The INN at The Gray Dove, a 1920’s farmhouse.

Farm stay in Ooltewah, Tennessee

  1. 7 guests
  2. 3 bedrooms
  3. 5 beds
  4. 2 baths
Hosted by Melissa
  1. Superhost
  2. 8 years hosting

Listing highlights

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In Ooltewah, near Chattanooga

On a 40-acre farm just outside Chattanooga, with shops and groceries about a mile away

Historic farmhouse on 40 acres

A 1920s farmhouse with an original double-sided fireplace and open views of the surrounding fields

A peaceful, scenic retreat

Guests highlight the beautiful grounds, with many returning for the peaceful setting and porch views
Nestled on the forefront of a 40 acre farm, the INN is a 1920’s farmhouse that was remodeled in 2016 and newly redecorated for your rental needs!
The interior boasts the original double sided fireplace (decoration only) and bright decor mixing the antique and mid century modern styles.
The mountain & field views are endless.
The INN is just outside of Chattanooga and within miles to the Harrison Bay State Park boat dock and Island Cove Marina into the Chickamauga Lake.

The space
Included with the INN is use of the entire house and 2 parking spaces. You will have a shared driveway with our personal house. You may also walk and explore the front half of the 40 acre property. The INN is part of a historic farm & venue, The Gray Dove.

Please note: No parties & Events are not allowed inside the Inn. Thank you!

Guest access
Guests have access to the INN and may walk around the front half of the 40 acres.

Other things to note
If the INN is booked for your dates, try The Fox’s Den, our new Airbnb right across the street!

Visit Ooltewah Whistlestop for a train depot vibe and over the top milkshakes. Voted Chattanooga’s Best of The Best New Restaurant in 2021!

I also highly recommend Cambridge Square for food + drinks, which is 3 miles away. There you will find:
Lupi’s Pizza Pies (Voted Chattanooga’s Best Of The Best Pizza) with patio- Amazing Pizza, Calzones & Salads!
1885- Delicious Southern Coastal, bar & patio. Must try the Fried Green Tomatoes with Pimento Cheese!
Il Primo- Delicious Italian! Mushroom Risotto with Scallops is my favorite!
Davis Wayne’s- higher end Southern Classics
For Drinks & Snacks:
Hop Town- Craft & Local Beers
Wine Down- Name says it all!
>>Stop by the Classic Car Cruise-In every Monday at 4:30 at Cambridge Square!

If you are in the mood for Home Town Country Cooking, head to Countryside Cafe (Voted Chattanooga’s Best Of The Best Meat & 3) just 5 miles away for the best southern food around and try their famous Banana Pudding!

You are 1.5 miles from the interstate, 1 mile to Publix, Beef O Brady’s & Marco’s Pizza.

Love to fish? Try out our local guides with Scenic City Fishing Charters, Inc and see who can catch the biggest bass!

Local Ooltewah fun:
We have great farmers markets!
Check out Ooltewah Farmers Market at the Ooltewah Nursery Thursday’s 3-6pm &
the Collegedale Market at The Commons Sunday 10-2pm.
Also, downtown Chattanooga has a huge Farmer’s Market, complete with Food Trucks every Sunday 11-4PM.

Smith-Perry Berries is a farm about 5 miles away that has seasonal offerings including you pick Strawberries in the spring/summer, Sunflowers & wildflowers and fresh corn in the summer and Pumpkins in the fall! It’s a sight to see!

Best Local Park & Playground:
Imagination Station and Memorial Park at the Collegedale Commons.

For adventures:

Hamilton Place Mall is 8 miles away
Dave & Busters is locates at Hamilton Place

21 miles to Downtown Chattanooga where you will find:
Tennessee Aquarium, IMAX Theatre, Discovery Museum, Coolidge Riverfront Park , the Walnut Street Bridge, Frazier Ave & West Village.
Schedule a Whiskey Tasting at Chattanooga Whiskey!

Best Downtown Restaurants:
Taco Mamacita- best Tex-Mex
Urban Stack- burgers galore
State of Confusion- good food, fun hang out
Whitebird at The Edwin- must visit! Over looks the Walnut St Bridge
Flying Squirrel-cool restaurant & hangout
Tupelo Honey- yum=biscuits & honey
Universal Joint-laid back dinner, drinks & patio
Slick’s-Burgers & a patio
Public House- nice dinner
Gillman’s Grill- nice dinner & drinks
St.Johns & Alleia- more upscale
Feed-casual dining with adjoining bar
Stir-casual dining with adjoining bar, focusing on handcrafted ice for cocktails.
Meeting Place-upscale dining
Easy Bistro-Seafood

Best Downtown Bars:
Whiskey Thief (inside the Edwin, view of Chattanooga)
Moxy- outdoor games
Clyde’s-food & drinks
Stir- handcrafted ice
Unknown Caller- neat Speakeasy
Songbirds-Live Music Events

Chattywagon is a FREE shuttle service to get you from bar to bar downtown. It’s a great service that runs off advertising and tips!

Downtown Shopping:
Warehouse Row- Anthropologie, JCrew & Lululemon
Frazier Avenue- Specialty gift shops & boutiques.

Other Adventures:
23 miles to Ocoee Whitewater Rafting
18 miles Red Clay Historic State Park
10 miles Harrison Bay State Park
Cherokee National Forest

Where you’ll sleep

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What this place offers

Mountain view
Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Free parking on premises

5 nights in Ooltewah

Aug 8, 2023 - Aug 13, 2023

Rated 4.91 out of 5 from 218 reviews.

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Overall rating

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

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Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for value

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Where you’ll be

Ooltewah, Tennessee, United States
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Neighborhood highlights

Ooltewah is a small knit town just outside Chattanooga, TN. Although we are ever growing, Ooltewah maintains its small town charm. Once populated with Native Americans, Ooltewah means “Owl’s Nest”. The Inn is less than a mile from our High School and on weekends you can hear the home games & see the lights. We love our town and are proud to call it our home.
We are sandwiched between Downtown Chattanooga (28 min drive) & Knoxville (a little over an hour drive)

Meet your host

Superhost
394 reviews
4.9 out of 5 average rating
8 years of hosting
Born in the 80s
Speaks English
Wife of 14 Years | Mom to 2 Adventurous Kids | Wedding Venue Owner | Airbnb Superhost | Restauranteur | Architecture Obsessed | Travel Junkie

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 3:00 PM
Checkout before 10:00 AM
7 guests maximum
Safety & property
Nearby lake, river, other body of water
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm