Above the Clouds

"Above the Clouds" is nestled among 7 private acres at the very top of Gateway Mountain in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Western North Carolina. This authentic, three-level log cabin is approximately 2,000 square feet, with stunning panoramic views from every room and the enchanting smell of pine throughout. Watching the lights come alive in the valley below and marveling at the colors of the mountains slowly changing as the sun sets will only further the feeling that there’s no place like being "Above the Clouds." Perfect for couples, families, and friend groups of up to 6 guests — this secluded mountain retreat is your front-row seat to the best views in the region. About the Home -Well-equipped kitchen with eat-in dining for 6, dishwasher, and two coffee makers (Keurig and standard drip-style). -Impressive great room with floor-to-ceiling windows, a wood-burning stone fireplace, and a Smart TV—a perfect spot to watch the Blue Ridge Mountains change with every season. -The main floor deck boasts a gas grill, lounge chairs, a picnic table, and a screened-in porch with a gas fire table. -The yard offers a fire pit area with seating for 6 overlooking panoramic mountain views, and a newly added fenced dog run, making this one of the most dog-friendly mountain cabin rentals near Asheville. Where to Unwind -The main floor offers a primary bedroom with a king-size bed and an en suite bathroom (shower and bathtub combination). A powder room is also located on the main floor. -The upper level offers two bedrooms (one queen-size, one king-size) and a full bathroom (shower and bathtub combination) with hallway access. A loft overlooking the living room provides additional living space with a game table and games. -The lower level offers a game room with a gas fireplace, 55" Smart TV, and custom-built log pool table; plus access to the covered deck with hot tub and sitting area—all with long-range mountain views. -After dark, step outside for some of the best stargazing in the region. Perched above the valley light, the night sky here is a destination of its own. Where to Explore -Nearest Gas, Sunoco | 22 minutes -Hillman Brewing in Old Fort | 23 minutes -Nearest Grocery, Dove’s Morning Fresh Market | 24 minutes -Catawba Falls Trailhead | 28 minutes -Downtown Black Mountain | 33 minutes -Chimney Rock State Park | 35 minutes -The Biltmore Estate | 45 minutes -Downtown Asheville | 48 minutes -Want to enjoy more of a stay-cation without leaving the gates of Gateway Mountain? The community offers hiking trails and the stunning 60-foot Standing Rock Falls right in your own backyard. Getting Here: Plan to arrive during daylight hours for your first visit. The drive to this gorgeous cabin winds through steep mountain roads with some twists and turns, and the final stretch is a gravel road — having a 4WD or AWD vehicle is required. Guests consistently tell us the drive is part of the adventure, and that the views at the top make every twist worth it. Please note: There is a Ring camera facing the driveway. No parking is allowed on roadways or at gate entrances. No RVs, boat trailers, camping trailers, or trailers of any kind are permitted in the Gateway Mountain Community. Licence number: Greybeard Property Management and Sales, Inc. NCREC License Number: C10460