Location: Robbinsville, Smoky Mountains, North Carolina, USA (1 1/2 hrs. from Asheville & Knoxville, 3 hrs. from Atlanta)
Accommodations: 105 Year Old Farm House, 3 Bedrooms + Detached Unit, 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-8)
Nestled in the Nantahala National Forest, and in the southern shadows of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, you'll find "Jimbo's Farm." It's a 53 acre retreat that includes a 108 year-old restored Farm House, trout pond, and mountain stream running through the entire property.
Springtime arrives in early March, when the old growth trees begin to green and daffodils start to bloom. By summer, dogwood, laurel, wild azaleas and rhododendron are in full glory. Gentle summer temperatures rarely reach 80 F while nights drop into the high 50's. The colors of fall in this rural mountain setting make for the most spectacular viewing.
With over 100,000 acres of National Forest, the walking trails along the pristine streams and mountain tops contain one of the greatest varieties of flora found anywhere in the world. Lake Santeetlah covers 2800 acres, with 100 miles of shoreline. Excellent fishing for smallmouth bass and largemouth bass, walleye, crappie, bream, and lake trout.
Cherohala Skyway; a leisurely and breathtaking drive. This ridge route between North Carolina and Tennessee opened on October 12, 1996 and was immediately acclaimed as one of the most scenic routes in the USA. Spirit Ridge offers the most expansive view along the entire route. The Dr agon: 318 curves in 11 miles on US 129, a scenic driving challenge.
Mountain crafts abound with over 500 local artisans. Cherokee Indians are native to the county and make beautiful baskets, beaded items and carvings. Tsali: one of top 10 mountain biking trails in the US.
Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest: the last 3,800 acres of untouched virgin wilderness east of the Mississippi. Old growth trees, some 20 feet around the base, grow in this natural setting and remain in its primitive state. Excellent walking trails wind along this living monument to the memory of Joyce Kilmer, the poet who is best remembered for the poem "Trees."
Practice your Fly casting skills on your private trout pond before heading off to countless streams. Then visit the famous Blue Boar Lodge, rent a boat and try your luck on Lake Santeetlah.
Enjoy the many outdoor activities available just minutes from " Jimbo's Farm ." Or just stock up, close the gate, and stay in your secluded retreat. Have a seat on the porch and enjoy the quiet, slow paced life of Graham County.
Driving times:
Less than three hours north of Atlanta
Less than two hours west of Asheville
One hour and a half east of Knoxville
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: 2 floor units. One in Kitchen One in Upstairs Loft.
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided: Feather Bed & Winter quilts on Queen & Full Beds.
- Covered Parking: Pole Barn
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer: Plenty of room besides house for Boat, Bike trailer.
- Wood Fireplace: Pot Belly Stove. Split fire wood in Pole Barn
- Beds
- Queen Bed: Master Bedroom with Feather Bed, Winter Quilt, fleece blanket, Country Quilt.
- Double Bed: 1890 Sleigh Bed in Up Stairs Loft #1 Feather Bed, Winter Quilt, Fleece Blanket.
- Twin/Single Bed: 2 - cherry Twin beds in Loft #2 1 - in Out Building
- Convertible Bed: Full Futon in Out Building which you can use at no extra charge.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV: Direct TV. 1 - Sony 26 Bravia in Living room with 5.1 surround system. 1 small TV with VCR in Loft. Sony TV with VCR in OutBuilding
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library: Loads of DVD's & VHS tapes.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library: Lots of CD's Cassettes & CD's are in Jimbo's Playroom
- Pool Table
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Microwave
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill: Smoker, Small grill, Colman Charcoal grill
- Deck/Patio: Front Porch with 2 Hammocks, 1 swing, 2 Rocking chairs. Side Porch with 2 Rocking Chairs.
- View/Location
- Lakefront: Actually Front Porch faces 3/4 acre Trout Pond
- Mountain View: Beach Creek Mountain & Snowbird Mountain range is viewed from front Porch
- Communications
- Telephone: 2 wireless phone, 2 fixed.
- Other Amenities
- Pot Belly Stove in living room, Charcoal BBQ, Gas Fireplace in master bedroom, Out-Building with sofa couch, 1 Twin Bed, Bathroom with shower, Sleeps 2-3, Great for Kids!, 13, 000 BTU A/C Unit (1 main floor, 1 in loft, ) Pets allowed with Security Deposit
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: Pets are welcome with $50.00 cleaning charge. Details included in Rental agreement.
- Kid Friendly: Kids love this place. Between the Pond, Creek Stomping, Jimbo's Playroom & campfire they can keep busy.
- Smoking Not Allowed: Smoking allowed on Porch. Not in the buildings.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Rock Climbing
- Antiquing
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Whitewater Rafting, Tsali Bike Trail, Lake Santeetlah, etc, NEW, Jimbo's Play Room, Full size Brunswick Pool Table, Dart Board, writing table, Available with $25, 00 cleaning charge, There are Cheaper places to stay, But None Better, +ïGÇí
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
All stays 3 night minimum - Add 10% Sales & Use Tax.
Jan 02-Mar 15 .. Closed for Winter
Couples or 2 guests $175.00 per night, $950.00 week...
3 - 8 guests $175.00/night $1,125.00 week...
Please call for Holiday Rates & Monthly Rates.
One Week consists of Saturday 2 PM to the Next Saturday 10 AM.
Weekly arrival/departure may vary depending on schedule.
Pets welcome with $50.00 cleaning charge
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 1997
Jimbo:
Musician that needed to know the light at end of tunnel was not a train.
Why the Owner Chose Robbinsville
Visited Western North Carolina many times over the years .
Had friends with property in area & felt at home.
The Unique Benefits of this 105 Year Old Farm House
This is the last undiscovered area of WNC. 80% of land in Graham County is National Forest &
locals are wonderful.
Property Photos
- Jimbo's Farm October 2009 - Robbinsville, NC - North Carolina Vacation Rental - In the Smoky Mountains!
- View from the Porch - Jimbo's Farm - Robbinsville, NC - North Carolina Vacation Rental - In the Smoky Mountains!
- Side View. settling Pond, Pole barn - Robbinsville, NC - North Carolina Vacation Rental - In the Smoky Mountains!
- View from Lot 3
- House Pond 2009
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