Mountains, Rivers, Waterfalls, Family Friendly Private ! Bring your RV

3 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 14102 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Balsam Grove, NC

Brevard College29 min drive
Looking Glass Falls31 min drive
Brevard Music Center35 min drive
Pickens, SC (LQK-Pickens County)67 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

+3

4 Single Beds, 2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed, 1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Dining Area

About this property

Gather together in our rustic and remote little house near Brevard, NC. Lot's of bed's and amenities included that are not included in many others. Our place is great launching point for waterfall hikes, fishing, hunting, hiking, biking etc... Don't expect the Beverly Hilton or Luxury Decor it's just a good ol' little country house that holds lot's of people, with some odd decor.

We tried to make this a home away from home for your group to enjoy. Although, it will be Cycling focused it will be a great place also for: Fly Fishing, Motorcycle Touring, Waterfall Seekers, Hiking, Hunting, Rock Climbing, Kayaking (Class 4/5 Rapids), Bird Watching, Yoga Camps, Sight Seeing, Artists etc... We are nestled in the foothills of Pisgah and Wayehutta Forest at the bottom of the Blue Ridge Parkway. This is the spot where the EPIC 215 Climb starts (Known as a Legendary Climb among Cyclists). Scenic routes are everywhere, Road, Mountain and Gravel. Traffic is extremely low. The Sanitarium has much more than your typical cabin. Currently, sleeps 12+ (soon to be 20+ with external pods (borg style) with 3 full baths and 1 outdoor bath/shower. In addition, we have an RV/Camper site on the property with all hookups if you wanna spread out your group can book both. (You must inquire about this site as to availability). Enjoy the 5+ acres with incredible views and seclusion. There are lot's of maps and other cycling related items at cabin. This is a great place to bring your Team camps and/or groups to enjoy all this area has to offer. The views and ruggedness are spectacular. You are only a 25-30 min. drive to downtown Brevard. We can do custom arrangements if needed while you're there as well. Just call or email and let us know what you need for your group and we will send you a quote and accommodate. I am a cyclist and I know what you want! Lot's of Strava segments to gauge yourself against other world class cyclist (or not). You can just roll right up 215 from the cabin and be at the highest part of the blue ridge parkway near Devil's Courthouse and Richland Balsam in a flash. I got hooked on this place years ago and I know you will be also. Don't fret if you're not a cyclist. We are right there near Shining Rock Wilderness and Black Balsam for you hikers as well as a host of other trails. This area is also well known as a Fly Fisherman Haven and almost dead center in the heart of the Land of Waterfalls. Davidson River is approx. 4 miles away (MTB'r's will know what that means). Ride right out of the cabin to Gloucaster Gap and then onto your favorite trail - Farlow, Daniel's Ridge, Butter Gap. If shopping is your passion then head over to Brevard or Waynesville. Just over an hour away is the popular town of Cherokee where there is a Casino for any Gamblers. Please come get yourself well at the Sanitarium. We have 2 fire pits with firewood included.

I won't be available in person but you can text/call me with any questions

Property manager

Scott

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Mountain view

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Guest is required to sign Renter Agreement. Security deposit hold required of $400.

Minimum age of primary renter is 30 years old

No smoking / No parties or events

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 private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

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

Balsam Grove

Located in Balsam Grove, 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 Nantahala National Forest, while Transylvania Heritage Museum and Brevard Music Center are cultural highlights. Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute and Crystal Mountain Gem Mine are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Balsam Grove, NC

What's nearby

Courthouse Falls - 18 min drive
Brevard College - 29 min drive
Looking Glass Falls - 31 min drive
Brevard Music Center - 35 min drive
Sliding Rock - 35 min drive

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 57 min drive

Restaurants

Smoke Rise Field Club - 18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountains, Rivers, Waterfalls, Family Friendly Private ! Bring your RV pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Mountains, Rivers, Waterfalls, Family Friendly Private ! Bring your RV?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountains, Rivers, Waterfalls, Family Friendly Private ! Bring your RV?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mountains, Rivers, Waterfalls, Family Friendly Private ! Bring your RV located?

Situated on the riverfront, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Pisgah National Forest and Nantahala National Forest. Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute and Courthouse Falls are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Shelly B.

25 Jul 2022

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

Quiet getaway

Super quiet, away from it all within distance to town and activities. Gave us a lot of recommendations and where to eat and places to see. Very helpful and generous.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather B.

8 Jul 2022

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

Scott’s House

This was our first time at Pisgah and Scott was flexible from the beginning of my booking when I asked to change dates he did it promptly and happily! We loved loved loved the quirkiness of the house…something we will talk about for years I am sure! We used the record player nonstop and was a great addition to the ambiance. The service is spotty since we were in the mountains as expected but Scott was an incredible host sending points of interest before and answering questions as the trip went on although I tried not to bother him too much!! The kitchen had everything we needed I would recommend adding a plastic spatula so as not to mess up the nonstick pans. There were great outdoor living spaces- we played darts, roasted marshmallows, yardzee, the ring swing game….I wish I could fully describe this house…it’s just an experience in itself! Thank you Scott!!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Larry D.

11 Jun 2022

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

Fun place with character!

Lots of stuff to look at and laugh about! Find the tiny baby we left! It’s only an inch long so it might be tough! . Nice picnic area, dogs loved running about, teenager boys went exploring. 16 yr old loved the frogs/toads. 15 yr old loved running his dog all over playing darts and disappearing into the loft entrance, nice and easy outdoor high fire pit with lots of wood ready, easy to arrange rental. Plenty of outlets and internet access, used Wi-Fi for phone service. Landline there also if needed. Plenty of games inside and out. Very enjoyable close to lots of activities!

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea W.

13 Jan 2022

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

Our Sanitarium Visit

The Cloud Mtn Sanitarium was perfectly unique! The 4 children, (ages 12-19), absolutely loved it! I believe one called it, “dope” , which is a good thing these days 🤷‍♀️! The firewood kept us toasty warm, the games were a nice entertainment, the grill was used for hamburgers and hotdogs, the views and quiet landscape was much needed. We were close enough to spend a day in both Asheville and in Bryson City. We brought the warm weather with us so our skiing trip is postponed but we hope to be back next year (weather permitting) and we’d love to stay, again. Thank you for your hospitality!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Connie P.

6 Jan 2022

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

It was great

It was great no problems or issues

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by Scott

Been a cyclist for 30+ years and love to climb mountains. I found this area on accident when I got lost coming home from florida back in 1998. I've been hooked ever since. The remoteness, ruggedness, and low traffic makes this an epic area for both road and mountain biking as well as hiking, and other outdoorsy stuff. I basically wanted to create a little compound to share the area with others.

Why they chose this property

I specifically picked this area due to it's location. You know what they say...Location, Location, Location. If your a cyclist on strava just look up where all the rides go, they go right here. We have one the most epic climbs there is 215. Wanna see how you fare on an 8 mile 7% climbs? Well, it's right out the front door. Davidson River MTB area is only 4-5 miles away and you have all the epic mtb rides at your fingertip as well. I ride it. You don't need to pack up the bikes and drive somewhere...YOUR THERE! It's also, a quick launching point to go out to sightsee the Blue Ridge Parkway, Waterfalls, Hiking, Trout Fishing etc...Your just a rock skip away from downtown Brevard for some shopping and nightlife as well. This is for the folks that want to be up in the action area and like a taste of remoteness and peace.

What makes this property unique

We fell in love with this house and location. It needed quite a bit of work and will continue to always be improved up. Included Firewood and Coffee !! We also have much more on site that is all inclusive more than other places. We have bike wash stations, bike shop with the basics, lot's of chairs, fire pits, horse shoes, outdoor kitchen, walking trails, projector system, gravity chair, wifi, coffee station, on and on....

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