Experience the refined luxury of Historic Bear House Circa 1890, a beautifully restored property in Chattanooga's trendy St Elmo Historic District. Unwind in your private daylight basement apartment with its own entrance, featuring two bedrooms and a full bath, or explore the historic charm and modern-day amenities like high-speed WiFi throughout.
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Entire apartment
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 493 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
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About this property
Bear House 1890, Stinson Suite, Perfect Getaway, Walk to Cafes, Outdoor Activity
đ» Welcome to the Historic Bear House Circa 1890! The best of everything!! Refined luxury, detailed amenities, large beautiful property. Walk to local restaurants, shops, grocery store, hiking and biking trails, tourist attractions. Less than 4 miles from Aquarium, all downtown, mountain and waterfront activities.
Beautifully restored 120 year old house, the Bear House, and additional carriage house with beautiful grounds. A rare opportunity to stay in a special historic property that adds to your trip experience; much more than simply a place to spend the night! Centrally located in Chattanooga in the trendy St Elmo Historic District, at the foot of Lookout Mountain.
Private Stinson Suite daylight basement apartment at the Bear House, with its own entrance, offers historic charm with modern-day amenities. Wonderful, private apartment including two bedrooms and a full bath. Open kitchen, living and dining floor plan.
**High quality, fully equipped kitchen with electric stove/oven, dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator. Small appliances include toaster, mixer, crock pot and electric teapot. The hospitality center comes equipped with Keurig and a well stocked variety of coffee, teas and hot chocolate and related condiments. The basics are kept stocked for your convenience: paper towels, garbage bags, cleaning supplies, laundry detergent, foils and plastic wrap, salt and pepper, spices, olive oil, canola oil, sugar and some breakfast items. **Beautiful living room with ample seating, dining, games, high speed Wifi, large smart HDTV with Cable, Amazon Prime and Netflix - a wonderful gathering space for you to relax and enjoy your visit. **Resource center in living room with office supplies, vacations guides, reading materials. **Queen bed, luxury bedding and linens, Smart HDTV with Amazon Prime and Netflix, iron and ironing board, full length mirror, luggage racks, water bottles, bedside radio/clock with 2 outlets and 2 ports for charging your devices, high speed Wifi (lower ceiling - 7'10"). **Full bed, luxury bedding and linens, full length mirror, luggage rack, water bottles, bedside radio/clock with 2 outlets and 2 ports for charging your devices, high speed Wifi. (lower ceiling - 7'4") **Spacious full size bathroom with bathtub/shower combination (rain head faucet), hair dryer, and specialty toiletries from nationally known local store Good Fortune (soaps, body wash, bath salts, lotion), luxury towels and numerous amenities. **Separate laundry room with large capacity washer and dryer. Laundry room located in the main house (Bear House), in the hallway outside Stinson Suite. Shared between Stinson Suite and the Carriage House (Sherfey Suite & Lilly''s Loft).
Our spacious property offers many opportunities for gathering spaces outdoors. The large old-fashioned front porch, courtyard garden and gazebo are wonderful spots for morning coffee, a special evening meal, or a place to relax in a comfortable chair with a good book. The special garden areas, and larger outdoor seating areas provide additional space for your enjoyment. Be sure to explore the carved bears placed around the property and hear their story! In the spring and summer, help yourself to the blackberries and small vegetable garden. And donât miss the scavenger hunt; over 40 sculptured animals roam the property for you to find.
Our beautiful large property sits on an entire block, front to back, in the charming St Elmo Historic District. There is the majestic main house called Historic Bear House 1890 (6500sqft) that consists of 3 other private apartments. My husband and I reside on the private first floor in the main house. Just a hop, skip, and a jump away from the main house, through the luscious courtyard, is the Carriage House (1600sqft) with 2 private apartments. With over 25 years experience in the rental property business, we specialize in a broad spectrum of lodging needs, from quick getaways, to out of town family and friends, to corporate rentals and short term rentals. With pampered on-site attention youâll feel taken care of from your first inquiry until the end of your stay, whether it is a short trip or a few months.
Be sure to check out our other private apartments located here at the Historic Bear House 1890 property:
Workman Wing, 2 BR, 1BA, #1021491
Wheland Wing, 2 BR, 1BA, #1021450
Johnson Retreat, 4BR, 2BA, #1021232 (Workman & Wheland Wings combined)
Stinson Suite, 2BR, 1BA, #1076824
Lillyâs Loft, 1BR, 1BA, #1324077
Sherfey Suite, 1BR, 1BA, #1172405
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Microwave
Mixer
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Games
Netflix
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Streaming services
Outdoor areas
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry detergent
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Work spaces
Office
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a village
In the city center
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near the marina
Next to a golf course
Things to do
Bicycle parking
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing 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
Bicycle parking
Garden
Unit size: 1,000 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Rules
Inquire Host about event details (event attendees, type of event)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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: 8
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
Frequently asked questions
Is Bear House 1890, Stinson Suite, Perfect Getaway, Walk to Cafes, Outdoor Activity pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Bear House 1890, Stinson Suite, Perfect Getaway, Walk to Cafes, Outdoor Activity?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Bear House 1890, Stinson Suite, Perfect Getaway, Walk to Cafes, Outdoor Activity?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Bear House 1890, Stinson Suite, Perfect Getaway, Walk to Cafes, Outdoor Activity located?
Located in the center of Chattanooga, this family-friendly apartment building is within a 10-minute walk of Moccasin Bend Brewing Company and Lookout Mountain Incline Railway. Ruby Falls is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) away.
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This is one of the best places I have ever stayed. This was my third time here and would stay here again! The location is great, the place in clean and they provide tons of essentials.
Very clean, well-stocked property, in a great location. The bed was comfortable, the towels were good quality. Plenty of outdoor seating areas. We would definitely stay there again if we were in the area.
This cute little rental had plenty of space for the two of us. It was clean, comfortable and well stocked with essentials, the numerous outdoor spaces were wonderful to relax after a day of activities. Great location close to many attractions.
Great property and very cozy. Close to the heart of downtown with several good dining options. House was wonderful in every way. Will be back and highly recommend.
Great stay, we especially loved the basement in the summer
The basement suite was perfect for a family of four with young kids (there was a small step into one of the bedrooms, but no one ever tripped). While the June weather was hot and muggy, the basement was consistently cool and comfortable. The kitchen was easy to cook in, the beds were comfortable, and the location was convenient.
Beautiful suite and very clean. Comfortable beds. I would stay there again. Hosts are wonderful and very responsive to any questions. Excellent location
This was our second return visit to the same apartment in the basement. Great cozy apartment, accessories, clean stocked bathroom. Especially love the covered patio with water fountains and little birds dropping by for a dip and a sip! Very relaxing accommodations and the best hosts weâve experienced!
The outdoor area was cute decorated for fall and the inside was clean and cozy only had an issue with the coffee maker dispensing dirty water. Would recommend and stay again.
We had a great weekend visit at the bear house. The room was very clean and the host was so nice. It was an easy walk to downtown St. Elmo restaurants. We canât wait to go back!
Came in town for the Hooch and it was a great location to stay outside of right downtown. The location was nice and quiet. Several rooms for groups to stay, but you never heard anyone else. Plenty of parking for all. Came and went as we pleased.
We had a wonderful weekend in the Stinson Suite; we loved all the âextra touchesâ! The location was perfect- close to restaurants and attractions. Weâd definitely go back.
The Stinson Suite apartment was very comfortable, well decorated and well supplied with useful kitchen and bath items. The bed linens and towels were luxurious. This was my second time to stay at the Bear House and I would try to stay there again if I am in Chattanooga in the future.
During our stay, itâs nice to be able to come back to our room knowing it will be clean, restful and quiet. This is a place you would want to come back to over and over.
Unique opportunity to stay in an 1800âs home. Very thoughtfully stocked with everything we needed. Without the rain we would have been able to enjoy the outdoor amenities as well.
Owners were great, property was nice, everything was clean and location was convenient to everything! You can even walk to five different restaurants and rwp ice cream shops!! This was an overall fantastic experience.
Great location! We loved staying there. The only issue we had was the mattresses. We rolled into the middle when we slept. Other than that, i highly recommend staying here.
A unique property in a historic area, while close enough to downtown.
We were here primarily to participate in Ironman Chattanooga, but also spent some time exploring the area.
The accomodation provided us with a good base, and was well stocked.
Overall wonderful property and ample space for my daughter and I. Close to lots of activities and downtown! Property as described and communication easy! 10/10 and would stay again!
The entire Bear house property is incredibly charming and inviting. The Stinson Suite was as well. The space is incredibly charming and cozy perfect for 1-2 couples or a small family. St Elmo is a lovely town and is perfectly walkable from the property. Beautiful area and so many great options for food, shopping, and experiences nearby.
Really lovely apartment that had everything we needed. The apartment was nice and cool when we arrived with the temperature in Chattanooga close to 90 that afternoon. The check-in process was seamless and here were really nice touches throughout,
We stayed for my daughterâs soccer tournament and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Clean and comfortable. The little town with the shops and restaurants within walking distance are great. The little treats and extra supplies were a very nice touch! We would recommend this property to everyone
The Stinson suite at the Bear house is everything advertised. It is large and very welcoming. The owners of the property live on site and are super friendly and helpful. We only stayed 3 nights and it was not long enough. We travel to Tennessee a couple of times a year and we DEFINITELY will return to stay here again.
We had a great time at Bear House! Such a charming and unique place to stay. We stayed in the Stinson suite and it worked perfectly for our family of 4. Two separate bedrooms and a TV in the master allowed us some time to relax together after our kids went to sleep. The kids loved all the statues to look at in the yard. It's within walking distance of a few restaurants, which was very helpful. We are already planning to come back again!