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Cabin Retreat in Monteagle's gated Clifftops

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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Smart TV, books
3 bedrooms, travel crib, WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, books
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Nestled in a private gated community, Not Bluffin! offers a cozy retreat with hiking trails, biking, and canoeing nearby. Relax by the fireplace in the family room or unwind on the large shady front porch. Enjoy excellent Wi-Fi and updated amenities like TVs with Netflix.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space

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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.

Cabin Retreat in Monteagle's gated Clifftops

Welcome to Not Bluffin! This cozy retreat is a beautiful three bedroom two bath home, situated in five wooded acres in Clifftops, a private gated community in Monteagle, Tennessee. Located just five minutes from Sewanee: The University of the South (YSR!) and the Monteagle Sunday School Assembly, Clifftops offers hiking trails, biking, a huge community lake and pool, (pool open during summer months of May - August), canoeing and sports galore!

The home offers a full Master suite plus two additional bedrooms, two full and updated bathrooms, a spacious and updated kitchen (fully stocked with all your cooking needs!), cozy family room with fireplace, and a relaxing light filled den. Excellent Wi-Fi, TV's (Netflix, YouTube TV, Disney+, etc.) are also included.

Great for a long weekend or a week-long getaway. There is a large shady front porch with multiple seating areas and a large back deck with table seating and a grill. The side yard hosts a huge fire pit ringed with Adirondack chairs - ready for an evening bonfire!

This home offers a wonderful place to relax and enjoy and all the mountain has to offer. You can swim, fish or canoe in the lake. Also enjoy the pool with a bluff view by the entrance. Tennis and pickle ball courts are located by the pool.

Note: no rentals to persons under 21 permitted without parents or adult family members and primary renter must be over age of 25. No pets.

Clifftops is a 2000 acre community with 280 privately owned lots. It is close to the University of the South, Sewanee. A short drive to the South Cumberland State Park and many other hiking opportunities. It is a great place to explore the Cumberland Plateau.

Discover Clifftops: https://www.clifftopspoa.org/discover/

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Tennis

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)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Map
Monteagle, TN

What's nearby

  • Clifftops Lake - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • University of the South - 18 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival - 38 min drive - 30.5 miles
  • Tims Ford Lake - 39 min drive - 23.1 miles
  • Raccoon Mountain Caverns - 53 min drive - 54.0 miles

Getting around

  • Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪High Point Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪SONIC Drive In - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Cabin Retreat in Monteagle's gated Clifftops have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Cabin Retreat in Monteagle's gated Clifftops 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 Cabin Retreat in Monteagle's gated Clifftops ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cabin Retreat in Monteagle's gated Clifftops ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cabin Retreat in Monteagle's gated Clifftops located?

Located in Clifftops, this vacation home is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Clifftops Lake and within 6 mi (10 km) of Sewanee Golf and Tennis Club and Sam H. Werner Military Museum. Lake Cheston and Monteagle Sunday School Assembly are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Cabin Retreat in Monteagle's gated Clifftops Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Leah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Cabin

The property and cabin were clean, comfortable, and convenient. It was a wonderful stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay!

Beautiful and peaceful place! Can’t go wrong here.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

lynn j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving with Logan

This is our Favorite place! Love it
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henry G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Parents Weekend at Sewanee

Great retreat to catch up with college kids between the ceremonies, events and parties on campus.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect quiet weekend

Frank and Kelsey’s place is the perfect spot for a quiet weekend in the woods. It’s well-stocked for everything you need to rest, eat, and spend family time. Comfortable couches and beds for lounging around between hikes or swims. Nice that it has separate living areas for kids and adults to watch separately. All the streaming services you need for when it rains. Close to the lake and beach for fun in the sun. Highly recommend the place and hope to visit again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful property in the woods!

We really enjoyed our stay in Monteagle. The house is so cozy and comfortable - we had a wonderful time! Loved seeing the deer just a few yards away from the back deck. It was so quiet, especially at night. The only issue I had was the TV sign-in, but the host called to walk me through it, which I really appreciated. Thanks for a great stay at a lovely property!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, peaceful, & relaxing stay in the woods

We will most certainly be staying here again! The house is very accommodating, clean, and quaint. Highlights included: enjoying coffee on the expansive back deck in the mornings, swimming in the very well cared for pool during the day, fishing off the dock and playing at the beach at the lake, and lastly, our favorite, was drinking wine and making s’mores around the fire pit at night. It was so refreshing to be somewhere with so much to do for the kids but equally relaxing for the parents. Bonus, the gated community felt very safe. Overall, a lovely family get away!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Delores L.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving Weekend

Lovely large cabin in our favorite area to rent houses. Kitchen was well stocked with dishes and cookware. We had no problem putting together a holiday dinner. We have stayed in this area before and know and know how the falling leaves accumulate. The leaves had been recently blown down to the moss covered ground.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eveylon M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy peaceful retreat

We loved our stay at Clifftops. I'm a Sewanee alum and took my husband and kids for their first visit to the domain. My brother, sis-in-law and niece joined us (as well as my parents, who camped 20 min away). This place was just perfect for the 7 of us plus 2 dinner guests. It has everything we needed for our visit. My favorite part was undoubtedly the outside entertainment spaces, including the firepit as well as the front porch. I spent many hours reading out there when we weren't touring Sewanee and Chattanooga. The hosts were easy to reach and logistics were simple. Thank you! Would love to stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dream Cabin on The Domain

My husband and I stayed in this cabin while on a visit to see our daughter at Sewanee. It would be wonderful if I could write such a review as to paint a perfect picture of this home. It’s a feeling of wonder and excitement driving down the long driveway, tires crunching on the leaves , reminiscent of a childhood memory at Grandma’s house. At least it’s what was on my mind. There’s a true front porch reaching across the front of the house, complete with rocking chairs, and a chance to enjoy the outdoors, The smoky scent of a wood burning fireplace wafts across from neighboring homes. This home is perfect down to the smallest detail. The layout is family friendly with two charming bedrooms and a bath situated so that the primary bedroom offers a bit of distance from other guests. One highlight of the home is the well placed step down den just off the kitchen,. Rustic with unique stone flooring, and windows subtly letting the light in. Comfortable furniture and a giant television make this a special place to relax with that bestselling novel you’ve been waiting to read. Kitchen is well equipped for any type of cooking you may want. Home is immaculate, well loved, and speaks volumes about the great family who makes this house a home. This is a traveler’s dream home. Supplies you’re encouraged to use make it simple to complete everyday tasks without a trek to the store. Plush mattresses , bedding , and all linens soft, clean, and ready to use. Home feels safe and secure, so we felt that way ourselves. I hope this review has helped you make a decision on a wonderful place to be.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

H David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A wonderful mountain retreat.

A wonderful mountain retreat in a gated community. A well kept home- clean and comfortable. Perfect for hiking, enjoying the forest, yet close to restaurants, groceries, etc. There are lots of activities for families (pool, tennis/Pickleball, playground). We enjoyed it!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

alyson d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great time with family!

We thoroughly enjoyed our time with the family at this property. It was great for our children of all ages!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jack T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Favorite House Around Sewanee

The Monteagle/Sewanee Retreat in Clifftops is perfect for a getaway on the mountain. It is now one of my favorite homes around Sewanee. The house was more than advertised and sparkling clean. The kitchen has everything you need to cook a big meal and the living area is perfect for lounging on the huge sectional sofa. The master bedroom is very spacious and everyone agreed that the all beds were very comfortable. We loved spending time on the covered front porch with plenty of seating. The back deck is large and is great for grilling out. The fire pit with seating around it was perfect for roasting marsh mellows. Cannot wait to return when we get back to the mountain.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022