Notes from the host
1890's Lake Cabin with Modern Conveniences
Come enjoy the beauty of the Blue Ridge with your stay at The Treehouse Cabin in Saluda. EXTENDED STAYS PREFFERRED AND DISCOUNTED. This 1890s cabin sits at 2,100 feet above the private lake community of Lake Hosea. The fully screened wrap around porch is a great way to relax after your day of adventure, shopping, or just hanging out at the lake. The quaint town of Saluda is less than 3 miles down the mountain with numerous restaurants and shops. Although you will feel like you are away from everything, the cabin is equipped with WiFi and a Roku TV to keep you and your family dialed in and entertained. Please note: the internet is DSL. I have never had a problem with internet use as well as streaming channels. I am a chord cutter, I do not have cable. The Treehouse was built in the 1890s and has a rich history. Updated with modern conveniences the home includes a loft master bedroom with sitting area and work space and an alcove with a twin bed. Note that although the cabin features traditional A-frame ceiling, the loft ceiling is extremely tall and you will not have to crouch down like so many other cabins in this area. The cozy living room has a comfy large couch and two plush chairs. The Treehouse has a full bath upstairs including an antique claw foot tub with wrap around custom shower ring creating a large space to enjoy a refreshing shower.
The loft and the second bedroom, a sun porch with a sun splashed style with separate entrance, have new queen sized gel mattresses. The cabin sleeps 5 comfortably. There is a small half bath/water closet is steps away. The kitchen is fully stocked with dishes, pots and pans, spice rack, flatware, a block knife set, coffee maker, microwave, and quality cookware. Full coffee and tea set is provided. The cabin has a charcoal grill on the back outdoor deck. Lake Hosea is a private community for residents only and you certainly feel that in the secluded woods as you enter the neighborhood. The lake is a wonder for swimming, fishing and non motorized craft (many floats provided). Be sure to watch out for the numerous ducks that live here – we all love them and care for them as part of our family! Please be sure to keep things inside and up and away. These are, after all, the mountains and the wild things live here, too!
PLEASE NOTE! Cell reception is not great in Saluda. Best bets are T Mobile, ATT, and Metro PCS.
Verizon is the most unreliable. Yet if you have trouble making calls at the cabin jump to WiFi calling, it is pretty reliable for all providers. Messaging always works.
GETTING AROUND Food and Drink
Visit the "Mayberry RFD" of Western North Carolina. Saluda is a gem with may shops, yoga studios, great restaurants and so much more. If you need a little quiet time visit the Saluda public library. A smaller library with a big heart! Smack dab in the middle of town is Thompsons store and grille. The store has local produce and the meat and cheese are of the highest quality. Produce and wine also available. The quintessential small town grocery. Get some local honey!
24 East Main street
8287492321
Purple Onion is the first and best casual yet upscale dining in Saluda. Wonderful food, live music.
16 East Main street
8287491179
Wildflour Bakery is the shining star of bakeries in Western North Carolina
All fresh local ingredients, healthy breakfast and lunch. If you get there early enough snag a sticky bun!
163 East Main street
82874933556
Wards Grille, adjacent to Thompsons store, is your classic diner. Serving southern breakfast and huge burgers and tasty classic sandwiches makes it great family fare.
24 East Main street
8287490204
Green River BBQ is right on the edge of town. Green River serves all kinds of BBQ as well as an array of vegetables and sandwiches. Try the fried green tomatoes. Outdoor seating available.
131 US 176
8287499892
Paces General store is the oldest hardware and general store in Western North Carolina. Truly a step back in time! If you are lucky Mr. Pace might be there to spin a yarn. Basic hardware, local honeys and jams are staples.
60 East Main street
82874924
A new addition to the lunch and breakfast scene is Wakey Monkey.
A bright and cherry place with an eclectic delicious menu.
18 Church street
8287699094
Green River Brew depot is the place to enjoy a multiple of craft beers, many local. Great place to watch a game, although it has multiple TVS it is not a typical ports bar.
26 Church street
828769903
Ingles Supermarket Chain supermarket 15 minutes from town
220 North Highland Lake road
8286921335
If you are in a pinch there is a Dollar General right outside of town
987 Ozone drive
8285853555
The Great outdoors
The Gorge zipline
One of the steepest fastest and most beautiful canopy tours in the nation
166 Honeybee drive
8283830418
Green River adventures
All kinds of outdoor tours, mainly water sports
111East Main street
8287492800
Pearsons Falls and Glen
A gentle walk to a beautiful waterfall, great for families
2748 Pearsons Falls road
8287493031
Carl Sandburg Home
The Poet Laureate's estate in Flat Rock NC rich in culture and history
lovely grounds with a trail around lake and the beautifully restored home
81 Carl Sandburg lane
8286934178
GUEST ACCESS
Guests have access to the entire home. There is a small shed where I keep, well, stuff. I ask that you respect this private area. Lake Hosea has several docks for their guests to use. please bring guests pass provided to you.
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Hosted byPaula Illingworth
