Bedroom 1
Queen bed
Like all of our Wauhatchie Woodlands cabins, Ernie Cabin is tucked into 14 wooded acres at the base of Lookout Mountain.
Featuring 1 bedroom, 1 full bath, a sleeping loft, an open living room, and a full kitchen, it sleeps up to 4. With a private hot tub on the back deck, and located just 5 minutes to Ruby Falls and 5 from downtown, Ernie Cabin is an easy pick for those who want a quiet cabin in the woods with the convenience of the city nearby.
Ernie Cabin at Wauhatchie Woodlands is cared for with the same quality every Timberroot property is known for.
Queen bed
2 twin beds
Bathtub
Electric range, microwave, full-size fridge, and dishwasher
Sofa, smart TV, and vaulted ceilings
Washer/dryer combo
A concrete patio surrounded by trees
Dining set and charcoal grill
Shared by every guest at Wauhatchie Woodlands
Grab coffee, ice cream, and local goods on site.
Say hello to the goats, pigs, chickens, and bunnies.
A place for kids to play without leaving the property.
Explore the grounds on foot, right from your door.
Shared spaces for cookouts and evenings around the fire.
We are pleased to allow dogs at Ernie Cabin. Up to 2 are welcome (under 50 lbs. each) for a $35 fee.
Active train tracks border the property to the north, and I-24 is about half a mile away. Light sleepers may notice train and city noise; the cabin has a white noise machine.
Pack 'n Play travel cribs are available on request.
Check-in begins at 4:00 pm on the day of your arrival and check-out is at 10:00 am on your last day.
All of our properties feature self check-in. Full instructions will be provided prior to your check-in date through your online boarding pass.
You'll have the whole cabin to yourself.
Shared on the property:
- Trails around the grounds
- Pavilions and community fire pits
- Playground
- Petting zoo
- Sprout General Store for coffee, ice cream, and local goods
If you have any questions, comments, or experience any difficulties during your stay, our locally based Guest Services team is on-call from 8:00 am to 11:30 pm ET every day.
Wauhatchie Woodlands is in a wooded valley at the base of Lookout Mountain, 5 minutes from downtown Chattanooga.
Nearby attractions:
- Ruby Falls, 5 minutes away
- Rock City, 12 minutes away
- Reflection Riding Arboretum, 8 minutes away
- Fall fun near Lookout Valley:
- Peak leaf season: mid-October through early November
- Enchanted Pumpkin Patch at Rock City: Sept 18–Oct 31
- World of Bluegrass: Oct 20–24
- Head of the Hooch (one of the largest rowing regattas in the country): Nov 7–8
To make the most of your stay, we recommend a car to get around. Ernie Cabin has a private driveway that fits up to 2 cars.
Uber, Lyft, and local taxis are available throughout Chattanooga, along with reasonably priced street and lot parking downtown. Alternatively, a free electric shuttle downtown connects the Chattanooga Choo Choo to the Tennessee Aquarium, and Bike Chattanooga offers bike-share rentals at 42 kiosks around the city.
Ernie Cabin sleeps up to 4 guests across 2 bedrooms and 3 beds, with 1 bathroom.
Yes. Pets are welcome for a $35 fee. See Things To Note for the full pet policy.
Ernie Cabin is about 2.5 mi / 7 min from Downtown Chattanooga. Ruby Falls, Rock City, Reflection Riding Arboretum, and Tennessee Aquarium are also within easy reach.
Yes, Ernie Cabin has a hot tub for guests.
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and check-out is at 10:00 AM.
A rental agreement is required to complete your booking. A link will be provided by email immediately following your booking request. Please review it carefully — failure to comply may result in additional fees, forfeitures, and/or eviction from the property. If accidental damage occurs during your stay, please contact Guest Services right away
Guests under 21 or residing in the Greater Chattanooga Metropolitan Area will be charged a $200 refundable deposit upon booking confirmation.
Cancellations made 7 or more days before arrival receive a full refund, while cancellations made 6 days or fewer before arrival, along with no-shows, are charged in full and are non-refundable.
Select properties allow pets. Where permitted: 2 dogs max, under 50 lbs each. No aggressive breeds. Pets must be approved and added to your reservation at least 48 hours before check-in. Pets must be crated overnight and when unattended, are not permitted on furniture or bedding, and must be leashed outdoors at all times. All waste must be picked up and disposed of properly. Fees apply.
Smoking, vaping, and e-cigarettes are prohibited indoors and on adjacent decks, patios, and balconies. Designated smoking areas may be available at select properties.
Properties and grounds may not be used for weddings, parties, conferences, or similar gatherings unless specifically approved by management. Only guests associated with the reservation are permitted on the premises.
Properties may not be used for any online listing, commercial photo, film production, or event staging without Timberroot’s express written consent.
We expect all guests to be respectful of other guests and surrounding neighbors. Excessive noise, overcrowding, and illegal parking will not be tolerated. All shared amenities and public areas close at 10:00 PM and reopen at 7:00 AM.
All water amenities are used at your own risk. Children and anyone requiring supervision must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times.
All combustibles are used at your own risk. Guests are responsible for ensuring fires are fully contained and completely extinguished after use.
Firearms and projectile weapons of any kind are strictly prohibited on all properties.
All properties are regularly treated by professional pest control. However, some properties are located in wooded areas and guests may encounter insects or small wildlife. Contact Guest Services immediately if pests are found inside your lodging. Guests are asked to keep doors and screens closed and maintain cleanliness during their stay. By booking, you acknowledge that encounters with insects or wildlife are possible and no refunds will be issued for such occurrences.
Timberroot is not liable for interruptions caused by weather, acts of God, force majeure, pandemic, public authority orders, or other circumstances beyond our control. No refunds will be issued for such instances.
Make memories. That’s what you’re here for.
There is neighboring construction near our shared entrance and parking area. It is not part of Treetop Hideaways, but it may be visible or noisy during arrival and departure.
Please follow temporary parking signs, stay clear of construction areas, and call us with any questions or concerns.