Charming Mountain Log Cabin - 7.5 Acres SLEEPS 10

Description from the owner

SMOKY MOUNTAIN MONTHLY, WEEKLY, WEEKEND GETAWAYS - Perfect for a romantic getaway or gathering of family and friends, Appalachian thru-hikers and cyclists who want to experience some of the area roads 'snake' curves and views

We APPRECIATE Our GUESTS! Receive a 5% DISCOUNT When You REBOOK!

EACH SEASON HAS ITS OWN UNIQUE CHARM & ACTIVITIES -- RESERVE YOUR DATES NOW!

This isn't just a place to stay -- WE HAVE CREATED A TOTAL EXPERIENCE TO HELP YOU UNWIND, RELAX & ENJOY THIS ENCHANTED RETREAT.

Welcome to this Smoky Mountain Authentic Log Cabin, approximately 4,000 feet elevation, near Hot Springs, North Carolina. Y...ou will be transported to a world of total rest and relaxation in this charming two-story, 1600 ft. log cabin. We have created 10 hiking trails with trail markers and a trail map, to enhance your enjoyment of the 7.5 acres.

NESTLED HIGH IN THE SMOKY MOUNTAINS, A TRULY SACRED SANCTUARY WHERE YOU CAN UNWIND & EXPERIENCE MOTHER NATURE NURTURING YOUR SOUL.

Whether you are seeking a peaceful retreat, a romantic getaway, or simply want to experience a natural wonder, you will find what you are looking for at this mountain log cabin property near the Appalachian Trail and Blue Ridge Parkway. Plenty of activities nearby, or spend time exploring and enjoying the 7.5 acres, three natural springs, fruit-bearing trees and bushes, wild turkey, and beautiful mountain scenery. Great hiking and Great Views!

COME EXPERIENCE FOR YOURSELF WHY SO MANY OF OUR GUESTS REFER TO THIS PLACE AS "A SLICE OF HEAVEN"

"THANK YOU!!!!!!!! We saw wild turkey, deer, chipmunks, red-tailed squirrels, fireflies, and tons of butterflies! We saw a phenomenal shooting star! Loved eating the apples and lots of blackberries. You have a wonderful slice of heaven here! We enjoyed every day. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home. It was perfect! Your home was comfy and welcoming. I love its charm."

"We enjoyed the cabin so much. We are celebrating our 5th anniversary and plan to make this a tradition. This cabin is so beautiful and comfortable it feels like home to us. The views are breathtaking and we didn’t want to leave."

"All of us had a very enjoyable vacation. You have a slice of heaven here. We will go back home with memories that will last a lifetime."

"We had a great time both trips. Thank you for sharing a little peace of heaven with us. We really enjoyed the house and the quiet. We definitely will be back for a longer stay :-)

" This has been a wonderful trip for our family. Than you for your delightful accommodations."

REMOTE, YET CONVENIENT TO LOCAL ATTRACTIONS AND ACTIVITIES. This beautiful 7.5 acres and authentic log cabin is remote enough to have no visible neighbors, yet convenient to area attractions and activities.

• Swimming, tubing, kayaking, white water rafting, fishing, biking, bird watching, scenic drives, waterfalls, hiking, panning for gemstones, golfing, horseback riding, autumn foliage, skiing, snowboarding, sledding.....

• Hike the Appalachian Trail, Blue Ridge Parkway, Pisgah National Forest and the Great Smoky Mountains

• Mountain trout fishing, horseback riding, small golf course, classic country stores and restaurant just minutes away

• Check out the hot mineral water hot tubs and spa services at the Hot Springs Resort (15 miles)

• Visit Asheville, FODOR'S 2011 Best Travel Destination (36 miles)

• Lake Junalaska (16 miles)

• Waynesville (20 miles) offers dining, shopping, golfing

• Cataloochee Ski Area in Maggie Valley (24 miles)

• Cherokee Indian Reservation (40 miles)

* Gem mining in the Gem Capital of the World - Franklin (57 miles)

• Explore Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, TN, the home of Dollywood Amusement and Water Park ( 60 miles)

• Navitat Zip Line Adventure - Recently named 'One of the 10 Great Ziplines Across the USA! '(54 miles)

Less than a one hour drive from the Asheville airport, this enchanted mountain property combines the magic of a remote nature getaway with the convenience of nearby local attractions and activities. Come stay with us and you will understand why we are one of the Smoky Mountains best kept secrets!

COMPLETELY TURNKEY

All you need to bring is your food. Tastefully furnished to make you feel at home. Sleeps 10 people - 1 bedroom downstairs, full bed; 1 bedroom upstairs, queen bed; bonus room upstairs with 1 futon; 2 futons in large living room; large bathroom downstairs with bath; charming upstairs bathroom with shower; full kitchen and nice dining area.

EACH SEASON HAS ITS OWN UNIQUE CHARM & ACTIVITIES -- RESERVE YOUR DATES NOW!

WEEKNIGHT SPECIAL:

BOOK 3 Weeknights, 50% DISCOUNT on the 4th Weeknight

ROMANTIC GETAWAY SPECIAL :

Come stay at the cabin for a weekend and let us pamper you and help set the mood. We will provide you with a bottle of wine, chocolates and custom-made natural bath salts with essential oils to help you relax and feel the romance.Read more

Additional Location Information

High up in the Smoky Mountains, 7.5 acres with 10 hiking trails with trail markers and a trail map. Remote enough to not see any neighbors, yet convenient to area activities and attractions.

Close to Hot Springs, Asheville, Waynesville.

Location Type Away from it all, Mountain

Rental fees

Additional notes from owner

Contact for rates for additional guests (more than 4)

We APPRECIATE Our GUESTS! Receive a 5% DISCOUNT When You REBOOK!

EACH SEASON HAS ITS OWN UNIQUE CHARM & ACTIVITIES -- RESERVE YOUR DATES NOW!

BOOK 3 Weeknights, 50% DISCOUNT on the 4th Weeknight

ROMANCE SPECIAL: bottle of wine, chocolates and custom-made bath salts

What Past Guests Are Saying

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• Jonathan G.
  Greenville, S.C.

  Writer's Getaway

  Left on 03/03/2013 for a stay in January 2013
  
  

  I was looking for a place to escape. I needed a mountain home with a wood burning fireplace that would encourage a rugged and simple way of living. This retreat provided exactly what I was looking for. The drive to this location is magical in itself--a kind of transitional portal from bustling city life to a unique quiet countryside. Just around every tight turn along Hwy 209 is another picturesque countryscape, where handcrafted homes billow smoke from NC hardwoods that creep between mountainous valleys. The "butt-and-pass" construction style of the cabin is quite charming. Plenty of exposed wood to bring out that raw untamed feeling of being one with nature. The cabin sits at the bottom of a steep mountain grade which provides for a challenging hike to the top! However, if you want a terrific panorama view of Betsy's Gap then take a hike through the cow pasture just adjacent to the property. Great climbing trees! The cabin is equipped with fine amenities and excellent piping hot showers. Downtown Hot Springs is only 15 miles away and has pretty good dining options, some well equipped hiking surplus stores, and immediate access to the appalachian Trial. If you do decide to dine in Hot Springs, I recommend the Iron Horse Station--good food, great beer! This cabin would be the perfect retreat for a small family, romantic getaway, or best friend reunion. It's a great place to slow down and reflect. Bring a project, bring a good book, write a book, write a screenplay! This is definitely not the ideal place for playing video games or chatting it up on your cell phone. In fact, I had no cell service up here; there is a land line phone available to use. There is WiFi in the cabin if you must connect to the Internet, which I found myself doing everyday.

  

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  Recommended for: Romantic, Families

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• Jani ( Corolla) Taljaard
  Pretoria South Africa

  Paradise ?

  Left on 11/18/2012 for a stay in October 2012
  
  

  Thank you so much for allowing us to stay here while we wait out the snow created by Hurricane Sandy. This cabin is truly a 'thru-hikers' dream... We are heading back to the trail today warm, dry, showered and refreshed. Our stay was amazing!
  
  ? the appalachian trail crew - Southbound 2012-
  
  Jani - " Corolla"
  
  James - "Smokey"
  
  Christain - "Jetboil"
  
  John -"Choo Choo"
  
  Casey - "Gandalf"

  

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  Recommended for: Rugged

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• YFulford
  Nashville

  Winter in Hot Springs

  Left on 07/19/2012 for a stay in November 2011
  
  

  My husband and I were in between locations about to get married and wanted to spend some time in the mountains during the winter. We luckily found Chloe's lovely cabin and spent 6 months there from November through May. It was such a special experience and absolutely beautiful throughout the winter and spring. We even think one day we would like to live in the area permanently. The cabin is clean, comfortable and has plenty of space and having 7 acres to explore was wonderful. We went on a little hike every day. You could always hear the stream trickling and the birds calling. And even sometimes you would see turkey and deer. If you wanted to get away from the isolation of the mountains, Waynesville was 20 minutes away and asheville 45 minutes. We highly recommend this charming place to anybody and hope to get back ourselves.

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  Recommended for: Travelers, Romantic, Families, Rugged

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• Peace , Love, & Happiness
  Johnson City TN

  Peace and balance

  Left on 06/22/2011 for a stay in June 2011
  
  

  Dear Ms. Kemp:
  
  We enjoyed our time here at your cabin. We will be back, first chance we get. Thank you opening your home to us. The kids really liked the toys and games you had for them. I enjoyed reading the books you had here. All of us had a very enjoyable vacation.
  
  You have a slice of heaven here. We will go back home (J.C. Tn) with memorie that will last a lifetime. Thanks again!
  
  Amy, Terry (Nana), Logan, Pia
  
  

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  Response from S. Kemp - 06/23/2011

  

  S. Kemp

  Owner

  Dear Terry, Amy, Logan & Pia:
  
  I am delighted that you all enjoyed your time at the cabin. How wonderful that you felt the 'slice of heaven' that is present here, and that you left with such great memories.
  
  I look forward to your next visit.
  
  Pia and Logan - thank you so much for the sweet drawings.