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The Owl's Perch- Backwoods glamping cabin over amazing creek

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1 bedroom, bed sheets
Interior
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 219 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

Map
Robbinsville, NC
  • Santeetlah Lake
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel
    ‪72 min drive‬

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includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
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About the area

Robbinsville

Located in Robbinsville, this cabin is on the waterfront, within a 15-minute drive of Nantahala National Forest and Santeetlah Lake. .This cabin is 9.7 mi (15.6 km) from Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest and 10.6 mi (17 km) from Junaluska Medicine Trail.
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What's nearby

  • Santeetlah Lake - 14 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest - 28 min drive - 15.7 km
  • Cheoah River - 37 min drive - 27.5 km
  • Deals Gap - 55 min drive - 45.9 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Valley River Casino & Hotel - 72 min drive - 71.6 km

Getting around

  • McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) - 119 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tail of the Dragon Vacation Rentals - ‬19 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.

The Owl's Perch- Backwoods glamping cabin over amazing creek

We're open-Hurricane Helene spared our county!

Unplug in our Appalachian "Eden" 200 sq ft treehouse like one room glamping cabin, attached to our residence's back deck. View the prettiest creek off private deck! Furnished to make simple meals or on grill. 5" clearance needed, not 4WD. NOT suitable for motorcycles. 2 miles from paved road of uneven gravel/dirt with potholes. (Venomous snakes and wild animals are indigenous to our area. No charging EV batteries) Use ONLY our directions and you'll enjoy the adventure getting here!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, featuring a kitchenette with a refrigerator and a microwave. There's a private balcony. Conveniences include a phone and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free cabin features books, games, and ecotours nearby. Amenities and recreational activities include a video library, hiking/biking trails nearby, and kayaking nearby.
Guests will find features like onsite parking and a car charging station.

Property manager

Alice Lumbard

Languages

English

Property amenities

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking only allowed near carport or on driveway.

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near the marina
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Electric car charging station
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • Property does not allow children
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Unit size: 200 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children
Note from host: One queen bed for 2 adults or adult/child.

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

The Owl's Perch- Backwoods glamping cabin over amazing creek Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness

My Favorite Place!

This is my 3rd year stay. The beauty and sound of nature here give me peace. Alice is the very best host of any place I’ve ever stayed. I will definitely be back next year for my little piece of tranquility!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Johnny L.

Liked: Cleanliness

2 Days of Tranquility

We spent two days at the Perched Owl and sank into the coziness of the one room suite and found some peace sitting on the private deck listening and observing the river from above. It was a very grounding experience as there isn’t WiFi available and zero service in the area which helped eliminate any distractions. Alice was a great host, very friendly and welcoming and we can’t wait to spend a few more days after spring.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

Had a nice weekend at the Owls Perch. Thank you Alice.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great R&R!

Beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelley S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Owl’s Perch Review

We greatly enjoyed the stay! Very nice cabin - as advertised. The hosts are friendly as well. Beautiful views and area!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exceptional site

Enjoyed our stay. The hosts were kind and helpful. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ninan A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing place and great hosts

We went to stay one night at this beautiful cabin and it was better than advertised. Sounds from the creek was so soothing. We had a relaxing experience and Alice was great in giving us the directions and making us feel home once we got there. We highly recommend this place to whoever looking for a place to stay during their smoky mountains visit. Thanks, Ninan & Jasmin
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Birding at the Owl's Perch

The Owl's Perch is situated in a remote forest overlooking a beautiful mountain stream. It's a tiny cabin, but very cleverly designed and outfitted. There are many craftsmanship features that help make a stay more peasant and memorable, like the surface of a bedside table made of a think slab of beautiful walnut. The very pretty deck features a trio of locally-carved uprights with animal sculptures. The hosts are very helpful with directions to the many natural attractions in the area. The last couple of dirt road miles approaching the cabin are quite rough, but my 2014 Prius managed it without faltering.Graham County is such a wonderful area and the Owl's Perch is a peaceful and inexpensive location from which to enjoy it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marsha K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely property and privacy

This was the first stay we had ever had in close proximity to property owners. And it was perfect. Owners provided the perfect blend of sharing local information and privacy/space. The property was as advertised. Simple, small and private with access to beautiful mountain stream-side sights and sounds.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

jonathan b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Little Getaway

Perfect for a couples getaway! Loved the space and the stream! Absolutely beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

karen m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Haven’t stopped talking about it since

Beautiful, remote, and so unique! We loved it. Excellent and friendly hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Johanna H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet and charming!

It was warm, cozy, and well appointed. We loved the sound of the rushing creek! We definitely recommend this place!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natalie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Will definitely come again

This is our second time staying and we will definitely come back. Quiet and peaceful and the perfect size for 2 people
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrice G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect weekend getaway

We rested well here and loved the sound of Squally Creek rushing below. It was a peaceful and beautiful place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful in every way!

Thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Will return very soon !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Becky B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love the Owl Perch

Alice gave us the best directions and instructions! The place was so unique. It is like a treehouse. We slept with the window open a little and the sound of the creek put us to sleep. We will be returning ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

James S., Huntsville, AL

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

Had a nice relaxing stay here. It’s a great property, off the beaten path. You kind of have to just go there to appreciate it. Kind and helpful hosts. Beautiful area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Todd A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Owl’s Perch is a hidden gem

We were looking for 2 things to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary…..to try something different and a peaceful, low stress get-away. The Owl’s Perch was this and so much more. Even though it is a small bunkhouse, I really think we would have been perfectly fine just hanging out in our little nest for 2 full days. We did enjoying sight-seeing and our day trips, but “the perch” was the highlight of our trip! Doug. Alice, and Skippy were wonderful hosts. We only chatted a few times during our short stay, but it felt like we were leaving friends. We look forward to our return!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rona M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sweet, sweet spirit in this place!

Terrific getaway for 2. Very accommodating and pristine property! The hosts were great. If we are back in the area, we will book this property again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful by the creek

It was delightful to sit above the creek reading and then to fall asleep to the sound if the water. Cabin small but cozy and immaculate with everything you need. Doug and Alice are wonderful hosts making you feel comfortable during your stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kaley C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute Tiny House

If you are looking to unplug and get away to a relaxing tiny house, then this is the place for you! Alice was so nice and accommodating. We enjoyed reading on the deck and listening to the water from the creek. The drive to the property was well off the beaten path so just make sure to have a vehicle with a clearance. Super cute place to get away from everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jason S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome stay at Owl's Perch!

My wife and I celebrated our 29th anniversary here and it couldn't have been better! Cabin was very cute, steam was beautiful and relaxing, hosts were great! The roads getting into the cabin were not that bad as long as we followed here directions to a T. Definitely planning to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Don D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing place

It was all and more than we expected. Clean, comfortable and unbelievable view!!! Definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

marek d.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hidden Gem

Beautiful place in the middle of forest. Perfect, rustic cabin on the humming brook. Very nice and friendly hosts. If you need some quiet time you will find it here.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steven C., Belfast, Maine USA

Liked: Cleanliness

A comfortable stay in a gorgeous spot!

The road was narrow, winding, and bumpy but our little Chevy Spark had no problem at all. The payoff is immediately apparent when you arrive. Alice has done a bang-up job of creating a little Shangri-la, right down to the sleepy old dog snoozing on the porch. We loved the signage on the path down by the stream! It IS important to follow Alice's written directions. I would also suggest you try to arrive while it's still daylight. Some of the landmarks might be hard to spot in the dark.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022