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Cozy Cottage Beside Creek with Waterfalls

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Exterior
Property grounds
Nestled in the heart of Hickory Nut Gorge, Laughing Waters offers a serene retreat. Enjoy a comfortable cottage overlooking two beautiful waterfalls on Hickory Nut Creek, with hiking trails nearby. Relax in the all-log cottage's kitchen/living room or unwind in nature.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3330 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cozy Cottage Beside Creek with Waterfalls


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, 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 Community. A special place for a peaceful, quiet retreat in these beautiful sacred mountains! This area is still recovering from Hurricane Helene. Unfortunately, you won't be able to access Lake Lure right now.
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 amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free 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

  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Non smoking only

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

Located in Gerton, this cottage is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Right Track Toy Train Museum and Feed and Seed are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Hickory Nut Gap Farm and Chimney Rock Adventure Golf. Chimney Rock Gemstone Mine and Justus Orchard are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with fishing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and mountain biking.
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Gerton, NC

What's nearby

  • CMLC Florence Nature Preserve - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Hickory Nut Gap Farm - 7 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance - 23 min drive - 14.6 miles
  • Biltmore Estate - 32 min drive - 19.5 miles
  • Lake Lure - 59 min drive - 28.1 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Turgua Brewing - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Point Lookout Winery - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Whistle Hop Brewing Company - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Joint Next Door - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Geneva Riverside Lodging and Tiki Bar & Grill - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Cottage Beside Creek with Waterfalls pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Cottage Beside Creek with Waterfalls?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Cottage Beside Creek with Waterfalls?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Cottage Beside Creek with Waterfalls 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 Gemstone Mine and Chimney Rock Adventure Golf are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Cozy Cottage Beside Creek with Waterfalls Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 86 out of 87 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 87 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 87 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 87 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 87 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Gwen A.

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

Weekend Get Away

We enjoyed our stay. The cottage was very clean. It was on a creek and we loved falling asleep at night listening to the water. Very relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randall W.

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

Anniversary trip

Great! So relaxing and peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela S.

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

Fabulous

Absolutely loved this cabin and all its surrounding natural beauty!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise S.

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

Beautiful place

This cabin was perfect. The location, the waterfalls, and the hiking trails were amazing. Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike B., Mount Pleasant, SC

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

Cozy river cottage

Fantastic little cottage on a gorgeous private and quiet property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marci C.

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

Simply the Best!

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

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

Son and Father vacation

The cottage was exactly as advertised. Very clean and very peaceful. I would recommend this getaway to anyone.We will be back lots to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

JRB

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

Great Spot

Extremely relaxing getaway in the hills. Clean house and property.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie P.

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

Peaceful

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

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

Most beautiful place

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..
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah D.

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

Perfect getaway

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bri D.

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

Tucked-away Creekside Moment

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
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robin B., Hamptonville, USA

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

Perfect getaway

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!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim C.

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

Escape the world

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie M.

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

Lovely cottage in the woods

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelli M.

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

Peaceful and quite cozy with a great location

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

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

Could not have been better.

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.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

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

Perfect couples getaway

Everything was perfect. Close to Asheville proper but completely remote feeling. Property is beautiful with ample trails nearby. Would definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

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

Cute cottage

This cottage was so cute and located in a perfect secluded area! We had a little problem with the water freezing but Julia was great in helping us!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin R.

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

Peaceful cottage

Everything we hoped for. Peaceful and many magical spots around the property. Quiet. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Taylor W.

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

Quaint and Serene!

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!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nusiba B.

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

Cabin weekend getaway

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott G.

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

Perfect

Cabin feels deep in the woods with a river running about 20yrds down a hill from the cabin. The entire property has one thing after another to explore, from amazing trails, waterfalls, orchids and ponds. The cabin had everything we needed. Wifi was excellent. Check in and out was stress free. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rocky S.

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

secluded stream side hide out

Was just what we were looking for. Because of the way it is situated in the trees next to the creek you wouldn't know anything else was around. Very private . We plan to return and experience it in the fall.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joshua S.

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

Secluded cabin, beautiful property

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

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