Authentic Log Cabin 1/2 mi to Appalachian Trail/on Paint Creek/Fire pit/Fishing

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Upstairs bedroom 1: one queen bed with beautiful Aspen log funiture

Living room with gas fireplace, wood stove, 50" HDTV, and 7.1 surround sound

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 152200 sq ft

Check out the area

Greeneville, TN

Paint Creek Recreation Area21 min drive
Hot Springs Resort And Spa25 min drive
Max Patch66 min drive
Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)114 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 15)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Twin Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Queen Beds

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Futon and 2 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Viking Mountain Lodge is an old, 2200 square foot log cabin located inside the Cherokee National Forest near the Appalachian Trail. The cabin sits high up in the Smoky Mountains about halfway between the quaint mountain town of Hot Springs, North Carolina and the historic town of Greeneville, Tennessee. The two story structure is made of rough cut hemlock logs that are hand hewn on the exterior side. With four bedrooms and two full bathrooms, VML has the ability to sleep 15 guests making it well suited for large groups or family reunions.

VML overlooks Paint Creek which runs the width of the four acre property. Whether you’re sitting on the front porch in the handmade cypress furniture, on the deck in the rocking/adirondack chairs, or inside with the windows open, you can listen to the peaceful melody from the rushing waters of Paint Creek. Our guests frequently comment that this alone is worth trip to Viking Mountain Lodge. There is a fire pit in the front yard down by the water’s edge for roasting marshmallows or keeping warm on a cool evening. You can trout fish in the creek or catch bream in the larger of the two ponds on the property.

Go for a day hike on the AT. Have a picnic on top of Camp Creek Bald. Go whitewater rafting on the French Broad River. Fly fish Big Laurel Creek. Head to historic Greeneville Tennessee and visit one of the many museums. Most of all, RELAX!

Although the cabin is rustic, it has all of the amenities of home; a large, fully stocked kitchen, washer and dryer, linens, towels, wood stove, gas fireplace, 6 Hunter ceiling fans, gas/charcoal/smoker combination grill, and even a 50” HDTV with Bose sound bar for those cold or rainy days. All of this in a spacious, clean cabin decorated with numerous Bev Doolittle prints and many pieces of antique furniture. PLEASE NOTE: The cabin does not have air conditioning. Like most homes in the area, it’s typically not needed. Also, there is no internet or cell service at the cabin. Most people find it very refreshing to unplug and spend some undistracted time with each other and with nature. Please keep these things in mind when booking.

Keywords: Cabin, Appalachian Trail, Kayaking, Fishing, Hiking, Backpacking, Canoeing,
Creekside, Historic, Mountains, Mountain Biking, Camping, Hunting, Cherokee, Rock Climbing, Rafting, Antiquing, Museums, Viking Mountain, Lodge

Property manager

Alan

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet friendly

Outdoor Space

Mountain view

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Of course they are!

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Let's discuss prior to booking

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)

See the pet addendum in the rental agreement

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking outside the cabin ONLY!

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 30

Note from host: Let's discuss prior to booking

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Greeneville

Located in Greeneville, this cabin is on the waterfront. Andrew Johnson National Historic Site and Dickson-Williams Mansion are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Hot Springs Resort And Spa and Margarette Falls Trailhead. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Greeneville, TN

What's nearby

Paint Creek Recreation Area - 21 min drive
Hot Springs Resort And Spa - 25 min drive
Sams Gap - 51 min drive
Wolf Ridge Ski Resort - 60 min drive
Max Patch - 66 min drive

Getting around

Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

Laurel River Store - 16 min drive
Ma & Pa's Restaurant - 12 min drive
Hemlock Hollow Inn - 12 min walk
Hemlock Hollow Inn & Paint Creek Cafe - 12 min walk
Someplace Else Diner - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Authentic Log Cabin 1/2 mi to Appalachian Trail/on Paint Creek/Fire pit/Fishing pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Authentic Log Cabin 1/2 mi to Appalachian Trail/on Paint Creek/Fire pit/Fishing?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Authentic Log Cabin 1/2 mi to Appalachian Trail/on Paint Creek/Fire pit/Fishing?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Authentic Log Cabin 1/2 mi to Appalachian Trail/on Paint Creek/Fire pit/Fishing located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Pisgah National Forest and within 12 mi (20 km) of Margarette Falls Trailhead and Paint Creek Recreation Area. Nolichucky River is 11.1 mi (17.9 km) away.

9.6

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Elliott S.

Feb 7, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good Ole Boys

We were born and raised in Greeneville, and have always gone back to meet up and camp at Paint Creek. Now we are older and Paint Creek has been closing in the winter, so we decided we'd rent the lodge. It was absolutely perfect. Old, rustic, in the mountains, by the creek, and a fire pit with wood on-site. This place is awesome. We will definitely be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

Jan 15, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

BEAUTIFUL STAY

This is our fourth year, staying here with a family of 10 sometimes 12 and a small dog. We absolutely love it here. The house is very clean. Plenty of games for the kids to do Etc. Has everything that you need for a weeklong stay. Our forever family vacation spot! See you again next year!

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allyssa V.

Jan 6, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it!

This property was very quiet and peaceful. Our family of 10 that stayed here loved it the kids played on the hills and by the creek from sun up to sun down. House stayed warm without using the wood burning stove. And there was plenty of space.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Emily D.

Jan 4, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Cabin

Beautiful property, loved the stay felt like home.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom F., Yalaha, Florida

Nov 7, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay in a beautiful place.

Our whole family stayed together as we came to Greeneville for my son's wedding. This cabin was perfect for us since it kept our family together in one place. However, it was further perfect for us, because it was in good proximity to the town, and was a beautiful location for us to have some great family time. The cabin is very comfortable and had all we needed. We greatly enjoyed our stay, and love this property! Thank you very much!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Alan

Although I’ve lived all over the southeast, I’ve spent the last 25 years living in and around the Orlando area. When I was a kid, my grandparents had a summer home in Lake Toxaway, NC that we used to visit every year. That is where I fell in love with the mountains. I’ve always been the outdoor adventure type and that, coupled with my experiences as a youngster, has made owning a cabin in the mountains a lifelong dream. Though I’ve never actually lived there, when I drive up to the Smokys, it feels like I'm coming home.

Why they chose this property

One of the driving forces behind my purchase of this cabin is its close proximity to the Appalachian Trail. I’ve hiked numerous sections of the AT, and this area is one of my favorites. It is the perfect jumping off point for all kinds of outdoor activities. Whether it’s fly fishing Little Laurel Creek (2 miles), kayaking the Nolichucky (9 miles), hiking the AT (1 mile), bouldering at Blackstack Cliffs (8 miles), biking the Paint Creek Trails (7 miles), or having a picnic at 4400’ in Jones Meadow (7 miles), adventure is just out the back door.

What makes this property unique

The cabin is situated nearly halfway between the quaint mountain town of Hot Springs, NC (15 miles) and the historic town of Greeneville, TN (18 miles). Although both offer adventure, relaxation, history, and culture, the best thing about Viking Mountain Lodge is the fact that you don’t even have to get in your car to find something to do. Fish for trout in the creek that runs through the front yard, go for a day hike on the AT, bike along Paint Creek up Viking Mountain Road, or grill out on the deck and enjoy the cool, clean mountain air. On a clear night, walk out the garage and look at the sky, it’s spectacular.