Location: Cherokee, Smoky Mountains, North Carolina, USA (Western North Carolina, USA - Asheville 1 hour)
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + Sunroom, 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-8)
Twin Creek Retreat is a brand new (available June 2003), cottage-style home perched high in the Plott Balsam Range of the Great Smoky Mountains. This is not an everyday rental, but it is a unique retreat, a sanctuary from the hustle and bustle of every day life. There are few places like this that you don't have to hike into and camp to enjoy. Instead of walking, drive up the mountain (most two wheel drive is sufficiant front wheel or four wheel drive is recomended) and you will be amazed when you arrive at this hidden oasis a mile high in the wilderness.
Nestled among the rhododendrons, you'll enter upon the spacious deck, being drawn into the great room with kitchen, dining, and living area. The natural pine paneling gives a cozy warm feeling to accompany the convenient gas log woodstove in the living area. However, you will be immediately attracted to the large sunroom and amazed at the commanding views into the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, clear to Mount Leconte in Tennessee.
The House features a fully furnished modern kitchen with dishwasher and microwave oven. The front bedroom offers the view with a queen-size bed; the back bedroom has two twin-size beds. Day beds in the sunroom offer additional sleeping and are a favorite choice for kids and guests. Outside, there are over 650 square feet of decks; front, back, and below to enjoy as well as the yard, gardens and fire pit. Also available on the grounds is the wonderful Eco Hut, a simple bedroom (queen) and covered deck hidden in the rhododendron. NO power, lamplight, a short 50' walk to the house and facilities.
We request no smoking indoors.
A half mile trail directly out the back door will take you to the high ridge trail where you can choose to go on another half mile east to Black Rock, at 5800 feet, an unbelievable rock outcropping with phenomenal 360 degree views. To the west, the trail goes a mile and a half to the Blue Ridge Parkway at Waterrock Knob. Our neighbor along this ridge is a 1200 acre Nature Conservancy tract. Another half mile walk from the house takes you to sunset point, a special place to enjoy any time of day, an unforgettable spot to end it. There are many other great places to discover and hundreds of acres to explore and enjoy. Wildflowers, wildlife, waterfalls, and pristine nature are in abundance here.
While you will find it hard to leave, there are a variety of activities in the area. Catch dinner in a local stream, rafting on the Nantahala, or exploring the exciting city of Asheville, all within an easy drive are just a few choices. The Blue Ridge Parkway, Cherokee, Sylva, and Maggie Valley are all close by.
If solitude, peace and tranquillity are what you are seeking, come vacation in style at Twin Creek Retreat!
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Vacation Rental Features
- Activities
- Hiking, waterfalls, sunset point,Great Smoky Mtn. National Park, Biking, Amusement Parks, Fishing, Wildlife Viewing,Rock Climbing, Horseback Riding, Shopping, Restaurants, Museums, Sightseeing, Swimming, Boating,Whitewater Rafting, casino, Biltmore house, Blue Ridge Parkway,
- Amenities
- gas woodstove, Phone, TV, VCR, Stereo, CD Player, Full Kitchen, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator with Ice Maker, Cooking Utensils provided, Linens provided, Washer & Dryer, Grill (BBQ). No Smoking indoors. Small pets allowed with approval and deposit.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Nightly Rate .. $140-$160/night.
Eco-Hut additional .. $20/night.
Weekly Rate ... $840-$1000/week.
3 night minimum. 7th night FREE!
10% State & Local Tax. $75 Cleaning Fee.
Available April through December (Weather Permitting).
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Property Photos
- Front of the House - Cherokee, NC - North Carolina Vacation Rental - Secluded Smoky Mountain Paradise
- Fantastic Views from House - Cherokee, NC - North Carolina Vacation Rental - Secluded Smoky Mountain Paradise
- Living Room and Kitchen - Cherokee, NC - North Carolina Vacation Rental - Secluded Smoky Mountain Paradise
- Sun Room
- Awesome Views
- The Eco Hut... Additional Sleeping with Deck 50' Behind Main House
Vacation Rentals by Owner Listing #20224
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