Step back in time and get in touch with nature💚<br>Holyfield Cabin and Bunkhouse

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Dates

January 2025

February 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 646 sq m

Popular amenities

Breakfast included

Parking available

Pet-friendly

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Flag Pond, TN

Appalachian Trail Sams Gap Trailhead
4 min drive
Lamar Alexander Rocky Fork State Park
8 min drive
Sams Gap
12 min drive

Room options

About this property

Entire place

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

Sitting above Sams Creek in the Appalachian mountains, we offer a rustic, wormy chestnut over 100 year old, updated cabin ( 548 sq. ft. ) with a screen front porch & covered and open side deck with outdoor wood burning fireplace ( we provide a reasonable amount of firewood and have more for purchase ), propane grill, living/queen bedroom, kitchen & full bathroom with standing shower. Steps away is a bunkhouse with queen bed, bunk beds with stairs, 2 chairs and full bathroom with standing shower. The cabin and bunkhouse are heated and will sleep 1-6 total. We have cards, Uno, checkers, Monopoly, poker chips, the Ring game, cornhole, and have a badminton/croquet court ! Bring your fishin’ pole - we have native brown and rainbow trout right here in Sams Creek - no license required on our private property. It’s like having your own personal park. We now have FIBER INTERNET for your work or school needs. We have a DVR with a 31” tv screen and a nice selection of family movies. We have a Fire stick. Our tap water is from a well that is almost 700’ deep in the aquaphor - pure and clean !
We are centrally located between Asheville NC & Johnson City, Tn. - 30-35 minute drive to either city which are known for their exceptional restaurants, taprooms, arts, and music. We are only 15 minutes from skiing/tubing at Hatley Pointe Ski Resort and Zip N Slip, only 4 miles from Tennessee’s newest wilderness park - Lamar Alexander Rocky Fork State Park, and 3 miles from the Sams Gap crossing of the Appalachian Trail. White-water raft on the world-famous Nolichucky River which is rated in the top 10 rafting trips IN THE WORLD - only 20 minutes from us. Call USA Raft, Blue Ridge Paddling or Wahoo’s Adventures in Erwin,Tn. to make your reservation. Zipline with Navitat in Barnardsville, NC just 30 minutes away. Lots to do and see in East Tennessee or just stay here, never leave and soak it all in... It’s HEAVEN to us ! We are a National Wildlife Federation Certified Wildlife Habitat💚. We live on our beautiful property, across the creek and in the woods - so, if you need anything at all, just ask/text or come on over... we want our guests to be reassured that this is a very nice and safe area. PLUS, we are dog friendly. We do ask that you inform us on the number and type of dogs (limit of 2) that you are bringing and that you must crate them when you are gone. Sorry, no cats please. You will be held responsible for any damages. We offer fresh towels daily and will remove your trash bags. Last stop for gas or groceries- if you are approaching us from the Asheville area, Mars Hill, NC exit 11 has a very nice Ingles. If you are approaching us from the Johnson City area, Food City in Erwin, exit 37 is your place. Both grocery stores are just off I-26 and less than 20 minutes from us. Local laundromats are in Erwin, Tn and Weaverville, NC ( 20 minutes east or west ) for our longer-staying guests to take care of their personal items. Call or text as you take Flag Pond, exit 50 and we will greet you at the top of our paved driveway. Parking in front of the bunkhouse. Please follow our directions as your GPS may steer you wrong - for example, we are on the Right not the left :) If approaching from I-26W, GPS will tell you to take the Wolf Laurel exit 3 - it is best to drive one more exit into Tennessee to Flag Pond Rd. exit 50, especially after dark. It also might be helpful to view our video provided that will show you the way. Thank you for your interest and we look forward to your stay ! Escape, relax, and explore !

During your stay at this cabin, you'll be close to Sams Gap. You'll find features such as free breakfast. The cabin includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.

Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, 2 bathrooms and fireplace
Free breakfast offered
Free WiFi
On-site recreation includes a playground
31.3 miles (50.4 km) from Hot Springs Resort And Spa and 31.7 miles (51 km) from Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville

Free breakfast is available. Step back in time and get in touch with nature💚
Holyfield Cabin and Bunkhouse also features barbecue grills and a garden.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Flag Pond cabin.

Guests are served a free breakfast.

Property manager

Valda or Chuck Holyfield

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

Close to skiing
Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

Massage

Internet

Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Car required
Parking on site

Kitchen

Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster

Dining

Free breakfast available
Dining table

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

2 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Wood stove

Entertainment

Books
DVD player
DVR
Games
TV
Video library

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio

Laundry

Laundromat nearby

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

Designated smoking areas
Note from host: We allow smoking outdoors only, not inside cabins.

Location highlights

In a rural location
In the mountains
Near a hospital
On a river
On the waterfront

Things to do

Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Kayaking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Spelunking 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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock

General

Garden
Unit size: 500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The host will greet guests on arrival

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

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 pets
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Please “pickup “ after dogs & keep off furniture.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Note from host: Parents are solely responsible for children

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10

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

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

The host will greet guests on arrival. 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.

We should mention

To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Step back in time and get in touch with nature💚<br>Holyfield Cabin and Bunkhouse Reviews

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Ryan H., Little River, SC

22 Jul 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick Relaxing Stop

This is a really nice, relaxing spot on a peaceful, noisy creek with a lot of history! We enjoyed our quick stop here. You couldn't ask for better or more friendly hosts! You could tell they wanted their guests to enjoy their time here. We hope to come back soon! Thank you!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

S B.

27 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

It's wonderful. The owners share the history of the area. It's peaceful. It's close to state parks. It has a great cabin next to the main for children or extra family. We loved it. Top stars.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David S.

21 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

We had an outstanding stay!

We have stayed at several different properties in the area over the past few years, but this was our favorite and we cannot wait to come back again. Valda and Chuck have done an amazing job of creating a beautiful and relaxing retreat by the creek. The cabin we stayed in was well-updated and comfortable while maintaining the charm of this historic dwelling. The cabin had everything we needed for our stay, and they were thoughtful and generous with the amenities to make our time there easier and more comfortable. When we arrived, Valda and Chuck greeted us personally and gave us the tour of the property along with the history there which was fascinating to me and added to our enjoyment of the area. When we were outside, we would often see them around the property and we appreciated them checking in with us to make sure we had everything we needed. We enjoyed spending the evenings on the attached deck with the wood-burning stove while listening to the relaxing sounds of the adjacent creek. We often travel with our two dogs who were also welcomed and had a blast exploring the property. We own some land several miles away, and intend to build and eventually move nearby in the future. Chuck and Valda were happy to talk with us about their experiences building this beautiful homestead and offer advice to us as we embark on a similar endeavor. Their kindness and the beauty of the property were powerful reminders of why we want to eventually relocate to this area.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie G.

15 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Great getaway

If you want to getaway and hear the water to put you to sleep at night this is your place. Quiet, peaceful. Owner's super sweet!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly W.

4 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

A wonderful getaway!

We enjoyed our stay here and getting to meet and talk to the property owners! Valda & Chuck are wonderful hosts and provide great attention to detail! We enjoyed some hikes in the nearby area and evenings on the porch by fire listening to the creek! We will definitely be back!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

20 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay with personable hosts

We really enjoyed our stay! The house was clean and the hosts were so nice and accommodating. We definitely plan on coming back for more outdoor time in the summer!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan R.

31 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Family mountain vacation

We vacation every winter in this general area and pick a new cabin each year to stay at. This cabin exceeded all expectations and will definitely be one we will stay at again. Chuck and Valda are the best host and make you feel right at home! Chuck taught us so much history about the property that we loved learning! The cabin and property are so beautiful, well kept, and the cabin is so warm and cozy! We loved celebrating Christmas at this beautiful cabin and property! Thank you for providing us with such a lovely place to spend our annual winter vacation.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marsha W.

23 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Just Breathe

A perfect place to get away from the daily stress of life! Breathe the fresh air, feel your blood pressure go down as you listen to the gurgling creek, and enjoy warmth and conversation by the outdoor fireplace. Chuck and Valda are excellent hosts who provide everything you need with a generous supply of extra "sweet treats"! Plan your great escape and, "Just Breathe"!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Morgan B.

19 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect cozy getaway!

We traveled from Indiana for the weekend to visit our friends in Johnson City & to see the Bristol night race. Upon arriving, Chuck & Valda gave us a warm welcome and told us all about the beautiful property. I can’t express how much we enjoyed the warm welcome they gave us. The cabin is cozy and pictures do NOT do it justice. The creek running behind the cabin with the windows open while drinking morning coffee was simply the best. There’s a nice state park nearby for hiking as well. It’s a great location and wonderful for guests of all ages. We can’t wait to stay again when we come back next year for the race with the kids!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ramanaresh R.

11 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Weeks escape

Very pleasant stay, overall we are fully enjoyed.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karina M., Independence, KY

4 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing!

We had a lovely stay at Chuck and Valma's place. You can tell a lot of time and thought went into creating this little slice of paradise. Hosts are friendly and helpful, and everything was as described. We especially coffee on the porch while listening to the creek. Would definitely recommend!!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John M.

25 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely stunning views in this area.

Chuck and Valda are amazing. Chuck was very knowledgeable about the area, and you must try Valdas homemade ice cream.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennette C.

8 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Peace and serenity

Cabin with the creek was magical. The sound of the creek allows all of the stress to just melt away. Kids enjoyed staying in their own bunkhouse. Zip line was an excellent addition for the little ones. Rocky fork park was amazing. Kids played in river and enjoyed the hiking trails. A definite must go.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

5 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely cabin near creek

We had a great time staying here. It’s rustic and perfect for a relaxing vacation. Plenty of space on the comfortable patio where you can enjoy the sounds of the creek. Out hosts were very welcoming and stopped by every day to check that we had what we needed. The grounds are beautiful and so is the overall area.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sydnie H.

15 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Getaway

This property is everything you could want and everything you could need. They have thought of everything. When you get there they give you a tour of the place and the rich history. I went to sleep every night listening to the water next to the cabin and woke up to birds chirping in the morning. To say that this is the ideal Tennessee Mountain experience would be an understatement. I cannot say enough about this property!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ha K.

18 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful get-away

Loved the cabin, the location is absolutely stunning and the hosts are just the icing on the cake. Such a sweet couple. We loved visiting and plan on going back on again ^.^

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline W.

5 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing getaway

Loved this place! It's a great choice for staying and relaxing, but also centrally located if you have things to do in Asheville or Johnson City! Chuck and Valda are knowledgeable as to the area and can answer any questions you may have. We look forward to returning in the near future!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather L., Asheville

13 Feb 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Family Getaway

Over a 100 year old cabin with all the charm of days gone by but with all the modern conveniences, a loud beautiful mountain creek, a large screened porch, a flat area to play and separate sleeping quarters for the kids…this could possibly be the best family vacation spot ever! I have never stayed in a vacation rental where I felt like I had everything I had forgotten. Super convenient to Asheville (where we live) but it feels miles away. Valda and Chuck were very gracious hosts. We would definitely visit again!

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Juntira L.

30 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Warm and comforting cabin!

I was thoroughly impressed with every aspect of my stay. The charming cabin itself was spotless and incredibly comfortable, providing the perfect environment for a relaxing getaway. The hosts (Chuck and Valda) were incredibly friendly and hospitable, making us feel right at home from the moment we arrived. We played in the backyard and the gorgeous creek running through it. We also had fun playing with the host's doggie! I highly recommend this rental to anyone looking for a comfortable, clean, and friendly place to stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Zachary S.

16 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Easy and amazing

Absolutely lovely place to stay with amazing hosts. Nestled in the mountains almost in the middle of johnsonville and Ashville this is a perfect, quiet and peaceful location. We will definitely be going back in the warmer weather months

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie H.

30 Dec 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

Simply wonderful hosts and property!!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christopher A.

11 Dec 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

A Thanksgiving to be Thankful

Chuck and Valda are top-notch hosts. The property was awesome and exactly what we were looking for to celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday. As Floridians, we wanted to have an old-fashion, cold weather Thanksgiving. We got the cooler weather and had a fire in the outside fireplace every night (with S'mores). Cozy cabin and bunk house in a beautiful rural location. Amazing property with hiking opportunities, which we took full advantage. Chuck and Valda have so much enthusiasm for the century-old property. They tell the history of the property with such passion. They have invested so much energy and time in renovating this cabin. We enjoyed visiting Johnson City and Asheville, hiking in the Lamar Alexander Rocky Fork State Park and ziplining at the Navitat Canopy Adventures. Lastly, the boys became proficient at the "Ring Game". What a great experience. Thank you, Chuck and Valda.

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas D.

11 Dec 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

Beautiful place, super nice owners. We had a lovely time and thoroughly enjoyed talking to Mrs. Vada & Mr. Chuck.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly K.

3 Dec 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely adorable cabin

We stayed here for our 25th anniversary trip! Adorable cabin, just the right amount of space for the two of us. Away from the hustle and bustle but within 30 minutes of Asheville, Mars Hill is a great little town to eat in highly recommend stackhouse for a great gourmet burger and fries! Would definitely stay here again!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine H.

14 Nov 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Stay at Holyfield Cabin and Bunkhouse!

My family and I had an incredible stay at the Holyfield cabin and bunkhouse! Valda was very welcoming and told us about the property's history, which we enjoyed! The cabin and bunkhouse were both clean, and cozy and had everything we needed for our stay. The area is beautiful, peaceful and we loved hearing the creak behind the cabin. We will happyily stay here again! Valda and Chuck are wonderful hosts, they make you feel like family.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022