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Peaceful Creekside Retreat at the foot of Mt. Mitchell!

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Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 696 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Burnsville, NC
  • Mount Mitchell Trailhead
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Mount Mitchell
  • Mount Mitchell State Park
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪84 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Peaceful Creekside Retreat at the foot of Mt. Mitchell!

You will fall in love with this log cabin. We did! We were on vacation in the mountains of western North Carolina and found ourselves mesmerized by the South Toe River area. So much so, that we immediately bought The Log Cabin on Neil's Creek upon our departure. It's surrounded by towering Carolina Hemlocks and soft beds of moss. The creek, just off of the back covered porch, can be heard from all rooms of the cabin. The creek is a North Carolina wild trout stream and is filled with Rainbow and Brown Trout. Being in the Pisgah National Forest, you are sure to see some native wildlife, maybe even a black bear. There are an abundance of hiking trails that are walking distance from the cabin varying in difficulty including the Mt. Mitchell trail. Mt. Mitchell is the highest peak east of the Mississippi.
There is a beautiful golf course only a five minute drive away.
The cabin is spacious with an open floor plan, large kitchen and bedrooms. The kitchen is fully stocked with dishes, pots and pans. There is a full size washer and dryer in the bathroom. There are plenty of board games and puzzles to keep you occupied if you choose to stay in. All of the interior walls are a gorgeous, natural wood. It is very much a cozy home away from home.

As per VRBO guidelines, we must disclose that there is a camera that views the driveway and the side of the cabin towards the forest for hopeful wildlife sightings.

Property manager

Candie Smith
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Only approved pets are allowed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We do allow 2 well behaved pets. Pre approval is required. Please be sure to clean up after your pets and do not allow pets on the furniture.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Burnsville

Located in Burnsville, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Mount Mitchell Golf Club and Buck Creek Trout Farm are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Pisgah National Forest and Mount Mitchell State Park. Emerald Village and Old Fort Railroad Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Burnsville, NC

What's nearby

  • Pisgah National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Mount Mitchell Trailhead - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Mount Mitchell Golf Club - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Roaring Fork Waterfalls - 9 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Catawba Falls - 48 min drive - 51.4 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jewell's Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪J & J's Grill on the Green - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Teo's at Mount Mitchell - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hawtrees Bar and Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mt Mitchell View Restaurant - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful Creekside Retreat at the foot of Mt. Mitchell! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Creekside Retreat at the foot of Mt. Mitchell! ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Creekside Retreat at the foot of Mt. Mitchell! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful Creekside Retreat at the foot of Mt. Mitchell! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Pisgah National Forest and Mount Mitchell Trailhead. Mount Mitchell Golf Club and Roaring Fork Waterfalls are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Corinthia P.

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

Perfect Peaceful Getaway!

This cabin gave our family a much need peaceful getaway! Its relaxing location next to the creek and close to hiking and fishing trails made it absolutely perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa H.

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

On the river

Convenient location to multiple trail heads, right on the river, very endearing
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenifer S.

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

Wonderful and relaxing

Beautiful cabin, beautiful setting! Loved it and will be rebooking! Highly recommend 👌
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matt P.

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

Family vacation

This cabin is the best. Perfect size for a family of 5. The river made for a lot of east fun.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shawnda W.

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

Cabin with a creek view

We enjoyed this little family get away in the mountains. The cabin has everything you need and more. We would return and recommend this cabin to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

John Z., Youngsville, NC

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

Wonderful Getaway

Just what we needed, a wonderful cabin in a beautiful setting. Enjoyed the nearby hikes to the waterfalls and the blooming wild hydrangea. It was very relaxing sitting in the rockers on the porch listening to the babbling brook. We can't wait to come back, even our dogs were sad to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven G.

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

Perfect getaway with my spouse!

Everything was perfect! Lovely getaway, peaceful, loved the sounds of the creek. Cabin was cozy and just the right size. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

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

Cabin in the woods

Peaceful, comfortable. Close to hiking trails. Gorgeous drives to and from. Bring food …restaurants are few and far between.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corinthia P.

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

Peaceful Getaway

We absolutely love this property. It has something for each of us, the boys love to fish and the access to hiking trails makes this cabin the perfect getaway for our family. When you add in the calming sound of the river at night and the porch, it just doesn't get any better.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

April L.

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

Beautiful little cabin

This cabin was everything we could have wished for. Extremely clean, comfortable and quiet. We would highly recommend it. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bridget A.

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

Perfect Mountain Getaway!

Everything about this cabin is just perfect! Though it is tucked away at the base of the mountains, we had great access to not only our creek in the front yard, but a fun spot for the kids and dog to play in the water a few houses away at the beginning of a few hiking trails. The inside of the cabin was spotless, and we loved the bear theme---perfect! Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark A.

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

Short Getaway

Lovely place. Very Clean. Private.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stanley H.

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

Perfect

Very comfortable. Large area inside and outside. Nice stream a few steps from a terrific porch. Plenty of room for our dog to play. Would love to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

DaShayne W.

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

Perfectly fabulous

Incredible property on gorgeous creek. Cabin was so well stocked with every kitchen item necessary, paper products, towels, blankets!!! Easy to communicate with property manager. Definitely hope to return!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donnie S.

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

Amazing !

Quiet and relaxing. Close to Blue Ridge Parkway. My pups enjoyed trails close by. Waterfalls, 2, close by. Clean and welcoming. Will come again !
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andy C.

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

Creekside cabin

The title Peaceful Creekside Retreat is very fitting. Very pleasing atmosphere. Cabin is very clean and comfortable. New appliances. Laundry and kitchen detergents provided. Helpful information provided my hosts. I would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

jessie s.

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

Anniversary Retreat.

My wife and I were looking for a nice little get away to celebrate our 10yr anniversary and just spend some quality down time together away from everything. THIS was the perfect spot. Great little cabin, great location! The sound of the river flowing right outside the bedroom window was amazing and the hiking was literally right outside the front door. Could not have been happier with this expierence.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane w., St. Louis, MO

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

Wonderful cabin near the BlueRidge Parkway

This is the second time we have stayed in this lovely cabin and we will be back. You can't beat the covered porch overlooking Neil's Creek. We sat there every morning and every evening enjoying the peaceful sound of the water. And located only a few miles from the Parkway makes this cabin the ideal place to head out for a different hike every day. Homey, clean and felt like home. We can't wait to come back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

alice g., Panama City,

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

Fabulous

This home is probably our favorite VRBO rental ever. The cabin was immaculate, comfortable, and well appointed, and the owners were a dream to work with. The creek running outside our bedroom window lulled us to sleep every night. We hiked the nearby trails every single day, and built a fire in the fireplace every night. We never turned on the TV the entire time we were there, and cannot wait to rebook Truly magical!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Denise O.

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

Peaceful trip

Very nice cabin on the creek. Comfortable and cleanest place we have ever stayed. Only downside is the distance from restaurants and shopping. I really was not a fan of the curved mountain roads. Fortunately I read earlier reviews and took our groceries with us. The kitchen has everything you need to cook. We loved the peacefulness and only had neighbors one night. There are great hiking trails nearby. We loved taking the dogs to the river and walking on the rocks. Saw lots of fish and a heron. Very relaxing cabin.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaye M.

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

birthday weekend

I have been eyeing this cabin for a while as we drove up/down S. Toe River Road so was excited to finally catch it available on VRBO for my husband and me to celebrate our birthdays! We loved the deck overlooking the porch with the lights we could turn on at night! It's so convenient to LOTS of trails which our younger son and his girlfriend enjoyed. Great cabin, clean and well-stocked kitchen. But the location is the BEST part! Just a note-no outside fires due to location in Pisgah National Forest so if firepits and grills are important to you those are not available here. There is an electric grill on deck.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna P.

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

Our Stay at Neils Creek

The cabin was very nice. Peaceful, loved being able to sleep with window open falling asleep to the sound of the creek and waking up to it and sitting on front porch listening to it. while drinking coffee. We enjoyed talking to the very nice gentleman behind the counter at Efflers convenient store. Loved that it had the parkway not far away and also hiked to few nearby waterfalls, Disappointed that there was a sign that the grassy creek falls was closed, I visited it few years back and it is a beautiful waterfall that you can get up to and walk behind. Want to thank you for allowing us to stay. We also were so glad we drove up to the parkway overlook to watch the Perseid meteiors. This was my great grandson first time going to the mtns and he did enjoy some fishing and waterfalling especially sliding rock. We truly enjoyed our stay wished it could have been longer. Thanks from Donna, Dean, Shannon & Nicholas
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie N.

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

Perfect spot

We stayed for 2 weeks at this lovely log cabin in a tranquil spot on a flowing creek. Very clean, everything you would need supplied. Beautiful wood floors, walls, and ceilings.About 30 minutes to the closest grocery in Burnsville (you will learn to love curvy highway 80, but not much traffic). Many nice restaurants in Burnsville if you don’t feel like cooking (The Homeplace has excellent pizza). Convenient to go in all directions. Half hour drive to Mt. Mitchell (be sure it is a clear day) or if you are brave you can hike up from Black Mountain Campground.. Lots of great views on the Blue Ridge Parkway, only 10 minutes away. Bakersville has some nice galleries if you are in to fine art, so does the Penland Craft school. Blowing Rock is a nice village with good restaurants and shops, but it is 1.5 hrs away along the BRP. We hiked many nearby trails (watch for bears) and along the roads. Good tubing and fishing on the river, or just jump in for a soak. If I were to want to own a cabin in this area this one would be perfect. Quick response from the owners, very nice people, great place!
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Candie Smith

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We are an adventure loving couple that fell in love with the North Carolina mountains. We had been busy traveling the world until Covid hit. Fortunately, it forced us to explore our own backyard here in the US and we are so glad that it did! We discovered such a little gem with this cabin and area and we are excited to share it with you!

Why they chose this property

The smell of the rainforest, the glimpse of sunlight peaking through the towering Carolina Hemlocks, the thundering sound of the creek in the back yard, the cool summer air, the peace that all of this brings.

What makes this property unique

The cabin is in a National Forest, yet on private land. There are at least 7 marked trails that are within walking distance of the cabin. The creek in the backyard is a designated wild trout stream where you can fish. The South Toe River fishing access point is a two minute walk or you can wade through the creek to the river.

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