Charming 200 Year Old Cabin on a 3 Acre Garden

Experience the charm of a historic 200-year-old cabin nestled in a lush garden, perfect for a peaceful getaway in Lillington, North Carolina.

By The HyggeHous TeamMarch 8, 20252 min read9 photos
Charming 200 Year Old Cabin on a 3 Acre Garden

Unique Cabin Getaway

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You'll be sure to love this Lillington, North Carolina, United States 1-bedroom cabin that sleeps up to 4 guests. Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway. This 18th-century log cabin rental is a countryside dream. The log cabin comes with access to the whole of the gardens. This is an authentic 200-plus-year-old log cabin with a few updates. The cabin is a bit rough around the edges but full of charm. Pristine and luxury are not in the cabin's bones. The smell of decades of use of the fireplace and hand-hewn timbers make this old log cabin a unique place to relax. The log cabin is secluded and peaceful. Setting back in the garden, you will have a great quiet and private stay to relax and spend time with your loved ones. You will park along the gravel driveway. The log cabin is another 100 feet into the vacation property. You will have full access to Tramy Gardens. The log cabin is located behind Wanderer's Rest and is private property. You are welcome to explore the pathways behind Wanderer's Rest, but that structure is off-limits and not owned by Tramy Gardens.

Wooded Garden Features

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This is a wooded garden setting with water features. Mosquitos and poison ivy and the potential for other critters such as deer, rabbits, snakes, and more are all possible. Wild fruit, berries, and mushrooms grow on the vacation property as well and the owners strongly discourage eating anything you are not 100 percent sure about. Some plants and berries on the property are hazardous. The log cabin is a restoration and renovation project still in the works. At over 200 years old, the owners ask that you treat Wanderer's Rest gently.

Convenient Location

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The cabin is located in Lillington, North Carolina, United States. The Wanderer's Rest Cabin is located in Tramy Gardens, a private and secluded botanical garden in the heart of Lillington. The vacation property features a fountain, waterfall pond, and gazebo, and is set among great oaks, long-leaf pine, and a huge array of flowering trees and flower beds. The sounds and scent of country living surround this log cabin and yet you are just a short walk to Main Street. The log cabin is set several hundred feet back from E. Front Street. However, from Front Street, you are a few minutes walk from CVS pharmacy, diners and cafes, and antique shops. You are a 5-minute drive from two Food Lions, area churches, fast food, and another dining. It is about 12 min drive to Raven rock state park.

Exploring Raven Rock State Park

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Raven Rock State Park. During your vacation stay you might plan to see the beauty and experience the fun of Raven Rock State Park. With many different hiking, walking, and bike trails there is plenty to see and do. If you are going for the first time or going with your family, you'll want to start with the Raven Rock Loop Trail, this will take you by the Overlook on the Cape Fear River and also down to the park's namesake, Raven Rock.

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