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Artsy pet-friendly king room/historic railroad inn

Vacation home in Cowan with patio

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Interior
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Miscellaneous

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Cowan, TN
  • Place, Cowan Railroad Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Cowan City Hall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, University of the South
    ‪10 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cowan

This vacation home places you next to Cowan City Hall and Cowan Railroad Museum. The vacation home includes conveniences like a patio.
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What's nearby

  • Cowan Railroad Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cowan City Hall - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • University of the South - 10 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Bonnaroo Music & Arts Festival - 36 min drive - 36.1 miles
  • Jack Daniel's Distillery - 43 min drive - 34.2 miles

Getting around

  • Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Lupita's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Las Margaritas - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Artsy pet-friendly king room/historic railroad inn

The Gammons room is tastefully refurbished w/ a new king memory foam mattress. A large picture window faces the main street of downtown Cowan. People interested in watching passers by or who prefer a king bed may choose this room. The Galloway Room (1 queen) and The ApARTment (1 queen) are other options at The Franklin House.
The inn features a lovely lobby, banquet room/gallery & catering kitchen. It's a perfect boutique atmosphere for workshops, weddings, reunions & special events.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a patio and space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Guests can expect to find free WiFi. The vacation home also includes a washing machine.

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Cozy king ensuite room in historic railroad inn
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The price is $194
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Total with taxes and fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center

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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Well behaved pets are welcome.

Children and extra beds

  • Note from host: All children must be supervised by parents.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Respect for property and people must be maintained

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: 75
Note from host: Respect for property and people must be maintained
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 75.
  • Note from host: Respect for property and people must be maintained

Property is also known as

House
Artsy Pet-friendly King Room/historic Railroad inn Cowan

Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Cowan and just steps from Cowan City Hall and Cowan Railroad Museum. You'll also find Lake Cheston and Abbo's Alley nearby.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Are there hot tubs at Artsy pet-friendly king room/historic railroad inn?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

Are there rooms with balconies at Artsy pet-friendly king room/historic railroad inn?

Yes, every accommodation at Artsy pet-friendly king room/historic railroad inn comes with a deck.

Artsy pet-friendly king room/historic railroad inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Unexpected but enjoyable

Overall our experience was good especially for the price. It was very clean. The people were nice. We did have a slight confusion on who was checking us in and which entrance we were to use this was all resolved quickly. Fortunately, we did need to get up early and get going. The street noise at 7am would have you out of bed regardless. The noise from the train wasn't an issue at all for us. Me and spouse would stay here again and I would recommend it to anyone passing through.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely visit with Aunt Polly

Pretty Inn with lots of character and charm.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness

A nice small-town getaway

We enjoyed our overnight stay at The Franklin House. We came to bicycle the Mountain Goat Trail in Sewanee, and Cowan is very closeby. Our room was clean and comfortable, and the house was beautiful and inviting. Tom made us feel welcome, and the coffee and donuts for breakfast were delicious. This room does face the street where the railroad is nearby, but sleep masks and earplugs were made available.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lydia L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice hosts!

It was an easy location for a quick getaway to Sewanee and South Cumberland State Park.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Shanon J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Short stay in Cowan

The Franklin House is beautiful and the hosts are very friendly and accommodating. The bed was also very comfortable. Thanks for a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is stunning! Full of beautiful artwork and gorgeous furniture! The property managers were extremely hospitable and went above and beyond our expectations. It was elegant, but still comfortable and functional. Less than a block from the quiet town’s restaurants, stores and shops, and the railroad museum, I will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This room is very clean, very quaint, in an old train station. The property is an art gallery/small inn and is pet friendly. The town of Cowan is in a beautiful location near the Cumberland Mountains and is very historic. It is very close to Sewanee and the University of the South as well as Tims Ford Lake and State Park. We look forward to returning!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful experience in a picturesque location!

It was so cute and well maintained. It was very convenient and easy to come and go as we pleased. Would definitely stay there again. 10 out of 10. Rachel is very accommodating and easy to communicate with about the Franklin House. Cannot recommend enough!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Ro S., USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful unique stay

It was like walking into an art gallery (which it was). From the lobby to the backroom and the dining hall to the kitchen area, it was beautiful. The Gammon room we stayed at was also beautiful in how it was designed and presented. My daughter really enjoyed looking at the artwork created by Rachel. Checking in was a little rocky because of multiple entrances and no cell services, so arrange a meeting with the host to get the keys ahead of time. But it’s very minor and I’m sure it’ll be improved.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Pam C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Interesting historical building. We were warmly welcomed and enjoyed the hospitality of the owner.

Unique, artsy historical home.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

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