Rocky Roost - OWNER Managed! 3BR 3BA, Fireplace, Pool Table, Fire Pit, Darts.

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Games and puzzles!
Outside dining on this hand built hickory table!
Open floor plan on the main level.
Large table for meals with family and friends!
Upstairs loft that has a privacy curtain!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • A quiet escape
    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Seven Devils, NC
  • Place, Watauga River
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Grandfather Vineyard & Winery
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Grandfather Mountain State Park
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

Office 1

1 Queen Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

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About the area

Banner Elk

Located in Banner Elk, this cabin is in the mountains. Hawksnest Tubing Park and Sugar 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 and The Blowing Rock. Tweetsie Railroad and Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade are also worth visiting.
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Map
Seven Devils, NC

What's nearby

  • Watauga River - 1 min drive - 0.7 km
  • The Greater Foscoe Mining Co. - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Grandfather Vineyard & Winery - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Grandfather Mountain State Park - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Hawksnest Tubing Park - 7 min drive - 5.1 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 104 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Blink Elk Tap Room - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Town Tavern of Banner Elk - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Mountain Dog Coffee - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Banner Elk Cafe - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Rocky Roost - OWNER Managed! 3BR 3BA, Fireplace, Pool Table, Fire Pit, Darts. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Rocky Roost - OWNER Managed! 3BR 3BA, Fireplace, Pool Table, Fire Pit, Darts. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Rocky Roost - OWNER Managed! 3BR 3BA, Fireplace, Pool Table, Fire Pit, Darts. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rocky Roost - OWNER Managed! 3BR 3BA, Fireplace, Pool Table, Fire Pit, Darts. ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Rocky Roost - OWNER Managed! 3BR 3BA, Fireplace, Pool Table, Fire Pit, Darts. located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 1 mile (2 km) of Watauga River and The Greater Foscoe Mining Co.. Grandfather Mountain State Park and Grandfather Vineyard & Winery are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 116 out of 128 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 128 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 128 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 128 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 128 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Snowboarding trip

We had an amazing stay at this cabin. I will definitely look into this location again when visiting sugar mountain.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful house and helpful host!

The house was just as described and Amy was very responsive before and during our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
Thank you Emily! Glad you had a good time. :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We had a fantastic trip!

Amy was wonderful to work with. The Rocky Roost was perfect for our family trip. We had everything we needed and will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
Thank you Jennifer! I hope you will be back! So glad you had a good time💕
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

1000% recommend

Beautiful cabin in great area Highly recommended for a quiet family vacation
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Christmas vacation

My family really enjoyed this property !! The owner was very nice and communication was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
Thank you Jessica! So glad you stayed! Come visit us again! Happy New Year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

We had a great time

Would definitely rent again
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
Thanks Tim! Hope to see you again. Happy travels.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Newyear getaway was super fun

Had a wonderful time with friends for a newyear meetup
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
Thanks for staying with us!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful home!

We had a fantastic weekend. The home was perfect and in a great location as well. Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fun Fall Mountain Trip

Loved the property and the accommodations. Young adults had fun hanging downstairs and playing pool. Upstairs had plenty of room for all of us to enjoy quality time together.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
Thank you Kim! So glad you enjoyed your stay. Hope to see you again sometime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Mountain Cabin

It was a wonderful mountain cabin in a nice neighborhood. Centrally located for hiking at Grandfather Mountain, Otter Falls, and downtown Boone. The host Amy was responsive and helpful. Thank you for sharing this cabin with me and my family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
Thank you so much for staying with us! I am so glad you had a wonderful time. Would love to have you back, or send some of your friends! Feel free to tag us in any of your photos on social media #therockyroostnc
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cabin! Great weekend!

Amy was great to deal with. House was just as advertised. Nice neighborhood. Close to Boone, Banner Elk. 3 full bedrooms, 3 baths. Plenty of room for my crowd of 7.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
Thank you Barry! Hope you can come again.💕
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Roosters!

This was a very cute property that was spotless and well-maintained--the decor was charming. It's evident that the owners care about making visitors' stay pleasant. The kitchen was really well stocked, which let us stay in and enjoy a few family dinners together. We especially enjoyed having a bonfire under the stars and the wood-burning fireplace. The area was peaceful and quiet, but convenient to Sugar Mountain and Hawksnest.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
Jennifer! Thank you so much for the thoughtful review. Yes, since purchasing The Rocky Roost last September, we are working hard to make it the best short-term rental experience in Seven Devils!! We appreciate you noticing our work and the small touches. We would love to have you back anytime! Deidre
Archival

8/10 Good

Lovely cabin with fun amenities and close to excellent hiking.

I stayed at Nikki's Cabin with 9 other women and it was an excellent vacation house. My only suggestions would be to have a step and mat on the deck beside the hot tub. It was slick as water on the deck froze and was very slick. The wood burning fireplace and large supply of wood was a comforting addition. The kitchen functioned very well for several people at once. Many thanks to Nikki for helping us feel so welcome in her cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
Grace~ I am so happy that you had a wonderful time. Thank you for the suggestion to add steps into the hot tub and a mat. We welcome these suggestions as new owners. Our goal is to provide our guests with everything they need to have a comfortable and pleasant stay. We look forward to having you back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Treehouse in perfect location

We had a great vacation at the Rocky Roost! The nicely decorated house is in a wooded, quiet neighborhood with easy access to all the fun activities the mountains offer. There was one little issue with the hot tub, but the owner was very communicative and was able to resolve the issue as quickly as possible. Our family enjoyed the hot tub, the pool table, and the fire pit. The screened in porch was also great. There was plenty of space for two families to sleep, and it was fun for the kids to count all the roosters. ;) Thanks Amy!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
I'm so glad you guys had a great time! Thank you for your patience with the hot tub.💕 Thank you for the nice review and hope to see you guys again. Feel free to tell your friends about the Rocky Roost as well. We are on FB and Instagram. Love to see some photos of your adventures. Best wishes, Amy
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ABSOLUTELY THE PERFECT MOUNTAIN SETTING!!

Our family and our friends took retreat in this stunning cabin for 6 days, 5 nights and everything was perfect! The cabin is beautiful, clean, stocked with everything you could ever need or want and Nikki, the owner, is wonderful! Before we even checked in she was updating us, giving us trip ideas and cabin tips. The day we arrived she sent a text making sure everything went well and giving us her personal number should anything come up. The kids stayed well-entertained in the game room and all three bedrooms accommodated the adults perfectly. The cabin is right in the heart of everything you'd want to do, just a short distance from the main attractions at Sugar Mountain, Grandfather Mountain, Hawks Nest, etc. We would give this rating 10 stars if we could and we're already talking about coming back to stay next year!! Perfect in every way!!! THANK YOU for allowing us to stay at your beautiful place and enjoy the serenity that was around us while spending time with our family. The Linton Family
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
So glad you all enjoyed your stay. We look forward to having you back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Cabin with amenities for all generations

This was our first trip to the area, and never having been there found the location of the cabin to be quite nice. We had three generations attending, and everyone found something they loved. We enjoyed dining on the covered patio as well as relaxing and hearing the early morning birds and smoky haze- very tranquil. We did luck out because there was no one renting the cabins on each side of us. There was a very loud group 2 cabins up and we were thankful they weren't right next to us. The kids thoroughly enjoyed the game room. The owner said she is going to fix the dart situation, but if you are excited about darts, you may want to bring your own with steel tips. We never did find the big lake, but know there is one somewhere around there! Google didn't pick it up, and there wasn't literature on it at the cabin when we went. Otherwise, the owner was easy to reach and very nice. Overall we very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
Thank you Jaycee!! Thank you so much for the feedback! I’m getting some brochures and maps to help others who come up! The community is called “The Lakes” but they are really ponds.. I just found Price Lake yesterday! It is about 20 min away, and hope anyone who comes in the future finds their way over there. Hope you can come back some time and we’ll make you a repeat visitor discount and make sure we have some steel tip darts (although in the past people shot them into the wall so I think that’s why we got the others... to save the wall and little kids from getting hurt). Anyway, I’m so glad you enjoyed your time and I LOVE hearing that you had 3 generations here!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Thanksgiving!

We loved everything about this adorable cabin. Close to Boone, Blowing Rock & so many streams/rivers for flyfishing. Beautiful setting off the screened porch(overlooks a pond & woods). Deidre and Brian are wonderful hosts & we would recommend this cabin!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Spot Near Blowing Rock and Vineyards

We loved our stay at the Rocky Roost with an out of state couple. The location is perfect - less than 10 minutes to Grandfather Vineyard, 15 minutes to Sugar Mountain, 25 minutes to Banner Elk winery, and less than 30 to Boone or Blowing Rock. The home is perfect for both families and couples. Each floor essentially has a bedroom and a bathroom which was very private and convenient. Loft would be perfect for a group of kids - could easily have two couples and a big group of kids or 3 couples. Kitchen has everything you need. Wood burning fireplace in the living room was great for morning coffee, as was the full screened in porch with another dining room set. Walking up and down the roads in the area made for a great workout! Hot tub was great for ending each day after a fire. We spent significant evening hours playing pool as well. With everything turned on, we never even turned on any of the televisions. New owners spent significant effort cleaning and I know they have future plans to upgrade a few items, but it was more than what we expected in the current condition and I would recommend for anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Too short of a stay!

Other than a few miscommunication about the AC working we had a wonderful stay. The Rocky Roost was great! Even with the rain we still enjoyed walking to the ponds close by and driving to Grandfather. We only stayed one weekend but would love to book again with more time to adventure.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan 2024
This review was before the current owners purchased in October 2023.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

May R&R

My wife an I enjoyed the home and community, got in some hiking, shot some pool and relaxed in hot tub. The home was just as described in the listing. Thank you for sharing your home.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

2nd time staying

Last time we stayed was Oct 2020 and it was just me and my husband. This time we stayed April 2022 with our two kids. There were a few things I noticed or experienced this time, maybe because we were here in the off season, that might need to be addressed or checked out by the owners. Pros: The beds are comfortable. The pool table is great. The hot tub was nice after a long day of hiking. The area is really quiet. Even though there are other cabins close by you still feel very secluded. It snowed our first night there, just a dusting but still pretty. Cons: The owner sent me a message the day of our check in saying she had a lot going on that weekend and may not be very available or able to get back to me quickly if needed, which was fine. But she didn’t send me the door code. I had to send several texts and call a few times while sitting in the driveway before I was able to get in touch with her. Based on other reviews I don’t think this is typical but it was slightly stressful after driving 3 hours and then getting there and not knowing when we would be able to get in the house, especially since it was cold and snowing. The remote control in the main level bedroom either doesn’t work at all or the batteries were dead. We could turn the TV on by using the TV power button but there was no way to change the channels without the remote. We tried switching the batteries out with one of the other remotes but it still didn’t work so we couldn’t use that TV. The WiFi is really weak. My husband had to do some work but the WiFi wouldn’t even show up on his laptop. He ended up having to use his phone as a hotspot. And I found it easier to turn the WiFi off in order to look something up. There are some outlets that seem to only half work or are so loose they won’t even hold a plug. One in the basement looks like it sparked at some point because it looks burnt. There is some kind of thorny bush right next to the driveway that really needs to be cut back. If you’re exiting the car on that side you really have to avoid getting snagged. Overall this cabin is comfortable and the listing is accurate in its description.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Jan 2024
This review was before the current owners purchased in October 2023.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Rockin' Rocky Roost

A most excellent experience. The property and its location are fantastic - clean, spacious, great community. The check-in process was a bit unusual because the owner has you execute a separate agreement; just note this cuz you need to execute before getting access. We had just left the house to head to property and had to run back home to print the document. Unusual but not painful. The hostess is probably the most cordial and responsive host we have ever dealt with - regular communication, responsive communication, made the renting process a joy. We will be heading back there for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend at the Roost

Seamless, comfortable experience
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Rustic Getaway

The property is pretty much as described and shown in pictures. Our stay was in early February, and temps were in the teens. There are a couple of heaters that are pretty loud and turn on and off, but most base board heaters were quiet and worked well and kept the home comfortable. The back door had a severe draft, but nothing that a little weather stripping couldn't fix. The jacuzzi was great after a day of snow skiing and the owner provides detailed instructions for use. Plenty of games to keep entertained as well as a pool table and dart board. The owner communicated well and checked in with us multiple times to assure we had what we needed. Other than needing a few minor repairs and a little TLC, this home was very comfortable with great views.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
Thanks for the tips Craig! Receiving great feedback is what helps us keep the cabin in good working order. I will try to get someone up to work on some weatherstripping on the back door. If you noticed anything else, please let us know.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect!

We love this house! Perfect vocation and family friendly area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2023
Thank you Angela! I truly hope we can get you back up there someday!😍
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