Glamping Tent with Deck | The Caverns & Waterfalls

Canvas glamping tent with queen bed, 130-sq-ft deck (half covered, half open), and private bathroom in the nearby bathhouse (41-second walk). Located on 18 acres of pesticide-free woods with hiking trails, ducks & chickens. Perfect basecamp for The Caverns (19 mi), waterfalls, OHV parks & the trail networks of Tennessee's South Cumberland Plateau. Self-check-in. Max 2 guests. Not climate-controlled but includes 1500W heater & fan. High-speed WiFi. EV charging available.

THE GETAWAY ON RANGER CREEK
Your Adventure Basecamp On the South Cumberland Plateau

Perfectly located for Tennessee's best outdoor experiences: The Caverns underground concert venue (19 mi) • Coalmont OHV Park (11 mi) • Fast Farms MotorX (11 mi) • Greeter Falls (7 mi) • Foster Falls (12 mi) • Savage Gulf State Park (13 mi) • South Cumberland State Park (15 mi) • plus 90+ miles of hiking trails, 15+ waterfalls, and dark sky stargazing right from our property.

THE SPACE
Our 130-square-foot canvas Glamping Tent keeps things simple: a queen bed (a real bed, not a cot) with quality linens, warm string lights overhead, and the quiet of the woods. Wind through trees instead of traffic. Room enough to move without feeling cramped.

Step outside onto the 130-square-foot deck (half covered, half open). The covered side gives you a place to sit in the rain or shade; the open side opens up to sky. An L-shaped couch with a side table and a small dining table for two are where most of your stay will happen: morning coffee, evening drinks, watching the woods do what woods do.

Your private bathroom sits in the bathhouse, a 41-second walk along a lit path. You'll have it entirely to yourself during your stay. The bathhouse also includes a coffee bar with a Keurig and ground coffee, plus a cabinet with cooking utensils and dishes.

The tent is not climate-controlled. We provide a 1500W space heater for cooler months and a fan for warmer weather. Spring and fall are the best windows.

Important Notes:

Climate Control:
The Glamping Tent is NOT climate-controlled. We provide a 1500W space heater and a fan, but expect temperatures inside to generally reflect outdoor conditions. Best enjoyed in spring and fall. The tent is closed in winter.

Woodland Setting:
Our tent sits in the woods, which means occasional insect guests are part of the experience. You may encounter ladybugs (considered good luck!), beetles, the occasional spider, and various flying insects inside. We use natural pest treatments and maintain regular cleaning, but complete bug-free living isn't possible in a forest setting. If you're looking for a sterile indoor environment, our woodland glamping experience may not be the right fit.

THE PROPERTY
Wander our 18 acres of pesticide-free woods with hiking trails, a peaceful pond (say hello to our friendly Muscovy ducks!), two creeks, and quiet spots perfect for reading or simply breathing. Discover our picnic area nestled in a beautiful creekside meadow surrounded by tall grasses, thousands of lush ferns, and delicate Lady Slippers. You might spot deer, or a flock of wild turkeys, wandering by; this is their home too.

Our quirky flock of ducks and chickens roam the property freely, keeping mosquitoes and ticks naturally low. Seriously, it's amazing how few mosquitoes you'll encounter, considering we're in the Tennessee woods!

The trade-off for greatly reduced mosquitoes and ticks is some periodic noise from our hens and roosters. We keep the chickens contained in the Coop until 8:00 AM. After 8:00 AM, you will hear periodic crowing, and the hens may perform their "egg song" after laying an egg, because they are very proud when they do!

They're friendly, harmless, and always appreciate leftover snacks. Additionally, the chickens and ducks may hang out around your unit. They are harmless and usually won't bother you much.

Our Friendly Border Collies: We have four very friendly Border Collies who live on the property. Our dogs stay in our residence or their secure kennel at all times, except for supervised bathroom breaks and exercise (playing fetch). They never enter guest units. While we do our best to let them out when guests aren't around, you may occasionally see them outside under our supervision.

Our Border Collies are 100% non-aggressive but may enthusiastically run up to you expecting pets and attention. If you're uncomfortable with the possibility of a friendly dog encounter, please let us know ahead of time and we'll make every effort to accommodate your needs.

ADVENTURE AWAITS

The Caverns (19 mi): This isn't your average concert venue. Descend into a massive natural cave where the temperature stays a perfect 59 degrees year-round, and the acoustics are so pure that PBS films performances here. It's been named ACM's Theater of the Year (2026), and once you experience live music in a giant cavern underground, you'll understand why.

Waterfalls Within Easy Reach: Greeter Falls (7 mi) • Boardtree Falls (7 mi) • Bridal Veil Falls (11 mi) • Foster Falls (12 mi) • Laurel Falls (12 mi) • Blue Hole Falls (20 mi) • Machine Falls (28 mi) • Rutledge Falls (38 mi) • Fall Creek Falls (43 mi), Tennessee's highest at 256 feet

State Parks & Trail Systems: Savage Gulf State Park (13 mi) offers some of the most dramatic gorge scenery in Tennessee. South Cumberland State Park (15 mi) connects to over 90 miles of hiking trails. Fall Creek Falls State Park (43 mi) is Tennessee's most-visited state park, with good reason.

For the Adrenaline Seekers:
Coalmont OHV Park (11 mi): Tennessee's premier off-road vehicle park with trails for all skill levels
Fast Farms MotorX (11 mi): Motocross tracks and riding areas

WHAT WE PROVIDE
Private bathroom in nearby bathhouse (41-second walk, 1 private bathroom)
Dorm-sized fridge
Microwave
Cooking utensils and dishes available via provided tote at the bathhouse (we wash them after your stay)
Fresh bath towels and kitchen towels
Coffee bar in bathhouse with ground coffee, Keurig machine, and K-cups
1500W space heater and fan
Grill with propane provided
Firewood for the fire pit
High-speed WiFi (typically 75+ Mbps download)
EV charging: Level 1 (120v) and Level 2 chargers available with J1772 plug, plus standard outlets if you're bringing your own charger. No charge for any option. Please contact us in advance to arrange access.
Parking for trucks and trailers (please contact us in advance if you need special parking arrangements)

HOUSE RULES

Check-in & Check-out:
Check-in: 4:00 PM | Check-out: 10:00 AM

Early check-in or late check-out may be available if you contact us at least 12 hours in advance. We'll do our best to accommodate with typically 1 hour early/1 hour late when possible.

Occupancy:
Maximum 2 guests (children welcome, but only 1 bed)

Quiet Hours:
Five units share this property with reasonable spacing, but sound carries. Please be respectful of your neighbors.

Quiet time: 10:00 PM - 7:00 AM (no loud talking, TV, or music)
Low noise hours: 7:00 AM - 9:00 AM and 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM (keep noise to a minimum)

Parking:
Please review the Digital Guidebook for your Glamping Tent's specific parking instructions
Park only in your designated space
Multiple vehicles or trailers? Contact us in advance for special parking arrangements

EV Charging:
Level 1 (120v) and Level 2 chargers available with J1772 plug, plus standard outlets if you're bringing your own charger. No charge for any option. Please contact us in advance to arrange access.

Property Rules:
No smoking/vaping anywhere on property (minimum $200 remediation charge and possible eviction, strictly enforced)
No pets
Respect the wildlife and leave the woods better than you found them
All guests must be registered at booking. No unregistered visitors or parties allowed.
Our units are self-check-in. Detailed instructions will be emailed to you prior to your stay.

Additional Property Guidelines:

Trash & Cleanup:
Please dispose of trash in designated trash cans
When checking out, please make sure all trash is picked up, but leave your trash can at your unit (we will take care of it for you)

Dishes & Cleanup:
Use the provided tote to pick up clean pots, pans, and utensils from the cabinet at the front of the bathhouse
When finished, bring the dirty items back in the tote and place them in the bottom of the cabinet
We will wash them for you

Fire Pit Safety:
Never leave fires unattended
Fully extinguish fires before going to bed or leaving the property
Firewood is provided, or you can gather fallen wood in the woods. Please do not cut live or standing trees

Wildlife Interaction:
Do not feed wildlife (except our domestic ducks and chickens with approved food scraps)
Secure all food inside to avoid attracting animals, bugs, or ants

Water Usage:
Our property uses well water that is tested twice yearly and filtered for your safety
Water pressure is usually very strong but may be reduced during periods of heavy use (such as morning showers)
Please be mindful of water usage

Communication:
Our goal is 100% 5-star reviews! If anything during your stay isn't perfect, please contact us immediately (we're available 24/7). Give us the chance to fix any issues and make it right!

You will receive multiple communications from us between booking and your stay. We keep our messages focused on important information, so please read every communication carefully.

We will send you a link to a very detailed Digital Guidebook covering almost everything you need to know: what to bring, what we provide, info on our chickens and ducks, and recommendations for local activities, shopping, and restaurants.

Please review this Guidebook before leaving home.

Cancellation Policy:
Please carefully review our Cancellation Policy, as we must follow both our policy and the booking platform's policies strictly

We STRONGLY recommend purchasing Trip Insurance to protect your reservation and entire trip

GOOD TO KNOW

We (your hosts) live on the property but maintain your privacy. You'll rarely see us unless you need something. We're always available for quick help or local adventure recommendations.

The Glamping Tent at The Getaway on Ranger Creek is located in a beautiful, secluded, and quiet remote area, and is one of the most centrally-located accommodations to many State Parks, hiking areas, waterfalls, The Caverns, and Fast Farms MotorX. However, the closest grocery store is an 8-minute drive, the closest restaurant is a 10-minute drive, and the closest gas station/convenience store is a 7-minute drive. The good news? Amazing hiking and waterfalls are within a 10-minute drive, and many more incredible attractions are just a bit farther away.

This isn't a luxury resort; it's a genuine nature experience. If you want perfectly manicured grounds, room service, and zero wildlife encounters, this isn't your place. But if you'd rather fall asleep to crickets and wake up to birdsong, welcome home.

You will have access to your unit, plus a few walking trails towards the back of our 18-acre property.

We are available 24/7 via the phone number provided (voice or text). Please note that messages sent through the booking platform's messaging system may not be seen from 11pm until 8am. Please use the phone number for best access.

This is a unique and special stay! We want your expectations to be exceeded! Please make sure you review the entire listing prior to booking.