10/10 Excellent
Billie B.
13 Oct 2024
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Family Mountain Weekend
Billie B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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White Squirrel Lodge - Family friendly, pond & stream, breezy porches & wildlife
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedroomsSleeps 7199.7 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Pisgah Forest, NC
- Brevard College10 min drive
- Brevard Music Center13 min drive
- Connestee Falls Park13 min drive
- Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)34 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bedroom 1, Master
1 Queen Bed
Family room super 9" futon
1 Double Futon
Large Loft overlooking Living room
2 Double Futons and 1 Queen Bed
Main Level
1 Single Bed
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
White Squirrel Lodge - Family friendly, pond & stream, breezy porches & wildlife
Located in Hidden Valley off of Williamson Creek Rd in Pisgah Forest / Brevard, NC just 8 minutes from downtown Brevard, close to the Hospital and about the same distance to Pisgah National Forest and DuPont State Park. The Lodge is situated on a wooded corner lot with a pond on one side and a small stream on another. The lot backs up to a game trail and salt block where we regularly see deer, squirrels (white & grey), chipmunks, rabbits, fox and about every bird in the region.
New VRBO listing mid June, '20, privately managed for 8 years. Many of our guests look forward to returning annually and have visited here for years.
Although there’s lots to see and do in the area, some of our guests prefer to sit on the porch in the Sky Chair, sip their favorite beverage read a book and watch the wildlife. It’s truly a very unique experience. Please read our reviews!
THIS IS NOT YOUR TYPICAL RENTAL, there are very few like it! Very clean with lots of special touches. Our outside fire pit is a great place to hear the running stream below. Summer or Winter it’s a quiet restful spot in the Forest. Do Not miss booking this adorable cabin as it is often booked a year in advance. The house is sunny, bright, breezy and well appointed with upscale furnishings, antiques and local art. While we've not had any security issues we do have outside driveway security cameras that are motion activated. These were installed because of the national increase in Porch Pirates stealing deliveries. They are not viewed unless there’s an issue.
Come for a visit, stay awhile, we promise you won’t be disappointed!
New VRBO listing mid June, '20, privately managed for 8 years. Many of our guests look forward to returning annually and have visited here for years.
Although there’s lots to see and do in the area, some of our guests prefer to sit on the porch in the Sky Chair, sip their favorite beverage read a book and watch the wildlife. It’s truly a very unique experience. Please read our reviews!
THIS IS NOT YOUR TYPICAL RENTAL, there are very few like it! Very clean with lots of special touches. Our outside fire pit is a great place to hear the running stream below. Summer or Winter it’s a quiet restful spot in the Forest. Do Not miss booking this adorable cabin as it is often booked a year in advance. The house is sunny, bright, breezy and well appointed with upscale furnishings, antiques and local art. While we've not had any security issues we do have outside driveway security cameras that are motion activated. These were installed because of the national increase in Porch Pirates stealing deliveries. They are not viewed unless there’s an issue.
Come for a visit, stay awhile, we promise you won’t be disappointed!
Property manager
Mark & Beverly
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Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 3–17
Adult supervision required at all times
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
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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
Property Registration Number 164
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About the area
Pisgah Forest
Located in Pisgah Forest, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Pisgah National Forest and Headwaters State Forest, while Transylvania Heritage Museum and Brevard Music Center are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Crystal Mountain Gem Mine, or check out an event or a game at Silversteen Memorial Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Pisgah Forest, NC
What's nearby
- Crystal Mountain Gem Mine - 8 min drive - 5.8 km
- Brevard College - 10 min drive - 5.8 km
- Brevard Music Center - 13 min drive - 8.0 km
- Connestee Falls Park - 13 min drive - 10.8 km
- Connestee Falls Golf Club - 19 min drive - 16.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 10 min drive
- Oskar Blues Brewery Taproom - 11 min drive
- Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - 10 min drive
- Fuji Yama - 12 min drive
- Starbucks - 10 min drive
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Reviews
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Paula F.
24 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the wildlife!
Paula F.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Connie G.
20 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pisgah 2024
Connie G.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Holly T.
27 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect home away from home
Holly T.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Pam R.
26 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The White Squirrel Lodge is a great mountain stay near Brevard
Pam R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
wanda j.
22 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property
wanda j.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lois L.
13 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing cabin in the woods
Lois L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Quinn C.
4 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Brevard Visit
Quinn C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
ed g.
18 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Father's day weekend in Pisgah
ed g.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
David S.
8 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home
David S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sandy R.
13 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for relaxing
Sandy R.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ryan G.
27 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bike trail vacation
Ryan G.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Billie B.
15 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quality Family Time
Billie B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Katie R.
6 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect home tucked away in a perfect spot!!
Katie R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer H.
19 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to stay!
Jennifer H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth L., Chapin
13 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend away with friends
Elizabeth L.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Shirley G.
8 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful mountain stay within minutes of amenities
Shirley G.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Amy N.
30 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
beautiful home! excellent location.
Amy N.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Kim S.
26 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Place of Pure Magic
Kim S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Nancy C.
20 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent
Nancy C.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Joanne L.
9 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous place
Joanne L.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Valerie G.
12 Dec 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous getaway
Valerie G.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Laura L.
27 Nov 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Mountain Retreat
Laura L.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Autumn W.
22 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun Family Vacation!
Autumn W.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Billie B.
17 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect cozy weekend!
Billie B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
About the host
Hosted by Mark & Beverly
Now a little about us - We are Mark & Beverly. Beverly, is a retired teacher and spends her time quilting and enjoying her grandchildren. Mark is a retired businessman. He enjoys cooking, hiking and fishing. We both enjoy mountain life and great mountain music. All is found locally!
Why they chose this property
We purchased this property in 2010 as a part-time rental. It has everything we need and much more. Privacy, an abundance of both wild flowers and wildlife while being close to support services such as grocery, hardware, health & wellness providers. The cabin is very comfortable with multiple porches, lots of both sun and shade. The wildlife is amazing. We provide starter birdseed for three feeders and put starter corn on the hill behind the house to feed the deer. If you purchase sunflower bird seed and deer corn for the hill between the salt lick and tree you will continue to see wildlife daily. During the Summer we also have a Hummingbird feeder in full swing.
What makes this property unique
If you appreciate great music you might be lucky enough to catch a glimpse of Steve Martin or The Steep Canyon Rangers ( both live and play music in Brevard)
Brevard is a charming vibrant community with a rich mountain heritage. It has a Liberal Arts College and a 400 student International Music College. The world’s best music teachers come from all over the world to teach students here. Often performances are available to the public.
Brevard is such a special town with multiple festivals (7). Beautiful lush foliage with many wildflowers and mountain vistas most everywhere you look. The third oldest river in the world (no kidding) The French Broad is located here. A Must See - In Pisgah National Forest there’s a school (The Cradle of Forestry) that was the beginning of forestry in the United States. Also a Fish Hatchery. Stop by the Visitor Center in the park and ask about “sliding rock”. The Pisgah Inn & restaurant is on the Blue Ridge Parkway towards Asheville. Almost always a waiting line as the food is great and the prices are reasonable. The glass walls offer diners panoramic sweeping vistas from far and wide.
Brevard downtown has no parking meters, great restaurants with reasonable prices and friendly helpful shopkeepers. It has one of the best hardware stores left in existence that has EVERYTHING you cannot find anywhere else.
Our neighborhood is secluded (in Hidden Valley) but very convenient to just about anywhere. Most everyone that visits seem to fall in love with the lodge and Brevard. We’re close to Asheville, Hendersonville the Blue Ridge Parkway and multiple state & national parks. Pack a picnic lunch and soak your toes in the Davidson River or take a dip at Sliding Rock. During the Fall apple season we recommend you visit Sky Top Apple Orchard just outside of Flat Rock. Take Crab Creek Rd for a beautiful drive.
Brevard is a charming vibrant community with a rich mountain heritage. It has a Liberal Arts College and a 400 student International Music College. The world’s best music teachers come from all over the world to teach students here. Often performances are available to the public.
Brevard is such a special town with multiple festivals (7). Beautiful lush foliage with many wildflowers and mountain vistas most everywhere you look. The third oldest river in the world (no kidding) The French Broad is located here. A Must See - In Pisgah National Forest there’s a school (The Cradle of Forestry) that was the beginning of forestry in the United States. Also a Fish Hatchery. Stop by the Visitor Center in the park and ask about “sliding rock”. The Pisgah Inn & restaurant is on the Blue Ridge Parkway towards Asheville. Almost always a waiting line as the food is great and the prices are reasonable. The glass walls offer diners panoramic sweeping vistas from far and wide.
Brevard downtown has no parking meters, great restaurants with reasonable prices and friendly helpful shopkeepers. It has one of the best hardware stores left in existence that has EVERYTHING you cannot find anywhere else.
Our neighborhood is secluded (in Hidden Valley) but very convenient to just about anywhere. Most everyone that visits seem to fall in love with the lodge and Brevard. We’re close to Asheville, Hendersonville the Blue Ridge Parkway and multiple state & national parks. Pack a picnic lunch and soak your toes in the Davidson River or take a dip at Sliding Rock. During the Fall apple season we recommend you visit Sky Top Apple Orchard just outside of Flat Rock. Take Crab Creek Rd for a beautiful drive.
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