Sugar Shack - Luxury Farmhouse Style Cottage in the heart of Downtown Franklin

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10Outstanding
(289 Ratings)
The Sugar Shack is a delightful retreat with beautiful decor, thoughtful amenities, and welcoming touches that make guests feel at home. Highly recommended for a cozy and charming stay!
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10 / 10
Outstanding(289 Ratings)

Cottage in Franklin, TN

2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath

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About this cottage rental

"There's a crazy little shack beyond the tracks
And everybody calls it the Sugar Shack"

- Sugar Shack lyrics
- Jimmy Glimer and The Fireballs

This recently restored, farmhouse style cottage, affectionately known as the Sugar Shack, is a one of a kind find in the heart of Downtown Franklin. Originally a railroad section house built in the early 1900's, it's had it's share of colorful history. It was once lived in by a woman named Beulah who sold moonshine durning prohibition. Small bottles and a funnel found under the house attest to the stories.

For visitors seeking the ideal escape, the Sugar Shack provides an opportunity to stay in a piece of history while enjoying every modern luxury and convenience. The recipient of a 2017 Award of Merit from the Heritage Foundation of Franklin and Williamson County, this cottage was designed with cozy spaces, vaulted ceilings, luxe furnishings and spa like bath amenities for the ultimate retreat. The gourmet kitchen is every cook's dream with state of the art appliances, five burner gas stove, pot filler faucet and oversized farm sink and quartz countertops.

Every detail has been meticulously considered, including the floors which are made of reclaimed elm from a threshing mill. A brick fireplace was found hidden inside the walls and has been exposed and reassembled to create a new gas fireplace and the wall above it is faced with the poplar wood from the original sub flooring of the house. The original wood siding of the house was milled and used as an accent wall in the kitchen.

The property also has an amazing outdoor space that features two cedar porches with a custom made swing and seating, a designer gas fire pit with surround seating and a beautifully landscaped yard with pea gravel paths.

Best suited for two adults due to the high end details fixtures and furnishings, this property is ideal for a romantic retreat, honeymoon or place of solace for the creative Artist. Although we love and have animals, absolutely no pets allowed at this special retreat. Created as a magical place for the owner's friends and family to enjoy, the Sugar Shack is a home for food, wine, great conversation and a place to make music, art and memories.

Located a few short blocks from Historic, Downtown Franklin, Sugar Shack is within 5 minute walking distance to charming shops, restaurants, theatre, music venues and historic sites.

Situated in the historical overlay of Downtown Franklin, the Sugar Shack is tucked away behind an older blue Victorian house next to the railroad tracks and a stones throw from the Harpeth River. With romance in the air, you will feel like you are going back in time to enjoy the occasional train passing through town, just like those that lived here during the Civil War when it was a railroad section house.

Sugar Shack is also available for intimate events (additional fees may apply).

Amenities at Sugar Shack - Luxury Farmhouse Style Cottage in the heart of Downtown Franklin

Non-smoking
No pets allowed

Map of Franklin, TN


Ratings and reviews

10 / 10
Outstanding(289 Ratings)
review starsSummary of reviews
The Sugar Shack is a delightful retreat with beautiful decor, thoughtful amenities, and welcoming touches that make guests feel at home. Highly recommended for a cozy and charming stay!
From real guest reviews summarized by AI
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2026
Harrison is so friendly and helpful. And what a lovely home in which to land, while in Franklin! I love the decour, the cozy living room and fireplace (perfect on a rainy or winter day). Well-equipped kitchen. I hope to be back!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2026
As always, Harrison made our stay at the Sugar Shack incredible in every way. My wife considers this place our home away from home and this was our third visit. The Shack was super clean as always and every amenity we could need was provided for. I cannot recommend this place enough for a couple's getaway and the convenience of being right outside of downtown Franklin is such a benefit!
10 / 10Outstanding·Jan 2026
Third time staying there, gets better every time!
10 / 10Outstanding·Dec 2025
The Sugar Shag is a beauty and so private thanks to the huge Emerald Arborvitae planted around the property. The kitchen was stocked with a wonderful wine and charcuterie board to welcome weary travelers and freshly baked cherry and fig bread for breakfast. The Sugar Shack is a grown up fairy tale cottage fulfilling every need possible for your stay in the sweet hamlet of Franklin.

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FAQs

Is parking included with this cottage?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Sugar Shack - Luxury Farmhouse Style Cottage in the heart of Downtown Franklin. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Sugar Shack - Luxury Farmhouse Style Cottage in the heart of Downtown Franklin pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Sugar Shack - Luxury Farmhouse Style Cottage in the heart of Downtown Franklin?

We found 2 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, and no pets allowed.