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Rustic Cabin near Hiking and Waterfalls

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Welcome to Trailhead Cabin!
Large Covered Deck with Mountain Views
Trailhead Cabin!
Living Room Features Vaulted Ceilings and a Floor to Ceiling Stone Fireplace
Dining Area is Open to the Living Room

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6152.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor barbecue
  • Balcony

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Main Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Rustic Cabin near Hiking and Waterfalls

Welcome to Trailhead Cabin!

Trailhead Cabin is a comfortable log home between Boone, Blowing Rock, and Banner Elk. It is close to Hound Ears Club, Chetola Resort, Foscoe, Seven Devils, and Valle Crucis. As the name implies, the cabin is near the trailhead leading to Hebron Rock Colony, a popular hiking destination with waterfalls, swimming holes., freshwater fishing, and fly fishing. One of the most popular summer activities around Boone is to take advantage of area hiking trails and swimming holes. There are over 70 freshwater swimming holes around North Carolina, and we are fortunate that many are right here in the High Country. Locals, Appalachian State University Students, and tourists love to find these natural water parks, but locating one can be tricky. If you stay at the Trailhead Cabin, you won't even have to get in the car to access one of the most desired hiking trails in the High Country.

The main floor and loft have the rustic ambiance of an authentic log home. The main floor has a queen bedroom. Upstairs is a large master bedroom with a king bed and a sitting area in the loft. The lower level has two twin beds and a playroom with a game table.

Allows pets with an additional fee.

*The privacy you can enjoy at Trailhead Cabin is accessed via a two (2) mile, state-maintained gravel road. After heavy rains, the driveway can develop ruts, requiring careful, skillful driving if your vehicle has low clearance. We recommend vehicles with higher clearance. During winter weather, snow plowing is as best as can be expected on a steep gravel driveway with ruts. A 4-wheel drive is required to negotiate the driveway during winter weather.

MUST BE AT LEAST 25 YEARS OF AGE TO BOOK
Cancellation Policy:
Bookings canceled at least 60 days before the start of the stay will receive 100% refund.
Bookings canceled at least 30 days before the start of the stay will receive 50% refund.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Boone

Located in Boone, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. Sugar Mountain Resort and Beech Mountain Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Grandfather Mountain. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Blowing Rock Auditorium or Kidd Brewer Stadium. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.
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Boone, NC

What's nearby

  • Watauga River - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Hound Ears Golf Club - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Moses H. Cone Memorial Park - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Appalachian State University - 15 min drive - 13.7 km
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 21 min drive - 16.1 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 97 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Pedalin' Pig - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Town Tavern - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Blowing Rock Brewing - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Hellbender Bed & Beverage - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rustic Cabin near Hiking and Waterfalls pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rustic Cabin near Hiking and Waterfalls?

As of 9 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rustic Cabin near Hiking and Waterfalls on 6 June 2026 start from AU$203, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Rustic Cabin near Hiking and Waterfalls?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rustic Cabin near Hiking and Waterfalls?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rustic Cabin near Hiking and Waterfalls?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rustic Cabin near Hiking and Waterfalls located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is within 2 miles (3 km) of Watauga River, Hound Ears Golf Club and Moses H. Cone Memorial Park. The Greater Foscoe Mining Co. and Broyhill Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

cindy m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing weekend away

This property was clean and roomy. Beautiful views in a quiet location!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tonya B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location between Boone and Blowing Rock. Cabin is very nice. Management was easy to reach when we needed to.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dwight Bruce M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely

Another great weekend stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Trailhead Cabin

This cabin met our needs during our stay in the mountains. Far enough out of the way to be peaceful and quiet, close enough to Boone and Banner Elk
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 July 2024
Thank you so much for sharing . We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the home. Cannot wait for a revisit. Take care
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glen B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family trip

It is a peaceful place to be. Enjoyed the swing on the porch.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 June 2024
Thank you so much for taking the time to share regarding your stay. Your trust and your business are incredibly important to us. Its our sincerest hope that a revisit will happen, sooner rather than later.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location and comfortable cabin

The cabin accommodated 5 people perfectly
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed our stay …

We enjoyed our stay but feel there is room for improvement with the cabin. The master bedroom TV didn’t work (and the instructions downstairs didn’t help because they didn’t match the 1 remote given) … I recommend adding a hot tub on the small back deck. It would of enhanced the stay. Otherwise it was nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great get away cabin!

Our family of four including two children ages 9 and 12 enjoyed the two nights we stayed in this beautiful cabin. We especially loved the location and it's proximity to trails which we hike together as a family. The cabin is in a great location, is picturesque, and was clean and ready upon our arrival. The keyless entry with the code was very convenient as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Matthew F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Getaway!

Great spot close to trails, the parkway, and Blowing Rock. Suggestions to management- you should post pics and let it be known that the fireplace has gas logs and there is a grill on the deck. Also, the pots and pans are pretty worn down. Lastly, there are plenty of games, though most of the pieces are mixed together or missing. Nothing that put a hamper on our stay, just ideas on where to improve. We will likely be back soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bret P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great time in mountains

Great time. Wonderful cabin in Foscoe area near Hound Ears.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Ben B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Trailhead cabin is fun

The trailhead cabin is just that, up a mountain near a fantastic trail. The location is close to Boone, grandfather, linville, blowing rock and sugar mountain It was peaceful and enjoyable for my family It’s rustic, but has all the amenities you will need to get away. The front porch is peaceful, when the leaves fall I would imagine you would have a nice view. With leaves on the trees you can’t see much. I would not recommend this place unless you have a 4 wheel drive vehicle in the winter as the road up to it is steep and gravel. The WiFi is ok, had trouble streaming anything, which is necessary if you are a sports fan as the cable package has no sports or local channels. If you are going during football season and you care about the games this isn’t the place for you All in all, we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dwight Bruce M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend

Cabin is walking distance to great network of trails. Easy access to Blue Ridge Parkway. Everything you need and more.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

marcus v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

5 day stay from Knoxville before school starts

Wonderful place and so close to everything! We barely scratched the surface with what N/W N.Carolina mountains offer for the outdoors. We will most definitely return!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephen P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice weekend retreat in the mountains

My wife and I stayed for 2 nights with our dogs and had a great time. For the four of us the cabin was very spacious. There are spider webs here and there and a lot of dead bugs...however I believe this is part of the experience that you get when you are out in the woods. Loved that there is a hiking trail right next to the house. Overall we really enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Jessica B.

3 Stars

When we got there the cabin was ice cold to the point we had to leave for a few hours while the cabin warmed up. Then downstairs right above the top bunk there were dead bugs everywhere so we did not sleep downstairs and had to buy a air mattress which was a big inconvenience. Couches are dirty. Place could be nicer if it was upgraded and no bug's
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

David L.

Trailhead Cabin Boone NC

Very nice, secluded, and peaceful. Comfortable cabin. It did have ladybugs 🐞, but we found them charming. The only real drawback was with the spotty WiFi, but it's a mountain retreat. It's an excellent place for those who want to get away.
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Farrah M.

2 Stars

I was not very pleased with the layout overall and the quality/condition of things. Screens torn so we couldn't open windows for air, dead bugs were everywhere. There were gaping cracks in walls, foosball table was warped because of moisture and the kids couldn't play. Upstairs toilet clogged when anyone went to the restroom, we searched for an hour to try and get the outdoor flood lights to work so we could see how to get in up the steep stairs.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov 2020
Thank you for bringing these items to our attention. It sounds as if your experiences fell short of your expectations. We so regret this occurred. Our commitment is to provide the very best experience in vacation rentals. Each of your points as well as the quality of the entire property has been forwarded to each of our Quality control departments for inspections and corrections. We are truly sorry this was your experience and thank you again for taking the time to let us know.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Gregory C.

Modern Cabin with Rustic Appeal

Overall it was a nice place to stay, gave us exactly what we needed. Close to so many attractions including Boone, Blowing Rock, Banner Elk, Grand Father Mountain and Linville Gorge. Our dog enjoyed running around the big yard and there was a trail within a quick walk from the cabin. Could use some simple touch ups like labeling light switches and making sure the outdoor flood lights work. Also, think about adding a binder with things to know about the cabin as well as things to see in the area. Maybe a guest log might be good to, people like to share their visits and experiences. Wish we could have stayed longer.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

David O.

4 Stars

The cabin had lots of spider webs inside and it looked as if it was somewhat cleaned. We also found a little black snake in the downstairs bathroom. Apart from those two things, the cabin was as the pictures. The view on it was extremely gorgeous. There was tranquility there.
Verified

6/10 Okay

gregory r.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Check-in

Great location

Smaller than portrayed online . Trailhead is a 15 minute drive. Only sleeps three comfortably. Pull out bed in loft is not usable and basement is very musty. Overall, clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Brian C.

3 Stars

Felt it was dirty. Cobwebs from the chandler in the kitchen. Dead snake in the rodent trap, live snake in the living room. Broken window screens, finger prints all over the micro wave. Crude of some kind on the oven drawer which was open and plain sight to see when we walked in. Very musty smelling in the basement bedroom. Broken windows that wouldn't stay open and could injure a child if they were to open them. Layout and location was great. Just needs a little Tlc And deep cleaning.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

earl t.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful and quiet place

Quick to Boone or Blowing Rock, house could use a little updating, but other than that, it is a peaceful place to get away. Great drive in to secluded area & can get on Blue Ridge Parkway inside of 5 minutes.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway,

The property was clean and the location was perfect. Close to Blowing Rock and Grandfather Mountain. We enjoyed our visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Charity S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Rustic cabin in a great location

This cabin is in a great location and our family had an awesome time enjoying the natural beauty all around. Many great hiking trails near by and so close to attractions like Blowing Rock and Grandfather Mountain. On our first day there we saw a bear on the gravel road up to the cabin and deer right in our front yard! We were a little concerned about no AC in July, but it was not needed... gorgeous mountain weather kept us cool, even chilly at night, and the cabin was stocked with plenty of fans! The cabin does need some updating and our only recommendation is that it could be better stocked with things such as toilet paper, towels and newer bed linens. This is a rustic cabin, nothing fancy, but meets all the basic needs! We enjoyed our stay and had a great time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Marc L.

5 Stars

The best accommodations ever. The dream vacation we always wanted

About the host

Hosted by Carolina Cabin Rentals

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Homes listed under this host profile are professionally managed by Carolina Cabin Rentals, a North Carolina–licensed real estate firm. Our local team takes pride in clean, well-cared-for homes, freshly prepared linens from our professional laundry facility, easy self-check-in, and dependable support to help you enjoy a relaxing mountain stay.

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