Veteran Owned Guest Home, Walk to Downtown, 6th Generation Locals, Love Pets!

Veteran Owned Guest Home, Walk to Downtown, 6th Generation Locals, Love Pets!

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Living area
Room
Room
King bed and slider door to screened in porch
Writing desk in master bedroom

Overview of Veteran Owned Guest Home, Walk to Downtown, 6th Generation Locals, Love Pets!

Reviews
9.6 out of 10 Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Franklin, TN
  • Popular LocationLotz House Museum15 min walk
  • Popular LocationFranklin Theatre16 min walk
  • Popular LocationThe Factory4 min drive
  • AirportNashville, TN (BNA-Nashville Intl.)34 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 3 - Daybed

1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Twin Bedroom

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Veteran Owned Guest Home, Walk to Downtown, 6th Generation Locals, Love Pets!

5 Star Generals Retreat is a charming, elegantly-furnished, 2 bedroom/1 bath guest home that rests behind our family's original property (The Big House) that was built in 1919. Nestled in a private setting with a private driveway and parking, this gorgeous vacation property is a mere 15 minute walk from Main Street Franklin and all of the historic sightseeing, shopping, and dining it has to offer.

There is ample outdoor room to run and enjoy cooking and recreation with the family. Enjoy the view of the historic property via a screened in porch and large outdoor patio off the master bedroom, the latter of which includes a gas grill and grilling utensils for cookouts.

Generals Retreat also offers a fully-stocked kitchen with service for 8, a formal cozy living room with console TV and a separate dining room surrounded on three sides with plantation shutters, a stackable washer/dryer, and much more.

Whether you're visiting family for the holidays, looking to relocate, or simply enjoying a much-needed vacation - we hope that you'll come and stay with our family in Franklin, TN!

Property manager

Damon Rogers
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Amenities

Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
$100 non refundable pet fee

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed on outside patio only

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Franklin

Located in Franklin, this guesthouse is in the city centre. Arrington Vineyards and Belle Meade Country Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit CoolSprings Galleria and The Factory. Travelling with kids? Consider SOAR Adventure Tower and Cheekwood Estate & Gardens. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Franklin, TN

What's nearby

  • Lotz House Museum - 15 min walk
  • Franklin Theatre - 16 min walk
  • Carter House - 17 min walk
  • The Factory - 4 min drive
  • CoolSprings Galleria - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Nashville Riverfront Station - 30 min drive
  • Nashville International Airport (BNA) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sonic Drive-In - 19 min walk
  • Ground Restaurant - 2 min drive
  • McDonald's - 14 min walk
  • Starbucks - 3 min drive
  • Puckett's Grocery & Restaurant - 18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Veteran Owned Guest Home, Walk to Downtown, 6th Generation Locals, Love Pets! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Veteran Owned Guest Home, Walk to Downtown, 6th Generation Locals, Love Pets!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Veteran Owned Guest Home, Walk to Downtown, 6th Generation Locals, Love Pets!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Veteran Owned Guest Home, Walk to Downtown, 6th Generation Locals, Love Pets! located?

This family-friendly guesthouse is located in the city centre, within 1 mi (2 km) of McLemore House, Lotz House Museum and Franklin Theatre. Carter House and Pull-Tight Players Theatre are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Madonna A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
George’s Baptism
Cozy and well-appointed! Mark was super nice—very friendly & informative! Only challenge—low water pressure! Would stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Virginia H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful getaway!
Damon met us upon arrival and we felt immediately at home. He was a wonderful host and the cottage was perfect! Everything very clean and in good condition. The neighborhood was lovely and a great place to walk our dogs. Overall a great stay and we would love to plan another trip back to this area!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S., Brooklyn

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Place!
Just loved this place. Built a fire in the fireplace and thoroughly enjoyed walking into town through the historic neighborhoods. The host was amazing and responsive and the whole place was so comfortable and roomy. Just wonderful.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden gem
Great little cottage we booked for out of town family. Located on the back side of the property so very private and quiet!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim T., Vero Beach, FL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming Cottage
Lovely cottage tucked in on the property close to downtown Franklin. Comfortable and cozy stay with everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Damon Rogers

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Welcome! We are Damon and Mark Rogers, the grateful custodians of Damon's family home where we retired in 2000 after 30 years of Navy life. Mark is a retired Naval Officer, and we have been very fortunate to have lived and travelled all over the world.

The family home was built in 1919 and Generals Retreat and Captains Quarters (VRBO Listing #496791), two of our rental properties located behind the Big House, were originally built in 1970 as a guest home and office suite.

Much of the surroundings you'll see when staying at one of our vacation rentals in Franklin have been gradually collected during our Navy years and represent our strong Southern heritage and love of antiques.

Why they chose this property

Enjoy 1600+ square feet of historic elegance with gorgeous family antiques and art adorning the walls and shelves of our properties.

Entertaining is a breeze in the fully stocked kitchen with all of the cooking, serving utensils, stoneware dishes, glasses, and all entertaining necessities for up to 8. Plantation Shutters abound on three sides in the classically furnished separate the dining room that is appointed with an antique secretary, antique bar/serving area, and cherry antique pedestal dining table.

Cozy up in front of the beautiful mantled wood burning fireplace in the living room (wood provided). The master bedroom offers a reproduction Iron King bed, gorgeous & crisp linens, a walk in closet, and Queen Anne desk.

Just outside the master bedroom is an all Wicker-furnished private screened in porch. Step from either the screened-in porch or 2nd bedroom onto the outside patio with ample seating and umbrella table for outdoor dining. Take advantage of the outdoor gas grill with utensils, or sit around the portable fire pit with wood provided.

The second bedroom offers antique four poster twin beds and a built-in library loaded with books, board and card games, and movies. Separate laundry room adjacent to second bedroom plus a dressing room/make up area.

Linens and towels for kitchen are provided, as well as laundry and dishwasher supplies. The tiled bathroom has shower, ample thirsty towels, hair dryer and basic all-natural toiletries.

What makes this property unique

This charming guest home is situated at the back of the property of our original 1919 historic home, Stone Oaks. Step inside and you will feel right at home. The cherished family heirlooms - both furniture and art - each have their own story to tell. The plantation shutters throughout give homage to the Charleston, SC heritage and afford gorgeous views from throughout the home.

The screened-in porch and outdoor patio overlook a 3-board fenced side yard where you can enjoy games of badminton or cornhole, or simply sit in the yard in Damon's grandmother's glider and chairs under the oldest Elm Tree in Williamson County.

We believe that this property is the best kept secret in Franklin and are delighted to share it with you. This guest home was built as a home and has all the amenities of a bigger house on a smaller scale.

This property sleeps 4 but adjacent to Generals Retreat is Captains Quarters (VRBO Listing #496791), which sleeps 2, and both can be booked for a total of 6 people.

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