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Hideaway from it all ! Holyfield Hideaway, Flag Pond, Tennessee

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Welcome Friends ! We are accessible & dog friendly ❤️ Let’s take a tour….
You are going to fall in love !
The Hideaway faces an ancient buffalo/Indian trail, later used as a wagon road.
Now, it is used as a hiking trail - Kim on Indian Rock. Oh, the history here !
Pavilion centerpiece - fireplace built in 1818 by James & Mary Sams.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Flag Pond, TN
  • Lamar Alexander Rocky Fork State Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Sams Gap
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Hatley Pointe Ski Resort
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Hideaway from it all ! Holyfield Hideaway, Flag Pond, Tennessee

Quietly, hidden away under a canopy of trees in the Appalachian mountains, is one of East Tennessee's best-kept secrets - until now. Nestled above Sam's Creek and Oberlin Falls, the Holyfield Hideaway sits on an ancient Indian and buffalo trail - later becoming the old wagon road connecting East Tn. to NC.. Nowadays:), you can drive right up in your car - no steps onto the pavilion deck or through the front door. The Hideaway is furnished with antique brass headboard, king bed, queen sofa bed, pack n’ play upon request, dining table with 4 chairs, kitchen & bathroom w/ standing shower. All connecting to an 800 sq.ft. deck with propane grill, dining table for 4, hammock chair and so much more. Create memories to last a lifetime while sitting around the fire, dreaming under the stars...
Other things to note - All bed, bath and kitchen linens provided.***dog friendly*** no cats please due to allergies. Limit of 2 and must crate if left alone.Owners will be held responsible for damages. We now have FIBER INTERNET for your work or school needs. We have a DVR player & a nice selection of family movies. We are not able to get a satellite signal for our 31” tv but we have a Fire Stick. We have plenty to do in our area - hiking at our own Lamar Alexander Rocky Fork State Park (Tennessee’s newest wilderness park) just 4 miles down our road. The Sams Gap crossing of the AT is 3 miles up our road ! *Local rafting is closed due to Hurricane Helene for 2025.* Skiing/snow boarding is 15 minutes away from Hatley Pointe Ski Resort ❄️ We are a National Wildlife Federation Certified Wildlife Habitat💚. Our tap water is from our 700’ deep well - we hit the aquaphor- pure and clean !
We are only 30 minutes away from Johnson City or Asheville. Please familiarize yourself with our directions before approaching as GPS is not always accurate here :( You will want to stop for groceries before arrival. Last stop for groceries/gas from the Johnson City direction on I-26E is Food City in Erwin, exit 37. Last stop for gas/groceries from the Asheville area on I-26W is Ingles in Mars Hill, exit 11. Either one is less than 20 minutes from us. Once here, you’ll never want to leave ! We would love to have you as our guests❤️

Property manager

Valda or Chuck Holyfield
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Breakfast included
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Parents are solely responsible for their children
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Dogs only, no cats
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outdoors- not inside of cabin.
No smoking or candle burning allowed inside our all wood cabin. You may outside on the deck area.
Use of fire pit in accordance of current county advisory. We have firewood for sale.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Flag Pond

Located in Flag Pond, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Vance Birthplace and Andrew Johnson National Historic Site are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Pisgah National Forest and Sams Gap. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Flag Pond, TN

What's nearby

  • Lamar Alexander Rocky Fork State Park - 8 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Sams Gap - 12 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Hatley Pointe Ski Resort - 20 min drive - 14.8 km
  • Hot Springs Resort And Spa - 42 min drive - 50.4 km
  • Biltmore Estate - 49 min drive - 58.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Wolf Creek Market - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Little Creek Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mountaintop Grill - ‬24 min drive
  • ‪Lodge Steak & Rib Restaurant - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Mountain Country Cookies and Breads - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hideaway from it all ! Holyfield Hideaway, Flag Pond, Tennessee pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Hideaway from it all ! Holyfield Hideaway, Flag Pond, Tennessee ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hideaway from it all ! Holyfield Hideaway, Flag Pond, Tennessee ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hideaway from it all ! Holyfield Hideaway, Flag Pond, Tennessee located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within 12 miles (20 km) of Pisgah National Forest, Hatley Pointe Ski Resort and Sams Gap. Nolichucky River and Big Bald are also within 25 miles (40 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 76 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 76 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

perfectly perfect

First, the hosts. Valda and Chuck seem at one with their property, 25 acres in the beautiful Tennessee woods. A truly wonderful couple, and I am very thankful I had a chance to sit and talk with them a bit. Their love of life, their family and the magic of the forest was magnetic and made it hard to leave. Thank you both for a truly wonderful time, esp important as the stay was to accommodate support for my AT through-hiking wife who I hadn't seen in six weeks. Through hikers seem to have some celebrity out here, so it was cool.A main house and couple cabins are strategically located around the property, taking advantage of the lay of the land to immerse you in history and the serenity of the forest. A wonderful stream cascades 30 feet below the Hideaway, accessible, but it does take a little work. Use the rope and make your life easier. Beautiful property and as we were the only guests, there was plenty of wandering room around the 12 acres on "our side of the road".We enjoyed a very well appointed cabin for two (or four w/ couch), but probably tight for two couples. Has all you need, and the bed, which we both thought felt not so great when we first arrived, was wonderful and we slept very well. Nice size bathroom. The pavilion makes it. A couple hundred square feet of open, yet covered area to enjoy the continual breeze, play games (there's plenty), enjoy a fire or just sit and do nothing. The signs representing places around the world make a real nice touch.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

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Great Mountain Retreat

The hideaway is a great spot for a quiet weekend retreat. Chuck and Valda were delightful. The cabin is clean and cozy and was perfect for us!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colette B.

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Cozy stay

Wonderful cozy stay. We came for a family wedding in Flag Pond. The host was very accommodating & had great stories about the property & surrounding area. The homemade ice cream and cookies were bonus and greatly appreciated. For a family with 2 small children, this worked well. The outside space was very charming with the old fireplace. Thank you for sharing your lovely space.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

BARBARA I.

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Quiet and Relaxing

The Hideaway was perfect! Chuck and Valda have thought of everything! Fully stocked bathroom (even Advil, etc.) and kitchen pantry (oil, seasonings, all the basics - PLUS - to cook a meal), eggs and bagels, homemade ice cream and cookies, ice in the freezer— everything we needed! Side note: the water here is delicious! A fire in the fireplace on the pavilion was perfect in the rain. Sigh… A Christmas movie on the tv with twinkling Christmas tree lights and the sound of rain on the roof—
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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Anniversary get away

We really enjoyed the 200 year old fireplace surrounded by the autumn colors of the surrounding trees. Our hosts, Chuck and Val, were so welcoming when we arrived. We got a tour and enjoyed hearing some local stories and history of the property. Very comfortable stay with everything one could need. Chuck gave us a tour of the other nifty cabins on their property and Val even made us homemade cookies and strawberry ice cream!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon B.

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Weekend getaway

Recently stayed at the Holyfield Hideaway and had an excellent time wven with the weather conditions. We stayed the weekend of Hurricane Helene and lost power, internet, cell service and water (well water). Chuck and Val were excellent host kept checking in on us and made sure we had what we needed. We cant wait to visit again when the area recovers from the destruction.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K.

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Beautiful Property

My stay was just what I hoped for! The property was in a perfect location to enjoy abundant hiking opportunities and then come back and relax for a peaceful evening around the historic fireplace. Chuck and Valda are very accommodating and the cabin well stocked with everything I could need. I really appreciated the cleanliness and artful touches. Thank you and I hope to return someday.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill B.

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Hidden Gem

This was our favorite short term rental we have ever been to! Super peacful with the sound of a running creek just 100 ft away. The cabins history and surrounding area is a facinating story. The cabin had everything you need to feel comfortable and all kinds of cool knick nacks everywhere you look. You can tell the hosts really put a lot of effort into maintaing the property. A superb value at the listed price, we highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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Breathe of fresh air

Our stay was fantastic, the perfect place to enjoy a beautiful setting in nature and family. My sister and her family rented the other cabin and bunkhouse on property that made for a wonderful vacation between our families. This was her second time staying here bc she loved the property so much. I will def be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toya L.

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Woodland Oasis

Everything about this stay was amazing! Valda and Chuck have truly created a beautiful oasis here, it's such a beautiful location and so peaceful. The sound of the creek running through the property is just so relaxing. It was also the middle of July yet it was so nice and cool. Chuck was happy to share the history of the property and the area, love the old buffalo trail and 200+ year old fireplace is beautiful. It's a great location to explore NE TN and the stunning mountain views, Johnson City is only a 30 minute drive so nice and close. Valda and Chuck are such warm & wonderful hosts from the yummy homemade cookies and ice cream to the wonderful conversations this was my favorite vrbo stay! HIGHLY recommend 10/10 Thank you both for your warm southern hospitality. xoxo Tom & Toya
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mathew G.

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Enchanting Place

We would like to thank Velda and Chuck for a most delightful stay. The outdoor spaces were so much fun. I had a fire in the 200 yr old chimney most mornings with my coffee. I have been in the hospitality industry for 42 years and these folk know what they are doing. We felt very well taken care of. Sincerely, Mathew, Hiram, and Lily
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

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Fantastic little hideaway

This is a fantastic little hideaway in TN that offers a lot of privacy and peace. You can hear the creek and cannot hear road noise. They are dog friendly and our golden retriever had a blast in the creek. Chuck and Valda are incredibly nice hosts and told us all about the history of the property which was fascinating. The home is a tiny home/studio but has all the essentials. We had a great trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike H.

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Great stay at the perfect getaway!

We had a great time staying at the Hideaway! Early June weather was perfect and the extremely large porch lifestyle was just to our liking. Wifi was fast and strong to stream or catch up on any work emails. Our pups enjoyed the property too with a mix of areas to walk and to roam. Chuck and Vanda were very welcoming and informative and we look forward to booking again and visiting with them in the future!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brennan W.

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Gorgeous and a World of Its Own

The stay was absolutely beautiful! It was a perfect blend of nature and society, as we were in gorgeous, vibrant forestry but also had some fellow hikers here and there. The small town (Erwin) nearby was also a nice balance as it wasn’t overcrowded or heavily touristy. The creek outside and down the hill was soothing, and energetic at the same time. The living quarters were warmhearted, well-equipped and very comfortable. We felt like we were at home inside the cabin and out in the pavilion, even being a couple hundred miles away from where we came. Chuck greeted us when we arrived with smiles, great history/ background of the area/the property, and helpful recommendations. We met Valda the following morning on our way to the first destination (Lamar Alexander State Park) with smiles, warmth and a great welcome. If we needed anything, we knew we could ask with ease. Over the three days we were there, we had nothing but amazing views and experiences. We would definitely recommend Valda and Chuck’s hospitality and their beautiful property. The surrounding areas were breathtaking and provided a good range of options for nature-lovers. They have a special spot here to share with those looking for a hideaway to relax in or to excite any of the senses. It is definitely a world of its own!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

patricia p., Jupiter FL

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Absolutely wonderful!

This place is a gem. Overlooking the stream gave us a non-stop feeling of nature. Chuck and Valda are such warm hosts and did everything and more to make us feel welcoe. I know the homemade cookies and ice cream have been mentioned before but they were great. Sitting on the deck the first night with a cup of tea and a cookie by the stream was perfect. Valda and Chuck also pointed us in the direction of so many places to visit while we were there. Lovely cabin with everything we needed. Top stars to the Holyfields and their property.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gabe P.

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Hidden Jewel

I don’t even know where to begin! The Hideaway is one of the best and most unique places I have stayed in my LIFE! The sound of Sams creeks rustling through the property is absolutely breathtaking! Chuck and Valda are just the best! From the homemade cookies and ice cream to all of the wonderful stories about the property, it just doesn't get much better! 5 Stars does not do this wonderful place justice! Thank y'all again so much! We will be back!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria S.

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We didn’t want to leave

My husband and I celebrated our 31 anniversary.08-14 8-16.All the best reviews of our Host Chuck and Valda are so true.It was great to be able to take our two big dogs with us.Chuck and Valda shared their front yard with us,beautiful view of the water. My favorite was listening to the water and all the moss.Two night isn’t enough,booking more next time. We didn’t want to leave. Thanks again Chuck and Valda
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Havilah R.

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Loved the Little Woodland Cottage

My son and our two dogs stayed for a few days at this cute little woodland cottage. It was so cozy and lovely. We loved the sound of the creek, the deck was amazing, the bed comfortable and Vanda and Chuck were spectacular. We were greeted with homemade, cookies, peach ice cream, eggs and lots of supplies. Which was truly unexpected and such a perfect treat for us. Our dogs were living their best life running all around the cabin. Would highly recommend, Vanda and Chuck were some of the nicest people I've ever met. I hope we will be able to come back and visit them again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie M.

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Ken and Laurie Maglocco

We were welcomed by Chuck and Valda as soon as we arrived and made to feel like family. The Hideaway is just that. A great place to decompress and enjoy yourself. Chuck is a true historian of the surrounding area and Valda’s baking is amazing. Never have my husband and I been welcomed by VRBO owners like we were by The Holyfields. We highly recommend this rental property and we will definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H., Orlando

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Guardian of the forest

We love how the cabin was decorated. Val and Chuck were wonderful. Every day was something great to see. Val and Chuck are wonderful people. She even told about where to off the beaten path
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

D L.

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Needing a break from your crazy everyday life?

If you want a quiet, rustic, relaxing cabin well here it is! The cabin itself was tucked away and completely private with everything a person could want or need to make their stay enjoyable. I do not know what I enjoyed the most between the old chimney fireplace or falling asleep to the sound of the creek. Both were very relaxing. The hosts were warm and very welcoming, almost making you feel like family. I could have sit and talked with them all night. Finding out that our cabin sit on an old buffalo trail and was built around a chimney that was made over 200 years ago was a plus. Also, the cabin is not hard to find. If you follow the directions given to you by the property owners it will take you right to the doorstep of your cabin. Both hosts are open minded and down to earth people who make some yummy pimento cheese and cookies. We will be returning soon!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jack H.

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Amazing time in the mountains

The cabin was great and had amazing views of the creek below. Chuck and Valda were very welcoming and attentive to our needs. They are great people and have many interesting stories about their property's history. As a wheelchair user, I was very impressed with the accessibility inside and outside the cabin. There were some inclines in the mountain terrain around their property, but I was able to get used to it after a few minutes. I actually surprised myself that I was able to get to virtually every part of the property. We brought our dog, and she got to play with Chuck and Valda's dog in the creek - they had a blast. We will definitely be booking again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly L.

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Treetop Paradise

Like heaven!! Already trying to figure out how to get back!! Our hosts were awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bobby S.

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Father - Son Retreat. Big Success!!!

Wanted a low stress relaxed setting with my son, Lucas, and our Lab, Watch. Had fun hanging out at the Hideaway and visiting areas of interest in east Tennessee and western NC. Valda and Chuck were gracious hosts and made us feel very much at ease. Definitely plan a return trip.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

D J.

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Can’t wait to come back

Valda and Chuck are great! Everything we needed was there for our stay. Great place to unwind after sightseeing during the day. Our dogs were so happy taking walks on the trails right out the front door. The water is tasty too. We are already planning next our trip back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Valda or Chuck Holyfield

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One of the best decisions we ever made was inviting guests to experience our little paradise in East Tennessee. We have met the nicest people from all over the world ! Come and add your city, state or country to our trail tree - we would love to show you a little Southern hospitality !

What makes this property unique

There are no steps from your car to the beautiful 800' deck overlooking Sams Creek and no steps in the Hideaway. There is a small threshold step into the standing shower.

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