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"Historical”Yellow Tea Cup Cottage,Farm setting,Spring H2O,WiFi, Knoxville area

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Dining
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6158 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly

About this property

Entire place

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

"Historical”Yellow Tea Cup Cottage,Farm setting,Spring H2O,WiFi, Knoxville area

History reveals itself in this wonderful " Turn of the Century " renovated Cottage that used to be a Tea Room in its past life, offering a memorable experience when you stay in this one of a kind place, experience the cottages unique water source, a Natural Spring, filtered by a "Perfect Water" system, it taste wonderful and makes your skin feel awesome and showers heavenly! The interior features gleaming hardwood floors, stainless appliances, Huge Picture windows offering an awesome view of the land. Tastefully decorated with Antique furniture, the master bedroom boast a tiled walk in shower and a comfy King Size bed on the main level, upstairs offers 2 bedrooms and bath, kids play area stocked with games and toys. A bright and cheery Sun room for morning coffee, reading, relaxing or yoga, expansive outdoor decks surround with an open fire table and chairs for enjoyable relaxing evenings.
Enjoy The Yellow Tea Cup Cottage as a private couples retreat or bring the entire family for an unforgettable getaway. The Cottage is also offered on a daily rental basis as a great place to host catered Luncheons, Dinners, and small Corporate Meetings (can accomodate 6 to 15 ppl) . Call or email for details. Located only (9.2 Miles) 15 minutes from Downtown Knoxville, 10 minutes from McGhee-Tyson airport
Nightly, weekly, monthly rental options
Available

Property manager

Christie Sox

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Outside only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • 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

  • Gym
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Rockford, TN

What's nearby

  • University of Tennessee - 11 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Market Square - 14 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Thompson–Boling Arena - 15 min drive - 16.0 km
  • Knoxville Convention Center - 15 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Neyland Stadium - 16 min drive - 16.3 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Ruby Tuesday - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Cooper's Restaurant - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "Historical”Yellow Tea Cup Cottage,Farm setting,Spring H2O,WiFi, Knoxville area pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at "Historical”Yellow Tea Cup Cottage,Farm setting,Spring H2O,WiFi, Knoxville area?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "Historical”Yellow Tea Cup Cottage,Farm setting,Spring H2O,WiFi, Knoxville area?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is "Historical”Yellow Tea Cup Cottage,Farm setting,Spring H2O,WiFi, Knoxville area located?

Located in the heart of Rockford, this vacation home is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Fort Loudoun Lake and 2.2 mi (3.5 km) from Meigs Falls. S.S. Sultana Memorial and Covenant Health are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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"Historical”Yellow Tea Cup Cottage,Farm setting,Spring H2O,WiFi, Knoxville area Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 165 out of 181 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 181 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 181 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 181 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 181 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Abigail B.

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

Easy to stay!

This house was easy to get to and not far from downtown at all! We basically just needed a place to sleep and it did just that!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen M.

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

Graduation weekend

Stayed here for my daughter’s graduation for 3 nights. The house was great, enough room for the 6 of us. Well stocked kitchen. Spacious living area. Everything was very clean. We loved giving the horses treats!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natasha A.

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

Cozy warm cottage feel

Our experience was nothing short of amazing! This home was beautiful, communication with the host was great even to the point she allowed us to check in early. Location was perfect as we were here for Battle in Rocky top. I do believe this will be our return location for future visits.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

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

Thank you

We enjoyed our stay. The horses were a treat. Peaceful porches and bright and colorful and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

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

Great location

This is such a relaxing home out of the city but close to Knoxville. So relaxing to watch the horses while enjoying a morning on the porch.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

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

Great stay

Great house and location
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharon W.

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

Smokey Mountain Bike Week

This house exceeded our expectations!!! Absolutely beautiful property. We loved how the horses would greet us in the mornings and evenings for their snacks. We were also pleasantly surprised by the personal packets that were left.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacque L.

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

2 weeks of pure Heaven

Gorgeous,big,airy home with plenty of room for 3 adults and 2 dogs. The location was fabulous.Watching the horses run and play every day was mesmerizing. I loved the creaks in the old floors . The owner Christie is great.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

Great Staycation

Cute cottage with everything needed to make for a nice getaway. Close to UT and Knoxville so convenient for getting to and from campus when needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Elyce G.

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

Family oriented spot

It was the perfect location for a family to stay attending an event! Easy access to Downtown Knoxville as well as Airport, and other local venues. Loved the horses greeting us every morning -quiet, rural area.The host was so quick to respond to all requests so thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Todd P.

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

Visiting Family

Very relaxing and fun for kids. Dog friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Weston G.

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

Great for the family!

We had our two kids with us and their grandparents and the home slept us all comfortably. Kids loved all the animals as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter C.

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

Graduation weekend

We greatly enjoyed the Yellow Teacup. The views were spectacular and the house was cozy and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Misty C.

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

Lovely stay

Clean and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany V.

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

Fabulous charmer!

From the charming entry to the property, the cleanliness of the home with all the amenities you need we had a fabulous experience. My daughter could hardly get out of the car quick enough to go pet the horses. The owners are so considerate - leaving us a special treat when we returned from dinner on our first night. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

sharon f.

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

2nd time around

This was a return visit to Yellow Tea Cup cottage and we were not disappointed. The accommodation was perfect for our family and Christie was the perfect host responding to any questions or issues we had immediately. We would love to come back in the future
Stayed 18 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

james c.

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

Great place.

Very clean and great views.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Annette G.

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

Great Weekend Location for Knoxville Wedding

Stayed at the quaint house for a weekend wedding in Knoxville. Family of 5 and we all hand plenty of room. House is full of charm and the horses were a MAJOR BONUS!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne H.

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

Cute cottage

We enjoyed our stay at the cottage. It was convenient to family that lives in the area and close to UT football games. Would stay again!
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Excellent Stay

We had a very enjoyable vacation! This property is close to everything in Knoxville but still "country".
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marna L.

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

Family vacation

Had a great stay! Love the area and the house was beautiful and inviting. Felt like home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samuel C.

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

Excellent Cottage!

My wife and I took a stint of our honeymoon here, and it was beautifully peaceful inside and out. Would definitely return with a family in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg B.

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

Very clean and nice.

Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula C.

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

Tennessee pleasure!

Superb windows in living space Sunroom was special Loved horses so close to the premises Loaded kitchen Great outdoor space for family Quiet setting away from road noise Nearby, stores, hiking and swimming Ample towels and washcloths Comfortable beds
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

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

Perfect family spot

We enjoyed our long weekend stay at this property. Location was perfect for visiting our son and attending a UT football game. One of the best stocked VRBO’s I have ever stayed at. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023