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Retreat with rustic cabin, picnic shed and ponds

Waterfront cabin with patio and fireplace

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Taken from the dam at the larger pond. The pond is fish stocked.
From where you will park.
The picnic shed in the fall, taken before it was fenced in.
The beautiful stone wood burning fireplace with swing arm.
Bedroom 1 area is downstairs.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 471.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Leicester, NC
  • Place, University of North Carolina at Asheville
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Place, Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Place, Biltmore Estate
    ‪34 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Downstairs sleeping area

1 Double Bed

Upstairs loft sleeping area

1 Double Bed

Adjacent enclosed shower room.

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Retreat with rustic cabin, picnic shed and ponds

Rustic, private retreat with 1,000 square foot solar powered off grid cabin, 2 ponds (fish stocked), and picnic shed, fire pit and charcoal grilling area on 75 acres with hiking areas. The cabin is furnished with antiques and has a true historic flair. There is a propane range, woodstove, propane gas log heater and beautiful stone wood burning fireplace. Firewood is provided. There is a gas grill at the cabin. The cabin has an open floor plan with a tin roof. The cabin has hot and cold running water inside. There is an enclosed shower/sink room with hot water adjacent to the cabin. A few steps from the cabin there is a pit toilet. There is no indoor toilet. There is no air conditioning. There is no refrigerator, so you need to bring a cooler and ice. The amount of solar power is subject to the amount of sunshine we get and how leafed out the trees are. We provide oil, salt, pepper, sugar and coffee filters. Bring your coffee of choice. We have a pour over drip coffee carafe and a percolator. Falling acorns may be loud on the tin roof in the fall. We do have white noise machines by each bed. This property is not appropriate for small children.

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Amenities

Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Supervision at all times is a must.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Pets must be well behaved and sleep on pet bed.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is allowed on the porch, but not in the cabin.
No visitors or events allowed.
Please bring your pet's own bed from home. Pets are not allowed to get on or in the beds. Please crate your pet if you leave the cabin for an outing

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 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Leicester

Located in Leicester, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Biltmore Estate and Marshall Nature Sanctuary reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Flow and Botanical Gardens at Asheville. Ready for a night out? Consider Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville and The Orange Peel. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Leicester, NC

What's nearby

  • University of North Carolina at Asheville - 29 min drive - 20.3 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 30 min drive - 25.0 km
  • The Orange Peel - 30 min drive - 25.3 km
  • Asheville Outlets - 32 min drive - 27.0 km
  • Biltmore Estate - 34 min drive - 27.5 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Turkey Creek Café - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Shorties Bbq - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Sovereign Remedies Exchange - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Salty Goat - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Smokey Mountain Diner - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Retreat with rustic cabin, picnic shed and ponds pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Retreat with rustic cabin, picnic shed and ponds?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Retreat with rustic cabin, picnic shed and ponds?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Retreat with rustic cabin, picnic shed and ponds located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Addison Farms Vineyard and within 12 miles (20 km) of Leicester Branch Library and Ledges Whitewater Park. Marshall High Studios and Blennahassett Island are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

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

Excellent father son getaway

Perfect place to relax, fish and just hang out for a few days. The cabin is very comfortable and our hosts couldn’t be better!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I've been using VRBO and other short term rental sites for over 15 years and this is the absolute BEST rental I have ever stayed! Everything was perfect. The owners have paid very close attention to detail to every little thing their guests may need. Just bring a cooler and your luggage and you are good to go. Be ready to disconnect from the world. Although there are some modern touches (solar power and propane heated water) this cabin is like stepping back into the past and it is gloriously quiet and relaxing. No TV. No Wifi. Just Life! And there's so much around to enjoy. We saw wild turkeys and deer and at night we could hear cows from the farm, owls in the trees and the crackling fire lulling us to sleep. We went for just a weekend "staycation" but I am absolutely going to book this cabin again for a whole week just to take it all in. I wish I could live here. If this was my home to return to every night I would be a happier person. The owners are also the sweetest people I have ever met. They checked us in personally to make sure we knew where everything was and how to operate the utilities so we felt right at home.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherry C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a really nice time staying at this off-grid cabin! It was peaceful and relaxing—exactly what we were looking for. We spent most of our time fishing in the pond right on the property, which was a great way to unwind. The cabin feels secluded and quiet, but it's also only about 15 minutes from Asheville, so it's easy to head into town if you want to explore or grab a bite to eat. A great spot for anyone wanting to disconnect without being too far from everything.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

randy p.

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

Beautiful and Quite

Had a great time will be back again, Thanks
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori G.

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

Amazing, peaceful and relaxing getaway!

My stay with Rick and Joy was an absolutely wonderful experience. The communication was perfect and Joy was so helpful when I had any questions while I was there. The property is absolutely wonderful if you are looking to get away from the hustle and bustle of a busy life. The cabin was so much fun to stay in and rustic in nature with all the fun decorations. My dogs had a wonderful time running around and exploring. The fishing was absolutely great as well. I would recommend anyone that needs to get away from busy life to go here!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

TIFFANY h.

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

Cozy Cabin

Had a good time with my fiance, the cabin was nice peaceful and we ate all our meals on the porch and did some fishing. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

ronda M h.

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

We had a great stay.

Everything was as described and more.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David W.

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

Colonial living with some modern flare!

Joy and Rick made it super enjoyable and were very respinsive to anything we needed ir needed help with. The ad is quite accurate, so don't be surprised when you got to take walk in the middle of the night... if you know what I mean? Wildlife, secluded, and quiet. The perfect getway to get away. We'll definitely be booking again! Thanks again Joy and Rick.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David C.

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

Awesome Cabin

I had a wonderful weekend stay. The place was very clean and the owners were very accommodating to ensure our enjoyment.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley S.

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

Cozy cabin vibes

We had a great weekend staying here! I particularly liked the cows and horses (mules maybe?) that live in the field behind the cabin. We had a great time getting off the grid for a few days.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

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

A PERFECT getaway!

I can't say enough about this experience! The cabin was peaceful and beautifully built. Joy and Rick we're the best hosts, very eager to ensure our stay was perfect! This rental is the perfect place to unplug and reconnect with your family, and nature! Definitely will be coming back to this one!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Rick and Joy Icenhower

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Rick grew up here on this 5th generation farm. Rick and Joy met while attending NC State University. They own Icenhower's Farm, which started with Rick growing tobacco and produce in 1977. In 1979 they built and operated a wholesale greenhouse operation for 26 years. Rick and Joy then worked for the State of NC until they both retired in 2021. They are excited to be back on the farm, working together. They enjoy visiting their son, Benjamin and daughter in law, Katie, also NCSU graduates, in Colorado. Rick's favorite hobby is fly fishing.

Why they chose this property

This property was settled in 1915/1916 by Rick's great grandfather. A sawmill was set up here and the timber cut was used to build the farmhouse that Rick and Joy have lived in since 1977. Their son, Benjamin is the 5th generation to have lived here on the farm. We love antiques, and have filled our home and the cabin with pieces that have special meaning to us, some handed down to us by our parents and grandparents. This is an operating farm still today.

What makes this property unique

The cabin and picnic rental area are on a remote corner of the farm, off the main road. The picnic area with shed and stationary grills may be rented independently from the cabin for events if the cabin is not rented out. The cabin is solar and propane powered and is off grid. We like keeping things rustic!

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