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Creekside Cottage w/ hot tub, fire pit, fishing

Riverside cabin with kitchen and balcony

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Property grounds
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Interior
Smart TV
Terrapin Cottage is nestled in a serene mountain valley, offering the soothing sounds of Crawford Creek and East Fork Pigeon River from its spacious private deck. Unwind by the fire pit, relax in the enclosed hot tub or explore your culinary skills with easy grilling on the deck and a fully functioning kitchen.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroomSleeps 4900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
The current price is HK$700
HK$2,866 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec

Add dates for prices

About this property

Entire place

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

Creekside Cottage w/ hot tub, fire pit, fishing

Welcome to Terrapin Cottage: a quaint, comfortable, cozy cabin located directly on the trout-filled Crawford Creek and East Fork Pigeon River. Enjoy the sounds of the river from the large private deck. The cabin sleeps 4 with a large king size bedroom and a pull-out couch. Fenced in yard, fire pit, and enclosed hot tub. Fully functioning kitchen, easy grilling on the deck, laundry facility, too. One dog permitted for a fee. The cottage is located on the property of Terrapin Lodge, on a quiet, neighborhood street in a mountain valley.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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: 900 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Note from host: Must clean up after dog. Not allowed on furniture

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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

About the area

Map
Cruso, NC

What's nearby

  • Sliding Rock - 18 min drive - 19.5 km
  • Looking Glass Falls - 21 min drive - 23.2 km
  • Asheville Outlets - 38 min drive - 49.9 km
  • Biltmore Park Town Square - 40 min drive - 52.1 km
  • Biltmore Estate - 41 min drive - 58.5 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rocky Face Tavern - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pisgah Inn Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪My Red Chariot Of Love - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪El Pobre - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Treats By Tura - ‬37 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Creekside Cottage w/ hot tub, fire pit, fishing pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Creekside Cottage w/ hot tub, fire pit, fishing?

As of 9 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Creekside Cottage w/ hot tub, fire pit, fishing on 8 Dec 2025 start from HK$699.93, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Creekside Cottage w/ hot tub, fire pit, fishing?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Creekside Cottage w/ hot tub, fire pit, fishing?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Creekside Cottage w/ hot tub, fire pit, fishing located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is within a 10-minute walk of Pisgah National Forest and Shining Rock Wilderness. Cold Mountain and Pisgah Game Lands are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Creekside Cottage w/ hot tub, fire pit, fishing Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Allison D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Hideway

We loved our stay!!! The property owners left makings for s’mores and wood for fire pit!! So thoughtful. The house was clean and tidy we loved it!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Daniel B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easy Get Away

Took the family and the pup out for a 5 day getaway to beat the heat. The cabin was very nice and tucked away a bit. The creek/river access offered much to do with the kids there was a nice swimming hole to splash in! Getting Pisgah and the parkway is very easy from the cabin, you can be at all the main Pisgah attractions in about 25 mins. Overall good quality rental would recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fishing and relaxing paradise!

We loved this little cabin SO MUCH! We caught trout every day from steps away from the porch and enjoyed the hot tub and tv after dark. Our dog loved the fenced porch and backyard area. It truly had everything we needed and wasn’t far from town at all! We plan on staying a week next time. We even ended up saving a neighborhood dog :) The only negative was a faulty smoke detector/fire alarm that woke us up out of a sleep at 6am on our last morning at the cottage. It frankly scared us as we thought we were in danger. Luckily nothing was wrong but it was difficult to rest up for our drive back to Charlotte afterwards.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane C.

Excellent, as described

Right on water. Small but efficient. All we needed was food, drinks, and clothes. Fishing rods were even provided
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just What We Needed

This little retreat on the creek was fantastic! It is exactly what the listing says and more! The hot tub with TV was a wonderful addition for these two LSU Baseball fans! We stayed in two nights and cooked, and one night at the country club right up the road!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patti W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Getaway trip

We enjoyed our stay. Locals were very friendly. Place was perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Retreat

We loved the hot tub and the peaceful area. Right on the creek!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Bobby N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hot tub sucks

Hot tub was broken and we didn’t find out until we got their, main reason for going their. Everything else was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Getaway

It was so clean and nice and had everything you could need.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Coming Again

Definitely a spot I will be coming again. Very quiet and serene. Was very nice to sit on the deck and listen to the creek while working on the computer. And then the hot tub at night with the creek was nice. Only complaint is that the hot tub seemed out dated. The hot tub felt like warm
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Cheryl R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

NC trip

We loved the cabin. It was nicely decorated and the perfect size for the three of us. We loved listening to the rushing water of the creek right outside. It was very private although there were homes right next to it. The large porch was great along with rhe hot tub. When we arrived the hot tub was only halfway full and not warm. We had to fill it up with water and wait for maintenance to come fix it. When I pulled out the sofa couch. It was dirty. There was a dog toy and a can of snuff laying underneath. The bedding to put on the sofa pullout was also dirty and had hair on it. Luckily the washer and dryer worked well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zach H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best VRBO we have ever stayed at

11/10, we have rented probably 20+ VRBO properties and this one is the best so far. It is exactly as listed and the pictures aren't taken in a way to fool you (like most other VRBO rentals). These owners did a phenomenal job making this place perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillip M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

Celebrating our anniversary, we enjoyed the seclusion and privacy, although there are a couple of cabins near we didn’t see anyone. The creek is very soothing. Loved this place,
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Biltmore

Nice clean property not to far of the path from local attractions but far if enough for some nice piece and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful creek side

Perfect Place to relax Thank you for your hospitality….
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023