Vacation Rentals by Owner

Loved Streamside Home, cannot wait to schedule another stay.

Guest: ***** (New Jersey)
Date of Stay: 08/09/11 Review Submitted: 09/08/11

We stayed at the Streamside Home in August for a few days. We had such a wonderful time and cannot wait to go back next summer. The home was beautifully decorated and maintained. Our children, ages 3 and 6, enjoyed running around ther property and playing in the stream. We explored during the day, the kids enjoyed Chimney Rock and Slippery Rock. During the evenings, wegrilled dinner on the beautiful patio. We loved the outdoor fireplace for ambiance. The kids enjoyed the marshmellow pit by the stream for after dinner s'mores. We wish woud could have stayed a longer, we were all sad to leave.

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

Exquisite Get Away in Western NC

Guest: Mountain Lover (Birmingham, AL)
Date of Stay: 08/01/11 Review Submitted: 08/12/11

This home combines the comfort of lovely appointed furnishings with the natural beauty of the surrounding, nestled on a hill just minutes away from the quaint town of Brevard, NC and acres of national forest for hiking or fishing. There is nothing too rustic about this wonderful home overlooking a meadow and stream, whose sounds can be enjoyed from every part of the house. We spent several nights enjoying the rocking chairs as we listened to the sounds of the surrounding woodlands. It is nicely private, yet convenient anytime you want an activity. It was the ideal get away from the heat of summer in August.

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

We will be back!!!

Guest: Arthur (Columbia, SC)
Date of Stay: 11/18/10 Review Submitted: 12/01/10

We recently stayed in this Streamside Home and thouroghly enjoyed our time there! This is a repeat trip here for us and our family and we will definitely be returning in the future. The attention to detail is eveident in every room of the house. The heated bathroom floors are a delight on a cold morning and the outdoor grill is always in great working condition and very clean. We have stayed at several of Jim's other propeties and thaey are very comfrtable as well. Jim is always available via cell or e-mail to answer any questions or reccomend local hikes and or sites to visit.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, sightseeing.

Streamside Home

Guest: Valerie (Louisiana)
Date of Stay: 11/10/10 Review Submitted: 11/10/10

My sisters and I have booked the Home for a fourth annual vacation next year. I know the Home and grounds will exceed your expectations. The Home is amazing - giving you the beauty of the woods and nature, with all the ammenities of a modern home, We love the updated kitchen, heated bathroom floors, upstairs balcony, fireplace with firewood provided, outdoor gas grill, outdoor stone fireplace, reading at the Summer House, having a picnic by the stream and the porch view of the peaceful meadow. The area is welcoming - offering friendly people, wonderful restaurants, fun shopping, varied activites and the quaint town of Brevard with it's white squirrels and great shops. Gorgeous views are every- where with mountains, overlooks, woods, waterfalls, streams, wildlife, etc. The owner is available, helpful, friendly and has given us great suggestions every year for restaurants, activities, sights etc. This vacation renews my spirit and I anticipate and look forward to my next visit each year...

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

A Great Getaway!

Guest: Greatful for a Break! (Vernon, FL)
Date of Stay: 10/28/10 Review Submitted: 11/12/10

Jim - Our family only had time for a short getaway and this was perfect. Your home is quite beatiful and so convenient. Everything you need is already there from the split wood to the cooking utensils. The surroundings and home environment were so relaxing and enjoyable. There were lots of places to fish, hike, and just relax outside. The weather was perfect! With Brevard just a short drive away we felt secluded but not excluded. The minute we got home, everyone was ready to go back. I have stayed in a few vacationhomes before, and it was so nice to be in a place where everything was so well cared for and clean. It truly was a home away from home. We'll definately be back.

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

Wonderful Experience

Guest: Annie (Gastonia, NC)
Date of Stay: 10/21/10 Review Submitted: 10/28/10

We had a wonderful time at the streamside home. The location is perfect for a get-a-way. This house has everything. The little touches make for a relaxing cozy experience. The house was extremely clean, complete with all the comforts of home. Everything about the home is beautiful. The outdoor fireplace with cooking station and table were my favorite. Also, the firepit by the stream is a nice touch. I recommend this house for vacation to couples or those with children. Fun for the whole family.

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

Restorative mountain Streamside Home

Guest: Pam (Michigan)
Date of Stay: 10/09/10 Review Submitted: 10/31/10

I have been to the the Streamside Home annually for last three years. Two Michigan and one Louisiana sister have vacationed together at this wonderfully located rental home. In fact, we have already rebooked for 2011. The Streamside Home has never disappointed us. The listing description and photos are very accurate, always very clean and well maintained and the owner is very helpful in every way. From recommending restaurants; an excellent waterfall tour guide and general sightseeing suggestions. Whether you are relaxing on the front porch and enjoying a panoramic view of the meadow; sitting on the big rocks watching the stream tumble past; cooking a fabulous meal on the grill in the patio dining area; breathing the clean and pure mountain air --you will find yourself refreshed and restored by the time your vacation is over. That is why we have booked our 4th annual 'Sister Trip". There is no way that you could be disappointed vacationing here. The mountains are beautiful and it is always wonderfully cooler at the home.

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

Wonderful home tucked away in the countryside of North Carolina

Guest: MNK (Atlanta)
Date of Stay: 08/13/10 Review Submitted: 08/15/10

We very much enjoyed this home. The house is cozy and comfortable yet very nicely decorated. I was impressed by the kitchen though not a large one. Grounds were attractively maintained. I loved hearing the small waterfalls at night and my children loved playing in them. It is not far from Brevard but far enough to be in the countryside. A pleasant place for adults or families to get away in the moutains!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Beautiful stay

Guest: Patty (Charleston, SC)
Date of Stay: 08/07/10 Review Submitted: 11/21/11

We SO enjoyed our stay at this property. It is the perfect mountain getaway. We can't wait to come again.

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

Beautiful and secluded

Guest: karen (houston, TX)
Date of Stay: 07/24/10 Review Submitted: 08/10/10

This is our 3rd year at the Streamside House at Trout House Falls, and we absolutely love it! This is your opportunity to get away from it all (no cell phone reception) and commune with nature. My children (Ages 9 and 5) love playing in the stream and catching crayfish and minnows. The kitchen is well stocked with good quality cooking equipment, and we love eating outside by the fire and roasting marshmellows for dessert. The pictures are a good reflection of the lovely decor. The owners are incredibly helpful and will give you many suggestions of activities and restaurants in the area. We enjoy hiking to the many beautiful waterfalls around Brevard, tubing down the Davidson river, and canoeing on the French Broad river. The location is remote; it is a 20-25 minute drive on very windy mountain roads to get into Brevard. As a result, you don't want to forget anything at the grocery store. Brevard is a charming small town, with a very good Ingles grocery store, drug stores and everything else you could need. There are several good restaurants and a fabulous toy store in town. We think that this is the perfect place to get away from it all and enjoy the beauty of nature.

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

MTB Retreat

Guest: MTBR (Chicago)
Date of Stay: 04/24/10 Review Submitted: 06/10/10

Hi- A group of friends and I traveled from Chicago to visit the area for its mountain biking. After much searching we found this and the pictures looked great. When we arrived we found an even better place than the pictures showed. The amenities are top notch, heated tile in bathrooms, tons of pots and pans in the kitchen for cooking, the porch and fire are a great place to hang out, grill and unwind. The stream running through the property is icing on the cake. This is a place worth the trip. Most of our group are very connected to their work through their smartphones, and the fact that there is no service was a three day blessing for them, and allowed them to really disconnect and relax. Visit you will not be disappointed.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, romantic getaway.

Guest: Colin Callahan (Tennessee)
Date of Stay: 01/06/10 Review Submitted: 01/06/10

I didn't think it could really be as nice as the photos but I was wrong. There was plenty of room for six people to hang out and relax. The kitchen had everything we needed. Jim is full of useful info and great to chat with.

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Guest: Tabatha2 (Louisville, Ky.)
Date of Stay: 12/03/09 Review Submitted: 12/03/09

The cabin was beautiful and the setting was so serene. I hope to come back when it's a bit warmer to enjoy the outdoor patio. Brevard was lovely, too. Thanks so much for restaurant suggestions.

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Guest: Lee & Debbie McNaught (Washington, Ill)
Date of Stay: 09/14/09 Review Submitted: 09/14/09

We were very pleased with your home. The house was very well decorated and furnished. We had everything we needed for a wonderful weekend with our family. The kitchen was great for preparing meals as well as the grill. We had every dinner on the patio while enjoying the outside fireplace. We would highly recommend Trout House Falls for a very private and peaceful vacation.

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Guest: JIm and Nancy Clark (Awendaw,SC)
Date of Stay: 08/25/09 Review Submitted: 08/25/09

When I walked in the door, I felt like I was at home. It was so cozy and the decor was outstanding with amazing attention to detail. Every amenity was provided, a nice change from most rentals. Every night was spent cooking and eating dinner by the outside fireplace, making it a very romantic getaway. The owner and Ada; the housekeeper, could not have been any nicer or more accomodating. I would highly recommend escaping to this beautiful mountain hideaway!!

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Guest: Scott and Dottie Farfone (Boone NC)
Date of Stay: 08/03/09 Review Submitted: 08/03/09

What a geat spot for a relaxing long weekend. Great small steam fishing on the property - very private! Love the outdoor fireplace. Will try to book this cabin again in the future.

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Guest: Drs. Tom and Bettie Borton (Montgomery, AL)
Date of Stay: 01/05/09 Review Submitted: 01/05/09

This house was simply superb in every regard - it far exceeded our expectations. The location is breathtaking, simply a paradise. The cabin decor is lovely, with incredible attention to the smallest details, and every concievable amenity is provided. My husband and I had such a peaceful, restful week here. We can't wait to return!Thank again you for sharing your special home with us. Bettie and Tom Borton

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Guest: Melissa31 (Winter Park, FL)
Date of Stay: 02/05/08 Review Submitted: 02/05/08

What a Blessing to spend Christmas at your beautiful cabin! We enjoyed every minute. We look forward to returning during the warmer months to see another side of the spectacular scenery! Thank you for sharing your slice of heaven. Best Regards,

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Guest: Michael and Sue Bain (Kinston, North Carolina)
Date of Stay: 11/12/07 Review Submitted: 11/12/07

What an amazing vacation. We spent a long weekend at "The Home" and words can not describe the adventures we had. Exploring waterfalls, trails, dinner and shopping in Brevard were just a few of things we enjoyed. "The Home" is a "five star" cabin. Nestled in the most beautiful setting. Definitely one of the best vacations we've had in the North Carolina Mountains. I highly recommend a visit!! Hopefully, we'll be back soon!

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Guest: Ana1 (Durham, NC)
Date of Stay: 10/09/07 Review Submitted: 10/09/07

My family stayed for a week at the Streamside Home. The house was beautiful - cozy and luxurious. We ate dinner every night on the stone patio with a fire going, you couldn't get any better in a 5 star restaurant. My sons played in the stream for hours. I'm looking forward to our next visit back.

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Guest: Pamela Cecala (Murrells Inlet, SC)
Date of Stay: 08/23/07 Review Submitted: 08/23/07

Our family just returned from a long weekend at the Streamside cottage. The moment we walked in the door we were completely overwhelmed with the ambiance, comfort and beauty of the home and the grounds. We spent alot of time on the deck grilling, eating and talking. It was so nice to have our kids playing in the stream, finding crawfish and salamanders, and collecting skipping stones. We will try to return here every chance we get.

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Guest: Abby A (Orlando FL)
Date of Stay: 08/15/07 Review Submitted: 08/15/07

We had a wonderful week this July at Trout House Falls. It was a great escape from the summer heat in Florida. Our 2 year old son spent hours playing the creek. Our six year old spent everyday reading in the window seat upstairs. We cannot wait to visit again!

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Guest: Dee4 (Vero Beach, FL)
Date of Stay: 07/27/07 Review Submitted: 07/27/07

What a wonderful place to visit! Our visit there was magical and we would recommend this to anyone who is interested. Please give Ada our thanks and tell her she made our visit special. Look forward to returning permanently to TN mountain property. Take Care, The Teachers from Vero Beach, Florida!

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Guest: Alberto Estrada (Miami, Florida)
Date of Stay: 07/10/07 Review Submitted: 07/10/07

My family and I traveled to WNC to take my niece to camp - we were delighted by the accomodations at the Home and very impresed with the details sorrounding the house. The Home is everything we expected and more. When it was time to depart nobody wanted to leave as this property captivates your spirit. We look forward to coming back next year -

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Guest: Casey5 (Charleston, SC)
Date of Stay: 05/10/07 Review Submitted: 05/10/07

We had a wonderful time. We rent a cabin in Brevard every spring and this was the absolute best. The house has great style and the owners have thought of everything that you need!! It is great with children-our son loves the creek-he caught lots of crawfish and snails!! We will definitely come back!! See you next year!

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Guest: Regina Shelley (Cola, SC)
Date of Stay: 08/31/06 Review Submitted: 08/31/06

My family was completely blown away by the beauty and comfort of The Home. The attention to every detail was unlike any I've ever seen. We all agreed that it felt like living in a beautiful work of art. We will be back. I am so glad we discovered this place, and thank you so much for making our family getaway so enjoyable and special.

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Guest: Mike and Delores Ward (Pawleys Island S.C.)
Date of Stay: 08/09/06 Review Submitted: 08/09/06

We really enjoyed our visit to Trout House Falls. The home is beautifully decorated and quite comfortable. We particularly enjoyed the early mornings sipping coffee on the front porch.The steady gurgling of the stream, the birds chirping,and the fresh mountain air made for a peaceful and relaxing vacation time. We felt like we were in a little sanctuary in the woods.Hope to come again. Mike and Delores Ward,Pawleys Island,S.C.

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Guest: Patti & Ron Fowle (Naples, FL)
Date of Stay: 08/07/06 Review Submitted: 08/07/06

Thanks so much for sharing "the little housein the woods" as our 3 year old called it. What a beautiful home being both cozy,comfortable and luxurious at the same time. We loved playing in the stream, rearranging the rocks, picking blackberries every night on our hikes, having picnics on the outside table by the outdoors fireplace and listening to the brook while we laid in bed. It was great to be so chilly in the morning so that we could have a fire to enjoy our breakfast by. Thanks so much for a peaceful relaxing family vacation, Ron, Patti, Carrie(10) & Allie(3) Fowle Naples, FL

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Guest: Shannon Goff (Winter Springs, Florida)
Date of Stay: 07/24/06 Review Submitted: 07/24/06

We can't thank you enough for sharing your beautiful home with us! It was the perfect place to relax and enjoy just being together as a family. Even though we hiked, rode horses, went tubing and slid down sliding rock, it was always hard to leave our perfect cabin. This was truly one of the best times we've ever had together. We loved everything about our time there! Thank you again! Until next time ...

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Guest: Judy Goodman (Hickory, NC)
Date of Stay: 07/04/06 Review Submitted: 07/04/06

Who would ever dream that an internet search would uncover such a wonderful, pleasant, secluded vacation retreat for 3 generations to celebrate birthdays and an anniversary!!! Truly a diamond in the rough...thoughtfully and tastefully decorated and supplied, yet tucked away in the beauty of the NC mountains. Thanks for all your attention to detail and truly making this a relaxing home away from home! Would love to come back again.

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Guest: Frank Prince (-)
Date of Stay: 12/19/05 Review Submitted: 12/19/05

The end of the road privacy, and surrounding woods created a wonderful backdrop for a relaxing birthday weekend with my wife, Claire. The property (houses, meadow, creek, etc.) are very well kept and we look forward to our return.

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Guest: Lora Allemeier (Raleigh, NC)
Date of Stay: 10/27/05 Review Submitted: 10/27/05

We relocated to North Carolina this summer from New England; our ten year old son has missed the mountains and associated outdoor hiking and waterfalls.He spent hours in the stream by the house and we hiked to the area waterfalls. The house itself is breathtakingly beautiful with myriad thoughtful interior touches.

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Guest: Cheryl & Steve1 (Wilmington NC)
Date of Stay: 09/18/05 Review Submitted: 09/18/05

Trout House Falls was an absolute pleasure. Unlike a lot of rentals, this home felt like our home for a long weekend with freinds. We came for a Wildlife Dedication and found a special hideaway. The homes are exactly what you look at in the pictures and more! We taught one gal to flyfish right in the front yard and Steve caught a few fish right in the front stream. Wish for nothing when you go to cook and dine with your family or friends in their complete kitchen and deck. One definate thing came of this weekend, the guys were good friends before, and us gals hardly knew each other. But Jim and Kathys' vacation home made our stay a lifetime memory and lifetime friends of all of us together. We can't wait to do it again. Remember one thing in life ~ "You may never pass this way again, take time to enjoy" and Trout House Falls is the perfect place to do that! Thank you again for sharing your home with us. Steve and Cheryl

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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 08/23/05 Review Submitted: 08/23/05

It was well worth the 15-hour drive to stay at Trout House Falls. The house was incredible and stocked with everything we needed to enjoy our stay. We fed the trout and made Smores at the campfire by the water on the property. Local activities -- whitewater rafting, flyfishing, hiking, the Cherokee reservation, etc. -- made it an adventurous and fun family vacation. Brevard is an incredible, quaint little town (similar to Northampton or Amherst for Mass. residents), full of art, music and culture. There's something for everyone, and Trout House Falls is the best place to stay ... just like being at home, only better. We will definitely return and highly recommend the house to others.

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Guest: David G. Calabrase (Cornelius, NC)
Date of Stay: 08/09/05 Review Submitted: 08/09/05

It is hard to exceed ones expectations, but the "Trouthosue Falls" did that exact thing when we arrived at the property. Hats off to a magnificant decorating job and all the thought and detail to everything the Sloan's did to make this rental property a great value. We hope you continue to add creative sites on your land. We'll be back Sincerely, The Calabrase's

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Guest: The Robinson Family (Charlotte,NC)
Date of Stay: 08/01/05 Review Submitted: 08/01/05

What a wonderful place! We had a great time exploring the grounds and waterfalls. The house is secluded, yet close in proximity to area attractions, restaurants, etc. The home is beautiful with attention to every detail. We hope to be back again!

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Guest: Charles & Katherine Carmichael1 (Charlotte, NC)
Date of Stay: 07/25/05 Review Submitted: 07/25/05

We have been fortunate to be able to stay in your "Home" twice this year, once in the spring and again in the summer. We had a different set of guests on each occasion. Both visits turned out perfectly. Our guests and we were elated to be able to be together in such wonderful surroundings. We truly felt at home in the house so tastefully, comfortably and well furnished. Outside we were in a different world from the one we usually live in. One with a clear mountain stream, meadow, wild flowers,trees and clean ever changing skies

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Guest: Charles & Katherine Carmichael (Charlotte. NC)
Date of Stay: 07/21/05 Review Submitted: 07/21/05

We have had the privilidge of 2 stays with different sets of guests this spring and summer. Both were great- home tastefully furnished in every respect and a beautiful setting.

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Guest: Becky Whitfield (Charleston, S.C.)
Date of Stay: 07/17/05 Review Submitted: 07/17/05

I discovered TroutHouseFalls on the internet and had to check it out for myself. We live in Charleston S.C.,a truly beautiful historic city, but the summers get quiet warm. Like most people we have very stressful lives. There never seems to be enough hours in a day. For three wonderful days we forgot business and problems and heat! We didn't even turn on the T.V. The cabin and house were everything we hoped for and more. We were removed from our everyday life and visited a true paradise. The forest, stream and waterfalls were so relaxing. If this sounds like your life, I would encourage you to take the time to visit. Jim and Kathy Sloan have everything perfect although with my Tennessee roots I sure would like to see a swing on the front porch. Thanks so much for a wonderful time and we'll see you again around March. Tony and Becky Whitfield

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Guest: N/A
Date of Stay: 03/21/05 Review Submitted: 03/20/05

Our inspiration to create an ideal mountain home in a perfect setting of forest, streams and waterfalls resulted in a total renovation with the utmost attention to detail and comfort. From all areas of our Secluded Home you can see and hear the Private Trout Stream and Waterfalls. It is our sincere hope that your stay here is a memorable one at "Trout House Falls". Jim & Kathy Sloan

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