Private Mountain Retreat near Hot Springs & Appalachian Trail

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Dates

January 2025

February 2025

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Barbecue grill

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Dryer

Explore the area

MARSHALL, NC

Pisgah National Forest
23 min drive
Hot Springs Resort And Spa
29 min drive
Hatley Pointe Ski Resort
69 min drive

Room options

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Pro Tip: you can watch the moon rise over the mountains perfectly from here

Hot tub

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

23 Jan - 24 Jan

Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

for 1 night

includes taxes & fees

23 Jan - 24 Jan

About this property

Entire place

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

Unplug from the demands of daily life, reconnect with what you love, and find solace amid the natural beauty that surrounds us.

Our intimate cabin beckons those in need of rest and rejuvenation, nestled in a serene, rural area of western North Carolina. Only 30 mins. from Hot Springs and a mere 50 mins. from the creative city of Asheville, this haven is perfect for personal retreats, intimate getaways, and cherished moments with the kids. Pets are warmly welcomed. www.goodmorningappalachia.com

The Space:
This mountain retreat space is ideal for those who want to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The cabin is old but has been updated with modern appliances and creature comforts, including a Sunlighten Infrared Sauna.

One bedroom is equipped with a queen size bed, while the second bedroom has 2 twins You can hear the sound of the rushing creek from both bedrooms.

The kitchen is fully equipped for cooking and baking. There is an oven, microwave, coffee maker and a mid-size refrigerator. There is no dishwasher. Consumables such as condiments or snacks may be left behind by previous guests if they are not empty. We try our very best to ensure that it is not expired or stale. Although, it is up to our guests' discretion and inspection to consume these items if they wish. We do not take responsibility for consumables.

We have a growing collection of board games, puzzles and books for you to enjoy.

The cabin has high speed fiber-optic internet, so you can still getaway and remain connected. The TV is set up with Netflix, Hulu and Disney Plus. You can also access Youtube from it.

Enjoy time outdoors by the relaxing near the babbling brook, sunbathing near the pond, roasting marshmallows by the fire pit or meandering the trails along the property. The plant life is extremely diverse and you will most likely see deer and other woodland creatures.

The cabin is close to hiking, skiing, rafting, fishing, The Appalachian Trail and more outdoor activities. Enjoy a scenic 25 - 30 minute drive to the Laurel River Store for the nearest coffee, or for dinner in downtown Hot Springs. If you are willing to take a drive there are many things to do! It's an easy, peaceful drive with low traffic to the city of Asheville, NC. (about 50 minutes)

Guest Access:
While you are our guest the entire cabin and it's contents are yours to use. There is heat and air; however, if you want to use the wood stove to make the place extra cozy there will be wood to burn. We do ask that if you need a little lesson on how to use the wood stove, please don't hesitate to ask - a few tips can go a long way. There are a few maintained trails around the property for you to roam the woods and a small waterfall near the pond at the back of the property.

Other things to note:
Lots of flora and fauna so if you don't like bugs this may not be the place for you.

It is very important to note that there is very limited cell phone once you turn off the main roads. Please have directions printed.

Also, VERY IMPORTANT: You will need a car to get to this location and get around the area. The nearest full grocery store is 30 minutes away.

During your stay at this cabin, you'll be close to Barnard Park. A kitchen and a patio are available in the cabin.

Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, washing machine and patio
On-site recreation includes a sauna
7.2 miles (11.6 km) from Pisgah National Forest and 11 miles (17.7 km) from French Broad River

Private Mountain Retreat near Hot Springs & Appalachian Trail offers its guests a sauna, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Marshall cabin.

Property manager

Joshua Niven

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

Sauna

Internet

Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transport

Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

1 bathroom
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Living room
Wood stove

Entertainment

Books
Smart TV

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio

Laundry

Washing machine

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly
2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

Designated smoking areas
Note from host: Please keep smoking outside.

Location highlights

In a rural location
In the mountains

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

General

Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are welcome
Maximum 2 pets
Restrictions apply
For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

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 are allowed on site

Note from host: confirm with po first

Long-term renters welcome

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 and a first aid kit

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.

We should mention

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

Private Mountain Retreat near Hot Springs & Appalachian Trail Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10 Excellent

Annette C., Tennessee

2 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect!!

We enjoyed the cabin and property!! The cabin was very clean and had everything we needed for our stay!! The hosts were very nice and communicated with us for everything we needed!! The property is very pet friendly, amd our hound Allie loved her stay too!! The property was great!! Lot's of trails for hiking and the pond was super cute!! We had a very peaceful stay and even got to see lots of wildlife!! We will definitely be returning both with family and for ourselves!!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Travelled with family

16 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Quiet clean comfortable amazing views

10/10 Excellent

Lucas M.

24 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

11 out of 10 stars

Can’t say enough good things about this property. If you want privacy, it’s got it. If you want a pond, it’s got it. If you want a babbling brook and waterfall, it’s got it. The only thing it doesn’t have is good cell service (but it does have good wi-if) but in my opinion that’s a good thing if your looking for a private retreat. Definitely recommend. Oh yeah, the house is perfect as well…..plus they provide hammocks.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Laurie M.

14 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet

Peaceful. Very secluded just what we needed.

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Ralf M.

9 Jan 2023

Liked: Cleanliness

Winter 2022

Had a great time with the family and dog walking around relax. Nice property and well located for hiking in the middle of the forest.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jaime C.

5 Dec 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful retreat

This was a lovely cottage in the mountains, so peaceful. Our dogs loved roaming the property, and our kids loved playing with the ice that had started to form on the pond. The cabin was well equipped with all the essentials as well as comfortable bedding and beautiful views of the mountains. The hosts were beyond exceptional! The communication was on point, and the welcoming basket was an unexpected surprise. I would say the only downside is the travel to get there is on a very windy road that made some of my family a bit carsick, but once we arrived - heaven!

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

3 Nov 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

The winding mountain road in the dark was an experience, and definitely worth it when we woke up.

The cabin was comfortable and had everything that we needed. My granddaughter loved the outdoors and playing in the yard. We enjoyed our short stay!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

28 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing getaway

Great hosts. We saw lots of deer in woods and leaves were beautiful.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen M.

25 Oct 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Interesting and Quiet

Very quiet and secluded. I did meet a couple of interesting neighbors! Beautiful scenery, and challenging hairpin turns to drive! Ahhh North Carolina Mountains.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Trisha L.

2 Oct 2021

Secluded

The house as a whole was a good experience! Definitely secluded which is what we wanted. It was a great place for our pups to run free and enjoy the outdoors. With that being said the grass was very high in all location's so made it difficult to walk and not get tangled up. The inside of cabin was cute. No closets so keep that in mind if you need to have anything hanging. We had a wedding and had no place to hang oue attire. When the description states there are bugs, do not take that lightly. There ARE bugs. All shapes and forms, and sizes. Spiders, ants, fruit flies, wasps, etc. All indoors. Being in woods that's to be expected but the fruit flies were not fun to deal with esp when preparing our foods. Having washer and dryer was convenient BUT there was a good deal of mold in bathroom and laundry area, visually(ceiling) and odor. It was overpowering in some instances. Communication with the host was great. He was pretty prompt in responses and allowed us an hour early check in, which was good. They left a nice welcoming package, and overall the experience was good. Lack of closets, toaster, and odor made for only bad experiences. The neighbors were nice and kind. Only recommendation is if you are sensitive to smells, or bugs this isn't place for you. Close to Hot Springs, which was good. Also, only like 30 min from main stores, longest part is getting down mountain.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

karina P.

1 Jun 2021

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful quiet getaway

We wanted somewhere to unwind and this was the perfect location. The house was well appointed and quiet with a the lovely sound of the water running in the creek. We took our dogs and they loved it as well. Love the porches. Fun ride in and out especially when headed to Hot Springs. We definitely would like to return soon!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Amber H.

20 Oct 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Views

Camp Happy Mundo was a perfect place for a relaxing get away. The cabin had all the necessary amenities and the hosts were very accommodating. While there was a slight hiccup at check-in the hosts quickly rectified the situation and ensured that we felt welcome. There was a number of hiking options nearby and other sites such as Asheville, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge were all close enough for a day trip.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

14 Sept 2020

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect seclusion

We chose this place for our annual mountain get away and were certainly not disappointed. We brought our dogs, who were welcomed warmly as this is their vacation as well. Quaint and quiet, this cabin was the perfect retreat from the daily grind. A wonderful property with beautiful surroundings. We enjoyed hiking with the dogs and chilling out on the porch swing with a cold beverage after. Thank you to our hosts Joshua and Amber for sharing with us your mountain paradise.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020