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Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Old Fort, North Carolina
  • Pisgah National Forest
    1 min walk
  • Old Fort Monument
    8 min drive
  • Old Fort Railroad Museum
    8 min drive
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    46 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Kibbin | Private, Luxury Stone Cottage by Creek

Fall asleep to the music of Mackey Creek and awaken to a natural paradise! New stone cottage lodged in a secluded setting between pristine, rushing creek and mountainside, with the exquisite beamed interior of white pine, and locally sourced Linville blend stone and granite exterior. Heart pine floors on the main level and wool carpet in the loft. Marvin windows. Four skylights. Combination mountain cabin and Swedish decor. Architecturally exceptional in an extraordinary setting. Nestled near the Pisgah National Forest, the owners' property consists of 7 heavily wooded acres on the house side of Mackey Creek. The owners' back property line runs just below the back side of the ridge line hundreds of feet above the house. The front property line runs along the midpoint of the stream. The owners do not own the bridge over the creek.

About 3 miles by car from Curtis Creek Road leading to US Forest Service's Curtis Creek Campground and about 8 miles by car from the main trailhead for Mackey Mt. and Chesnutwood Mt. on Curtis Creek Road. Scenic access to the Blue Ridge Parkway (about a 15-mile drive from US 70 intersection with Curtis Creek Road) via Curtis Creek Road (steep, winding, mostly gravel, and open only from approximately April to November), which T's into US 70 about 3 miles W of the Kibbin; easy access to Parkway from East Asheville (35-minute drive) or Linville (45-minute drive). Linville Caverns and Linville Falls are a scenic 30-minute drive from the house.

The Biltmore Estate is within a half-hour drive, downtown Asheville within a 35-minute drive, and downtown Black Mountain within a 25-minute drive. Downtown Marion with its annual, nationally publicized Bigfoot Festival (media said that it drew 45,000 people in 2019) every September, and its Mountain Glory Festival every October, is within a 15-minute drive. Of interesting note, Kibbin was featured in the 2018 edition of "Cabin Living: Discovering The Simple American Getaway." A copy of the book is at the home for your enjoyment.

House Layout:
Ground Level-Corner bedroom with a king bed; a full hall bath (shower only); small corner bonus room with a twin bed
Main Level- dining table seats 8 with extender; wood fireplaces (one interior, one on porch); bedroom with a trundle bed; bedroom with a king bed; full hall bath
Upper Level-Loft with a king bed and a full bath (shower only)

Please Note: This home is not pet-friendly. The fire pit area is located across from the home, and you must cross a low-traffic road to use it.

Property manager

Greybeard Rentals
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available
Water view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets 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
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

About the area

Old Fort

Located in Old Fort, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Pisgah National Forest and Catawba River reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Old Fort Railroad Museum and The Merry Wine Market. Ten Thousand Villages and Emerald Village are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking and other activities like birdwatching.
Map
Old Fort, North Carolina

What's nearby

  • Old Fort Monument - 8 min drive
  • Old Fort Railroad Museum - 8 min drive
  • Catawba Falls - 15 min drive
  • Mount Mitchell State Park - 51 min drive
  • Mount Mitchell - 56 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hillman Beer - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fatz Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mr Bobs Donuts - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Dots Dario - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kibbin | Private, Luxury Stone Cottage by Creek pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Kibbin | Private, Luxury Stone Cottage by Creek?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kibbin | Private, Luxury Stone Cottage by Creek?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kibbin | Private, Luxury Stone Cottage by Creek located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is steps from Pisgah National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Old Fort Monument and Old Fort Railroad Museum. Mountain Gateway Museum and Catawba River are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

DAVID A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family time
The cabin itself is one of the nicer properties we’ve stayed in. Clean, tons of space, and beautiful surroundings. My kids absolutely loved the creek and played there for hours. We had a great time in the evening around the fire pit. The only (slightly) negative thing I have on this listing is that I thought it would be truly private. Across the bridge there is a building where we had a few ppl in and out of. Not a big deal, but we were hoping we’d be by ourselves in the middle of nowhere. All in all, we’ll be back and probably bring some additional family with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long Weekend Getaway
Very nice and beautiful home. You seem isolated when there but you are only 15 minutes from town. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cottage!
We had a wonderful stay at Kibbin. The cottage is absolutely beautiful! It was in immaculate shape and beautifully decorated. My son told me he felt famous staying there :) It is in close proximity to multiple mountain towns, but there is not much to do immediately around the cabin. Be prepared to disconnect (we had no cell phone service and a weaker internet signal), but that was part of the fun. Would 100% stay here again and recommend. Perfect family fall getaway, we were sad to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

truie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Timmons vacay
Wonderful views with beautiful accommodations!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Josh S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden Gem
Located in the peaceful hills of Old Fort, NC (about 30 mins from Asheville), the Kibbin is a perfect location for an inspiring novelist needing a quiet retreat or an adventurous family needing a home base after a long day of enjoying the great outdoors. The local property managers were very communicative and easy to work, making this beautiful cabin an easy choice for anyone looking for a hidden gem!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful weekend getaway!
Had a wonderful time. Well appointed cabin on a beautiful river setting. Abundantly stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gisele G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Business retreat for three
Excellent and beautiful home. We’ll designed, comfortable and in a beautiful setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Eric D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and relaxing family trip
The booking process was super easy and being that it was last minute due to another companies cancellation that was extremely helpful. The cabin is in a decent location and had almost everything that was needed. There were a few minor issues but nothing that would keep us from recommending this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cottage
We drove from Florida so our kids could have some winter fun. This house manages to be spacious and cozy at the same time with a stone cottage exterior and a warm cabin interior. Very peaceful relaxing setting on a flowing creek and convenient location with Asheville and Black Mountain in one direction, with Sugar Mountain and Beach Mountain ski resorts in the other direction.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aleksandra G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin
Beautifully designed cabin and it has a lot of space as well! WE enjoyed the fireplace and the sound of the creek every morning.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Scott M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting very comfortable cabin.
This property is in a beautiful setting. The sound of the stream and views of the surrounding woods is very peaceful. It can be challenging to get to at night but we learned our way quickly. Old Fort and Black Mountain are an easy drive and have several great restaurants and shopping in Black Mountain. Asheville, the Biltmore and the Omni are all easy drives, about 25-40 min.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021

6/10 Okay

wanda e.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
September 16th 2021
Inside cabin was great but the outside was so overgrown we could not enjoy it

10/10 Excellent

Becky I., Marco Island

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous Cabin
From check in to check out everything was wonderful about “Kibbin”. The property is really tucked into the hill beside the road so it can be hard to see when you first arrive. Inside it’s absolutely stunning and had everything we needed. We loved listening to the creek from the bedrooms since the weather was nice enough to open the windows at night. Beautiful decorating, thoughtful design and a charming location make this one of the best properties I’ve stayed in. We all loved it. Thank you so much for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patrick B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
good cabin, well maintained
well kept and well appointed
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marie W., Virginia Beach, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little Slice of Heaven
In the past, we've had some pretty horrific experiences when renting vacation homes. We were pleasantly surprised to find this large, rustic, stone house in beautiful condition, clean, and with all relative information easy to find on the fridge. The location is amazing (right on the creek, in the middle of nowhere -- just the way we like it), the interior is comfortably designed and there was plenty of space for our 6 guests to lounge either together or independently. The back deck was so quaint; I was sad that it was so hot, or we would've spent more time out there. Such a great house for entertaining. We got engaged while we were there, and we're already talking about possibly booking it to stay for our wedding! Thanks for having us!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

paula C., Newport

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kibben Cabin
This was our 2nd time at the cabin. We absolutely love staying here. We love having the river below. We love that there is a bedroom and bath on each floor. The side patio is our favorite place at this property. We have never used the fire pit next to the river, but hope to the next time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

kim h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway
This house has everything you need for your getaway. Near Asheville and other hotspots. Beautiful home nestled next to a creek. The only downside, and not the fault of anyone, is the WiFi and cellular are very limited due to location. Bring a book and some family games. You won’t be disappointed with this home.

10/10 Excellent

Tara O., Atlanta, Georgia

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Plenty of room for everyone
Great layout/plenty of room for the family. Very comfortable and quiet home
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jamey T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Place
Everything was exactly what we were looking for and Grey Beard Rentals went above and beyond expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Deborah P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Along the stream
We enjoyed playing/walking in the stream, hiking at nearby National parks, and sharing family time. Kibbin Creek was a secluded and peaceful location. Greybeard realty was great to work with. There were some maintenance and cleanliness issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jen W., Richmond, VA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We will be back!
My 13 year old described the cabin interior as the setting of a Disney movie. It is lovely! My 17 year old son had his waders on and was on the creek fishing for trout every day. My mom said now that we are back home she can’t sleep without the sound of the creek. We had a wonderful time and look forward to coming back with friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matthew C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home and location!
Very clean and well appropriated cabin in an incredible location!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
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10/10 Excellent

David C.

Getaway
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Most enjoyable! Great house!

10/10 Excellent

Fred R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Beautiful and Secluded Gem of a Place to Stay!
This is a beautiful “cabin”, custom built, three levels, in a quiet and secluded location. Although you won’t get a mountaintop view, what you do get is a creek side oasis with a porch to enjoy the rushing water. About two or three miles out of Old Fort, it was very convenient to the surrounding forests, Black Mountain, and the other falls and mountain attractions. Very well maintained, with all of the amenities, and super comfortable! We highly recommend it!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kai C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great off the beaten path for families
This property is great. Very large and off the beaten path, but easy day trips to many of the local places to hike and things to see. Perfect place to relax by the creek after a long day
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Greybeard Rentals

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Greybeard Rentals manages vacation rentals and vacation cabins in Asheville, Black Mountain, Montreat, Old Fort and surrounding areas. Located 10-15 minutes from downtown Asheville, Black Mountain is a quaint town with many great shopping options, delicious restaurants, breweries and access to hiking trails and wilderness areas. TripAdvisor named Black Mountain one of America's Prettiest Towns in 2017. Asheville is home to award-winning restaurants, stunning mountain views with access to areas like the Blue Ridge Parkway, The Biltmore Estate, and a variety of local art and culture. Oh, and did we mention Asheville has had the record for having more breweries per capita than any other U.S. city? We held the title for Beer City USA in 2009. Hiking trails are also located throughout western North Carolina.

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