Couple's Cabin | Cliffs | Fire Pit |5 min to Gorge

☆Book Your Summer Retreat Now!☆

Come explore The Taoist by The Hideaways—the perfect Red River Gorge getaway for couples and friends alike!

Thoughtfully designed for off-grid comfort with modern amenities, The Taoist invites you to slow down and embrace stillness in a truly unforgettable setting.

You won't want to leave this cozy cabin tucked under the cliff but you're only minutes away from the adventure of the Gorge.

5 min to Gorge Underground
9 min to Miguel's Pizza
18 min to Nada Tunnel

Key Features:
☀ Sleeps 4, 2 bedrooms, 2 Queens
☀ Photogenic A-frame window front—perfect for sunrise views
☀ Private fire pit with natural boulder seating
☀ Spacious sun deck for morning coffee or evening stargazing
☀ Built under a 50' towering limestone cliff in a secluded forest setting
☀ Within minutes of hiking & climbing trails
☀ Pet-Friendly!

☆ IMPORTANT INFO ☆

☀ 4x4 or AWD vehicle required for access—this is part of what makes The Taoist so special and secluded!
☀ Located in a wooded, cliffside environment—please supervise children and use caution on trails and slopes

☆ INSIDE THE CABIN ☆

☀ Cozy living area with “the snuggliest seat in the gorge”—a double papasan chair you’ll never want to leave
☀ Thoughtfully curated local art, live indoor plants, and warm wood finishes
☀ Smart TV, board games, and fast WiFi (if you must)

☆ KITCHEN + DINING ☆

☀ Compact but fully equipped kitchenette with:
☀ Full-size fridge & sink
☀ Microwave + 2-burner induction cooktop
☀ Complimentary drip coffee station
☀ Cooking basics: olive oil, salt, pepper, dishware, cookware
☀ Bar-style dining nook comfortably seats 3
☀ Please note: no oven

☆ BEDROOMS ☆

☀ Master bedroom (main level): Queen bed with Serta Stay Cool pillows
☀ Loft bedroom (ladder access): Queen bed under a cozy canopy with extra pillows
☀ Loft accessed via ladder — pack light! We provide a large hiking backpack to help carry up essentials
☀ Enjoy the view from your east-facing window wall—wake with the sun, drift off under the stars
☀ Custom pillow menu with alternate Serta options so you sleep just right

☆ OUTDOOR LIVING ☆

☀ Step outside to a private sun deck nestled into the hillside
☀ Unwind by the fire pit under a canopy of trees and stars
☀ Natural boulders provide unique seating and organic vibes

☆ EXPLORE MORE ☆

☀ The Taoist is part of a tiny cabin community featuring two other unique stays:
☀ The Naturalist
☀ The Stoic
☀ Rent one, two, or all three for a group retreat—check out our profile for bundle options and availability.

Come for the views, stay for the stillness. Whether you're curled up in the papasan chair with a cup of coffee or gathered around the fire pit beneath the cliffs, The Taoist invites you to unplug, unwind, and embrace simplicity.

☆ Book your off-grid experience today. ☆
Please see the rental agreement for all rules.