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Kibbin | Pet-Friendly Luxury Stone Cottage on Creek

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A stone house with a stone exterior, a porch, and a small front yard with a flower bed and rocks.
A cozy cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden walls, and a dining area with a hanging light fixture.
A stone building with a metal roof, situated by a rocky stream, surrounded by dense forest.
A wooden interior with a dining area, sofa, and staircase.
A cozy cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden dining table, and a living area with a sofa.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • A quiet escape
    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Pisgah National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Old Fort, NC
  • Place, Pisgah National Forest
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Place, Biltmore Estate
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the area

Old Fort

Located in Old Fort, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Pisgah National Forest and Catawba River reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Old Fort Railroad Museum and The Merry Wine Market. Black Mountain Center for the Arts and Ten Thousand Villages are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby water tubing, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking, cycling and hiking/biking trails.
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Old Fort, NC

What's nearby

  • Pisgah National Forest - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance - 30 min drive - 49.1 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 35 min drive - 56.4 km
  • The Orange Peel - 35 min drive - 56.4 km
  • Biltmore Estate - 39 min drive - 59.9 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪J. Hartman's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪B Side Bakery & Books - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Davis Country Store & Cafe - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kibbin | Pet-Friendly Luxury Stone Cottage on Creek pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kibbin | Pet-Friendly Luxury Stone Cottage on Creek?

As of 14 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kibbin | Pet-Friendly Luxury Stone Cottage on Creek on 11 Jan 2027 start from AU$1,758, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Kibbin | Pet-Friendly Luxury Stone Cottage on Creek?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Kibbin | Pet-Friendly Luxury Stone Cottage on Creek?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kibbin | Pet-Friendly Luxury Stone Cottage on Creek?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kibbin | Pet-Friendly Luxury Stone Cottage on Creek located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is steps from Pisgah National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Arrowhead Monument and Old Fort Railroad Museum. Mountain Gateway Museum and Catawba River are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 46 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin in the most beautiful location! Quiet, peaceful, and proximity to Black Mountain.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Nov 2025
Megan, thank you for your kind words! We’re so glad you enjoyed your time at Kibbin and loved the peaceful setting and proximity to Black Mountain. We’d love to welcome you back anytime for another relaxing getaway!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful visit and wonderful visit. Having the rocky stream right out the door gave us hours of fun. We had a hurricane come thru while there and the company checked on us and gave us the phone number in case electricity went out. It did not. The giant fire place in the main room was wonderful. Very big main room with giant table was very helpful when confined to the house during the hurricane. Unfortunately, now my 5 year old says we can only go there and no where else anymore. And we vacation frequently in all different places. Company responded in less than an hour.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Nov 2026
Thank you so much for sharing your experience! We're delighted that your family made such special memories exploring the creek and enjoying Kibbin's cozy comforts, even with some unexpected weather during your stay. We're especially glad our team made you feel supported and at ease throughout the storm. And we have to say, your five-year-old's glowing endorsement might just be our favorite compliment! It means so much to know this special place left such a lasting impression on your family. We would love to welcome you all back for another sweet mountain adventure, hopefully with a little more sunshine next time around!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Timmons vacay

Wonderful views with beautiful accommodations!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Aug 2022
Truie, we're delighted to hear that you and your family had such an amazing getaway at Kibbin on Mackey Creek! We appreciate you taking the time to review and recommend us to future guests, and we look forward to hosting you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing Place

Everything was exactly what we were looking for and Grey Beard Rentals went above and beyond expectations.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Aug 2021
Jamey, we're delighted to hear that you had such a fantastic getaway at Kibbin, and we're also very pleased to hear that the exceptional customer service from the team members at Greybeard just enhanced your experience that much more. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your positive feedback with us and future guests, and we hope that we'll get the chance to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful weekend getaway!

Had a wonderful time. Well appointed cabin on a beautiful river setting. Abundantly stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 June 2022
Scott, we're delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful weekend getaway at Kibbin and loved the gorgeous creekside setting and well-stocked interior. We appreciate you taking the time to review and recommend us to future guests, and we hope that we'll get the chance to host you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Plenty of room for everyone

Great layout/plenty of room for the family. Very comfortable and quiet home
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug 2021
Tara, we're delighted to hear that you had such an exceptional getaway at Kibbin on Mackey Creek and loved the spacious and accommodating interior. We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback with us and future guests, and we hope that we'll get the chance to host you again if and when you return to the area!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Long Weekend Getaway

Very nice and beautiful home. You seem isolated when there but you are only 15 minutes from town. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Mar 2023
Charles, we're delighted to hear that you had an amazing weekend getaway at Kibbin on Mackey Creek and enjoyed the secluded yet convenient location. We appreciate you taking the time to review and recommend us to future guests, and we look forward to hosting you again soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice and relaxing family trip

The booking process was super easy and being that it was last minute due to another companies cancellation that was extremely helpful. The cabin is in a decent location and had almost everything that was needed. There were a few minor issues but nothing that would keep us from recommending this place.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 May 2022
Eric, we're delighted to hear that you and your family had an overall wonderful and relaxing getaway at Kibbin on Mackey Creek! We're also very pleased to hear that the seamless reservation process just enhanced your experience that much more. We apologize for any inconveniences you encountered during your stay, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughtful feedback with us and future guests. We hope that we'll get the chance to host you again if and when you return to the area!
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10/10 Excellent

Paradise

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our cabin was very beautifully furnished and provided everything we needed for a relaxing vacation
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
That's great to hear that Kibbin provided great accommodations for your relaxing stay. Thanks for your feedback.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Kibben Cabin

This was our 2nd time at the cabin. We absolutely love staying here. We love having the river below. We love that there is a bedroom and bath on each floor. The side patio is our favorite place at this property. We have never used the fire pit next to the river, but hope to the next time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2021
Paula, we're delighted to hear that you had another exceptional getaway at Kibbin and loved the creekside location and well-appointed interior. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughtful feedback with us and future guests, and we look forward to welcoming you back to the area very soon⁠—perhaps this fall or winter so you can try out the outdoor fire pit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hidden Gem

Located in the peaceful hills of Old Fort, NC (about 30 mins from Asheville), the Kibbin is a perfect location for an inspiring novelist needing a quiet retreat or an adventurous family needing a home base after a long day of enjoying the great outdoors. The local property managers were very communicative and easy to work, making this beautiful cabin an easy choice for anyone looking for a hidden gem!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2022
Josh, we're delighted to hear that you had such an exceptional getaway at Kibbin on Mackey Creek, and we're very pleased to hear that the excellent communication from the team members at Greybeard just enhanced your experience that much more. We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughtful feedback with us and future guests, and we hope that we'll get the chance to host you again when you return to the area!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Relaxing family trip

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This home is lovely! Nicely situated on the creek with privacy and no neighbors in sight. We enjoyed sitting on the porch, playing in the creek, and visiting the surrounding areas. Highly recommend for families!
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
Thanks for your feedback! The setting at Kibbin really is beautiful and we are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay! -Greybeard Rental's team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful cottage!

We had a wonderful stay at Kibbin. The cottage is absolutely beautiful! It was in immaculate shape and beautifully decorated. My son told me he felt famous staying there :) It is in close proximity to multiple mountain towns, but there is not much to do immediately around the cabin. Be prepared to disconnect (we had no cell phone service and a weaker internet signal), but that was part of the fun. Would 100% stay here again and recommend. Perfect family fall getaway, we were sad to leave.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Dec 2022
Ashley, we're delighted to hear that you and your family had such a fantastic fall getaway at Kibbin on Mackey Creek! We appreciate you taking the time to share your valuable feedback with us and future guests, and we hope that we'll get the chance to host you again when you return to the area.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Gorgeous Cabin

From check in to check out everything was wonderful about “Kibbin”. The property is really tucked into the hill beside the road so it can be hard to see when you first arrive. Inside it’s absolutely stunning and had everything we needed. We loved listening to the creek from the bedrooms since the weather was nice enough to open the windows at night. Beautiful decorating, thoughtful design and a charming location make this one of the best properties I’ve stayed in. We all loved it. Thank you so much for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2021
Becky, we're delighted to hear that you and your group had such an exceptional getaway at Kibbin and loved the stunning, well-stocked interior and gorgeous creekside location. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your complimentary feedback with us and future guests, and we hope that we'll get the chance to welcome you back to the area again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We will be back!

My 13 year old described the cabin interior as the setting of a Disney movie. It is lovely! My 17 year old son had his waders on and was on the creek fishing for trout every day. My mom said now that we are back home she can’t sleep without the sound of the creek. We had a wonderful time and look forward to coming back with friends.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Apr 2021
Jen, we're delighted to hear that you and your family had such an exceptional stay at Kibbin and loved the charming interior and peaceful creekside location. We really appreciate you choosing Greybeard Rentals and taking the time to share your feedback with us, and we look forward to welcoming you back to the area soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great family time

The cabin itself is one of the nicer properties we’ve stayed in. Clean, tons of space, and beautiful surroundings. My kids absolutely loved the creek and played there for hours. We had a great time in the evening around the fire pit. The only (slightly) negative thing I have on this listing is that I thought it would be truly private. Across the bridge there is a building where we had a few ppl in and out of. Not a big deal, but we were hoping we’d be by ourselves in the middle of nowhere. All in all, we’ll be back and probably bring some additional family with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Sept 2023
David, we're delighted that you and your family had such an incredible getaway at Kibbin on Mackey Creek! We appreciate you sharing your valuable feedback with us and recommending the home to future guests, and we look forward to hosting you again when you return to the area.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Terry Clan Comes to Kibbin

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a wonderful relaxing time at the Kibbin. Beautiful home, wonderful landscape surrounding, easy check in and check out process. The home as a little history too! Home had all the amenities we needed and more. Great place to get away from the hustle and bustle. Far enough off the beaten path but close enough for a quick drive to Old Fort, Black Mountain and Marion. The house is also close enough to go exploring nearby Linville Gorge and Mount Mitchell. The home, location, and realty company exceeded our expectations. We'll definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
So glad you got some good relaxation and enjoyed Kibbin. You chose some great spots to explore. Linville Gorge is beautiful! Yes, give us a call at Greybeard Rentals when you're headed here in the future.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Count yourself among the loyal few if you rent Kibbin

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Look around the Kibbin and be amazed at the effort, the thoughtfulness, the detail of thought put into every aspect of this house. The house history alone is awesome. A true hidden gem in the mountains. Secluded location but still close to everything. Perfect for visiting Linville, Mount Mitchell, Grandfather Mountain, Chimney Rock, Asheville and Brevard. Stream flows right outside the house and you can listen to it all night with the windows open. Only negative, there is *no microwave* in the house. Please owners, get one, put it in the closet just to give us an option. It is a privilege to be a repeat guest here and words and pictures can't do this place justice.
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Mar 2020
I'm so glad you were pleased with a return visit to the gem that is Kibbin! Sounds like you visited some great spots in the area during your time. Thanks for your feedback about the microwave - while the owner doesn't use microwaves personally, they appreciated the feedback and we will be adding a microwave to the home. Thanks!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Business retreat for three

Excellent and beautiful home. We’ll designed, comfortable and in a beautiful setting.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2022
Gisele, we're delighted to hear that you had an amazing business retreat at Kibbin on Mackey Creek and loved the comfortable, well-designed interior and gorgeous setting. We appreciate you taking the time to review and recommend us to future guests, and we hope that we'll get the chance to host you again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy cottage

We drove from Florida so our kids could have some winter fun. This house manages to be spacious and cozy at the same time with a stone cottage exterior and a warm cabin interior. Very peaceful relaxing setting on a flowing creek and convenient location with Asheville and Black Mountain in one direction, with Sugar Mountain and Beach Mountain ski resorts in the other direction.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Feb 2022
Matthew, we're delighted to hear that you and your family had such an exceptional and relaxing winter getaway at Kibbin and loved the peaceful creekside setting and cozy, well-appointed interior. We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughtful feedback with us and future guests, and we hope that we'll get the chance to host you again when you return to the area!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cabin

Beautifully designed cabin and it has a lot of space as well! WE enjoyed the fireplace and the sound of the creek every morning.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan 2022
Aleksandra, we're delighted to hear that you had such a fantastic getaway at Kibbin on Mackey Creek and loved the spacious, well-designed interior, cozy fireplace, and peaceful sounds of the creek. We appreciate you taking the time to review and recommend us to future guests, and we hope that we'll get the chance to host you again soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful setting very comfortable cabin.

This property is in a beautiful setting. The sound of the stream and views of the surrounding woods is very peaceful. It can be challenging to get to at night but we learned our way quickly. Old Fort and Black Mountain are an easy drive and have several great restaurants and shopping in Black Mountain. Asheville, the Biltmore and the Omni are all easy drives, about 25-40 min.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Nov 2021
Scott, we're delighted to hear that you had such a lovely and relaxing getaway at Kibbin and enjoyed the gorgeous creekside setting and convenient access to the shops and restaurants in nearby towns. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your valuable feedback with us and future guests, and we hope that we'll get the chance to host you again soon!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

September 16th 2021

Inside cabin was great but the outside was so overgrown we could not enjoy it
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Oct 2021
Wanda, we are sorry to hear that your overall experience at Kibbin fell below expectations, and we sincerely apologize for the groundskeeping issue you encountered during your stay. Rest assured that the issue has been relayed to our maintenance team to ensure it is addressed. We appreciate you taking the time to share your honest and constructive feedback with us, and we hope that you will consider staying with us again in the future so we might regain your confidence and exceed your expectations.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

good cabin, well maintained

well kept and well appointed
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2021
Patrick, we're delighted to hear that you had such an exceptional getaway at Kibbin and loved the well-appointed interior. We appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback with us and future guests, and we hope that we'll get the chance to host you again if and when you return to the area!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Little Slice of Heaven

In the past, we've had some pretty horrific experiences when renting vacation homes. We were pleasantly surprised to find this large, rustic, stone house in beautiful condition, clean, and with all relative information easy to find on the fridge. The location is amazing (right on the creek, in the middle of nowhere -- just the way we like it), the interior is comfortably designed and there was plenty of space for our 6 guests to lounge either together or independently. The back deck was so quaint; I was sad that it was so hot, or we would've spent more time out there. Such a great house for entertaining. We got engaged while we were there, and we're already talking about possibly booking it to stay for our wedding! Thanks for having us!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Aug 2021
Marie, congratulations on your engagement! We're beyond delighted to hear that you had such an exceptional getaway at Kibbin and loved the spacious, well appointed interior and gorgeous creekside location. We appreciate you taking the time to share your valuable feedback with us and future guests, and we look forward to welcoming you back to the area soon—perhaps for your wedding or honeymoon!
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