★Welcome to the Hummingbird Retreat★
Don’t miss this historic home that is close to Vanderbilt, walking distance to Belmont, and walkable to everything 12th South has to offer!
★Welcome to the Hummingbird Retreat★
Don’t miss this historic home that is close to Vanderbilt, walking distance to Belmont, and walkable to everything 12th South has to offer!
That deep front porch with its swing and chairs isn't just charming—it's where guests keep finding themselves lingering with a book or glass of wine, soaking in the quiet neighborhood vibe just one block from 12 South's buzz. This historic home has real character (creaking floors and all), and while it's not a luxury showplace, it's clean, spacious, and genuinely well-stocked—guests have been pleasantly surprised by thoughtful touches like welcome wine and a responsive management team that once bought a coffee maker before arrival. The location is the real star: walkable to 12 South restaurants and Belmont University, easy street parking, and affordable Ubers to Broadway make it ideal whether you're here for a Belmont event, a Nashville weekend, or visiting Vanderbilt.
You're literally one block from 12 South's restaurants, coffee shops, bars, and boutiquesu2014guests consistently mention walking there for breakfast, dinner, and drinks. Belmont University is also an easy walk, and the neighborhood itself is safe, quiet, and filled with beautiful homes.
Uber or Lyft to Broadway runs about $9-15 and takes roughly 15 minutes. Many guests found this very reasonable and convenient, especially since you get to stay in a quieter, walkable neighborhood rather than right in the chaos.
Not at allu2014street parking is free and guests say they never had trouble finding a spot. It's one of those things people specifically mention being pleasantly surprised about.
It's an older, historic home with real characteru2014think creaking floors, a charming front porch with a swing, and spacious rooms. It's clean and comfortable but not fancy or overly decorated. Guests love it for its charm and authenticity, though a few note the living room is a bit sparse and the kitchen is better for coffee and snacks than full meal prep.
The management team (StayLocal) leaves a welcome bottle of wine, provides plenty of towels and toiletries, and has been incredibly responsiveu2014one guest mentioned they bought a coffee maker before arrival when asked. Communication is smooth and check-in is easy with digital codes.