The Quack Shack

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19 reviews

· Brevard, Transylvania, North Carolina · 2 acres

Hosted by Nick F.

Treehouse

· 3 guests max · 1 bed · 1 toilet

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Romantic

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Creature comforts

Enjoy the comforts of home—including flush toilets, showers, and a kitchen.

All to yourself

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This site is accessed via a short trail through the trees down a gentle, sloping hill, and finally by a short stairway, and as such it may not be easily accessible for campers with limited mobility. Located on the grounds of the Duckpond Pottery, The Quack Shack is a secluded treehouse perched along the banks of the French Broad River. The structure is an 8x10 A-frame that transforms via a hinged wall into an open-air cabana with a charming deck that affords spectacular views of the French Broad River and surrounding countryside. The interior of the Quack Shack, with its vaulted 11-foot ceiling and earthen plaster walls, provides a warm glow in a rainforest environment. It is furnished with a comfortable seating area surrounding a coffee table that can be easily converted to a full-size queen bed at night. On the outside deck are beach chairs and a chimenea available for use. The quack shack has electric power (1 outlet only). Amenities include a bathroom located a short walk away at the main building as well as an open-air on-demand shower located off the bathroom on a deck overlooking the French Broad River. Morning coffee and tea is available at The Tea Hut located just a hop, skip, and jump from the treehouse. NOTE: The Duckpond Pottery is a working studio pottery and gallery that is open to the public. It is also home to occasional open-air house concerts on the deck at the pottery. The host generally blocks concert dates, however, it is worth double-checking with the host that there will not be a concert if you desire a quieter experience.Located on the grounds of the Duckpond Pottery, The Quack Shack is a secluded treehouse perched along the banks of the French broad River. The structure is an enclosed 8x10 A-frame that transforms via a hinged wall to become an open air cabana with an expansive deck affording spectacular views of The French Broad River and surrounding countryside. The interior of the Quack Shack, with its vaulted 11 foot ceiling and earthen plaster walls feels more Italian villa than shack. It is furnished with a comfortable seating area surrounding a coffee table that at night can be easily converted to a full size queen bed. On the outside deck are beach chairs, hammocks, and a chimnea available for use. The quack shack has electric power. Amenities include a bathroom located a short walk away at the main building as well as an open air on demand shower located off the bathroom on a deck overlooking the French Broad River. Morning coffee and Tea are complimentary at The Tea Hut located just a hop, skip, and jump from the treehouse. There are two wood fired hot tubs available for an additional charge of $25 per day. The Quack Shack is a glamping experience and in that spirit we do not provide bedding. You’ll want to bring sleeping bags and/or sheets and blankets. We DO, however, supply clean towels and washcloths for all guests. The Quack Shack is centrally located in Transylvania County, North Carolina. Both Pisgah National Forest and DuPont State Forest are within a ten minute drive from our location and downtown Brevard can be reached in a short 7 minute drive.

What to expect

Treehouse

You'll have this Hipcamp all to yourself.

3 guests max

Campfires allowed

Wood burning fireplace. There is a chiminea on location at the treehouse and wood is available for a nominal fee.

Toilet available

Flush toilet

No pets

Potable water available

Bottled water or jugs

Showers available

Hot water

Bins available

Compost bin, recycling bin, trash bin

Cooking equipment present

We do have a wood fired pizza oven on the property and can accommodate pizza parties for an additional fee

Picnic table present

Hot Tub present

We have a single person woodfired hot tub at the location of the bathroom and a new 2 person hot tub located at the treehouse (scheduled to be ready April 1st). The hot tubs are available upon request for a charge of $25 per day.

No wifi

Laundry absent

No playground

Things to know

Getting there

Check in: After 2:00 PM

Check out: Before 12:00 PM

On arrival: Meet with Host

Cancellation policy: Strict

Minimum nights: 1 night

Accepts bookings: 3 months out

Park at listing

No wheelchair access

Max 2 vehicles

2WD accessible

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Reviews

100% Recommend19 ratings · 19 reviews

The Quack Shack offers a tranquil escape on Nick's lovely riverside property, where guests are well-catered to with thoughtful amenities like a coffee and tea bar, propane heaters, and an outdoor shower with hot water. The A-frame structure opens up to serene views, making it a perfect spot for relaxation. Visitors appreciate Nick's attentive yet respectful hosting style, providing both guidance and privacy. Some reviews mention slight road noise during the day, but the natural surroundings and cozy atmosphere make it a peaceful retreat by night.

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Corinne W.

2 reviews

Recommends

· March 2025

We loved staying at the Quack shack, and had lots of fun learning about the pottery studio and natural building that Nick does :) would love to stay again!

Megan M.

2 reviews

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· March 2025

With kids

This structure is so well-designed and the hot tea/coffee available and wood fired hot tub made it extra special! We propped open the siding and my son read a book while I cooked our dinner in the chiminea on the deck - so lovely.

Hayley H.

2 months on Hipcamp

Recommends

· February 2025

We had a great time at the Quack Shack!! Nick was super nice and met us at his pottery studio to show us around and then we had the place to ourselves all night. He was kind enough to leave us with scrap wood to make a fire in the chimnea!!! Everything was clean and the A-frame was super cozy. Absolutely wonderful glamping experience complete with two heaters to keep us warm all night, nearby bathrooms, and a stocked coffee/tea bar. We would absolutely come back and recommend this place to friends!

Kendra L.

9 reviews

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· February 2025

I loved staying on Nicks land, the site was beautiful and relaxing. He had all the amenities we needed and then some. He met us at the tea Hut to give us a tour of everything and updates on work he's doing to improve his sight which will include a sauna and another hot tub, So we will definitely be going back. He was a great host and he let us check out a little bit later to give us more time the following day to enjoy the shack.

Ashley R.

4 years on Hipcamp

Recommends

· October 2024

Great spot w beautiful river view

What a great place for a midweek getaway! It’s just a couple of weeks after Helene, so I texted Nick to make sure he was still up for visitors. His pottery shop got some mud damage but the Quack Shack is elevated so it was unscathed by the storm. Brevard is open & ready for visitors. Pisgah & DuPont were closed for hiking, but Nick pointed me to some great trails nearby. It got to low 30s my 2nd night, but I was cozy in the treehouse as Nick has installed a small propane heater that kept the hut warm. During the day, just lift the awning & you’re in the woods/over the river! There is a bit of road noise during the day/early evening-even though you feel like you’re in the middle of the woods, you’re actually less than 100 yards from the hwy. It dies down after commute hrs & the birds & critters start up their evening music. Nick was a great host, ensuring I was well taken care of, but giving plenty of space to enjoy some respite. Highly recommend & hope to come back soon!

Trevor S.

6 months on Hipcamp

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· October 2024

The Quack Shack

Nick was an outstanding host from the moment we booked, until the moment it was time to check out. Very peaceful spot on the river, and just a short walk up the trail and you've got a coffee and tea bar that Nick must be very proud of. Would recommend to anyone that's looking for a place to just relax for a night or two!

Location

Brevard, Transylvania, North Carolina, United StatesTraditional, ancestral territory of ᏣᎳᎫᏪᏘᏱ Tsalaguwetiyi (Cherokee, East), S’atsoyaha (Yuchi), and Miccosukee First Nations according to

Native Land Digital.

To respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking