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

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Welcome Friends ! We are accessible & dog friendly ❤️ Let’s take a tour….

The Hideaway faces an ancient buffalo/Indian trail, later used as a wagon road.

Now, it is used as a hiking trail - Kim on Indian Rock. Oh, the history here !

Pavilion centerpiece - fireplace built in 1818 by James & Mary Sams.

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Amenities
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Location
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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Pet friendly

Breakfast included

Outdoor Space

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Check out the area

Flag Pond, TN

Lamar Alexander Rocky Fork State Park8 min drive
Sams Gap12 min drive
Wolf Ridge Ski Resort20 min drive
Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)53 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

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 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 chair 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 and must crate if left alone.Owners will be held responsible for damages. We now have FIBER INTERNET for your work or school needs. We have a DVR player & a nice selection of family movies. We are not able to get a satellite signal for our 31” tv but we have a Fire Stick. We have plenty to do in our area - white water rafting just 20 minutes from us on the Nolichucky River ( USA Raft or Wahoo’s Adventures in Erwin, Tn ) and 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 ! We are a National Wildlife Federation Certified Wildlife Habitat💚. Our tap water is from our 700’ deep well - we hit the aquaphor- pure and clean !
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❤️

Property manager

Valda or Chuck Holyfield

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Breakfast included

Kitchen

Pet friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor Space

Obie welcomes you at the top of the drive to the Holyfield Cabin & Bunkhouse !

Breakfast included

Kitchen

Pet friendly

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Parents are solely responsible for their children

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Dogs only, no cats

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking allowed outdoors- not inside of cabin.

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.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

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

About the neighborhood

Flag Pond

Located in Flag Pond, this vacation home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. David Crockett Birthplace State Park and Niswonger Performing Arts Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Wolf Ridge Ski Resort and Hot Springs Resort And Spa. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Flag Pond, TN

What's nearby

Lamar Alexander Rocky Fork State Park - 8 min drive
Sams Gap - 12 min drive
Wolf Ridge Ski Resort - 20 min drive
Big Bald - 42 min drive
Biltmore Estate - 49 min drive

Restaurants

Wolf Creek Market - 8 min drive
Little Creek Cafe - 8 min drive
Lodge Steak & Rib Restaurant - 21 min drive
Mountain Country Cookies and Breads - 7 min drive
Mountaintop Grill - 24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hideaway from it all ! Holyfield Hideaway, Flag Pond, Tennessee pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Hideaway from it all ! Holyfield Hideaway, Flag Pond, Tennessee ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hideaway from it all ! Holyfield Hideaway, Flag Pond, Tennessee ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hideaway from it all ! Holyfield Hideaway, Flag Pond, Tennessee located?

Located on the waterfront, this family-friendly vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Lamar Alexander Rocky Fork State Park, Pisgah National Forest, and Wolf Ridge Ski Resort. Sams Gap is 10 mi (16.1 km) away.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jack H.

Apr 12, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing time in the mountains

The cabin was great and had amazing views of the creek below. Chuck and Valda were very welcoming and attentive to our needs. They are great people and have many interesting stories about their property's history. As a wheelchair user, I was very impressed with the accessibility inside and outside the cabin. There were some inclines in the mountain terrain around their property, but I was able to get used to it after a few minutes. I actually surprised myself that I was able to get to virtually every part of the property. We brought our dog, and she got to play with Chuck and Valda's dog in the creek - they had a blast. We will definitely be booking again!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brennan W.

Oct 23, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous and a World of Its Own

The stay was absolutely beautiful! It was a perfect blend of nature and society, as we were in gorgeous, vibrant forestry but also had some fellow hikers here and there. The small town (Erwin) nearby was also a nice balance as it wasn’t overcrowded or heavily touristy. The creek outside and down the hill was soothing, and energetic at the same time. The living quarters were warmhearted, well-equipped and very comfortable. We felt like we were at home inside the cabin and out in the pavilion, even being a couple hundred miles away from where we came. Chuck greeted us when we arrived with smiles, great history/ background of the area/the property, and helpful recommendations. We met Valda the following morning on our way to the first destination (Lamar Alexander State Park) with smiles, warmth and a great welcome. If we needed anything, we knew we could ask with ease. Over the three days we were there, we had nothing but amazing views and experiences. We would definitely recommend Valda and Chuck’s hospitality and their beautiful property. The surrounding areas were breathtaking and provided a good range of options for nature-lovers. They have a special spot here to share with those looking for a hideaway to relax in or to excite any of the senses. It is definitely a world of its own!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

patricia p., Jupiter FL

Oct 17, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely wonderful!

This place is a gem. Overlooking the stream gave us a non-stop feeling of nature. Chuck and Valda are such warm hosts and did everything and more to make us feel welcoe. I know the homemade cookies and ice cream have been mentioned before but they were great. Sitting on the deck the first night with a cup of tea and a cookie by the stream was perfect. Valda and Chuck also pointed us in the direction of so many places to visit while we were there. Lovely cabin with everything we needed. Top stars to the Holyfields and their property.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gabe P.

Aug 22, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden Jewel

I don’t even know where to begin! The Hideaway is one of the best and most unique places I have stayed in my LIFE! The sound of Sams creeks rustling through the property is absolutely breathtaking! Chuck and Valda are just the best! From the homemade cookies and ice cream to all of the wonderful stories about the property, it just doesn't get much better! 5 Stars does not do this wonderful place justice! Thank y'all again so much! We will be back!!!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Victoria S.

Aug 17, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We didn’t want to leave

My husband and I celebrated our 31 anniversary.08-14 8-16.All the best reviews of our Host Chuck and Valda are so true.It was great to be able to take our two big dogs with us.Chuck and Valda shared their front yard with us,beautiful view of the water. My favorite was listening to the water and all the moss.Two night isn’t enough,booking more next time. We didn’t want to leave. Thanks again Chuck and Valda

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Valda or Chuck Holyfield

One of the best decisions we ever made was inviting guests to experience our little paradise in East Tennessee. We have met the nicest people from all over the world ! Come and add your city, state or country to our trail tree - we would love to show you a little Southern hospitality !

What makes this property unique

There are no steps from your car to the beautiful 800' deck overlooking Sams Creek and no steps in the Hideaway. There is a small threshold step into the standing shower.