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Toe Valley and Mount Mitchell Vacation Rental Cabins -- the best of North Carolina

We offer premier and luxury vacation rental accommodations in one of the most dramatic areas of the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina, with Mount Mitchell as a backdrop more than 3500' higher than the valley floor.  We have basic cabins where you bring your own linens, up to luxury log homes with Bob Timberlake Decor.  Most of our homes have either grand views, or river frontage, or golf course frontage.  We have great fly-fishing here in the South Toe River and the feeder tributaries in the Black Mountain range.  You won't go wrong, we'll find an accommodation that meets your needs.

Located in the beautiful South Toe Valley, and at the base of Mount Mitchell, highest peak in the eastern US, we are just 2 miles off the gorgeous Blue Ridge Parkway at mile post 344 and about half way between Burnsville and Marion on NC80.

The Toe Valley is surrounded by tens of thousands of acres of the Pisgah National Forest on many sides, the Blue Ridge Parkway on the south, and Mount Mitchell State Park is only about 2 miles (as the crow flies, 1/2 hour by road).  As a result, almost every property in the valley is less than 1/4 mile from national forest lands, or other public lands.  Through the center runs the pristine waters of the South Toe River, which its sources high on the slopes of Mount Mitchell.  You'll find terrific trout fishing (especially fly fishing) --- from the headwaters in Pisgah National Forest with its native brook trout which may be taken only on a fly, to the Burnsville area where it broadens into a major river with tubing, canoeing, rafting and wonderful summer swimming holes.  One of our favorite locations to enjoy these activities is at the Carolina Hemlocks Regional Recreation area operated by the Pisgah National Forest.

 

 
Because of our proximity to the Penland School of Crafts, the valley has become home to many world-class artisans in glass, metal work, paper, and the visual arts.  Their galleries and workshops are scattered all through the valley, and the Toe River Arts Council operates galleries in both Burnsville and Spruce Pine which feature artists from the area.  We have perhaps the highest concentration of crafts professionals in the world.

Local attractions include
  • Mount Mitchell Golf Course is one of the most playable, while still one of the most challenging courses you'll find.  What I love about the course, is that you don't get penalized for doing something right.  The Asheville Citizen Times readers voted it No. #1 public course in the region, and Golf Digest rated it 4 1/2 stars.
  • Burnsville -- a quaint mountain resort town with an old-timey town square .
  • Penland School of Crafts -- The "Julliard" of crafts.
  • Mt Mitchell State Park -- home of the top 5 peaks in the Eastern US, including Mt Mitchell at over 6600' elevation.
  • Blue Ridge Parkway -- Operated by the National Park Service, its a wonderful route to view grand mountain and valley vistas.
  • Chimney Rock -- a Nature Preserve and great place for hiking .
  • Grandfather Mountain -- known for its mile-high swinging bridge, and its internationally recognized biosphere.  Also home to the "Gathering of the Clans" and Highland Games in the fall.
  • Roan Mountain State Park -- home of the largest natural Rhododendron fields, which bloom in mid-June .
  • South Toe River -- One of the Eastern US premier trout streams .
  • Waterfalls galore -- with Setrock Falls and Roaring Fork Falls within a mile or two from most of our cabins, and featured in the photos here on this page .
  • Linville Gorge and Linville Falls -- just a short drive up the Blue Ridge Parkway to the North .
  • Asheville -- "The Mountain Capital"  A lively arts scene, one of the "happiest" towns in the US, and recently voted "Beer Town USA" for its many micro-breweries that have come up over the past few years.
  • Biltmore Estate -- The largest private home in the United States, and a "must see" when you're here in the area.
  • Pisgah National Forest -- tens of thousands of acres of woods and creeks and hiking trails surroung the valley on all sides.
  • Carolina Hemlocks Recreation Area -- within a couple miles of most cabins, features tubing in the river, fishing, and one of the best swimming holes in the region.  Picnic area, hiking trails, centered on the South Toe River.
  • Horseback Riding at several locations locally.
  • Black Mountain -- terrific town for local arts and gifts of various types, but also home of Tyson Furniture, which can get you nearly anything made in North Carolina at a fraction of the price.  So go ahead and go to Hickory and look at the furniture galleries, but then go to Tyson to order!
  • The Orchard at Altapas -- Just a few miles north on the Blue Ridge Parkway.  In the summer they have live music every weekend, hayrides, food and gifts, and the owner is highly recognized story teller.
In planning your visit, you may need to know that its about 50 minutes drive to the Asheville Airport, 2 1/2 hours to Charlotte, and 3 hours to Knoxville, TN.  We're about 70 minutes to the Tri-cities airport at Bristol/Johnson City TN.
 
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Guest Reviews ( view all )

"The Ferguson family from Florida really enjoyed the cool air and the beautiful scenery. The cabin was just perfect, and we are takin..."
---The Ferguson Family, Deland, Florida
"The house is adorable. You have done a marvelous job of remodeling and decorating it. This has been our first time staying in a hous..."
---Cecil & Carolyn Griffin, Chapel Hill, NC
"We came up for the Mt Mitchell Craft Fair in Burnsville. We've been attending it for years. Mostly we have camped at the Toe River Ca..."
---Dave and Sandy Johnson
"Katydids kept singing lullabies once the rain slowed I was in a wooden ship Passing various knobs Until we anchored in this cove. ..."
---Gary Paul Naghan
"Our family very much enjuoyed our stay here at your cabin. Absolutely no complaints, your cabin is beautiful and we found all amenitie..."
---The Finch Family, Middlesex, NC
"Great home! Very clean, very comfortable. We had a very good time and will be back. Thank you, The Epps Family"
---The Epps Family, Charlotte, NC
"This place was perfect for our family. We enjoyed fly fishing, roasting marshmallows and sight seeing. The Bears Den has the perfect ..."
---The Colemans, Raleigh, NC
"We really had a great time. It was relaxing and rewarding. The children, my wife and I have many precious memories from the week spen..."
---Doug Benedict and Family, Winter Garden, Florida
"Thank you for a wonderful time. This is a beautiful house. There are so many fun activities to do and not enough time to do them in ...."
---The Dardens
"What a wonderful place you have here! Had a great short trip into the mountains with our brother and sister in law who reside in Orlan..."
---Dawn and Chris Mooser, Louisville, KY
"We certainly enjoyed our Fathers' Day Retreat. Having the lovely creek just outside the back door proved to be very therapeutic! The ..."
---John and Tammy Tingle, Kingsport, TN
"You have a wonderful place -- very relaxing and therapeutic! We are going to gell our friends this is the place to come!"
---Bobby & Leigh Williams, Belmont NC
"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The weather was great and we were able to hike many of the trails close by. Mt Mitchell is nice and w..."
---Beth, Sarah, and Jensen, Palmetto, Florida
"Great Little Cabin -- We took our three children (ages 4, 6 and 9) for a week and had a fantastic time. The river is just right in ..."
---Lorri, Mt Pleasant, NC
"Is it time to leave already? What a wonderful time we had on this trip. The location was perfect for the kids to play in the water. ..."
---The Stives, Sumter, SC
"Today we leave this beautiful area, unfortunately. This is our second stay at Whitetail Cabin and is a favorite place of ours now. Lo..."
---The Moodys
"Really enjoyed our stay! Great cabin, loved the fact that everything was here and all we had to do is bring our toothbrush. Look forw..."
---John and Dinae Piccirillo, Port Charlotte, FL
"Ancient drums from fires of many winters past...Carpe Dieme...shower of communia among tranquil voices of the stream...watching baby bi..."
---Wayne, Ellen, Gary and Lynn
"Thank yhou for sharing this amazing place with us! Kevin and I truly enjoyed ourselves and hope we spend many more nights here in the ..."
---Laura and Kevin Hardy
"My heart is so happy to be here and my soul feels rejuvinated. Outdoor shower rocks and the tub is awesome."
---Alena, Jim and Claire