[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Sweetwood Lodge | Private Log Cabin with Majestic Mountain Views & Kid-Friendly Amenities! Family-friendly cabin in Old Fort with a fitness center ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35840000/35840000/35839982/d2929fb3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35840000/35840000/35839982/52da79f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35840000/35840000/35839982/b145d27a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35840000/35840000/35839982/1cb11956.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35840000/35840000/35839982/73fe5b68.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Perched in Gateway Mountain, Sweetwood Lodge offers a serene retreat amidst the Blue Ridge Mountains. Savor the ever-changing vistas by day and marvel at starry skies by night, with Mount Mitchell in direct view. Unwind on spacious decks or explore hiking trails and private lake within this 3,000-acre hardwood forest preserve. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 62385 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Parking available - Fireplace - Dryer - Washer ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Sweetwood Lodge | Private Log Cabin with Majestic Mountain Views & Kid-Friendly Amenities! Sweetwood Lodge overlooks the majestic Blue Ridge Mountain Range. Enjoy the ever-changing mountain view by day and marvel at the brilliant stars against the inky black sky at night. Mount Mitchell, the tallest peak east of the Mississippi River, is directly in view. The property is located in Gateway Mountain, a 3,000-acre hardwood forest and preserve, which offers a peaceful respite from hectic day-to-day life. In addition to the varied and breathtaking vistas, guests within Gateway enjoy unspoiled, woodland surroundings and amenities including hiking trails, a private lake in which you can swim if you'd like, a spectacular and private waterfall park and picnic area, and even a small catch and release trout pond (no license required). We find that time spent on the mountain is always uplifting and restorative and would love for Sweetwood Lodge to be the home base for your getaway. House Layout: MAIN FLOOR- Open living room and dining area, artfully appointed, with sliders opening onto the spacious upper deck. The living room has a 70" TV (Direct TV included) and a fireplace with gas logs. There is a bedroom with a queen bed across from the full hall bath with a jacuzzi tub and hand-held shower. A very fully equipped kitchen makes the preparation of anything from a simple snack to a large holiday feast a pleasure for the cook(s) in your group. The primary suite has a King bed and opens onto the screen porch, (which is also accessible from the upper deck), and a full bath features a multi-jet shower. A laundry/mud room with a washer/dryer is also on this level. LOWER LEVEL- Den with a sectional couch, 50-inch TV with DVD player, game table seating 4-6, and a collection of board games, playing cards, puzzles, and books. An electric Franklin Stove provides both extra warmth and charm to the space. Sliders open onto the lower level deck and a bedroom with a queen bed has a full hall bath (shower only, no tub). The library contains books, travel brochures, local reference materials, and a wireless printer for guest use. A "mini gym" with a spin bike, exercise bands, and free weights are available for use as well. OUTDOORS- Gas grill off the kitchen door, bistro seating for two on the front porch, two large mountain-facing decks, and a screen porch. The upper deck has a dining table with seating for six adjacent to the wood-burning chimney. The lower deck is furnished with four Adirondack chairs and another bistro set seating two. The screen porch is outfitted to seat four, but can easily accommodate six with extra folding chairs. Sweetwood Lodge is a true mountain retreat, yet its proximity to the community gate (just 1 mile) on a gently sloping, paved street provides easy access to main roads. It's a comfortable and often very scenic drive to a great variety of active outdoor pursuits, charming mountain towns, small artisanal farms and markets, artist studios/galleries, restaurants, breweries, and historical sights. Nearby Attractions: • I40: 10 minutes • Black Mountain: 15-20 minutes • Asheville: 35-40 minutes • Lake Lure/Chimney Rock: 30 minutes • Blue Ridge Parkway: 25 minutes • Lake James: 40 minutes Please note: We love animals, but please NO PETS and NO SMOKING in this home. This home is equipped with family-friendly amenities that include a Pack and Play, highchair, children's tableware and sippy cups, and children's books & games. During the colder winter months, icy and/or snowy road conditions and delayed snow plow operations are possible within the development. From December through March, please come prepared with AWD or 4WD vehicles. We also recommend travel insurance for those staying in the Gateway Mountain development during the winter months. The garage is NOT included in the rental. No parking is allowed on roadways or at gate entrances. No RVs, boat trailers, camping trailers, or trailers of any kind are permitted in the Gateway Mountain Community. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the mountains ### Things to do - Gym - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - Unit size: 2,385 square feet ## Similar properties ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21710000/21700400/21700347/d73b51ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Christmas Tree Cabin | Secluded Asheville Area Log Cabin with a View! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 573281 Sweetwood Lodge 3 BR 3 BA Cabin / Bungalow in Old Fort Sleeps 6 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.55081%2C-82.18536&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=DNW7ltJSZiMGGPsE7lho3i_dz0c=) Old Fort, NC #### What's nearby - Catawba Falls - 20 min drive - 17.7 km - Black Mountain Center for the Arts - 26 min drive - 29.0 km - Lake Lure - 26 min drive - 15.6 km - Lake Tomahawk - 27 min drive - 29.7 km - Biltmore Estate - 47 min drive - 56.2 km #### Getting around - Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 55 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive - ‪Hardee's - ‬13 min drive - ‪Seeker Coffee - ‬14 min drive - ‪The Davis Country Store & Cafe - ‬14 min drive - ‪Straightaway Cafe - ‬16 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sweetwood Lodge | Private Log Cabin with Majestic Mountain Views & Kid-Friendly Amenities! pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Sweetwood Lodge | Private Log Cabin with Majestic Mountain Views & Kid-Friendly Amenities!? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Sweetwood Lodge | Private Log Cabin with Majestic Mountain Views & Kid-Friendly Amenities!? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Sweetwood Lodge | Private Log Cabin with Majestic Mountain Views & Kid-Friendly Amenities! located? > Located in the mountains, this family-friendly cabin is within 9 mi (15 km) of Waterfall Park, Old Fort Railroad Museum, and Catawba River. Pisgah National Forest and Mountain Gateway Museum are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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