“Elk Creek Cottage” borders Cumberland Gap National Historical Park property--the pathway to the west, trailblazed by Daniel Boone himself! Stay and hike to Hensley Settlement or Shillalah Creek Falls, or relax with a cup of coffee on the porch surrounded by nature. Only a scenic twenty-minute drive to Middlesboro or Pineville, KY separates you from the "city." Come enjoy the peace and quiet that Elk Creek Cottage has to offer. The Elk Creek Cottage offers a secluded retreat nestled in the Appalachian Mountains. A great respite from the hustle and bustle of the city, with ample opportunity for hiking and adventure-tourism nearby. Newly Added: Twinkle Comfort LUXE Hybrid Mattress! There will be a QR code with a link for a great discount once you get a great nights rest in our cabin! Key locked inside coded box, code given upon reservation. Owners live within 3.5 miles of property Shillalah village was originally designed as a horse-resort, with many nearby properties built with their very own horse corals. The neighborhood is surround by trees with wonderful hiking nearby. “Elk Creek Cottage” is nestled in the woods, offering a secluded and intimate feel. The cabin is situated between Pineville and Middlesboro, Kentucky. *Pineville, Ky...11 miles (15 minutes) *Pine Mountain State Resort Park....15 miles (20 minute) *Middlesboro, Ky...11 Miles (15 minutes) *Cumberland Gap, TN...12.5 miles (20 minutes) *Lincoln Memorial University...15.5 miles (25 minutes) *Harlan, Ky (Downtown)...30 miles (35 minutes) *Sugar Run picnic area and hiking trails (Via highway #988 from the cabin)...5.5 miles IMPORTANT: the cabin is located 6-8 miles (in both directions coming from Hwy 25E or Hwy 119) off of a main highway. The last 6-8 miles of your journey to the cabin will be on a BACK COUNTRY, CURVY ROAD. It is easier to locate the cabin in daylight hours but if you can't arrive before it gets dark, we try our best to leave porch and inside lights on to make it easier for your arrival (IF we know in advance)....I recommend using the "Waze" app to locate the property, with the GPS address, it will bring you to the entry where our cabin is located. *Due to the cabin having older plumbing and a septic tank, we ask that no toilet paper, feminine products, etc. be flushed but put in the wastebasket provided. We hate to ask you to do this, but due to several guests flushing too much toilet paper, we had to call the plumber and we do not want you to experience this. Arrival Note: The cabin is located 6-7 miles on a back country, curvy road so we recommend arriving before dark (IF possible)...If you can't check in before dark, we will do our best to leave the porch lights on (IF we know in advance) Indoor Fireplace Note: The fireplace is electric, with heat and a blower (Not gas or wood)