We've rented cabins throughout the mountains of North Carolina over the years on our anniversary. This area was the last that we had not visited. Glad we did. It is a bit remote compared to other areas - and that was a big plus. Private, very quiet and relaxing.
We took highway 63, then 209 up from Asheville. The drive was very scenic but very winding and uphill so be sure your vehicle is capable. Also, definitely fill up with gas and pick up a few days of groceries. There is a small town (Hot Springs) about 30 minutes away but not much shopping there and very limited dining. So come prepared!
That was the great thing about this cabin - we were not distracted by theme parks, dialy must do lists, etc. instead we just relaxed in the hot tub and enjoyed hiking on the many trails around (Lovers Leap, Laurel Creek, Max Patch).
The cabin is nestled in a small valley on the side of a hill and has gravel road access. We saw three cabins total encircling the road, one on each side of a hill. They are close enough you can see people but far enough away you have privacy.
The photos on VRBO don't do it justice, The cabin is a long trailer style and very nicely equipped. A long wide porch runs the entire length of it and has a nice hot tub for two, two rocking chairs, a small table with two chairs, and two folding chairs you can use at the firepit. There is also a niced size lawn where you can sunbathe if you like, but the rest of the area is shaded.
Inside the cabin, its just the right size for two folks. Leather loveseat with satelite/Roku access, good internet, kitchen table, microwave, stove, fridge, washer and dryer, and pots/pans, dishes, cubs, laundry detergent, etc. The bed slept great - mattress was perfect and sheets good quality. There were towels in the closet but we brought our own.
Everything was very clean and very nicely decorated. We enjoyed our stay very much and feel it was perfectly priced.
Recommendations: Iron Horse restaurant for dinner, the little cafe next door for ice cream, fraps, coffee. Also the Smokey Mountain Diner for lunch. Be sure to picnic at the Max Patch, beautiful views, and hike Laurel Creek. Lots of picnic opps up here - get stress free, avoid the Covid crowds elsewhere and unwind a whole week! We did and loved it.