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Barefoot Lodge at Dix Creek

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Amenities
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Location
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Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 62715 sq ft

Popular amenities

Dryer
Parking available
Washer
Fireplace
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Leicester, NC

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Barefoot Lodge at Dix Creek

Come and relax in a private space nestled in rolling hills, yet only 15 minutes from the many experiences downtown Asheville has to offer. This spot is great for couples, families, or friends looking to enjoy time together. Whether you're wanting to break away from city life, explore the outdoors, check out Asheville's food scene, or just gather with others, this cabin fits the bill. Get cozy under a blanket by the fireplace, enjoy some friendly competition in the game room, or roast some s'mores in the outdoor fire pit. Whatever it is you're looking forward to most, we'd like the chance to host your Asheville adventure.

Walk up to the large front porch and enter to the main level which features a fully equipped kitchen, dining table, living room, wood burning fireplace, full bathroom, and large laundry/mudroom. Walk upstairs to the three bedrooms and second full bathroom, or head downstairs to the basement with game tables, additional seating and second fireplace. Walk out of the kitchen to the back porch with a smaller fenced in area for your pups. Large grill offers convenient outdoor cooking. Patio and fire pit situated near creek.

*Please note that after hurricane Helene, the cabin has undergone some renovations and upgrades that haven't yet been reflected in photos. These include new roof, new basement floor, new basement furniture, shuffleboard table has been replaced with foosball table.

Property manager

Carly Barefoot

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

We can provide a pack n play if needed.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Dogs only, max of two (2) dogs per booking.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property is non-smoking

No Fireworks.

No campers or mobile homes on property.

No fires on property outside of designated areas (fireplaces, fire pit).

Important information

You need to know

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

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

Leicester

Located in Leicester, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Shoppers can check out Asheville Outlets, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Biltmore Estate and Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at The Orange Peel, or consider Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville for a night out. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Leicester, NC

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬6 min drive
‪Cracker Barrel - ‬16 min drive
‪The Madness - ‬15 min drive
‪Applebee's Grill + Bar - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Barefoot Lodge at Dix Creek pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Barefoot Lodge at Dix Creek?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Barefoot Lodge at Dix Creek?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Barefoot Lodge at Dix Creek located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly cabin is within 9 mi (15 km) of Leicester Branch Library, Asheville Pinball Museum and Colburn Earth Science Museum. Pack Place Education Arts and Science Center and Downtown Market Asheville are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Heather W.

4 Jan, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice cabin

Family trip for Christmas

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dena K.

6 Jan, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful cabin

Adorable cabin, fun game room!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon A.

8 Jan, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just perfect!

The cabin was beautiful and we felt like the owner took care of everything up to the smallest of details! Was amazing for everyone including our pups, thank you!

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

12 Aug, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Cabin

This cabin is a gem. Quiet area with plenty of open space but close to Asheville activities. Cabin is well furnished and lots of fun in game room. Owner is very responsive to messages. Will definitely come back.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Suzanne G.

19 Apr, 2016

Charming property!

We had a wonderful time at the log cabin---what a beautiful setting and relaxing atmosphere. It was the perfect combination of rustic and comfort. We enjoyed playing pool, sitting on the front porch while it rained, and sitting around the fire pit and soaking in all the nature around us. Thanks for a great vacation stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2016

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

30 Oct, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Everything you could want

Our 3-day stay was exceptional. The cabin was comfortable and rustic but with everything you could possibly want or need. The host was very responsive and answered all questions quickly and accurately. The pictures of the cabin and grounds are accurate. Would definitely stay there again. It’s a wonderful experience.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan C.

8 Jul, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thank you

It was great

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James M.

17 Jun, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Asheville Getaway

This is a wonderful property that is close to Asheville (convenience) yet has the privacy (mostly) of being in the country. The roads do have a lot of traffic, though. The house has everything you’ll need. Great layout and very spacious for a couple (almost too much room!) or a family. The game room was a nice surprise but we spent the majority of our time on the front porch after a day of hiking.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

William C.

1 Sept, 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great experience.

My wife wanted a cooler weather getaway from Hilton Head, South Carolina. She and I were very pleased. The only constructive comment she had was the game room downstairs was nice, although not really finished. We never used it. We are looking at the Mountain View property for next year.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Marie W.

2 Dec, 2015

Fantastic!

The home is exactly as described. It it super clean and nicely decorated. When we arrived the owners had a bottle of wine, coffee, hot chocolate etc waiting for us which made us feel very welcome. The owners kept in touch and provided us with very clear instructions. They also quickly responded when we had a questions. The bedrooms were nice and the beds were very comfortable. The linens and towels were also very nice as were the bathrooms which were also very clean. The owners left us plenty of firewood - the fires were so relaxing. My daughter really enjoyed the basement with game tables. The environment was very conducive to family time. She even put her phone down and requested to play board games with us. She has not done that in years. She also had a great time making smores by the fire pit. Good to see a teen enjoy something besides electronic devices. Her favorite thing though was the visit by the small donkey and cow next door. That was a lot of fun! The house was also very close to Asheville and Biltmore. We were able to easily get to Biltmore and the Grove Park Inn. Asheville is a beautiful city and is perfect for a 3-4 day long weekend. This house was perfect and the hosts were wonderful! We highly recommend this home to anyone visiting Asheville. We are grateful that they shared their home on this site so that we could have such a great time. Why rent a hotel room when you can stay in a home like this? Thanks to the owners!

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2015

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

15 Mar, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spring break

Nice property. Fire pit and game room were great for a family with teens

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa G.

26 Oct, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this beautiful cabin along the creek. The home was everything we expected and then some. Thank you!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anne W., Vienna, VA USA

6 Nov, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Asheville

We had a wonderful time on a trip to Asheville. The house was so warm and comfortable, it was hard to leave. We really enjoyed the front porch and game room. I will definitely stay there again on my next trip to Asheville.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

5 Sept, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Asheville -Country feel!

The property was beautiful, a large well groomed hilly lot with a small stream, water wheel, fire pit and well lit at night, great ambiance. Overall a very nice accommodation for 6 adults, 2 small dogs. There were 2 full baths, a half bath would have been nice but not mandatory and a roomy front porch with rocking chairs. This house was a log cabin style which we really liked. There was a large downstairs game room which would be great for kids as well as adults. The house was well stocked and overall we had a wonderful time. Two recommendations to take it from great to fantastic would be toppers on the queen beds for more comfort and better lighting downstairs in the living/great room. Due to all of the interior wood and mature trees around the house, it was quite dark even in the daytime. Two or three standup lamps in that room with 3 way bulbs would really help. Otherwise highly recommend this property, it is only 15 minutes from downtown Asheville which made it so convenient for the wedding events we attended.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

23 Jun, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Week!

Fantastic cabin in a great location! Very well stocked and organized, resulting in a low stress and enjoyable stay. We had absolutely everything we needed. Thank you!!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

18 Jun, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Leicester Retreat

This property was perfect for our family of four and our pup Sadie. Great location close to everything Asheville had to offer. The cabin was spacious, the downstairs game room was utilized often as was the very large front porch. The cabin came with everything you could possibly want and worked out perfectly as our base to explore the region. Communication was quick and easy, check-in and out was smooth. Our only negative was the neighbors dogs barking late at night but that was a minor inconvenience. Would definitely stay here again next time we visit the area.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M., New York

23 Apr, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Asheville Vibes

New York and Florida family met in the middle at this great cabin! Sweet treats were left for us including a milk bone for the pup! Evenings spent in the great game room and taking the magical fairy lit path to the fire pit. Great main level space to cook, dine, and enjoy the fire and a movie. Wonderful memories made.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ari G.

26 Mar, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick Spring Break

We spent 3 nights with two of our teenagers and had a great time. The house is as shown in the pictures and Carly was very responsive. Easy to get to downtown Asheville and surrounding area.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley L.

24 Mar, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient location and lovely property

Carly was a great host. The kids loved running around on the property and sitting by the fire. The rooms were very comfortable. She provided everything you could need, which was helpful with kids.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

michael m.

2 Jan, 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cabin

Nice big place relatively close to everything in Asheville. Super clean and comfortable. Had a great time!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paula B.

15 Nov, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

enjoyable well appointed cabin

Grandkids enjoyed the yard and cows across the street. Owners offer many things to do. Relaxing trip and close to ingles and asheville

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Becky L.

28 Oct, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding weekend

The house was perfect for my family for a wedding weekend. Very clean, comfortable beds, stocked kitchen. Easy checkin, responsive communication. Pet friendly is always appreciated. Thank you.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

20 Oct, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place for families and dogs!

We had an amazing stay! Where do I start. First, the cabin was perfect for our needs and very cozy. There was plenty of room for our family of 5 and our lab - big comfy chairs and couches in the living room with plenty of throw blankets, the King bed in the master was very comfortable and the air conditioning worked great, and there were fans in the living room and master bedroom which I appreciated because I love fans. Second, there was lots to do for the kids (a teenager and two toddlers). The game room was a huge hit for all of us (ping pong, shuffle board and a pool table with two couches, a fireplace and a tv), there was also corn hole and horse shoe for outside, tons of board games, streaming options on the tv (Disney, Netflix, etc), and more. And I personally appreciated the little things they provided for a family with kids and pets: stepping stool for the bathroom so the kids could reach the sink, toddler plates, nightlights and child proof door locks on the kids bedrooms, All Free laundry detergent, dog bowls, a doggie bed, poop bags for the dog, etc. The less a mom has to pack in the car, the better! And there was a mud room so we could keep our muddy hiking stuff in there without tracking dirt in the cabin. The outside area with the fire pit and water feature was beautiful and serene, and the front porch was a great place to sit and enjoy the crisp mountain air. The location was very convenient to Asheville (15 minutes). It is very private and a quiet, rural area in general, but you can hear cars go by at times and the neighbors occasionally. We had a great time and definitely plan to stay here again in the future!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

John A.

11 Oct, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very good mountain retreat.

Very comfortable rustic log cabin and as described in the listing. The house was very well stocked with everything we could possibly have needed. We were two couples each with a dog. The porch and surrounding grounds were enjoyable for us and for them. Very dog friendly. We enjoyed our stay.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jacob W.

5 Oct, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place for family to come together.

The property had a lot of charm. There are all sorts of activities that you can do with your family on location as well as you can get anywhere in town in under 20 minutes.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Carly Barefoot

This cabin was purchased by family with the intention of creating a place to gather and make new memories. With such a beautiful house in an ideal location, we know others will also enjoy the cabin experience that we so dearly love.

Why they chose this property

This cabin features sought-after qualities that most people look for when traveling to the Asheville area. The property is large enough and landscaped to provide privacy and visual appeal, yet remains close to conveniences. Inside, the cabin immediately feels warm and welcoming. It has a very cozy appeal, yet provides enough space for everyone to spread out. This cabin is very family friendly, to include dogs, which was a key aspect for us. We hope guests enjoy this place as much as we have.

What makes this property unique

Our cabin is situated in a location where you can escape the tourism of Asheville, yet remain a short driving distance to conveniences and all the activities you might enjoy on your trip.

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