☆Book Your Summer Getaway Now☆
Experience The Naturalist by The Hideaways—the most memorable Red River Gorge getaway for couples and friends alike!
Featuring our BRAND NEW hot tub and viewing deck perched on top of a massive boulder behind the cabin.
This unique feature is unlike anything you have experienced before - be one of the first to experience this incredible hot tub feature. Perfect for a romantic retreat!
5 min to Gorge Underground
5 min to Sky Bridge Station
18 min to Nada Tunnel
Key Features:
☀ Sleeps 4, 2 bedrooms, 2 Queens
☀ Magical hot tub on top of a boulder with viewing platform built into the cliff
☀ Private fire pit with natural boulder seating
☀ Stunning cabin-front window with panoramic views of the forest and cliff
☀ Spacious sun deck for morning coffee or sunset unwinding
☀ Within minutes of hiking & climbing trails
☀ Pet-Friendly!
☆ IMPORTANT INFO ☆
☀ 4x4 or AWD vehicle required for access—this is part of what makes The Taoist so special and secluded!
☀ Located in a wooded, cliffside environment—please supervise children and use caution on trails and slopes
☀ Filtered well water is safe to drink, but feel free to bring your own
☆ BEDROOMS ☆
☀ Master bedroom (main level): Queen bed with Serta Stay Cool pillows
☀ Loft bedroom (ladder access): Queen bed under a cozy light fixture with soft, nature-inspired glow
☀ Includes a large backpack to help carry gear upstairs
☀ Choose your perfect pillow from our Serta pillow menu
☀ East-facing window front for sunrise wake-ups and starry-night views
☆ INTERIOR COMFORTS ☆
☀ Small but well-designed living space with a smart TV, board games, and a mini book collection
☀ Artistic touches from local creators + curated décor (including a few pieces from France!)
☀ Beautiful natural light and warm Edison bulb fixtures to keep things cozy
☆ KITCHEN + DINING ☆
☀ Compact but fully equipped with:
☀ Full-size fridge & sink
☀ Microwave + 2 induction burners
☀ Ground coffee machine with the essentials
☀ Essentials: olive oil, salt, pepper, dishware, pots & pans
☀ Bar-style breakfast nook for 3
☀ Note: No oven
☆ OUTDOOR LIVING ☆
☀ Walk a stone path to your private fire pit
☀ Enjoy total seclusion surrounded by forest, cliffs, and natural rock formations
☀ Breathe in the wild air and let go of the everyday
☆ LOCATION + ACCESS ☆
☀ Secluded, private valley just 3 miles from Natural Bridge & 4 miles from Muir Valley
☀ Perfect for hikers, climbers, and nature lovers
☀ 4WD/AWD vehicle required due to steep, rugged access roads
☆ EXPLORE MORE ☆
☀ The Naturalist is part of a tiny cabin community featuring two other unique stays:
☀ The Taoist
☀ The Stoic
☀ Rent one, two, or all three for a group retreat—check out our profile for bundle options and availability.
The Naturalist is a peaceful escape crafted for the curious, the adventurous, and the ones who want to feel alive again in nature’s embrace.
☆ Book your most unique wilderness retreat today! ☆
Please read all house rules below carefully. Failure to follow our rules that result in damage to any of our property or items could result in an additional cleaning fee or a charge to replace or repair damaged items, as well as an early departure from your stay without a refund.
- You must be 25 years old or older to book.
- You may not book this house on behalf of anyone else.
- No smoking (anything) inside the home. Evidence of smoking will result in an additional minimum $250 cleaning fee after checkout.
- Please remove dirty shoes while inside the house
- Maximum of 4 adult guests. Bringing more than 4 guests will result in an early end to your stay with no refund.
- Quiet hours are 11 pm-7 am.
- No parties or events. This is a strict rule enforced on each platform. Evidence of parties or events will result in an early end to your stay with no refund, and an additional minimum $250 cleaning fee.
- Septic systems are sensitive. Please don't put anything other than toilet paper in the toilets.
- Local garbage company picks up bags individually. Please make sure everything is bagged when it goes into the bin outside.
- You are allowed to bring up to 2 dogs that each way 40 pounds or less. The dogs must be under guest supervision and are never to be left at the property unattended except if they are in a crate. Dogs are not allowed on any furniture or bed at the property.
- We understand that accidents happen. Kids get into stuff, people trip, items get dropped, etc. If something happens, please let us know right away. It is much easier to come to a solution knowing ahead of time than to discover issues during cleaning.
