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Black Balsam Cabin

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
Interior
Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroom37 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

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Brevard, NC
  • Place, French Broad River
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Crystal Mountain Gem Mine
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Brevard College
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪44 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Black Balsam Cabin

Just 5 minutes from downtown Brevard, this Scandinavian-inspired cabin blends modern comfort with cozy mountain charm. Designed as a peaceful basecamp for exploring Pisgah National Forest, DuPont State Forest, and Brevard’s vibrant food and brewery scene, this retreat offers convenience, style, and amenities that surprise most guests. 🌿 Scandinavian Comfort + Modern Touches Step into a warm, minimalist living space centered around a plush sofa bed, comfortable seating, soft lighting, and clean architectural lines. Whether you’re unwinding after a day of adventure or working remotely, you’ll enjoy: Fast, reliable high-speed WiFi A/C and heat for year-round comfort Smart TV + HDMI connections A full Nespresso bar with a variety of coffees The atmosphere is calm, clean, and intentionally designed—just as a Scandinavian cabin should be. 🛁 Spa-Like Bathroom Retreat The bathroom is one of the guests’ favorite features. Enjoy a luxurious spa experience with: Heated tile floors Rainfall showerhead Body spray jets Soft towels and quality toiletries It’s the perfect way to relax sore muscles after hiking, biking, or exploring waterfalls. ☕ Large Porch for Morning Coffee or Evening Relaxation The oversized porch is ideal for: Quiet mornings with Nespresso Dining outdoors Listening to nature Winding down at the end of the day The porch is often where guests spend the most time—especially with mountain air drifting and the forest surrounding the cabin. 🛏 Sleeps Up to 4 Bedroom with a premium queen mattress Living room sofa bed (plush, comfortable, and guest-ready) 📍 Perfectly Located (But Important Note About Road Noise) The cabin sits close to a small country road that provides easy, fast access to downtown Brevard and the national forests. You may hear the occasional passing vehicle—especially motorcycles on pleasant weekend days. Most guests say it quickly fades into the background, but we like to be transparent. For added comfort, we provide: Blackout curtains A white-noise machine Guests mention feeling well-rested and comfortable despite the occasional road activity. 🌄 Ideal for: Couples’ getaways Solo travelers Remote workers Mountain bikers visiting Pisgah or DuPont Trail runners, hikers, and outdoor explorers Small families 🔥 COMING SOON (Early Preview): Separate Wellness Building We’re adding a premium wellness space featuring: Sauna Outdoor shower Changing room Bike storage Office/workspace 🌟 What Guests Love Most 5 minutes to everything in Brevard Scandinavian design + clean aesthetic Spa bathroom Large porch Fast WiFi Close to Pisgah & DuPont Cozy, peaceful atmosphere
During your stay at this cabin, you'll be close to Silvermont Mansion and Park. Laundry facilities are available. The cabin includes amenities such as a kitchen and a patio.
  • Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, washing machine, and patio
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes a sauna
  • 6 minutes by car from Pisgah National Forest and 7 minutes from Crystal Mountain Gem Mine
As a guest of this cabin, you'll find a sauna, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Brevard cabin is smoke free.


Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Place all trash including bath & refrigerator in kitchen trash bin & take bag(s) to large garbage bin at back steps. Please only bagged trash in large bin outside
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

829420

Black Balsam Cabin Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christopher R.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a great stay. Super clean and efficient for the trip. Easy access to town. But still fsr enough away to enjoy. Owner was very prompt to messaging and any concerns. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke F.

Liked: Cleanliness
We come to Brevard every summer to mountain bike and hike and this cabin was by far the best place we have ever stayed in here! It was sooo beautiful, cozy, perfectly clean, unique and had everything we needed and more! My husband and I were so impressed and my two kids loved it as well. We hope to stay here whenever we visit Brevard!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin was adorable. Bathroom was exceptional. Even had heated floors. Had everything we needed and some extra. Location was nice and private but also close enough to downtown to have dinner. Right between Pisgah National Park and DuPont National Park for hiking and biking. Hosts were great with communication and very quick to accommodate our needs. They are building a few fun things into the property (like a sauna of some sorts) that we are looking forward to enjoying on our next trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Seth D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome stay in Brevard that is extremely close to everything downtown has to offer and only 30-45 minutes to Blue Ridge Parkway. Extremely nice cabin and Casey was super responsive. My wife and I have multiple friends who come to Brevard every year and have told them to ditch the hotels and stay here! Third time to Brevard and we plan on staying here on our yearly visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Destiny F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Getaway

We enjoyed our stay in this cozy cabin. Its cute, clean, and relaxing. The neighborhood is quiet and away from the main highway. Would definately book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffani M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend getaway

We enjoyed our stay at this cute cabin. It was well kept and clean, the area was very quiet and it was in a good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025