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5-min to Boone & Valle Crucis, Mountain Views, Dogs, Fire Pit

Family-friendly cabin in Vilas

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Property grounds
Interior
Living area
Living area
Living area
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8125.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Vilas, NC
  • Place, Foggy Mountain Gem Mine
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Watauga River
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Appalachian State University
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Loft (open to below)

1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

5-min to Boone & Valle Crucis, Mountain Views, Dogs, Fire Pit

Cozy 3BR/2BA log cabin. Located on a mountain-side and 1 mile from Boone and Valle Crucis. The beauty of the mountains but the convenience of the town. Enjoy mountain views from a huge wrap-around deck, nights by the outdoor fire pit, and BBQ on the grill. Inside: vaulted great room, full kitchen, fast Wi-Fi and TVs for your streaming apps. Quiet road near Parkway, trails, rivers, ski areas, & App State; garage game space for rainy-day fun.

TV's in all bedrooms. Stocked Coffee Bar.

What You’ll Love:
Sweeping Blue Ridge views from an oversized wrap-around deck
Outdoor fire pit for stargazing & s’mores
BBQ grill on the deck
Fast Wi-Fi and TVs ready for your own streaming apps (sign in with your accounts)
Quiet mountain road that’s close to Boone, Valle Crucis, trails, rivers, and the Parkway

Sleeping arrangements:

Bedroom 1 (main level): king bed
Bedroom 2 (main level): queen bed
Bedroom 3 (loft): open loft with one king bed and one full bed—great for kids or friends (open to living area below)

Other Spaces:

Open great room, fully equipped kitchen with breakfast bar, dining table, and two full baths. Outdoor Dining Table on the wrap-around deck. Driveway parking and easy main-floor entry.

Layout & Spaces:
Vaulted great room with comfy seating and tall windows for natural light and treetop views
Fully equipped kitchen with breakfast bar + adjacent dining table
Two full bathrooms
Large wrap-around deck with multiple seating zones
Driveway parking

Location:
Peaceful Vilas setting that puts you close to everything: Boone (dining, groceries, App State), Valle Crucis (Mast General Store, park, river), the Blue Ridge Parkway, hiking, tubing, and ski areas. Ideal for leaf season, long weekends, and family basecamps for High Country adventures.

Good to Know:
You'll need to buy local firewood for the wood burning stove.
Loft is open to the great room (sound travels).
No hot tub.
Mountain weather changes quickly—pack layers; 4WD/AWD recommended in winter conditions.
Please respect quiet hours and posted fire-pit guidelines.

Perfect For:
Families, friend getaways, App State visits, leaf-peepers, and anyone who wants a classic log-cabin experience with modern comfort and easy access to Boone & Valle Crucis.

The road to access the cabin is gravel. When snow or ice is present, it is strongly recommended that you use a 4-wheel drive vehicle.

Portable tub available for infants/toddlers.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 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: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Vilas

Located in Vilas, this cabin is near theme parks. Tweetsie Railroad is a notable landmark, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sugar Mountain Resort and Appalachian Ski Mtn.. Travelling with kids? Consider Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade, or check out an event or a game at Kidd Brewer Stadium. Water tubing and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Vilas, NC

What's nearby

  • Foggy Mountain Gem Mine - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Watauga River - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Appalachian State University - 9 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 23 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 24 min drive - 21.1 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Appalachia Cookie Company - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪South End Brewing - Boone - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Rivers Street Ale House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Pedalin' Pig - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 5-min to Boone & Valle Crucis, Mountain Views, Dogs, Fire Pit pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at 5-min to Boone & Valle Crucis, Mountain Views, Dogs, Fire Pit?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 5-min to Boone & Valle Crucis, Mountain Views, Dogs, Fire Pit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5-min to Boone & Valle Crucis, Mountain Views, Dogs, Fire Pit?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 5-min to Boone & Valle Crucis, Mountain Views, Dogs, Fire Pit located?

This family-friendly Vilas cabin is within 2 mi (3 km) of Foggy Mountain Gem Mine and Watauga River. Alta Vista Gallery and B & B is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Jared Kirk

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