!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Surrounded by state parks! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Calfkiller Brewing Company, Saint Thomas Highlands Hospital and Sparta City Hall. White County Public Library and Pearson Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Surrounded by state parks! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 44 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 44 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kenny H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another Great Stay
Our 2nd stay this year was every bit as amazing but with fall colors. :) We absolutely love this mountain getaway. We will be back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Alischia R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome property!
The property is beautiful and the home is fully stocked. Location is great. The back porch amd areas are amazing. We definitely would stay here again. The only compliant i would have is that the toliet seats slide and the beds arent very soft. Otherwise everything was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
25 Anniversary
It was a beautiful place. It has a big back porch you can drink your morning coffee and enjoy the breeze and listen to the water running down the creek. It also has a nice front porch where you can seat and watch the children play. We plan to come back with our gry. It's a great location we visited Jamestown, Cookeville down to Lynchburg. It's was neat and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

D. R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
If you want to get gone and off grid, this is it. Perfect central location to all the beautiful waterfalls. Definitely coming back.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kody P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed for work
The plaxe was very comfortable. It has a beautiful view off the back porch. Plenty of space. Enjoyed our stay very much. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Reyvonie

Travelled with family
it was quiet and relaxing.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful relaxing place
We had a wonderful time staying in the cabin on the creek. Sooo many waterfalls in the area that we were only able to hike to a couple of them. We will definitely be back next year to enjoy the cabin and a couple more waterfall hikes. The creek is beautiful, the cabin is clean and comfortable. The porch was a great place to hang out and eat meals.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Makena B.

Liked: Cleanliness
I don’t want to tell anyone how great this place is!
This place is amazing! It is quiet and has a creek out back, the back porch is amazing to sit on and just chill. There is a fire pit with plenty of chopped wood provided. We have been twice and plan on staying more. The location is excellent for access to plenty of nature, hiking, waterfalls etc. My kids have room to roam and explore. I don’t want to tell yall how great this place is because I want to keep it all for us but I know how useful reviews can be for people, so I guess the secret is out!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Setting
Excellent location for privacy and relaxation. House was very clean and well equipped. Enjoyed walking the creek and close to all of our activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane N.

Liked: Cleanliness
JaneN
A very clean, lovely house with a beautiful and relaxing back view
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenny H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect Mountain Getaway!
We absolutely loved our stay at this quiet and relaxing cabin. Everything, from the cozy interior to the relaxing outside back deck overlooking the creek, is the perfect mountain get away. The home is clean and well decorated. This is a new favorite of ours!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley W., Harrison

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
The house is set in a very pretty area close to several state parks. Dawn had great communication about the property. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette T., Valparaiso, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet, countryside, get away from it all
We loved this property! The sounds of birds chirping, the creek running in the back, the cows in the field munching on grass was exactly what we love. It was a great, central location to all the state parks and waterfalls that we wanted to visit. Very clean and communication with the host was great. Wish we could have stayed longer. Loved our stay and hope to come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenny N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place to vacation
This place was great. Very clean and central location to alot of great towns and dawn was amazing with communication. Plus the house was stocked with all the amenities. Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wesley S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice quiet spot to relax
A nice spot to relax and enjoy the peace and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Travelled with family
We loved our stay here! It was just as described with peaceful views and everything we needed. Host was great with info and communication and we had a fantastic time adventuring to the state parks! We would highly recommend this property!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave & Tena W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Marvelous property!
This property was absolutely marvelous! The property itself is very beautiful with rolling hills, cattle grazing, flowering trees, the creek, a few small waterfalls, some wildlife and quiet! We never got a chance to use the firepit or the big backporch...it was cold in the evenings and we were busy until late each day...but they would have both been very fun to use. The house was spacious, the beds comfortable, lots of windows facing the back of the property, and Dawn went out of her way to meet our needs. We love waterfalls and were able to visit 5 in the area! I would recommend this get away to anyone!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pictures dont do it justice!
Wow! This place was amazing, beautiful, quiet...everything anyone would want for a relaxed vacation! Wr played in creek and waterfalls, had 2 fires, enjoyed the neighboring cows, and many meals on the back porch. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Much better than photos represent. Great little get-away!
The relaxing sound of the creek when sitting on the back porch is amazing! The "little" waterfalls on the property were much bigger than I expected and there's a nice little bench for relaxing/viewing! Restaurants not too far away. Nearby state parks are well worth the drive! Owner is very responsive to messages - even called the Fire Dept for us to see what they were serving for breakfast. (Speaking of which, the Fire Dept breakfast was GREAT! For $10 you receive (all/any): eggs made-to-order, ham, sausage, bacon, pancakes, sausage gravy with homemade biscuits, chocolate gravy, hashbrowns, selection of drinks. One of the volunteers mentioned that all of the fire departments in area do it up big like this, so you might see what you can find on a weekend that local one isn't serving.)
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend
The property is amazing! We loved that it was so peaceful and private. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juliana L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
Our stay here was the best! The property is gorgeous and private. The home was clean and cozy. The kitchen is huge and open to the living room and the cows were friendly. :) The host was available and communicative and we can't wait to go back!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great rural setting
Very private and well-maintained. Host communicated well. Cleaning fee was excessive for a one night stay, but otherwise a very nice place and a good deal.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best New Year Vacation!!!!
We had the most amazing time!!!! As soon as you turn in the driveway your breath is taken away at the beauty of this place. The back porch was our favorite part. We just sat out and absolutely enjoyed the sounds of nature. We took a walk down to the little waterfall and enjoyed hearing and seeing it. The house was amazing as well. The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed. The bed was very comfortable, too. There were board games we were able to sit and play for hours. Even the small details were great...there were specific towels to take off your makeup in order to keep their white towels clean. I know that's small, its just the attention to details that I loved!!! We will definitely be returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maggie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just What We Needed
I wanted a place where my kids could safely roam and explore and this property was PERFECT! Easy little walk to the creek, plenty of cleared space to play, great outdoor seating options, cozy living room, great Wi-Fi. Two things to be aware of: 1.) The creek cannot be accessed from the back yard. You have to take a little walk down a hill and they a clearing but there is a bench and easy access down there. 2.) The mattress in the master bedroom is very firm. Some of us liked it, I did not haha
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, peaceful place
Absolutely perfect place to stay. All the pictures are accurate. Clean, comfortable furniture. Bed sheets are so soft!! Saw deer and some bulls. Very peaceful. Can't wait to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023