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Luxury Cabin Overlooking Large Trout Pond on Former Summer Camp.. Come & Play

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Remnants of a former summer camp give a special interest to this property
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Room
Interior
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Foosball on-site
    A rare find — the foosball table is waiting for you.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Nantahala National Forest
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Brevard, NC
  • Place, Lake Jocassee
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Place, Fred W. Symmes Chapel
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Place, Western Carolina University
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

Master

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

House Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

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

About this property

Luxury Cabin Overlooking Large Trout Pond on Former Summer Camp.. Come & Play

This luxurious mountain cabin sits atop a knoll overlooking a very large, stocked trout pond ready for fishing. Enjoy grilling out on the home's deck with the new grill while taking in the beautiful view, or just relaxing on the porch by candlelight listening to the cascading water over the rocks of the stream running to the side of the house.

Inside you'll find a very large great room with a combination living/kitchen/dining room which is perfect for relaxing entertainment by the wood-burning, native stone fireplace---perfect on the chilly mountain nights. The living room is equipped with a new HD Television and Blu-Ray/DVD player, as well as DirecTV satellite TV with movie and sports channel packages. The home has wireless, Fiber optic high-speed internet access. The kitchen is equipped with all utensils, as well as virtually all baking, grilling, and other cooking tools that you'll need to prepare a gourmet meal. New glassware and dinnerware sets for 8 are stocked in the cabinets. A coffee maker with permanent filter, toaster, convection toaster oven, and microwave oven are in the home, as are a new washer and dryer set.

This home has just recently been placed on VRBO and has new furnishings, linens, and high-end mattresses. The master BR has a King-sized bed and the second BR is a Queen-sized mattress. Sheets are 1000-thread count. The living room has a suitably comfortable sleeper sofa (Queen). Both bedrooms have new HDTV televisions with complete DirecTV channel packages.

Originally a summer camp over fifty years ago, the property on which the home now sits is a private, family estate comprised of 66 mountainous acres with two ponds that are fed by 3 streams that all originate on the property. The home sits on the footprint of what was the camp's headmaster's cabin. The original native stone steps lead up the hill to the deck giving the cabin unique, historic character.

There are only two cabins on this camp now, although the tract of land is very large---66 acres---so the two homes on this property remain private from one another. A small mountain separates the two and they are not within sight or hearing range of the other.

There are two small fields at the top of the mountain that are perfect for playing games with the family and throwing balls to the dogs, etc. Unused gravel roads and trails wind through the property and are perfect for leisurely strolls, short hikes, and dog-walking. There are some hidden trails in the forest for those that are brave-hearted that like outright bushwhacking! Kids absolutely love playing in the streams on the property sifting through the water looking for 'rubies' in the rocks and throwing pebbles in the pond.... And the trout-fishing is loads of fun. The largest pond is about an acre and has an outbuilding/garage overlooking that's used as an entertainment site with a very large deck for grilling, eating out, or just relaxing while watching the kids fish.

Structural relics of the old summer camp still exist throughout the property---stone foundations from the dining hall, a stone amphitheater in a mountain cove, old stone outdoor fireplaces, etc.----all making for interesting outdoor exploration.

This property is much more than a rental home---it's an adventure!

(Note: This is a newly added VRBO home, so look at my other home on the property if you'd like to see more reviews from former guest look at property number 350504. If this home is booked for the dates that you're interested in, then I suggest you consider the other home as well).

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Weddings, family events considered. See agreement.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 34 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Very pet-friendly for trained flea-medicated dogs
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The home is non-smoking.
Traveler must complete and return the attached rental agreement within 24 hours of booking for confirmation.
Guest must comply with additional tenant rules and policies as described in rental agreement.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 565064vb
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
Note from host: Weddings, family events considered. See agreement.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Brevard

Located in Brevard, this cabin is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Crystal Mountain Gem Mine and Transylvania Heritage Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sapphire National Golf Club and Sapphire Valley Ski Resort. Travelling with kids? Consider Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute, or check out an event or a game at Silversteen Memorial Stadium. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and mountain biking nearby.
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Brevard, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake Toxaway - 10 min drive - 12.7 km
  • Lake Jocassee - 35 min drive - 41.0 km
  • Lake Keowee - 38 min drive - 45.9 km
  • Fred W. Symmes Chapel - 41 min drive - 49.0 km
  • Western Carolina University - 55 min drive - 71.5 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grand Olde Station at Lake Toxaway - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dining Hall - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Forks of the River Taproom - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Country Skillet - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Riverside Pizza - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury Cabin Overlooking Large Trout Pond on Former Summer Camp.. Come & Play pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 34 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Luxury Cabin Overlooking Large Trout Pond on Former Summer Camp.. Come & Play ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Luxury Cabin Overlooking Large Trout Pond on Former Summer Camp.. Come & Play ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury Cabin Overlooking Large Trout Pond on Former Summer Camp.. Come & Play ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Luxury Cabin Overlooking Large Trout Pond on Former Summer Camp.. Come & Play located?

This family-friendly Brevard cabin is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of Nantahala National Forest, Pisgah National Forest and French Broad River. Champion Park and Gorges State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 204 out of 213 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 213 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 213 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 213 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 213 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome home! Very clean, great central location to several things I have visited in both directions. Quiet, safe for our girls adventure week, spacious, all the amenities needed! We didn't have time to explore the land at the home, but I'd love to stay again one day. Great hosts, excellent communication & reasonable price.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice. Loved the front porch. Everything was clean and we had a peaceful, quiet stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
3rd time there and great as always except for the whole week it was nothing but rain
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2026
Thanks for returning to Knoll House for a third stay. Sorry the week was mostly rain — glad the rest of your visit was great. Hope to host you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our third stay at this property. We love the privacy, ability to bring the dog, location near Brevard and many hiking trails. It is clean and stocked with anything you could need. The host is responsive and thoughtful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, spacious, convenient. Pups loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was really clean and well equipped. The property is lovely. My son didn’t catch any trout in the trout pond, but other than that, it was a great experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Very Clean and great communication

Overall our stay was great. We would stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Great property in the woods with beautiful views.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect stay!

The house was perfect, and we enjoyed our stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay!!

The cabin is the perfect size with lots to do!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay!

Just what we were looking for: quiet, peaceful, a little fishing, and close to Brevard. Had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Place

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Feb 2025
Thank you for your kind review, Elizabeth! We're glad to hear you had a clean and comfortable stay. We hope to welcome you back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing!

Wonderful place to stay on a great property! Will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Another Great Stay

This was our second time at the cabin. It’s comfortable, well-stocked, and our dog loves exploring the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Great Trip

We had a great time staying here. The cabin is well-stocked and cozy and is located close to hiking and biking opportunities, which is what we were looking for. We’d definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Property

This home had everything we needed and was private and relaxing. Best of all it’s in a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Perfect!

What a beautiful place to stay on vacation! Beautiful property, quiet, and very relaxing! Look forward to staying again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay in “the land of waterfalls”

Very cute cabin with thoughtful amenities like labeled
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best Cabin Ever!

Excellent property in a great location! Everything was in great clean working condition. Will definitely recommend for a nice relaxing stay for couples or family!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We had a wonderful time. Super relaxing and beautiful property.

Awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Vacation

Awesome place to stay. Excellent property owner, very helpful and easily accessible. Perfect for peaceful quiet get away.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Can't wait to go back!

Such a beautiful setting. We're already planning the next trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Family Vacation

We had a great time at this property. My boys, 9 & 10, fished and explored while we watched and enjoyed our coffee from the deck. If we come back to the area, will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Cabin

Beautiful cabin! Great location. Gorgeous views. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Good quiet place close to Downtown Brevard

Our stay was great. The property is well taken care of. It’ a quiet place with nice trails, good place to camp with the kids, and a peaceful setting. My family enjoyed to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

About the host

Hosted by David DeLozier

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Just a bit about me. I live full-time in Atlanta but am a Western North Carolina native. As a child growing up in the area I loved spending time outdoors and some of my fondest memories were attending Gwynn Valley summer camp in Brevard and hiking in Pisgah Forest. I’ve owned the property where you’ll be staying for about 20 years and previously shared it with my mother and her husband, and now look forward to retiring there myself---hopefully sooner than later! My son,10, loves ‘adventures’ on the property and learning to fish, and I really enjoy gardening, hiking, and anything outdoors as I’m ‘trapped’ in the office in Atlanta most of the time! I’m an amateur botanist/naturalist (most people don’t like to hike with me because I stop to ‘look’ at things all the time!) and the mountains are my escape from city life. I’m counting the days until I return to my mountain home where I'm truly happiest. I'm honored to be the custodian of this beautiful property and share it with my family and friends, and my sincere intent is to have them love and appreciate it as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

This property is unlike others as it's located on the footprint of a very old summer camp that has old native stone walls, beautiful old stone foundations from buildings like archeological sites, old roads weaving through the property now just trails for walks that go nowhere. Privacy and room to play is what the property offers. Fire pits, picnic tables, an old stone amphitheater built into a mountain cove make things special for family gatherings. All of this 15 minutes from Brevard, 20 minutes from Pisgah Forest with the hiking, waterfalls, and unique mix of cultural offerings, such as the summer Brevard Music Festival and great restaurants, shopping, art and music in this small, mountain town is truly unique. My dream was to share the property with my family and friends, and guests, in hopes that they love and appreciate it as much as I do. The property is large and very private with only two homes. It offers plenty of room to explore and a perfect place for kids and dogs to play outdoors. It's close to town, less than an hour away from Asheville yet just down the road from Gorges State Park, rafting and canoeing, fly fishing and a stocked trout pond right on the property.

What makes this property unique

This home has a commanding view of the property as it sits on the same footprint of the former head counselor/camp director's home of decades past. It's located on a small knoll at the bottom of a mountain overlooking the large trout pond, overlooking shop/entertainment building, old stone foundations, fire pit, picnic tables and abundant green lawns and gardens that are the primary features of property. While this listing says 'cabin' it's truly a home with all of the amenities that you'll need as it's very well equipped. One other unique feature is that the driveway comes right up to the home's garage that provides easy access (only 2 steps from garage floor to rear entrance) for my older guests or those with mobility issues.

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