Perritt's Path II Mountain Cabin Retreat, recreated luxuriously rustic Rest, relaxation, de-stress, unique, stimulation & invigorating rejuvenation of the body, soul, mind & spirit, creatively inspiring. Tucked away amidst mountain wooded acreage, a wildlife Nature sanctuary, secluded, private, serene. "Come away to a quiet place and I will give you rest." Reserve the entire place exclusively, or suites of varying space configurations. See all on my profile, and two in Nashville. 012124 The space Same day reservation sometimes possible: Morning notice & evening check-in may be needed, please inquire Also inquire if your dates are blocked since I do have some flexibility. ----------------------------------------------------- This listing is for the entire cabin exclusively with no other guests. One night reservations: Host possibly in the detached Tiny Tree Hut vs 3+hrs of Nashville commuting for next-day prep for other reservations. For more guests: This listing does not include the detached rustic Tiny Tree Hut (Camp Perritt) out back at the woods a short walk from the main cabin, a queen sleeping space for one or two guests, but can be added for$50nght. See its listing for photos and info: airbnb.com/h/mtntreehutandcabinspabathroom (Spa Bath room is already included in the entire cabin listing). PERRITT'S PATH Entire Mountain Cabin Retreat Entire cabin, no other guests Host possibly in detached Tiny Tree Hut during one-night reservations. ----------------------------------------------------- "The pictures do not do this place justice" is what I hear over and over again from my guests as they arrive..."it's way better than the pictures", maybe from you, too! Since changes happen frequently, I prefer to take my own photos. ----------------------------------------------------- If you are wanting to cook, want the entire cabin exclusively for exclusively private or for more sleeping spaces and rooms, fireplaces, kitchen, this is one of the best Perritt's Path listings and with no other guests, host possibly in detached Tiny Tree Hut or other elsewhere on the property, but main cabin exclusively and privately. ----------------------------------------------------- Pet-friendly: Onsite cat lives on the property, outside & inside (not with guests) for best pest control, and guests' pets (almost always dogs, rarely guest cats), consider any allergies. All thoroughly cleaned after/before each reservation. ----------------------------------------------------- Perritt's Path is designed to induce and enhance quiet, rest & relaxation alone or with others & pets, a magical retreat setting, time alone or working remotely, or spending quality, memorable time with your others. It is not to be compared with hotel accommodations or reserved for "hotel" accommodations, but for a unique rustic experience amidst a rural, wooded natural setting, not a minimalist environment, but warm & cozy, comforting, peaceful, pampering, cocoonish and integrated with Nature. Perritt's Path is not a party location and only the number of reserved guests and vehicles can be onsite. Excessive noise and extra numbers will be addressed by local authorities. The cabin neighbor across that helps at Perritt's Path works with local law enforcement, fire and forestry depts, and keeps an eye on our area, as well as the neighboring cabin owner that also helps out some at Perritt's Path. The area surrounding the property is surveillanced. All spaces in the photos of your listing are exclusive and included in your reservation as private spaces, no common or shared spaces, no other reservations or other guests during your stay except possibly the detached Camp Hut out back with no main cabin access. ----------------------------------------------------- There are several sections inside and out for your reservation: Downstairs 1) Woodlands From the front entry Gallery Hall or from the back porch entry by short path from front parking, king bedroom w kitchenette corner, double glass doors to the big back porch and grounds out back, en suite Spa Bath room "Into the Woods" w 2-person jet tub, accessible also from the Gallery Hall that connects to all for the downstairs bathroom. 2) Log Cabin Across the hall from the Woodlands bedroom downstairs and at the bottom of the Treetops stairwell, fully developed kitchen/dining w gas fireplace, adjoined to the front Porch Gathering room (interior all-seasons) and big back porch (outdoor room). 3) Front Porch Room The former front porch, now an all seasons indoor room with all locally-milled, rough-sawn pine wood walls, ceiling and beams adjoining the log cabin and sharing the front log wall of the former outside of the cabin, 9-12' ceilings with beams, floor-to-ceiling wraparound wood windows that open down for a screened porch room when weather allows with built-in boxes of stocked firewoods for the large, stone wood-burning fireplace, other larger stocked firewood inside and outside Wood Hut, easy firestarters and supplies, chocolate brown suede-like sectional sofa made internally like beds, two substantial and super comfy black leather club chairs and ottoman, two distressed black-finish wood rocking chairs, an old velvet antique wing back chair, fuzzy & furry throws, throws, pillows, pillows, lots of ambient lighting, large scattered rugs and small shaggy rugs atop the original old porch floors sanded down and insulated beneath, 2 large electric lantern/candle heaters, stocked firewood and in the large, open Wood Hut open pavilion out front with wheelbarrow. Upstairs 4) Treetops Queen bedroom, sm en suite bathroom, cozy den w double sleeper sofa, 32" tv/cable/DVD player built in, sm kitchenette/dinette areas, rustic all wood A-frame Sleeping Loft rafters and beams overlooking the other up high w 2 single beds, rooftop deck access from den. Outside 5) Back porch from Woodlands bedroom and Log Cabin kitchen/dining 6) Rooftop deck from upstairs Treetops den 7) Detached Hut at the woods, a tiny walk from the back porch (you may add this for $50nght, or host or guests may occupy during 1night reservations vs 200 miles Nashville commute for next-day reservation prep. ----------------------------------------------------- More info & details: LOG CABIN section: Front entry Gallery Hall & stairwell, kitchen/dining, front all-seasons Porch Room This is the original little Log Cabin part of the cabin that began it all, expanded and renovated extensively since to create the cozy & tailored cabin in the woods that it is now with original, rustic log and chinking construction inside and out, rustic rough-sawn hardwood floor boards, all-wood A-frame construction with rafters and beams, a darker, cocoon environment with much special, dimmable lighting and ambience, a gas fireplace, an especially warm and cozy space in the fall and winter, open to the log and cherry wood kitchen, adjoining the large back porch with kitchenette areas, firepit area and grounds, as well as the large front Porch Room added to the adjoined log dining room. Log Cabin Kitchen: The log kitchen is open to the log dining room, has a dropped, pine ceiling and rustic beams, and includes black appliances (smooth top range, dishwasher, 18cf fridge/freezer), a large and deep, hammered copper sink with natural antique-patina and aged bronze faucet fixtures, cherry cabinetry and antiqued black armoires and wardrobes as pantries with rustic shelving and additional cabinetry, as well as a collection of antique and unique brown drip pottery dishes and serving pieces for daily use mixed with others, and a large displayed area of spices. Log Cabin Dining: The log A-frame dining room with rustic wood rafters and beams overhead is open to the adjoining log kitchen and has the gas fireplace at the wood dining table for fireside meals and heat on a thermostat, a large cherry and leather desk and black pantry armoire for more kitchen/dining items, large ceiling fan, wine glasses area, and everything imaginable for special, memorable and unique sit-down meals. ----------------------------------------------------- WOODLANDS downstairs section: 1BR 1 BA (en suite and hall access), kitchenette Added onto the Log Cabin before I purchased in 2004, extensively renovated and recreated since to create a flow and cohesion between the two, Woodlands is a downstairs king suite accessed by front entry Gallery Hall or back porch entry with a king bedroom and spa bath room. Woodlands King bedroom: Large, wood architectural bed headboard, layers of thickkly tufted bed toppers, creamy, velvety sheets and pillowcases, Sherpa blanket, stylish earthy comforter and another thickly stuffed and folded at the foot of the bed, cozy, comforting, restful and calming, pampering, with views of surrounding woods and Nature out two large windows (pull-curtains) and screened double-doors (mini-blinds built in) to the large covered porch (outdoor room) on the back. A large, wall unit with layered finishes and black glaze frames lighted art of the woods, a 32" television with standard cable and a built-in DVD player on the back of the tv, has some empty cabinets and shelves inside for hanging, kitchenette needs, and for some of your other things, summer window a/c for a self-controlled environment, a large ceiling fan & light with other dimmable lighting also, and several other old-fashioned metal fans in warm months to allow the luxury of opening windows and doors up to the outdoors and Nature, large electric fireplace heater with thermostat and another for the cold months, a woodsy, primitive desk/table re-created by Craftsman Mike and chairs, a comfortable wing-back chair and woven foot rest, large chest with hand-distressed finish layers, light Berber carpet for cushiony, warmth , comfort, and round absorption. The walls are earthy stone textures in a dark woodsy color with Craftsman wood trims in hand-distressed white finishes, double glass doors to the back porch and grounds, can also be an entry from the back. Woodlands Kitchenette: In the Woodlands king bedroom includes a 7.1cf stainless & black fridge/freezer, wood cart & wall unit cabinet with microwave, coffeemaker (K-cups & ground), toaster, dishes, glasses, flatware & serrated steak knives, scissors, can/bottle opener, cups & cutlery, clean washcloth rags & dish cloths, kitchen towels, dish liquid and scrubee sponge (water source and sink in en suite bathroom), salt & pepper, K-cups, teas, sugar & Stevia, honey, creamer from back porch station with a basket for gathering for your suite, Perritt's Path filtered spring well water in your fridge, homemade ice from the same, wine glasses. Woodlands Spa Bathroom: Adjoined to the downstairs Woodlands king bedroom and also accessible from the central Gallery Hall is the very unique, en suite Spa Bath room "Into the Woods" with large soaking/whirlpool spa tub with jets, nice hand held tub sprayer with various spray settings and wall attachment for standing, framed-in area for one or two looking out to the woods, enabling bath products, hair & body cleansing products, clean, fresh, filtered natural spring water every time at your own easy temp, and able to be drained and cleaned each time. Walls and ceiling are boarded with layers of hand-distressed finishes, earthy textures on other walls, tiled floors and bath rugs, special dimmable lighting, a large ceiling fan and another neat old-fashioned metal fan in warm months, cozy electric fireplace heater for use with or without heat, mountain art and many unique and woodsy Craftsman features. Plush towels, supplies, bath, shower & other pampering products are amply provided for a mountain-spa experience. Woodlands Back Porch (see front Porch Room for cold months): The covered back porch has Craftsman Adirondack chairs with cushions, pillows and throws, another corner bench, outdoor large dining area, large table table and chairs, a wood bar/counter with stools, and another counter/table for prep or dining and electric grill, red retro 7.1cf fridge/freezer with priced beverages and food items and other, all at the rock fire pit there at the edge of the woods with cut wood there outside, or in the front Wood Hut for dry, wheelbarrow, and supplies for building and lighting easy-start fires, for ambient candlelight. Warm months: microwave, griddle, coffee station with coffeemakers (K-cups or ground ), K-cups, creamers, sugar, Stevia, honey, teas, blender. You may also find some coolers there for use, one often filled with jugs of Perritt's Path well filtered spring water. ----------------------------------------------------- Nature Sanctuary walk: Follow the path carved out through the middle of the woods behind the cabin past the rock fire pit for a surprise! Trees fall, but are worked on continuously for firewood and expanded use. It's magical down there for a picnic, or just pure immersion into Nature and relaxation, read a book, I believe Wi-Fi extends that far for your devices (please ask), spend time with others and the pets, take a blanket or provided sleeping bags to spread out country style and retreat from the world. Available by advance order: Unique mtn gourmet picnic basket brunches or lunches available by advance order: Individuals: $15 Couples: $25 Wine: $20 Bottle of local Request menu ----------------------------------------------------- TREETOPS upstairs section: Dwnstrs front entry Gallery Hall and wood stairwell to upstairs suite spaces, den with double sleeper sofa-loveseat and kitchenette/dinette areas, queen BR, sm en suite bathroom w tub/shower combo, sm rustic, A-frame sleeping loft up in the rafters with two single beds overlooking the downstairs log cabin, ceiling and other fans. Front entry Gallery Hall & stairwell: Treetops upstairs spaces are accessible from the ground floor front entry Gallery Hall & Stairwell, all rustic, rough-cut pine locally for Perritt's Path and 30+ yr old logs, black and white canvas photos of the woods with dimmable lighting, rough pine flooring and boards, a tree "growing up through the cabin", stairwell with braided stair treads. Front loader washer/dryer: Located in a closet in the front entry Gallery Hall, stacked LG charcoal color, supplies closet in same hall. Treetops upstairs cozy apt, 1-2 BR, 1 BA, double sleeper loveseat/sofa, walk-thru den/kitchenette/dinette, also with a rooftop deck overlooking all out back, still with the cabin in the woods flavor and very unique at the top of the trees all around, including the sprawling giant tree growing through and far above the rooftop deck, the star! I've kept it simple up there to keep the focus on the huge, unique, divided tree growing up from the ground through the downstairs back porch and up far beyond the rooftop deck. Treetops Queen bedroom: Treetops includes a queen bedroom with opening window with bed view of the front wooded area (window a/c in hot months), overlooking the trees for awaking to a sunrise, fresh air and breezes, mountain aroma with window opened, or sleeping amidst the stars (also can completely darken the room for sleep). Treetops en suite bathroom: The small en suite bathroom has a standard tub/shower combo with tailored wool herringbone curtain, marbled sink and white vanity, toilet, a tall cherry & glass cabinet for your things, cabin-red and off-white striped ticking wallpaper and custom Craftsman raw spruce trims, earthy ceiling textures, pewter-finish dimmable lighting, grey tiled floors with cotton rugs, and a little opening window with a view of the treetops. An ample supply of fresh towels in earthy colors and wash cloths is provided there and in the bedroom dresser drawers closeby, as well as shower soap, shampoo, conditioner. Treetops Sleeping Loft: A small rustic all-wood A-frame Sleeping Loft is close by through the kitchenette area with rough-sawn hardwood floor boards with fuzzy rugs, a small ceiling fan, chests with drawers for your things, currently with two single beds, cozy and overlooking the log cabin dining room below, sleeping up in the rafters and beams under the highest point of the cabin under the red metal roof, rustic wood, or just unique, special, memorable. This space is best for smaller folks and those that enjoy toasty warm sleeping. It also has wood doors and can be closed off. Treetops Rooftop deck: Also accessible for Treetops guests is a private rooftop deck and view built around an enormous divided tree that overlooks the woods of the back of the property. This space is accessible upstairs only through the glass door in the den at the top of the stairwell, and a Craftsman-built wood screen door for integration with the outside sky and treetops at the rooftop deck, fresh air and breezes and the mountain sights and sounds. The deck includes a round black iron patio table for 4, a built-in Craftsman bench, and a large metal container for your trash. Treetops Den: The walk-through adjoining room is a cozy den also with four opening screened windows and a glass door with a wood screened door, a double sleeper-sofa/loveseat that can sleep one (two snuggly), comfortable chairs, 32" television with cable & built-in dvd player, walk-in closet with floor to ceiling shelving for your things, small dinette and kitchenette areas. Treetops Kitchenette: Mini-fridge, microwave, toaster, coffee maker (K-cup/ground), K-cups, creamers, teas, sugar, Stevia, honey, can, bottle & wine bottle openers, dishes, glasses, flatware, cutting board, salt & pepper, pot holders, kitchen towels, sponges (water source at bathroom sink currently), dish liquid and other cleaning supplies, trash bags, easy spray-can fire extinguisher, and a few other kitchen supplies somewhat beyond hotel provisions. ----------------------------------------------------- Air conditioning: For the hot months, window a/c units are in the Log Cabin dining room and bedroom downstairs, the upstairs queen bedroom, digital with dehumidification modes, remote controls, usually taken out and stored after September. Screened windows & fans: There are also screened windows for enjoying and adjoining with the outdoors for fresh air and aromatic breezes, cool climate, lively nature choruses of sounds, as well as neat table and ceiling fans throughout. Heat: -Log Cabin Gas fireplace in the dining/kitchen space is the main heat source. -Front Porch Room Electric lantern and other heaters, and open dining door and windows between the two rooms for gas fireplace heat also, also wood burning fireplace. -Woodlands & Treetops Electric: heaters, fireplace heaters, wood stove heater. Water: Perritt's Path water is from a natural spring onsite. It is pumped up into the well cabin on the front of the property from 150' under ground, ready for your turned-on lines after the well house filtration system purifies the water, backwashing automatically at the well hourly. It is the most delicious, natural, fresh, filtered, spring water. I fill gallon jugs and take it back to Nashville with me every week so to also have it there. You'll also find it in your fridges and/or back porch cooler. You may take a jug with you, if you'd like, great for hiking and the concerts, picnics, drives, no need to return. I also make Perritt's Path homemade ice with it for you, as well. Water heating: The water is heated by a tankless electric water heater located in the Gallery Hall downstairs cabinet close to the entry/exit door. If the electricity goes off, turn back on by setting digital dial back to 140° Enjoy all, even out here in the rural mountain country with in-town luxuries! 011725 ---------------------------------------------- Guest access All except front sheds and detached Tiny Tree Hut out back (add for 50nght for use and exclusivity), possibly occupied by host during one-night reservations vs 200mile Nashville commute for next-day preparation if another reservation. 012024 Other things to note Mtn Cabin Retreat is the main listing for the entire place exclusively, detached Tiny Tree Hut (Camp Perritt) rustic (posh campy) queen sleeping room can be added. For one-night reservations, host sometimes stays in the Tree Hut for next day guest prep vs 200 miles of Nashville commuting. Guest privacy is a priority. 062124 -----------------------------------------------------