We returned from a family reunion in TN on way home to SC. We stayed 2 nights and very much enjoyed the cabin.
It was very clean and very cozy. I would not recommend for large family as only 2 bedrooms and 2 beds, although there is a sofa sleeper. There is no kitchen table and just a long counter bar. This was fine for my wife and I and our adult son. Perfect for small family with 1-2 kids.
Hot tub was clean and easy to use, and having fire pit so close was perfect for walking out to from the house and doing s’mores one night.
Lot is heavily wooded and only barely heard the occasional car on the road. Saw lots of deer each day in the back yard, and a small bird nest on the porch with babies being fed each day.
There were a few things we did not care for though, and why 4 stars. The mattress in the downstairs is terrible. The kind you sink into and way too soft. We won’t be able to return until that is replaced.
Second, there are 4 exterior cameras. Although pointed at entries and yard, it felt a bit obtrusive. Added to this is a lot of exterior lighting that cannot be turned off, and with blinds, there was no way to completely black out.
Neither of these things was terrible, but did put a small cloud on the overall experience.
Location was great, and we made it to the NC Arboretum, downtown Asheville, and DuPont state park during our short stay. There is an Ingles not too far we stopped at on the way in and they had small bundles of fire wood. Was able to leave some for next guest as second night was rainy.
Finally, we can’t forget the driveway. 4 wheel drive is recommended. We had front wheel drive Nissan Pathfinder and after some rain, mud under gravel became too soft and tires sank. We got stuck a couple times and even in low gear, very tough. Recommend low gear and don’t stop or pause once you start. We made some pretty deep ruts getting up driveway and not by choice.
Overall I do recommend this cabin and will plan on returning if we hear mattresses replaced.