Renovated 2026 Cabin On 18 Acres Near State Parks, Trails, and Waterfalls

THE GETAWAY ON RANGER CREEK

Your Adventure Basecamp On the South Cumberland Plateau

Centrally located for Tennessee`s top outdoor destinations:

- The Caverns underground concert venue (19 mi)
- Coalmont OHV Park (11 mi) (trailer parking)
- Fast Farms MotorX (11 mi)
- Greeter Falls (7 mi)
- Foster Falls (12 mi)
- Savage Gulf State Park (13 mi)
- Fiery Gizzard State Park (12 mi)
- Plus 90+ miles of trails, 15+ waterfalls, and dark sky stargazing

RENOVATED IN 2026

Our Scandinavian Cabin was completely renovated in 2026 with a full bathroom with large shower, upgraded insulation, a mini-split climate control system, and design touches that make it comfortable year-round. Clean lines, natural wood, and a minimalist layout that feels calm without feeling empty. This cabin is ready for every season.

THE SPACE

The Scandinavian Cabin is 310 square feet. A plush queen bed and a pull-out sofa bed sleep up to four. A kitchenette with mini-fridge and microwave, plus an in-unit Keurig coffee maker. Dishes, pots, pans, and utensils are handled through the bathhouse cabinet system (grab clean ones from the cabinet, return dirty ones when you`re done, and we take care of the rest). The full bathroom has a large shower, and there`s a Smart TV.

Step outside onto your 150-square-foot private covered deck in the woods, hung with string lights for after dark. Two rocking chairs for conversation, a dining table for two for meals outside, and a cozy egg-chair loveseat for cuddling. Morning coffee, relaxing afternoons, and quiet evenings with only the trees as your backdrop. Covered, so a rainy day doesn`t keep you inside. You also have your own fire pit and propane grill at ground level, with surrounding lights that keep the area usable after sundown.

IMPORTANT NOTES

Climate Control: The Scandinavian Cabin has a mini-split heating and cooling system with upgraded insulation, making it comfortable year-round. Note that on the very coldest of winter nights, the temperature inside could get as low as 62 degrees. We do provide additional blankets for Winter stays.

Woodland Setting: Our cabin sits in the woods, so occasional insect visitors are part of the experience. You may encounter ladybugs, beetles, the occasional spider, and various flying insects inside. Ants can also find their way in if food or crumbs are left out, so keeping surfaces clean goes a long way. We use natural pest treatments and maintain regular cleaning, but complete bug-free living isn`t possible in a forest setting. If you need a fully sealed indoor environment, our Scandinavian Cabin may not be the right fit.

THE PROPERTY

Explore our 18 acres of naturally maintained woods with hiking trails, a peaceful pond (say hello to our friendly Muscovy ducks!), two creeks, and quiet spots perfect for reading, photography, painting, meditation, writing your next hit song, or simply relaxing. A creekside meadow surrounded by tall grasses, thousands of ferns, and delicate Lady Slippers makes a great spot for a picnic or some quiet time. You`ll likely see whitetail deer and wild turkeys wandering through, especially at sunrise and sunset.

Our quirky flock of ducks and chickens roam the property freely, keeping mosquitoes and ticks naturally low. Seriously, it`s amazing how few mosquitoes you`ll encounter, considering we`re in the Tennessee woods!

The trade-off for greatly reduced mosquitoes and ticks is some periodic noise from our hens and roosters. We keep the chickens contained in the Coop until 8:00 AM. After 8:00 AM, you will hear periodic crowing, and the hens may perform their `egg song` after laying an egg, because they are very proud when they do!

They`re friendly, harmless, and always appreciate leftover snacks. The chickens and ducks may hang out around your unit. Consider them your personal mosquito and bug extermination crew.

Our Friendly Border Collies: Four Border Collies live on the property with us. They stay in our residence or their secure kennel except for supervised bathroom breaks and exercise. They never enter guest units. You may occasionally see them outside under our supervision. They are 100% non-aggressive but may enthusiastically run up to you expecting pets and attention.

ADVENTURE AWAITS

The Caverns (19 mi): Descend into a massive natural cave where the temperature stays 59 degrees year-round, and the acoustics are so pure that PBS films performances here. Named ACM`s 2025 Theater of the Year.

Waterfalls Within Easy Reach:
Greeter Falls (7 mi) - Boardtree Falls (7 mi) - Bridal Veil Falls (11 mi) - Foster Falls (12 mi) - Laurel Falls (12 mi) - Blue Hole Falls (20 mi) - Machine Falls (28 mi) - Rutledge Falls (38 mi) - Fall Creek Falls (43 mi), Tennessee`s highest at 256 feet

State Parks & Trail Systems:
Savage Gulf State Park (13 mi) offers some of the most dramatic gorge scenery in Tennessee. Fiery Gizzard State Park (12 mi) holds Foster Falls and the Fiery Gizzard Trail. Fall Creek Falls State Park (43 mi) is Tennessee`s most-visited state park.

For The Adrenaline Seekers:
Coalmont OHV Park (11 mi): Tennessee`s premier off-road vehicle park with trails for all skill levels - Fast Farms MotorX (11 mi): Motocross tracks and riding areas

WHAT WE PROVIDE

- Propane grill (propane provided)
- Kitchenette with mini-fridge and microwave
- In-unit Keurig coffee maker with coffee pods
- Pots, pans, utensils, dishes, and silverware (bathhouse cabinet system; we wash them after your stay)
- Salt and pepper
- All bedding (sheets, pillows, comforters, extra blankets)
- Fresh bath towels
- Shampoo, conditioner, and soap
- Smart TV
- High-speed WiFi (typically 75+ Mbps download)
- Climate control (mini-split AC and heat)
- Firewood, fire starters, and lighter for the fire pit
- EV charging: Level 1 (120v) and Level 2 with J1772 plug. Free. Please contact us in advance to arrange it.

GOOD TO KNOW

We (your hosts) live on the property but maintain your privacy. You`ll rarely see us unless you need something, but if you spot us outside, feel free to stop and chat. You can also reach us anytime by text or phone for help or local recommendations.

The Scandinavian Cabin at The Getaway on Ranger Creek sits in a beautiful, secluded, and quiet remote area on Tennessee`s South Cumberland Plateau, central to state parks, hiking, waterfalls, The Caverns, and Fast Farms MotorX. However, the closest grocery store is an 8-minute drive, the closest restaurant is a 10-minute drive, and the closest gas station/convenience store is a 7-minute drive. We recommend stocking up on groceries before heading up the mountain.

Guests will need their own vehicle to reach and enjoy the property. Ride-sharing services are extremely limited in this area and should not be relied on. If you`re attending a show at The Caverns or Bonnaroo, private shuttle services are available. Details are in your Digital Guidebook, or you can search online for current options.

This isn`t a luxury resort; it`s a genuine nature experience. If you want perfectly manicured grounds, room service, and zero wildlife encounters, this isn`t your place. But if you want crickets at night, birdsong in the morning, and nothing on your schedule but the outdoors, you`re going to like it here.

Your privacy matters to us, as does the security of our property and animals. We have motion-activated security cameras. No camera views the interior of any unit or bathhouse, or any deck or fire pit. Coverage: driveway, parking, walkways, yard, pond dam, chicken coop, surrounding woods, and a bathhouse video doorbell. Only cameras more than 50 ft from any unit record audio.

HOUSE RULES

Check-In & Check-Out:
- Check-in: 4:00 PM / Check-out: 10:00 AM
- Early check-in or late check-out may be available if you contact us at least 12 hours in advance. We`ll do our best to accommodate with typically 1 hour early/1 hour late when possible.

Occupancy:
- Maximum 4 guests (queen bed, pull-out sofa bed)

Quiet Hours:
- Five units share this property with reasonable spacing, but sound carries. Please be respectful of your neighbors.
- Quiet time: 10:00 PM - 7:00 AM (no loud talking, TV, or music)
- Low noise hours: 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM and 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM (keep noise to a minimum)

Parking:
- Please review the Digital Guidebook for your Scandinavian Cabin`s specific parking instructions
- Park only in your designated space
- Multiple vehicles or trailers? Contact us in advance for special parking arrangements

Property Rules:
- No smoking/vaping anywhere on property (minimum $200 remediation charge and possible eviction, strictly enforced)
- No pets
- Respect the wildlife and leave the woods better than you found them
- All guests must be registered at booking. No unregistered visitors or parties allowed.
- Our units are self-check-in. Detailed instructions will be emailed to you prior to your stay.
- Please review the Digital Guidebook for complete property guidelines including trash disposal, fire pit safety, wildlife interaction, water usage, and dish handling.

Guest Access:
You will have access to your cabin, a private covered deck, a fire pit and propane grill, designated parking, and the hiking trails, pond, and creekside meadow on our 18-acre property.

Communication:
- For emergencies, we`re available 24/7 by phone. For general questions or recommendations, reach us by text or phone and we`ll get back to you as soon as we can.
- We will send you a detailed Digital Guidebook covering what to bring, what we provide, and local recommendations. Please review it before leaving home.

Cancellation Policy:
- Please carefully review our Cancellation Policy, as we must follow both our policy and the booking platform`s policies strictly
- We strongly recommend purchasing Trip Insurance to protect your reservation and entire trip.
No smoking or vaping anywhere on property. Strictly enforced and may result in eviction. Smoking or vaping will result in a minimum remediation charge of $200, or the actual documented cost if