On waterfront.You'll be within 9 miles (15 km) of Pisgah National Forest and 12 miles (20 km) of Hatley Pointe Ski Resort. Appalachian Trail Sams Gap Trailhead is within 20 miles (32 km) and Nolichucky River is within 32 miles (40 km).
University of North Carolina at Asheville - 37 min drive - 50.7 km
Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 39 min drive - 53.1 km
Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance - 44 min drive - 60.8 km
Biltmore Estate - 46 min drive - 60.4 km
Restaurants
Natural Harvest Foods - 14 min drive
Sky Blue - 4 min drive
Mountaintop Grill - 17 min drive
Yummi America Burnsville Cafe - 8 min drive
Beams Smokehouse Barbeque & Grill - 4 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Creekside home with hot tub within 30 mins to Asheville
Relax to the soothing sound of Lickskillet Creek. This home is situated in the Bald Creek area of Yancey County near the quaint town of Burnsville. Burnsville is the quintessential small town nestled in the foothills of Mount Mitchell, the highest peak east of the Mississippi. It is known for its artistic vibe and outdoor adventures. Its town square offers restaurants, local shops, galleries, antiques, and a lively brewery. The space At Lickskillet there is plenty of room to relax inside and out. The creek boarders the back yard which has a fire pit, picnic table, hammock and two decks. The front yard is flat with plenty of space to play and a picturesque barn and pasture across the road. The house was remodeled in 2022 making it feel fresh and clean. It is decorated in a trendy bohemian farmhouse style. The main level of the home is accessible by two steps and has all the living space on one level. There is a rec room in the basement with a ping pong and foosball table, couch, video games and card table making this a great hang out space. This area is not heated or cooled but stays comfortable most of the year. Guest access -There is about an acre of flat yard to play in. There are some yard games/sports stuff in a storage building that guest may use. -The laundry is in the basement. Other things to note Please note the rec room in the basement is not heated/cooled but does stay comfortable for a good part of the year.
Property manager
Heather Loftin
Languages
English
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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)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Turn the hot tub to 98 degrees.
Turn off all window unit air conditioners or space heaters.
Pets
No pets allowed
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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Creekside home with hot tub within 30 mins to Asheville Reviews
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 73 reviews
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10/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Andrew C.
Jul 13, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Our stay at Lickskillet was awesome. We got the full experience of mountain living, while also having everything you could want indoors. Our kids loved getting to listen to music on the record player, too. A really nice weekend for us all.
Andrew C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Nancy R.
May 30, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Thumbs up!
This is a great place to stay, just a few miles off US19E.Very comfortable, nicely decorated.We loved sitting near the creek and cooking s'mores in the firepit.There are beautiful views from the house.Many hiking trails in the area are still closed, due to damage from Helene. But it's an easy drive to the Laurel River trail (we recommend it) or to Asheville.
Nancy R.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Whitney B.
Apr 18, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
An AMAZING spring break!
I stayed here with my husband and my two kids, ages 11 and 15. They LOVED the hot tub and the ping pong table. If I had to pick one word to describe the home it would be “thoughtful”. From the little notes all over the house to help the guests to the QR codes for directions on how to work the temperature control and the record player, nothing was overlooked. Everything was extremely clean and well maintained. The views were breathtaking from the home and we loved watching the cows, deer, and turkeys We enjoyed eating at the Snapdragon and drinking (and more eating!) at Home Place Brewery. There were a few gift shops near the restaurant where we grabbed souvenirs. All in all, a wonderful getaway!
Whitney B.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Mary B.
Apr 7, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We loved our getaway!
Great house for a couple or a family. My husband and I truly enjoyed our stay at the Lickskillet house. A nice getaway with lots of relaxation. We also enjoyed our visits to the little town of Burnsville! Hope to get the opportunity to return some time.
Mary B.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Neil B.
Feb 9, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Everything you could ask for
Second time staying here. Extremely pleased. Very clean with high end linens. Love the creek and hot tub. No complaints!
Neil B.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Gregory B.
Dec 29, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Very Nice!
Excellent time. Great accommodations. We hope to return!
Gregory B.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tiffany H.
Dec 28, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Such a wonderful place!
This property was in such a beautiful location. We saw many deer during our stay. The teens enjoyed playing downstairs on the ping pong table. The creek outback had such beautiful views, especially during sunrise. Our family really enjoyed staying here. We look forward to hopefully renting again in the future.
Tiffany H.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Glenda B.
Sep 16, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
The Best
This is the best house!! Best for peace and relaxation if that is what you want. If you want fun/interesting things to do, this is a great location to access lots of things to do. This is my 5th stay in Lickskillet, including 2 times this summer and last summer. I love this house for many reasons
Glenda B.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Jennifer D., United States
Aug 26, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute!
Remote and beautiful location. Loved the stream and the hot tub. Communication with the owner was great.
Jennifer D.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Homer M.
Aug 18, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Turkeys, cows, and fireflies, oh my!
We loved our stay at this peaceful mountain home! Heather has created such a wonderful home away from home. Comfortably decorated with notes to answer your every question. The hot tub was amazing after long days of exploring western North Carolina. We so enjoyed the valley view. The cows and fireflies were entertaining in the evenings and turkeys dotted the hills in the mornings. The kitchen and bathrooms had everything we needed. We had fun with the basement games. The creek was so relaxing! Easy check in and check the out! Would definitely recommend!
Homer M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Glenda B.
Aug 13, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful and relaxing
I love this property! This is my fourth visit in three years. It is like going home. It is clean, comfortable, and well stocked. As I sat on the front porch swing one evening all I heard were the sounds of “night insects” and the relaxing sound of the little stream
Glenda B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jenni T.
Jul 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect escape
My family wanted to get away from our 110 degree heat for a mini weekend getaway. The house and property was everything we hoped for (perfect for both the sunny and rainy momenta), and the homeowner was kind amd responsive.
Jenni T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Abigail P.
Jul 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great propert
We had a wonderful stay at this creek side home. They had lots of things to keep the family busy outside and in. Would definitely stay there again.
Abigail P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nicole B., Newburgh
Jul 7, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent family vacation
We really enjoyed our stay at this property. The house was very clean when we arrived and Heather was super responsive with any questions. It had plenty of room and the basement had a great assortment of games for the kids to enjoy. The creek made it very relaxing. There were plenty of trails and places to visit close by.
Nicole B.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Devon f., Matthews, NC
Jun 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Everything we wanted
This home had everything we wanted in our mountain vacation. Creek, hot tub, views, and space. We also go SO MUCH MORE: Cows, friendly visits from dogs, barn quilts, game time, porch swing, and a beautiful yard/garden!
Devon f.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Duncan R.
Jun 12, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Especially nice for children
Small tidy home in a lovely setting on a rural mountain road. Kids (4 and 5.5) loved playing in the creek and the hot tub and were delighted by the fireflies in the evening. Convenient to the delightful town of Burnsville only 10 minutes away. The dead end road made for a lovely - and safe - walk in the mornings. A nice stay!
Duncan R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Laura N., Saint Augustine, FL
May 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean, Comfy property, with the feeling that you just live here.
A relaxing no worry environment! Really can only give positive feedback!
Thanks
Laura N.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Dena L., Carolina Beach, NC
Apr 17, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing weekend getaway
Sweet cottage on the Lickskillet creek in Burnsville and close to town, we enjoyed our stay!
Dena L.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Christy S.
Feb 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
So peaceful
The property was everything we were looking for. Kids loved the hot tub and game room. I enjoyed peaceful time by the creek.
Christy S.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
KAREN D., Crown Point, USA
Nov 26, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Home Away From Home
This was a beautiful location near Asheville. Heather and Clint were phenomenal hosts that paid such attention to detail. Everything was so organized and clean. There were so many things just to do onsite for a family. WE ALL LOVED IT!
KAREN D.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Victoria W.
Nov 14, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Restful Retreat
We absolutely adored this place. It made it hard to leave. So many personal touches. We opted to stay in all weekend after a trip to the Biltmore because we just felt that cozy. The fire stove and hot tub absolutely were our highlights but there’s the creek, record player, and comfy beds. Heather gave us so much peace of mind with well thought out instructions and everything stocked well. We never even needed to contact her. We can’t thank you enough and will definitely want to be back. I totally understand the glowing reviews.
Victoria W.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Aubrey C.
Oct 25, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Just the Guys
Great place to stay in and hang out with the guys!
Aubrey C.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Leslie A.
Oct 20, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic stay in Burnsville
We had a wonderful time visiting this part of North Carolina. It is a lovely all mountain town and after a day out and about it was nice to return to this cozy home with a creek out back, build a camp fire and look at the stars. Very relaxing!
Leslie A.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Dawn D.
Oct 17, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
If you're looking for a great location outside of the city then look no further!
The house is a 10 of 10, exactly as advertised.... clean, warm, cozy and comfortable home in the country, in a peaceful and quiet area. This home is full of bonus amenities. We especially enjoyed the hot tub and hammock by the creek. It was the perfect location for our Fall getaway. Would definitely stay again!!
Dawn D.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Mary Lisa S.
Oct 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful serene surroundings
Our family had a great time in this adorable, immaculately clean, home. Our days started with coffee on the front porch and concluded with a dip in the hot tub with everything in between including foosball and ping-pong competitions and s’mores by the fire pit. The host was very responsive, accommodating and provided extras throughout the house to make you feel welcome. I would highly recommend this to anyone and hope to return myself.