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As an elopement photographer, part of my work is to help my couples find amazing spaces to celebrate their elopement that can also be doubled as photo locations. Part of your elopement package includes getting ready photos at your stay and I love to work in a space that is going to add to your photos and make the day all the more special.
Having spent many years as a travel blogger and guide, I loooove researching the best Airbnbs and short term rentals for my couples (it’s fun inspo for myself, as well!). So here are some properties that I think would be perfect for a Chattanooga elopement!
The Window Rock A-Frame
This modern a-frame cabin located in the Sequatchie valley is an architectural dream. The interior is extremely clean with white oak furniture and creamy white walls. And the views could not be better with mountain views all around. It has a massive modern kitchen, deck with a hot cedar tub, 2 full bathrooms, and you can even add on spa and massage packages which are perfect for an elopement. You can also save 15%+ by booking directly through their website to avoid the Airbnb fees.
Here’s a Youtube video with a tour of the space:
Stayframe: A designer getaway with mountain views
The next stay is another modern a-frame called the Stayframe in Monteagle, TN, just 45 minutes from Chattanooga. This modern a-frame has stunning interior design; it’s super bright with neutral decor, making it the perfect aesthetic space for photography. And a huge perk is it’s only 5 minutes away from South Cumberland State Park, which is one of my favorite places to shoot adventurous elopements.
Catch & Release at The Retreat at Water’s Edge
This modern tiny home is not so tiny with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms and 1,100 square feet. It sits right on a lake with a private dock, a screened-in deck, an outdoor deck, and a fire pit. It has huge floor-to-ceiling windows and so many places to shoot. It’s also just 5 minutes from South Cumberland State Park with the Fiery Gizzard trail, Blue Hole Falls, and Grundy State Forest.
Mountaintop Luxury Treehouse at Selah Ridge
Have you ever wanted to stay in a treehouse? Well it doesnt’ get much better than this treehouse stay in Ringgold, GA, just 20 minutes from Chattanooga. This stay, which has been featured on HTGV, Magnolia Network, and Discovery+, will make you feel fully immersed in nature with 16 acres of property. Bathe in an outdoor tub high up in the trees or shower outdoors with a double shower head. This unique stay is definitely one you won’t forget and would be an amazing backdrop for any elopement. It also provides easy access to all of the wonderful hiking in the Chattanooga area for your elopement day.
Book directly through their website to save! selahridgetreesort.com
Gray Creek Cabin
The Gray Creek Cabin in Graysville, TN is just 35 minutes from Chattanooga but is a true nature escape. It sits on a beautiful creek and is surrounded by beautiful trees and is the perfect place to relax. But the interior is just as beautiful and is a mixture of stylish and rustic. It also has a hot tub and fire pit so you have everything you’d need. It’s located near Chickamauga Lake and the Hiwassee River if being on the water is something you’re looking for.
Blue Ridge Luxury Lodge
I just HAD to give an honorable mention to this amazing luxury a-frame cabin near Blue Ridge, Georgia. It’s about 1.45hrs from Chattanooga. One of the perks of coming to Chattanooga for your elopement is the amazing nature in neighborging Georgia and North Carolina. This home also sleeps 10 guests so it would be a fun rental for those wanting to bring their closest loved ones. Not to mention it would just be epic for photography, as you can clearly see from the listing! And it’s just 10 minutes away from Blue Ridge Lake which would be a beautiful location for either a sunrise or sunset elopement with guests.
This is just a glimpse of the beautiful, unique stays we have here near Chattanooga and one of the many reasons why I think it’s the perfect place to elope! If you’d like more help planning your Chattanooga elopement, just send me an email with your ideas and I would be happy to help you create something magical!
