America's 1st THIS OLD HOUSE Idea Home
Chickamauga, Walker County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
America's 1st THIS OLD HOUSE Idea Home The "This Old House Idea Home" at Candlelight Forest in Chickamauga, GA is a beautiful and professionally designed idea home created jointly by the staff of This Old House, John Tatum, CEO of Cloudland Station and Candlelight Forest, and Nowland Design. The house sits at the head of a sweet little valley in the shadow of Lookout Mountain only 20 minutes from...
America's 1st THIS OLD HOUSE Idea Home The "This Old House Idea Home" at Candlelight Forest in Chickamauga, GA is a beautiful and professionally designed idea home created jointly by the staff of This Old House, John Tatum, CEO of Cloudland Station and Candlelight Forest, and Nowland Design. The house sits at the head of a sweet little valley in the shadow of Lookout Mountain only 20 minutes from the heart of downtown Chattanooga. A mountainesque craftsmen cottage, the home has a large wrap around porch and a steep roof that affords two floors plus a charming loft on the third level. The house is nestled in the shade of a ridge and is landscaped by designer Kate Karam of Monrovia.The home was built to inspire how one can live large in a smaller home. With so many clever built-ins at every level, the house lives up to its reputation as an Idea Home. A queen master suite is on the main, with another queen master suite on the second floor. The second floor also has a twin bunk bedroom and shares a full bath with the loft overhead that has two additional twins and a small play area. The loft is a kid's dream come true.The details are abundant, from an extensively built-out mud room to large tapered stone columns crowned with triple caps of indigenous flagstones. Located at The Candlelight Forest just outside of Chattanooga, it is the perfect home base for enjoying Chattanooga and all the local and regional sites. Uniquely situated, it has a backdoor entry into downtown Chattanooga only 20 minutes away. Moreover, located in the pastoral Chattanooga Valley, you are only 15 minutes to Cloudland Canyon State Park, notably one of the most beautiful state parks in the southeast, 15 minutes to Rock City and 15 minutes to Ruby Falls.
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- WiFi
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Basic soaps
- Heating
- Fireplace
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Dishes & utensils
- Coffee maker
- Blender
- Toaster
Outside
- Fire pit
- Outdoor furniture
- Kayak / canoe
- Water sports gear
Entertainment
- Television
- Satellite / cable
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- 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)
- Deadbolt lock
- Fire extinguisher
- Exterior lighting
Location type
- Mountain
- Rural
- Mountain view
Nearby activities
- Zoo
- Museums
- Theme parks
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Mountain biking
- Rock climbing
- Shopping
- Antiquing
- Wildlife viewing
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
- Microwave
Popular amenities
- Washer
- Outdoor space
- Fireplace
- Mountain view
- Barbecue grill
- Air conditioning
- Dryer
Internet
- Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Blender
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Hob
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Coffee/tea maker
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Paper towels
- Toaster
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 3 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Shower only
- Toilet paper
- Bathtub or shower
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Fireplace
- Living room
Entertainment
- TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Patio
- Firepit
- Outdoor furniture
Laundry
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- In a rural location
- Near a zoo
- In the mountains
Things to do
- Kayak
- Birdwatching nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Theme park nearby
- Water sports equipment
- Cycling nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Rock climbing nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
General
- Garden
- Unit size: 2,000 square feet
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Deadbolt lock
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 4:00 PM
- Minimum age to rent: 21
- Check-out: Before 11:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: No
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
Important Information
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
- 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
- On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
- 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 and a deadlock
About the area
Chickamauga
Located in Chickamauga, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Lookout Mountain Incline Railway is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cloudland Canyon State Park and Rock City. Lake Winnepesaukah Amusement Park and Reflection Riding Arboretum and Nature Center are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Nearby locations
- Lookout Mountain Incline Railway 20 min drive
- Cloudland Canyon State Park 21 min drive
- Ruby Falls 23 min drive
- Rock City 25 min drive
- Lookout Mountain 27 min drive
Getting around
- Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan) 36 min drive
Restaurants
- Canyon Grill 17 min drive
- Primetime Video & Pizza 19 min drive
- Los Potros 19 min drive
- Cross Roads Restaurant 6 min drive
- Melon Patch 18 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is America's 1st THIS OLD HOUSE Idea Home pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at America's 1st THIS OLD HOUSE Idea Home?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at America's 1st THIS OLD HOUSE Idea Home?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is America's 1st THIS OLD HOUSE Idea Home located?
Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 12 miles (20 km) of Gordon-Lee Mansion, Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Military Park and Lula Lake Land Trust. Moccasin Bend Brewing Company and Lookout Mountain Incline Railway are also within 12 miles (20 km).