We had a wonderful time staying at this cabin. The main living space was comfortable, and the open kitchen and living room made it easy to socialize while cooking. The kitchen was well equipped, and the beds were comfy. The owner, Giles, even decorated for the holidays, which was very cute. We used the fireplace a lot and loved it -- a fire to insulate against the chill outside was incredible.
The proximity to the Appalachian Trail was also amazing. A short drive (or walk) to an access point was easy. And the one-mile hike up to the Big Bald Lookout, while a little strenuous, featured 360-degree views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. So worth it, and so close!
The only unexpected detail was that while the downstairs bathroom did have a jetted tub (as per the listing), it did not have a shower. There were four people in our party, and everyone using the upstairs bathroom shower worked just fine. But if more people were occupying the home, that share could be a potential challenge depending on personal preference.
All in all, we had a wonderful, wonderful time. Thanks so much to Giles for sharing his home.