The Tellico Plains Inn, The Babcock Room
Tellico Plains, Monroe County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
The Tellico Plains Inn, The Babcock Room The Tellico Plains Inn, originally established in 1916, is in the heart of Tellico Plains and the start of the Cherohala Skyway. The Inn was rehabbed in 2023 with modern flare but staying true to the character of a 100+ year old Inn. It is within walking distance to the local shops and minutes away from the Cherokee National Forest (Bald River Falls, India...
The Tellico Plains Inn, The Babcock Room The Tellico Plains Inn, originally established in 1916, is in the heart of Tellico Plains and the start of the Cherohala Skyway. The Inn was rehabbed in 2023 with modern flare but staying true to the character of a 100+ year old Inn. It is within walking distance to the local shops and minutes away from the Cherokee National Forest (Bald River Falls, Indian Boundary, trout fishing, hiking, kayaking). The Babcock Room has a king bed and a futon for sleeping needs of up to four guests. There is also an en suite bathroom with a walk-in tile shower. The room also has its own ductless heating and cooling unit, 55" smart TV, console/desk with two chairs, k-cup coffee machine and a mini fridge. It is the largest room in the entire Inn, and the only room on the first floor. If you need additional rooms for your entire party, friends, and family please be sure to ask about availability. AND, the Inn also has a 650 Sq Ft Event Room lit with 3 stylish chandeliers that can be rented out separately, great for weddings, bridal or baby showers, birthday parties, or any enthusiast group gathering!We hope you will enjoy the modern flare and updates to this 100+ year old Inn. We tried to salvage its character, keeping the original rustic wood floors, wainscoting, and dental trim. Be sure to take some time to relax on the porch in the rocking chairs or in the lobby and view some historic photos of the Inn and Tellico Plains.Guests have access to the shared lobby, coffee station, microwave, small ice machine (for drink cups), wrap around porch, rocking chairs, and the entire grounds of the Inn. We offer guests a shared office space on the second floor on a first come first serve basis. The office space has two dedicated workspaces which include desks, chairs, printer/scanner/copier, etc. If you know you will want to use the office space during your stay, it is best to inform the host in advance of your stay.Centrally located in town and ample parking in back gravel lot and at side of Inn. Guests can literally walk the sidewalks to Tellico Grains Bakery, Trout Mountain Coffee, and several local shops. The Tellico Plains Inn is the center piece of the town.Guests are provided with 6 bath towels, 6 hand towels, 6 wash cloths, 2 full rolls of toilet paper, hand soap, body wash, shampoo, conditioner, starter set of K-cups, cream and sugar packets, and disposable coffee cups.
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Internet
- Printer
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Heating
- Desk
- Desk chair
Kitchen
- Microwave
- Coffee maker
- Ice maker
Entertainment
- Television
- Smart TV
Laundry
- Iron & board
- Coin laundry
Safety
- 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Deadbolt lock
- Exterior lighting
- Fenced yard
Location type
- City centre
Nearby activities
- Museums
- Swimming
- Water sports
- Water tubing
- Snorkelling
- Boating
- Kayaking
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Mountain biking
- Rafting
- Mountain climbing
- Winery tours
- Shopping
- Antiquing
- Ecotourism
- Wildlife viewing
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
- Hunting
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Microwave
Popular amenities
- Air conditioning
- Free WiFi
Languages spoken
- English
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Car recommended
Food and drink
- Coffee/tea maker
- Microwave
- Ice maker
Bedrooms
- Bedroom
- Sofa bed
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Shower only
- Hair dryer
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- Smart TV
Outdoor areas
- Fenced yard
Laundry
- Coin laundry
Work spaces
- Desk
- Office
- Desk chair
- Printer
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Handrails in stairways
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Smoke-free property
- 5 steps to reach entrance
- Hardwood flooring in public areas
- Well-lit path to entrance
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- In the city centre
Things to do
- Birdwatching nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Rafting nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
- Cycling nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Hunting nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Mountain climbing nearby
- Snorkelling nearby
- Water tubing nearby
- Winery tours nearby
General
- At least 80% lighting from LEDs
- Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
- Local artist showcase
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)
- Deadbolt lock
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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: Events allowed
- Pets allowed: No
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
Important Information
- 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 are allowed on site
- Note from host: Event Room is only available for access/use when b
- 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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
- Safety features at this property include a deadlock
About the area
Tellico Plains
Located in Tellico Plains, this holiday home is in the city centre. Charles Hall Museum and Sequoyah Birthplace Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Cherohala Skyway and Coker Creek Falls Trailhead. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Nearby locations
- Charles Hall Museum 6 min walk
- Tellico River 8 min walk
- Cherohala Skyway 2 min drive
- Coker Creek Falls Trailhead 14 min drive
- Bald River Falls 85 min drive
Getting around
- Alcoa Knoxville Airport (TYS)
Restaurants
- Tellico Beach Drive-In 3 min drive
- La Loteria Mexican Restaurant 5 min walk
- Subway 15 min walk
- Shell 17 min walk
- Iron Works Grille 3 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Tellico Plains Inn, The Babcock Room pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at The Tellico Plains Inn, The Babcock Room?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at The Tellico Plains Inn, The Babcock Room?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is The Tellico Plains Inn, The Babcock Room located?
Located in the heart of Tellico Plains, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Charles Hall Museum and Tellico River. Cherohala Skyway is 1.2 mi (2 km) away.