Luxe Cabin on Cascading Stream - Private Hiking Trails - Fireplace - WiFi

This cabin was an absolutely perfect location to get away from it all and enjoy nature.

The views of the stream are spectacular and the surrounding area is amazing.

The drive in is beautiful and I wouldn't want to try the drive after dark partly because you would miss the beauty but mostly because of the winding, narrow, unpaved roads are challenging enough when you can see. We were in a small SUV and had no trouble managing the unpaved trails. Cell service for navigation really can't be counted on when heading in or out, so be prepared with the directions provided by the owner with the check in info.

When we arrived were pleasantly surprised by the perfectly decorated cabin. So much thoughtful detail went in to making the cabin feel like a cozy retreat.

We stayed over Thanksgiving weekend and took full advantage of the kitchen making a meal for two. There is a full sized refrigerator, dishwasher, and stove top. The oven itself seemed a little smaller than full sized, but worked perfectly. There is a wood burning oven too, but we weren't adventurous enough to try that out. There are dishes, cups, wine glasses, silverware, kitchen knives, bowls, pots, pans, casserole dishes and more than the basics.

Outside the kitchen the owners provided the basics and then some - hand soap, dish soap, paper towels, toilet paper, shampoo, conditioner, firewood, kindling, tv with cable and a DVD player, working wi-fi, and I had limited cell services with AT&T. The only items I wished we brought were camping chairs and a lighter for the fires.

There isn't central heat or air, but there were plenty of space heaters and the fireplace downstairs heated the place perfectly. There were also plenty of blankets to keep warm.

We used the fire pit outside and roasted s'mores. We used the porch rocking chairs to sit next to the fire, but I wish I had brought our camping chairs.

There are other cabins in view from the front of the cabin, but far enough away to make it feel secluded.

There are miles of hiking trails around the cabin too. We enjoyed hours of adventuring on the trails with our dog. The trails are very steep, but with going slow and taking breaks we were able to enjoy them.

I can't recommend this place enough - and we can't wait to book our next visit.

This is one of the nicest cabins you can imagine. The location is gorgeous; set deep into the woods with a fast running stream right in front of the cabin, and walking trails all around the area. The cabin itself is beautifully decorated and clean, and the owners put a lot of effort into making it incredibly comfortable for their guests. If you need to get away from the stresses of everyday life this is the place to go. The driveway is a challenge for a regular car (we have an AWD pickup), and you must come prepared with all the food and drink you will need. That said, this is a rental you will want to visit again and again.

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We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the hemlock cabin. The gravel road leading to the cabin also makes it a great place. The stream below the cabin, the hiking trails were spectacular. The cabin is close to joyce kilmer, an excellent hiking area. We traveled to cataloochee valley to see the elk (early morning, need to be there by 9 or you will miss them). It is about a 2 hour drive, but well worth it. The cabin has comfortable furniture, a well stocked kitchen, outdoor firepit, outdoor grilling. The nights were cold enough to have a fire each night in the fireplace. BJ, the cabin concierge, brought firewood promptly when we ran out. He was also handy when we needed him and a chainsaw to clear a downed tree after the remnants of hurricane nate made his appearance and brought heavy rains and winds and knocked out power. The owners made it clear to us that they were available to us at any time. We would definitely recommend this cabin. The craftsmanship inside the cabin was so nice, it felt like the outdoors were brought inside. We can't think of any negative with this property, perfect for 2, 3 people at the max.

We loved our time here; the cabin is cozy and beautifully decorated, obviously done with care. Listening to the sound of the stream down the hill while rocking in the chairs on the front porch, in the middle of the forest was heaven to us.

(Be sure to stop in at Thunder Mountain General store and ask Ken for some tips on the best local spots to sightsee!)

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay!