House in Knoxville, TN
8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Well priced for this locationPriced under area average
About this house rental
Welcome to Chez Leray, our peaceful downtown-adjacent getaway! Enjoy a unique home in a charming neighborhood minutes from downtown, conveniently located just off I-40 / I-275 exit.
Our quiet street is perfect for families wanting to take a morning walk, sit on the front porch, or enjoy a fire in the backyard. And our proximity to downtown is a great fit for anyone wanting to be out & about and enjoy all that Knoxville has to offer!
You can even hear Neyland Stadium from our porch.
The space
Our historic Queen Anne's Victorian home, built in 1899, has a spacious living area, small kitchen & bathroom downstairs, as well as three bedrooms & another full bathroom upstairs. The front porch has a large stoop, perfect for sitting & waving to neighbors, and the large backyard features a fire pit and several outdoor seating areas to enjoy the Tennessee mountain weather.
You’ll also be enthusiastically greeted by our backyard welcoming committee lead, Meatloaf — he’s a very friendly Siamese cat who has his own outdoor setup but is always happy to hang out & receive attention if you’re so inclined. :)
Guest access
Guests are welcome to the entire space, with the exception of the owner's closet downstairs & an outdoor storage area in the back. The property is accessible via spare key that guests can keep with them throughout the stay (although please don’t forget to leave it when you depart!).
Hosts stay nearby when Chez Leray is booked; we're happy to come say hi, answer any questions, or provide support as needed but will not be staying in the house while guests are present.
Additional note
We love our home and want to be clear with our guests that this space is just that — our home. We find it cozy & comfortable, and we are aware that it might not meet the expectations of guests looking for a more glamorous, 5-star experience. We welcome feedback & are always happy to hear ideas for ways to improve. :)
Our quiet street is perfect for families wanting to take a morning walk, sit on the front porch, or enjoy a fire in the backyard. And our proximity to downtown is a great fit for anyone wanting to be out & about and enjoy all that Knoxville has to offer!
You can even hear Neyland Stadium from our porch.
The space
Our historic Queen Anne's Victorian home, built in 1899, has a spacious living area, small kitchen & bathroom downstairs, as well as three bedrooms & another full bathroom upstairs. The front porch has a large stoop, perfect for sitting & waving to neighbors, and the large backyard features a fire pit and several outdoor seating areas to enjoy the Tennessee mountain weather.
You’ll also be enthusiastically greeted by our backyard welcoming committee lead, Meatloaf — he’s a very friendly Siamese cat who has his own outdoor setup but is always happy to hang out & receive attention if you’re so inclined. :)
Guest access
Guests are welcome to the entire space, with the exception of the owner's closet downstairs & an outdoor storage area in the back. The property is accessible via spare key that guests can keep with them throughout the stay (although please don’t forget to leave it when you depart!).
Hosts stay nearby when Chez Leray is booked; we're happy to come say hi, answer any questions, or provide support as needed but will not be staying in the house while guests are present.
Additional note
We love our home and want to be clear with our guests that this space is just that — our home. We find it cozy & comfortable, and we are aware that it might not meet the expectations of guests looking for a more glamorous, 5-star experience. We welcome feedback & are always happy to hear ideas for ways to improve. :)
Amenities at Welcome to Chez Leray!
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Knoxville, TN
Ratings and reviews
8 / 10Excellent·May 2026
This property was easy access off I40 and met our need to be close to UT for graduation ceremonies.
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2026
Great, cute home very convenient to UT-Knoxville. Lovely home built in 1899. Very artsy and cozy. We only stayed one night (arrived after 10pm, left before 9am), but it was great for our family. The area felt safe (across from a charter school), and on a walkable street. We didn’t bring our dogs but with its fenced back yard, friendly outdoor cat, and available dog crate- we could have easily done so and will remember this spot in case we return (if the son chooses UT-Knoxville!). The hosts were gracious and communicated well.Being familiar with 120year old houses, we expected steep stairs, eclectic sloping flooring, limited electrical outlets and all of the things that go with caretaking a piece of history. If you are looking for a hotel type VRBO, or have accessibility issues, this isn’t your space. If you are a family that wants to feel like you are staying with lifelong friends at their fun, artsy, pet-friendly house - then this spot will be great. We loved it and our teens each had their own room (clutch when we are on a weeklong car trip together), and even got some cat-therapy with petting the outdoor resident cat, meatloaf. The kitchen was updated and a downstairs bathroom added- so upgrades made the house - more modern experience.Overall: vibe: 10/10, location, 9/10, communication: 10/10, cleanliness: 9/10, and value: 10/10. Would definitely stay again! Just make sure you expect to be staying in someone’s home- not a distant person’s “investment.”
10 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2026
The house and property were very nice. Great location to the university
8 / 10Excellent·Apr 2026
Old house, but kept up well. Nice to have lots of beds as we had six adults.
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Top rated by guests
9Outstanding
(12 Ratings)
"Great, cute home very convenient to UT-Knoxville. Lovely home built in 1899. Very artsy and cozy. We only stayed one night (arrived after 10pm, left before 9am), but it was great for our family. The a..."
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