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Bear House 1890, Workman Wing, Upgraded Detailed Amenities, Walk to Cafes, Shops

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Exterior detail
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4102 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, Workman Wing, Upgraded Detailed Amenities, Walk to Cafes, Shops


🐻 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.

Workman Wing is one of 2 wings/apts located on the 2nd floor of the main house at The Bear House. Private Workman Wing, with its own entrance, offers historic charm with modern-day amenities. Wonderful, private apartment including 2 bedrooms, full bath, dining for 4, living room, hospitality center, fully stocked kitchen and resource center.

Private Workman Wing:
* King bed, smart HDTV with Cable, Amazon Prime and Netflix, WiFi, ceiling fan with remote, luxury bedding and linens, iron and ironing board, full length mirror, luggage racks, water bottles, bedside radio/clock with 2 outlets and 2 ports for charging your devices.
* Queen bed, smart HDTV with Cable, Amazon Prime and Netflix, WiFi, ceiling fan with remote, luxury bedding and linens, full length mirror, luggage rack, water bottles, bedside radio/clock with 2 outlets and 2 ports for charging your devices.
* Full size bathroom with large original soaking tub and shower, Delta Victorian faucets, custom tile work, luxury towels and amenities, hair dryer.
*Hospitality Center with microwave, small refrigerator, Keurig with well stocked variety of coffee, teas and hot chocolate and related condiments, fresh fruit, chocolates, some breakfast items and snacks.
* Dining for 4 plus a cozy seating area.
* Living room with ample seating, game table, games, smart HDTV with Cable, Amazon Prime and Netflix.
* High quality, fully equipped kitchen with gas stove/oven, dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator and washer and dryer. Small appliances include toaster, mixer, crock pot and electric tea kettle. 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.

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, fire pit, 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

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Mountain biking 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1100 sq ft (102 sq m)

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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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Infants and children are always 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 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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 neighborhood

Map
Chattanooga, TN

What's nearby

  • Lookout Mountain Incline Railway - 6 min walk
  • Ruby Falls - 4 min drive
  • Chattanooga Convention Center - 5 min drive
  • Chattanooga Choo Choo - 5 min drive
  • Tennessee Aquarium - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Tap House & Empyreal Brewing Co. - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Common Table - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Mr T's Pizza St Elmo - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bear House 1890, Workman Wing, Upgraded Detailed Amenities, Walk to Cafes, Shops pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bear House 1890, Workman Wing, Upgraded Detailed Amenities, Walk to Cafes, Shops?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bear House 1890, Workman Wing, Upgraded Detailed Amenities, Walk to Cafes, Shops?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bear House 1890, Workman Wing, Upgraded Detailed Amenities, Walk to Cafes, Shops located?

This family-friendly Chattanooga apartment building is located in the mountains, within a 10-minute walk of Moccasin Bend Brewing Company and Lookout Mountain Incline Railway. St. Elmo Park and Tennessee River are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Bear House 1890, Workman Wing, Upgraded Detailed Amenities, Walk to Cafes, Shops Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

maria p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay! Perfect for families!
We had an absolutely wonderful time at this beautiful and clean apartment. The hosts were gracious, always quick to respond to any questions, and even greeted us warmly when we arrived a little late without any complaints (we did notify them ahead of time). The home is located in a safe neighborhood and is close to everything we needed. One of the highlights for our kids was spending time in the lovely garden, which had multiple charming spots decorated for the fall season, including beautiful statues that made it even more special. The beds were extremely comfortable, and we all felt right at home. We would definitely stay here again without hesitation. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gina H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful experience would stay again
Perfect location and the fall decor was adorable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

tim h.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend
The owner met us when we arrived. Gave us a brief hustory if the area and property. Everything about the property was outstanding. Grrat food in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fathers in laws
Perfect. Loved everything
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

joshua R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Visitors from ohio
Came down to see the city. The owners were very nice and the place was clean. Everything was perfect they really outdid themselves
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place to stay and great location!
The place was very cute & clean - very comfy beds and couches. Plenty of space to spread out - very well stocked kitchen. Great outdoor space to relax or have a meal. Walking distance to grocery, restaurants and incline railway. The free shuttle to the Choo Choo picked us up and dropped us up in front of the house when we flagged it down & we got a front door drop- off too. Very fun family vacation. I wish they had an off - hours check in process - I felt bad when our flight was delayed & the owner stayed up for us. I would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom P., Titusville, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Magnificent Stay!
I could not have been more satisfied with my apartment at the Bear House! The hosts were pleasant, very accommodating and understand quality! Full of charm and class. I will stay here again no question about it!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jen H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic
Great experience. The Bear House was extremely nice, clean, spacious, lots of little touches that made us feel right at home. Walking distance to restaurants and very short drive to mountain tourist attractions. It was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Romelyne A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location. Charming estate
Walking distance to Lookout Incline Railway and some fabulous restaurants. Felt welcome with complimentary coffee and snacks. The property is cute. Only thing I would mention is that the kitchen is shared, which I missed before booking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abby K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely amazing!
Absolutely beautiful property! Check in was easy. Hospitality of hosts was phenomenal. This is located in a beautiful area and makes you feel safe. You are within walking distance to many restaurants and activities. I would absolutely recommend this to any of my friends or family!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
A week away with my son
My son and i came to Chattanooga to explore the area and do some climbing. The house we stayed in was so nice and very clean and quiet, perfect for 2 adults needing segregate rooms and close to lots of things.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

gina l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
The grounds were equally as beautiful as the house!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location in St Elmo
The unit was walking distance to a few restaurants and shops, and close to Ruby Falls and Rock City. We really enjoyed sitting outside in the garden areas. Beautiful property!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
We were greeted by a dear sweet friendly lady when we arrived. She explained everything to us and what was within walking distance. The rooms were very clean, neat and kitchen stocked with everything but food, lol. We all enjoyed our stay and wiuld come here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gracie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Get away
My boyfriend and I wanted a short weekend getaway at St. Elmo was perfect!! The area was very nice and the house was beautiful!! I will definitely be booking again soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marci A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would stay here again!
Very nice, well-equipped property in a good location.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Christmas getaway
So happy I found this property! It was such a fun, nice and comfortable place to stay. My husband and I took our 5 yr old on a little Christmas getaway to Chattanooga to see the Enchanted Garden of lights at rock city. This property is just minutes away from Rock city, Ruby falls, incline railway and all the downtown fun! We really enjoyed our 2 bedroom accommodations and felt like we had lots of room to spread out and enjoy. So much easier than a hotel room when navigating young children going to bed earlier than the adults. Nice comfy beds, enjoyed having a living room area so you have a separate place to watch tv, and lots of extras like snacks, keurig machine/coffee, mini fridge and more. We loved that property and our rooms were all decorated for Christmas! Lots of nice touches. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet G.

Liked: Cleanliness
This place is everything
This place looks even better in person than online and was in a great location. My daughter and I really liked the St Elmo area it has so many places to eat and things to do. But the Workman wing had absolutely all that we needed including coffee and snacks—and a fully stocked kitchen we could easily have cooked a meal if we wanted to. Lots of outdoor areas for talking and plenty of parking. It’s very near Rock city where we went for the Christmas lights but not far from Downtown either. I’d love to go back
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martha O., Sylvania, GA

Liked: Cleanliness
very good
very good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Chattanooga Location
A few family members and I went to Chattanooga to attend a wedding shower. We found this gem of a rental and will for sure stay here again. The second floor was perfect for our group as we rented both wings. Every room is decorated so nice and we've never stayed at a rental that was so clean. The small snacks and treats the owner leave for those staying was very appreciated. The units have most everything you'd ever need at a rental property. We did not use the kitchen while we stayed over the weekend however it was stocked very well where we could have cooked a meal there. The owners live on the main floor and are very attentive. It's nice to see how passionate the owners are about their wonderful property.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place
We would definitely stay here again. It was extremely clean and comfortable. 5 star rating
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ronald S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very enjoyable stay.
My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Bear House in historic St. Elmo. It was rejuvenating to be back in the mountains. Only challenge was the stairs for for two 80+ year olds
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Chattanooga Stay
Such a great home in a beautiful neighborhood. The owners were lovely and live on property. Everything you could want was available at the house. Loved all the small, additional touches. Great stay!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Highly recommend
1st time to Chattanooga, Location was perfect for everything we wanted to do. Beautifully restored home. Lots of character and charm with modern convenances. Well stocked with everything you need. Even had snacks and water. The bed was very very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023