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Rising Sun Retreat, 15 Acres on a Bluff - Sleeps 14+

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Exterior
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire cabin

8 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 18

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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Sewanee, TN
  • Place, Tennessee River
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, University of the South
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, Sewanee Golf and Tennis Club
    ‪28 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Rising Sun Retreat, 15 Acres on a Bluff - Sleeps 14+

The Rising Sun Retreat is the perfect property to host a truly memorable gathering. Whether it's with friends, family, a retreat, or special event, it provides a picturesque setting with awe-inspiring views. Situated on a massive bluff overlooking the Cumberland Plateau, the property features waterfalls, trails, a cedar sauna, fire circle, yoga studio / gathering space, and a wrap-around screened porch. Located just 15 minutes from Sewanee and the University of the South, guests can explore miles of hiking and biking trails before returning to a tranquil, retreat-style setting.

This 15-acre secluded property contains a large cabin house, a studio space, and a tiny house with private bathrooms & a cedar sauna.

The Large Cabin House has 3 private upstairs rooms. Two rooms (queen & full) share one bathroom, and the Master (queen) has a private full bath with a balcony overlooking the bluff and sounds of the babbling brook just out the window.

The "Little Lodge" contains 4 private single rooms - fully furnished, each with a twin bed, cozy rugs and plush bedding. It is connected to the main house, and hot showers and restrooms are indoors, just down the hallway. It has an additional porch attached to enjoy the sounds of nature.

The cozy tiny home includes 1 full bed and 1 bunk with twin beds. It provides a full kitchen and two full bathrooms with the option to use as just a bathhouse.

Rising Sun can sleep 14 people with sharing beds, there is one pull out couch located in the living room that can sleep an additional 2 guests for a total of 16 comfortably.
This cabin features laundry facilities. The cabin offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, washing machine and 5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • On-site recreation includes a sauna
  • 11.8 miles (19 km) from Lake Trezevant and 11.9 miles (19.1 km) from University of the South
Rising Sun Retreat, 15 Acres on a Bluff - Sleeps 14+ offers its guests a sauna, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Sewanee cabin is smoke free.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 28

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

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

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 16
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Rising Sun Retreat, 15 Acres on a Bluff - Sleeps 14+ Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Host was great to work with, easy communication. The accommodations were great for our family groups of 6 adults and seven kids. Secluded, nice mountain view, convenient to Suwannee and nice trails.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hobey J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay - great house and location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

George R., NASHVILLE

Liked: Cleanliness
The house is nice and the property feels very secluded. However, the host had double booked the tiny house on the property and didn't disclose it to me until after confirming our reservation. She wanted to keep both reservations in place. Also, the day after our trip ended the host reached out to me directly, outside of the VRBO platform, and alleged damages that simply were not true/accurate while asking me if I wanted to "resolve this directly before the claim is filed."
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

stan s., Chattanooga

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place. Bring ice if you have a large group. Beware mosquitos.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eli M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Group Nature Stay!

We had an incredible time at the rising sun retreat. The accommodations were perfect for our large group. We especially loved the sauna and wraparound porch. The location is convenient to Sewanee and lots of nature and hiking. Thank you Brooke for a great trip!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zach M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stunning, charming retreat

This place is absolutely incredible. I suspected it would be special, but the pictures don’t do it justice. The views are spectacular, the accommodations are cozy and comfortable, and the property is beautiful. The home is charming and thoughtfully put together—it certainly doesn’t feel like a rental (in the best ways!), but rather feels as if you’re visiting a really special family property. The host was very responsive and helpful, and we will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025