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The Junction-backwoods tiny home on brook trout stream with mountain ridge view

Riverside cabin with kitchen and balcony

Welcome-you found "The Junction"! Unique view of two creeks and mountain ridge.

We're in the backwoods! Half hour from town. Enjoy no cell or WiFi.

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Location

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 237.2 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space
Air conditioning
Mountain view

Place, Cheoah River
Place, Santeetlah Lake
Place, Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining area

About this property

The Junction-backwoods tiny home on brook trout stream with mountain ridge view

We're open-Hurricane Helen spared our county!

Are the backwoods calling? Travel on uneven gravel & dirt to arrive at this tiny home and unique setting. 400 sq ft cabin overlooks two boulder filled creeks plus a mountain ridge view! 2 mi from paved road w/shallow potholes & rocks. 5" clearance (not 4WD) needed. NOT suitable for motorcycles. (Charging EV batteries not allowed. Venomous snakes and wild animals live in the woods) Use ONLY our directions and you'll enjoy the adventure getting here!

Logging days of the past used the creeks to harvest timber. Now their roads bring you to this little cabin with lots of white noise. Bring your pole as it's home to wild brook trout or hatchery supported downstream.

Country décor shows logging history in this well-equipped 400 sq ft cabin. Relax on the deck or take a nap in the covered porch. Walk your own private trail that leads to the creek-side deck.

The Nantahala National Forest is our backyard and playground. Bring your outdoor gear for adventure right outside your door. Come "tame the dragon", ride the "Cherohala Skyway" or "hug" a tree at Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest.

"It was hard to leave" is the best compliment we get! We hope to hear from ya!

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Amenities

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

Mountain view

Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

One queen bed for 2 adults or adult/child.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking allowed only on gravel areas.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

Wash the dishes (dishwasher is not an amenity). Take garbage (dumpsters posted on fridge).

Remove leftover food. Perishables, condiments, unopened drinks, etc we will re-use or dispose of.

Turn off AC/Heater, close windows.

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

NO charging EV batteries Take garbage. Address of dumpsters on fridge Roll blinds before opening windows No space htrs close to any furniture

Do not rearrange furniture Do NOT run AC or heat with windows/doors open Be aware venomous snakes/ wild animals, mice are indigenous to area-AVOID!

No smoking/incense burn in/on deck Doors/screens closed Use only our fire pit, extinguish after No charcoal/wood in propane grill Read info on fridge

Important information

You need to know

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Robbinsville

Located in Robbinsville, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest and Nantahala National Forest, while Junaluska Medicine Trail and Graham County Historical Association are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Robbinsville, NC

What's nearby

Nantahala National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Santeetlah Lake - 21 min drive - 8.3 km
Junaluska Medicine Trail - 32 min drive - 18.7 km
Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest - 35 min drive - 17.3 km

Getting around

Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 119 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Dining Room at Snowbird Mountain Lodge - ‬21 min drive
‪Tail of the Dragon Vacation Rentals - ‬20 min drive
‪Subway - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Junction-backwoods tiny home on brook trout stream with mountain ridge view pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Junction-backwoods tiny home on brook trout stream with mountain ridge view?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Junction-backwoods tiny home on brook trout stream with mountain ridge view?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Junction-backwoods tiny home on brook trout stream with mountain ridge view located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Nantahala National Forest and within 12 miles (20 km) of Santeetlah Lake and Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest. Junaluska Medicine Trail and Graham County Historical Association are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Britt H.

13 October 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

This was just what we were looking for. A cabin in the woods by a creek. Perfect.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam M.

18 July 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Better than the pictures, very serene and beautiful. Very clean and well supplied. Thank you for the welcome and the delicious cake!.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lew L.

20 August 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely breathtaking! Relaxation and beauty at its finest. Perfectly appointed, this cabin is one of the best VRBO's we have ever spent time in! The sound of the creek lulled us into a tranquil state. The majestic trees surrounding the cabin made it feel like we were spending the night in a tree house.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William S.

31 July 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely little cabin. Quiey serene. Chose it as a surprise for my wife for our wedding anniversary. She was very happy.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew Chilvers

13 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A mountain paradise

The Junction exceeded our expections. Peace and quiet, beautiful scenery and plenty of trout (mainly rainbows). The terrace was perfect for relaxing and enjoying the sound of the creek.We hope to come back some day.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda C.

21 March 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Get-Away

This property is clean and in a beautiful location.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul D.

2 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Off the beaten trail

Wonderful place to enjoy the beauty of nature. Doug and Alice and Skippy are the best !

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky T.

5 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolute Paradise

We absolutely loved the setting and the accommodations. We only wish we would have stayed more than one night and hope to go back for a longer stay in the future. Host left lots of information on things to do in the area as well as maps. We used this information to plan a visit to the Joyce Kilmer memorial forest and absolutely loved it! We highly recommend this property for anyone looking to get away from it all.

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

sarah p.

5 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful escape...

The pinnacle of relaxation and simplicity, yet all of the comforts of home. 5 Star Plus....!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sara T.

26 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Property - We’ll be Back!

This property was nothing short of amazing. Exactly as described, it was incredibly peaceful and the perfect way to spend our 18th anniversary. We absolutely loved our short stay here and can’t wait to come back and spend more time when we can stay longer. Alice was the perfect host and was very responsive. Even left us homemade muffins in the kitchen, which were delicious.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johnny K.

19 February 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome peace and quiet :)

LOVED this cabin! My goal was to "unplug" from the outside world and get away by myself for a couple days. Got exactly that. :) Beautiful area and the cabin itself is perfect for this type of getaway. Also really enjoyed getting to chat with the owners upon check-in; they seem like great people! Definitely would love to stay again in the future.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

30 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Remote & Beautiful Location

Doug & Alice were very kind & responsive to our needs! It is a wonderful remote cabin. It is easily 30 minutes from town because of the distance and gravel road. Like being in a rain forest with the constant sound of rushing water from the river nearby. Peaceful retreat!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristine S.

29 March 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Piece of Heaven, Literally

My husband and I stayed here as a getaway for my birthday and we could not have asked for a better location, cabin, and host. We had an amazing amount of privacy, and the creek below provides a beautiful 24/7 sound bath. Alice is an absolute gem of a host, and it’s obvious just how much pride she and Doug take in making sure this cabin remains clean and in beautiful condition. The cabin provides absolutely everything you need (except groceries, of course). We were lucky to have found this place and we would absolutely LOVE to come back and enjoy The Junction again and again. Thank you for making my birthday so special, Alice and Doug!!!!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

30 November 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Private Mountain Retreat

This is the perfect place to disconnect from the daily grind and reconnect with your spouse. We so enjoyed the fact that nature surrounded us and reminded us we where all that was needed. The cabin is beautiful and stocked with all the essentials, just bring your groceries and get ready to unwind. We walked the creek, drove the mountains and even played board games, most of all we held hands, talked and enjoyed our time together. Perfect is what it seems to be.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shirley S.

21 December 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best friends get away!

This place is a little slice of heaven on earth. Alice is the most wonderful host and her written directions to the cabin is perfect. She thought of every detail. We got there after dark and the house was lit up with a small Christmas tree and just enough lighting that it reminded me of Thomas Kincaid art. My BF and I had the most wonderful relaxing time. I can’t wait to go back!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donald C.

2 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect stay

We have stayed at a number of VRBO rentals, none more relaxing than The Junction. From the remoteness of the location to the coziness and cleanliness of the tiny cabin, it was perfect for our needs. And the fly fishing was note worthy, both for the beauty of the creek(s) and for the results. If you enjoy somewhat arduous wading, you can find it in Squally, especially well above the cabin. We look forward to a return visit. Thanks again to Alice and Doug for the experience and for their hospitality! Don and Kim

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

James B.

19 December 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enchanting and dreamy!

What a quaint surprise, tucked away in the serene hollow of the beautiful Blue Ridge Mtns. The creek was perfect and the cabin was everything we needed and wished for! We did a lot of our cooking and the kitchen is efficient. No cell signal and no WiFi took some getting used to, lol, but was exactly what we needed to recharge. We walked the Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest Trail and must say, it’s amazing!!! Allow yourself a couple of hours to really take it all in.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen H.

28 July 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Solitude

Quiet, peaceful, calming; this is how I would describe this trip to The Junction. It felt so good to unplug and just connect with nature in this beautiful setting: the cabin is high in the trees above a rolling creek--I loved to raise the windows and listen to it as we fell asleep. My husband was able to enjoy a little trout fishing, and I just relaxed and enjoyed the setting. We loved it! Our hosts were very helpful and accommodating! If you are looking to relax and enjoy a peaceful setting, this is an awesome place to do it!

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deb

8 July 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This property is all about enjoying the simple pleasures of nature in a true getaway location, and with all the "aaaahhhhhh" factor one could want. The owners were friendly, responsive, and extremely helpful and the cabin while small, is a perfect size for 2-4. It is neat as a pin and tastefully decorated. Further, it's very well appointed with any necessity one could want. If you want/need "something to do" - read as "entertainment" - The Junction is not for you; if you want a marvelous dose of peace and quiet, true natural beauty, and a place you can find needed respite, you won't find a better experience or value. You won't want to leave any more than we did!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

rachel c., Huntingdon Valley

26 October 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nature

I was really looking for a place that was off the beaten path, in nature, without distractions. This place had exactly that! Small and cozy with all the essentials. Very clean, very beautiful, I only wish I had had more time there. I could have spend an entire day in the creek looking for minerals and rocks. No internet or cell service, but don’t worry, the office was on Comedy Central. Review from two 39 year olds. Host is attentive and responsive. Thanks for the great stay. Highly recommend

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine K.

2 January 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Disliked: Location

Extremely Remote Tranquil Cabin/Tiny House

Once you arrive at the cabin/tiny house it is adorable and very tranquil and has all of your basic needs. I suggest you arrive at the cabin during daylight hours. We made the mistake of arriving at nightfall and it made locating it tricky. I am more of a going places and doing things kind of person so that required a lot of driving as the little town of Robbinsville has nothing to offer. However, you can get to Bryson and Cherokee in a little over an hour or so. If you really want to just relax and disconnect from the world, this is your place.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

16 October 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautifully appointed CabinLovely porch & decks (upper & lower)Pristine setting of lush woods leading down to running creek

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chip S.

7 October 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very remote. Beautiful property setting!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean V.

25 September 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A piece of heaven. We have stayed in a lot of cabins and this stay was the best. Very relaxing.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel F.

4 September 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful. Away from the electronic bombardment that we face everyday. Would highly recommend to nature lovers and people that love to cook and just enjoy the moment. The creek and deck are so special.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Alice Lumbard

We're Doug and Alice, originally from Illinois. We missed our creek property and slower lifestyle so we moved into our tiny vacation home upstream from The Junction.

Why they chose this property

We enjoyed sharing our little "glamping" cabin, "The Owl's Perch" (#1891123), so we purchased "The Junction". We remodeled it, cleared the view and gave it a name. We’d love to share either with you!

What makes this property unique

You just can't beat the sound of a rushing creek and solitude the forest offers. We welcome you to come experience small living and see why less is more!

Languages:

English

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About the area

Robbinsville

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Getting around

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Frequently asked questions

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10/10 Excellent

Britt H.

Britt H.

10/10 Excellent

Pam M.

Pam M.

10/10 Excellent

Lew L.

Lew L.

10/10 Excellent

William S.

William S.

10/10 Excellent

Andrew Chilvers

A mountain paradise

Andrew Chilvers

10/10 Excellent

Brenda C.

Quiet Get-Away

Brenda C.

10/10 Excellent

Paul D.

Off the beaten trail

Paul D.

10/10 Excellent

Becky T.

Absolute Paradise

Becky T.

10/10 Excellent

sarah p.

Beautiful escape...

sarah p.

10/10 Excellent

Sara T.

Amazing Property - We’ll be Back!