*Pool is now closed for the season*
The Wooded Writer's retreat is a 3 bedroom tri-level home with 2 upper levels listed as the "entire home." Lower level apartment with separate entrance & shared driveway is NOT part of the "entire home." Owner stays there occasionally. Nestled at the foot of Lookout Mountain on a densely wooded lot. An ideal get-away for families, parents of college students, or small group retreats. See Covenant College outside the kitchen window. Relax here while only minutes away from popular attractions! Guests at The Wooded Writer's Retreat have access to the entire house which includes the entire upper two levels of the tri-level home. They also have access to the private pool.
Drive within minutes to:
Lula Lake Land Trust - 10 min
Ruby Falls - 17 min
Rock City - 20 min
Downtown Chattanooga - 20 min
Point Park - 21 min
Cloudland Canyon - 23 min
KEY FEATURES:
☀ 3 Bedrooms; 1 king-size bed, 1 Queen bed, 1 trundle daybed (2 twin beds), 1 full bed - (5 beds sleeping 8 guests + 1 infant guest (pack 'n play)
☀ 2 full bathrooms (one with shower; one with pedestal tub)
☀ Full kitchen.
☀ 2 Outdoor Decks, Front Porch, Patio and a POOL!
☀Wooded, peaceful backyard and front yard.
☀ High-speed WiFi and 3 Smart TVs.
Keyboard for music lovers.
This is a perfect getaway from the hustle and bustle of city life. Yet, it's only 20 minutes from Chattanooga & all major area attractions! There are six stone stairs going up from the driveway to the front door. Indoors ~ there are six stairs going up to the upper level of the split-level home.
HOUSE RULES:
Absolutely NO SMOKING at all anywhere on the property.
Late checkout is billed at $50/hour.
All guests must sign a liability waiver in order to use the pool. No one is allowed to swim without adult supervision. Swim at your own risk. No Lifeguard on duty.
There are 2 security premises on the exterior.
1 above the garage
1 that looks over the West deck
☆☆ BEDROOM & BATHROOM ☆☆
A comfortable king-sized bed is your provision for a solid and peaceful night's sleep. There's also a Queen Bed, Full Bed, Trundle daybed (2 single beds)to accommodate 8 guests.
Adventurous families can add 2 more guests (at $10 per guest for extra sheets & blankets) who would enjoy the comfort of sleeping on the large comfortable sectional couch in great room. Infants under 2 years old can use the pack-n-play crib.
Features include a newly renovated hall bathroom with pedestal tub. The master bedroom has a full bathroom with shower.
☆☆ LIVING ROOM & GREAT ROOM ☆☆
The Living Room is an open area design with the retro real-wood paneling from the 1970's. Enjoy reading a book in the rocking chair by the gas fireplace. Or visiting while preparing meals in the kitchen.
The 300 sq. ft. Great Room with wood floors and cathedral ceiling brings the light and beauty the outdoors through 8 floor-length windows. Two french doors on either side is entryway to the west deck facing Lookout Mountain.
Music lovers enjoy the melody and rhythm of the Yamaha keyboard. (Please follow strict rules with clean hands and no food around the keyboard.)
☆☆ KITCHEN & LOUNGE ☆☆
The full kitchen comes equipped with cooking utensils and appliances. It includes a microwave, coffee pot, hot pot, and toaster oven and air fryer.
Additional small appliances include a crock pot and blender.
The dining area has an oblong table seating 6 - 8 people. French doors open to the back deck which overlooks the pool.
In the Fall and Winter, you'll be able to see Covenant college in the distance.
If you need downtime, just relax while watching your favorite show through Roku TV on the 45" screen in the living room. Two other TVs include: 1) in the Great Room for presentations. 20 in the Master bedroom with Roku features.
You can enjoy the real wood fireplace in the great room. (make sure the damper is open). Wood is stacked on the West deck.
Or you can host a small mastermind group or retreat using the large marker board and large screen TV for teaching or planning sessions. Internet service is exceptional with fiber optics speed.
☆☆ OUTSIDE SPACE ☆☆
In addition to enjoying the pool, (open during the season) you can sit out on the patio and relax with the sounds of nature. Pool is open for swimming from April 7th - October 2024.
The front porch swing is a favorite space for watching the sunrise.
The West deck faces Lookout Mountain and the nearby ranch just walking distance away. The North deck (above the pool) faces a valley leading to Walker County Middle school and the direction of the historic Point Park on Lookout Mountain.
The home is in a very quiet part of the neighborhood. Listen to the sounds of cattle and horses at the nearby ranch while watching the windmill turn. There are no barking dogs or loud music. Rather, you'll hear the beautiful sounds of a crickets chorus at night & rhythmic birds chirping in the morning.
No other guests are on the property, although the owner may occupy the lowest level with a separate entry when she is not traveling. The only potential shared spaces are the pool and yard.
With the owner's frequent-travel lifestyle. she may be staying in the lower level apartment which is separate from the main house with a separate entry-way.
Expect to see a maintenance person on the property for upkeep of the pool and other yard work.
Otherwise, the property is completely private for guests.
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OTHER THINGS TO NOTE:
The Wooded Writer's Retreat attracts high-quality guests who are very respectful of the home, property, and furnishings. Past reviews are read and guests are expected to abide by the house rules. Please ask for an extended checkout time if needed (and available). We look forward to serving you with the utmost comfort.
I'm hyper-focused on virtual meetings, Monday-Wednesdays from noon -6. But I will check my messages on those days. I just won't be able to respond immediately.
On all the other days, I am promptly available via text messages.
When you arrive, most all your questions are addressed in the manual. But I'm more than happy to interact with you and be available during your stay.
And I certainly respect your need for solitude. So no need to feel pressure either way. The main thing is that you feel comfortable, cared for, and well-rested. You're worth it.
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