Iconic Winchester home near Tims Ford State Park!

Summary:

Settle into this spacious home ideal for large groups and families. The home features king beds and bunk beds for flexible sleeping arrangements, a functional fireplace for cozy evenings, and a dog-friendly yard. Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, reliable WiFi, and central heating and air conditioning. Parking is plentiful with a 3-car driveway, behind the property and free street parking. A perfect base for Tims Ford Lake, Jack Daniel's Distillery, and the Tennessee hill country.



The Space:

NOTE: After booking confirmation, you will receive a short pre-arrival form from property management to be completed prior to arrival.



ACCESS TYPE:

▻ Guests will have access to the entire home including the private backyard.



PROPERTY LAYOUT:

FIRST FLOOR

▻ Living Room — sofa, Smart TV, fireplace

▻ Kitchen — refrigerator, stove, oven, dishwasher, microwave, island counter, coffee maker

▻ Bedroom 1 — 1 king bed, Smart TV, en-suite bathroom

▻ Full Bathroom 1 — shower, toilet, sink

▻ Half Bathroom 1 — toilet, sink



SECOND FLOOR

▻ Full Bathroom 2 — shower, toilet, sink

▻ Bedroom 2 — 1 king bed, Smart TV

▻ Bunk Room — 2 bunk beds (4 full beds in bunk configuration), Smart TV



HIGHLIGHTS

▻ Dog-friendly home — bring the whole family including pets

▻ Functional fireplace — perfect for cozy Tennessee evenings

▻ King beds and bunk beds — great for families and larger groups

▻ 3-car driveway + guest parking behind the home + free street parking

▻ Reliable WiFi throughout

▻ Central heating and air conditioning

▻ Minutes from Tims Ford Lake and State Park

▻ ~30 min from Jack Daniel's Distillery in Lynchburg

▻ Available golf cart!



ACCESSIBILITY

▻ Two-story home. Guest must climb stairs to access bedrooms.



Guest Access:

PARKING

▻ Driveway accommodates up to 3 cars and additional guest parking available behind the property. Free street parking also available.



ENTERING THE HOME

▻ The Home is Accessed Via Self Check-In Using a Smart Lock with a Unique Code Per Guest.



The Neighborhood:

Natural Attractions

▻ Tims Ford State Park — ~12 min drive

▻ Tims Ford Lake & marina — ~12 min drive

▻ Falls Mill Historic Grist Mill & Museum (Belvidere) — ~15 min drive

▻ Grundy Forest State Natural Area — ~30 min drive



Distilleries

▻ Jack Daniel's Distillery (Lynchburg) — ~30 min drive

▻ George Dickel Distillery (Tullahoma) — ~22 min drive



Nearby Towns & Landmarks

▻ Downtown Winchester — minutes away

▻ Cowan Railroad Museum — ~18 min drive

▻ University of the South, Sewanee — ~22 min drive



Coffee & Breakfast

▻ Walnut Hill Coffee Company — ~5 min drive (pastries, tacos, great atmosphere)

▻ CJ's Coffee Barn — ~5 min drive (local independent coffee shop)

▻ Classic Cadillac Coffee House — ~5 min drive



Dining

▻ Filos Tavern — ~5 min drive (historic square, highly rated American fare)

▻ Howard's Restaurant — ~5 min drive (buffet: steak, seafood, sweet tea)

▻ Taqueria Los Olivos — ~5 min drive (authentic Mexican, 4.7 stars)

▻ Holt's Diner — ~5 min drive (local classic, 60+ years, burgers & Broaster chicken)

▻ Drafts & Watercrafts — ~15 min drive (floating restaurant at Twin Creeks Marina, Tims Ford Lake)



Getting Around:

GETTING AROUND:

▻ We recommend Uber or Lyft. We have not had any issues with either.





EVENT OR TOUR OPTIONS:

▻ If you are looking for a tour guide or event transportation in the area, please let us know! We would be happy to help.



Other Things to Note:

We take pride in offering a clean, comfortable, and welcoming space for your stay. The home is professionally cleaned and well-maintained, though minor signs of age may be present as this is a well-loved home rather than a hotel-style property. If anything needs attention, we’ll address it promptly to ensure a stress-free visit. We kindly ask that you treat the home as your own, and guests are responsible for any damages or loss, which should be reported immediately.



HOUSE RULES:

▻ Please do not unplug any electronics that are currently connected. Unplugging devices may result in a $100 fee.

▻ STRICTLY NO PARTIES, NO GATHERINGS, NO UNAUTHORIZED GUESTS, and a security deposit of $500 to $1,000 USD applies for local guest bookings.

▻ Please observe quiet hours between 10 PM and 8 AM

▻ Strictly No Smoking. Smoking of any kind, including cigarettes, cigars, e-cigarettes, vaping devices, or illegal substances, is prohibited anywhere in the property. Any violation may result in the immediate termination of your reservation without a refund, plus a $500 smoking violation fee to cover additional cleaning and remediation costs.

▻ Kindly keep noise and all activities neighbor-friendly, and avoid any community disturbance. Excessive noise, disruptive behavior, or any activity that disturbs the surrounding community may result in the immediate termination of your reservation without a refund plus a violation fee of $500.

▻ Please ensure pets are cleaned up after.

▻ Visitors and unauthorized guests are generally NOT allowed.



By booking this property, you agree to follow all rules and guidelines outlined in the listing. Failure to comply may result in a $500 fee, charged to the credit card used for the reservation.



POLICIES:

▻ Early Check-In – We’ll do our best to accommodate! Same-day requests depend on our cleaning team, and for future stays, the only guaranteed option is booking the prior night (if available).

▻ Luggage Drop – Luggage drop may be accommodated before check-in, but it is not guaranteed and must be approved by the host in advance. Approval depends on availability, cleaning schedule, and whether the property is ready for access.

▻ Late Check-Out – Late check-out is not guaranteed and requires host approval. Standard checkout applies unless approved. To guarantee a later stay, book the next night if available. Unauthorized late check-outs incurs violation fees.

▻ Package Delivery – We cannot guarantee safe or timely receipt of packages sent to the home. For reliability, we recommend using a local pick-up location or requesting doorstep delivery if sending items here.

▻ Pet Policy – We’re happy to welcome pets! A $140 non-refundable fee applies, plus $50 for each additional pet. This helps cover the extra deep cleaning to keep the home fresh for all guests.

▻ Third-Party Bookings are NOT permitted. The person making the reservation must be the primary guest staying at the property. Reservations made on behalf of someone else may be canceled or terminated without a refund if they do not comply with this policy.

▻ Mail Back Service - If you forget something, we can mail it back for a $50 fee (as long as it’s not an oversized item)

▻ Cancellation - Cancellation refunds will be based on your booking's cancellation policy

▻ There are exterior cameras installed above the front door and above the back door. It is on and recording 24/7 to help ensure the safety of you and the property during your stay.