WE ARE OPEN! Authentic log cabin on Paint Creek, 0.5 mi to Appalachian Trail

Top rated by guests
Front Porch with cypress funiture
Large fully stocked kitchen
Seating for 12... 8 at the farm table and 4 in the hickory stools at the bar
Dining Room with Amish farm house reclaimed wood table
Fire pit, front yard, and VML with wrap-around deck
review stars
9.6Outstanding
(423 Ratings)
"Allen was very helpful and cabin was set up perfect"
Larry B.
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9.6 / 10.0
Outstanding(423 Ratings)

Cabin in Tennessee

15 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Well priced for this locationPriced under area average

About this cabin rental

Viking Mountain Lodge is an old, 2200 square foot log cabin located inside the Cherokee National Forest near the Appalachian Trail. The cabin sits high up in the Smoky Mountains about halfway between the quaint mountain town of Hot Springs, North Carolina and the historic town of Greeneville, Tennessee. The two story structure is made of rough cut hemlock logs that are hand hewn on the exterior side. With four bedrooms and two full bathrooms, VML has the ability to sleep 15 guests making it well suited for large groups or family reunions.

VML overlooks Paint Creek which runs the width of the four acre property. Whether you’re sitting on the front porch in the handmade cypress furniture, on the deck in the rocking/adirondack chairs, or inside with the windows open, you can listen to the peaceful melody from the rushing waters of Paint Creek. Our guests frequently comment that this alone is worth trip to Viking Mountain Lodge. There is a fire pit in the front yard down by the water’s edge for roasting marshmallows or keeping warm on a cool evening. You can trout fish in the creek or catch bream in the larger of the two ponds on the property.

Go for a day hike on the AT. Have a picnic on top of Camp Creek Bald. Go whitewater rafting on the French Broad River. Fly fish Big Laurel Creek. Head to historic Greeneville Tennessee and visit one of the many museums. Most of all, RELAX!

Although the cabin is rustic, it has all of the amenities of home; a large, fully stocked kitchen, washer and dryer, linens, towels, wood stove, gas fireplace, 6 brand new ceiling fans, gas/charcoal/smoker combination grill, and even a 50” HDTV with Bose sound bar for those cold or rainy days. All of this in a spacious, clean cabin decorated with numerous Bev Doolittle prints and many pieces of antique furniture. PLEASE NOTE: The cabin does not have air conditioning. Like most homes in the area, it’s typically not needed. Also, there is no internet or cell service at the cabin. Most people find it very refreshing to unplug and spend some undistracted time with each other and with nature. Please keep these things in mind when booking.


Keywords: Cabin, Appalachian Trail, Kayaking, Fishing, Hiking, Backpacking, Canoeing,
Creekside, Historic, Mountains, Mountain Biking, Camping, Hunting, Cherokee, Rock Climbing, Rafting, Antiquing, Museums, Viking Mountain, Lodge

Amenities at WE ARE OPEN! Authentic log cabin on Paint Creek, 0.5 mi to Appalachian Trail

Non-smoking
Pets allowed
TV
Coffee/tea maker
Refridgerator
Kitchen
Microwave
Washing machine
Dryer
Patio
Kitchenware
Ski in/Ski out
Garden
Oven
Stove
Laundry services
Fireplace
Bath or shower
Sofa bed
Towels

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Ratings and reviews

9.6 / 10.0
Outstanding(423 Ratings)
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Dec 2025
Allen was very helpful and cabin was set up perfect
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Nov 2025
4th time at the lodge! This place kicks ass!
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Nov 2025
We've stayed at VML several times now and we love coming back! It's close to the Cherokee National Forest and is kind of in a central location for us for bear season.
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Nov 2025
Alan you have a very nice and cozy cabin.We enjoy our stay there. We where 10 family members from Durham. We had enjoyed our weekend with family visiting from El Salvador.

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FAQs

Is parking included with this cabin?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at WE ARE OPEN! Authentic log cabin on Paint Creek, 0.5 mi to Appalachian Trail. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cabin?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cabin. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is WE ARE OPEN! Authentic log cabin on Paint Creek, 0.5 mi to Appalachian Trail pet friendly?

Yes! This cabin is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at WE ARE OPEN! Authentic log cabin on Paint Creek, 0.5 mi to Appalachian Trail?

We found 20 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, tv, coffee/tea maker, and refridgerator.


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