Old Chestnut Cabin; walk to Lake Junaluska! | Cabin in Waynesville
3 Bedroom Cabin in Lake Junaluska, Waynesville
Experience ye ole' piece of history when you call Old Chestnut Cabin your homestead away from home! This 1800s cabin in Waynesville is best of both worlds; modern convenience with old-school charm. Just a few minutes walk through mature growth trees takes you to Lake Junaluska which includes outdoor activities like kayaking, swimming, golf, a fire pit and much more! Outdoor adventures abound and a cozy cabin awaits you when you choose Old Chestnut Cabin as your retreat to simpler times.
Originally located in Tennessee, Old Chestnut cabin was moved to Lake Junaluska in 1977. Search for the tags on the logs that helped aid the reassembly process. Have a history lesson while discovering the antiques from the 1800s that are thoughtfully placed in the cabin and dream of simpler times.
Access to the cabin from the street is up a hill via over 40 stone stairs and the interior stairs between the two floors are very steep and shallow which may be too steep for young children and dogs to navigate. We would recommend dogs and children remain on the main level floor during your stay. There is room for the parking of 2 cars directly in front of the cabin. Overflow parking is steps across the street on Oxford.
Inside, rustic charm prevails! Sit and sip on cups of coffee in front of the stone fireplace. Cook intimate meals for 2 or a feast for 8 in the full kitchen. Gather around the wooden dining table for a meal by the fire. Following dinner, carry your after-dinner drinks out to one of two balconies overlooking the old growth trees and natural landscape with mountain views in the distance.
This level also has a private bedroom with a Queen bed and a full bathroom. The couch by the fire also pulls out to a Queen sofa bed for additional sleeping. Follow the steep stairs to the second level and you will find 2 bedrooms, one with a Queen bed and one with a Twin XL bed. You will also find a second full bathroom with a free-standing clawfoot bathtub! Take a nice soak in the tub and dream of simpler times. This level also has a second living area which doubles as an office (computer not included). The sofa in this room pulls out to a full bed. Before turning in, take one last glance at the sunset from the second level balcony where you will find comfy seating and mountain views in the distance.
Please note due to the cabin's age, there is a thermostat on the main level, but there are no vents or thermostat on the upper level. The fireplace and space heaters make the upper level nice and cozy during the winter and during the summer open the windows to get the best mountain breezes coming across the lake to cool you down!
Outdoor adventure is abundant very close by! We are half an hour from Cataloochee Ski Area! Pack your parka and ski poles for an epic ski adventure and then meander back to Old Chestnut to warm your feet by the fire while sipping hot cocoa.
From the cabin, walk less than a mile to discover the gleaming shoreline of Lake Junaluska where you'll find recreational activities such as hiking, paddle boarding, kayaking, canoeing, birding and fishing (valid NC fishing license required).
This is where a lakeside pool is located open Memorial Day through Labor Day Weekend. You can reserve a lake cruise while learning a little history aboard the Cherokee IV. Lake Junaluska also offers mini-golf, shuffleboard, and cornhole. Bring a friend and get a workout on the communal tennis and pickleball courts or inside the fitness center and then brush up on your s'mores skills over the flames of the Shackford Fire Pit.
Blue Ridge Parkway, Flat Laurel Creek, and the Black Balsam Knob are also minutes away. The Cataloochee Ski Area is 23 miles up the road and you are also conveniently located near the Great Smoky Mountains, Asheville, and Cherokee.
Old Chestnut Cabin; walk to Lake Junaluska! is located in Lake Junaluska. Old Chestnut Cabin; walk to Lake Junaluska! provides accommodation, featuring Pool, Wellness Facilities, Fireplace/Heating, among other amenities. This Cabin features Pool, Wellness Facilities, Fireplace/Heating, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Old Chestnut Cabin; walk to Lake Junaluska! has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 8 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cabin because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cabin, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cabin has a friendly neighborhood, and the Lake Junaluska has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cabin in Lake Junaluska, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Air conditioning
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Heating
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2 bathrooms
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Towels provided
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3 bedrooms
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Bed sheets provided
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Sofa bed
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Dining table
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Living room
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Dining room
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Fireplace
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Stovetop
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Ice maker
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Refrigerator
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Microwave
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Spices
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Coffee/tea maker
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Oven
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Toaster
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Dishwasher
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Laundry facilities
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Washing machine and dryer
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Onsite parking
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Car required
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Welcoming dogs only
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1 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
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Pet friendly
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Smoke-free property
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Wildlife and game walks nearby
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Kayak on site
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Tennis on site
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Fitness center
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Swimming nearby
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Golfing on site
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Hiking nearby
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Water sports equipment
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Birdwatching nearby
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Fishing nearby
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Casino nearby
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Canoeing nearby
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Ecotours nearby
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Rafting nearby
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Books
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Smart TV
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Games
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Unit size: 1884 sq ft (175 sq m)
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In the mountains
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On the lake
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Office
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Desk
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Desk chair
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Iron/ironing board
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Free WiFi
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Firepit
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Balcony
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Barbecue grill
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First aid kit
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Fire extinguisher
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Close to skiing
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Shared/communal pool
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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
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