You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Cozy Cottage! Private and close to all nearby attractions!
Safety and Sanitation updates: Our housekeepers use extreme caution and have been provided with a list of supplies that include disposable cleaning materials to prevent any spread of any bacteria. Only CDC approved antibacterial and sanitation products are used and we wear masks and gloves at all times while navigating the property. All guidelines are being followed to ensure the safety of our staff and our guests. Thank you for your understanding and for your help in keeping Laughing Waters a healthy environment! We also give at least 3-5 days in between our guests to ensure safety for housekeeping and for upcoming guests. Enjoy a get-away in an comfortable cottage overlooking two beautiful waterfalls on the cascading Hickory Nut Creek. The cottage is nestled at the base of Little Bearwallow Mountain next to 200 acres of natural forest with five miles of hiking trails. It is located only 17 miles from downtown Asheville, NC in the heart of the incredible Hickory Nut Gorge. This all-log cottage contains a kitchen/living room, bathroom and a bedroom that sleeps two people. It is part of the Laughing Waters Retreat Center in the Hickory Nut Forest Eco-Community. A special place for a peaceful, quiet retreat in these beautiful sacred mountains! If you are looking for larger accommodations, please refer to our lodge also on Laughing Waters property! Listing number HA 3565781
WIFI We will do our absolute best to provide WIFI however this a wilderness wedding venue and sometimes coverage is poor.
Property manager
Julia Considine
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Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: WiFi
Parking and transportation
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub
Hair dryer
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Outdoor areas
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Note from host: non smoking only
Location highlights
In a village
In the mountains
On a river
On the waterfront
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Swimming 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)
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 330 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets not allowed
Note from host: pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: children welcome
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
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 required for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
Come Enjoy Early Fall in the Midst of the Leaves
Spring special! One Biltmore Estate ticket with any booking!
About the neighborhood
Gerton, NC
What's nearby
CMLC Florence Nature Preserve - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Chimney Rock State Park - 9 min drive - 7.4 km
Lake Lure Beach and Water Park - 16 min drive - 12.5 km
Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance - 21 min drive - 21.5 km
Biltmore Estate - 37 min drive - 31.7 km
Getting around
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 33 min drive
Restaurants
Turgua Brewing - 16 min drive
The Local Joint - 14 min drive
Point Lookout Vineyards - 22 min drive
Whistle Hop Brewing Company - 14 min drive
Village Scoop - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Cozy Cottage! Private and close to all nearby attractions! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Cozy Cottage! Private and close to all nearby attractions!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cozy Cottage! Private and close to all nearby attractions!?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Cozy Cottage! Private and close to all nearby attractions! located?
Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from CMLC Florence Nature Preserve, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Chimney Rock State Park and Hickory Nut Gap Farm. Chimney Rock Village Riverwalk and Chimney Rock Gemstone Mine are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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Cozy Cottage! Private and close to all nearby attractions! Reviews
Reviews
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Exceptional
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As advertised, it is tranquil, self-contained, and centrally located. It is close to trails and has a beautiful setting. We would repeat the experience.
The property is perfect and has everything you need to unplug, relax and enjoy nature in its purest form. The creek running next to the cottage was beautiful and the trails surrounding the area are definitely worth checking out. I will be back!
My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the cabin at Laughing Waters. It is an idyllic setting in a beautiful forest by the creek and conveniently located near Asheville. We’ve stayed here several times and it always proves to be the perfect place to check out and relax. Each time, we leave rested and rejuvenated. The host of this property is readily available, responsive, and accommodating. The cabin itself is clean, well equipped, and charming. Helene had a tremendous impact on the community; however, the atmosphere around the cabin is better than ever. The creek is much larger and more accessible, several great spots for a creekside fire. The area around the cabin has opened up to reveal the beauty of the property. We highly recommend.
It was wonderful having the stream and waterfall in the backyard. The view and the sounds really make you feel at peace. The property was great and the owners are wonderful as well.
Lived up to the reviews left by all. Host turned us on to a little private swimming hole just up the creek. Cabin itself is absolutely secluded and wonderful. Will be back.
We were looking for a short getaway where we could hike some and read much. We couldn't have been happier with the beautiful cabin and the wonderful sounds of the creek tumbling over the rocks in the stream bed.
For short hikes, we left our car parked and could walk along the trails in either direction. A lovely place to enjoy nature!
This may be the most peaceful and gorgeous place I have ever stayed. So quiet and endless things to see. . Could explore for days.... Will be visiting again..
Everything was perfect. Close to Asheville proper but completely remote feeling. Property is beautiful with ample trails nearby. Would definitely return.
Definitely the cutest and cleanest cottage i have been to. Love the location and the peace it brought us. The grounds were great and the communication with the host was amazing. We will be back for sure. Hoping for the spring.
We had a great 26th Anniversary getaway. We hiked the trails, enjoyed the waterfalls and the serenity of this place. It is rhe perfect distance from Hendersonville, Asheville and Lake Lure.
We will be back!! Owner was great!
Perfect place to unplug and have some adventures. I stayed here with my 3 daughters (ages 3, 5, and 10), and the futon worked great as a second bed once folded out. The access to immediate (and breathtaking) hiking trails and waterfalls was our favorite part.
Sarah D.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
mikki h.
19 July 2015
Beautiful, peaceful retreat
The cabin was very clean. The setting is beautiful with very nice trails. We'd love to see it in the fall! Close to Chimney Rock & Lake Lure.
mikki h.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Louis B.
22 December 2015
Laughing waters cabin
I thought the cabin was awesome. The location was perfect. We had a great time. Thank you.
Louis B.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Erik H.
11 July 2016
A very peaceful cabin! We needed some peace and tranquility and received just that with this cabin.
A wonderful place to collect your thoughts and refuel your mind and body. We would definately return!
beautiful property convenient to Asheville and surrounding outdoor recreation. The ambiance of the space with babbling creek was really nice to fall asleep to, or have morning coffee next to. Would definitely recommend
I wanted nothing more than to spend my birthday weekend in nature, but still close to Asheville to explore there as well. This cottage exceeded all expectations! Julia was quick in responses and thorough in her check-in/check-out instructions. Would definitely recommend!
Taylor W.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.
10/10 Excellent
Louis B.
3 January 2016
a cozy cabin in a great location
We really enjoyed our stay at the cabin, it was cozy right on the water and had great hiking paths. There were plenty of stores all within a 20 minute reach and the Biltmore was about 30 minutes away. Thank you so much.
Cottage had everything we needed, especially the full sized washer and dryer was super handy. Would have liked some newer "green pans" for cooking. Everything else was environmentally perfect.
The cabin was in great condition and clean. The directions were clear and made it easy to find it and get around the property. While inside you hear the waterfall and its very serene. It is about 30 mins from Ascheville but its close ro Chimney Rock if you want to visit the village or do the hike. Overall we had a great time.