A firepit, a garden, and an arcade/game room are just a few of the amenities provided at 3 Minutes to Hiking, Kayaking & WaterFalls!. Adventurous travelers may like the kayaking at this vacation home. Free in-room WiFi and laundry facilities are available to all guests.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Air conditioning
The current price is ¥26,656
¥26,656
¥50,479 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 20 - Mar 21
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Easy access to Nashville, Knoxville & Chattanooga Close to all local State Parks, rivers, & Center Hill Lake (see distances below)
THE SPACE: Our two-story home is perfect for adventure and nature lovers who are looking to enjoy and explore Tennessee's beautiful wilderness & natural waterfalls, while staying in comfortably modern accommodations.
The rental is designed for you to getaway and unplug with your friends or family! Enjoy our rental amenities & activities such as foosball, cornhole, a huge deck perfect for entertaining, and the ability to have an outside campfire - don't forget to pack your s'more supplies!
The main floor gathering area is a combination of living room, dining room, and kitchen. The kitchen is fully-loaded with new appliances and everything you need to feel at home, including: full-size refrigerator, dishwasher, stove, toaster-oven, Keurig coffee maker, Ninja blender perfect for smoothie making, crockpot, and new cookware & dishes. The cozy living room features a smart tv and access to the deck, for an indoor/ outdoor entertaining experience.
The main floor sleeping accommodations include two bedrooms with queen size beds - one bedroom has a tv in it and one does not. The third, smaller, bedroom on the main floor has a comfy futon - perfect for one person to sleep or to serve as an in-home office. The three main floor bedrooms all share a fully remodeled bathroom with a huge walk-in shower and dual shower heads.
A large spiral-staircase takes you from the main floor to the downstairs game room. Downstairs there is a bathroom with a shower, a full-size washer & dryer, lounging area with smart tv (perfect for movie nights), foosball table, card table, and host of other games to make memories during your stay. There is a twin-size daybed downstairs and a very comfy sofa that both serve as additional sleeping space, perfect for kids!
Enjoy your peaceful morning cup of coffee with mountain views on the front porch. Grill up some burgers on the deck, pour a glass of wine, and soak in the stunning TN valley sunsets in the evening. Our covered patio offers a great alternative outdoor space to protect from the sun or rain.
Our huge yard is perfect for cornhole tournaments & evening campfires. There is tons of space for your family & pets to roam and play!
Just a short three-minute drive away, The Lost Creek State Natural Area is a 263-acre nature reserve known for its unique geological features, including a series of underground caves, sink holes, waterfalls, and disappearing streams- famous for being the beautiful set of Disney's 1994 live-action remake of the "Jungle Book". The area offers several hiking trails that range in difficulty from easy to strenuous- be sure to pack your hiking shoes!
The area also features some of Tennessee's best kayaking experiences, including: Lost Creek, Caney Fork River, Rock Island State Park, & Burgess Falls State Park.
Two night minimum on major holidays: Christmas, Thanksgiving, New Years, July 4th, Labor Day, Memorial Day
Pets Allowed with $25 fee
Guest access As our guest, you will have our Lost Creek Retreat all to yourself!
LOCATION: 30 minutes south of I-40 90 minutes from Nashville & Knoxville 75 minutes from Chattanooga 12 minutes from downtown Sparta, TN
3 minutes from Lost Creek Stare Nature Area 15 mintes from Burgess Falls State Park 15 minutes from Rock Island State Park 35 minutes from Fall Creek Falls State Park 30 minutes from Center Hill Lake
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Foosball table
Kayak
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Rafting nearby
Swimming nearby
Wildlife walks 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)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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 deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
About the neighborhood
Located in Sparta, this vacation home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Rock Island State Park and Caney Fork River reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Pearson Park and Cotten's Marina. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Sparta travel guide
Is 3 Minutes to Hiking, Kayaking & WaterFalls! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at 3 Minutes to Hiking, Kayaking & WaterFalls!?
As of Mar 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 3 Minutes to Hiking, Kayaking & WaterFalls! on Mar 20, 2026 start from ¥26,656, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 3 Minutes to Hiking, Kayaking & WaterFalls!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 3 Minutes to Hiking, Kayaking & WaterFalls!?
Check-out is at 12:00 PM.
Where is 3 Minutes to Hiking, Kayaking & WaterFalls! located?
This family-friendly Sparta vacation home is located in the mountains, 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Caney Fork River, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Pearson Park and Beecher Wallace Homestead. Rockhouse State Memorial and Tent Graves of Mt. Gilead Cemetery are also within 12 mi (20 km).
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3 Minutes to Hiking, Kayaking & WaterFalls! Reviews
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Great location for hiking! The home is just delightful with all new appliances. Very clean and communication with the owner was great. We stayed here for our Mammoth Hike. So enjoyed it and look forward to staying here again to enjoy more hikes.
We spent a great week at this beautiful home hiking with our teens and dog. Close to Sparta and state parks and very close to Lost Creek nature area. We hope to return. Thanks to Jongee and John for hosting and providing everything we needed to enjoy our trip!
This was probably one of our favorite VRBO’s that we have ever stayed in. The house is very nice and accommodating. The location is great, and the owner recommendations for local restaurants and activities were spot on. We will be returning!
The drive to this home thru the rolling acres of farmland was incredible. If you turn right out of the driveway, there is an area that reminded us of Cades Cove in the Smokies. This was an ideal location and beautiful home to help us slow down and rest. The beds were comfy, and kitchen was well stocked too.
Absolutely lovely home, setting and hosts! We enjoyed everything about it and plan to return! It was a perfect setting for my kids and I to have a little getaway. If every VRBO host was as kind, thoughtful and conscientious as these hosts, the world would be a better place!
This home is absolutely beautiful with a magical view. We were welcomed by a neighborhood horse and in the evening fireflies. We loved every second of our stay.
I wanted a nice peaceful stay where I could venture out and see waterfalls. This was a great place and we enjoyed the house. It was nicely renovated and had very nice decor. We cooked a few small meals here and the kitchen was adequate. We were able to see the local waterfalls and drive to a few state parks from here. The owner was helpful in answering my questions and giving us suggestions. We enjoyed.a few shops & breakfast in downtown Sparta. I would stay here again.
The house is beautiful and was beautifully decorated. We had all items need to accommodate our stay. John and his wife, the owners, are wonderful. We will surely book here again!
This rental provided us a nice and quiet jumping off point for good exploration of the beautiful surrounding area. We enjoyed the home which was well apportioned and supplied with everything we needed and then some. All necessary communication with the home owner was well taken care of through the VRBO platform. We have no complaints and would certainly consider a stay here again.
My son got married in Sparta and I needed a house close by for him and his groomsman to stay the night before. The house was great, enough space for them all to sleep and they really enjoyed the downstairs game room, the foosball table was a big hit, even though a few men were missing the hourglass was hilarious. This was a great house and we would definitely stay there again.
We stayed there while visiting the state park and hiking in the Mammoth March. Everything was great. My only recommendation would be out mirrors in bedrooms too! We had 4 women getting ready at the same time so that would’ve helped! But it was a great house! Very cute and comfy
We visited for a relaxing girl's weekend. The house exceeded our expectations! It had everything we needed. There were enough blankets, cozy lounging and extras to make for a great stay. The decor was so charming. It was extremely clean.
We selected the house because we wanted something secluded but close to Fall Creek Falls. This was perfect! It took us only a few minutes to get to hiking spots.
Everything about this place was perfection, relaxing, accommodating and cozy. Can't wait to visit again!
We weren't in town long to actually relax but this property is hands down 10/10!
The cleanest place I have ever stayed.
It is about 10 mins off a main road but there is great wi-fi. If you get in late they have everything you need to make it thru breakfast the next morning. They have literally thought of everything!
Check in and out was a breeze. Communication was great.
Parking was great.
We loved everything about it! Highly recommend!
one of the best places we've stayed in. Check in and communication were great. Location was central to everything we wanted to do in the area: hiking, states parks, etc.