The Gardner-Historic Stay-Sleeps 4

Experience Murfreesboro’s historic charm with a stay in the Gardner apartment at the Childress House. This private one-bedroom, one-bath retreat sleeps up to four guests and offers a comfortable setting within an 1847 property, close to downtown restaurants, shopping, local attractions, and Middle Tennessee State University.

Primary renter must be at least 21 years of age. Guests may be asked to present their government-issued IDs upon arrival or anytime during their stay. Do not rent this unit for another party. The primary renter must be staying in the unit.

About the Vacation Rental Unit:

Make yourself at home in the Gardner apartment, a private upper-level retreat within Murfreesboro’s historic Childress House. With a queen bedroom, full bathroom, and living room featuring a queen pullout sofa, the apartment comfortably accommodates up to four guests. Its convenient location makes it easy to explore downtown, visit MTSU, or discover the area’s historic attractions.

Built in 1847, the Childress House was once owned by Major John Childress, brother of First Lady Sarah Childress Polk, wife of President James K. Polk. Sarah Polk was known to visit the home. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the property carries nearly 180 years of local history. Portions of the home were converted into apartments during the 1930s, continuing its long residential story.

The Gardner apartment is accessed by an exterior staircase at the rear of the property. Stairs are required to reach the apartment. Detailed arrival and entry instructions will be provided before your stay.

This 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom vacation rental features:

Bedroom: Queen Bed
Common Area Sleeping Arrangements: Queen Pullout Sofa in the Living Room, Sleeps 2
Bathroom: 1 Full Bathroom

Maximum Guest Occupancy: 4 Guests (Please note that children under the age of two years still count toward the maximum guest occupancy.)

Parking:

Parking is available on the pad behind the house within the gated area, with overflow street parking allowed when necessary. Detailed parking instructions will be provided before your arrival.

About the Community/Property:

Stay near the heart of historic Murfreesboro, with local dining, shopping, entertainment, and Middle Tennessee attractions within easy reach. The downtown area centers around Murfreesboro’s historic Public Square, home to locally owned restaurants, boutiques, coffee shops, and community events. The location also provides convenient access to Middle Tennessee State University and some of the area’s best-known historic attractions.

Nearby Attractions and Destinations:
Historic Murfreesboro Public Square – 0.3 miles
Oaklands Mansion – 0.7 miles
Middle Tennessee State University – 1.2 miles
Cannonsburgh Village – 1.2 miles
Stones River National Battlefield – 3.4 miles
The Avenue Murfreesboro – 5.0 miles
Nashville International Airport – 31 miles
Downtown Nashville – 35 miles

Other Details to Note:

A signed rental contract is required at booking, confirming that guests agree to follow all laws, community rules, and 30aSeascapes’ policies. Violations may result in fees and/or eviction.

Upon booking, you’ll receive timely communications about your trip, including arrival and access details for your professionally cleaned and sanitized home. If you need anything before, during, or after your stay, our local team is ready to help!

Please be aware that there will be no refunds for Wi-Fi issues, as service is not guaranteed. If reliable Wi-Fi is essential, you are welcome to bring your own internet hotspot.

Non-negotiable rules: No Smoking or Vaping, No Events or Parties, No Firearms. Quiet hours are from 10pm to 7am unless posted signage indicates otherwise.