Private Creek, Hiking Trail System, Trout Fishing Onsite + Game Room, WiFi, Fire

Robbinsville, North Carolina
$319 avg/night Minimum Stay 1 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Cabin

Property Type

Sleep 10

Max Sleeps

Night 1 nights

Min Stay

Welcome to the Homestead Nature Lodge. We’re so glad you have found us here along our magical creek in Western North Carolina. Snug in the Appalachian region, you’ll find yourself surrounded by ancient mountains, rushing creeks, countless hiking trails, twinkling stars in the night sky, private campfires and some of the most unique native trout fishing in the region. Whether you’re traveling with family or a group of friends, we know you’ll find a treasured blend of relaxation, fun, and the perfect backdrop for making memories together.

So, why the Homestead Nature Lodge Well, that’s an easy one. At Huffman Creek Retreat, you’re getting much more than just a cabin. You’re practically getting a whole state park experience to yourself! Once you arrive there’s really no reason to leave. Enjoy the miles of private hiking trails that will take you to waterfalls, lookouts, our own meditation / picnic shelter, and even a plane crash! Keep an eye out for blackberries, mushrooms, singing birds, and beautiful blooms along the way. Prefer a little less adventure No worries. Grab a book and relax by the creek in one of our hammocks or simply soak in the cool creek water after a restorative yoga flow on the massive back porch.

If you’re traveling with a group bigger than a couple, there’s a chance you’ll have a mix of personalities. Some will hope to sleep in late, other’s will want a breakfast spread at sunrise, and some may stay up late into the night watching the stars. The Homestead’s 3-story layout is purposefully designed to accommodate just that. With a private suite on the main and lower level and a bunk room and 4th bedroom on the upper level, you can spread out and enjoy your vacation on your own timeline.

After a day of adventure, prepare a meal in the kitchen or out on the grill by the fire and opt for an inside meal together or out on the huge back porch with a view of the fireflies in the summer of falling leaves in autumn.

After a few days at Huffman Creek Retreat, you’ll be ready for life’s next adventures and only wishing you could stay a few days longer.

Onsite Activities:
Private Hiking Trails
Waterfalls
Yoga / Meditation / Picnic Platform in the Woods
Creekside Hammocks
Private Trout Fishing on the Creek
Plane Crash (hiking destination)
Game Room with Pool Table, Game Console
Campfire
Mini Disc Golf Course
Creek wading
Birding
Dark Sky Zone (Star Gazing)
Massage Therapy (Additional Cost, Can Be Arranged Onsite)

Recommended Offsite Activities:
Fishing Guides
Kayak Fishing
Hiking
Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest
Honey and Mead Tasting
U-Pic Flower Farm
Trout Farm Visit (Catch Dinner)
Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Cherohala Skyway - National Scenic Byway
The Tail of the Dragon (318 Curves in 11 Miles)
White Water Rafting
Smoky Mountain Railroad (+ Polar Express Train for Holidays)
Synchronous Fireflies
Rail Tour (Peddling Adventure on Railroad Tracks)
Mountain Biking
Tsali Recreation Area
Lake Santeetlah
Fontana Lake
Cheoah River
Zipline Adventures
Brewery Excursions
Mini Golf
Pool and Lazy River
Disc Golf
Artist Galleries
Lavender Farm
Live Music Events
Annual Local Festivals

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Local Artist Showcase Unit Size: 1750 Sq Ft (163 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    3 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Boat On Site Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Kayak On Site Kayaking Nearby Marina Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Sailing Nearby Snorkeling Nearby Water Skiing Nearby Water Tubing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Arcade/game Room Books Games Pool Or Billiards Table Stereo Video Games Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Games Playground
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Rural Location In The Mountains On The River
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Change Of Bedsheets (on Request) Change Of Towels (on Request) Housekeeping (on Request) Safe
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Area Rugs In Public Areas Gravel Flooring In Public Areas Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevators Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 10

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Review Review

  • Cheryl

    Submitted Jul 4, 2020

    Stayed Jun 30, 2020

    We had a really wonderful stay at Homestead in Huffman Creek Retreat. The owner is very responsive and helpful. We didn’t realize the grills weren’t propane and the owner lent us some of their charcoal and lighter fluid in about 10 minutes we had it. The property is a bit difficult to get to using dirt and gravel roads, but well worth it. It is in the most beautiful woods with many trails on the property. We hiked up to some falls on the property and my partner hiked to a plane crash site. Both could be pretty strenuous hikes for those not used to hiking in the mountains, but worth the effort if you can make it. We had two kids with us 7 and 9 and they were able to make the hike to the falls. There is a creek that you can hear from the porch making for a nice peaceful morning or evening in the porch. Don’t forget your citronella and bug spray. The bugs are plentiful. The lightning bugs we were able to watch at night are a real treat. The location of the property is great too. We went to The Nantahala and Cherokee Natiinal Forests from there. The Bald River Falls are amazing and not to be missed. We also rented a boat about 20 min away to spend a day on Lake Santeetlha. That was such a beautiful lake with the mountains all around and great fir swimming as well. It really is a great location.

  • Submitted Oct 27, 2025

    Stayed Oct 23, 2025

    Our family loved the cabin. Beautiful area, the cabin was plenty of room for the family. Everything we needed was there. Enjoyed the pool table. Sad that the arcade game didn’t work. I’m also sad that I left my phone charger behind . Overall we had a wonderful time. Everything was clean and it also had extra fans and heaters. Very secluded, we will be coming back.

  • Lil' B.

    Submitted Oct 23, 2025

    Stayed Oct 15, 2025

    The cabin was clean and comfortable. If you get car sick I would think twice about this cabin. The roads to get there are very curvy. The hike to the plane crash was rough but worth it. It's a beautiful area. The fire pit is great. And there is a nice large back porch and a swing and rockers on the front porch.

  • Mike S.

    Submitted Oct 1, 2025

    Stayed Sep 26, 2025

    PHENOMENAL! Everything about the stay exceeded expectations, by a large margin. The detailed directions with pictures got us there with no issues. Upon arrival, our firewood was already delivered and neatly stacked under cover from rain. The house was immaculately clean. That was our biggest worry going in and we were all very pleasantly surprised. Every room everywhere was spotless. They also totally undersell the best part … the private hiking trails! They were awesome, and in many parts beautiful, and the plane crash, while a somewhat strenuous uphill hike, totally delivers. Super cool. My only word of caution / advice is to arrive in daylight. Once you get on the grounds you will encounter some steep gravel roads and driveways and narrow bridges. The groundskeeper Kali answered every one of my countless text questions before and during the trip immediately, yet she gave us our space and we never saw her. We ran into the owner Robin at the Dance Hall trailhead and he was a super interesting, very nice guy with a gorgeous 1971 Land Rover. Overall, I would very highly recommend this place at twice the price!

  • Michele H.

    Submitted Sep 25, 2025

    Stayed Sep 20, 2025

    The cabin was wonderful. The driveway and drive getting to it was a little difficult. There was only enough room for one case at a time to drive down. The creek was across the street from where we stayed. Overall me and my family had a wonderful time and would definitely do it again.

  • Joseph W.

    Submitted Sep 1, 2025

    Stayed Aug 28, 2025

    Road coming in is a bit rough for motorcycles, but otherwise a great stay and great house! Check in process of the code being sent to you the day of would have been good info to have. Still a great place!

  • Brian O.

    Submitted Jul 26, 2025

    Stayed Jul 19, 2025

    We loved staying in the Homestead. This is an awesome place. Peace and quiet place just to gather with family.

  • Jim T.

    Submitted Jul 6, 2025

    Stayed Jun 28, 2025

    If your looking for a great time in the mountains, this is it .Located not to far off the Cherohala skyway ,the tail of the dragon,numerous rivers ,lakes,or just simply stay at the cabin no disappointment here.

  • Don C.

    Submitted Jun 19, 2025

    Stayed Jun 8, 2025

    This was the perfect family friendly home with space for everyone to spread out and be comfortable. The house was well supplied with everything we needed . we spent hours with our grandchildren ages four through 19 hiking and jumping from rock to rock down the creek the area is absolutely beautiful so relaxing being surrounded by the trees and the sound of water running over the rocks surrounds you Robbinsville is about 11 miles away has grocery and drugstore along with a impressive pizza buffet grandchildren asked if we could go back again next summer we willabsolutely be back.

  • Tinkey W.

    Submitted May 24, 2025

    Stayed May 21, 2025

    This property is so beautiful, the on site manger is very helpful and the check in was so smooth, i really love this property! i want to come back and stay in a new cabin next year! the creeks and traiks make it so fun no day is boring! Thank you for the memories!

  • Kimberly U.

    Submitted Apr 17, 2025

    Stayed Apr 14, 2025

    Our trip was so relaxing. The cabin was comfortable and had everything we needed! The hiking trails were great. We enjoyed smore around the firepit.

  • Robert C.

    Submitted Apr 14, 2025

    Stayed Apr 10, 2025

    Huffman Creek Retreat and the Homestead Lodge exceeded our expectations. We were talking about coming back before we left and we will. Thank you, Robin Turner and Staff!

  • Dawn F.

    Submitted Oct 14, 2024

    Stayed Oct 11, 2024

    Our group of friends were able to come together in North Carolina from all over the states. We met about 18 years ago playing World of Warcraft online and this was our first in person get together :) The property was wonderful! Such a perfect setting for us to explore, eat good food and relax. The house was comfortable and had everything we needed. The back porch area is where we spent most of our time. There were rocking chairs, fire pit, and a lovely giant table perfect for hanging out. If we are ever back in this area, we would stay here again.

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