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Shamrock House:Historic Log Cabin, Servant's Quarters, Cottage with trout stream

Holiday home in Sunset with kitchen and balcony

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9.4 out of 10
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8 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 213500 sq ft

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Sunset, SC
  • Place, Table Rock State Park
  • Place, Lake Jocassee
  • Place, Devils Fork State Park
    ‪38 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪66 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 21)

5 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 5

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Shamrock House:Historic Log Cabin, Servant's Quarters, Cottage with trout stream

Please watch the video! It's a beautiful introduction to this property! Link for video https://youtu.be/V8db_WzCen4
Minimum number of nights for rental is seasonal with summer and holidays being peak. Select calendar dates for requirements.
The creek that borders the property is approx. 10-15ft across, constantly flowing, good for fishing, wading, or just cooling off!)
The cabin is part of the South Carolina Heritage Corridor!

Former family compound built circa 1925 consisting of 3 cabins:
Standard Booking - Includes The Shamrock House (main cabin), Bunk House, & Trout House - Sleeps up to 24 (2 additional if using mattresses provided under beds in Bunk House and Trout House)
Standard Pricing as shown on VRBO is for ALL 3 cabins! Contact me for questions on sleeping arrangements for your group.
Peek season rentals during the summer, fall, and holidays are typically 1 week in duration.

Main Cabin - Sleeps 6 adults comfortably (1 additional child could sleep in loft area)
The Bunk House - Sleeps 7
The Trout Stream House - sleeps up to 10

The property has an interesting history. We believe it was the first home in the area to have electricity (powered by a water-wheel at the back of the property, some remnants of that structure remain). The home was used as a place for travelers passing thru the area to stop and get a good night's rest. Of course, every old home has a ghost story. The weeping sound of Nancy the Ghost is claimed to be heard on occasion, we can’t confirm or deny her presence...but we are pretty sure Nancy is a friendly gal and her "weeping" is just the sounds of the old house creaking.
We can confirm that former US President LBJ was a guest. He liked it and we believe you will as well. For details, contact Scott.

Location: Yes...it is in the mountains, not rolling foothills. Ceasar's Head and Table Rock are just a few miles down the road from The Shamrock House, as well as many, many waterfalls, hiking, biking, tubing, whitewater rafting...you name it!
For recreation on the property, we have a basketball goal, a game of horseshoes, and several open meadows where the kids can play whatever sport they enjoy (just bring your gear)...or just relax in a hammock!

The property is located in the Rocky Bottom area of Sunset, Upcountry, South Carolina, approximately halfway between Pickens, South Carolina and Brevard, North Carolina on Highway 178 (an easy 30 minute drive to Brevard). The cabin is approximately seven miles north of Highway 11, the Cherokee Foothills Scenic Highway.

Drive time from Atlanta or Charlotte ~ 2.5 hrs
from Asheville ~ 1 hr

Special Features: Equipped kitchens, outdoor (park style) grills, basketball goal, horseshoe pits, picnic tables, smart TV & Wifi in main cabin, trout stream, wildlife (beavers, turkey, deer, bear and other critters).

Dates Available: Year round.

Disclaimer: This property is "in the sticks." Although there are convenience stores a short drive down the road, and small towns within a 20-25 minute drive, please be aware that this area is remote. The main cabin is almost 100 yrs old and all 3 cabins are rustic. We work hard to keep everything dust-free and clean, but the nature of the property (and mother nature around the property) can change things overnight. Be advised, the Shamrock house is NOT disability friendly, some of the outdoor steps around the property are natural stone and if you have mobility issues this property may not be a good fit.

Keywords: Log Cabin /Bunk house / Trout stream house / mountains / hiking / fishing / lakes
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Owner must be notified at booking. Fees apply.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Limit 2, less than 50 lbs each
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No swimming is allowed in the pond

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Owner must be notified at booking. Fees apply.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Sunset

Located in Sunset, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Keowee and Lake Jocassee. Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute and Ultimate Action Sports are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sunset, SC

What's nearby

  • Brevard College - 36 min drive - 38.1 km
  • Gorges State Park - 37 min drive - 27.0 km
  • Connestee Falls Golf Club - 37 min drive - 30.2 km
  • Connestee Falls Park - 38 min drive - 30.5 km
  • Devils Fork State Park - 38 min drive - 27.6 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dining Hall - ‬28 min drive
  • ‪Holly Springs Country Store - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪the powell's - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Riverbend Lodge Restaurant & Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Matheson Wine Compound - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Shamrock House:Historic Log Cabin, Servant's Quarters, Cottage with trout stream pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Shamrock House:Historic Log Cabin, Servant's Quarters, Cottage with trout stream?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Shamrock House:Historic Log Cabin, Servant's Quarters, Cottage with trout stream?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Shamrock House:Historic Log Cabin, Servant's Quarters, Cottage with trout stream located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Eastatoe Creek Heritage Preserve and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Nantahala National Forest. Headwaters State Forest and Laurel Fork Heritage Preserve are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Scott Zwiers

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My wife and I are the proud parents of the most precious gift from God, our son Nolan. We love to travel when our schedules allow. Sharon is a dental hygienist and I work as an engineer. We both grew up in Augusta, GA and love the outdoors!

Why they chose this property

My life-long dream has always been to own a cabin in the mountains. I literally searched for years, and never could find a place that "checked all of the boxes"...until I found The Shamrock House. We fell in love with the charm and history of the property, and look forward to creating memories at this wonderful place. We are forever indebted to the previous owner, who renovated the buildings and grounds to bring the property back to its former glory, and now you have an opportunity to enjoy the results.

What makes this property unique

It is truly unique. The grounds cover 10 acres bordered by Rocky Bottom Creek and the Jocassee Gorges Heritage Preserve. There are extensive stone walls and walks laid down in the 1920's and many specimen sized trees. Many different wild flowers can be seen throughout out the growing season including rare Oconee Bells and Trillium's. The main cabin is constructed of cedar logs with American Chestnut paneling and floors. The extra large porch of the main cabin has hand made tables, chairs and swings by local artisan Bob McCall. The Trout Stream House has great views of the Bear Meadow and Rocky Bottom Creek. Locals tell tales of Nancy the Ghost who makes herself known from time to time in the main cabin (seems to be only when the adults have had a drink or two!). Maybe yes, maybe no. And, President Lyndon Johnson liked the place well enough to spend some time at The Shamrock House himself. The location is such that one can be on the Foothills Trail in less than five minutes and at Lake Keowee or Jocassee in 30 minutes, and also Brevard or Pickens in about the same time.

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