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Outdoor spa tub
Exterior
5 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
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Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 13

Popular amenities

  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space

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Black Mountain, NC
  • Popular LocationBlack Mountain Center for the Arts22 min drive
  • Popular LocationLake Tomahawk24 min drive
  • Popular LocationCatawba Falls31 min drive
  • AirportAsheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)49 min drive

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About the neighborhood

Black Mountain

In Black Mountain .Within a 5-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Pisgah National Forest and Catawba River. White Horse Black Mountain and Black Mountain Center for the Arts are within 12 miles (20 km).

What's nearby

  • White Horse Black Mountain - 22 min drive
  • Black Mountain Center for the Arts - 22 min drive
  • Lake Tomahawk - 24 min drive
  • Robert Lake Park - 28 min drive
  • Catawba Falls - 31 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks - 22 min drive
  • McDonald's - 22 min drive
  • Wendy's - 21 min drive
  • Foothills Grange - 22 min drive
  • Starbucks - 22 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Big Sky Lodge 5 Br+ Bonus - 4 Ensuites, Mt Views

Summary:
5 Bedroom + Bonus Bunk Room Log Home with Amazing Long Range Views, Hot Tub and Game Room. 4 Ensuites! Miles of Hiking Trails Nearby. Pet Friendly.

The Space:
BIG SKY LODGE: Professionally Managed by Master Diamond Properties

If you are looking for a unique mountain getaway experience in a custom log home with long range views, you have found it! This is the place where family quality time, fun and memories will be made. Big Sky Lodge is a 4400 square foot cabin built of 9”southern yellow pine logs and sitting on 10 acres, affording majestic views that will exceed your expectations. The views from this home are breathtaking! Big Sky Lodge backs up to a section of the 500,000 acre Pisgah National Forest with miles of hiking trails, streams, and waterfalls including the popular Upper Catawba Falls. A true nature lovers and hikers dream come true, the national forest is home to an abundance of wildlife including black bear, bobcat, coyote, whitetail deer, and wild turkey.

The location
The cabin is located in The Catawba Falls Preserve, a gated mountain community preserve with paved roads, located just 9 miles (18 minutes) from the quaint town of Black Mountain and 24 miles (35 minutes) from Asheville. There is easy access to the property from the paved community roads. A long private driveway allows you to pull right up to the front door. As long as snow/ice not imminent, any car can easily access the cabin (a 4WD vehicle is normally not necessary). In addition, this cabin is one of the few in the mountains that has no steps at its entrance, making access a breeze. One can unload car and walk just a few steps straight through front door.

A unique home
From the massive eastern red cedar log deck posts to the colorful barn quilts, to the “fish” greeting you above the entrance, this house is “unique”. Patterned after the traditional log home styles common to the north woods of Maine or the Rocky Mountain foothills of Wyoming, the home is an authentic pine log cabin (not log vaneer) that finished construction in 2016. It includes 5 bedrooms, 4 of which have Ensuites (There are 4 full bathrooms). A bonus bunkroom is located in the lower level. There is a well stocked custom kitchen featuring granite countertops, and granite sink with stainless steel refrigerator, and Bosch dishwasher. There is a GE cooktop and oven with microwave. There is a Dutch oven, crock pot, blender and a large selection of pots, pans, cooking utensils plus myriad spices. The cozy vaulted dining room features a long rustic table with chairs and a long luxurious cushioned bench that can easily accommodate 10 adults. The table can be expanded if needed.

With a wall of large west facing windows you can enjoy grand mountain views from inside the vaulted great room while relaxing around the cozy wood stove (full cord of firewood stored next to driveway). On those rainy days, browse the large great room book collection containing literary classics and new releases and read a book while relaxing in the Amish rocking chairs. A large selection of games, puzzles and DVDs are also available. This is the traditional mountain cabin of your dreams with red canoe hanging from great room rafters, mounted trout displayed over large smart TV and quirky (but not real) wildlife hiding throughout the house.
The walkout lower level includes a large game room-living room featuring a ping pong table, foosball table and air hockey table and also features a large screen smart TV with surrounding couches. The lower level bedrooms are split with the game room-living room located between them. DirecTV with expanded sports package provides guests with a wide variety of viewing options from sporting events to movies and local TV channels. The cabin uses a high speed internet system provided by StarLink with three Netgear routers which provide speeds up to 230 mbps. This system allows great streaming with little to no buffering, and is adequate for videoconferencing from most rooms in the cabin for those guests with virtual job responsibilities. The smart TVs also have the apps you expect and which you can access with your login/pw. There is reliable cell phone service from most cellular carriers at the cabin. Since there are no actual phone lines supplying the neighborhood, we provide a “landline” phone which is actually a voice over internet (VoIP) phone. Please note that in the rare event of a power outage, the VoIP phone will not be functional.

Bedroom Configuration
The cabin is set up perfect for extended families or multiple couples vacationing together. The cabin can accommodate 13 comfortably in beds which includes 3 in the bunk area.
Bedroom #1: King master bedroom is on the main level and has its own bathroom with walk-in shower and whirlpool tub. The room has a smart TV and features poplar bark and log walls and views of the National Forest.
Bedroom #2: Queen bedroom is also on main level, with its own bathroom with walk-in shower and smart TV. This bedroom features its own private side deck.
Bedroom #3: A Loft King bedroom with full bathroom and walk-in shower. This room features amazing views of the mountains in the National Forest. Please note: This is a loft bedroom and while very private and set back, it is kept open below in order to capture the beautiful views.
Bedroom #4: Lower Level King bedroom with full bathroom and walk-in shower. It features views of the mountains and forest and opens on to the lower level patio with porch swing.
Bedroom #5: Lower Level King bedroom. This is the only bedroom not connected to its own bathroom.
Bonus Bunk room area: Lower Level bunk room area with a full and twin bunk beds as well as a queen bed. Please Note: This is a good room for kids and as such the door has been removed to keep the room open in order to enhance supervision.

The beds are all made up prior to your arrival and quality towels and linens are provided.
The bathrooms are furnished with Eco brand soaps and shampoos.

Cabin Exterior and Property
The 10 acre cabin property is very quiet and peaceful with breathtaking views. There is a main level wrap around deck that includes a covered outdoor sitting room with sectional couch. There are plenty of other comfortable outdoor seating options including a dining table with benches and numerous rocking chairs and chaises. The rear deck is the place to relax with your favorite glass of pinot and enjoy the mountain views, forest smells, and cool breezes while lulled to sleep listening to the whippoorwill and horned owls. Hungry? Well then fire up the propane grill located near the covered deck sitting area (propane provided). The lower level patio features a 6 person Hot Tub where you can mellow out in privacy while being on the lookout for black bears (which have been known to explore the hot tub area).

Bored?? Then take a hike: This cabin even has its own private trail that leads down to the Catawba River headwaters and the Pisgah National Forest. (This is a non-maintained trail so always use Trail Sense- don’t hike alone, take food/water/flashlight, let others know your itinerary, take cell phone but be aware that cell signal is not dependable in deeper parts of the forest). A more spectacular and better maintained hike is the ever popular Upper Catawba Falls trail, a must see for every visitor. The Upper falls trailhead is located a short ½ mile (10 minute walk) to the end of our road. Once at the trailhead, the hike to the falls is about 30-45 minutes each way. Be careful with young children because of steep sections and falling risks.
Or wet a line and go fishing: For the fly fishermen (and women) in your group, Curtis Creek is a 35 minute drive from the cabin. This is an amazing body of water with wild and stocked rainbow, brown and brook trout. There is even a local outfitter in our nearby town of Black Mountain that can help you with supplies and even provide fishing guides. Amazingly, you can also fish within walking distance of the cabin – we have caught small rainbow trout along the Catawba River as it runs along the above mentioned Catawba Falls Trail.
And don’t forget the shopping, restaurants, breweries, art scene and live music offerings in nearby Black Mountain and Asheville.

Pets
We are people friendly and pet friendly (actually some of our favorite past guests have been of the canine variety). Up to 2 well behaved dogs (and 13 well behaved humans) are permitted with $195 pet fee assessed per stay.

Other Details.
We keep our availability calendar up to date. Please check our calendar before inquiring about availability. We usually respond to all email inquiries promptly. We have a 3 night minimum stay requirement in low season (Sept and Nov-May excluding holidays and spring break) and a 7 day minimum stay requirement in high season (Memorial Day through Labor Day). The month of October requires a 4 night minimum.

Cleanliness.
We take cleaning our house seriously. We have instructed our housekeeping team on the latest recommendations such as high heat laundry settings, airing out cabin during cleanings and disinfecting all surfaces.

The Final Word
Don’t leave your suburban home to travel to the mountains only to stay in another suburban mansion. If you desire to experience the mountain magic of western North Carolina, then stay in a traditional styled sportsman’s lodge type cabin with its own unique quirky charm. Look no further than The Big Sky Lodge! Serving mountain explorers since 2016.

Property manager

Michael Masterman or Jason Diamond, Master Diamond Properties, Inc.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Charge may apply

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Big Sky Lodge 5 Br+ Bonus - 4 Ensuites, Mt Views to the airport?

This vacation home is 31.8 mi (49-min drive) away from the Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Big Sky Lodge 5 Br+ Bonus - 4 Ensuites, Mt Views have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Big Sky Lodge 5 Br+ Bonus - 4 Ensuites, Mt Views to the beach?

This vacation home is 18 mi (33-min drive) from Lake Lure Beach and Water Park.

Does Big Sky Lodge 5 Br+ Bonus - 4 Ensuites, Mt Views offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Big Sky Lodge 5 Br+ Bonus - 4 Ensuites, Mt Views?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Big Sky Lodge 5 Br+ Bonus - 4 Ensuites, Mt Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Big Sky Lodge 5 Br+ Bonus - 4 Ensuites, Mt Views?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Big Sky Lodge 5 Br+ Bonus - 4 Ensuites, Mt Views have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Big Sky Lodge 5 Br+ Bonus - 4 Ensuites, Mt Views have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Big Sky Lodge 5 Br+ Bonus - 4 Ensuites, Mt Views to downtown Black Mountain?

This vacation home is 3.9 mi away from Black Mountain.

Big Sky Lodge 5 Br+ Bonus - 4 Ensuites, Mt Views Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 120 out of 124 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 124 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 124 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 124 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 124 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tamela H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Christmas
Beautiful, cozy home that accommodated 3 generations. Clean and well stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding Elopement-Family Vacation
We stayed at Big Sky Lodge for a week with our family. We were celebrating our wedding elopement at Lake Junaluska. The fall mountain views were amazing from the back deck. We had plenty of room for our family of 12 to spread out. We enjoyed many nights cooking dinner and gathering around the large dining table. Plenty to do with the ping pong table, air hockey, and hot tub. The bottom floor does all share one bathroom. The main floor has a main bathroom and master bathroom. The loft has its own. All beds were comfortable. It is a trek up the mountain to get anywhere. We personally didn’t like how long it took to get places. Please don’t take this as a negative part of the review because some like to be this far out. We did take trash down to drop off once and was about 18 minutes each way. Again not host/owner fault due to being so high in mountain. We truly enjoyed our stay overall. Only recommendation is to put a full length mirror some where in cabin. I couldn’t see myself in mirror once I got my wedding dress on. Also, a few of us were short and had a hard time seeing ourselves in mirrors.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynne G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain view
The house was exactly as listed. Nice space for families to gather. Beautiful views on the decks and nice covered front porch to sit under on rainy days.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara L., VA

Liked: Cleanliness
Better than description!
Beautiful house, nicely furnished and decorated, great mountain views, immaculate and a very responsive manager.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Outstanding Views with beautiful accommodations!
We met our kids, grand kids and a couple of cousins at this beautiful home, set in a manicured gated mountain community. There was nothing on the listing that was deceiving. I don't think the other reviews do this place justice, and they are great reviews. From the moment you pull up and look out the expansive windows facing the forest you will be in love. The home was clean, the beds were so comfy, and all the rooms were spacious. The kitchen was a dream for all of our family meals together. The large dining area was a great place to gather for breakfast, dinner and evening games. We couldn't get enough time on the outside covered porch just taking in those gorgeous views. There was no place we went that we weren't just in awe of the beauty surrounding this area. We shopped in Old Fort for groceries, strolled the streets of Black Mountain and had lunch at the Trail Head. Ventured out to Mount Mitchell, stopped at some incredible over looks. We went to Banner Elk twice, once to take the littles gem mining (So fun) and on the mountain coasters. Second time we went to Linville Falls and Elk River Falls. The best kept secret is right inside of the community, you can hike to the most beautiful falls from the cabin. Pack your lunch and spend the day! Gorgeous! We made so many beautiful memories, it will be hard to top this vacation, we were all so sad to go! One regret, we didn't see a bear and we didn't stay longer than a week! Well done owners!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rich P., Saint Paul

Liked: Cleanliness
Family reunion
Our family gathering of 10 adults and one toddler spent the first week in June at Big Sky Lodge. Amazing view, terrific sleeping arrangements, great kitchen. It's a bit of a drive into Black Mountain or Asheville so we spent a lot of time just hanging out and playing games.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheila P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning!
Cabin was beautiful! We loved the location. The drive to the cabin once you enter through the gates was amazing. Views were breathtaking. Loved that they allowed us to bring our dog. I highly recommend the hiking trail that starts about a 1/2 mile from the cabin. If we return to the area for another vacation, we would hope to return to this cabin.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yonna R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sibling Reunion
My husband's two sisters and brothers reunited after 5 years of distance. Eight adults over 60, we had a great time taking turns cooking and enjoying the rockers outside and the beautiful views. The ladies enjoyed ping pong and we all enjoyed hiking. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly M., ASHEVILLE

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing cabin!
Our party of four were more than comfortable in this beautiful, large yet cozy cabin! Communication with the host was super fast (and it was great to meet him in person!). We had a great time relaxing and taking in the gorgeous mountain scenery. The kitchen and other rooms were well stocked for those of us who stayed in for long stretches. Some of our family went on a hike on a local trail and our two dogs loved to walk the neighborhood. The only suggestion I’d make for the owner (echoing another reviewer) would be to install some sort of blinds on the main living space windows. The late afternoon sun is very bright until sunset, which made it impossible to see the TV for a few hours each day. Again, not anything that took away from our amazing week and we were lucky to have such beautiful and sunny weather. We’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lee B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!!
This cabin is perfect!! It was clean, comfortable and had plenty of space for a group of 7! Only 20 minutes from Black Mountain! I will definitely go back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023