Private Charming 3 story Log Cabin near attractions w/ hot tub & view
Welcome to Deer Hollow Retreat! This cozy 3 story cabin sits on a peaceful, wooded 1-acre lot and is the last home at the top of the mountain. In the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, it is just minutes from Valle Crucis and its historic Mast General Store. Explore Valle Crucis Community Park or head to downtown Boone or Blowing Rock for local dining, shopping, and breweries. There are multiple ski and tubing slopes nearby. Enjoy the perfect blend of privacy and convenience at Deer Hollow Retreat!
The space We're excited for you to stay at Deer Hollow Retreat! Our home is large enough to enjoy your time with family or friends of up to 8 guests! Relax on the expansive porch or soak in the hot tub and enjoy the mountain view! A firepit, grilling area, hammock, well equipped kitchen and games allows for something to do in every season.
The top floor main suite includes a king bed, private bath with both a shower, jetted tub, TV, desk, seating area and cozy reading nook. Also on the top floor is an open loft with 2 twins, a perfect hang out spot!
The main floor includes the fully stocked kitchen where you can brew that perfect cup of coffee with either a standard drip coffee maker, a Keurig, or a French Press.
The living room has enough seating for the whole group with a gas fireplace and TV. Lastly, this floor provides access to the large porch with hot tub and quick access to the fire pit.
Here you will also find two bedrooms with queen beds with TVs. These rooms have large closets and dressers for storage and share a bath with a shower. This bathroom is also where you find our washer and dryer.
Enjoy our game area on the bottom floor where you can kick-off exciting rounds of foosball or bumper pool, or just kick back and watch a movie with the family on our the large TV! On this floor there is a private, full bath with a shower/tub combo.
The home is stocked with fresh bedding and enough towels for 8 guests... plus hot tub towels! All TVs use streaming services where you can log in to your own subscriptions and enjoy a relaxing stay. Guest access The downstairs door has an automatic lock where you can easily access the house from the driveway. Your stay will come with a unique code to access the home during your stay removing the need to keep up with keys!
Free wifi is available and the network name and password will be share upon check-in.
You will also have access to the garage, accessible from the bottom floor, where you can store your outdoor equipment like bikes, fishing poles, or skis!
**Our property has 2 EXTERIOR security cameras, one pointed down the drive way and another on the back side of the house, strictly for safety and security. We take great care to make sure these are not pointed towards common areas.
Some Notes: * This property is not pet friendly * Responsibility for transportation to the property is yours * Four Wheel Drive required/chains recommended during winter * The drive to the property is partial gravel after exiting the main road but is well maintained * The driveway is a little steep but not dangerous; however this is the mountains and you should always drive with caution * The top of the driveway offers ample parking for 2 to 3 vehicles Other things to note Nearby Attractions: * Willow Valley Golf Course is just 2 minutes away
* Valle Crucis is less than 10 minutes down the road where you will find the historic Mast General Store and the water front Valle Crucis Community Park.
* Downtown Boone, home to Appalachian State University, is less than 15 minutes away where you can find local dining, shopping, and breweries. A short trip to see the Mountaineers play!
* Easy and quick 20 min trips to ski resorts like Appalachian Ski Mtn and Sugar Mtn or tubing runs at Hawksnest * Beech Mountain is also near at just 35 mins away
Other fun attractions include: * Grandfather Mountain [25 mins] * Grandfather Winery [12 mins] * Blowing Rock [22 mins] * Banner Elk [23 mins] * Tweetsie Railroad [17 mins] * Wilderness Run Alpine Coaster [17 mins] * Linville Caverns or Falls [~40 mins] * Roan Mtn [45 mins]
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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
About the area
Vilas
Vilas is home to this cabin. Tweetsie Railroad and Foggy Mountain Gem Mine are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade and Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts. Travelling with kids? Consider Turchin Center for the Visual Arts, or check out an event or a game at Holmes Convocation Center.
Appalachian State University - 10 min drive - 7.8 km
Tweetsie Railroad - 17 min drive - 14.5 km
Sugar Mountain Resort - 23 min drive - 20.3 km
Grandfather Mountain - 29 min drive - 26.6 km
Getting around
Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 100 min drive
Restaurants
Rivers Street Ale House - 10 min drive
The Social - 11 min drive
South End Brewing - Boone - 11 min drive
Boone Saloon - 11 min drive
Lost Province Brewing Company - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Private Charming 3 story Log Cabin near attractions w/ hot tub & view pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Private Charming 3 story Log Cabin near attractions w/ hot tub & view ?
As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Charming 3 story Log Cabin near attractions w/ hot tub & view on 11 May 2026 start from AU$597, 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 Private Charming 3 story Log Cabin near attractions w/ hot tub & view ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Private Charming 3 story Log Cabin near attractions w/ hot tub & view ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Private Charming 3 story Log Cabin near attractions w/ hot tub & view ?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Private Charming 3 story Log Cabin near attractions w/ hot tub & view located?
This family-friendly Vilas cabin is within 3 mi (5 km) of Foggy Mountain Gem Mine and Watauga River. Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade and Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
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This cabin was great! Location and view are perfect! Everything was as listed and my family really enjoyed our stay! We hope to be able stay on our next trip up!
We’ve been staying in mountain cabins on vacation for years as a family, and this is by far the best experience we’ve had so far. The cabin was very clean, well appointed, and secluded while being close to everything. We had a great time and hope to return.
What a beautiful home! Everything was just as described and exceeded expectations. Was the cleanest rental I’ve ever had. The location was private and the views were amazing. Will definitely plan to stay again the next time travel takes me to Boone.
The cabin is beautiful, inside and out. Decor is amazing and it's very private. Kitchen fully stocked with all you need. Bedding is comfy - checkout is easy - the view is incredible as well. I have nothing but wonderful things to say about it. Exceptionally clean - and the host is very friendly and patient - I had alot of questions. I highly recommend.
The cabin was beautiful. Very clean and inviting. All of the comforts of home. The location was great and the view from the porch, breathtaking. The host was very helpful and communicative. We could not have asked for a better experience. We greatly enjoyed our stay and hope to return again.
Beautiful and clean cabin. It was close to everything we wanted to visit. Sufficient amenities in the kitchen and games for the kids. Overall perfect for our family.
We just left from a joint family getaway including 4 adults and 4 teenagers. The cabin is beautiful and very clean and fit our needs perfectly. Our kids loved all the games and spent hours playing ping pong! We all also really enjoyed the hot tub. 10/10 recommend and we would definitely stay here again!
We absolutely LOVED this cabin! The location was perfect. Nice and secluded with only a short distance to near by towns. The layout of the cabin with great and the game room was a plus! The host was very friendly and reached out ahead of time to let us know that snow was be coming and to bring sleds for the kids! Thank you for a great stay!!
nash a.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jan 2025
Hi Nash, We are so happy you enjoyed your stay! We just added the extra game area in the garage so I’m glad your kids found it and had fun. Also, yay for the snow on the ground for when you visited! It’s beautiful this time of the year so we’re excited you could experience it. Come back anytime!
Our stay at Villas was magical - the perfect mountain escape we were hoping for! The cabin was immaculately clean, and the rustic decor made it feel cozy. We spent every morning and evening on the porch with a beautiful view of the mountains. The kitchen was fully stocked. The location is a perfect balance of seclusion and convenience. We felt completely private and immersed in nature, yet we were only a short drive to Boone and Blowing Rock where we enjoyed lunch in town and browsed the local shops. Suzanne was an excellent host – the check-in instructions were clear. Communication was prompt and friendly. Overall, we had a fantastic stay and would highly recommend this cabin for anyone looking for a peaceful and beautiful mountain retreat.
Two of my lifelong friends and one college buddy reunited for a long weekend. We all love the mountains and this place was perfect! The host was very accessible and responsive. One day while leaving out for town a tree had fallen across the road blocking our exit. I contacted the host, they made a few calls, and the tree was cleared within hours! Check in was seamless and the property was very clean. Great game room in the basement where we enjoyed several nights of competitive bumper pool! What a blast! Would defiantly recommend this property. Also, close to the town of Boone.