8/10 Good
ronda M h.
28 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay.
ronda M h.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Cabin
Retreat with rustic cabin, picnic shed and ponds
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 492 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Leicester, NC
- Addison Farms Vineyard6 min drive
- Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville26 min drive
- Biltmore Estate39 min drive
- Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)39 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Downstairs sleeping area
1 Double Bed
Upstairs loft sleeping area
1 Double Bed
Adjacent enclosed shower room.
Outdoor shower
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Retreat with rustic cabin, picnic shed and ponds
Rustic, private retreat with 1,000 square foot solar powered off grid cabin, 2 ponds (fish stocked), and picnic shed, fire pit and charcoal grilling area on 75 acres with hiking areas. The cabin is furnished with antiques and has a true historic flair. There is a propane range, woodstove, propane gas log heater and beautiful stone wood burning fireplace. Firewood is provided. There is a gas grill at the cabin. The cabin has an open floor plan with a tin roof. The cabin has hot and cold running water inside. There is an enclosed shower/sink room with hot water adjacent to the cabin. A few steps from the cabin there is a pit toilet. There is no indoor toilet. There is no refrigerator, so you need to bring a cooler and ice. The amount of solar power is subject to the amount of sunshine we get and how leafed out the trees are. We provide oil, salt, pepper, sugar and coffee filters. Bring your coffee of choice. We have a Mr. Coffee drip coffeemaker. Falling acorns may be loud on the tin roof in the fall. We do have white noise machines by each bed.
Property manager
Rick and Joy Icenhower
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Fireplace
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Supervision at all times is a must.
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Pets must be well behaved and sleep on pet bed.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 and a first aid kit
About the area
Leicester
Located in Leicester, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Addison Farms Vineyard and Sandy Bottom Trail Rides are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Biltmore Estate and Marshall Nature Sanctuary. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville, or consider The Orange Peel for a night out. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Leicester, NC
What's nearby
- Addison Farms Vineyard - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
- Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 26 min drive - 22.2 km
- University of North Carolina at Asheville - 26 min drive - 20.3 km
- The Orange Peel - 26 min drive - 22.7 km
- Biltmore Estate - 39 min drive - 29.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Addison Farms Vineyard - 6 min drive
- Turkey Creek Cafe - 9 min drive
- The Still - 10 min drive
- Yellow Stone Ice - 17 min drive
- Turkey Creek Tomatoes - 16 min walk
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Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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10/10
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10/10
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10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
TIFFANY h.
21 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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TIFFANY h.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jason C.
23 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent father son getaway
Jason C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
David C.
30 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome Cabin
David C.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Lori G.
30 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing, peaceful and relaxing getaway!
Lori G.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Heather C.
5 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A PERFECT getaway!
Heather C.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
David W.
23 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Colonial living with some modern flare!
David W.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ashley S.
17 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cabin vibes
Ashley S.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
About the host
Hosted by Rick and Joy Icenhower
Rick grew up here on this 5th generation farm. Rick and Joy met while attending NC State University. They own Icenhower's Farm, which started with Rick growing tobacco and produce in 1977. In 1979 they built and operated a wholesale greenhouse operation for 26 years. Rick and Joy then worked for the State of NC until they both retired in 2021. They are excited to be back on the farm, working together. They enjoy visiting their son, Benjamin and daughter in law, Katie, also NCSU graduates, in Colorado. Rick's favorite hobby is fly fishing.
Why they chose this property
This property was settled in 1916/1917 by Rick's great grandfather. A sawmill was set up here and the timber cut was used to build the farmhouse that Rick and Joy have lived in since 1977. Their son, Benjamin is the 5th generation to have lived here on the farm. We love antiques, and have filled our home and the cabin with pieces that have special meaning to us, some handed down to us by our parents and grandparents. This is an operating farm still today.
What makes this property unique
The cabin and picnic rental area are on a remote corner of the farm, off the main road. The picnic area with shed and stationary grills may be rented independently from the cabin for events if the cabin is not rented out. The cabin is solar and propane powered and is off grid. We like keeping things rustic!
Languages:
English
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