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The Thru-Hiker: A Tiny Cabin in Appalachia, less than 5 miles from the AT!

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 440.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

The Thru-Hiker: A Tiny Cabin in Appalachia, less than 5 miles from the AT!

This cozy, conveniently located, 440-square-foot cabin was built in 2023. It's less than 5 miles from the Appalachian Trail and Laurel Falls trailhead. Downtown Elizabethton is a 5-minute drive, and Watauga Lake is less than 10 miles away. The Thru-Hiker is ready to be your base camp for whatever adventures await you. It offers a warm, intimate space to rest your weary bones after a long day.

Kick back and enjoy your time in the Blue Ridge Mountains. We're thrilled you're here.

Additional info: Check-in is any time after 3:00 PM, and checkout is before 10:00 AM. If you're planning to arrive after dark, let me know and I'll leave the outside light on for you.

The Thru-Hiker can sleep up to 4 people with the green pull-out sofa and queen bed.

There isn't a "real" stove, but I provide a countertop double burner that can be found in the bottom left cabinet. There is also a red convection toaster oven that can fit up to 12 slices of bread and 2 12-inch pizzas, and includes a baking pan. Storage containers are located in the top cabinets for leftovers.

I do my best to repel insects, but occasionally a stink bug (or two) will find their way inside. They are harmless, but inconvenient. I apologize in advance if you cross paths during your stay.

Pets are more than welcome! It would be appreciated if dogs were not allowed on furniture with muddy/dirty paws.

To access Netflix/Hulu/etc on the smart TV, you will need to log in with your personal information. Everything in the cabin is pretty self-explanatory, but don't hesitate to message me directly if you have any questions. I'm happy to help!

A few small requests for checkout: put used towels on the floor in the bathroom, and throw away any trash that is lying around the cabin (no need to take the entire trash out). Place all dirty dishes, cups, and pots/pans in the sink, and lock the door once you leave.

No events or large parties are allowed. Quiet hours are between 10:00 PM and 6:00 AM. Please no smoking or vaping inside - an additional 250.00 cleaning fee will be charged if this rule is ignored.

As you know, ratings are EXTREMELY important, especially for new hosts like me! :) Please, if anything comes up during your stay, reach out! I want you to have the best time, and though I've tried to think of everything to accommodate you during your stay, I want to know if something is missing.

Property manager

Jessica McKale

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 440 sq ft (40.9 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 neighborhood

Map
Elizabethton, TN

What's nearby

  • Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Watauga River - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Sycamore Shoals State Park - 9 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Watauga Lake - 12 min drive - 10.3 km
  • East Tennessee State University - 18 min drive - 19.4 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mayflower Seafood Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Amigo Mexican Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Thru-Hiker: A Tiny Cabin in Appalachia, less than 5 miles from the AT! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at The Thru-Hiker: A Tiny Cabin in Appalachia, less than 5 miles from the AT! ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Thru-Hiker: A Tiny Cabin in Appalachia, less than 5 miles from the AT! ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Thru-Hiker: A Tiny Cabin in Appalachia, less than 5 miles from the AT! located?

Situated in Elizabethton, this cabin is within 3 mi (5 km) of Cat Island Park, Covered Bridge Park, and Edwards Island Park. Overmountain Victory National Historic Trail and Elizabethton City Hall are also within 3 mi (5 km).

The Thru-Hiker: A Tiny Cabin in Appalachia, less than 5 miles from the AT! Reviews

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute, cozy, beautiful
This cabin was exactly what we needed. It is decorated thoughtfully and beautifully and has everything you could need. You can feel the care of the host through the little details. Check in was super simple and everything worked as it should. I will be keeping this cabin in mind for future travels.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Cabin - close to everything
This is a great cabin for a small family. We are a family of four traveling with 2 small dogs, and this was perfect for us. It's set up for four guests, with enough towels, cups, and coffee/teas for several days. If you want s'mores, we left a pack of unusued marshmallow skewers under the kitchen sink (the cabin came with s'mores goodies and a fire log for the fire pit). There are a few solar powered lights around the edge of the driveway, which is very helpful given that there's a small drop off. There's also a motion light out front - also very thoughtful placement. Inside, it is a Roku television and there are several different games and puzzles. It was a super cute area, and we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely, comfortable little cabin
Jess provides a beautiful small cabin just as advertised. Very clean. Comfortable bed and cozy couch. Wonderfully decorated. We enjoyed the coffee, but especially the variety of tea provided. Nice small quiet neighborhood. The fire put was fun and made for a quiet evening to sit outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024