This one-of-a-kind 1947 cabin is brimming with charm, featuring original hardwood floors, exterior walls milled from trees on the property, and nearly three generations of character woven throughout. Just a few hundred feet from Camp Rockmontâonce home to the historic Black Mountain College and the beloved Lake Eden Arts Festival (now held in Mills River as of 2026)âCarrie's Escape offers peaceful privacy and unbeatable convenience.
Enjoy a quick 9-minute drive to Lake Tomahawk Park for tennis, the pool, and walking trails with a spectacular view of the Seven Sisters Mountain Range, or head into downtown Black Mountain for local dining, novelty shops, and art galleries. If you're looking for scenic surroundings with easy access to all that Western North Carolina has to offer, this cozy cabin checks every box!
About the Home
âą Kitchen with eat-in dining for 4 (and up to 6 with the leaf provided), dishwasher, French press, and drip-style coffee maker
âą Thoughtfully appointed living room with a radiant heat woodstove and a RokuTV for streaming
âą Light and bright sunroom with seating, dedicated workspace, and access to the patio with gas grill
âą Impressive open-air deck, perfect for stargazing or enjoying the view, with a wood-burning fire pit
Where to Unwind
âą Bedroom with twin-size bed
âą Bedroom with full-size bed
âą Bedroom with queen-size bed and en suite bathroom with walk-in shower
âą Bedroom with queen-size bed; a full bathroom, with bathtub and shower combination, can be accessed from this bedroom and the hallway
Where to Explore
âą Camp Rockmont | 15-minute walk
âą Thirteen Pennies Cafe + Mountain Home Thrift Store | 3 minutes
âą Dynamite Coffee | 6 minutes
âą My Father's Pizza, Downtown Black Mountain | 8 minutes
âą Blue Ridge Parkway | 14 minutes
âą White Duck Taco, Downtown Asheville | 22 minutes
âą Biltmore Estate & Gardens | 22 minutes
Please note: 4WD is not required, but please drive in and out slowly. The last part of the driveway ascends slightly. At certain points, vehicles with low clearance may scrape. This home does not allow pets.