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Bear House 1890, Sherfey Suite, Perfect Getaway, Walk to Cafes, Outdoor Activity

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 246 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

About this property

Entire place

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

Bear House 1890, Sherfey Suite, Perfect Getaway, Walk to Cafes, Outdoor Activity


đŸ» 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 stores, hiking and biking trails, tourist attractions. Less than 4 miles from Aquarium, all downtown, mountain and waterfront activities.

Beautifully restored 120 year old 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 Sherfey Suite (Carriage House 1st floor), with its own entrance, offers historic charm with modern-day amenities. Wonderful, private apartment including one bedroom and full bath. Open kitchen, living, and dining floor plan.

**High quality, fully equipped small kitchen with electric stove/oven, microwave, refrigerator. Small appliances include toaster, mixer, and crockpot. 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. Chocolates and fresh fruit are always included!
**Beautiful living room with ample seating, dining, games, high speed Wifi, large smart HDTV with 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, iron and ironing board, full length mirror, luggage racks, bedside radio/clock with 2 outlets and 2 ports for charging your devices, Smart TV with Amazon Prime and Netflix.
**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). Shared between the Carriage House (Sherfey Suite & Lilly''s Loft) and Stinson Suite in the main house.

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 don’t 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 you’ll 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

Lilly’s Loft, 1BR, 1BA, #1324077

Sherfey Suite, 1BR, 1BA, #1172405 UN

Property manager

Steve and Sharman Sherfey

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 500 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 4
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated 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

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About the neighborhood

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Chattanooga, TN

What's nearby

  • Lookout Mountain Incline Railway - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ruby Falls - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Chattanooga Convention Center - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Chattanooga Choo Choo - 5 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Tennessee Aquarium - 6 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

  • Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • â€ȘThe Tap House & Empyreal Brewing Co. - ‬8 min walk
  • â€ȘTaco Bell - ‬2 min drive
  • â€ȘWendy's - ‬2 min drive
  • â€ȘCommon Table - ‬17 min walk
  • â€ȘMr T's Pizza St Elmo - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bear House 1890, Sherfey Suite, Perfect Getaway, Walk to Cafes, Outdoor Activity pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bear House 1890, Sherfey Suite, Perfect Getaway, Walk to Cafes, Outdoor Activity?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bear House 1890, Sherfey Suite, Perfect Getaway, Walk to Cafes, Outdoor Activity?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bear House 1890, Sherfey Suite, Perfect Getaway, Walk to Cafes, Outdoor Activity located?

This family-friendly apartment building is located in the city center, within 1 mi (2 km) of Lookout Mountain Incline Railway, St. Elmo Park, and Tennessee River. Ruby Falls is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) away.

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Bear House 1890, Sherfey Suite, Perfect Getaway, Walk to Cafes, Outdoor Activity Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 245 out of 259 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 259 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 259 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 259 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 259 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Debbie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
New Year’s getaway
The Bear House is really cute, comfortable with all the amenities we needed, as well as being located in a historic neighborhood but close to attractions. We had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erika H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little getaway!!
My husband and I enjoyed our stay very much. Close to everything and everything was so clean and nice! We will for sure be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bear House
We thoroughly our stay at the Bear House. The place was just the right size for the two of us, it was extremely clean and well stocked with coffee/tea, snacks, soaps, lotions, etc. We were in town for a kayak race and this place was the perfect location. Host was very friendly and welcoming. I am hoping to book again for next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and cozy
This property was an excellent choice as we were close to a lot of places to eat and was right next to look out mountain.Very comfortable bed with plenty of necessities and extras on the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brenda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in a perfect location.
Small but very nice space. Had everything we needed for our stay. Location was perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
We stayed in the very cute and comfy carriage house. The unit was well stocked and had a wonderful variety of Kcups, hot chocolate and some snacks. The unit was decorated for Christmas with a tree and other pretties! Definitely recommend and we will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anji T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay
Perfect for 2 people. Steve was a great host. Verycomfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jared H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent get away
This was one of the better VRBOs I have stayed in. Will definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
40th anniversary
We had a great time. The place was perfect for the two of us. It was so cute. It was in a great location within walking distance to quite a few attractions. Loved the yard and all the little sitting gardens and decor. I highly recommend the Bear House
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love The Bear House!
This was our fourth time staying at The Bear House and honestly, we cant imagine staying anywhere else. The property is immaculate and the owners are wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shela H., Lawrenceville, Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location close to family
Great visit!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short stopover on our way to Georgia
We had a day to enjoy Chattanooga-Lookout Mountain and Rock City were both an easy distance from the house. We also did the Chattanooga Duck Tour which was fun. Our hostess was gracious when we arrived later than expected Friday night. Everything was clean and comfortable and checkout was easy. Thanks so much for a lovely stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Deneen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Gem in Chattanooga
Perfect for two people. Great location close to many restaurants and attractions. Quiet neighborhood. Very peaceful at night. Would definitely recommend to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emmeline O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
The Bear House was a perfect 2-day stop on our way to Destin. Mr. Sherfey welcomed us and gave us a brief tour of as soon as we arrived. The house was cozy and comfortable, convenient to restaurants and attractions, and stocked with coffee and snacks. We're definitely adding this to our list of favorites the next time we're in Chattanooga!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy L B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Property was great for a couple. Description was accurate, it was well furnished, easy to get to and convenient. Working with host, seamless.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay!,
We enjoyed our stay. We will highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderfully cozy stay!
This was such a great property in terms of amenities and location, so much better than a downtown hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Just as advertised. Easy walk to several GREAT restaurants and just a couple of miles to Chattanooga. Central to lots of activities!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short Chatanooga stay
Property was very clean, neat, tidy, and very comfortable. The host was great, extremely knowledgeable about the area and fun to talk to. Great overall experience. Glad we stayed at this property.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Casey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for a quick weekend getaway
The property was so cute and charming. The little cute cozy one bedroom we stayed in was perfection. Location to all the attractions, restaurants and the historic downtown Chattanooga area was all within minutes. Close enoyght to all the action but quiet enough to have that cabin/cottage feel of Tennessee. We definitely enjoyed our stay. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
Our stay was even better than we anticipated. I wish we would have planned for a longer trip to enjoy the garden and outdoor area. Everything was very nice and the property had everything we could possibly need. There were snacks and plenty of coffee too. The house is located in a lovely residential area. We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable
Comfortable bed, AC worked perfectly, kitchen etc well set up
. All was a comfortable place to come back to after a day of touristing. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay!
We were in town for a weekend event and loved our stay at The Bear House. So comfortable, all the amenities and some extras that made our time there a treat. Great hosts and a very comfortable, pleasant stay! We hope to return again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023