Easy winter access, mountain views, hot tub - 180 Raven Rock Drive

HIGHLIGHTS AND KEY AMENITIES

Camp Raven Rock offers amenities unlike any other vacation rental in Waynesville!

⭐️ Easy access; the home sits at 3,400 feet in elevation which lends to cooler summer temperatures, and easier driving in winter. And there are no nail-biting, steep, unpaved mountain roads to access the property.

⭐️ Quick access to Waynesville (10 minutes), Maggie Valley (15 minutes), Lake Junaluska (13 minutes) Blue Ridge Parkway, Mountains to Sea Trail and Pisgah National Forest (13 minutes). 30-minute drive to Cataloochee Ski and 35-minute drive to Asheville.

⭐️ Gorgeous mountain and farmland views with two small brooks on the property. Nearby Plott Creek can be heard everywhere on the property.

⭐️ Private, serene setting with large, open field for picnicking, yoga, outdoor games, stargazing, sledding, etc.

⭐️ Hot tub and Breeo fire pit. A generously sized first bundle of wood is complimentary with more on site to purchase.

⭐️ Modern and well-equipped, kitchen with high-quality cookware and tools, including a coffee bar with Nespresso machine, Moccamaster Coffee Maker, Bodum French Press, Chemex Coffee Maker, Oxo Burr Grinder, and Bonavita electric tea kettle.

⭐️ To create a luxurious "camp" experience, we provide locally sourced amenities such as Smoky Mountain Roasters coffee, Asheville Tea Company tea, French Broad Chocolate Company hot chocolate, Nespresso pods, and Hazelwood Soap Company toiletries. We also provide a supply of toiletries and paper products and a starter bundle of firewood (with more available for purchase on site).

⭐️ Extensive selection of outdoor games and toys for use in the property’s field, including corn hole, bocce ball, Spikeball, and sleds. Yoga mats and a telescope are also available for guests.

⭐️ Luxe HELIX Midnight mattress on a Reverie adjustable king bed frame

⭐️ Pottery Barn massage recliner (with optional heat!)

⭐️ Kid and toddler friendly with a high chair, pack and play, bathtub, kids dinnerware, and a library of age-appropriate books for bedtime reading and snuggles.

⭐️ Roku TV with Bose Sound Bar

⭐️ Vinyl turntable, Bose CD Player, and Bose Bluetooth Speaker with a vinyl and CD library, including a collection of regional music selections

⭐️ Large selection of board games and puzzles, suitable for all ages, including unique games such as National Parks edition of Monopoly, Scrabble, and Yahtzee

⭐️ Library of literature and regional guides focusing on Western North Carolina history, hiking and culture

⭐️ While we can't always offer early check-in, if the cabin is ready before the 4:00 PM check-in time, we’ll contact you for a complimentary early check-in.

⭐️ Expect a Five Star stay from local, knowledgeable hosts who are happy to help you plan your perfect western North Carolina vacation.

A DAY IN THE LIFE AT CAMP RAVEN ROCK

Greetings, Campers! Welcome to ‘Camp Raven Rock’–a luxe version of year-round summer camp with gorgeous mountain and farmland views and a creekside setting.

This spacious and unique property is a destination in and of itself, and it’s the picture-perfect setting to unplug and unwind. Our cozy cabin sleeps 6 comfortably in 3 bedrooms with 2 full bathrooms.

Wake up with a cup of local Smoky Mountain Roasters coffee, Asheville Tea Company tea, or French Broad Chocolate Company hot chocolate. Head out to a porch rocker where you’ll have a front row view of Plott Balsam Mountain.

You’ll also be treated to the serenade of song birds with Plott Creek providing the background music. It’s the perfect place to relax and map out your day’s activities from our selection of local guides and literature.

If you can tear yourself away from camp, spend part of your day hiking from our curated list of recommended trails off the Blue Ridge Parkway and the Mountains to Sea Trail (12 minutes) or Great Smoky Mountains National Park trails (40 minutes).

Alternatively, spend the day in Camp Raven Rock’s enormous field and park-like setting, playing one of our many yard games, picnicking, practicing yoga, or even sledding if there’s snow!

If you start feeling homesick for ‘city life,’ head into Waynesville (10 minutes), Lake Junaluska (12 minutes), Maggie Valley (15 minutes), or Asheville (35 minutes). Cataloochee Ski is only 30 minutes away, and our cabin has a ski rack and boot dryer waiting for you after an exciting day on the slopes.

Camp Raven Rock’s magic continues as the sun sets. After washing up with local Hazelwood Soap Company products, light up the grill for a camp-inspired cookout, or make a meal in our well-stocked kitchen with a focus on high-quality tools and appliances.

Then gather around our smokeless Breeo Fire Pit (wood provided) for ghost stories, s’mores, and maybe even a camp song or two! Or soak away your aches and pains from the day’s outdoor activities in our soothing hot tub.

When you’re ready for some indoor time, choose from one of our many board games or puzzles while listening to regional music on vinyl or CD. Or connect your own playlist through the cabin’s Bose bluetooth speaker. You can also cozy up next to the fireplace, perhaps in the home's Pottery Barn massage recliner with a book from the camp library, which focuses on regional literature and history.

If you’re craving some screen time, our Roku entertainment system will connect you to the outside world through your streaming accounts. High speed Wifi connectivity is also available if you’d like to send someone an email and let them know how much fun you’re having at camp.

Camp Raven Rock guests also have special permission to stay up past their bedtime, so be sure to head back outside to stargaze in our field before turning in (telescope and star guides provided!).

When you can’t hold your eyes open for another minute, snuggle into our comfortable beds for a good night’s rest and sweet dreams. The king bed in the primary bedroom has an adjustable frame, so feel free to elevate the mattress for some reading before bed. Or if you’re craving even more mountain fresh air and a glamping-style experience, we highly recommend sleeping on the front porch’s cozy bed swing.

Camp Raven Rock is a destination where unforgettable memories are created and traditions take root. Our goal for your stay is that you leave feeling restored, refreshed and well cared for, after spending time in a location that feeds your heart and soul. We hope you’ll return year after year to unplug and unwind!

THE SPACE

☆☆ BEDROOMS ☆☆
The primary bedroom boasts a king sized bed with a Reverie adjustable bed frame and a bathroom with a double vanity.

A second bedroom holds a comfortable queen sized bed.

The third bedroom holds two twin XL beds.

The second and third bedrooms share a full-sized bathroom.

☆☆ BATHROOMS ☆☆
The cabin has 2 full bathrooms, each stocked with Hazelwood Soap Company soap, shampoo, and conditioner as well as other essentials you need for the duration of your stay. We also supply bathrobes and hot tub towels for our guests.

☆☆ KITCHEN & LOUNGE ☆☆
The high quality chef’s kitchen is fully equipped with loads of Cook’s Illustrated recommendations, including everything from high quality knives, utensils, and cookware.

The dining area comfortably seats 6 and there is an island with additional seating. A high chair and child’s dining stool are also available for your use.

The living room is equipped with a 50-inch Roku TV, allowing full access to your favorite streaming services.

☆☆ OUTSIDE SPACE ☆☆
The exterior area of this home boasts enormous mountain and farmland views and extensive outdoor space, including a hot tub, Breeo fire pit and enormous open field for your use.

GUEST ACCESS
The scenic drive to our property is completely paved and the roads are easy to navigate. Our home sits at 3,400 feet in elevation which lends to cooler summer temperatures. There are NO nail-biting, steep, or unpaved mountain roads to access the property.

A code to the home's keypad locsk will be given to guests prior to their stay.

The only time our guests might need AWD or 4WD is in winter if it snows. We do not offer refunds for last-minute cancellations or if it snows. For this reason, we highly recommend purchasing trip insurance.

Our parking area on the left side of the cabin can fit 3 cars; however, it’s easier to park 2 cars there and a third car on our paved drive to the right of the cabin.

Our modern cabin is fully functional with water, electricity, and Wi-Fi. However, please be aware that local cell phone coverage can be unreliable. We recommend downloading directions and any necessary information before your trip.