Emerald Gate Farm-13 Acre Mtn Estate-Fish Ponds-Horse Friendly
- Minimum stay:Contact owner
- Internet:Yes
- Pets allowed:Yes
- Wheel chair accessible:Yes
This 4 bedroom, 3 bath vacation rental is located on 13 acres of beautiful rolling mountain property with so much to do you'll spend most of your time right here. It's very accommodating having the main quarters all on one floor. Drive into the two car garage and go right into the kitchen with your groceries. There are ponds, gardens, creeks, springs and mountain hiking trails to explore. The 'Farm Stay' experience has a resident cow, yard birds, trout, and egg laying chickens. You are welcome to use the eggs and sample whatever is in season from the fruit trees, grape vines and berry, vegetable and mushroom gardens.
Besides the two-car garage, 13 acres and barn; there is a newly finished living unit in the basement. A complete unit with a kitchen and 3 beds. A private entrance and a one car garage make this ideal for families vacationing together or just for extra kids.
A great place for home schooling. Lots of fun things to do and learn any time of the year.
A real Farm Stay vacation.
Red and black raspberries, blackberries, apple, peach, pear, cherry, elderberry and black walnut trees will add to your menu. Our fully equipped kitchen: 2 ovens, 6 gas burner cook top, microwave, trash compactor & ice making fridge make it easy to use our home grown produce.
Our 3 trout ponds have resident ducks, geese, trout, bass and catfish that we now allow our guests to fish for.
Pets are welcome here.
This estate is very private and secluded yet we are close to the small towns of Waynesville and Maggie Valley where there is golf, antiquing, river rafting, restaurants and Lake Junuluska. Only 3 miles from route 40 which will take you to Asheville 30 miles to the east. We are close to 3 different entrance points for the Blue Ridge Parkway and very close to the Smokey Mountain National Park, Cataloochee Valley where Elk can be seen every afternoon and the Cherokee Reservation with Harrah’s Casino.
At 3600 ft it is usually cool enough to just open the windows, but we have a 'Green' geothermal heat pump that provides both heat and ac when needed. There is a beautiful mountain view from your bedroom window and from the half-covered wrap around deck where you can relax and barbeque in the shade or the sunshine. Summer nights are spectacular with fireflies competing with the stars.
Close by we also have fishing, hunting, skiing, wildlife viewing, horseback riding, museums, sightseeing, rafting, tubing, archery, sporting clays and even sky diving.
Inside and out there is wireless high speed internet, DirecTV and free long distance anywhere in the Continental US.
Check out the virtual tour. Find the link below, just above the Map & Owner's Profile.
Rates are negotiable, the new basement quarters are optional; so lets talk and I will explain how we can make a deal based on your specific wants and needs.
DIRECTIONS to Emerald Gate Farm
472 Medford Hannah Road
Waynesville, NC 28785
Find exit 20 on Route 40 go south and immediately turn right on Cove Creek road.
Go 1.2 miles and turn left on Suttontown Road.
Go 1.3 miles and turn left on Medford Hannah Road.
Go 1/2 mile and enter at the white mailbox on the right.
Keywords: Vacation Rental, cabin, farm, farmstay, teaching, fishing, private, secluded,home school
Property Type
- Cabin
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Suitability
Bedrooms: 4 Bedrooms, Sleeps 10, Beds for 10
Kitchen & Dining
- Dishwasher
- Ice Maker
Amenities
Other Amenities
Entertainment
- DVD Player
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
Communications
Outdoor Features
- Outdoor Grill
Location & View
Activities
- Snowmobiling
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Mountain Biking
- Golf
- Cross Country Skiing
- Rock Climbing
- Snowboarding
- Rafting
- Skiing
- Kayaking
- Hiking
- Swimming
- Restaurants
- Theme Parks
- Horseback Riding
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Museums
- Zoo
- Sledding
- Shopping
- Boating
- Sight Seeing
- Antiquing
- Wildlife Viewing
Other Activities
Reviews
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Wonderful family vacation!
Wonderful family vacation!
- Guest katijean
- Date of stay 12/14/12
- Review Submitted 12/20/12
The house was warm and cozy and the property was awesome. My kids had a blast running around out side and playing with the dogs. John was a great host, friendly and accomodating. He was great with the kids! Would definitely reccomend this place to anyone visiting the area that wants a relaxing vacation and something fun right in the backyard for the kids to do.Recommended for: Families with teenagers, sightseeing, age 55+, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, families with young children.
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Great experience
Great experience
- Guest Suzy
- Date of stay 11/09/12
- Review Submitted 11/19/12
Unique experience. Beautiful accomodations and a true farm stay weekend. Great place to relax and spend quality family time. Owner went above and beyond to make our stay memorable.Recommended for: Age 55+, romantic getaway, families with young children.
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spectacular
spectacular
- Guest ezedxpress
- Date of stay 10/13/12
- Review Submitted 10/30/12
My wife nd I, my two daughters and their families, specnt a fantastic week at Emerald Gate. The web page made the place look great but it did not do justice to the farm. JC, Polly, clyde and other animals made emerald Gate etraordinary. JC even saw to it that the weather stayed great and the trees were in full color. The house itself, was clean, beds were comfortable, and unlike other cabons or homes we rented in the Waynesville, Maggie Valley, Ashvile area is was bug and cobweb free, and there was no musty odor. We all were sad when it was time to go and defitiely will return. It is a great place to get together with family and enjoy not only the farm but also the local area. Unlike the Gatlinburg area, traffic is light, restaurants are great and there is much shopping.Recommended for: People with disabilities, sightseeing, age 55+, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, families with young children, pet owners.
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Excellent Vacation
Excellent Vacation
- Guest Parker
- Date of stay 09/01/12
- Review Submitted 09/12/12
I had a great time. Our family and friends had a great time. This is a beautiful home and fantastic setting in the country. I look forward to visiting again.Recommended for: Families with teenagers, sightseeing, age 55+, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners.
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Wonderful Stay
Wonderful Stay
- Guest Angie
- Date of stay 07/14/12
- Review Submitted 07/30/12
This was our second trip to the area and first stay at the farm. We had a great time. The property was beautiful and the home was comfortable and spacious. The owner JC was very gracious and accommodating and we enjoyed his company. He was also readily available for any questions we had or if any problems would have arose. We had our daily outings (Zip-lining, Whitewater rafting, gem mining, hiking, etc.) but it was very relaxing to come back to the farm for dinner, start a fire and roast marshmallows, make s'mores and chill out. We enjoyed Polly and Clyde and felt safe with them roaming the grounds. We also enjoyed feeding the fish, ducks, geese, etc., and eating fresh vegetables from the garden. If we are fortunate enough to make a trip next year definitely plan on returning and hopefully will bring the grandkids as I know they would love it.Recommended for: Families with teenagers, sightseeing, age 55+, adventure seekers, families with young children, pet owners.
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Our 2nd home!
Our 2nd home!
- Guest Gary & Laura
- Date of stay 01/30/12
- Review Submitted 02/08/12
JC, This is our 4th visit in a little over a year, and each time it gets better!. Your farm has become a second home for us, and You, Polly & Clyde have become part of our family. We can't imagine ever coming to Maggie, without staying at the farm. It's very sad that Sampson passed away, but we look forward to see what "critters" you acquire next. We will see you later this summer, as I try to get the whole extended Noel family back here, like we did last year. You are the best! Gary Spencer and Laura Noel - Feb 2012Recommended for: Families with teenagers, people with disabilities, sightseeing, age 55+, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners.
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Best family vacation ever
Best family vacation ever
- Guest Keith
- Date of stay 12/25/11
- Review Submitted 01/02/12
JC's property was the perfect setting for our family vacation and Christmas Holiday. We stayed 12/25/11 through 1/1/12 and the house was perfect for for 12 people to stay. JC is a very gracious host and guide for the area. He pointed us towards Cataloochee valley one evening in the afternoon where we saw a large herd of wild elk and well over 100 wild turkey. The animals around the farm kept the kids very entertained as well as the fishing ponds but the biggest hit was Poly and Clyde the two very large very friendly dogs. The house is in a perfect location for exploring Great Smoky Mountain National Park. On the ride home the conversation was mainly about what time of year to come back as we truly loved the farm and JC's company.Recommended for: Families with teenagers, sightseeing, age 55+, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners.
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Coleman and Payne Families
Coleman and Payne Families
- Guest Leon
- Date of stay 12/17/11
- Review Submitted 12/23/11
Our family came here for Christmas Vacation and have had a wonderful time. There is so much to do with the family whether you stay on the property or visit the local towns. J.C. the owner, was very accommodating and willing to do what ever he could to make our stay more enjoyable and comfortable. You want be disappointed if you stay here, especially if you need time to relax. We highly recommend Emerald Gate Farm and hope you enjoy it as much as we have. P.S. Say hello to Polly and Clyde. You'll See.Recommended for: Families with teenagers, sightseeing, romantic getaway, families with young children, pet owners.
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John and the farm were great
John and the farm were great
- Guest Alice
- Date of stay 11/23/11
- Review Submitted 12/05/11
Thanks so much for such a wonderful Thanksgiving, we all had a great time. You were always willing to lend and helping hand even smoked one of our Turkeys. The dogs and kids had a great time playing and hangin out with you. We will definately be back. Alice and Randall and familyRecommended for: Families with teenagers, people with disabilities, sightseeing, age 55+, adventure seekers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners.
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John you are great and so is the farm
John you are great and so is the farm
- Guest Alice
- Date of stay 12/23/10
- Review Submitted 12/05/11
John we had such a wonderful time over Thanksgiving. The farm had everything and you were more than willling to help in any way. The dogs and especially the kids had such fun with all your animals and hangin out with you. We will definately be back Thank You so much Alice and RandallRecommended for: Families with teenagers, people with disabilities, sightseeing, age 55+, adventure seekers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners.
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Rates
Weekly rent $1100, both floors $1375. Includes rent, cleaning fee and tax. Weekend visits are negotiable. Off season and last minute rates negotiable. Cleaning fee $75 or $135 for both floors. NC tax 12% Cash or checks only. All pets welcome, pet fees are negotiable.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Before paying contact the owner to confirm payment details.
Call the owner directly to confirm reservation details and pay with an approved method (credit card, check, or bank transfer), to protect your payment up to $1,000.
Location
Owner info
Year Purchased: 2006
About the owner: I retired at 65 from the heat and hustle of Miami to the cooler and laid back community in the mountains. Like when I ran charter fishing boats, I love to share my experiences here on this 13 acre mountain farm. I built a cabin by the barn so I can stay here and tend the gardens, orchards and animals.
Why the Owner Chose Maggie Valley:
I came here to enjoy the seasons and to learn how to live close to the land.
The Unique Benefits at this Cabin:
I love doing the chores on the farm, being close to the animals and protecting them.
Planting gardens and helping things grow so I can preserve them and use them in my own kitchen.
Keeping the grounds and getting firewood keeps me healthy and tired at the end of the day.
I am very fortunate to be living this lifestyle and I am eager to share whatever I can.
Contact us
- Primary: (828) 926-3276 (North Carolina, USA)
- Secondary: (305) 495-6874
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Photos
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Home
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The living room
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Kitchen
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Master bedroom
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View from the master bedroom and deck.
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Sampson and Polly
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Therapy dogs, Polly and Clyde
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