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

Unwind in this special historic home where comfort meets convenience. Savor moments on the large front porch or courtyard garden.

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Exterior detail
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, Netflix, streaming services, offices
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 493 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, Stinson 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 store, hiking and biking trails, tourist attractions. Less than 4 miles from Aquarium, all downtown, mountain and waterfront activities.

Beautifully restored 120 year old house, the Bear 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 Stinson Suite daylight basement apartment at the Bear House, with its own entrance, offers historic charm with modern-day amenities. Wonderful, private apartment including two bedrooms and a full bath. Open kitchen, living and dining floor plan.

**High quality, fully equipped kitchen with electric stove/oven, dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator. Small appliances include toaster, mixer, crock pot and electric teapot. 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.
**Beautiful living room with ample seating, dining, games, high speed Wifi, large smart HDTV with Cable, 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, Smart HDTV with Amazon Prime and Netflix, iron and ironing board, full length mirror, luggage racks, water bottles, bedside radio/clock with 2 outlets and 2 ports for charging your devices, high speed Wifi (lower ceiling - 7'10").
**Full bed, luxury bedding and linens, full length mirror, luggage rack, water bottles, bedside radio/clock with 2 outlets and 2 ports for charging your devices, high speed Wifi. (lower ceiling - 7'4")
**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), in the hallway outside Stinson Suite. Shared between Stinson Suite and the Carriage House (Sherfey Suite & Lilly''s Loft).

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

Property manager

Steve and Sharman Sherfey

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Streaming services

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Laundry detergent
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,000 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 11:00 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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 8
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, 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

Historic Bear House 1890 Perfect Location Charming St Elmo
Historic Bear House 1890 Perfect Location Perfect Stay Apartment
Historic Bear House 1890 Perfect Location Perfect Stay Apartment
Historic Bear House 1890 Perfect Location! Perfect Stay!
Historic Bear House 1890 Perfect Location Perfect Stay
Historic Bear House 1890 Perfect Location! Charming St Elmo!!
Historic Bear House 1890 Perfect Location! Charming St Elmo!!

About the area

Map
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, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan) - 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, Stinson 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, Stinson Suite, Perfect Getaway, Walk to Cafes, Outdoor Activity?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

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

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

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

This family-friendly apartment building is located in the city centre, within 1 mi (2 km) of Lookout Mountain Incline Railway and Tennessee River. Ruby Falls and Chattanooga Choo Choo are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 223 out of 227 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 227 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 227 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 227 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 227 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Christina C.

Chattanooga Visit
Property was exactly as listed. I found the room rental uniquely different.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karin N.

Wonderful stay
This cute little rental had plenty of space for the two of us. It was clean, comfortable and well stocked with essentials, the numerous outdoor spaces were wonderful to relax after a day of activities. Great location close to many attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

john b c.

Bear House
Really enoyed our stay at the Bear House. Have stayed there three times. Look forwasrdedto next stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

Excellent
Great time at a great place. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dusti S.

Bear house Stinson suite
Overall wonderful property and ample space for my daughter and I. Close to lots of activities and downtown! Property as described and communication easy! 10/10 and would stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie U., Parrish Florida

Great location
Great location and nice to have parking. Loved our rooms!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mark B.

Great property, Great hosts!
Steve and Sharman were great hosts, and we loved the house! We highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeannell C.

Nice Stay in the Bear House
The Stinson Suite apartment was very comfortable, well decorated and well supplied with useful kitchen and bath items. The bed linens and towels were luxurious. This was my second time to stay at the Bear House and I would try to stay there again if I am in Chattanooga in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

A great weekend
We had a wonderful weekend in the Stinson Suite; we loved all the “extra touches”! The location was perfect- close to restaurants and attractions. We’d definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca H.

Perfect stay
Beautiful suite and very clean. Comfortable beds. I would stay there again. Hosts are wonderful and very responsive to any questions. Excellent location
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Fantastic stay
Very clean, well-stocked property, in a great location. The bed was comfortable, the towels were good quality. Plenty of outdoor seating areas. We would definitely stay there again if we were in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

April N.

Adult getaway
Great location! We loved staying there. The only issue we had was the mattresses. We rolled into the middle when we slept. Other than that, i highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Clean, comfortable and good location
No complaints. This was perfect for us. Beautiful property. Great hosts. We would stay again if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan I.

Quaintest little Apartment around Chattanooga
The entire Bear house property is incredibly charming and inviting. The Stinson Suite was as well. The space is incredibly charming and cozy perfect for 1-2 couples or a small family. St Elmo is a lovely town and is perfectly walkable from the property. Beautiful area and so many great options for food, shopping, and experiences nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

debbie w., Deltona Fl

Chatanooga wonderful!
Owners were great, property was nice, everything was clean and location was convenient to everything! You can even walk to five different restaurants and rwp ice cream shops!! This was an overall fantastic experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tena S.

Comfortable
During our stay, it’s nice to be able to come back to our room knowing it will be clean, restful and quiet. This is a place you would want to come back to over and over.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Great location
Unique opportunity to stay in an 1800’s home. Very thoughtfully stocked with everything we needed. Without the rain we would have been able to enjoy the outdoor amenities as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tamrah S.

Great Stay
Looked just like photos. Super clean. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kyle S.

Our 2nd Stay, Great Again
Hard to picture any better place to stay than the Bear House. It was our second stay. Hard to get closer to Rock City.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nina H.

Perfect
The location is ideal! So close to everything. The hosts really go above and beyond to ensure your stay is perfect! We really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gracie B.

Lovely experience
The property was so cute, very clean (sheets and towels smelled very fresh) and the owners were really lovely!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy J., Hyattstown

Quaint and Cozy Setting....
Steve and Sharmey were incredibly gracious and accommodating. We would stay again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff and Angela N., McKinney - outside of Dallas, TX

Fantastic place to stay!! The Best!!
Everything was absolutely perfect from the comfortable beds to chocolate treats. The place was extremely clean and the kitchen perfectly stocked. We walked to restaurants and the Incline Railway. Fantastic place to celebrate our wedding anniversary.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Margy M.

Great place super close to St Elmo!
This place was the perfect spot for our visit to family! Only ten minutes drive up Lookout Mountain to all the attractions, short drive to downtown, and a walk to St Elmo! Such a wonderful location and a nice haven during our family trip! The owners are so wonderful and have many great recommendations and history about Chattanooga and Lookout Mountain! I would definitely stay here again while visiting family!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn P.

Comfortable and convenient location
Suite is as described. The space is very comfortable, and the kitchen is very well outfitted. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019