The Owl's Perch- Backwoods glamping cabin over amazing creek

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The Owl's Perch. 200 square foot elevated glamping cabin nestled in the trees!

Enter through the screened porch of our home to access the glamping cabin.

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Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 218.6 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Kitchen
Barbecue grill
Outdoor space
Air conditioning
Mountain view

Explore the area

Robbinsville, NC

Santeetlah Lake
‪14 min drive‬
Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest
‪28 min drive‬
Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel
‪72 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Only bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchenette

Balcony

About this property

We're open-Hurricane Helene spared our county!

Unplug in our Appalachian "Eden" 200 sq ft treehouse like one room glamping cabin, attached to our residence's back deck. View the prettiest creek off private deck! Furnished to make simple meals or on grill. 5" clearance needed, not 4WD. NOT suitable for motorcycles. 2 miles from paved road of uneven gravel/dirt with potholes. (Venomous snakes and wild animals are indigenous to our area. No charging EV batteries) Use ONLY our directions and you'll enjoy the adventure getting here!

Property manager

Alice Lumbard

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

Mountain view

Barbecue grill

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Welcome-you found "The Junction"! Unique view of two creeks and mountain ridge.

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

One queen bed for 2 adults or adult/child.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking only allowed near carport or on driveway.

4 night max stay. NO charging EV batteries. Want to stay longer? Check out The Junction, VRBO #1493247. 400 sq ft cabin w full kitchen on same creek

No incense burning or smoking indoors or on decks. Smoke on gravel. Do not run AC or heat with doors or windows open.

Keep shower liner INSIDE shower. Keep slider closed-keep critters out. Be aware venomous snakes/wild animals are indigenous to our area-AVOID!

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property

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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Robbinsville

Located in Robbinsville, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Nantahala National Forest and Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest, while Junaluska Medicine Trail and Graham County Historical Association are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Robbinsville, NC

What's nearby

Santeetlah Lake - 14 min drive - 7.3 km
Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest - 28 min drive - 15.7 km
Cheoah River - 37 min drive - 27.5 km
Deals Gap - 55 min drive - 45.9 km
Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel - 72 min drive - 71.6 km

Getting around

Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 119 min drive

Restaurants

‪Tail of the Dragon Vacation Rentals - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Owl's Perch- Backwoods glamping cabin over amazing creek pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Owl's Perch- Backwoods glamping cabin over amazing creek?

As of 18 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Owl's Perch- Backwoods glamping cabin over amazing creek on 21 Apr 2025 start from AU$201.18, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Owl's Perch- Backwoods glamping cabin over amazing creek?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Owl's Perch- Backwoods glamping cabin over amazing creek?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Owl's Perch- Backwoods glamping cabin over amazing creek located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Nantahala National Forest and within 12 miles (20 km) of Santeetlah Lake and Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest. Junaluska Medicine Trail and Graham County Historical Association are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

13 Apr 2024

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

My Favorite Place!

This is my 3rd year stay. The beauty and sound of nature here give me peace. Alice is the very best host of any place I’ve ever stayed. I will definitely be back next year for my little piece of tranquility!

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johnny L.

6 Apr 2024

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

2 Days of Tranquility

We spent two days at the Perched Owl and sank into the coziness of the one room suite and found some peace sitting on the private deck listening and observing the river from above. It was a very grounding experience as there isn’t WiFi available and zero service in the area which helped eliminate any distractions. Alice was a great host, very friendly and welcoming and we can’t wait to spend a few more days after spring.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

2 Apr 2024

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

Great Stay

Had a nice weekend at the Owls Perch. Thank you Alice.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg W.

18 Mar 2024

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

Great R&R!

Beautiful!

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley S.

25 Oct 2023

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

Owl’s Perch Review

We greatly enjoyed the stay! Very nice cabin - as advertised. The hosts are friendly as well. Beautiful views and area!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David S.

20 Oct 2023

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

Exceptional site

Enjoyed our stay. The hosts were kind and helpful. Highly recommend!

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ninan A.

17 July 2023

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

Amazing place and great hosts

We went to stay one night at this beautiful cabin and it was better than advertised. Sounds from the creek was so soothing. We had a relaxing experience and Alice was great in giving us the directions and making us feel home once we got there. We highly recommend this place to whoever looking for a place to stay during their smoky mountains visit. Thanks, Ninan & Jasmin

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron M.

18 June 2023

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

Birding at the Owl's Perch

The Owl's Perch is situated in a remote forest overlooking a beautiful mountain stream. It's a tiny cabin, but very cleverly designed and outfitted. There are many craftsmanship features that help make a stay more peasant and memorable, like the surface of a bedside table made of a think slab of beautiful walnut. The very pretty deck features a trio of locally-carved uprights with animal sculptures. The hosts are very helpful with directions to the many natural attractions in the area. The last couple of dirt road miles approaching the cabin are quite rough, but my 2014 Prius managed it without faltering.Graham County is such a wonderful area and the Owl's Perch is a peaceful and inexpensive location from which to enjoy it.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marsha K.

1 June 2023

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

Lovely property and privacy

This was the first stay we had ever had in close proximity to property owners. And it was perfect. Owners provided the perfect blend of sharing local information and privacy/space. The property was as advertised. Simple, small and private with access to beautiful mountain stream-side sights and sounds.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

jonathan b.

19 Apr 2023

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

Little Getaway

Perfect for a couples getaway! Loved the space and the stream! Absolutely beautiful!

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

karen m.

11 Mar 2023

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

Haven’t stopped talking about it since

Beautiful, remote, and so unique! We loved it. Excellent and friendly hosts.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johanna H.

2 Jan 2023

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

Quiet and charming!

It was warm, cozy, and well appointed. We loved the sound of the rushing creek! We definitely recommend this place!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natalie H.

12 Nov 2022

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

Will definitely come again

This is our second time staying and we will definitely come back. Quiet and peaceful and the perfect size for 2 people

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrice G.

17 Oct 2022

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

Perfect weekend getaway

We rested well here and loved the sound of Squally Creek rushing below. It was a peaceful and beautiful place.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul D.

13 Oct 2022

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

Beautiful in every way!

Thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Will return very soon !

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Becky B.

1 Oct 2022

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

Love the Owl Perch

Alice gave us the best directions and instructions! The place was so unique. It is like a treehouse. We slept with the window open a little and the sound of the creek put us to sleep. We will be returning ❤️

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

James S., Huntsville, AL

26 Sept 2022

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

Great Stay

Had a nice relaxing stay here. It’s a great property, off the beaten path. You kind of have to just go there to appreciate it. Kind and helpful hosts. Beautiful area.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Todd A.

9 Sept 2022

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

Owl’s Perch is a hidden gem

We were looking for 2 things to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary…..to try something different and a peaceful, low stress get-away. The Owl’s Perch was this and so much more. Even though it is a small bunkhouse, I really think we would have been perfectly fine just hanging out in our little nest for 2 full days. We did enjoying sight-seeing and our day trips, but “the perch” was the highlight of our trip! Doug. Alice, and Skippy were wonderful hosts. We only chatted a few times during our short stay, but it felt like we were leaving friends. We look forward to our return!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rona M.

12 Aug 2022

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

Sweet, sweet spirit in this place!

Terrific getaway for 2. Very accommodating and pristine property! The hosts were great. If we are back in the area, we will book this property again!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

5 Aug 2022

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

Peaceful by the creek

It was delightful to sit above the creek reading and then to fall asleep to the sound if the water. Cabin small but cozy and immaculate with everything you need. Doug and Alice are wonderful hosts making you feel comfortable during your stay.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kaley C.

24 July 2022

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

Cute Tiny House

If you are looking to unplug and get away to a relaxing tiny house, then this is the place for you! Alice was so nice and accommodating. We enjoyed reading on the deck and listening to the water from the creek. The drive to the property was well off the beaten path so just make sure to have a vehicle with a clearance. Super cute place to get away from everything!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

30 May 2022

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

Awesome stay at Owl's Perch!

My wife and I celebrated our 29th anniversary here and it couldn't have been better! Cabin was very cute, steam was beautiful and relaxing, hosts were great! The roads getting into the cabin were not that bad as long as we followed here directions to a T. Definitely planning to go back!

Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Don D.

26 May 2022

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

Amazing place

It was all and more than we expected. Clean, comfortable and unbelievable view!!! Definitely recommend.

Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

marek d.

14 Apr 2022

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

Hidden Gem

Beautiful place in the middle of forest. Perfect, rustic cabin on the humming brook. Very nice and friendly hosts. If you need some quiet time you will find it here.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven C., Belfast, Maine USA

31 Mar 2022

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

A comfortable stay in a gorgeous spot!

The road was narrow, winding, and bumpy but our little Chevy Spark had no problem at all. The payoff is immediately apparent when you arrive. Alice has done a bang-up job of creating a little Shangri-la, right down to the sleepy old dog snoozing on the porch. We loved the signage on the path down by the stream! It IS important to follow Alice's written directions. I would also suggest you try to arrive while it's still daylight. Some of the landmarks might be hard to spot in the dark.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

About the host

Hosted by Alice Lumbard

We're Doug and Alice, originally from Illinois. We missed our creek property and slower lifestyle so we moved into our tiny vacation home.

Why they chose this property

We built this separate structure to host our family and friends. We think our boulder filled wild brook trout stream is something special so we decided to share it with guests who want to unplug, enjoy adventure (just getting here!), and nature.

Want to stay longer? We also rent out “The Junction" (#1493247) - a 400 square foot tiny house with full kitchen that sleeps 2, overlooking the same creek downstream.

What makes this property unique

You just can't beat our creek! The rushing water, the solitude of the forest. The highest compliment is when guests say they don't want to leave! We welcome you to come experience small living and see why less is more!

Languages:

English

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1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Only bedroom

1 bathroom

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