Vacation Rentals by Owner

Blue Riverfront Log Cabin

Guest: Glenn (Mount Rainier, MD )
Date of Stay: 04/25/12 Review Submitted: 05/07/12

My wife, friends and I had another wonderful stay at the cabin--our second. We particularly enjoyed the river view, the well appointed kitchen, bedroooms and baths. and the log cabin feel with its large porch overlooking the river. Very pleasant and relaxing ambience, and relations with owner and staff were equally pleasant.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway.

Better than we expected! Wow!

Guest: Ellen and Danny (Charlotte, NC)
Date of Stay: 11/10/11 Review Submitted: 01/06/12

Wow, better than we expected! So relaxing and peaceful. Danny caught a nice Rainbow trout! Can’t wait to come back. Thanks so much for sharing your cabin :)

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We rent a cabin every year and by far this is amazing!

Guest: Scott + Kathy (Windsong Farm - Beaufort, NC)
Date of Stay: 10/30/11 Review Submitted: 01/06/12

Yen + Family We rent a cabin every year and by far this is amazing! Love Love Love it! Hope to come back in 2012. Weather + leaves were perfect for later October. Our dogs loved it – swam with my husband :)! We thank you for sharing your home with us. What great people you must be!

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Another Great Week!!

Guest: Bill & Kelly (Edenton, NC)
Date of Stay: 10/15/11 Review Submitted: 01/06/12

The leaves were changing at their peak and were beautiful. We went to Sparta, NC “Triple E Riding Stables” to go Horseback Riding and we had so much fun. Hiked to the Gate and Back as our morning exercise. Went to Boone which was nice and the drive was so spectacular! Our Jack Russells loved playing by the water and chasing the squirrels. Thank you so much for opening your house to us. This is our 2nd year and we will be back!!

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Perfect Paradise

Guest: Ken, Gail, Lance, Amy, and Amelia (Jacksonville, Fl)
Date of Stay: 10/02/11 Review Submitted: 01/06/12

Thank you for a wonderful long weekend in your mountain paradise! We enjoyed your charming cabin and the serenity that surrounds it! The temperature started in the 60s and has now entered the 40s. What a great way to experience Fall being from Florida and South Carolina. We hope to return one day!

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Great break

Guest: The Lilly’s & Shumares' (McLeansville, NC)
Date of Stay: 09/11/11 Review Submitted: 01/06/12

We spent a wonderful week here in the cabin. Arrived on a Sunday night & rain set in on Monday morning & continued on and off until Wednesday afternoon – Allowed us to relax. We did get some fishing in between showers with some luck. Caught several nice trout in the pool below the falls and stream. We made a trip to Glendale Springs, NC on Thrusday to walk thru the shops & stretch our legs – stopped by trading post on the parkway on the way back for some goodies. We ate good all week & watch several movies – cool nights & morning were a welcomed break to the hot days of summer. Thanks for allowing us to rent the cabin.

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Great Memories

Guest: The Benores (Rockwood, MI)
Date of Stay: 08/30/11 Review Submitted: 01/06/12

Yen & Thi Thank you for sharing your property with us. Our family made so many memories this week Hiking & exploring the river was great fun. We decided nature can be quite exhausting when you’re having fun. The kids use the waterfalls as natural waterslides. We caught crawfish and cooked ‘em up for a snack! Went fishing w/ the corn and were feeding the fish more than catchin them. Last night we had a boat building contest and winners boat had to make it down the waterfall w/ “marshmallow man” alive. 3 of the 6 boats made it! We also explored Cascade Falls, 3 Upper Creek Falls. Upper Creek Falls is a Must for the adventurous type! Back to reality in the morning. :'(

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Most relaxing vacation ever

Guest: Rob & Debbie (Lewisville, NC)
Date of Stay: 08/25/11 Review Submitted: 01/06/12

We really enjoyed staying here. The weather was wonderful. Very peaceful and quiet. We walked in the creek and the water was so cool. Spent most of our time outside. This was one of the most relaxing vacations we have ever had!

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Very remote

Guest: DrWatson (Raleigh)
Date of Stay: 08/13/11 Review Submitted: 08/31/11

The cabin was clean and well appointed. The stream is very close, easily accessible from the cabin, and calm enough for children to play. Before selecting this property, here are some things you should know. The driveway to the cabin is at least a mile long, steep with rutted gravel, some brush will touch your car, and has two locked gates you will need to get out of your car to open and close. If you drive a nice car or one that is low to the ground this is not your cabin. After the mile gravel drive, the cabin is less than 100 yards and visible from old Hwy 16. Stop at the grocery store on your way in. Closest is FoodLion in Millers Creek, 25 min travel time. If you plan to go to Boone (or anywhere else) it is at least a 40 min drive. If you plan on doing anything away from the cabin this is probably not your place. The cabin is very small and noisy. We managed to squeeze in our children, but don't expect privacy, and there is no insulation or sound barrier between the floors. There is a sewer/septic pump you will need to turn on. It does not have sufficient capacity to support showers for 6-8 people and although a washer and dryer are listed as amenities the owner request that you not use it for your own laundry.. due to the possibiliy of sewage overflowing. There is only one small shower. Unless you are a yoga master do not plan on shaving your legs. We encountered an insect problem. We put bananas on the counter and hundreds of ants came from everywhere within an hour. Everything should be sealed in ziplock bags or put in the fridge. When we arrived there was trash in the firepit, but the cabin was otherwise in good order. There are only a few towels and the sheets do not fit all the beds but there were enough flat sheets to make do. We had to leave early in the morning on our last day and did not wash the linen. We did complete an exhaustive check-out list, vacumed, cleaned the cabin, and even the firepit leaving the property ready for the next guest. The owner does offer cleaning at a reasonable rate, and I expected to have a reduction in the deposit for cleaning linen bundled by the washer, but we were deducted was 8 times what the reasonable amount. I requested an explanation from the owner 10 days ago and have not received a response. The other items I can forgive, but not shorting the deposit with no explanation.

Owner response:Hello Sam, We hope you received our immediate response (5 days after your departure) by email. We apologize that your experience at our cabin was not satisfactory in your terms. We have made adjustments and improvements based on your suggestions hoping it will help future guests enjoy their stay. Additional towels and sheets have been placed for guests and we have also installed a new pumping system. Our house manager, unfortunately, did find the cabin after your departure quite a mess and definitely not ready for the next immediate guest despite your review. It becomes very difficult for us to prepare the necessary cleaning of the cabin in time before the next guest arrives when it has been left undone and cleaning service has not been elected. $120 (our usual cleaning service fee) was reasonably deducted from your deposit. Cleaning service allows guests to have the option of relaxing the day of their departure, and allows us to notify our housekeepers that cleaning will be needed (so that the appropriate amount of supplies and personnel are ready after you depart). We highly recommend electing cleaning service for those who would like this option. Our cabin is small and cozy, and great for those looking to get away to spend time with their loved ones. Six persons is the maximum comfortable amount to have, and we do not recommend having parties greater than that amount. We do allow guests to use the washer/dryer under reasonable/logical conditions, but hope we can keep the cabin cost-effective/enjoyable for others as well. The cabin is definitely rural, but not far from nearby attractions at all. Our family travels to Boone every visit (35 mins away), and have been to the Blue Ridge Parkway (15 mins), Grand Father Mountain (1.5 hr), Scott Kerr Lake (30 mins), Blowing Rock (1 hr), and Appalachian Ski Resort (40 mins away). Wilkesboro is the place to grab groceries and all necessities (25 min away). We continue looking forward to improving our little riverfront cabin, and do appreciate your review.

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We will miss this place

Guest: The Knickerbockers (Winston-Salem, NC + London, UK)
Date of Stay: 07/26/11 Review Submitted: 01/06/12

Dear Yen & Thi, Thanks again for a GREAT!! Get away.. We really enjoyed ourselves (not to no surprise) We are already planning on staying here in the fall, We will miss this place :)

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Amazing relaxation just sitting by the river

Guest: The Dibbles (Orlando, Florida)
Date of Stay: 06/08/11 Review Submitted: 01/06/12

Thanks for allowing us to share your quaint cabin in this beautiful setting. I’m always amazed at the relaxing effect of sitting by the river for hours on end. We had a visit from an otter and a pinch from a crawfish :) It was a much needed renewal.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Fireflies and Fish were fun

Guest: The Lantecre’s (Lexington, VA)
Date of Stay: 06/01/11 Review Submitted: 01/05/12

We really enjoyed the Place! The cabin was just lovely and the creek was amazing! Also the dogs enjoyed the place and their favorite was the creek. It was peaceful and the fun part was to catch the fireflies and the fish. Thank you so much! The Lantecre’s 6/1/11 – 6/7/11

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Refreshing

Guest: Glenn, Robin, and friends (Durham, NC)
Date of Stay: 05/02/11 Review Submitted: 01/05/12

My wife Robin and I and our families/friends had a wonderful stay in your cabin and the refreshing stream. Thank you so much for sharing it, and I hope to return next year – approximately the same time. Kindest regards.

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Thanks so much.

Guest: Linda + Kevin (Murrells, SC)
Date of Stay: 04/27/11 Review Submitted: 01/05/12

My husband brought me here for my 60th birthday. Absolutely beautiful. Had great weather. Our dog enjoyed the water. Thank you again. Linda + Kevin Roberts Murrells, SC 4/27/11

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We enjoyed our time here

Guest: Amy, Alex, John, and Patrick Porter (+Zorro) (Saxapahaw, NC)
Date of Stay: 03/30/11 Review Submitted: 01/05/12

Ahh.. What a wonderful 3 days here in this peaceful cabin! Despite the rainy weather, we very much enjoyed our time here and appreciate how well-stocked the cabin is. My son tried fly fishing each day, but alas no luck. The fish must be waiting for the sun to shine! Anyway, lots of rounds of cards, reading, and just chillin’ made for the perfect vacation. Thanks for sharing your lovely home with us!

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Exactly what we wanted!

Guest: The Girls! (Chapel Hill, NC)
Date of Stay: 01/15/11 Review Submitted: 01/05/12

In almost 2 months our good friend Caroline is getting married (woah!!) and we – her bridesmaids & other close friends – came up to celebrate her and her fiancé. This was exactly the weekend she wanted! We love this quaint cabin with its awesome spiral staircase! It had snowed a little a few days before so the drive up here was a little hairy! One of our friends couldn’t get out the 2nd morning, but it added to the fun and excitement! We had a blast exploring the creek and the bride-to-be’s sister even washed her hair in it! All in all we had a fantastic girls weekend! Thanks so much for letting us stay! -Kelsey, Jasmine, Hannah, Allison, Samantha, Kristen, Cecilia, Carolina (the Bride!!!) <3 (Chapel Hill, NC; Mooresville, NC; Raleigh, NC; Laurens, SC)

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, sightseeing.

Amy

Guest: Amy (Winston-Salem N.C)
Date of Stay: 10/15/10 Review Submitted: 11/07/10

We had a wonderful time. The cabin is charming. We loved the waterfall and easy acess to the water.The sound of the waterfall is so peaceful. It is a great place to slow down and let your soul renew itself. We were so glad to find a nice place that is pet friendly. Our dog loved it.We also enjoyed the fire pit and the nice outside table next to it. It is very nice that you have firewood for everyone. Most folks aren't able to transport wood and it was great to be able to build a fire at night.We will be back. Thanks so much for sharing your home.

Owner response:Thank you Amy for your kind remarks. We are glad that you were able to re-vitalize and re-energize yourself during your stay. We like to make our cabin warm, open, and comfortable to our guests and we appreciate your feedback. We definitely enjoy the outdoor firepit when it is safe to operate and someone carefully maintains it. We hope to see you again shortly, and perhaps in a different season when you can have an entirely different adventure! Save us in your books when you want to return to another peaceful getaway. Thank you again and Best wishes!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Enjoyable Warmth

Guest: The Gretlers (Oak Island, NC)
Date of Stay: 09/24/10 Review Submitted: 01/05/12

Spent the day walking the stream, napping & absolutely relaxing. I very much enjoyed the warmth of the sun, the great comfort of your home, both the loft and porch. I will be telling all my friends & hope to come back again. Sorry, I haven’t met the ‘gate keepers’ Thank you again for allowing us to share your home & beautiful surroundings.

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Thank you again!

Guest: Mark & Barbara (The beautiful coast of Oak Island, NC)
Date of Stay: 09/22/10 Review Submitted: 01/04/12

Dear Yen and Thi, This is our second year at the cabin. Same as last year, this is just what we needed!! This is a great place to meditate and to be in touch with God! The peace and serenity of this place is just awesome! Indescribable! One would have to experience it for themselves to appreciate the beauty of nature and the magnitude of God’s creation! Its such a nice change from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.. just hanging out by the waterfall, playing in the creek, and the wonderful opportunity of not having to follow a “routine”! The weather has been great! Our dogs love it as much as we do, too. Thank you for sharing your ‘paradise’ with all who are blessed to dwell here. The ‘gate greeters’ (Mutt & Jeff) are friendly goofs, however they will jump up on your vehicle if there are dogs aboard that ‘yup’ @ them. They’re easily ‘shooed’ away. Thanks again!! For a wonderful stay!!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Wonderful Vacation Spot with everything you need provided!!

Guest: Judy (Lexington, NC)
Date of Stay: 09/10/10 Review Submitted: 09/15/10

We had a great time at this beautiful property. Everything you need is provided, just bring cloths and food, and maybe some fishing tackle. I loved being able to use my laptop at the river while watching the grandkids play in the water. I got some really great shots with the webcam. Got to love free wifi. We were ready for sleep in the comfy cabin after spending the day exploring the river and surrounding property. The grandkids loved the Direct TV and DVD player when we came in at night. A large gas grill is provided on the hugh deck. We enjoyed some great steaks on the back deck where a large table and chairs is provided. Loved sitting in the rocking chairs and watching the river. The waterfall is beautiful and quite loud. If you are into cooking a very well equiped kitchen will have everything you need and then some. You can believe everything in the listing for this property. It was clean and everything you need is there. The owner is very helpful and answered emails promptly. We just had a wonderful time and plan on going back next year.

Owner response:Thank you for your wonderful comments, Judy! We will definitely look forward to having you visit our wonderful home again next time. We want to make sure our guests are well equipped with everything they need to have an enjoyable experience and time at what we think is one of the best places to stay in North Carolina - a real wood log cabin right next to a running river. We are definitely going to consider a lot of your comments the next time we are able to stay at the cabin - High-speed Wireless Internet right next to the river sounds amazing! Thank you again and Warmest wishes to you and your family.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Wonderful!! 9/3/10

Guest: Raleigh couple (Raleigh)
Date of Stay: 09/03/10 Review Submitted: 09/07/10

Thank you to Yen and family for allowing us to share your beautiful cabin. It is so peaceful and tranquil there. It was all we imagined and MORE! Our little dog really enjoyed herself too! Such a wonderful get-away to relax and enjoy nature - the surroundings are just beautiful. We are already looking forward to staying there again. Thanks so much!

Owner response:Thank You

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with young children, pet owners, romantic getaway.

Loved the Waterfall

Guest: Marjorie and Sherri (Statesville, NC)
Date of Stay: 08/28/10 Review Submitted: 01/04/12

We wish we could take your wonderful waterfall home with us! Last year we went to a cabin and it rained the entire time so the nice weather was nice to get. Very quiet and peaceful for relaxation. After our car problem on the mountain road. We need some calmness! The two ‘gate keepers’ wanted to crawl into the car with us! I have done some painting, as you can see and photography. We are sorry, but we don’t like the couch! Can’t get it to go up straight and not enough room to let it out as a bed. Still an enjoyable trip and thanks for keeping rates affordable. Aug 26, 2010

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Thank You!

Guest: Julia, Jane, Amanda, Paul (Charolette, NC)
Date of Stay: 08/18/10 Review Submitted: 01/04/12

Thank you for letting us stay in your cabin. Kids enjoyed playing outside and our dogs had fun running around in the woods. Waterfall is beautiful and fishing was fun. We had quite a rainy week, but Friday was sunny and we went to Banner Elle try some horseback riding – what a day! So beautiful up there :)

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We had fun

Guest: Tieu-y (Irvine, CA)
Date of Stay: 08/05/10 Review Submitted: 01/04/12

Chao Co Yen and Chu Thi, Cam on co & chu da cho con toi day choi. We had a lot of fun playing in the river and exploring the wilderness. This is definitely a big change from CA and very relaxing. It reminded me of my childhood in VN playing in the river behind my grandmother’s house. :)

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Nice to get into the water

Guest: Helen, Olivia, and Max (Cincinnati, OH)
Date of Stay: 07/30/10 Review Submitted: 01/04/12

Thank you so much for allowing us the opportunity to stay in your lovely oasis. Waterfalls, butterflies, beautiful rocks, jumping in the cool water… so many memories we will cherish. We hope to return again.

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Nice Relaxing Get-Away...

Guest: Joe & Family (Triad, NC)
Date of Stay: 07/11/10 Review Submitted: 07/18/10

I would recommend this cabin to anyone wanting to get-away from the hustle and bustle. The property surrounding the cabin is spectacular and the rental rates are very affordable considering all of the amenities offered. Upon our arrival a small deer ran in front of our car and led us up to the cabin. The two little "watch dogs" at the gate were a big hit with our son. The brown one insisted on leading us half-way up the mountain each day. btw...the road up to the cabin is a little tricky to maneuver during a heavy rain. The river must be full of fish because I caught a small trout without even trying. The cabin had everything we needed for our mini-vacation. Our stay would have been perfect if...my husband hadn't broken his arm the day before our vacation started. He spent most of his time on the porch enjoying the gorgeous views. We'd love to stay again! Thank you Yen for sharing your place.

Owner response:We appreciate your warm comments! We definitely smiled when you mentioned the deer and dogs insisting to lead guests to the cabin. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you return sometime in the near future!

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Time with my dad

Guest: The Oligee Family (Chicago, IL)
Date of Stay: 07/04/10 Review Submitted: 01/04/12

Me and my family had our sandals and watershoes and walked through and around the river. My brother, my dad, and I skipped rocks for a while. I learned how its all about the flick of the wrist and spinning the rock. You can see so many stars at night. Loved it!

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GOD's country

Guest: explorers (fletcher, oh/ eastern)
Date of Stay: 06/19/10 Review Submitted: 07/13/10

This cabin is one of the most peaceful and serene places that we have experienced. the sound of the river flowing at night puts a weary soul to rest. You can feel like a new person when you leave here. You will know what it is like to be close to God.Quietness and serenity are the 2 top words that come to mind when talking about this cabin. Thank you SOOOO much for allowing us to experience that. The cabin was as described, and the pictures really do not do it justice. Thank you once again, we would definitely recommend it to anyone. We hope to be able to spend another week there in the near future.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Many memories, laughs, and hugs. Butterflies Everywhere!

Guest: Susan and Freddie (Raleigh, NC)
Date of Stay: 06/02/10 Review Submitted: 01/04/12

We have had a great week here at your beautiful cabin. The butterflies are beautiful. We took many pictures of this area. We have enjoyed the trails, and driveway, the guys even went swimming in the deep areas of the creek. The sunlight in the forest area is unbelievable. Sitting on the porch with sisters and nephews, has been something we all needed. We’ve made many memories, enjoyed many laughs, and hugs. The guys caught a ‘large’ snapping turtle on a small hook, it was much harder to set free than it was to catch it! Peace and quiet! We all needed. Many thanks, and God Bless always.

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Butterfly Cabin

Guest: Bill & Kelly (Edenton, NC )
Date of Stay: 05/15/10 Review Submitted: 12/30/11

Thanks for opening your home to us. When we arrived we were greeted by ‘Mutt & Jeff’ Who lead us to the cabin. Thanks for making this a pet-friendly cabin as our kids (Jack Russell Terriers) need a vacation too! The weather was rainy & overcast. However that did not put a damper on our stay. The walks were great and sitting on the porch or by the creek was relaxing. We saw a wild turkey, chicks and lots of butterflies!! :) We did the wine tour and sampled many good North Carolina wines. We love it here so much we went to look for property – who knows.. we will tell our friends about this special place and we will be back.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

AWESOME!!! :)

Guest: Kelly & Bill (Edenton, NC)
Date of Stay: 05/15/10 Review Submitted: 05/22/10

If you want to get away from stress, traffic & people this is the place for you. Cabin is set up on a mountain by a fresh water creek with several little waterfalls! Cabin was very clean and provided the environment to hike, fish or relax. Our Jack Russells even loved relaxing on the porch believe it or not. We also did the Vineyards of Swan Creek Wine Trail and that was great! North Carolina has some good wines. Enjoyed the cabin so much we didn't get to visit other areas but will next time. We will be back again for sure! We now want to look for property up there too! Thanks for opening your home to us and dealing with all our questions prior to our vacation! Great place we will recommend it to our friends & family. Once they see the pictures, they will want to come.

Owner response:Thank you for your kind words, we hope to see you again soon! We will also look forward to any friends/guests you bring over. Thank you again.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway.

Lovely Mountain Cabin

Guest: Michael, Brian, and Lella (Chapel Hill, NC & Peace Dale, RI)
Date of Stay: 05/08/10 Review Submitted: 12/30/11

Were blessed with fantatic weather. We enjoyed our stay very much. Even got used to the challenging road up the mountain. Loved the serenity and peace of the rushing waters. ‘The woods are lovely, dark and deep, but I have promises to keep and miles to go before I sleep’ –Robert Frost

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Merlfest and Cabin were great

Guest: The Wurtrels (Avondale Estates, Ga)
Date of Stay: 04/26/10 Review Submitted: 12/30/11

We had a great time here at the cabin & at Merlfest. Great weather relaxation etc Heather had a wonderful birthday week full of old friends, the outdoors, great music and family, all her favorite things. Thanks again!

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Sooo serene & peaceful

Guest: Jan & Mike (Deltona, FL (between Orlando and Daytona))
Date of Stay: 04/22/10 Review Submitted: 12/29/11

Thanks so much!! Enjoyed ourselves very much. Sooo serene & peaceful. We caught quite a few trout fish (21 Brook & Brown Trout + 15” Brook). We always release them. (Allow lots of time for towels to dry). Ate at Fire Mountain in Wilkesboro. The food was good + inexpensive. (Lunch M-F $5.29, Lunch Sat-Sun $7.29, Dinner Su-Sa $9.99, Drinks $1.99 & Breakfast Buffet Sat/Sun $4.99) It is like Golden Corral, Ryans, etc. Dogs at 1st gate are friendly. Very pleased w/ our trip and put a link to the website on our facebook page.

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Great Place - Loved It!

Guest: Sandy and family (Tampa, FL)
Date of Stay: 04/11/10 Review Submitted: 04/20/10

Thank you so much, Yen and family, for sharing this awesome place with us. The cabin was comfortable and very well-equipped . . . from the kitchen right down to cane poles for catching trout in the creek (though we brought our own poles). Our favorite part however, was the setting. We absolutely loved spending hours and hours by and in the creek next to our own personal waterfall. The sound of that waterfall and the rushing water of the creek were what we fell asleep to every night, and the first thing we heard every morning. We came here to relax and unwind and that we did! There was much to explore and do right there at the cabin. Our 12 year old son and his friend had the time of their lives, as did we, The surrounding countryside was beautiful, and there were many interesting places to visit and explore in close proximity to the cabin. Thanks also for letting us bring our dog along . . . the old girl loved it, too! We were all sorry to leave when the time came, and would love to come back for another stay in this beautiful place!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Terrific Listening to the Waterfall

Guest: Martha & Butch (Lutz, Florida)
Date of Stay: 11/08/09 Review Submitted: 12/29/11

We came to celebrate a birthday and had a terrific time. We fell asleep every night listening to the waterfall just outside the window. It was very relaxing. We have always loved coming to the mountains and this gave us a taste of how it would be to live in this area after we retire. We want to come back and bring other family so they can also fall in love with this beautiful state. Your cabin is great, thanks for sharing with us!

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Loved the Adventure!

Guest: Christy, Gary, Mikayle, Alina (+grandparents) (Ocala, Fl)
Date of Stay: 11/02/09 Review Submitted: 12/29/11

Thi and Yen, Thanks so much for allowing us to come up here and enjoy this wonderful piece of nature. The scenery is all that we hoped it would be, and more. Though a bit nervous driving up the driveway :) Once we arrived, it was obvious why you chose this spot. Gary and my father were so excited to get in the stream and “pretend” to fly fish. Even going so far as to buy waders and a small fly rod, it made wonderful photos! My girls loved the adventure of the outdoors. Thanks again for giving us a place to get away from the hot Florida sun and our busy lives for a few days.

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Cozy Cabin

Guest: Jim and Brenda (Plant City, FL)
Date of Stay: 10/20/09 Review Submitted: 12/29/11

Dear Yen & Family, Thank you so much for sharing your cozy cabin. We have enjoyed ourselves very much and have seen some beautiful sites. The leafs are beautiful and loved the waterfall & stream. We were ble to see deer very close to the cabin. In the mountains, we even saw some bears and deers. We had a great time, hope to come back again.

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DOG-FRIENDLY!

Guest: Nancy (Washington, DC)
Date of Stay: 10/18/09 Review Submitted: 12/14/11

Dear Yen & Thi, Thank you so much for sharing your lovely cabin - It was wonderful to find such a nice place that is DOG-FRIENDLY! The road up to the cabin was a perfect place to take my black lab Mishka on long peaceful walks in the woods. The fall colors were beautiful, the sound of the waterfall is so relaxing, and the other dogs at the 1st gate were so sweet and friendly. The cabin is so comfortable and we felt that it was easy to settle right in. It also rained quite a bit during our visit; so some outdoor activities were switched out for fun trips to nearby towns - went to Jefferson, Wilkesboro (yummy Cuban coffee!!) and Boone. Mishka says woof woof and we both say thank you again and we hope to make this an annual event!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Bob & Kay1 (-)
Date of Stay: 09/27/09 Review Submitted: 09/27/09

We really enjoyed our time at the cabin. It is great cabin in a great setting, on a beautiful stream. We did not really expect to catch much since it had been several months since the last stocking of the creek. We didn’t catch any stockers, but we were surprised to catch a very healthy 18 inch brown trout in the pool next to the cabin on our first day. Over the next few days, we caught some 2-10 inch rainbows and browns that appeared to be stream bred fish - a nice surprise. We put them all back, so they're still there waiting for you.

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Thanks for a nice peaceful week.

Guest: Charles & Virginia (Opelika, AL)
Date of Stay: 09/07/09 Review Submitted: 12/14/11

Thanks for a nice peaceful week. We enjoyed the cabin and the sound of the river.

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Indescribably Beautiful!

Guest: Mark & Barbara + Bonnie & Zoe too! (Oak Island, North Carolina)
Date of Stay: 09/02/09 Review Submitted: 12/13/11

We stumbled across the cabin while browsing the Internet for coy-friendly cabins in the mountains of North Carolina. We are blessed to live on the beautiful coast of NC and need to get away for some rest & relaxation to escape the tourism season. The cabin is everything and more than we dreamed of. The pictures on your website cannot begin to describe the beauty of this place! The cabin has all the luxuries of home and the views are absolutely breath-taking! We loved hanging out on the creek, tubing, and trying to catch fish! Thank you for sharing your beautiful cabin. We look forward to our next trip here!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Most magnificent scenery of all our rental experiences

Guest: Shawn & Regina (Charolette, NC)
Date of Stay: 08/12/09 Review Submitted: 12/13/11

Great cabin ~ treacherous road! Enjoyed the solitude & the most magnificent scenery of all our rental experiences. New dog, Lena, learned a lot about nature ~ long days of play + walks, great suppers, peaceful rest - just like us~

Recommended for:Pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Sig & Judy (-)
Date of Stay: 07/29/09 Review Submitted: 07/29/09

We had a wonderful time at the cabin. So peaceful. Yen and Gay, you are very kind. Thanks.

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A beautiful spot!

Guest: Sig & Judy (Waynesville, NC)
Date of Stay: 07/17/09 Review Submitted: 12/13/11

What a perfect get-a-way spot. The peace and quiet was Heavenly. We never grew tired of sitting by the river, painting, reading, meditating, or just doing nothing. Our two dogs enjoyed themselves and behaved well until they ran across two baby skunks!! Thank goodness for the outside hose and a cleaning formula found on the internet, they cleaned up ok. A beautiful spot! Thanks

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Guest: Mary185 (Pikeville, NC)
Date of Stay: 07/06/09 Review Submitted: 07/06/09

Yen, This place is as beautiful and relaxing as you describe. We had such a wonderful, fulfilling and relaxing time. The first night we slept with the windows closed, but the rest of our vacation they were open with the wonderful cool night air and the sound of the river and waterfall that was so close. Thank you for opening up your cabin and I know that we will be back.

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We had a great time

Guest: Mark & Terri (lexington nc)
Date of Stay: 06/27/09 Review Submitted: 07/07/10

What a gret time we all had,we stayed 3 nights in June.We were very impressed with how clean the cabin was and its remote location.It was so peacfull I just wished I lived there.We will definatly be back again.Also the cabin price rates are the best we have seen. The Richardson family

Owner response:We are glad that you enjoyed your stay, and appreciate your comments. Please keep us in mind for your next family adventure. We hope to see you again soon!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Caught a 20" Trout!!

Guest: Anonymous (Anonymous)
Date of Stay: 06/11/09 Review Submitted: 12/13/11

What a fantastic find! I ended up coming by myself to get away from the daily grind and spend some time seeking God and his purposes for me. I am a die hard wildlife lover, fisherman, and animal lover. On my visit, I saw two female turkeys w/ chicks, deer, a turtle, and of course the two dogs at the entrance. Not sure who the dogs belong to, but they are friendly enough and liked to follow me to the top of the ridge. In addition, I caught 8 trout in vasious streams closeby one being 20". Yes, I said twenty inches and at least 3lbs. What a treat! For those who like to explore and may want to see the parkway, I have a tip. Turn right on old 16 and follow North. This road turns to gravel and goes all the way to the parkway where there is a charming trading post w/ crafts, snacks, and coffee. Follow pkwy to Doughton Park (right) and there is a restaurant!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, pet owners, sightseeing.

Thank You

Guest: The Stooksbury's (Greensboro, NC)
Date of Stay: 05/30/09 Review Submitted: 12/13/11

First, I wanted to thank Yen + Thi so much for sharing their beautiful cabin with us. The cabin + the creek are beautiful + very peaceful. The first 2 days were sunny + beautiful - but then our 'luck' changed. It rained + poured for 4 straight days. We only have a 4-cylinder car + once the dirt road to the cabin was so wet, we had a very hard time getting back up to the cabin so we had to stay put. The surrounding towns were nice but very expensive with there being 5 of us. We just couldn't afford to do any activities. Tipton's however is a great place to eat + very affordable!! Again we thank Yen + Thi + the cabin itself is great but the rain really put a damper on our vacation. We are leaving a day early to go back home. Hopefully, the rain will leave too :) Thanks again Yen + Thi. You have a beautiful place!!

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Nice cabin and nearby area

Guest: Mark, Heather, Emma (6yrs), David (3yrs) (Winston-Salem, NC)
Date of Stay: 03/30/09 Review Submitted: 12/29/11

We’ve had a great time at the cabin. The first day we settled in, explored the cabin and the river, and had a campfire. The next day we went hiking at Kerr Scott Reservoir, then sailed our little boat. Friday we drove the Blue Ridge Parkway and hiked to Cascade Falls. Today we will enjoy opening day Fly Fishing in your river, and another lucky spot or two nearby, then after checking out will spend the rest of the day at Stone Mountain, more fly fishing, hiking, and picnicking. What a good trip! Thanks!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with young children, sightseeing.