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Cabin in a Wooded Private Paradise - 7 Miles From Downtown Asheville! HOT TUB!

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Outdoor spa tub
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Exterior
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4121 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Hot tub
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

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Leicester, NC
  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • University of North Carolina at Asheville
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Biltmore Estate
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪26 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cabin in a Wooded Private Paradise - 7 Miles From Downtown Asheville! HOT TUB!

2 BR 1.5 BA Sleeps Maximum of 4 adults/children

This secluded getaway rests within a private 55-acre natural sanctuary graced with peaceful and relaxing hiking trails throughout. At the end of a half a mile gravel driveway, you'll have your own forest adventure just outside the the door. Yet only 15 minutes from the vibrant culinary, music, and arts experience in downtown Asheville to just 10 minutes from the funky West Asheville scene and 20 minutes to never-ending Pisgah Forest, it's the best of all worlds.

Inside your home, you'll find an open, inviting and artsy gathering area. This space includes a cozy living room, kitchen, dining area, and half bath. The well-equipped full kitchen has a refrigerator, range, and dishwasher with plenty of space to prepare food while enjoying an appetizer on the natural bartop. Beyond the dining table, relax on the cozy couch or chairs by the stand alone gas fireplace and view the never-ending wilderness out the windows...or turn on the TV and enjoy Netflix on the Roku (other apps installed but may require your own cable login) before turning in for the evening. Enjoy wifi throughout the house as well.

Downstairs there are two spacious bedrooms each furnished with a queen bed, independent heating/cooling systems, and full closets with plenty of additional storage. A large bath consisting of a marble double vanity and overhead shower with pebble stone floor will ease your day's adventures. Along with a washer and dryer on the same level, there is a second living area with laid back chairs and lots of books and games. This area is a great hangout spot for kids in the evening.

Venturing outside, there is a relaxing and open patio with the forest beyond. It's the perfect place for a grilled evening dinner on the gas grill or morning coffee under the unique Mangolia tree. Make sure you use the stone fire pit for evening stories and, of course, don't forget the smores...just keep an ear out for the whippoorwills and local owl.

As you continue outside, it's good to know that this property has been known as 'Shinn Gardens'. For years it was a top location for the Asheville Botanical Gardens to lead a semi-annual tour of the vast expanse of local plants and flowers only found in the Western North Carolina region, one of the largest collections in the state. The Shinns had spent over 30 years collecting and relocating local fauna to be put in it's natural habitat and create a sanctuary of local plants. Beyond these several short loops flooded with rare and native plants there are miles of traverses with an excellent camping spot at the top of the mountain...all within the private seclude of the property.

But we also know you are here for Asheville, so go enjoy. Biltmore Estate, Blue Ridge Parkway, Downtown Asheville, beautiful Pisgah Forest...all is within 15-20 minutes of here. And if on your way home you're not ready to settle in, check out Noble Cider off Leicester Highway. Only two miles from the house and on the way home, it boasts the best cider brewery Asheville has to offer.

If you're looking for privacy, nature and quiet solitude but still want to be minutes from a thriving downtown like none other, this is the place for you.

2024- new 4 person hot tub!

3 night minimum required during graduation and holiday weekends (Labor day, Memorial day, Independence day, Thanksgiving, Easter, Christmas, December and May UNCA graduations).

During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be close to Leicester Branch Library. You'll find features such as 1 hot tub. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the holiday home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 1.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • 13 minutes by car from Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville and 13 minutes from The Orange Peel
Cabin in a Wooded Private Paradise - 7 Miles From Downtown Asheville! HOT TUB! offers its guests a hot tub, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Anne Black

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,300 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: pets not allowed on furniture

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: baby gate can be found in half bath

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
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 deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Gorgeous Home Wooded Private Paradise 7 Miles Downtown Asheville
Gorgeous Home Wooded Private Paradise 7 Miles Downtown Asheville

Cabin in a Wooded Private Paradise - 7 Miles From Downtown Asheville! HOT TUB! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 94 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 94 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 94 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 94 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 94 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rosa K., Spokane WA

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring visit
We were looking for a place close to our friends in Asheville that would give us our own quiet space to unwind and rest after a long day of exploring and hiking. The bedrooms were comfortable. The kitchen had everything we needed. Waking up early and walking the trails was a highlight for me. The woods and the view are beautiful. We were close to the mountains and everything Asheville has to offer. My kids appreciated the board games Thank you for the great stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire H., Findlay

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely little house!
This house was so comfy, cute and well-equipped. We had everything we needed. The property is something special. The trails are beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam f.

Liked: Cleanliness
House in the woods.
Very nice house back in the trees. Everything we needed was close by. We had a good time.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hans W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Little house
We had a wonderful stay in the Little House. It had everything we needed, and enjoyed our stay. Thank you very much!
Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location and Great Cabin
Really enjoyed our stay - the cabin was cute and clean - short drive to downtown Asheville.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed
We had a couple hiccups, but Anne was very responsive and helpful. It was a great getaway weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sharon E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Asheville hideaway
Cozy and comfortable. Nestled in the woods but only 15 minutes from downtown Asheville. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming home, surrounded by nature, close to town and close to surroundings activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sweet Spot
Little House in the Big Woods was a perfect place for my daughter and me for a weekend getaway to Asheville. It was convenient to town, yet far enough away for us to be able to enjoy the slower pace of the woods.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bobby A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfection!
Everything about the listing came true when we walked on the door!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Will stay again!
The property was great. One of the nicest VRBO homes we have stayed in. It was cute, quirky, & very clean. We love the location on a wooded lot. The home had everything we needed for our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Justin B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
Cozy little cabin in the woods. Very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

NICOLE L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
The cabin was perfect! The trail around the property was a great was to start the day. We would definitely here stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Place to Stay!
We loved our stay at the cabin and it was a perfect jumping off point to explore Asheville and the surrounding area. Clean with all the comforts of home and very welcoming. Surrounded by beautiful trees and lots of birds!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Phillip B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved this house!
We loved the house and woods around the house. The house had everything we needed and more. Enjoyed our stay immensely!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenny V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome little house in the woods
The house was clean and beautifully decorated. The kitchen was well equipped with everything that we needed. Anne was easy to reach.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay
Absolutely wonderful stay. The house was deeply clean, and everything about it was such high quality and well done. Gorgeous place, comfortable stay, and beautiful location. If you want be out in the woods and about 15-20 minutes from anything in Asheville, this place is perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little hideaway
We loved it! My family and I have stayed at many places in the mountains with all sorts of features and things to do. This neat little place was decorated so well with a lot of color. It's a great place for a small family. Very cozy and private, but spacious and clean. It snowed about 10" or so while we there and we were worried about getting back home but Anne was very helpful with our situation. We had a blast in the snow which is what we came for, but it truly was one of the more special trips we've taken. The cabin was a great place for us and I would recommend it to anybody.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michele C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Always want to stay here!
A perfect location for what we wanted, somewhere that is an easy and short drive to downtown but still a total private and cozy escape surrounded by trails. Everything about this place is comfort and character. Anne gave so many great travel ideas to us as well. This was a 10 out of 10 and we hope to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin and location
Beautiful quiet place
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tracy C., Florida

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Hideaway in the Woods
We absolutely loved our stay at this little hideaway in the woods! The cabin itself was immaculately clean, well stocked and beautifully decorated. Our host Anne was very responsive when we called her upon check in with a few questions. There were suggestions for local restaurants and markets and a map of hiking trails provided in our paperwork upon arrival. If you are looking for a more private space to stay, this is definitely it. Although there are neighboring houses along the gravel road, you do not really see them. You are only 5 minutes away from grocery stores, restaurants etc, but you are VERY much in the woods when you are at home. We had the opportunity to take a couple of hikes along the trails, we spent time watching the bunnies hop around the flower field up the way from the cabin and we had some wonderful campfires at night. We did have the opportunity to see rabbits, deer and we got lucky enough to have a black bear pass right by our patio one morning while we were having coffee. Thank you Anne for your hospitality, and the use of your beautiful little cabin in the big woods for our family get away this year. We made some wonderful memories at your place. We will definitely be back! Tracy & David Cohen
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deborah L., Baltimore/USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Little house in the big woods
Lovely cabin nestled in the woods. Private, but close to everything . Well appointed with everything you need. Highly recommend .
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
Our experience was excellent. Anne has thought of everything. The setting in the woods, but close to groceries, etc. was the best of both worlds.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Krystina M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
This was a great place to stay! Convenient to just about everything but still isolated and quiet. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect secluded, comfortable getaway
Great stay! House was very clean and comfortable. It was like we were staying at a friends house who was gone for the week. My husband wanted a cabin in the woods and I wanted a place with comfortable beds, hot showers, and Netflix for my kids. With this place we got it all. About a 20 minute drive from Asheville but wasn’t a problem for us. We heard owls and coyotes at night. Great hiking trail and we enjoyed petting the neighbors horses.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021