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Nature's Nook Cabin | Fire Pit, Pet Friendly & Community Waterfall!

Cabin in Old Fort with kitchen and balcony

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player
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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61254 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Old Fort, NC
  • Place, Waterfall Park
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Place, Biltmore Estate
    ‪42 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪47 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Old Fort

This cabin places you 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Waterfall Park. The cabin includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Waterfall Park - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance - 35 min drive - 30.0 miles
  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 40 min drive - 34.6 miles
  • The Orange Peel - 40 min drive - 34.6 miles
  • Biltmore Estate - 42 min drive - 34.0 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Pinnacle Bar & Grill - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Legends on the Lake - ‬34 min drive
  • ‪Victory @ Rumbling Bald Resort - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬20 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Nature's Nook Cabin | Fire Pit, Pet Friendly & Community Waterfall!

Nature's Nook Cabin is brimming with personality and charm! Located within the private, gated community of Gateway Mountain, enjoy access to lush, wooded forests and gorgeous waterfalls. The community also has two small lakes and a trout pond for catch-and-release fishing (no license required).

About the Home
• Open concept living room, with a 43" TV for streaming and a pellet stove for a warm cabin feel.*
• Kitchen with eat-in dining for 4 (expandable to 6 with extra chairs in both bedrooms), equipped with a dishwasher and two types of coffee makers: standard drip-style and Keurig.
• Spacious, covered front deck with rocking chair seating for 4.
• Patio with gas grill, chimney-style wood-burning fire pit, and dining for 4.
• This home is pet-friendly with an additional pet fee.

*The pellet stove is only usable during the cooler months (October-April).

Where to Unwind
• Main floor primary bedroom with queen-size bed, 32" Smart TV for streaming, and en suite bathroom with walk-in shower.
• The second main floor bedroom offers a queen-size bed. A full bathroom, with a bathtub and shower combination, can be accessed from the hallway.
• A traditional, open-air loft overlooking the living room provides additional sleeping space with two twin-size beds.

Please note: This home has two outdoor security cameras: 1 on the shed and 1 on the North wall of the cabin. The pellet stove in the living room is only usable during the cooler months (October-April). Sorry, this home is not cat-friendly due to common allergies.
The cabin is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi and a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,254 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

851254

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this cabin?

This cabin is located in Old Fort, close to Catawba Falls, Old Fort Railroad Museum, and Waterfall Park. You'll also find Mountain Gateway Museum and Arrowhead Monument nearby.

Is parking available on site at this cabin?

No, there isn't parking at this cabin.

Is this cabin next to a casino?

No, this cabin is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cabin?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cabin.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Nature's Nook Cabin | Fire Pit, Pet Friendly & Community Waterfall!?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this cabin include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Are there hot tubs at Nature's Nook Cabin | Fire Pit, Pet Friendly & Community Waterfall!?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cabin.

Does this cabin provide breakfast?

No, this cabin doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cabin allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cabin.

Are there connecting rooms at this cabin?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this cabin.

How close is the airport from this cabin?

The closest major airport to this cabin is Asheville Regional Airport (AVL), which is about 22.1 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Nature's Nook Cabin | Fire Pit, Pet Friendly & Community Waterfall!?

Yes, every cabin at Nature's Nook Cabin | Fire Pit, Pet Friendly & Community Waterfall! comes with a balcony.

Nature's Nook Cabin | Fire Pit, Pet Friendly & Community Waterfall! Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely, clean

We enjoyed our stay and the mountain house has everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Monica C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Adorable cozy cabin

This place is just as cute as the pictures. Ample towels and linens provided. The house was very clean and welcoming. We did have an issue with the AC on arrival but an acceptable solution was reached for our stay and was handled very quickly. Property management followed up to ensure the solution was satisfactory. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024