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The Eggplant Cottage - Walking distance to downtown historic Jonesborough!!

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In the heart of historic downtown Jonesborough, Tennessee, The Eggplant Cottage offers a cozy retreat within walking distance to local attractions. Stroll into town and enjoy live music or visit the distillery in the evenings.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • 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.

The Eggplant Cottage - Walking distance to downtown historic Jonesborough!!

The Eggplant Cottage is a quaint gem located in historic downtown Jonesborough, Tennessee - the oldest town in the state. With a two minute walk into town, you can spend your evenings like a local by going to the distillery, catching live music, or sitting on the porch listening to the train. Check out local events by searching “Jonesborough Tennessee Calendar” in your search engine. Please note the property is close to an active train. We can’t wait for you to explore this charming town!

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

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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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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

About the area

Jonesborough is home to this cottage. Jonesborough Historic District and Christopher Taylor House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Tennessee Hills Distillery and Austin Springs Spa & Salon. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Mountain States Health Alliance Athletics Center or Freedom Hall Civic Center. Visit our Jonesborough travel guide
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Jonesborough, TN

What's nearby

  • 
Originally built as a saloon around 1888, the Mail Pouch Building takes its name from the charming tobacco sign which graces its western wall. Restored in 1994, the sign wall is a colorful reminder of the days when sign painters toured the country covering barns and buildings with their handiwork.
Today, the building houses a unique gift and craft shop called The Crafty Peddler. Home of the 6½ ft. Cigar Store Indian carved by a local artist, this craft shop also has folk art, baskets, pottery, jewelry, home and garden décor, and Christmas creations year round.
Painted around 1895, the sign itself is made up of two parts: the lower portion, advertising Mail Pouch Tobacco, processed by Bloch Bros. of Wheeling, West Virginia. The upper portion is an advertisement for Augustus B. Cummings, who was a local businessman and possibly one of the inventors of the first plow. This portion is called a privilege panel, and was traditionally given to the building’s owner or occupant as compensation for allowing the tobacco company to paint their sign on the building.
    Jonesborough Historic District
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Jonesborough Repertory Theatre
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Chester Inn State Historic Site and Museum
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • International Storytelling Center
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Tennessee Hills Distillery
    5 min walk - 0.4 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)
    28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Pizza Plus
    3 min drive
  • McDonald's
    18 min walk
  • The Black Olive
    11 min walk
  • Olde Town Pancake House
    13 min walk
  • Sonic Drive-In
    7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Eggplant Cottage - Walking distance to downtown historic Jonesborough!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Eggplant Cottage - Walking distance to downtown historic Jonesborough!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Eggplant Cottage - Walking distance to downtown historic Jonesborough!!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Eggplant Cottage - Walking distance to downtown historic Jonesborough!! located?

Situated in Jonesborough, this cottage is steps away from Jonesborough Historic District, Jonesborough Repertory Theatre and Christopher Taylor House. Chester Inn State Historic Site and Museum and Tennessee Hills Distillery are also within 5 minutes.

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The Eggplant Cottage - Walking distance to downtown historic Jonesborough!! Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cari-Edina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute Eggplant Home!

My husband, myself and our 2 children (8 & 18 months) stayed here for a little get away to the Bristol race. This home was adorable. Very clean and accommodating. Our kids LOVED the train and being able to walk to town and the little playground. If/when we go back to TN we will be staying her for sure.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls’ Getaway

We had a wonderful time at the Eggplant Cottage!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unique Cottage Stay

The eggplant cottage was very nicely decorated and equipped. We had a wonderful time in an interesting place. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing little gem

Loved the cottage! Also loved how close downtown was, enjoyed walking around everyday. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage

Loved the cottage. The train not so much
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming Cottage

My Wife and I had a wonderful stay at the Eggplant Cottage celebrating our anniversary. The hosts have created a warm, creative environment and did a beautiful job renovating the old house. A short walk into historic downtown Jonesborough
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Angela S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Eggplant cottage

Nice
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S. T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

2 weeks at the Cottage by the train tracks.

Extremely tastefully decorated from an older cottage into a modern marvel.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home has everything you could need! There is a white noise machine by the bed, Fiesta ware in the cabinets, hair ties under the bathroom sink, lots of extra blankets, lamps with the good kind of bulbs, storage for your suitcases and clothes, and plenty of snacks. I could go on.... Also really pretty decor and absolutely spotless. The train actually didn't bother me and it was kind of cool to feel it rumbling by. I'm definitely hoping I can stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

daniel m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A beautiful spot in downtown

We were here for our wedding, which took place downtown. The place was perfect for the two of us and the proximity was truly unbeatable. We loved the history of the building and the special Dr. Enuff (an east TN delicacy) by our host. This place has everything you could need and the host were very friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024