Peaceful creekside hideaway for the truly adventurous. Brown Mountain Lodge delivers on seclusion. Falling asleep to the sound of the creek was the highlight of our stay, and the setting is beautiful. Just know what you're signing up for.The only unwelcome soundtrack was daylong ATV traffic on the main road, which kept our dogs on high alert for our entire stay. Pet owners, plan accordingly.Getting there is half the adventure. Expect more than 45 minutes on one-lane gravel roads with no lights between the house and civilization. One misjudged curve and you're starring in your own remake of "Thelma & Louise." Four-wheel drive is a must. Truck drivers, brush up on your reverse: there's no room to turn around at the top of the driveway, so you'll back down about 150 feet before you can turn around. The "Jocko" lawn jockey greeting you at the entrance likely won't be for all guests either. Think "Gone with the Wind."Bring every grocery item you'll need for your stay. There are no large grocery stores anywhere nearby, and a forgotten carton of eggs is not worth that drive.The creek is easy to hear but hard to see, since the greenery out front has grown in and hides the water from the house. The listing photos also seem out of date. The porch swing pictured on the deck is now a leather sofa, and the furniture inside doesn't match what's shown.The house itself is cute, with enough renovations over the years that guessing its original layout becomes a fun puzzle.