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Well, look here … for just $786K you could own a piece of country music history: Dolly Parton’s former Idyllwild retreat! Oh, if walls could sing, this charming three-story, three-bedroom, three-bath 1800 square foot mountain cabin would be in tune for anyone. Recently owned by the one and only Dolly, this home is as full of character as the Queen of Country herself. It has a primary suite, a guest bedroom, and a spacious loft that sleeps five—and it was Dolly’s favorite spot to write and play her music. Nestled along a peaceful seasonal creek and just a short stroll to town, this private escape offers the perfect mix of tranquility and convenience. Designed with chalet-style flair, this home features soaring, wood-beamed ceilings, woodsy details, and a spacious deck where you can soak in the forest views. A brand-new roof ensures it’s ready for its next chapter, while the serene creekside setting adds to its magic. This is more than a home-it’s a piece of music history, a true mountain retreat, and a dream getaway waiting for its next storyteller. Just don’t try to strum the toilet seat.                           As always. Click to BIGGERate …    |
Wednesday, January 07, 2026
Architecture Wednesday: Dolly Parton’s Songwriting Retreat
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I adore Dolly, and it didn't surprise me she liked a lot of WOOD!!!!! As I love nature and the idea if being out living near nothing romances me more and more...this would be perfect and a good size for me too. I only like big when it comes to one thing, lol! Love the decking levels and the open staircase with craved out woods effect. Very nice. But I would have to calm all that wood down and only use it in certain places like accents walls and textured ceiling. No offense Dolly.
ReplyDeleteBut the guitar seat would HAVE TO STAY as an ode to her.
The guitar seat kills me, but it would stay! And I little paint in places would make it less woody!
DeleteOh, babes.
ReplyDeleteYou had me at Dolly. This would be perfect for retirement. That’s a LOT of wood, though. That would be the only thing. And I like me some wood…
XOXO
It does make a nice spot to getaway from it all!
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It's homely and welcoming, though some of the wood would have to go.
ReplyDeleteI agree!!
DeleteWith that bargain basement price, I'll take it!
ReplyDeleteCut a check!
DeleteA cozy getaway. The price seems like a bargain!
ReplyDeleteIt does. I wonder if it's a small lot???
DeleteDespite it being Dolly's (love her!), this one is way too rustic and too woody for me.
ReplyDeleteI could fix it with some paint real quick!
DeleteTrue enough.
DeleteI love it! The rock that it is built into is amazing, and other than a few cosmetic changes, it is perfect. I'd be so happy there, I'm sure.
ReplyDeleteWhat really struck me is that the property isn't over the top, it's not what I might assume a superstar would live in.
Well, it is just a songwriting retreat. I imagine Dolly has [several] fancy homes!
DeleteIt is a major change of style for me, but I could do that. I am surprised by how modest the kitchen and baths are (well other than the $15,000 refrigerator.)
ReplyDeleteI gathered that she bought the place quite a few years ago and just used it as a retreat so she kept it simple??
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ReplyDeletexoxo :-)
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DeleteWay too much wood! That can be fixed, though. Otherwise, I love it! I adore the toilet seat.
ReplyDeleteYeah, a coat or two of paint would work wonders!
DeleteI think it is terrific and can't imagine that someone hasn't already snapped it up because of the Dolly connection. Lovely!
ReplyDeleteThey may have already sold it ...
DeleteI couldn't deal with the location and that is an insane amount of wood but it is a bargain.
ReplyDeleteIt's a good weekend getaway, and I'd paint some of the wood!!
DeleteLuv me some Dolly house.
ReplyDeleteJust like Dolly, full of country charm :)
-CA jock
Just like Dolly!
DeleteWow, that is an amazing bargain for some Dolly Parton fan! One wonders why Dolly is selling it!?
ReplyDeleteMaybe she has a new writing pad???
DeleteHomely perhaps is a good description, and I am sure that is what Dolly wanted.
ReplyDeleteIt seems simple and happy and fun, like Dolly.
DeleteIt's nice. Too bad I'm not a millionaire.
ReplyDeleteIt is a little reasonably priced but still a bit out of my league!!
Delete🤔 Too much country.🪕 Not near enough rock 'n' roll!! 🎸 Love Dolly, not her interior design skills. I can handle this woody if I add bold colors and designs. Enough with the braided rugs and grandma quilts and country chintz upholstery everywhere! And not one piece of rustic and woodgrain furniture!! 🪵The walls are already woodgrain; how's about some diversity?! 🤪
ReplyDeleteI would keep the guitar toilet seat for a conversation piece...and so I can name-drop Dolly. 🤩
The one thing that leaves me confused is on that relaxing big porch. That large green drape is there for a reason, I s'pose, but what? Is there a public road out there and it's a privacy cloak? 🤷♀️
All in all, 👍😃
I think this was old school Dolly from the 70s.
DeleteI got the feeling that the lots are kind of small, and maybe the curtains keep the neighbor out of Dolly's bid-ness!
I love Dolly Parton so I want to say I like this, and the size and layout is great, but there is far too much wood panelling for me. I'd be sick of it in a week.
ReplyDeleteGet a can of paint and have at it!
DeleteWow! A place that's less than a million bucks is a nice change. It's cozy and comfortable. I'd want to make a couple of changes but the guitar toilet definitely stays.
ReplyDeleteLove,
Janie
That toilet lid is too much but it would have to stay.
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I agree with River about too much wood panelling but otherwise it's beautiful!
ReplyDeleteIt's that mountain home vibe, all wood everywhere!!
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