Big Leaf: a cleverly designed off-grid cabin for climbers and hikers alike

Big Leaf Cabin is a wonderfully sunny place to use as your basecamp for all kinds of adventures in the gorge!  The screened in porch, fantastic firepit, wonderfully forested view and quiet end-of-the-road location all invite both relaxation and rejuvenation.  There are board games, a fully stocked kitchen, WIFI, 50" Roku TV, outdoor shower and swinging hammock chairs all for your use...and Big Leaf is 1 mile from The Gorge Underground and Miguel's Pizza!

Our Big Leaf offers a great combination of modern amenities without forgetting the classic experience of a mountainside cabin tucked away in the forest.

Big Leaf is SEMI-OFF GRID, meaning it has full electricity, internet, heat, and A/C, but it DOES NOT have regular running water.  The kitchen sink is human-powered via a foot pump.  And while there is NOT a regular indoor shower here at the cabin, there is an outdoor shower setup for your use, or we have a toasty-hot indoor guest shower available at our main office ("Red River Gorgeous"), located about fifteen minutes away.  Another great option is showering at Miguel's Pizza--which is a destination in and of itself with super-toppings, rock climbers galore to hangout with and public showers!

-- Amenities --

Big Leaf is a SEMI-OFF GRID backcountry cabin that does not have regular running water, but does have full electric service, rainwater catchment and filtered potable water provided for your use as well.  We hope you’ll enjoy the peace and quiet of slowing down and focusing on what is really important in life during your stay!

Big Leaf's sister structure, Black Pearl, is located just across the small gravel road and these two structures pair well together for a larger group or two smaller groups who desire some personal time and private space during their time here in the gorge.

Kitchen:  Big Leaf’s kitchen has an electric stove and oven, 3/4 size refrigerator, microwave, foot-pump sink, drip coffee pot, toaster, cookware, dishware, soap and kitchen linens .  Next to the fridge you’ll find a 5-gallon water dispenser for your cooking and cleaning needs. We supply two 5-gallon jugs of potable water during your stay...just let us know if you need more!

Living/Dining:  Nestled between the windows and sunshine is a kitchen table for four.  There are additional tables and chairs outside on the screened in porch as well as down by the fire pit.

Bathroom:  Inside of Big Leaf there is a tiny bathroom with a flush toilet.  There is NOT a shower inside, but there is an outdoor shower setup and a small sink for handwashing inside the bathroom.  You are welcome to use the guest shower and bathroom at our headquarters at any time during your stay if you'd like a "regular" indoor bathing experience.  Our office is located at 3546 Nada Tunnel Road, Stanton KY 40380.

Bedroom:  Big Leaf can sleep up to 6, with limited privacy.  There is one twin bed and one queen upstairs in the loft, where there are great views, a 50" Roku TV and can also serve as a quiet reading spot or for playing a board game.  (We have a few sleeping pads available for your use.)  The full sized bed is located downstairs where there is a privacy curtain and also a futon that folds down into a full sized mattress, which can sleep two.

Additional Amenities:  Small charcoal grill, private screened in porch with table and several seating choices, as well as a table just right for the kids!  There is also a fantastic private fire pit in the backyard, featuring white Christmas lights to set the perfect "chill" mood year round.  In the backyard, near the fire pit, there is also a level and cleared area where an additional tent can be set up for a couple of extra guests or an "adventurous kids" campout.  Please note that if the total guest occupancy goes over 6 (including tent-sleepers), we do ask an additional $20 per person, per night and you need to phone us at the office to make these special arrangements.  (606) 663-9824.  But it is a perfect camping spot!

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We are happy to host pets at Big Leaf and ask for an additional $50 (plus tax) non-refundable pet cleaning fee for the first pet.  Any additional pets are $25 (plus tax).

Linens are always provided for this cabin.  We will provide pillows, blankets, bedsheets and bath towels.  We will also provide kitchen towels, toilet paper, hand and dish soap.

Firewood is also available upon request.  For $25 we will deliver firewood to your cabin.  Please be sure to mark on your reservation if you would like firewood delivery.  Please be sure to put out all fires COMPLETELY when you are finished and do not harvest from our woods.