Welcome to our Nashville studio condo, Lonestar! Minutes to Downtown Nashville via a short drive/ uber (2.5 miles) and centrally located to all Nashville has to offer: • Pool Opens May 1 • Walkable Neighborhood • Queen Mattress + Queen Sofa Bed • Stylish & Comfortable • Smart TV • Free WIFI & Parking • Kitchen • Dog Friendly (add'l fee) Nearby: Broadway, Nissan Stadium, Geodis Park / Nashville Soccer Stadium, Bridgestone Arena, Ascend, Music City Center, Belmont & Vanderbilt. Welcome to Lonestar, brought to you by Southbound Stays! Our Nashville studio condo is centrally located in the heart of one of Nashville's hottest neighborhoods, Melrose/ 8th Ave South - bordering 12 South. This is a walkable neighborhood and within minutes you can find food (even hot chicken), grocery stores, craft brews and bars. At just 2.5 miles to Downtown Nashville you are a short drive / short uber to the action of Broadway without being right in it. Step into our newly remodeled studio, a fusion of cowboy minimalism and modern flair. Drawing inspiration from the artwork above the bed, this piece traveled from the estate of a NASA engineer and devoted cowboy enthusiast. After finding this treasure, we knew it had discovered its rightful home in Nashville, a city synonymous with musical innovation and a deep appreciation for its country origins. At Southbound Stays, we're a husband-and-wife team who own, host, and manage our properties. As avid travelers who've experienced Nashville as both tourists and locals, our goal is to simplify travel and ensure a memorable stay for our guests. We do this by providing plentiful amenities, clear communication and a variety of travel suggestions. Whether you're traveling solo, a couple, or friends (hello, girls trip), we are ready to welcome you! When you book your stay with Southbound Stays, we'll provide helpful planning tips to take full advantage of all that Melrose/ 8th Ave S and Nashville have to offer. **DISCOUNTS ON WEEK+ Stays (discounts applied automatically) ** -- LOCATION DETAILS -- • 5-15 minute walk to restaurants, bars, music, shopping • 10-15 minutes by car to Downtown Nashville / Broadway, Nissan Stadium, Ascend Amphitheatre, Ryman & Bridgestone • 5-10 minutes by car to Belmont & Vanderbilt Universities • 5-10 minutes by car or 20-30 walk to Geodis Park (Nashville SC Stadium) • 15- 20 minutes by car to Grand Ole Opry • 10-15 minute walk to grocery stores & pharmacy/ drug store -- AMENITY HIGHLIGHTS -- • Top floor/ 2nd level condo with balcony • Community POOL (opens May 1 thru Labor Day weekends) • Queen, DreamCloud Hybrid Mattress • Assorted pillows for sleep preferences • Flexible sleeping option for extra guests with queen sofa bed • Plentiful amenities, including essentials & fresh linens • Free WiFi • Free onsite parking • Smart TV (Amazon Prime video, Netflix, Hulu & more - no cable) • Dog-friendly (fees apply) • Serviced by professional cleaners ** There are many reasons to love our home, however there are some important considerations we'd like you to be aware of prior to booking your stay at Lonestar. To make sure it's the right space for you, please refer to the "Other Things to Note" section of our listing.** We own 2 studios in the same complex + homes in East Nashville & Leiper's Fork so if this listing is already booked for your stay, check out our other listings (https://www.airbnb.com/users/24637373/listings) or feel free to message us for details. The entire space is yours during your stay. • You also have access to the shared, common areas of the pool & patio when open in summer.. • FREE, onsite parking, a rarity in Nashville. Spaces are not designated, however so if the lot is full, overflow parking is available on the street. ** PARKING NOTE: On March 21 & 22, 2024, our parking lot is be restripped and painted. They are doing 1/2 of the lot on Thursday (21st) and 1/2 on Friday (22nd). The lot associated with this unit will be done on Friday, March 22. This means there will be limited parking in the complex on those dates. However, there is free street parking available up and down the street. This means you may have to walk a bit up the road during daytime hours those dates.** We are never further than a message, text or phone call away- we are also only 5 minutes away by car. Our level of interaction is always up to you! • We are nestled in the Melrose/ 8th Avenue South neighborhood, bordering the popular 12 South neighborhood. Within a 5-10 minute walk you can be to restaurants (did someone say hot chicken?), bars (including a taproom and liquor store, music and more! You can even walk to 12 South within 20-25 minutes where there is more food, drink, shopping and even a park. • Minutes by car from key Nashville destinations & other popular neighborhoods: - Downtown Nashville / Broadway (2.4 mi / 3.9 km) - Grand Ole Opry (10.8 mi / 17.4 km) - Nashville International Airport (8.6 mi/ 13.8 km) - Geodis Park / Nashville SC Stadium (1.1 mi/ 1.77km) - The Gulch Neighborhood (1.7 mi / 2.7 km) - 12 South Neighborhood (1.1 mi / 2.8 km) - Hillsboro Village (1.8 mi / 2.9 km) - Midtown (3 mi / 4.8 km) - Germantown Neighborhood (4.4 mi / 7 km) - East Nashville (3.2 mi / 5.1 km) - Nissan Stadium, home of the Tennessee Titans and CMA Music Festival (3.2 mi / 5.1 km) - Ascend Amphitheater (2.6 mi / 4.1 km) - Bridgestone Arena (2.4 mi / 3.9 km) - Music City Convention Center (2.4 mi / 3.9 km) - The Ryman (2.7 mi / 4.3 km) - Country Music Hall of Fame (2.5 mi 4 km) - Vanderbilt University & University Medical Center (2.7 mi 4.3 km) - Nashville General Hospital (4.1 miles) - St. Thomas Midtown Hospital (4.0 miles) - TriStar Centennial Medical Center (3.5 miles) - Belmont University (1.1 mi / 1.8 km) • Close to highway access for those venturing to nearby towns like Franklin, Arrington Vineyards or Leiper's Fork Having a car is not necessary and parking in popular areas is often expensive. Parking at our building is FREE if you do opt to bring a car. However, we highly recommend using ride-sharing services such as Lyft or Uber which are a fraction of the cost that parking at key attractions or taking a taxi would be. Uber users enter code uv5yr for FREE ride credit • First time Lyft users enter code N1021 for FREE ride credit • There is also a FREE Music City Circuit bus that goes to main attractions around Downtown • A car would be suggested for venturing out to destinations outside of the main Nashville area. ** PARKING NOTE: On March 21 & 22, 2024, our parking lot is be restripped and painted. They are doing 1/2 of the lot on Thursday (21st) and 1/2 on Friday (22nd). The lot associated with this unit will be done on Friday, March 22. This means there will be limited parking in the complex on those dates. However, there is free street parking available up and down the street. This means you may have to walk a bit up the road during daytime hours those dates.** ** Important Considerations... there's a lot to love about our studio but let's be sure it's the right fit for you: 1. Rental Agreement: All guests must sign a rental agreement within 48 hours of booking (or immediately if arrival is within 48 hours). Failure to sign will result in cancellation of the reservation with applicable penalties. 2. Accessibility: Top-level (2nd floor) studio accessible via 2 full flights of stairs; pool accessed by full flight of stairs; NO elevator at the condo complex. 3. Location: This is a condo complex, therefore you may hear noise from others and occasional construction sounds. 4. Sleeping Arrangements: Queen DreamCloud hybrid bed + sleeper sofa (queen). 5. Dynamic Rates: Our rates vary based on the day of the week, season, and other factors. Please enter your exact dates and guest count for accurate pricing. For guest counts over 2 (maximum of 4 guests), an extra fee of $20 per guest per night applies, including infants and children. 6. Minimum Age: Primary renter must be 21+ per Davidson County. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by parents or guardians at all times. 7. Saturday check-ins/checkouts: not available. 8. TVs: streaming services only; no local cable channels. 9. Pets: We welcome potty trained dogs with a non-refundable pet fee of $15/day. Please indicate the number of dogs during or after booking. The pet fee is in addition to your reservation total and will be requested separately after making your reservation. Payment is due within 48 hours of reservation being made or immediately if reservation begins within 48 hours. Cats, birds, reptiles, ferrets, and other non-human animals are NOT allowed. Additional pet "house rules" apply. 10. RVs/ Boats/ Non-Standard Vehicles: We are unable to accommodate trailers, RVs, boats, or non-standard vehicles in driveway or on street per Davidson County regulations. 11. Nature and Pests: Expect bugs in the South. While we take precautions to prevent critters from entering the home, occasional encounters are inevitable. 12. Limitations: Cooktop only (no oven); No dishwasher; No ice maker; Wall AC/ Heat Unit. 13. Pool: Open from Memorial Day to Labor Day annually. Closed other times of the year. 14. Laundry: Onsite complex laundromat with PAY machines (washer/ dryer NOT in unit) in building next-door; no detergent is provided. 15. Building Age: Our studio underwent a complete renovation in 2022 however has retained some charming creaks and imperfections unseen in photos. The 1950s condo complex has areas of the building where it shows its age. Each studio/ unit is individually owned however anything within the community areas are maintained by the HOA/ property manager. 16. 16. Smart Home/ Security Features: Our studio is equipped with smart home technology and security devices. A doorbell camera is installed at the entry and faces away from the interior of the studio. NO interior cameras are present. NOTE: others in condo community also have similar style security cameras. Echo devices are available and considered listening devices inside the home. If preferred, echo devices can be unplugged for your stay.