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Artsy pet-friendly king room/historic railroad inn

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

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

Map
Cowan, TN
  • University of the South
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Sewanee Golf and Tennis Club
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Lake Cheston
    ‪18 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Cowan

Heart of Cowan.Steps from the vacation home, you'll find Cowan City Hall and Cowan Railroad Museum. Tims Ford Lake and Johny Garden are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Tims Ford Lake - 10 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • University of the South - 14 min drive - 8.7 miles
  • Sewanee Golf and Tennis Club - 15 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • Sewanee Natural Bridge - 17 min drive - 10.6 miles
  • Lake Cheston - 18 min drive - 9.8 miles

Getting around

  • Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Java Hut - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪China City - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬11 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.

Property manager

Rachel Lynn Thompson

Languages

English

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Exterior detail

Cozy king ensuite room in historic railroad inn

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, 8 reviews
$170 nightly
The price is $194
Jun 1 - Jun 2
Total includes taxes and fees
Cozy king ensuite room in historic railroad inn

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

  • Smoke-free property

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Well behaved pets are welcome.

Children and extra beds

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

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
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. 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

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

How close is Artsy pet-friendly king room/historic railroad inn to the airport?

This vacation home is 65 mi (75-min drive) away from the Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Artsy pet-friendly king room/historic railroad inn?

As of May 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Artsy pet-friendly king room/historic railroad inn on Jun 10, 2025 start from $155.0, 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 Artsy pet-friendly king room/historic railroad inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Artsy pet-friendly king room/historic railroad inn offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Artsy pet-friendly king room/historic railroad inn?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Artsy pet-friendly king room/historic railroad inn?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Artsy pet-friendly king room/historic railroad inn?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Artsy pet-friendly king room/historic railroad inn have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Artsy pet-friendly king room/historic railroad inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Artsy pet-friendly king room/historic railroad inn to downtown Cowan?

This vacation home is 0.1 mi away from Cowan.

Artsy pet-friendly king room/historic railroad inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 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

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