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The Shady House -Appalachian Mountains Cherokee National Forest, Bristol Close

Reconnect with nature’s serenity and adventure amidst mountains & forests within walking distance.

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Terrace/patio
Bar (on property)
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, table tennis

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 14279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

The Shady House -Appalachian Mountains Cherokee National Forest, Bristol Close

Space Fun Comfort
This 3000 sq ft home is located in the middle of the Cherokee National Forest and views the ridge of the Appalachian Trail from the front porch. Located in the middle of this small town of just under 1000 population, offers a country store and a Dollar General both within view and walking distance from the home. Amazing views of the mountains completely surround the home which offers a large flat yard for activities. Including a fire pit area - umbrella tables and chairs - Gaming net - Horse shoes pits, etc. A total of 3 Private bedrooms each with Queen beds, Semi private sleeping room for 6 with 1 queen size bed, and 2 full size, and 1 mobile cot. This room is adjacent to the second living room which has a TV with Roku and DVD.
3 bathrooms, 1 full - 1 with shower -no tub - and 1 half bath. A large kitchen which is fully equipped with service for 20 plus, dining area seating for 40 ! - 2 Living rooms. TV with DVD/VHS and movies / a walk in laundry room / 1000 square foot game room and banquet area includes table tennis - darts - picnic table - dining table - full bar - private seating area / 2nd living room with 52" flat screen with a games for both / several movies and games for all ages. Each bedroom has it's own heat and air conditioning controls for individual comfort. A gas grill, large fire pit, and several seating areas are available. This peaceful quiet valley is located just off the famous 421 Snake - a popular motorcycle trip. You would be just 15 minutes from Backbone Rock National Park, within 30 minutes from South Holston Lake, Bristol International Raceway, The Virginia Creeper Bike Trail, and many more. Shady Valley is a nature conservatory for bog turtles and cranberry bogs. Includes Fiber optics Wireless Internet / This home is fully furnished with everything you need. Just bring your food!
I am the property manager and maintain a small apartment completely separated from the entire house. I have a small private entrance on the opposite side of your acre flat yard. I travel while guests are visiting, so I will not be there.

Property manager

Owner / Property Manager

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • Video library
  • Music library
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • 3 stairs to reach property
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Covered Outdoor Smoking Areas- One Heated

Services and conveniences

  • Safe
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • In the mountains
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Snow sports gear
  • Tennis on site
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Unit size: 3000 sq ft (279 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk hours vary at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Check-out time is flexible; to make arrangements, please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Please contact me for pets approval

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Not Fool Proof For Toddlers-Supervision Required

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: 40
Note from host: Parties Require additional Insurance and Deposit
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Shady appalachian Mountains Cherokee National Forest Bristol
Shady appalachian Mountains Cherokee National Forest Bristol

About the neighborhood

Map
Shady Valley, TN

What's nearby

  • Cross Mountain Trailhead - 6 min drive
  • Backbone Rock Waterfall - 9 min drive
  • South Holston Lake - 16 min drive
  • Virginia Creeper Damascus - 32 min drive
  • Virginia Creeper Trail Abingdon - 40 min drive

Getting around

  • Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Cucina Italian Kitchen - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Raceway Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Snake - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Moe's Country Kitchen - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Country Kitchen - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Shady House -Appalachian Mountains Cherokee National Forest, Bristol Close pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

Where is The Shady House -Appalachian Mountains Cherokee National Forest, Bristol Close located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Cross Mountain Trailhead, Backbone Rock Waterfall, and South Holston Lake. Backbone Rock Recreation Area and Ralph Stout Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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The Shady House -Appalachian Mountains Cherokee National Forest, Bristol Close Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 74 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Virginia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
We stayed over the weekend to do the Virginia creeper. It was a great place to stay! Hope we can come back again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

kathy i., Travelers rest sc

great family place!
very clean, lots of activities for family. We had a great family time here!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Ken R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shady Valley vacation
We had a great time & enjoyed our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Gayle E., United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bristol R&R festival
Great location, lots of activities nearby
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carla L.

Great rental for large groups
This rental is fantastic for large groups. The owner goes above and beyond to make your stay as memorable as possible.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy R.

WONDERFUL FAMILY VACATION
Kate provides a wonderful place for your family or group to enjoy. She is a very thoughtful owner who provides many extra items and details that make your stay at the Shady House a great experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Libby S.

The property was a cute old country store with plenty of space.
The home had beautiful views of the surrounding valley and mountains! It was great for a group of friends or family to hang out.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Tammy H., Wake Forest, NC

Perfect for our family trip
This property is very well maintained. We were very impressed with the owner's attention to us ensuring our every need was met. The game room was tons of fun for all of us. We would certainly book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Jill I.

Great stay for our 3 families and kids!
The owner was very helpful with planning our weekend. We were in town to ride the creeper trail. The house we spacious and kid friendly. It was just what we needed for us to enjoy the bike ride.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2016

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Amazing view, fabulous host, clean and well appointed home!
Kate is a super host! Excellent communication before, during and after our stay. Home had everything we needed! Beautiful property -- a great place to get away! Will definitely stay here again! Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Julia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Shady House
Kate went the extra mile to have our stay at The Shady House be a wonderful time and memory. If you have a large group, it is the place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mark S., Kissimmee, Florida

It's like a home away from home!
This was our second trip to the Shady House, and definitely not our last. My family loves this place and we've had some of our best times here! Thank you again Kate!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Freda J.

Family Thanksgiving
We had a wonderful Thanksgiving visiting children and grandchildren. The house was perfect for our active family. Kate was very accommodating! Hope to visit again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful getaway
Perfect place for large or small crowd. Home was well stocked with anything that could possibly imagine needing! Nice touches throughout the home. Nice large yard with plenty of room inside and out. Would definitely recommend and will be returning in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jeff R.

Great house, lots of room, beautiful view!
We loved the house, particularly the history and the character. Spotlessly clean, lots of room, big yard, and all the furnishings were nice and comfortable. Great communication with the owner who took pains to make sure our stay was complete and trouble free. We will be coming back!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2017

10/10 Excellent

Darren A.

Great place for a large family and beautiful, mountain area!
Kate was so friendly and helpful throughout the planning process and even during our stay. The house has a lot of space for larger families and/or kids. House has a nice layout with a large, open area for entertainment. The house was also in very close proximity to several desired locations for biking, hiking, shopping, sightseeing, etc. We had a great experience at the Shady House!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mark S., Kissimmee, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always great!
The Shady House is always perfect. This was our third trip to the property and definitely not our last. It truly has become our home away from home and will be a part of my children’s memories for the rest of their lives. There is so much to do in the area, but the house it’s self is a destination. The owner Kate is beyond accommodating and a very gracious host
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mark S., Kissimmee, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always Perfect!
This was our fourth trip to the Shady House, and it’s like a home away from home for my family. There is so much to do in the area, but the house it’s self is a destination. It truly is like staying with family. Kate goes out of her way to be sure you are comfortable. We’ve made a lifetime of memories here, and will definitely be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa K.

We loved it!!
My family had a great weekend!! The house was perfect for us. Kate had everything there we could need or want! When she said "just bring your clothes and food", she meant it. The game room and ping pong table were a big hit with our family. We did the Creeper Trail while we stayed here, which is nice and close! We will definitely be visiting again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Richard G., Gaffney, SC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bristol week
Me and my brother and 4 friends stayed for 5 days and we absolutely loved the old style historic home. We were there for the race weekend at Bristol. Enjoyed the fire pit at night and all the amenities. Mrs. Kate supplied everything needed to have a great stay and answered any questions we had. Probably the nicest owner I’ve ever dealt with on rentals. Hope to return next year. Oh, and the shady valley store about 200 yards away has delicious food and super nice people.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

bud g.

Peaceful Home in Shady Valley
A cozy house with a wonderful history, a great location (close the the VA Creeper Trail) and a very hospitable owner. We are already planning to return to Shady Valley & the Shady House. We sat for hours on the front porch and saw more deer and tractors than cars. The Shady House can handle a large group and give everyone space. A very peaceful setting. BG, Taylors, SC
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Paula C., Albany Georgia

Warm and Accommodating!
Kate went out of her way to make sure our family had everything we needed. The large game room had plenty of fun and games for the kids and all 23 of us were able to sit together for our Thanksgiving dinner. The house was well stocked and Kate said to let her know if we needed anything else. We had a wonderful time and hope to meet there again for another family get together. Clean, neat, and "homey"...you can't go wrong with this home away from home!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2016
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

LISA M.

Peace in the Valley
Kate, the owner, was wonderful to work with. She gave us helpful tips and provided everything we needed for our weekend stay. The house was super clean and very comfortable. Plenty of room for our large group to spread out. We cooked, had a bonfire, roasted marshmellows, rode the Creeper Trail, played ping pong, cards, and laughed alot. The house was only 25 minutes away from Damascus where we rented our bikes. The Shady House was a peaceful oasis that I would recommend for large groups.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Mitzi F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for family gatherings
Our first impression was this may not be big enough; we were fooled! The place is large and plenty of room for adults with dogs. Fully equipped kitchen from Keurig, to crockpot, to china for the holidays. Hand sanitizer was abundant throughout the house. Bathrooms were fully furnished with bathroom amenties. If you are looking for game time, this place has a ping pong table, lots of games from board games to poker and darts. The outside fire pit was a treat our first night. The property manager was very engaged and resourceful.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

Keith W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shady House/Shady Vallet, TN
Kitchen was nice and was very well equipped. Lighting in the living (front) room could be brighter, as well as the ping pong room. Back middle bedroom bed mattress not very firm and was very shaky. Drinking and all toilet water had brownish discoloration and had a faint smell of iron. Otherwise the house was spacious, cozy and fun for all of our group to spend time together in!!! Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023