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Japanese timberframe tiny house perched on side of Lookout Mountain

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Exterior
Smart TV
Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels, soap
Property grounds
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Lookout Mountain, GA
  • Rock City
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Lookout Mountain Incline Railway
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Ruby Falls
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Chattanooga, TN (CHA-Chattanooga Metropolitan)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About the area

Lookout Mountain

With a stay at this vacation home in Lookout Mountain, you'll be in the mountains, within a 15-minute drive of Rock City and Lookout Mountain Hang Gliding. .This vacation home is 9.8 mi (15.7 km) from Ruby Falls and 13.7 mi (22.1 km) from Tennessee Aquarium.

What's nearby

  • Rock City - 12 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Lula Lake Land Trust - 12 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Lookout Mountain Incline Railway - 16 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Ruby Falls - 16 min drive - 15.8 km
  • Lookout Mountain - 16 min drive - 13.6 km

Getting around

  • Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rock City Gardens - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Rafael's Italian Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Los 3 Amigos - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Riley's Corner - ‬14 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.

Japanese timberframe tiny house perched on side of Lookout Mountain

A winding wooded trail leads down to Kotsu, a whimsical miniature, perched above rural Lookout Valley. Entering through shou sugi ban front doors, you'll find a full kitchen, living area, and powder room on the main level. Inspired by Japanese nature-inclusive designs, a covered exterior stair leads down to the bedroom and a spacious master bath. The fragrance of the cedar timbers, simple luxuries, and intentional flow of the design will put your mind at rest. Come stay!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Cherith Austin

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
Kotsu at the Tiny Bluff Lookout Mountain
Kotsu at the Tiny Bluff Private vacation home
Kotsu at the Tiny Bluff Private vacation home Lookout Mountain

Japanese timberframe tiny house perched on side of Lookout Mountain Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Getaway

was a great place to escape for a few days during the busy holidays! Loved the views and feel of being on the side of the mountain! Went to Rock City, which was close by but besides there stayed, cooked and hung out at this awesome little place.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay

Wish it was longer. Great little place with an amazing view.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lacy W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation

We enjoyed our stay! Great location, design, and an incredible view!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jana T.

Liked: Cleanliness

5/5 STARS

This place was fantastic! Very secluded and private, perfect for a little getaway!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Jacques B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful but..

Super cool Japanese style cottage with beautiful views. Two issues prevented 5 star rating. First it is a bit of a hike down a steep dirt and rock path to the cabin from the parking, not for the mobility impaired for sure. Second, the mattress in the bedroom left much to be desired.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy stay

We fell in love the themed deco from the listing. Once we arrived and saw it in person we cancelled all plans of hiking in the area and we locked ourselves in for the weekend. We had the best time.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing little quaint tiny home

Kotsu is a beautiful little tiny home with great views of the valley. One thing that stood out...the bath tub, very nice! Recommend staying here for a relaxing, peaceful vacay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Taylor B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect getaway

My husband and I really needed a weekend away and Kotsu was a relaxing getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aaric P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Trip

We had a good time. It was quiet and relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

James J., Pearland

Liked: Cleanliness

Pleasant

Peaceful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael Bell

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice

Enjoyed the property very much!
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bailee G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mountain stay

Views are breathtaking. Property is secluded and surrounded by nature. It’s especially beautiful in the evening with the string lights on the pathway, like something out of a fairytale

10/10 Excellent

Erika P., Nashville

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

This was such a perfect get a way cottage! We loved the views and everything the area had to offer. We could not have asked for more.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2020

8/10 Good

nate s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Small and peaceful

Everything is great.

10/10 Excellent

Lauren K.

Liked: Cleanliness

very nice

super cute little cabin great place to stay

10/10 Excellent

Cristy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Anniversary retreat

Beautiful property! So quiet and relaxing. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Hayley R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sweet hideaway

Love the simple clean design, the views-there is a perfect sunset over the mountains, and is just an overall great place to put away phones and relax