Lodge Lore: Private Riverfront Retreat | 3 Cabins

Welcome to Lodge Lore, a private riverfront retreat nestled into a forested valley of the Blue Ridge Mountains, surrounded by clear rushing water, mountain views, and peaceful trails across many private acres. You're on river time here! The Lodge and two authentic hand-hewn log cabins blend Appalachian heritage with modern amenities and luxury furnishings. After a day of adventure, unwind by the wood stove, enjoy dinner under the pavilion, or simply soak in the quiet. Ideal for anyone who finds comfort in nature.

Your stay includes three cabins, ideal for family and friend gatherings, retreats, and adventurers:

Cabin #1. The Lodge – - Retreat on the river

The Lodge sits directly on the river and serves as the heart and centerpiece of the property. Hand-hewn logs and magnificent stonework frame warm, inviting interiors.

-Eat-in Kitchen: Well-appointed with Thermador appliances and stone counters—perfect for cooking and sharing meals after a day of adventure.
-Living Room: Centers around a massive rock fireplace and wood-burning stove, ideal for games, movies, or curling up with a book.
-Entry & Mudroom: Leather dining banquette with table, comfortable sitting chairs, and a beautiful old wood-burning stove.
-Bedrooms: Offer restful comfort with premium mattresses and soft linens.
-Bunk Room: Sleeps many—perfect for friends, cousins, golf or fishing trip buddies, kids of all ages, and anyone who enjoys bunkhouse vibes.
-Amenities: Private washer/dryer. Mini-splits for heat and AC, plus supplemental heating/cooling via space heaters and fans (no central HVAC)
-Space to relax or gather.
-Starlink internet / Wifi
-Parking: Up to 5 vehicles

Sleeping Arrangements Include:
Primary Bedroom: 1 king, 1 queen (open loft overhead)
Bunk Room: 2 twins, 2 twin trundles, 1 queen sofa bed
Total accomodation at the Lodge: 10 people. Please make note of shared sleeping spaces. Ideal for up to 2 couples, and 6 singles.

Recreation areas adjacent to the Lodge:

The Lost Library:
A hand-hewn log cabin over a century old, retrofitted for recreation and reflection. Enjoy the wood-burning stove, billiard table, ping pong, games, corn hole, and book-lined shelves.

Cook-Out Cove:
Covered pavilion built around a historic stone hearth, outfitted with a gas grill, picnic tables, and darts.

Property Grounds:
Private river frontage, grassy meadows, and the Turtle Pond.


Cabin #2: Goldilocks -- The perfect place!

This charming log cabin offers a full kitchen with stainless steel appliances and granite counters, perfect for cooking meals together. The living room, centered around a massive stone fireplace, is ideal for cozy evening gatherings, quiet mornings, or game nights.

Outdoor Spaces: Slate patio with BBQ grill and firepit, peaceful front porch overlooking the pond and creek.

Amenities: Private washer/dryer, full laundry room, and river access just steps from your door.

Sleeping arrangements:
- Primary Bedroom: 1 king
- Loft Bedroom: 1 queen
- Parking: 3 vehicles
- Note: No TV in this cabin.

Cabin #3: The Hobbit -- Plain, proper, and perfectly suited!
Rustic and simple, this snug and whimsical cabin is a delightful little hideaway, compact and full of charm. It invites you to truly unplug. Bedding and towels are provided in sealed totes, and you’ll find a mini-fridge, microwave, coffee pot, 100 year old working kitchen stove and oven. Relax inside or enjoy quiet time on the front porch with surround views of the blue ridge mountains, including the peak of Cold Mountain in the distance.

Ammenities: A portable camping air conditioner, space heaters and a Fisher wood-burning stove installed in the rock fireplace are in place for climate comfort.
- Note: Not climate controlled. No TV in this cabin.

Sleeping arrangements:
- Bedroom (upstairs): 1 queen
- Living room: 1 twin day bed
-Total accomodation: 3 people
- Parking: 2 vehicles

Explore the Area
You’ll be close to Sliding Rock, Looking Glass Falls, the Cradle of Forestry, Blue Ridge Parkway overlooks, fishing spots, and charming small towns like Waynesville and Canton. Whether you’re hiking, sightseeing, or exploring local shops, adventure is never far.

Things to Know:

Check-in: 4 PM | Check-out: 10 AM

All cabins have Wi-Fi.

Ideal to stop for groceries before arrival. Nearest stores (Ingles) are 10–13 miles away in Waynesville, Canton, or Brevard (open until 11 PM). Gas stations and convenience stores are 5 miles away (close at 8:30 PM).

No street lights—GPS works, but downloading a backup map is recommended if arriving after dark.

Firewood bundles available for purchase at each cabin.

Quiet hours: 10 PM–8 AM | No smoking | No pets

4WD/traction may be needed in winter

Parking for up to 9 vehicles total

Outdoor security cameras are present at entry gate, and facing the driveways of each cabin

Guests must be 25+ to book

*Events & Ceremonies:
Events, ceremonies, and professional photography are not included with standard bookings and require a separate inquiry, approval, and additional terms.

*Note: Check local fishing license requirements

This cabin offers its guests barbecue grills. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Canton cabin is smoke free.