Description Description
Enjoy the babbling sounds of a mountain creek and the beautiful seclusion of nature at Cardinal’s Nest. It is easy to relax on the covered front porch with morning coffee or afternoon iced tea. In the winter months build a cozy fire in the wood fireplace and cuddle up to read your favorite book. Peace and serenity are your friends at Cardinal’s Nest.

Amenities
• Wood Fireplace
• Charcoal Grill
• Hot Tub
• Full-Size Refrigerator
• Gas Top Range
• Oven
• Microwave
• Dishwasher
• Cable TV Channels
• DVD Player
• Stereo/CD Player
• Coffee Maker
• Keurig Coffee Brewer
• Front Porch
• Back Deck
• Washer
• Dryer
• Square Ft:1,225

Bed/Bath Arrangements
• Main Level - Bedroom One - 1 Queen Bed with attached Full Bath, Bedroom Two - 1 Queen Bed, 1 Full Bath in Hallway

Location Details
Within 20 minutes of downtown Waynesville. Under 30 minutes to the entrance to The Great Smoky Mountains. Under 20 minutes to Lake Junaluska. Within 22 minutes from a scenic drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway.This Asheville vacation rental is located in Waynesville and is approximately 45 minutes to downtown Asheville, 3,897ft above sea level.

Important Property Notes
• 4WD Recommended, and Required in Winter. The road to Cardinal's Nest is steep and winding, as this YouTube video outlines: https://youtu.be/lV8eME9fEyw. Please ensure your vehicle has sufficient clearance(i.e. SUV, Truck, or raised sedan). During the winter months and inclement weather, a 4WD/AWD vehicle is required to access this property, and we strongly recommended that you arrive during daylight hours. For the extra effort, however, you are rewarded with seclusion, beauty, and a lot of fun just getting there!
• Guests will need to supply their own firewood to make use of the wood burning fireplace, and charcoal to make use of the Charcoal Grill.
• Travel Insurance Recommended: Due to the location of this home, any inclement weather in winter may render it unreachable. We highly recommend guests consider travelers insurance for this property as there are no refunds for weather.
• Noise Ordinance: Cardinal's Nest is located on a quiet mountainside where noise travels at night. This home is under a noise ordinance between 10 p.m. and 8 a.m. and has a very low noise tolerance. It is not suitable for groups that are looking for late nights of celebration on the back deck or for groups with motorcycles. The good news is that we have many properties that offer seclusion, so if this is an inconvenience for you, please give us a call and we will help you find the perfect property to match your needs!
• Mountain Roads
For drivers who are unfamiliar with mountain road driving, we recommend an AWD vehicle for property access.

Property Cancellation Policy
Please note that this property’s Non-Refundable Period is 30 days prior to arrival. If your reservation is made within this period, it will be non-refundable from the time of booking. Cancellations are permitted outside of this period, per our vacation rental agreement. We encourage you to consider travel insurance to help protect your vacation investment against the unknown! Learn more about Travel Insurance here.

Mountain Discovery Pass
Each reservation staying 28 days or less includes our exclusive Mountain Discovery Pass, which includes one Biltmore Estate pass, in addition to a ticket for other seasonal attractions that are sure to delight and entertain! This special offer is only available with Carolina Mornings, and is our special gift to you during your stay. (Ticket(s) must be used during your stay. Terms apply, please inquire for more information.)

Amenities 66 Amenities
Accessibility
  • 4WD Required
Accomodations
  • ST Monthly Rental
Attractions
  • Health Beauty Spa
  • Water Parks
Car
  • Necessary
Elevation
  • 3500 - 3999 Ft. Elevation
Entertainment
  • DVD Player
  • Stereo
  • Television
Essentials
  • Air Conditioning
  • Bed Linens
  • Cable
  • Dryer
  • Extra Pillows & Blankets
  • Fireplace
  • Free wifi
  • Hair Dryer
  • Hangers
  • Heating
  • Hot Water
  • Iron & Ironing Board
  • Living Room
  • Parking
  • Telephone
  • Towels
  • Washer
  • Wifi
  • Wireless Internet
Facility
  • Free Parking
Family
  • Bathtub
Home Safety
  • Carbon Monoxide Detector
  • Contactless check-in and checkout is available
  • Enhanced cleaning practices are used
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • Smoke Detector
Internet Speed
  • High-Speed Internet (25+ Mbps)
Kitchen
  • Coffee Maker
  • Cooking Basics
  • Dining table
  • Dishes & Silverware
  • Dishwasher
  • Gas Range
  • Keurig Coffee Maker
  • Kitchen Island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Tea Kettle
  • Toaster
Location
  • Mountain View
  • Rural
  • Wooded Views
Outdoor
  • Deck Patio Uncovered
  • Fire Pit
  • Grill
  • Patio or Balcony
  • Porch
Pool
  • Hot Tub
Sports
  • Basketball Court
  • Fishing
  • Fishing - Freshwater
  • Hiking
  • Skiing
  • Swimming
Themes
  • Family

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Reviews Rating (15) Reviews
From arrival through checkout, the Cardinal's Nest was exactly what I was hoping.
From arrival through checkout, the Cardinal's Nest was exactly what I was hoping. The Carolina Mornings staff had me fully prepared with emails and calls to ensure I found the property and had all of the supplies I needed. The fireplace, hot tub, well-equipped kitchen, suggestions for activities, and places to go and see were fantastic. From a seasonal waterfall up the mountain to the Blue Ridge Parkway and the local restaurants to a walk around Lake Junaluska and day trips to Asheville, my days were full. And whatever you do on a Wednesday, go check out the SWAG further up the mountain, a day pass allows you to hike from 10 am to 4 pm, and on Wednesdays, they have a chef-curated lunch that is second only to the service of the staff. An all-wheel drive vehicle is a must, but the driveway is well maintained and easy if you have AWD and ground clearance or 4x4. I loved every minute at the Cardinal's Nest and can’t wait to come back.
John W - Posted: 5/4/2023 - Stayed from: 4/7/2023 to 4/15/2023
Beautiful place.
Beautiful place. Just amazing! Perfect cabin and the hot tub is so close to the door to the kitchen. View amazing! We just loved it.
Helen R - Posted: 3/22/2023 - Stayed from: 2/3/2023 to 2/5/2023
Peaceful.
The place is peaceful and relaxing.
Kristy R - Posted: 3/22/2023 - Stayed from: 11/4/2022 to 11/9/2022
Great stay!
Great stay! Yes, the driveway is rough, but we made it up in our car with dry weather. Worth it for sure.
Michael T - Posted: 3/22/2023 - Stayed from: 10/20/2022 to 10/23/2022
A great trip.
Everything was just right!
Ty M - Posted: 3/21/2023 - Stayed from: 2/17/2023 to 2/20/2023
Loved the hot tub
Loved the hot tub
Kelli M from Knoxville, TN - Posted: 12/22/2022 - Stayed from: 11/18/2022 to 11/20/2022
Views are Gorgeous
We stayed at the cabin over the weekend & it was amazing! The views are gorgeous & the hot tub was a huge bonus.
Savannah P from Indianapolis, IN - Posted: 9/15/2022 - Stayed from: 8/19/2022 to 8/22/2022
Very Clean
Very clean and well equipped. Beautiful cabin!! Driveway a challenge. Drive distance to attractions long, at least 45 minutes to most places.
Teresa T from Rincon, GA - Posted: 8/15/2022 - Stayed from: 7/1/2022 to 7/4/2022
Great Experience!
great experience.
John R - Posted: 6/16/2022 - Stayed from: 5/27/2022 to 5/30/2022
Everyone was great!
Bailey S from Mt Sterling, OH - Posted: 12/9/2021
"Pics were accurate, very nice."
Debbie S from Spencer, IN - Posted: 12/9/2021
Loved the cabin
Karrie A from Wilson, NC - Posted: 12/9/2021
Very nice view. Honey feel to the cabin.
Gina W from Gastonia, NC - Posted: 11/15/2021
The Cardinal's Nest was BIGGER than I thought it was going to be! The drive into it was fun-we definitely needed my husband's 4WD Toyota truck. The hot tub was super nice and in such a portion that I was nice and private. The swing on the front porch is novel! Reminds me of my granny's house.
Joanie S from Summerville, SC - Posted: 9/3/2021
Loved it
Brian R from Wilson, NC - Posted: 9/3/2021
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