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Diamond in the Rough

Vacation home near University of Tennessee in Knoxville

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Private kitchen
Living area
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Private kitchen
Interior

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Knoxville, TN
  • Place, Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Knoxville Zoo
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Chillhowe Park
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Knoxville

East Knoxville stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this East Knoxville vacation home, you'll find Knoxville Zoo and Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum. Chillhowe Park and The Muse Knoxville are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Knoxville Zoo - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Chillhowe Park - 14 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • The Muse Knoxville - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Mabry-Hazen House - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Billie Rae’s BBQ - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Happy Garden Chinese Food - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Buddy's Bar-B-Q - ‬2 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.

Diamond in the Rough

Nestled close to downtown, our newly built vacation rental, named "Diamond in the Rough," provides a homely alternative to the usual hotel stay. Our cozy abode features two bedrooms and a bathroom, all tastefully decorated to make you feel right at home. Despite being in a neighborhood that's a little “rough around the edges”, rest assured that your safety and privacy are our top priorities. The house shares a driveway with the neighbors, but it remains a private and safe space.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Diamond in the Rough to the airport?

This vacation home is 16.2 mi (24-min drive) away from the McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Diamond in the Rough?

As of Jan 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Diamond in the Rough on Jan 13, 2026 start from $268.2, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Diamond in the Rough have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Diamond in the Rough offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Diamond in the Rough?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Diamond in the Rough?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Diamond in the Rough?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Diamond in the Rough have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Diamond in the Rough have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Diamond in the Rough to downtown Knoxville?

This vacation home is 2.2 mi away from Knoxville.

Diamond in the Rough Reviews

Reviews

7.0

Good

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

7.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Tara B., Bettendorf USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Communication with the host was very good. The shower was amazing and the beds were comfortable. The location was not convenient, especially for game weekends.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeremy Y.

Was pet friendly / Host was great and responsive. There was no itinerary to where trash goes or WiFi password and could’ve been more towels / wash clothes. Cleanliness was ok.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025