Together
VRBO is part of the HomeAway family, the world leader in vacation rentals with over 1 million listings. We offer the largest selection of properties for any travel occasion and every budget. We’re committed to helping families and friends find a perfect vacation rental to create unforgettable travel experiences together.
Next door to John C. Campbell Folk School and home of the famous 'Possum Drop'.
| Sleeps | 5 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Space | 900 sq. ft. |
| Property type | cabin |
| Minimum Stay | 2 nights |
Overview
Cabin, 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-5)
If you are looking for a peaceful, relaxing and comfortable mountain getaway then the Whippoorill Cabin is your perfect choice. This new cabin has 2 bedrooms, fully equipped kitchen with granite counters throughout. The cabin is nestled in the tri-state corner of NC, Georgia, and Tennessee. With a mere 2 hour drive you can be in Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, Chattanooga, Atlanta, or Asheville.
The John C. Campbell Folk School is less than a mile away and offers a variety of classes from blacksmithing, woodworking, basket making, etc. and weekly concerts. Or if you are up to a little 1/2 mile hike, just take a trail at the back of the property to the school.
If you want to bring in the new year in a different view, then you will have to experience the famous 'Possum Drop' held every year at Clay's Corner. You will also get to enjoy the best fireworks in Western North Carolina. Clay's Corner is also just a stones throw away or walking distance if it is not too cold.
There is also a stocked pond on the property where you can fish (catch and release).
Awake to breathtaking view of the trees and mountains and listen to the many birds singing. Especially in the spring, you will never get tired of listening to the whippoorwills. Simply enjoy the natural beauty of the area by relaxing on one of the covered porches and you may see a deer or more wandering through the yard.
The gas fireplace in the living area is perfect for those chilly nights.
Lakes: Chatuge, Nantahala, Hiawassee, Apalachia, Nottley
Countless rivers, creeks, streams
Scenic Drives: Blue Ridge Parkway, Great Smokey Mountains National Park, Cherohala
Skyway, just to name a few.
Whitewater fafting, tubing, Kayaking (Ocoee & Nantahala)
About Sandra and Gary Wilson
Honest southern family wanting to share nature's beauty.
Sandra and Gary Wilson purchased this cabin in 2013
Why Sandra and Gary Wilson chose Smoky Mountains
New cabin that is very close to John C. Campbell School. Opportunity for students to relax and enjoy their mountain getaway and the beauty of the area.
Amenities
Brasstown Cabin Accommodation and Amenities
- cabin
- Guests provide their own meals
- 900 sq. ft.
- Max. occupancy: 5
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters ...
- children welcome
- pets not allowed ...
- non smoking only
- Mountain View
- Adventure
- Away From It All
- Budget
- Family
- Historic
- Romantic
- Sports & Activities
- Tourist Attractions
- Air Conditioning
- Clothes Dryer
- Fireplace ...
- Hair Dryer
- Heating
- Internet
- Iron & Board
- Linens Provided
- Living Room
- Parking
- Towels Provided
- Washing Machine
- Coffee Maker
- Dishes & Utensils
- Dishwasher
- Ice Maker
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Pantry Items
- Refrigerator
- Stove
- Toaster
- Dining ...
- Dining Area
- seating for 4 people
- 1 Bathroom
-
Bathroom 1 -
toilet
,
shower
,
Handicapped accessible
- 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 5
-
Bedroom 1 -
1 king
Bedroom 2 - 1 king
- Books
- Games
- Satellite / Cable
- Television
- Deck / Patio ...
- Lawn / Garden ...
- Outdoor Grill
- wheelchair accessible ...
- churches
- cinemas
- library
- live theater
- marina
- museums
- playground
- restaurants
- antiquing
- bird watching
- boating
- gambling casinos
- horseback riding
- horseshoes
- paddle boating
- scenic drives
- shopping
- sight seeing
- walking
- wildlife viewing
- ATM/bank
- fitness center
- groceries
- hospital
- laundromat
- massage therapist
- medical services
- cycling
- fishing
- fly fishing
- freshwater fishing
- golf
- golf privileges optional
- hiking
- hunting
- jet skiing
- kayaking
- mountain biking
- mountain climbing
- mountaineering
- rafting
- skiing
- swimming
- tennis
- water skiing
- water tubing
- whitewater rafting
Reviews
Wonderful!
4.9/5 -
(62 traveler reviews)
Beautiful cabin just down the road from Campbell Folk School
Just spent a lovely weekend at Whippoorwill cabin while attending classes at the Folk school. One word of advice: arrive in daylight as the twisty one lane roads winding through the hills make the cabin difficult to find. But once here, I enjoyed every minute. The owners invested in quality and it shows. Lovely wooden floors. Stone fireplace with gas heat. And of course, Smoky mountain bear decor. Fabulous cabin!
Awesome Cabin :)
So thankful to have found this awesome cabin in a beautiful setting! Very relaxing place to stay . The inside of the cabin is beautiful, loved the wood floors throughout instead of carpet! Only 2 of us but would be enough space for 4-5 to enjoy the stay. Met the owners while walking around the pond, very nice people! Will definitely keep the info for this cabin and hope to be able to return :)
One negative surprise
This is my second time renting from these owners, and I absolutely agree that they have clean, well maintained, nicely decorated properties. But my first night I found a small, live scorpion in the shower stall (and a dead one in the kitchen the next morning). After doing internet research I confirmed these scorpions are not deadly but the sting is very painful and some people have a severe allergic reaction to the sting. I had never known before that there were scorpions native to NC. So I would recommend not going barefoot, and shaking out clothes and especially shoes before you put them on. One other safety note (I am a retired health care professional): shower seats, including the one in this property, can be dangerously slick when wet or soapy. Otherwise a lovely property in a serene location.
5-star review from a Murphy, NC Native
I was raised in Murphy, NC and moved away after high school. All of my family, both maternal and paternal still reside there. Due to this fact, my husband and I have been traveling back to Murphy on weekends & holidays for about 20 years to visit family. We've stayed in a LOT of vacation rentals in the area over the years. This is one of the best, by far.
Here's why:
1. Price! This cabin is an excellent value for the price. There was no security deposit required and the cleaning fee was reasonable. We've seen places in this price range that were far inferior to this place. This cabin is amazing for the price!
2. Location! I know the Murphy area inside and out. There is the "town area" and then there are all of the beautiful outlying areas that I refer to as the "boonies". :) This cabin has the best of both worlds. It is private, secluded, and tucked back in the woods on a gravel road, yet it is a very short drive back into "civilization". Folk School, hospital, groceries, casino, retail shops, and restaurants are all just a short drive.
3. Modern conveniences! There are areas across Cherokee County including Murphy that still have no cell phone towers or decent internet access. Many rentals have very few to none of these modern conveniences. We usually pick those areas when we want to get away from it all and unplug. This cabin is "away from it all" yet still has Wifi, excellent cell signal, and Dish TV.
4. Easy, breezy owners! The owners of this cabin responded quickly and were friendly and thorough with information.
5. Amenities: Comfortable beds, immaculate inside & out, nice furniture, well-stocked with cookware/dishes/utensils, front & back porch for relaxing. Lots of attention to detail.
Cons: These are minor, but worth noting: Master bedroom windows have cellular shades which filter light, rather than block it. We like to sleep-in on vacation and the sun blasted through the shades to the point that it woke us up early each morning. Curtains over those shades would be a big plus for us. :) Also, the check-out instructions required us to ensure all appliances such as cooktop were clean, but we were unable to find any cleanig products in the cabin. Neither of these issues lowered our 5-star rating, but wanted to note for other renters.
Cozy, well appointed cabin. Would stay here again!!!
Cabin is a lovely retreat with comfortable furnishings, a lovely setting, and easy proximity to the folk school. Highly recommend a visit!!!
Six thumbs up!
This home fit our needs perfectly for a week at JCCFS. It was very clean, well equipped, and comfortable. We loved the furnishings and decor! It was so convenient to the Folk School and we were able to have some relaxing time before bed and get ready for the next day in class.
It would be a wonderful place for any vacation and we look forward to returning.
Thank you for sharing!
Lynn Eskridge, Beth Eskridge, Libby Harrill
Map
The John C. Campbell Folk School is less than a mile away and offers a variety of classes
and workshops. Or if you are up to a little 1/2 mile hike just take a trail at the back of the
property to the school. There is also a stocked pond where you can fish (catch and
release).
Photos
Rates & Availability
Brasstown Cabin Rental Rates
- Rental Basis:
- per property
- Owner accepts payment in:
- USD
| Rate Period | Nightly | Weekend Night | Weekly | Monthly | Event | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
My Standard Rate
2 night minimum stay
|
$76
|
|
|
|
|||||
Additional information about rental rates
| Cleaning | $50 |
| Tax Rate | 11.0% |
Owner's Cancellation Policy
- Available
- Unavailable
You might like these similar properties
- 2 Bedrooms
- Sleeps 6
- 17
- 2 Bedrooms
- Sleeps 6
- 39
- 2 Bedrooms
- Sleeps 6
You might like these similar properties
- 2 Bedrooms
- Sleeps 6
- 17
- 2 Bedrooms
- Sleeps 6
- 39
- 2 Bedrooms
- Sleeps 6
Request to Book