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Hideaway from it all ! Holyfield Hideaway, Flag Pond, Tennessee

Flag Pond vacation home with kitchen

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Terrace/patio
Interior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 459 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Flag Pond, TN
  • Place, Sams Gap
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Appalachian Trail Sams Gap Trailhead
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Hatley Pointe Ski Resort
    ‪14 min drive‬

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About the area

Flag Pond

On river.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Flag Pond vacation home, you'll find Appalachian Trail Sams Gap Trailhead and Lamar Alexander Rocky Fork State Park. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Pisgah National Forest and Hatley Pointe Ski Resort.
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What's nearby

  • Sams Gap - 3 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Appalachian Trail Sams Gap Trailhead - 3 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Lamar Alexander Rocky Fork State Park - 9 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Hatley Pointe Ski Resort - 14 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Biltmore Estate - 46 min drive - 63.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Creek Cafe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Lodge Steak and Rib Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • Fannie Farkles
  • ‪Mountain Country Cookies and Breads - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Mountaintop Grill - ‬24 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.

Hideaway from it all ! Holyfield Hideaway, Flag Pond, Tennessee

Quietly, hidden away under a canopy of trees in the Appalachian mountains, is one of East Tennessee's best-kept secrets - until now. Nestled above Sam's Creek and Oberlin Falls, the Holyfield Hideaway sits on an ancient Indian and buffalo trail - later becoming the old wagon road connecting East Tn. to NC.. Nowadays:), you can drive right up in your car - no steps onto the pavilion deck or through the front door. The 630 sq.ft. Hideaway is furnished with antique brass headboard, king bed, queen sofa bed, pack n’ play upon request, dining table with 4 chairs, kitchen & bathroom w/ standing shower. All connecting to an 800 sq.ft. deck with propane grill, dining table for 4, hammock and so much more. Create memories to last a lifetime while sitting around the fire, dreaming under the stars...
Other things to note - All bed, bath and kitchen linens provided.***dog friendly*** no cats please due to allergies. Limit of 2 dogs & must crate if left alone. Owners will be held responsible for damages. We have heat & airconditioning. We have FIBER INTERNET for your work or school needs. We have a DVR player & a nice selection of family movies. We have a 31” tv with a Firestick. We have plenty to do in our area - hiking at our own Lamar Alexander Rocky Fork State Park (Tennessee’s newest wilderness park) just 4 miles down our road. The Sams Gap crossing of the AT is 3 miles up our road ! Local white-water rafting & ziplining at French Broad Adventures. Skiing/snow boarding is 15 minutes away from Hatley Pointe Ski Resort dine at their restaurant, Smoke and Timber. We are a National Wildlife Federation Certified Wildlife Habitat. Our tap water is from our 700’ deep well - we hit the aquaphor- pure, clean and delicious.
We are only 30 minutes away from Johnson City or Asheville. Please familiarize yourself with our directions before approaching as GPS is not always accurate here :( You will want to stop for groceries before arrival. Last stop for groceries/gas from the Johnson City direction on I-26E is Food City in Erwin, exit 37. Last stop for gas/groceries from the Asheville area on I-26W is Ingles in Mars Hill, exit 11. Either one is less than 20 minutes from us. Once here, you’ll never want to leave ! We would love to have you as our guests.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Free breakfast available
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking allowed outdoors- not inside of cabin.

Services and conveniences

  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 630 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

No smoking or candle burning allowed inside our all wood cabin. You may outside on the deck area.
Use of fire pit in accordance of current county advisory. We have firewood for sale.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Dogs only, no cats

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Parents are solely responsible for their children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outdoors- not inside of cabin.

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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, a first aid kit, 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Hideaway From it all !
Hideaway in the hills of East Tennessee❤️
Hideaway From it all ! Holyfield Hideaway Flag Pond Tennessee
Hideaway from it all !<br>Holyfield Hideaway Flag Pond Tennessee

Hideaway from it all ! Holyfield Hideaway, Flag Pond, Tennessee Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 89 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Streams of Living WaterChuck and Valda’s mountain retreat is absolutely breathtaking! We went to see the fall leaves… They were spectacular! When the wind would gently blow, the golden, shimmering leaves in all their brilliance would sparkle and twirl down to the ground and my granddaughter would proclaim with such delight, “It’s fall!” “It’s fall!” It was truly magical!Inside, the cabins were warm and cozy with a whimsical decor and outside were surrounded by a canopy of tall trees. Just below, was a winding crystal clear creek with smooth rocks and sounds of gently flowing water that lulled us to sleep each night as we snuggled in our comfy beds happy to be with family and excited to enjoy God’s creation at our very own private retreat!We loved fishing and exploring in the creek. It had an easy access or you could be adventurous and use the rope. I even had to try it! The grandkids loved the zip line! Some of our favorites were playing games, making s’mores, roasting hotdogs and telling scary stories around the fireplace. Thank you to Chuck for providing the wood and building the fire for us. We just had to light it! You really pampered us!We were very thankful to have both cabins including the bunkhouse. It provided more privacy for each family.Thank you Valda for your homemade treats. The chocolate chip cookies and strawberry ice cream were loved and enjoyed by all! You both have servants’ hearts and you warmed our hearts! God bless you always & forever!
Sam’s Creek
S’mores night
Taking the rope down to the creek!
Sam’s Creek
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glema M., Grove City

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect stay in every way! Host is amazing and friendly, such a sweet couple. Anything you need in cabin for your stay that you may forget to bring. Was welcome with fresh chocolate cookies and homemade ice cream!! We plan to come back again in the spring. Our fall trip to see the mountains made even more amazing with our stay at the cabin! We stayed for three days but my husband said he would like to stay a whole week next time. Thank you Velda and Chuck:)
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location, and hosts Chuck and Valda go above and beyond. The cabin was clean, and the kitchen had everything you could ever need for cooking! We couldn't have asked for a more perfect vacation. Our 2 dogs loved running around, and playing in the creek, and even made friends with the resident dog! The property has so much history - and I'm sure we only scratched the surface! We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Valda and Chuck are marvelous hosts with a stunning mountain property. We and our dogs did not want to leave this beautiful, tranquil woodland retreat. Everything was perfect and we cannot wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
I had a most wonderful stay! The HIDEAWAY was just what I was looking for, a cozy cabin in the woods that was still close enough to the major highways to take me to where I needed to be while I was in Tennessee.Valda and Chuck were welcoming and had so many sweet extra touches that made my stay even more special! I would DEFINATELY return, if I am ever planning another trip to this area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Chuck and Valda are wonderful people. The cabin was spacious and the porch was immense. There were all kinds of games and things to do.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christle A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Christle & Jefft

This magical cabin has everything you need and more for cooking, grilling and relaxing. They have hand selected beautiful decor carefully and it shows. Homemade bake goods and ice cream were delicious. The condiments firewood were so thoughtful. The owners have thought of everything and their love and knowledge of the property is unbelievable. I will be dreaming of this cabin until we come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a great getaway. The sound of the creek all day and being able to open the windows was definitely worth it! Chuck and Valda were wonderful and made the stay very enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie F., Franklin

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great stay at Hide away from it all! The place was so beautiful and so quiet! The beauty around this cabin is awesome and the great history of the area is all around that land. The hosts were so nice and accomodating, they even left cookies and homemade ice cream. We will be returning soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Betsey/Mike H.

Liked: Cleanliness
I have so much to say about our stay. First of all Chuck and Valda are the kindest most welcoming host we’ve ever met! Full of information and history! Truly delightful people! This property is even better in person, the images don’t do it justice. My husband and I had planned to visit a lot of Asheville but changed our minds and spent more time at the property! He fished, the dog played in the creek and I read. Such a relaxing environment. The house is fully stocked with everything you need and more and is SUPER clean!! If you get the chance, try some of Valda’s goodies. The peach butter is amazing! Highly recommend this property!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kayla S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Slice of Heaven

Perfect secluded location - My husband and I sat outside each night and listened to the creek flowing among all the other sounds of nature. Our kids ran back and forth and loved watching the water move. Chuck and Valda were accommodating and surpassed all of our expectations, truly wonderful people. We especially enjoyed hearing about the history of the property, so interesting! We hope to visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent!!!!

Everything was wonderful- the cabin, the porch, the creek, and the amazing decor!But the best of all- Chuck & Valda.Will be back often!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Britt B., Katy, Texas, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Just What we Needed

It is difficult to put in to words what an amazing place Holyfield Hideaway turned out to be. If you are looking for a place to unwind way from the hustle, bustle and craziness of our world this is the place for you. First we were greeted by our hosts, Valda and Chuck as we arrived. They provided a very brief but informative history of the property and our surroundings. This was followed by a quick tour through the Hideaway showing the location of all the necessities and stressing to us if there was anything else we need they are happy to help. There was fresh homemade strawberry ice cream and chocolate chip cookies there to greet us as well. During the evenings my wife and I would start by grilling a delicious dinner on the large open deck and spending hours sitting around a fire and just visiting. We would sleep with the windows open so that we could hear the stream down below and the other noises of the woods. We spent our days doing much the same just relaxing, talking, napping out on the large open deck. We seldom left the property and we did not turn on the Television once. The kitchen is fully equipped and stocked with a nice selection of spices and condiments. This space will not allow me to describe the amazing hosts. Valda and Chuck are both wonderful people. Just warm and friendly Southern folks and and a joy to be around. We so enjoyed our time talking to them both. Each time I saw them, they wanted to make sure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

perfectly perfect

First, the hosts. Valda and Chuck seem at one with their property, 25 acres in the beautiful Tennessee woods. A truly wonderful couple, and I am very thankful I had a chance to sit and talk with them a bit. Their love of life, their family and the magic of the forest was magnetic and made it hard to leave. Thank you both for a truly wonderful time, esp important as the stay was to accommodate support for my AT through-hiking wife who I hadn't seen in six weeks. Through hikers seem to have some celebrity out here, so it was cool.A main house and couple cabins are strategically located around the property, taking advantage of the lay of the land to immerse you in history and the serenity of the forest. A wonderful stream cascades 30 feet below the Hideaway, accessible, but it does take a little work. Use the rope and make your life easier. Beautiful property and as we were the only guests, there was plenty of wandering room around the 12 acres on "our side of the road".We enjoyed a very well appointed cabin for two (or four w/ couch), but probably tight for two couples. Has all you need, and the bed, which we both thought felt not so great when we first arrived, was wonderful and we slept very well. Nice size bathroom. The pavilion makes it. A couple hundred square feet of open, yet covered area to enjoy the continual breeze, play games (there's plenty), enjoy a fire or just sit and do nothing. The signs representing places around the world make a real nice touch.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Mountain Retreat

The hideaway is a great spot for a quiet weekend retreat. Chuck and Valda were delightful. The cabin is clean and cozy and was perfect for us!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colette B., Frederick, Maryland

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy stay

Wonderful cozy stay. We came for a family wedding in Flag Pond. The host was very accommodating & had great stories about the property & surrounding area. The homemade ice cream and cookies were bonus and greatly appreciated. For a family with 2 small children, this worked well. The outside space was very charming with the old fireplace. Thank you for sharing your lovely space.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

BARBARA I.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet and Relaxing

The Hideaway was perfect! Chuck and Valda have thought of everything! Fully stocked bathroom (even Advil, etc.) and kitchen pantry (oil, seasonings, all the basics - PLUS - to cook a meal), eggs and bagels, homemade ice cream and cookies, ice in the freezer— everything we needed! Side note: the water here is delicious! A fire in the fireplace on the pavilion was perfect in the rain. Sigh… A Christmas movie on the tv with twinkling Christmas tree lights and the sound of rain on the roof—
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Anniversary get away

We really enjoyed the 200 year old fireplace surrounded by the autumn colors of the surrounding trees. Our hosts, Chuck and Val, were so welcoming when we arrived. We got a tour and enjoyed hearing some local stories and history of the property. Very comfortable stay with everything one could need. Chuck gave us a tour of the other nifty cabins on their property and Val even made us homemade cookies and strawberry ice cream!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathon B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend getaway

Recently stayed at the Holyfield Hideaway and had an excellent time wven with the weather conditions. We stayed the weekend of Hurricane Helene and lost power, internet, cell service and water (well water). Chuck and Val were excellent host kept checking in on us and made sure we had what we needed. We cant wait to visit again when the area recovers from the destruction.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa K., Cincinnati

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Property

My stay was just what I hoped for! The property was in a perfect location to enjoy abundant hiking opportunities and then come back and relax for a peaceful evening around the historic fireplace. Chuck and Valda are very accommodating and the cabin well stocked with everything I could need. I really appreciated the cleanliness and artful touches. Thank you and I hope to return someday.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bill B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hidden Gem

This was our favorite short term rental we have ever been to! Super peacful with the sound of a running creek just 100 ft away. The cabins history and surrounding area is a facinating story. The cabin had everything you need to feel comfortable and all kinds of cool knick nacks everywhere you look. You can tell the hosts really put a lot of effort into maintaing the property. A superb value at the listed price, we highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Breathe of fresh air

Our stay was fantastic, the perfect place to enjoy a beautiful setting in nature and family. My sister and her family rented the other cabin and bunkhouse on property that made for a wonderful vacation between our families. This was her second time staying here bc she loved the property so much. I will def be back!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toya L., Ansonia, CT

Liked: Cleanliness

Woodland Oasis

Everything about this stay was amazing! Valda and Chuck have truly created a beautiful oasis here, it's such a beautiful location and so peaceful. The sound of the creek running through the property is just so relaxing. It was also the middle of July yet it was so nice and cool. Chuck was happy to share the history of the property and the area, love the old buffalo trail and 200+ year old fireplace is beautiful. It's a great location to explore NE TN and the stunning mountain views, Johnson City is only a 30 minute drive so nice and close. Valda and Chuck are such warm & wonderful hosts from the yummy homemade cookies and ice cream to the wonderful conversations this was my favorite vrbo stay! HIGHLY recommend 10/10 Thank you both for your warm southern hospitality. xoxo Tom & Toya
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mathew G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Enchanting Place

We would like to thank Velda and Chuck for a most delightful stay. The outdoor spaces were so much fun. I had a fire in the 200 yr old chimney most mornings with my coffee. I have been in the hospitality industry for 42 years and these folk know what they are doing. We felt very well taken care of. Sincerely, Mathew, Hiram, and Lily
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic little hideaway

This is a fantastic little hideaway in TN that offers a lot of privacy and peace. You can hear the creek and cannot hear road noise. They are dog friendly and our golden retriever had a blast in the creek. Chuck and Valda are incredibly nice hosts and told us all about the history of the property which was fascinating. The home is a tiny home/studio but has all the essentials. We had a great trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024