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Craftsman Style River House sitting on the French Broad River!

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Craftsman style Riverfront Cabin!
River Front on the French Broad
Exterior
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Hot Springs, NC
  • Huff Island
    1 min walk
  • Paint Creek Recreation Area
    10 min drive
  • Madison County Public Library
    15 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Craftsman Style River House sitting on the French Broad River!

“TO ALL OF OUR BELOVED GUESTS - First and foremost I hope all of you are safe and well. THE CABIN MADE IT THROUGH THE FLOOD BUT IN NEED OF SOME REPAIRS SO NOT RENTABLE AT THIS TIME. ALSO WILL DEPEND ON HOW FAST ROADS ARE ABLE TO BE REPAIRED. I WILL UPDATE SOON.” Thank you so much. If want something different you have found it! Constructed from reclaimed materials by the owner featuring two bedrooms and two full baths w/deluxe showers. We are located 6 miles (3 of the six miles are gravel) from the Appalachian Trail town of Hot Springs, NC and a 45 minute drive from Asheville NC.

Perfect for a relaxing get away and equally great for the outdoor enthusiast!
Sit on the porch and watch the River flow by! Build a campfire and roast some marshmallows, maybe even pitch a tent. Put on your hiking shoes and enjoy some of the many nearby trails.
The French Broad River works great for Kayaks, Canoes, Tubes and Rafts. Put in up river and get out right at your cabin!
We are told by local fishermen that we have one of the best fishing spots on the River! Also, just down the road is a Premier Trout Fishing Creek located in the "Paint Creek Corridor."
Close to Mtn. Bike Trails a world class Trout Fishing Stream, hiking or back packing.
This is a bird watchers paradise! You may catch a glimpse of the resident bald eagle that frequently circles overhead or hear the geese honking as they fly up and down the river in formation.

Pull out your bicycle and ride a 24 mile loop from Paint Creek to Hot Springs or a shorter 12 mile loop through Paint Creek Corridor and back.
One of the greatest features to enjoy is the large, beautiful wrap around porch and the private upper veranda
On the main level you enter from covered car port into open concept, full kitchen/living dining area with table and room to sit at the bar.
Leather Sectional, wood beams and fireplace with stone profile and wood stove insert add to the cozy feel of the cabin.
The bedroom on main level has walk in closet and King Size Bed. Main level bathroom is large w/Washer & Dryer, large tile shower and exit to wrap around covered porch that is 750 sq feet and has multiple doors for entry/exit convenience.

Upstairs, the Master Suite w/King Size bed and en suite bathroom has french doors leading to a private covered veranda overlooking the river. Hear the sounds of the rushing river and bask in the afternoon sun in private.

We hope you can come enjoy the peace and tranquility of this beautiful spot surrounded by the Pisgah and Cherokee National Forest and the French Broad River!

Property manager

Tom & Leann Howard
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
No pets upstairs, on beds, or furniture.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Buckets with sand provided on porch.
Due to past issues have to say again no pets in beds or upstairs. If we see evidence of it you will be charged an extra cleaning fee.
Pets to be in crate when guests are away from the house.

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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hot Springs

Located in Hot Springs, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Hot Springs Resort And Spa and Paint Creek Recreation Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Pisgah National Forest and French Broad River. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Hot Springs, NC

What's nearby

  • Huff Island - 1 min walk
  • Paint Creek Recreation Area - 10 min drive
  • Hot Springs Resort And Spa - 16 min drive
  • Max Patch - 59 min drive
  • Hatley Pointe Ski Resort - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Smoky Mountain Diner - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Big Pillow Brewing - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Iron Horse Station - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Vinyl Pies - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Food Shack - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Craftsman Style River House sitting on the French Broad River! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Craftsman Style River House sitting on the French Broad River!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Craftsman Style River House sitting on the French Broad River!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Craftsman Style River House sitting on the French Broad River! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cabin is steps away from French Broad River and Huff Island. Pisgah National Forest and Cane Islands are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Randy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
The house itself is incredible. I marveled for days at the log cabin type construction. The porch overlooking the river is awesome. Such a roomy, private, serene property. The wifeand I really lovy loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet time on the river
We thoroughly enjoyed the cabin, which is beautifully constructed with a rustic appearance and sits on the bank of the French Broad River. The cabin is perfectly designed and is cozy and comfortable. We loved the open kitchen, the wide covered porch and the sense of being remote without actually being in the middle of nowhere. We never left the cabin but instead enjoyed the peaceful space and the gorgeous view.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful trip
I was amazed at the beautiful craftsmanship of this home. Everything was clean and orderly. My family enjoyed the fishing and swimming in the Frenchbroad River. Thank you Leann for being a great host.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
“Peace and Quiet” lives here
Our 80th VRBO / vacation rental and it was one of the most unique houses we’ve stayed in. Met the owners when we arrived 15 min early and upon entering the house I told them y’all need new photos! The ones on their listing isnot doing justice to this amazing property. It’s HUGE! Top of the line ! Everything you need for restful sleep, comfort, feeding yourselves. Well stocked kitchen. The porch and the river below is awesome…unfortunately the extreme heat that we’ve been experiencing where at home followed us and it was too hot to sit outside except early in the day. Communication was great with the owner and we had a great five days looking at mountains and enjoying a change of scenery. Thanks y’all!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

lisa g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden Gem
This cabin along the river is truly a hidden gem! Quiet and private, right on the river. Only a 15 min drive to downtown Hot Springs and several hikes and bikes. Great stay for a family or a couple in a getaway. It exceeded my expectations!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot on the river
We had a wonderful time and this lovely house! The pictures are an accurate reflection this property. We hope to come back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

stephanie s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great spot right on the river
Loved the house... very comfortable. We came up to fish but it rained so there was no fishing to be had, so we drove around and had lovely adventures. Definitely need all wheel or 4 wheel drive to get to house as several miles are a lovely gravel road right along the river.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

jacinda d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Relaxing MTN getaway in NC
Clean, beautiful, comfortable! Haven’t had a better NC trip in the 25 years we’ve been coming to this area! Total Gem, can’t wait to come back ❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wende R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terrific!
What a perfect place to relax and enjoy the river and the beautiful mountain town of Hot Springs! The house is super clean and really beautiful. It's private but not isolated, right in the Pisgah Forest on the French Broad River. I visited with a friend and we each had a large, comfortable bedroom and bath. The kitchen is nicely equipped with everything we needed and the living area has good quality, comfy furniture. Best of all is the large porch and second story balcony on the river. A wedding venue across the river (and out of sight) happened to have great music on the weekend evenings that we could enjoy from the privacy of our zero gravity chairs watching the river flow by. We saw an amazing full moon, fireflies, lots of birds and bunnies and waded in the river to cool off. It would be a great place to tube or canoe.The little town of Hot Springs just 6 miles away is an interesting mixture of locals, tourists and through hikers from the AT and has a couple of good restaurants. Leann was a responsive and pleasant host. I would definitely return! Maybe next time for autumn leaves and the use of the great fireplace.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin on the French broad
We had a great stay! Clean, nice area, right on river.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chuck B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our Favorite Place
We just love everything about this place. Location, location, location.The HUGE wrap around porch on the river. Cozy comfy homey.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonita F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls getaway
This was a fantastic girls weekend with my girls. A gorgeous cabin right on the river with an amazing deck. We saw eagles, ospreys and an otter swimming by while having coffee on the deck. We also relaxed at the near by hot spring spas for an hour got dinner at one of the local taverns. Tried our hands at fishing while relaxing near the water. Amazing place to relax and unwind. Definitely coming back for a much longer stay. FYI: Stop at a grocery store prior to coming into the local town it has very few options if you want particular food options or wine.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael S B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shane and Krissy, Luna
Absolutely beautiful! Right on the river! Good fishing and relaxation 😊 definitely going back many times. Thanks Tom and Leann!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Douglas R.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Nice getaway
We enjoyed our stay. Had a little issue upon arrival but the issue was handled immediately. A little too cold to enjoy the outside, but I imagine the spring, summer and fall would be awesome.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas 2023
This is our favorite place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas Getaway
We loved our stay for Christmas on the river! It was perfect. The house was great. It was a great location. We can’t wait to go back
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy F., Corolla, NC.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
quick getaway
Our favorite property in the Asheville area. We always love staying!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Getaway
Wife and I both thoroughly enjoyed it! Cabin is a little ways outside of hot springs but is absolutely gorgeous sitting on the river. Great place to get away and relax. Grab a cup of coffee, sit on the porch, and listen to the river!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fishing Trip on the French Broad River
The house was perfect for our stay. We had everything we needed to enjoy a comfortable fishing trip on the French Broad River. We caught fish we never caught before. You can also enjoy a very quick drive or walk to Tennessee and fish some of the fishing holes in the area. There is a lot to explore and do other than fishing. I would highly recommend to anyone looking to get away and enjoy the surroundings of the French Broad River. Will visit again in the near future.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet B., Monroe, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
MeMaw
Second time staying at this amazing house. Loved the porch overlooking river, watching wildlife (saw an eagle), and especially being secluded and quiet! Very relaxing anniversary.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Yet
We have been going to Hot Springs for 40+ years. I have stayed all over the place there. This house is by far the nicest on yet. Great job!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin directly on the river.
Wonderful experience, large bathrooms, lots of porch space for relaxing, plenty of pots/pans/cooking stuff. We didn't need a property so large it turned out, but it was very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn B., Mobile, AL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful French Broad Retreat
This place is truly a one of a kind peaceful & magical retreat. I couldn’t decide what I liked best, hiking the numerous trails nearby, walking the dogs to & throughout the Paint Creek corridor right down the road, riding my mountain bike down River Road, soaking in my tube on the French Broad (tasty beverage in hand of course!), or just sitting out on the spacious deck watching the river flow by. I even saw a river otter swim by! We are in love with the area & with this cabin, it felt like staying in the Smokies without the awful crowds, spectacular!!! ❤️
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our little getaway
Warm welcoming place to vacation. Every amenity you need is there. Plenty of outdoor activity around the area to enjoy. Contact with property manager was easy and professional. Definitely a vacation place i will book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Check-in was great. This home is not a cabin but a beautifully thought-out and constructed home. The proportions are way more comfortable than the pictures and "cabin" imply. I really liked that the home had some provisions but lots of room for ours. My communications with Leann were efficient, kind and clear. I hope we can return many times.
Stayed 16 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Tom & Leann Howard

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We are Tom and Leann Howard and have two adult children and a few Boxers. Our son John is the oldest and our youngest is daughter, Jessica. This Craftsman Style Cabin was constructed by us, the Owners.
It has taken a few years and we are so excited to finally be able to share it with others! We hope you enjoy it as much as we do!

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with the property because of the beauty and abundance of outdoor activities available. Where else can you enjoy the River and Mountains and have the quaint town of Hot Springs nearby and also a short drive to Asheville, NC.
Tom grew up camping in Paint Creek (Just down the road from the Cabin) as a child and spent many summers swimming in the clear cold water and hiking the many trails that the Cherokee National Forest offers. We accidentally stumbled upon this spot on a full moon night after a visit to the Hot Springs Spa Hot Tubs. We fell in love with this spot and couldn't get it out of our minds. It is an amazing place to decompress and enjoy family and friends.

What makes this property unique

River front, private, large outdoor living space with room for several tents in the summer if needed. Also access to 5 acre common area that has pavilion and fire pit and ability to pull out larger rafts there. Common area is owned by 6 different owners inc. us and if you happen to meet them they are a cool bunch to get to know. "There are some restrictions to use of common area." Great place to ride Bicycles, walk, hike, sit around and play music and get inspired by nature. Avid bird watchers tell us that this area is a local hot spot for bird watching. Short drive to Asheville and about an hour and a half to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the areas of Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg and theme park, Dollywood.

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