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

Family-friendly stay near Lookout Mountain Incline Railway

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 246 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Chattanooga, TN
  • Place, Lookout Mountain Incline Railway
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Moccasin Bend Brewing Company
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Ruby Falls
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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About the area

Chattanooga

Heart of Chattanooga.With a stay at this St. Elmo apartment, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lookout Mountain Incline Railway and 2 miles (3 km) of Ruby Falls. International Towing and Recovery Hall of Fame and Museum and Tennessee River are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Roy Nelms Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lookout Mountain Incline Railway - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Moccasin Bend Brewing Company - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • St. Elmo Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Ruby Falls - 4 min drive - 4.2 km

Getting around

  • Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Little Coyote - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Tap House - ‬10 min walk

About this property

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


🐻 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 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
  • Soap
  • 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

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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

Policies

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Inquire owner about event details and attendees

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 4. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Bear House 1890, Sherfey Suite, Perfect Getaway, Walk to Cafes, Outdoor Activity to the airport?

This apartment is 14.4 mi (27-min drive) away from the Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Bear House 1890, Sherfey Suite, Perfect Getaway, Walk to Cafes, Outdoor Activity have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

Does Bear House 1890, Sherfey Suite, Perfect Getaway, Walk to Cafes, Outdoor Activity offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bear House 1890, Sherfey Suite, Perfect Getaway, Walk to Cafes, Outdoor Activity?

No, there is no casino at this apartment.

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.

Is there free parking at Bear House 1890, Sherfey Suite, Perfect Getaway, Walk to Cafes, Outdoor Activity?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does Bear House 1890, Sherfey Suite, Perfect Getaway, Walk to Cafes, Outdoor Activity have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does Bear House 1890, Sherfey Suite, Perfect Getaway, Walk to Cafes, Outdoor Activity have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is Bear House 1890, Sherfey Suite, Perfect Getaway, Walk to Cafes, Outdoor Activity to downtown Chattanooga?

This apartment is 3 mi away from Chattanooga.

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 271 out of 288 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 288 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 288 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 288 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 288 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Greg D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, in the heart of St. Elmo. Two blocks from VA Ave. Ideal space if you’re traveling alone or with yourself.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Joseph B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
yes - everything was in good condition
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Debbie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a great place, location, cleanliness, very well stocked!! Would definitely stay there again. Thank you so much!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

randy j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay. Very clean. Nice comfortable bed. Convenient location. Felt safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurel K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a cute place, comfortable and well stocked with coffee and snacks.I was only in the Chattanooga area for a couple of days and found so much to do right in the St. Elmo area, so convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Nathan H.

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

Great spot/stay in Chattanooga

This is the second time that my wife and I have stayed on this property and it likely won't be the last! Great location, comfortable accommodations with a lot of character and personal touches and the Sherfey's are great people!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed this place and location. Had extra little things like candy and breakfast bars. Perfect in every way Definitely will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exactly as presented. Easy checkin, convenient location. Cozy room for 2.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cheryl B.

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

Chattanooga Getaway

Quiet, clean, close to everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

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

Carriage House

Great experience at this property. Would gladly stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte K.

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

Great Stay

Everything about our stay was great! We appreciated all of the little touches and information provided by the owners. The location was so close to all of the things we did! Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shela H.

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

Great location close to family

Great visit!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
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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
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10/10 Excellent

Ron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Great location
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Bill C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean and pleasant room. Well stocked kitchen. Beautiful garden areas for relaxation. Accessible to Chattanooga activities and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy W.

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

Great weekend!

Perfect location for a quick weekend getaway to Chattanooga!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Regina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was clean and accessible. They thought of Everything. There was even an animal statue scavenger hunt that my daughter had a blast with! Private area but within walking distance to many restaurants and shops. The water pressure in the shower alone would have me booking again! The hosts were kind and helpful. We would recommend this stay for anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Fran T.

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

Another great trip! Great and safe place to stay.

Supper nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Brook C.

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

Great Place with Outdoor Gathering areas

We stayed at the Bear House for Covenant graduation weekend as our son and his fiancé both graduated. Both of our families stayed in the spaces at the Bear House and enjoyed being together for meals on the lovely garden patio and playing games. Beautiful gardens and nice place to be together.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

william L

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was close to a lot of restaurants and sites. Manager was extremely helpful in guiding us on were to eat and things to see.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023