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Artsy pet-friendly king room/historic railroad inn

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1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Interior
Experience the charm of downtown Cowan at The Franklin House, where a lovely lobby and banquet room await. Guests can choose from tastefully refurbished rooms like The Gammons with its new king memory foam mattress or other options like The Galloway Room and The ApARTment.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

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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 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

  • Smoking not allowed

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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
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.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Respect for property and people must be maintained

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
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

Property is also known as

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

About the area

Located in Cowan, this vacation home is in the city center. Sewanee Memorial Cross and Monteagle Sunday School Assembly are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sewanee Golf and Tennis Club and Twin Creeks Marina. Cowan Railroad Museum and Expressions are also worth visiting.
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Map
Cowan, TN

What's nearby

  • Tims Ford Lake - 10 min drive - 9.9 km
  • University of the South - 14 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Sewanee Golf and Tennis Club - 15 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Sewanee Natural Bridge - 17 min drive - 17.1 km
  • Lake Cheston - 18 min drive - 15.7 km

Getting around

  • Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (CHA) - 75 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪SONIC Drive In - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Filo’s - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Lupita's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Las Margaritas - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Artsy pet-friendly king room/historic railroad inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

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

As of Sept 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Artsy pet-friendly king room/historic railroad inn on Sept 10, 2025 start from CA $213.9, 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.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Artsy pet-friendly king room/historic railroad inn located?

Located in the heart of Cowan, this vacation home is steps from Cowan City Hall and Cowan Railroad Museum. Tims Ford Lake and Johny Garden are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Artsy pet-friendly king room/historic railroad inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

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 traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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 traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Interesting historical building. We were warmly welcomed and enjoyed the hospitality of the owner.

Unique, artsy historical home.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

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