3 acres hosted by James S.
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99% Recommend237 ratings · 193 reviews
Orchard House offers a cozy retreat with a distinctive charm, where guests repeatedly praise the thoughtfulness in design and the warmth it exudes, even in colder months. Visitors highlight the beauty of the surrounding land and the opportunity to explore nearby cliffs, adding an element of adventure to their stay. While the reviews are overwhelmingly positive, one guest noted maintenance issues with the outhouse and privacy concerns, indicating room for improvement in those areas. Overall, the host James is recognized for his responsiveness, contributing to a welcoming experience.
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Galen E.
2 reviews
Had a great time! The location was easy to find, the cabin was clean, and communicating with James was clear.
Gabby H.
3 reviews
We stayed at Hilltop Cabin as our first stop on a week long road trip from Baltimore to Austin. It was so great to stay somewhere peaceful and beautiful after being in the car all day, and our pup could play and stretch her legs! We were even able to duck into Asheville for dinner when we arrived and for breakfast the next morning as we had never been! The bed was super comfy and the cabin had everything we needed to relax before getting back on the road. Our hosts were friendly and i’m sure would have been accommodating should we have needed anything, but the cabin was perfect and we were totally set as is! Our dog and the cow, Kashi, also started a beautiful friendship. Would love to come back one day :-) Thank you!
Colin M.
1 month on Hipcamp
This was such a cool spot! The cow was so nice and came up to greet us as soon as we arrived.
The cabin is very cozy and has everything you need to cook a meal, including a small electric stovetop (although we ended up cooking with our skillet over the fire).
The bed upstairs is incredibly comfortable and we got some of the best sleep we've had in a while.
The weather was perfect when we were there, so we didn't need them, but there is a large space heater and window a/c unit if you're cold/hot.
Beautiful property nestled in the hills, a really nice drive through winding mountain roads, and great scenery all around.
Would love to come back sometime!
Jay B.
3 reviews
My wife and I had a great Valentine’s weekend away at the Hilltop Cabin. Beautiful views in multiple directions, right from the front porch. Mastering the wood burning stove for cooking breakfast, lunch, and dinner made the experience even more enjoyable. You can always use the hot plate if you prefer…
We had rain both days so we spent the whole weekend in the cabin. Felt like home. Comfortable recliner space to read a book upstairs or just sit and listen to the birds.
James even went in before us and turned on the heater to warm the place for us. Never had a cold moment.
Great spot! Couldn’t recommend more.
Andrew C.
3 reviews
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· February 2025
What you read doesn't describe the uniquness of the cabin, the scenic view or quietness of this location. This is a great time which I would encourage anyone to visit. They don't get much better than this. James is a wonderful gracious host!
Amy I.
7 reviews
We loved our stay at Raven Ridge!! The cabin was charming and cozy. The Turkish wood stove is such a lovely feature! There is an outhouse steps behind the cabin…it was very clean and well kept. Raven Ridge is adjacent to a wellness retreat which looked very intriguing and we plan to check out on another visit. The location was great….we drove back and forth from mars hill a few times for snow tubing and hiking the Appalachian Trail at Sam’s Gap…it was maybe 20 minutes from the cabin to exit 3, then we made it to Asheville from the cabin in about 30 minutes. The most surprising thing was how warm the cabin was considering it was in the 20s & 30s during our stay!! All from a space heater downstairs!! It shows how well the cabin is built as we have stayed in glamping cabins that are drafty and impossible to keep warm. The hosts were very responsive to messages and checked on us to make sure we settled in and had everything we needed. I highly recommend staying at Raven Ridge!!
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Marshall, Madison, North Carolina, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of ᏣᎳᎫᏪᏘᏱ Tsalaguwetiyi (Cherokee, East), S’atsoyaha (Yuchi), and Miccosukee First Nations according to To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by James S.
Joined in January 2017Response rate: 100%Response time: Within an hour
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