Thank you for considering Wolf Cabin Escape. This may be the perfect place for you if:
• You’re looking for tranquility, wildlife, and nature
• You’re comfortable staying in a remote location
• You love amenities like a hot tub, firepit, fast cable Wi-Fi, and surrounding land to explore
This may not be the best place for you if:
• You’re not comfortable navigating a steep driveway
• You do not have 4WD in winter months
• You need it to be “AC cold” in summer months
For the best possible experience, please read the full description as it contains many important notes to understand before booking. We want to make sure that our home is right for you!
We purchased this property in April 2018 and that first year of ownership, we were selfish and had the place all to ourselves. This allowed us to use it as a family for various holidays and also make improvements and add our personal touch. Now we love sharing our home with others.
With the above being said, we understand that staying in our cabin is a unique experience. Here are some things to consider:
- 4WD/AWD is essential in the winter. We are open all year round and some of the most beautiful times to visit us is in the winter with a fresh snowfall. The roads within Wolf Laurel as well as our driveway really do require four-wheel drive in winter months. Several guests have "tested" their luck with a 2WD car and did not have a great experience. Our community has a roads & maintenance crew that works to clear the main roads, but remember, you are in the mountains. During the winter months we do recommend travel insurance if you don't feel comfortable driving during inclement weather.
- The property is not equipped with AC. Due to the climate in the mountains we have found it is not necessary and most homes do not have AC. We have found that on the days that it does get warmer if the windows are open and guests use the fans that we have provided then the temperature does come down. If you need it to be AC cold in summer months, we may not be right for you.
- Our property is built into the side of a mountain. The Wolf Laurel community has paved roads most of the way to our home, but then you will get on our street which is gravel. The driveway entrance is steep, but as shown in pictures and mentioned by many guests, very doable. It can look intimidating the first time you approach it just as it did for us when we first purchased it. Guests must take their time and navigate slowly, but will realize that it's not as bad once you have done it. From our driveway, there are 24 steps down to get to our home (see picture). If you are not interested or have a difficult time navigating stairs and are looking for a paved road with an easy to access flat driveway, we may not be the place for you.
- We have a creek, a firepit and much land to explore. Exploring our property can be an adventure, but not for those who may be uncomfortable on trails or navigating outdoor terrain.
- A big part of our attraction is the amenity of a hot tub. We love it! Our guests love it! For nearly every guest, there are no issues with using the hot tub and enjoying the heat, jets and view. At the same time, routine maintenance on an item like this is required. We have several contracted repair companies that can typically fix anything. Our housekeeper maintains testing and chemical levels. Should an issue arise, please understand that we do everything in real time to get it resolved for your stay.
- Please don’t hesitate to ask questions prior to booking. We want to make sure that our expectations for this visit are aligned and that you thoroughly enjoy your stay.
More details about our cabin:
Our rustic home provides a perfect balance of relaxation, activities, nature and more. Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains and part of the Gated Wolf Laurel Community, you will quickly learn that our home allows you to enjoy the quiet of nature in a very secluded setting, and still have access to many amenities and activities.
Our community has a private access trail to hike up Big Bald and we are right along the Appalachian Trail if you care to venture down this famous path.
The views from Wolf Cabin Escape are breathtaking, and you can see them from inside the home through the large windows, off the back deck or from the comfort of our new 6 person jetted hot tub.
The back deck has a high top table with 4 chairs to enjoy the sounds of the creek and have a meal or a drink outdoors. We also have an outdoor sofa along with a patio table with even more seating. You also need to take advantage of our firepit and outdoor chairs to warm up and maybe make smores.
Although we are nestled in a quiet and secluded area, you will still have the amenities of a central heating, showers & bath, washer/dryer, WiFi service, flat-screen TV, full kitchen with all cooking utensils & tableware, a newly renovated master bathroom, and comfortable beds. After a nice hike to our creek, you can relax on two comfortable sofas as you sit by the fire (we even provide the wood). A full size washer and dryer is also available for your use.
The upstairs loft area not only has 2 queen beds and its own bathroom, it also has a dedicated entertainment space. The flat screen TV and 2 bean bag chairs to allow kids (and adults) a place to relax and watch movies.
You will have access to a fully equipped kitchen with all the necessary appliances like range, oven, microwave & dishwasher. We have a traditional coffee maker just bring your coffee of choice. A blender, toaster and various pots and pans for any cooking adventure!
Beyond that, we have playing cards, board games (including UNO and Jenga) and even a wide variety of books to read. You are welcome to take any book you haven't finished and feel free to leave a book you've already read.
Provided for your stay are:
Towels
Soap
Shampoo
Dishwashing liquid and pods for dishwasher
Laundry detergent
Firewood
Hairdryer
Fans
Iron
Humidifier
We do allow pets at the property. There is a one time non-refundable pet-fee of $100 and we allow up to a max of 2 dogs.
With all these comforts at our peaceful retreat, you still may want to venture and explore the nearby area...and there is plenty to see and do.
The town of Mars Hill (25 mins) , Weaverville (35 mins) & Asheville (45 mins) offer many options for shopping, restaurants & activities.
*** We provide a complimentary 10% discount voucher for Ski the Wolf as well as some discounted coupons for Baad Burrito to all our guests! ***
Nearby Places:
Grocery:
Ingles Grocery - Mars Hill, NC (25 mins)
Walmart - Weaverville, NC (34 mins)
Restaurant/Drinks
Waffle House - Mars Hill, NC (25 mins)
Bojangles - Mars Hill, NC (25 mins)
Starbucks (inside Ingles) - Mars Hill, NC (25 mins)
Stackhouse - Mars Hill, NC (30 mins)
Baa'd Sheep Burrito - Mars Hill, NC (30 mins) - Complementary Coupons in the Welcome Packet
The Original Papa Nicks - Mars Hill, NC (30 mins)
Soba Sushi & Noodles - Weaverville, NC (35 mins)
Allgood Coffee - Weaverville, NC (35 mins)
Mad Co. Brew House - Marshall, NC (40 mins)
...And Asheville has PLENTY of options (45 mins away)
Activities:
Ride the Wolf (ski, snowboard & tube)
Wolf's Den Ski Rental
Wolf Laurel Stables (horseback riding)
Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre
Big Bald Hike (private entry to trail)
Blue Heron Whitewater (Whitewater Rafting)
French Broad Adventures (Rafting, Ziplines & Climbing)
Misc:
Visit Madison County ( Guide to events & activities)
Romantic Asheville ( Great Guide to Asheville activities)
Mars Hill University
Blue Ridge Parkway
Our guests also have access to several of our mobile phones for quick and easy to access to us. We hope you enjoy our home as much as we do and please don't hesitate to ask us any questions, advice or suggestions.
