I traveled to the mountains where the eagles made their nests. There I saw the hand of God: I saw creation at its best.......To lighten your heart, ease your mind, relax your body, renew your spirit and heighten your sense of awareness to the peace and contentment found in the wonderful gifts of nature, there is no better place than the Blue Ridge Mountains and the Great Smoky Mountains, and, as our many visitors know, COUNTRY HAVEN is where to experience it all. This magical retreat is an authentic log cabin filled with beautiful antiques and many articles handcrafted with care by the owner adding a touch of warmth and charm to every room. For your comfort and pleasure, no detail has been overlooked. The cabin is well appointed to assure a comfortable stay. If you love peace and quiet, you will not be disappointed. This alluring cabin and our smaller cabin 'Tranquility Knoll' are situated on 1 1/2 acres of privately owned land, nestled among rolling hills with majestic mountains in the background. As you relax on the wrap-around covered porch or breakfast on the deck, you will enjoy the scenic view along with the country sounds of chickens, cows, and horses on the neighboring land. You will be pleasantly surprised when wild turkeys wander by. Sitting quietly, you can even hear them munching on the grasses' .Evenings sit around the firepit and roast your marshmallows. In the open Living Room you can curl up on the comfortable, plush sofa love seat or rocking chair, reading a book while the chef cooks up a storm in the fully equipped kitchen that has everything one could possibly need. The two Bedrooms on the main floor have queen beds with top quality mattresses, sheets, quilts, comforters. Each bedroom has beautiful antique oak dressers, reading lamps, ceiling fans. Many of the paintings, crewel work are all made by family members, Throughout the cabin you will see one of a kind articles made by Carl. The Bathroom has a two seater shower w/glass shower doors, plush towels, soaps, shampoos, hairdryer. The Bathroom flooring is Marnoleum, a 'green' product. Walking up the staircase with the mountain laurel pickets brings you to the Loft that has a full size futon for extra sleeping, other comfortable chairs to watch the 42" flat screen TV. The Master Bedroom includes a queen size mattress with top quality sheets, beautiful quilts, antique oak dressers, reading lamps, ceiling fan, even an extra love seat so you can enjoy reading before retiring.. The Bathroom has full tub/shower , plush towels, soaps, shampoos and many more amenities. Although COUNTRY HAVEN is a tranquil world away, the cabin is only ten minutes from downtown Asheville - a city with many world-class restaurants, year-round live entertainment, museums, art galleries, theaters, concert halls, large exhibits at the Civic Center, great shops, coffee houses, a farmers' market, Nature Center and various activities at UNC Asheville, Asheville is an antique hunter's paradise. The River Arts District produces some of the best art in America. Take the Trolley and visit one or visit them all. The Biltmore House, America's largest privately owned home, is a 15 minute drive from the cabin, as is the ONMNI Hotel and Spa, a world-class resort and golfer's delight. Black Mountain is within a 30 minute ride, and in an added 15 minutes, you can reach Lake Lure, Chimney Rock Park and Wolf Laurel Ski Resort. In an hour, you can be at Mt. Mitchell-the highest mountain in the Eastern United States.
Other points of interest include Penland School, Cataloochee Valley, Montreat, Linville Gorge, Grandfather Mountain, Pisgah National Forest, Looking Glass Falls, Sliding Rock, Harrah's Cherokee Casino and Indian Reservation, Smiley's Flea Market, The Appalachian Trail and the Blue Ridge Parkway. COUNTRY HAVEN is open year round and is easily accessible. We are local owners who are available anytime to see to your needs. Our properties are spotless, well maintained to assure you a most comfortable stay. This special cabin is the perfect getaway. You can experience both town and country - truly the best of both worlds. Be sure to check our our website with slide show. For 2-4 guests check out our other cabin 'Tranquility Knoll' VRBO #389215 GIFT CERTIFICATES make a GREAT present...Keywords: Log Cabin, Vacation Home, Mountain Rental
