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The Shanty by the Creek

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An outdoor deck with string lights, a table, and chairs.
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a black countertop.
A wooden cabin with a deck and a staircase leading up to it, surrounded by trees.
A wooden deck with a massage table and a small table with a bottle and a container.
A cozy cabin interior with a bed, seating area, kitchenette, and a fireplace.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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Collinwood, TN
  • Place, Laurel Hill Wildlife Management Area
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, David Crockett State Park
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Place, University of North Alabama
    ‪52 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Collinwood

With a stay at this vacation home in Collinwood, you'll be 13.9 mi (22.3 km) from Wayne Medical Center and 14.4 mi (23.2 km) from St. Cecilia Catholic Church. .This vacation home is 18.5 mi (29.7 km) from Laurel Hill Wildlife Management Area and 22.3 mi (35.8 km) from Rotary Park.

What's nearby

  • Laurel Hill Wildlife Management Area - 32 min drive - 24.3 miles
  • David Crockett State Park - 39 min drive - 32.4 miles
  • South Central Correctional Facility - 48 min drive - 38.0 miles
  • University of North Alabama - 52 min drive - 44.1 miles
  • Wilson Lake - 54 min drive - 45.3 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Chad's Family Restaurant - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪The Dragonfly - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Big John's Barbeque Shack - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪El Guadalajara - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Melvin - ‬21 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.

The Shanty by the Creek

Get away from it all when you stay under the stars in The Shanty. A rare gem nestled in the Tennessee woods by a relaxing creek. Come sit by the fire, on one of 2 decks by the water, or in the hammock to enjoy sounds of nature as you feel the tranquility rejuvenating your soul. Have a smores party or a romantic getaway. Come meditate and leave the world behind. Whatever your reason, The Shanty is a great place to visit. We have hosted thousands of guests over the last four years on different platforms and were listed in the top five percent of homes, with a five star rating. Many guests return several times. Come see why!

The space
This property provides an indoor shower and an outdoor shower. It has a tankless water heater so your shower will not run out of hot water. Friends, take your time in that princess shower! There is an outdoor bathroom that offers a composting toilet that is carefully sanitized after each guest. There is no indoor toilet.

Creek walking is one of our favorite activities here. If you want to venture out on a creek walk and visit the waterfall, then bring your creek shoes. Just remember that there are some spots that are quite slippery. There are also some places down our county roads that the water is deep enough to dip in and enjoy that way. Bring some clothes you can get wet in!

The Shanty is a one room beauty with a loft for extra sleeping with a full size bed. The bed downstairs is queen size. There is an adorable kitchen with a coffee station and we provide the basic needs of a simple meal preparation. It has an air fryer, toaster, microwave, induction plate, Keurig, Berkey water filter, dishes, bowls, utensils, glasses and cups we also have a gas grill on the deck. We provide environmentally friendly hygiene products as well. We are excited to share our oasis and trust you will love it here almost as much as we do.

Guest access
There is a shared driveway that splits and leads to the Shanty. We will have signs that mark owners retreat that is also located on the property. pets are welcome if they are kept on a leash and are house trained and well behaved. Please clean up after your fur baby and keep all animals off the furniture no matter how much they beg you. We don't wish to have any injuries or losses.

Other things to note
If this is a special occasion, please include us in your plans and if we are able, we will happily help you with your surprise or celebration. If there is anything that you need that you do not have or expected from us, please let us know so we can spoil you as best we can. We want you to come away with a desire to return and share this sweet spot with your family and friends. If you have a recreational vehicle, you can bring it and enjoy the many county roads that meander the countryside with beautiful views. Don't forget to ask about the swimming hole or help you schedule a massage, if you desire!

Please take a moment to sign our guest book. I always enjoy reading other peoples experiences and looking at their doodles.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchenette with a refrigerator and a microwave. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or make use of the other amenities, which include gas grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 0.5 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 4 pets total (up to 999 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Towels (changed on request)

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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
Please wash and put away dishes. Please make sure they are clean for the next guests. You may leave the linens on the bed.
When you leave please leave on the Heater or AC depending on the time of year.
Do not worry about the trash. We will take care of it. You are here to relax.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Smoking on deck only. Please dispose of cigarette butts properly. $100 fee will be charged if smoking inside.
Please no food or drinks in loft. No arts or crafts projects on bed or in loft.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
4 total (up to 999 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Potty trained pets always welcome! $10 per pet fee

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

The Shanty by the Creek Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Much more than we expected. A little difficult to find but GPS was accurate. Very peaceful. Excellent showers with lots of hot water. Kitchen was very well supplied, Pure tap water. Loft is only for young people. Great lights. Very secure. Excellent hosts with great initial tour of property and amenities. We want to return next year.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026