Kibbin | Private, Luxury Stone Cottage by Creek - McDowell County

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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6223 sq m

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Old Fort, North Carolina

Old Fort Monument8 min drive
Old Fort Railroad Museum8 min drive
Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)46 min drive
Mount Mitchell56 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

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.

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Greybeard Rentals

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Barbecue grill

Water view

Gorgeous spring blooms by framing Amazing Grace on Mackey Creek.

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

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

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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

About the area

Old Fort

Located in Old Fort, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. 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/biking trails and other activities like birdwatching.

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

Fatz - 10 min drive
Hillman Beer - 7 min drive
Dots Dario - 8 min drive
Hardee's - 8 min drive
Mr Bobs Donuts - 7 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 in the mountains, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Pisgah National Forest and within 6 miles (10 km) of Old Fort Monument and Old Fort Railroad Museum. Mountain Gateway Museum and Catawba River are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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

10/10 Excellent

DAVID A.

14 Sept 2023

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.

2 Mar 2023

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.

24 Oct 2022

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.

28 Jul 2022

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.

30 Jun 2022

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

About the host

Hosted by Greybeard Rentals

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.