10/10 Excellent
Laura O.
Jul 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely, clean
Laura O.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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Nature's Nook Cabin | Fire Pit, Pet Friendly & Community Waterfall!
Old Fort cabin with kitchen
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Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire cabin
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61254 sq ft
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Dryer
- Washer
- Fireplace
- Barbecue grill
- Pet friendly
Explore the area
Old Fort, NC
- Chimney Rock State ParkPlace, Chimney Rock State Park
- Catawba FallsPlace, Catawba Falls25 min drive
- Lake LurePlace, Lake Lure38 min drive
- Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)54 min drive
Room options
About the neighborhood
Old Fort
In Old Fort .You'll be within 2 miles (3 km) of Waterfall Park and 12 miles (20 km) of Catawba River with a stay here. Mountain Gateway Museum and Arrowhead Monument are within 12 miles (20 km).
What's nearby
- Waterfall Park - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
- Old Fort Railroad Museum - 19 min drive - 9.1 miles
- Catawba Falls - 25 min drive - 12.6 miles
- Lake Lure - 38 min drive - 17.8 miles
- Biltmore Estate - 50 min drive - 33.8 miles
Getting around
- Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 58 min drive
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 20 min drive
- Legends on the Lake - 34 min drive
- Rumbling Bald on Lake Lure - 26 min drive
- Hardee's - 20 min drive
- Victory @ Rumbling Bald Resort - 36 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Nature's Nook Cabin | Fire Pit, Pet Friendly & Community Waterfall!
Nature's Nook Cabin is brimming with personality and charm! Located within the private, gated community of Gateway Mountain, enjoy access to lush, wooded forests and gorgeous waterfalls. The community also has two small lakes and a trout pond for catch-and-release fishing (no license required).
About the Home
• Open concept living room, with a 43" TV for streaming and a pellet stove for a warm cabin feel.*
• Kitchen with eat-in dining for 4 (expandable to 6 with extra chairs in both bedrooms), equipped with a dishwasher and two types of coffee makers: standard drip-style and Keurig.
• Spacious, covered front deck with rocking chair seating for 4.
• Patio with gas grill, chimney-style wood-burning fire pit, and dining for 4.
• This home is pet-friendly with an additional pet fee.
*The pellet stove is only usable during the cooler months (October-April).
Where to Unwind
• Main floor primary bedroom with queen-size bed, 32" Smart TV for streaming, and en suite bathroom with walk-in shower.
• The second main floor bedroom offers a queen-size bed. A full bathroom, with a bathtub and shower combination, can be accessed from the hallway.
• A traditional, open-air loft overlooking the living room provides additional sleeping space with two twin-size beds.
Please note: This home has two outdoor security cameras: 1 on the shed and 1 on the North wall of the cabin. The pellet stove in the living room is only usable during the cooler months (October-April). Sorry, this home is not cat-friendly due to common allergies.
About the Home
• Open concept living room, with a 43" TV for streaming and a pellet stove for a warm cabin feel.*
• Kitchen with eat-in dining for 4 (expandable to 6 with extra chairs in both bedrooms), equipped with a dishwasher and two types of coffee makers: standard drip-style and Keurig.
• Spacious, covered front deck with rocking chair seating for 4.
• Patio with gas grill, chimney-style wood-burning fire pit, and dining for 4.
• This home is pet-friendly with an additional pet fee.
*The pellet stove is only usable during the cooler months (October-April).
Where to Unwind
• Main floor primary bedroom with queen-size bed, 32" Smart TV for streaming, and en suite bathroom with walk-in shower.
• The second main floor bedroom offers a queen-size bed. A full bathroom, with a bathtub and shower combination, can be accessed from the hallway.
• A traditional, open-air loft overlooking the living room provides additional sleeping space with two twin-size beds.
Please note: This home has two outdoor security cameras: 1 on the shed and 1 on the North wall of the cabin. The pellet stove in the living room is only usable during the cooler months (October-April). Sorry, this home is not cat-friendly due to common allergies.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the cabin: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2 bathrooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Fireplace
- Living room
- Wood stove
Entertainment
- DVD player
- Smart TV
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Barbecue grill
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk
- Desk chair
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- In the mountains
Things to do
- Birdwatching nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
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)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
General
- Unit size: 1,254 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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
- Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 and a first aid kit
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.
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, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
851254
Frequently asked questions
How close is Nature's Nook Cabin | Fire Pit, Pet Friendly & Community Waterfall! to the airport?
This cabin is 46.2 mi (58-min drive) away from the Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Nature's Nook Cabin | Fire Pit, Pet Friendly & Community Waterfall! have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this cabin.
Does Nature's Nook Cabin | Fire Pit, Pet Friendly & Community Waterfall! offer free breakfast?
This cabin does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Nature's Nook Cabin | Fire Pit, Pet Friendly & Community Waterfall!?
No, there is no casino at this cabin.
What time is check-in at Nature's Nook Cabin | Fire Pit, Pet Friendly & Community Waterfall!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Nature's Nook Cabin | Fire Pit, Pet Friendly & Community Waterfall!?
Free parking is not available at this cabin.
Does Nature's Nook Cabin | Fire Pit, Pet Friendly & Community Waterfall! have a pool?
This cabin does not have a pool.
Does Nature's Nook Cabin | Fire Pit, Pet Friendly & Community Waterfall! have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this cabin.
How close is Nature's Nook Cabin | Fire Pit, Pet Friendly & Community Waterfall! to downtown Old Fort?
This cabin is 6.1 mi away from Old Fort.
Reviews
Nature's Nook Cabin | Fire Pit, Pet Friendly & Community Waterfall! Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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10/10
Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
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8/10 Good
Monica C.
Jul 7, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable cozy cabin
This place is just as cute as the pictures. Ample towels and linens provided. The house was very clean and welcoming. We did have an issue with the AC on arrival but an acceptable solution was reached for our stay and was handled very quickly. Property management followed up to ensure the solution was satisfactory. Would love to stay again.
Monica C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024