Historic 1915 Home · Spacious · Family Friendly

Description

Built in the early 1900s, Willow House has lived many lives: a boarding house, a halfway house, the offices of the Make-A-Wish Foundation, and most recently a church. We fell in love with it, renovated it from top to bottom, and called it home for nearly three years. What you'll find is a house that honors its history while living beautifully in the present.

Historic Willow House is permitted by the City of Chattanooga as a Short-Term Rental. In a city where most listings operate without proper permits, that distinction matters. You can book with confidence.

Step inside through the grand foyer and you'll immediately feel it: high ceilings, tall windows, original hardwood floors, and the kind of craftsmanship that simply isn't built anymore. The front porch looks out toward Lookout Mountain, and the sunset skies from there are genuinely something to plan your evening around.

The fully equipped kitchen flows into a comfortable living room with a large sofa and flat screen TV, and adjoins a generous dining area. A half-bath sits beneath the stairs for convenience.

Upstairs you'll find three bedrooms. The master bedroom features a king bed and ensuite bathroom. The second bedroom offers another king bed and a walk-in closet that doubles as a working space. The third bedroom has two twin beds with trundles, perfect for kids or additional guests. Each bathroom is stocked with complimentary Public Goods toiletries.

At the end of the upstairs hall is a kids nook complete with a teepee, books, games, and a soft LED light. We think it might be one of your favorite surprises. Willow Front has its own private entrance and you're welcome to enjoy as much privacy as you'd like.


Guest Access
You'll enter through the vestibule at the top of the ramp along the side of the house. A keypad lock secures the door. Your unique code will be sent before arrival.


Interaction with Guests
We live just a few blocks away and love meeting our guests. As a former Rotary Exchange Student, I've long believed that travel is one of the best ways to build connection and goodwill between people, and hosting is our small contribution to that.

Whether you have a question about the house, need a local recommendation, or just want to say hello, don't hesitate to reach out.


Other Details to Note
Historic Willow House is an older home with the charm and character that comes with it. The original hardwood floors creak and the windows can be drafty in colder months. Central air and heat serve both apartments in the house and is a shared system. The living room and bedrooms have window units that provide supplemental heating and cooling. Please do not adjust the floor vents. If you need temperature changes, just reach out and we can adjust the system remotely.
Historic Willow House sits on a main arterial road and some street noise can be noticeable.

Ridgedale is a historic neighborhood in transition. It has genuine character and a strong sense of community, but guests looking for a polished or upscale streetscape may find it doesn't quite match that expectation. We love its authenticity, and we want you to arrive with an accurate picture of the area.

There is no laundry access for standard stays. Accommodations can be arranged for longer visits. Just ask.

The house has two apartments with separate entrances. You will not share interior space with other guests, but please be mindful of noise out of consideration for neighbors and fellow guests.

Two off-street parking spaces are available via the alley behind the house. Additional street parking is available along Chamberlain Avenue around the corner.

Smoking, house parties, unregistered guests, and loud gatherings are not permitted on the property.

At the back of the house there is a security camera and motion light that overlooks the parking area.

Minimum age to book is 25 years old.