Cozy 2-bedroom Antique Cabin Red River Gorge

Historic 1906 Cabin near Red River Gorge, sits along the Sheltowee Trace Trail. Private land with a rough trail in back bordering Daniel Boone National Forest. Corner Ridge Trailhead is just 1.5 miles down the road with a beautiful hike down into the Red River Gorge.
5-miles down Route 77 will lead you to more trails, to Natural Bridge, the Nada Tunnel, Chimney Top & Sky Bridge

This historical property, originally built by the Fiddler, Dr. Harley Northcutt in 1906, restored bymy parents, Fiddling Jim Day & Dorothy Day in 1996.
The property is just under 10 miles from the Nada Tunnel, sits on over 200 acres, and extends back to the ledge of the Red River Gorge itself. While it is possible to traverse on foot to the ledge by utilizing the pathway behind the red metal swing gate, currently some bushwhacking is required as we look to bring the pathway back to maintenance. For easier local access, there are two nearby trails within Daniel Boone National Forest that offer views into the Gorge. Corner Ridge trail rests just 1.6 miles from the property and is located on the left side of the road just past Egelston Cemetery and The Tarr Ridge Trail is just 4.8 miles away on the left just after the Job Conservation Corp building in a dirt parking lot labeled Geological Survey Area. As they sit outside the state park itself, these trails provide views of the Gorge while escaping much of the tourism that rightly accompanies such a natural wonder. The latter is a personal favorite of ours when we want a moderate hike just a short distance away. The trail offers views into the gorge from several finger shaped ledges that avoids the tourism of the State Park. It is just a few miles down the road. Natural Bridge State Park itself is just over 16 miles away and offers access to a variety of trails in the Gorge as well as a chairlift and even a golf course. For canoes and kayaks, Red River Gorge Adventure is just 10 miles away.
Your cozy getaway awaits in Frenchburg at this welcoming cabin. Inside, guests find two bedrooms featuring a queen bed, two full beds, and a twin bed, perfect for families or groups. The single bathroom includes a shower and a hair dryer for convenience. Whether you’re relaxing indoors or exploring nearby, this nice cabin offers a comfortable retreat with heating and AC to keep you cozy year-round. It’s a marvelous spot to unwind and create lasting memories. We look forward to hosting you at our place.Historic 1906 Log Cabin Near Red River Gorge | Views & Trails. The property has 2 houses so let us know if you would like to rent both. We are constantly working to restore & improve this historical property originally built by fiddler, Dr. Harley Northcutt in 1906, restored by my parents in 1996.
The property is just under 10 miles from the Nada Tunnel, sits on over 200 acres, and extends back to the ledge of the Red River Gorge itself. While it is possible to traverse on foot to the ledge by utilizing the pathway behind the house & metal swing gate, proper shoes & clothing recommended as we are working to clear the path. For easier local access, there are two nearby trails within Daniel Boone National Forest into the Gorge. Corner Ridge trail rests just 1.6 miles from the property and is located on the left side of the road just past Egelston Cemetery. The Tarr Ridge Trail is just 4.8 miles away on the left just after the Job Conservation Corp building in a dirt parking lot labeled Geological Survey Area. As they sit outside the state park itself, these trails provide views of the Gorge while escaping much of the tourism that rightly accompanies such a natural wonder. The latter is a personal favorite of ours when we want a moderate hike just a short distance away. The trail offers views into the gorge from several finger shaped ledges that avoids the tourism of the State Park. It is just a few miles down the road. Natural Bridge State Park itself is just over 16 miles away and offers access to a variety of trails in the Gorge as well as a chairlift.

The Story of the Cabin on Tar Ridge
Tucked into the hills of Red River Gorge near Frenchburg, this cabin carries more than a century of family history.

It was originally built in 1902 by my great-grandfather, Dr. H.B. Northcutt—a country doctor known for traveling the rugged roads of Tar Ridge on horseback, caring for neighbors throughout the community. But he wasn’t just a healer—he was also a fiddler, and music was as much a part of his life as medicine.
Just across the road stood a small one-room schoolhouse. On quiet days, with the windows open, the sound of fiddle music would drift through the hills and into the classroom.

My father, then just a young boy, would hear that music and feel its pull. He’d tell his teacher he wasn’t feeling well—that he needed to go see the doctor. But the truth was, he was going to see his grandfather. He wanted to be there, listening, learning, and sitting close as the bow moved across the strings.

That’s where his love of the fiddle began.

And years later, in 1996, my father carefully restored this very cabin—preserving its spirit, its stories, and the music that once echoed through these hills.
That love of music carried on—from my great-grandfather, to my father, and now to me. It’s part of what makes this place feel alive.

When you stay here, you’re not just visiting a cabin. You’re stepping into a living piece of Appalachian history—where medicine was carried on horseback, music traveled through open windows, and a little boy once followed the sound of a fiddle to find his passion.