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[Guest Comments: 1 positive, 0 negative]
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| 11/18/09 |
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We had a wonderful time at the Smith Log Cabin. The location of the cabin is excellent. It is a short 5 minute drive to pick up grocery items or shop in many unique stores in Black Mountain, and, it is convenient to many attractions such as the Biltmore and Blue Ridge Parkway. The cabin has a lot of character. It is well stocked with kitchen utensils for those of us who enjoyed preparing their own meals. Two common areas plus a loft provided plenty of space to socialize with our party indoors while at the same time others found privacy to enjoy their latest book. The same space benefits were outdoors too. Three covered decks and a patio gave us a lot of options to be outside relaxing and enjoying the mountain air. Fresh linens and comfortable sleeping areas completed our days for a good night of rest.
One of the most amazing assets of the cabin is the view of the sunsets. The pictures on the web do not do justice to the real thing. Another great view was the sunrise. The shadows as the sun rises combined with the fog settled in the valleys was quite a sight.
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| 07/31/09 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
We came here after spending a week in Helen, GA. in a cabin. What a WONDERFUL change of pace. My son and two year old grandson are coming over from Concord (NC) for a few days.
The house is terrific. The view is spectacular. It has rained non-stop since we came & we really don't care we love sitting and staring at the mountain. We hope to make it back soon.
The house was clean & stocked with all supplies - Thank You!
Jack, Mary, Cheran, & Sandy Henry from Ormond By The Sea, FL
Arec & Cooper Henry - Concord, NC
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The Henry's
Ormond By The Sea, FL
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| 07/15/09 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Sitting by the fire-pit watching a watching a sliver of moon dip behind the mountain range.
Stars & embers, laughter, & the love of family fellowship.
Only a few nights, but they were lovely & the view was magical - I wish we had a week :)
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The Fogals
Vermont
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| 07/09/09 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
It has been a great week and a house that held our whole family! The mountains are beautiful and it confirmed our commitment to retire from Florida and return to our beloved Black Mt.!
Thank you Don - we love to cook and you had everything we needed.
Love Always,
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The Valentines
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| 06/14/09 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Absolutely Fabulous!
Couldn't have requested a more beautiful view. We'll be back again soon.
Thank you for opening up your home allowing us to experience the 7 Sisters (art gallery) up close.
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Valerie Berridge
Athens, OH
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| 05/01/09 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
We enjoyed our return visit to your log cabin! We love Black MT. and the beauty of western North Carolina.
Thank you
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The Moore's
Tampa, FL
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| 01/02/09 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Dec. 26 – Jan 2, 2009
What a beautiful place you have. We really enjoyed all the cute art work on the walls. It inspired me to go home and start painting. Loved it. We all felt at home an at peace. Than you so much for a great time.
Amy Little – Marshville, NC
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Amy Little
Marshville, NC
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| 09/02/08 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
September 2, 2008
Thank you for a wonderful month!
The Coats’
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The Coats'
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| 08/02/08 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
July 26 – August 2, 2008
Team Henson enjoyed our third visit here! The views are just the best! We had to visits from a mother bear and her cubs. Beautiful house!
Thank you!
The Henson’s – Louisville, KY,
Boston, MA
Washington, DC
Little Rock, AR
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The Henson's
multiple, see comments
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| 07/08/08 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
July 2-8, 2008
We had four generations sharing the week in your lovely cabin. We all came to Black Mountain to celebrate our daughter, April and new son-in-law John Cohen’s weeding at Lake Tomahawk Park. The weather was beautiful for the ceremony which was held at the gazebo. After a fun-filled reception at the Lakeview clubhouse some friends and family stopped by to visit. Everyone loved the wonderful views and whimsical décor. This house is perfect for sharing with family and friends. You cannot beat the view form the front porch rockers. Thank you for sharing your cabin with us for the week. We hope to reutn in the future.
The Kurt Kolheffer’s – Daytona Beach, FL
The Kerwin Kolheffers’ – Gainesville, FL
Betty Kolheffer – Deland, FL
Racquel Berrios – Puerto Rico
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| 06/29/08 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
June 26-29, 2008
We all met here for vacation. We had a relaxing time visiting, 3ating, playing games, watching distant thunderstorms from the front porch. Some of us went to Biltmore and some went to play golf. We strolled downtown Black Mountain. We think this be an annual event for us. We love Black Mountain. Thanks for a great spot to spend quality time with family!
Greg and Susie – Erwin, TN
Ann and George – Piney Flats, TN
Andy and Karen – Knoxville, TN
Sharon and Daniel – Winston-Salem, NC
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| 12/01/07 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
December 2007
Thank you for your hospitality. This is a great cabin with beautiful decorations and all the amenities that one needs. We had a great time and happy new year. Thanks again, great experience. We will be back!
The Belizirio’s – Miami, FL
The Villelobis’ – Miami, FL
The Mendoza’s – Miami, FL
The Rodriguez’s – Miami, FL
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Miami, FL
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| 11/01/07 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
November, 2007
Thanks you for opening up your cabin for our use this week. The views are breathtaking! We enjoyed drinking coffee on the balcony, making smores in the firepit. Coming to Black Mountain is a family tradition and we loved staying here!
The Kings’ – Wake Forest, NC
The Moores’ – Tampa, FL
The Wears – Paris, TX
The Demings’ – San Antonio, TX
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| 08/04/07 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
July 30 – Aug 4, 2007
We have enjoyed a lovely week together at your beautiful mountain home! We love the views, the beds, the gathering spaces and how our every need was provided for! We saw a bear twice during our stay – he seemed to be drawn to the smell of our cooking baking. Thank you for sharing your comfortable home with us. We were able to rest, reconnect and recreate only to leave refreshed.
Mike and Kay Salmon– Tampa, FL
Kent Spillman, Phoenix, AZ
Amy and Joe Lincoln – Hihg Bridge, NJ
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| 07/03/07 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
This was a marvelous home for us while we attended the Presbyterian Peacemaking Conference at Montreat. We loved the comforts, the charming décor, the well-equipped kitchen, the breathtaking views and perfect beds. As we sit here on the porch for our evening snack, the beautiful sunset and bright Venus add a final grand finale to our visit.
Lynn, Betty and Tom from Ohio
Mary Lu and Harry from Florida
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| 06/03/07 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
We have been so blessed to spend a week here celebrating our 50th anniversary surrounded by our children, grandchildren, brother and sister-in-law. Thank you for thinking of everything we could possibly need for our stay. Hopefully we will have more family gatherings here.
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Nell and Dick Jones
Thomasville, GA
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| 05/25/07 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
May 25 – June 1, 2007
Loved your cabin and the entire Black Mountain and Blue Ridge area. Had a great vacation with plenty of quality family time. We’ll be back!!
The Brotherhood’s and the Woodland’s - Texas
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Brotherhood’s & Woodland's
Texas
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| 03/16/07 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
March 16-18, 2007
Snow flurries, hot coffee and time with our children and grand daughter! Who could ask for more?! Thanks for sharing this wonderful home. God bless all who enter here.
Martha and Jim, David and Emily, Phil, Amy and Piper
Nashville, TN and Grayson, GA
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Nashville, TN & Grayson, GA
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| 12/30/06 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
December 30 2006 – January 01, 2007
We had a wonderful time in your beautiful cabin celebrating the New Year. The realty staff was wonderful as well – they came out to light the water heater pilot light almost as soon as we called. We will definitely be returning in the near future. Thanks again!
Jennifer Twineham and John Subasavage – Snellville, GA
Michelle Ashby – Lothian, MD
Jennifer Martin and Jen Watson – Winston- Salem, NC
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| 11/01/06 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
November, 2006
We came up out of the Okefenokee swamp in southeast Georgia to visit another part of God’s great creation! We love the mountains; Mt. Mitchell state park; Chimney rock; Biltmore estate and all the other places we visited. Celebrating 33rd, 34th and 35th anniversaries fro these three sisters as great! God has blessed our families beyond measure and we thank and praise him! We have visited this area several times and this has been our most comfortable lease. It’s been great but we have to go!
Bonnie and Bud Thornton
Shelton and Wanda Rigdon
Donnie and Carol Watkins
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Southeast Georgia
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| 10/15/06 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
October 15-21, 2006
We had a gathering of ‘old’ friends and managed to hit the peak of the color in the leaves. The view from the 3rd floor porch is gorgeous. This layout is perfect for a group of several families. We have all enjoyed our stay – even an invasion of ladybugs that we came home to one day.
Carol and Harold Blackwood – Columbia, SC
Jim and Kathy Green – Casselberry, FL
Mary Action – Petaluma, CA
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| 10/01/06 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
October, 2006
Thanks for providing the perfect setting for a relaxing wedding weekend with our friends. We had an amazing time in the mountains of North Carolina. We are already planning reunion weekend. We suggest making reservations at the Red Rocker Inn for dinner. The food was amazing they had excellent service. A winning combo. The cabin was awesome – much fun!
The Darling’s – Delaware
The Fappert’s – Delaware
Justin Day – North Carolina
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| 09/01/06 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
September, 2006
What a great place to stay! This house is intimate yet spacious enough for six adults. We all had our own ‘private’ areas, too. Great porch! Probably the center of our stay – the central gathering place. Hearing the world wake up in the morning and the hollow socked in with fog and slowly revealing itself to the day – the insects at night and sleeping peacefully with all the windows open. Thought we know the area well, our guest from Mississippi and Montana were pleasantly surprised and at home. Great place – Great Time.
Signed, Tom
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Tom
Somewhere USA
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| 08/31/06 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
August 31, 2006
We arrived Friday, August 25 and what a wonderful surprise. The mountain view from the top deck was breathtaking. This cabin (using that word loosely) was more than anyone could want. It was stocked with anything we would need. We were here for the “Adult Celebration” at the cove but otherwise we could have sat on one of the decks all day. The town of Black Mountain was very unusual. We enjoyed browsing the shops when we had free time. My two sisters and I have certainly had a wonderful time together since we do not have the opportunity to be together often.
Betty Holt - Union City, TN
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Betty Holt
Union City, TN
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| 06/30/06 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
June 30 – July 5, 2006
Our family ( with friend Justine) had a wonderful and restful vacation here in black Mountain. This log cabin is so lovely with its openness and loft. The view from the porches is fabulous. It was great to sit on the front porch with a cup of coffee and good book in the morning hours. We also loved Montreat, hiking at Chimney Rock park, Lake Lure and evening strolls around Lake Tomahawk. Hope your stay is great, too!
The Hawley family – Chapel Hill, NC
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The Hawley family
Chapel Hill, NC
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| 05/22/06 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
May 22-26, 2006
We had a wonderful stay. The cabin was decorated so nicely and we enjoyed looking at the artwork. Great layout of the cabin with 3 living areas. It allowed all 3 families to enjoy the space. Thanks again.
The Benjamin families and the Wood family
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Benjamin & Wood Families
Somewhere, USA
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| 02/19/06 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
February 19, 2006
This was a valentine’s treat for all 4 couples. We love the cabin and the view. The only bad thins was not having more time! Thank you for allowing us to stay last minute.
The Bowman’s (x2)
The Morgan’s
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Bowman's & Morgan's
Somewhere USA
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| 11/07/05 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
November 7, 2005
A gorgeous cabin- rustic but with all the conveniences. The view is unbelievable. Many thanks.
Christine Brundage of St. Pete, FL
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Christine Brundage
St. Pete, FL
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| 10/12/05 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
October 12-16, 2005
What an awesome mountain nest you have here. We all had a wonderful time for our family fall get away. This was out granddaughter’s first mountain trip. She is 17 months old and climbed her first mountain at Lookout in Montreat. What a great hike. We enjoyed the fact that the house was close to civilization in Black Mountain but still on a private drive and in such a peaceful setting. The house is so accommodating and has all the comforts. It so cute and whimsical with all the touches and artwork … yet still the look of a log cabin. We enjoyed a horseback ride over at Lake Lure. The weather has been fantastic. The little shops in Black Mountain are delightful. We found some treasures! We will definitely want to come back!
The Steve Brown’s from St. Augustine, FL
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The Steve Brown’s
St. Augustine, FL
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| 07/15/05 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
July 2005
We really did enjoy our stay!! The cabin and it’s décor was absolutely breath taking when we entered through the back door. I’ll never forget my visit and hopefully we can do this again.!
Sheila and friends – Huntsville, AL
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Sheila and friends
Huntsville, AL
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| 07/01/05 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
July 2005
We have stayed in many bed and breakfasts and cabins, but this is by far the very best one ever! We love the views and the whimsical way the cabin is decorated! Plus with four families here, we really appreciated the layout and all the bathrooms! We definitely want to come back to this very special place and are sad we have to leaver after 2 wonderful weeks.
Nick and Colette Salmon – Ft. Dodge, Iowa
Chris and Camille Harvey – South Bend, IN
Carrie and Matt Condon – Kansas City, MO
Bob and Jean Salmon – Sedalin, MO
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| 02/15/05 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
February 12-15, 2005
We had a wonderful relaxing visit. What a beautiful cabin. Very cozy! Very romantic!!
Thank you!
The King’s – Inman, SC
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The King’s
Inman, SC
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| 01/01/05 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
January 1, 2005
Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful home with us. We truly enjoyed our stay. Even though we were away from our home and families for the holidays we felt very much at home in yours.
The Avila’s from Pembroke Pines
The Diaz’s from Miami Lakes, FL
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The Avila’s & The Diaz’s
Pembroke Pines/Miami Lakes, FL
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| 12/11/04 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Our first trip to Black Mountain- what a treat. In the midst of the hectic holiday season it was a treat to get away. Your cabin is awesome!! From the wonderful pine smell when we opened the door, to the scenery and peaceful surrounding it was all a wonderful experience. You all have done a great job decorating and beds are so comfortable. Tom celebrated his bit 50 birthday on Friday by visiting the Biltmore, eating at the Stable café and sipping wines at the winery. Too tired to cook, we ate pizza at “ My Father’s Pizza.” The ay was so much fun. Saturday we had snow flurries as we shopped in black Mountain. That was neat. There is still a dusting on the mountain tips. It is such a cute town. We rounded out the day playing spades and grilling fillets. Everyone is packing up and I am dragging out departure time out as long as possible. But reality awaits us back in Richmond, Va. Thank you for letting us come for a visit. Your cabin home is adorable. I wish you and your family happy memories of Black Mountain gatherings for many years to come. You’ve done great.
Peggy and Tom Martin
Richmond, VA
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Peggy and Tom Martin
Richmond, VA
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| 10/24/04 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Thank you for sharing your lovely mountain cabin with the Moore family. The leaves were just beautiful and full of color. We look forward to coming back again next year!
The Moore’s of Seneca, SC, the Moore’s of Lake City, SC, the Moore’s of Wilmington, NC, the Moore’s of Hendersonville, NC
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The Moore’s (see comments)
NC & SC
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| 10/08/04 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
We have enjoyed the black Mountain area for many year, but this trip greeted us with our favorite cabin yet! We absolutely love your home and have enjoyed the beautiful view and all the great furnishings. We are already planning a trip back. Thank you and may God bless!
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The Hidalog and Hall families
Jacksonville, Florida
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| 09/15/04 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Thank you for sharing your lovely cabin home with us. We had a fabulous surprised birthday party for several family members and everyone has enjoyed the beauty and serenity of the area!
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The Levies’
Sarasota, FL
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| 08/01/04 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
The cabin is so charming and the whimsical décor is delightful. We especially enjoyed the breath taking view particularly from the 3rd story. On Saturday, we went to Belle Chere. We played games, brought jewelry, made candles and ate good food. The town of Asheville is beautiful. On Sunday we hiked up Chimney rock, at the top we took a cool dip in a mountain stream and drank cool mountain water from the waterfall. The hike is strenuous and we all lost about 10 pounds but it was well worth it and cheap, only $14. On Monday, we toured the Biltmore House and gardens. What an amazing home. We ate at the stable café and sipped a variety of wines at the winery. On Tuesday, we went white water rafting—it was awesome! After riding the cold water of the French Broad we warmed up with a hot mineral bath is Hot Springs, you feel energized and refreshed afterward. On Wednesday we spent the day in Lake Lure. We went horseback riding at Cedar Creek Stables, ate lunch at Larkin’s on the lake. We then rented a boat and spent the day on the lake tubing behind the boat. We had a treat time. On Friday we took a ride on the Great Smokey Mountain Railroad.
Thank you North Carolina and the Smith family. We had a wonderful time.
The McDaniel’s and the La Combe’s
Madisonville, Louisiana
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The McDaniel’s and the La Combe’s
Madisonville, Louisiana
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