A Slice of Utah in Oak Ridge

Enjoy a Slice of Utah in Oak Ridge! Bring a little Western spirit to your Tennessee getaway! As Oak Ridge natives who now live and raise our family in Utah, we couldn’t resist when we found a home right on the corner of Utah Ave. We created "A Slice of Utah in Oak Ridge" as our personal haven for visiting family—blending cozy Tennessee comfort with Utah-inspired decor. When we’re in town, we love spending our days canoeing and swimming at nearby Melton Lake, hiking around Haw Ridge Park and the UT Arboretum, or chasing waterfalls at Frozen Head State Park. Oak Ridge is packed with history, too—we highly recommend visiting the Oak Ridge Children’s Museum just 5 minutes down the road (it’s home to the Manhattan Project National Historical Park visitor center, complete with NPS rangers ready to stamp passports, help with the Jr Ranger program and share local history!). If you're bringing ATVs or dirt bikes for Windrock Bike Park, you'll love how close we are—just please park long rigs or trailers across the street along Utah Ave rather than on the lawn or crowding the street. (We strive to be good neighbors so everyone can enjoy the location!) For sports fans, catching a game at Neyland Stadium is an easy 35-minute drive, and Dollywood makes for a great day trip (a little over an hour away—ask us if you're interested in local discount ticket connections!). After a day of exploring, come home to recharge: • Local Foodie Favorites: Skip cooking and try local spots like Dean’s Bakery, Hole in the Wall Cafe, El Cantarito (the salsa, queso, and arroz con pollo are a must!), Gallo Loco (get the BBQ pork chimichanga!), or Big Ed’s for the best pizza around. • Fully Loaded Kitchen: Prefer to cook at home? We’ve stocked everything you need—Instant Pot, Crock-Pot, rice cooker, pancake griddle, waffle maker, and a coffee maker (pods and grounds provided!). We also supply pots, pans and baking essentials (flour/sugar/oil), as well as spices/seasonings. (Friendly note: the ice maker on the freezer has been malfunctioning, so we have provided a counter-top ice maker that will need to be plugged in and filled if you'd like to have convenient ice.) • Kid & Family Friendly: Includes a booster seat for the dining table, kid-friendly dishes/cups, a Pack ’n Play for bedtime, and a comfy fold-out toddler mattress. We also provide toys in the kids play area. • Relax & Unwind: Enjoy the spacious backyard, kick back on the screened porch, settle in for a movie on the Smart TV, or have fun with our collection of board games and books. Quick Highlights: • Screened porch with outdoor dining • Fully equipped kitchen with baking/cooking essentials • High-speed WiFi that's great for remote work • Central A/C & washer/dryer with detergent • Extra towels for swimming (please just return them!), along with basic necessities like soap/shampoo • Driveway parking for 2 vehicles (plus street parking for trailers across on Utah Ave) • Keyless entry & 0.6 miles from the medical center Good to know: Three steps are required to enter this single-story home. No pets, smoking, parties, or events. An exterior Nest doorbell camera faces the front entrance and records motion for guest security. The home does have a fireplace, but we have closed it up inside the chimney and it is not functional at this time. Please note that the garage is for the owner's use and is locked.