Vacation Rentals by Owner

Wedding!

Guest: Angie (Franklin, NC )
Date of Stay: 05/04/12 Review Submitted: 05/22/12

My had a reunion of sorts when we came to Boone for a wedding. Miss Peggy's house was perfect for our group! The house slept our 7 adults, 2 teenagers and 1 baby perfectly. Miss Peggy goes out of her way to make sure your stay is the best.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway.

Deb Kutay

Guest: Deb (Gainesville, GA.)
Date of Stay: 04/25/12 Review Submitted: 05/21/12

Very nice, clean cabin.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children.

Great Place to Stay - Highly recommended.Beautiful

Guest: Paul S.
Date of Stay: 04/15/12 Review Submitted: 04/18/12

My wife and I enjoyed staying at the Gathering Place. Everything was as presented in the description and was maintained very well. Peggy, the owner, was very helpful, and communicated everything we needed to know. I would recommend this great cabin for anybody considering a stay in the mountains. I hope to stay here again whenever I get the chance. I loved the place. The privacy was great. Hard to point to one thing, but I really enjoyed the deck off the kitchen, and the front porch with the wind chimes. There was also a great porch swing off the basement. I loved hearing the wind and will miss the cool breezes that I experienced. I loved the smell of the natural wood. It reminded me of a cabin I stayed at in my childhood. I wouldn't change a thing about the cabin.

Owner response:Paul& Joanne: Thanks for the kind words about our cabin. We try very hard to make everyone feel at home, and glad you enjoyed your visit. Have a great summer, and come back any time. God Bless Ralph & Peggy

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buttonnose

Guest: buttonnose (Jacksonville nc)
Date of Stay: 03/26/12 Review Submitted: 05/10/12

wonderful!!! Most well supplied and coziest place we have ever rented and we've stayed in many..Everything was better than advertised and the owner was terrific to work with!! Would highly recommend and definitely would go back again!! Very clean and organized.. Close to restaurants, shopping, Boone, Grandfather Mtn, etc..Sights and areas are great!

Owner response:Ludie: Thanks for the kind words. We are glad we were able to help make things comfortable for you and your family at this time in your lives.May God give ya:ll strength for each tomorrow. raph & peggy

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Vacation Cabin

Guest: Frank W.
Date of Stay: 03/17/12 Review Submitted: 04/04/12

My girlfriend and I stayed here and we had an amazing time. The cabin has all the amenities that you may need. The cabin was nicely decorated and very cozy. I have already recommended this Cabin to another family and friends. We would love to stay here again. Thank you Peggy for letting us stay in your Cabin. Frank W. and Tamara J.

Owner response:Frank; thanks to ya:ll for visiting our cabin, it was a pleasure having ya:ll. Just know you are welcome again, thanks for telling your friends. God Bless ralph & peggy

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wonderful

Guest: Corrie H. (Newport, North Carolina)
Date of Stay: 02/24/12 Review Submitted: 02/28/12

I really enjoyed my stay at the gatering place it was very clean, very well stocked ,we had plenty of room and it was kid friendly. I will be coming back on my next stay. owner was very friendly and helpful as well... very very nice place

Owner response:corrie @ family, thanks for visitng our cabin, and the kind words . Glad the kids had a blast snowboarding. It was our pleasure working with great folks like ya"ll. Have a great spring ralph & peggy murray

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Perfect vacation

Guest: Florida visitor (Florida)
Date of Stay: 02/09/12 Review Submitted: 05/01/12

My family and I visited North Carolina in February in the hopes of seeing snow for the first time. We wanted a cabin that was in a remote area with lots of woods and no noise. This cabin was perfect. It was very quiet yet close to town so that we didn't have to travel a long way to see the sites or to go to dinner. Everything we needed to make this stay enjoyable was available, including the snow. I will definitely stay here again when I visit the area.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Had a blast!

Guest: Jess (Charlotte NC)
Date of Stay: 01/27/12 Review Submitted: 02/06/12

The cabin was perfect for our trip and so clean. We had the wrong house when we first arrived (lol) but the owner was so patient with us. We stayed at the cabin most of the time and grilled out. I loved it and will definitely be going back!

Owner response:jessica, thanks for the kind words, did not mind helping ya:ll get to the right home, it was late at nite and dark., just glad all worked out for everyone. Look forwrd to ya:ll vising again. Peggy

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, tourists without a car, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

What a great start to a new year!!!

Guest: Noel (Greensboro North Carolina )
Date of Stay: 12/30/11 Review Submitted: 01/04/12

I went to The Gathering Place with four of my friends and my future husband for New Year's and some skiing. We had such a wonderful time in this beautiful, cozy, and hidden away in the beautiful mountains that I cannot wait to go back. We had so many things that we needed and Peggy was so gracious as to be flexible with us with check-in and check out times. She was great. We certainly will come back and we most certainly will recommend this to anyone!!!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Great for ski trip

Guest: Nutters2 (Orlando, fl)
Date of Stay: 12/27/11 Review Submitted: 01/02/12

We went skiing in Banner Elk every day , it takes just under an hour to get to the resorts. For the price size of this cabin you can not get any better. The beds were comphy. The kitchen has everything you need. We liked that the cabin was out of the way, you could see all the stars. If you have a big family or on a trip with friends this is the perfect place.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Charming Cabin!!!

Guest: Al4 (Miami, Fl)
Date of Stay: 12/19/11 Review Submitted: 01/02/12

My wife and I stayed here with our 4 kids over the Christmas Holiday, we had an amazing time. The cabin has all the amenities that you may need. Our kids spent the majority of our 7 day stay playing with the foosball table in the game room while my wife and I were on the dinning room table doing puzzles. The cabin was nicely decorated for the holidays. The cabin is only a 15 minutes drive East of Boone and the access roads are good (No big inclines or hills to worry about). I have already recommended this Cabin to another family and I would stay here again. Thank you Peggy for letting my family stay in your Home. Alex M.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Magical

Guest: kim (charlotte)
Date of Stay: 12/16/11 Review Submitted: 12/31/11

This was one of the most beautiful enchanting homes that we have rented to date. The owner was wonderful and accomodating. The house was decorated beautifully for Christmas. We could not have asked for a better rental to entertain our northern guests while celebrating our sons graduation from Appalachian State University. The house is fully equipped with any and everything you would possibly need. I can't wait to return..

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners.

Thanksgiving in Fleetwood, NC

Guest: Kim Miller1 (Raleigh, NC )
Date of Stay: 11/22/11 Review Submitted: 12/05/11

Our family had a fantastic time over Thanksgiving at this cabin. The house was very clean with all of the things we needed to enjoy our time there. It is in an ideal location, close to West Jefferson, Jefferson, Boone and Blowing Rock. Our family was very comfortable there and we made some great Thanksgiving memories. Our daughter even cooked her first turkey! We would highly recommend this cabin for any visit to this area.

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

Perfect for anyone to vacation anytime. Great price for such a beartuful home.

Guest: Littlemost (Whiteville, N.C.)
Date of Stay: 11/18/11 Review Submitted: 12/27/11

To look at the home on line does not give it all the compliments it deserves. It is very nicely located. Beautiful inside and out. Very roomy. We really enjoyed our stay. Wish I could have stayed longer. I will return next year. Hopfuly with my whole family.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

A Mountain Retreat

Guest: heelsox (Seven Lakes, NC)
Date of Stay: 11/10/11 Review Submitted: 11/19/11

We had a wonderful time at The Gathering Place. It was in a terrific location for us...close to Boone for the ASU football game and even closer to West Jefferson for local cheese and shopping. The kids enjoyed the house as much as the grown ups! There was a foosball table, puzzles, books and movies to keep them entertained. Cant' wait to go back when it is a little warmer when we can take advantage of the porch swings and hiking trails!

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Great Cabin!

Guest: Sheila S.
Date of Stay: 11/03/11 Review Submitted: 11/20/11

My three sisters and I had our 1st "Sister's Vacation" and stayed at The Gathering Place. The cabin was wonderful and we felt right at home as soon as we entered. We each had our own bedroom which was great! The owner is very gracious and we were so glad we rented a cabin that had "everything" we needed! There are lots of things to see and do close by however the cabin is so comfortable you may want to just stay there and relax! Cabin is highly recommended!

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Fantastic Log Cabin

Guest: MakingMemories (Wilmington, NC)
Date of Stay: 10/20/11 Review Submitted: 10/27/11

This comfortable, well-equipped cabin was perfect for the three couples who were looking for a mountain retreat. We were greeted by scarecrows, pumpkins, autumn wreaths, and pumpkin chair covers. The autumn theme was repeated inside with pumpkin plates in the cupboard and decorations on the mantel. The cabin is located in a quiet, wooded area of Ashe County. It is convenient to the frescoes, Glendale Springs, Sugar Grove, Valle Crucis, Blue Ridge Parkway, Todd General Store, Boone, Mount Jefferson, Shatley Springs, and Blowing Rock. A fully equipped kitchen made cooking and cleanup a breeze. The large table easily accomodated all of us at meals, and it was nice to have an ample supply of dishes, utensils, mugs, and glasses. Gas logs provided a warmth and glow as we sipped coffee and reflected on the day after our evening meal. Each couple had their own bedroom and full bath on separate levels. Beds and pillows were comfortable, and extra blankets were available in each closet. A game table downstairs was the center of laughter and tall tales one evening. We took our own game but found many games available in the cabin. There was also an adequate supply of video tapes. Television reception was great, and we watched the World Series. Having a phone in the cabin was a bonus. On a scale from one to ten with ten being the top, this cabin rates a ten. We will return!

Recommended for:Age 55+, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Annual Mountain Foilage Long Weekend Get Away

Guest: Jjay (Tarboro,NC)
Date of Stay: 10/14/11 Review Submitted: 10/24/11

We found this rental a pleasant experience which was accurately portrayed by photos and listing information. The owner was very accomodating to all questions and concerns. We found the rental extremely clean and pleasant. The listing information reflected the ammenites fairly accurate for what was available. The rental location was easily located with our GPS. The Parkway was lovely for this time of the year and we enjoyed our ride checking out the beautiful leaves. We visited the Ashe County Cheese factory in West Jefferson to get some of those cheese kurds and special cheese to take back home for later. We also checked out the Tanger Outlet stores, favorite being the Kitchen Collection store. We always go out to eat the last night of our get away and this time we chose the Japanese Makato Restaurant in Boone, it was good food and entertainment. When we weren't out we had a relaxing time out on the deck which was still warm during the sunny days and the mountain view from that vantage point was quite pleasant. This rental will remain on my list of places to visit again in the future and if asked I would recommend for it's cleaniness and owner's accomodating responses to any questions one may have.

Recommended for:Age 55+, sightseeing.

We just got home from a Wonderful Trip!!!

Guest: malstrio (St. Matthews, SC)
Date of Stay: 10/07/11 Review Submitted: 10/14/11

Our family stayed here just last weekend and it was wonderful. The home was large enough for all 7 of us, with our oldest son being in a wheelchair, and still plenty of moving around room. The home is beautiful and furnished with so many things that make it easier than other places we have stayed to be away from home. Dealing with the owner was a delight and she made sure that we had everything we needed including answers to questions concerning our son and even destination stops around the area that would be accessible for him. We will definitely keep this cabin in mind for future visits because of the owners as well as the fact that it is in the heart of so many wonderful things to do in the mountains.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Wonderful getaway spot.

Guest: Nancy S.
Date of Stay: 09/09/11 Review Submitted: 09/16/11

This cabin was a great place to stay while in the Boone area. Our family met as a mid-point spot from GA, SC and PA. The cabin was nicely decorated, clean and fully stocked with everything we needed for a perfect family gathering. We toured the Ashe County Cheese Factory and visited the Mast General Store while visiting the area. We highly recommend this cabin for your next getaway weekend. We

Owner response:nancy: Thanks so much for your kind words about our cabin. Trust everyone had a great time visitng with each other. Keep us in mind for your next visit to the mts. of Nc. Blessings Peggy Murray

Recommended for:Age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Always Fun

Guest: Jessica (Wilmington, NC)
Date of Stay: 09/03/11 Review Submitted: 09/08/11

We absolutely love this cabin. This was the second time we stayed in it and once again it was fun.It is close to everything, yet secluded enough for a nice quiet time. Thanks again for letting us stay and we will be in touch for another time soon! The Langleys

Owner response:Jessica; Thanks for the kind words, it is much appreciated. the murray:s

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Great place to stay

Guest: G. Lee (Athens georgia)
Date of Stay: 08/26/11 Review Submitted: 09/01/11

Nice cabin, nice location and real owners to rent from. Highly recommended.

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A Choice We Don't Regret, Nor Will You!

Guest: Mountain Getaway Lover (Florence, SC)
Date of Stay: 08/17/11 Review Submitted: 09/03/11

Take time to closely review the owners description and the amenities, you’ll get a good perspective of what a really great deal you get by selecting “Thee Gathering Place”, a 4 Bedroom 3 Bath Log Cabin, as your Blue Ridge Mountain rental choice. So, I won’t list all the essential needs that they more than adequately supply nor all the adventures that we went on while there, I’ll just emphasis that it’s THE convenient location for visiting and exploring activities in Boone, Blowing Rock, Jefferson & West Jefferson, The New River, Todd, Valle Crucis, etc., etc., with a closely located North & South entrance to the Blue Ridge Parkway to reach all the overlooks and adventures that it offers. Our son and his family conveniently flew into the Charlotte airport from Wisconsin and my wife and I drove up from Florence, SC. They were extremely pleased as they drove up to the cabin. The look on their faces said everything! We enjoyed the accommodations that more than met our expectations and provided the peace and quiet of our mountain get-away. It helped our family make many pleasant memories! We look forward to our next visit.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Lovely Place

Guest: Traveler (Charlotte, NC)
Date of Stay: 08/12/11 Review Submitted: 08/16/11

The cabin looks exactly as pictured. It had everything we needed to cook dinner and breakfast. We loved relaxing on the large back porch. The view is gorgeous. There was plenty of room for our party of eight. There were plenty of areas in the house to hang out so everyone was not on top of each other. It was a very quiet area and we would definitely stay here again if we are in the area.

Owner response:Just anote to say thanks for the kind review. It is much appreciated by Ralph & I. trust ya:ll will visit our cabin again soon wrm thoughts Ralph & Peggy Murray

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with young children, girls getaway.

Golfing Ladies

Guest: Golfer Lady (Bailey, NC)
Date of Stay: 08/09/11 Review Submitted: 08/12/11

Property location was excellent for golfing, shopping, restaurants and site seeing in Boone and surrounding areas. The location was also easily accessible, safe and quiet. The property was clean, well kept and all paper goods, linens, towels were adequate. Property would be recommended to friends & relatives. Property was also adequately described and owner was excellent in answering all questions & concerns.

Recommended for:Age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing.

WE LOVED THIS CABIN!!

Guest: Jennifer (New Bern)
Date of Stay: 07/23/11 Review Submitted: 08/23/11

We really enjoyed our week long stay in this cabin----the descriptions were accurate, the photos were current and reflected the cabin well, the property was clean and well maintained. Peggy was very helpful and readily available via email and phone for any questions or concerns. I would definitely recommend this property for a family or friend retreat---4 bedrooms with an extra sleeping area downstairs---easily sleeps 7 very comfortably and more if you have children. We went tubing (check out River Girl in Todd), bike riding (check out the Virginia Creeper bike trail), hiking at Linville Falls (beautiful) as well as shopping and great restaurants in Boone and Blowing Rock. The back deck was perfect for dining outdoors, and the view was incredible!!! We ate most meals outside and played games out there until long after dark--then the star gazing was AMAZING!!!! I can't say enough good things about this cabin. We will definitely rent this property again!!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, sightseeing.

Well priced, beautiful, cosy rental home

Guest: AHappyGuest (Cary, NC, USA)
Date of Stay: 06/29/11 Review Submitted: 09/07/11

Our friends (family of 4 - with 2 young children) and us (family of 3 adults + 1 newborn) had a wonderful time in the log cabin. The amenities were well thought out. The rooms were well maintained. The bathrooms, game-room, bedrooms and kitchen were well stocked. The house itself was a little on the darker side on the inside, but we did not really mind that much. Although it was a bit of a secluded location, and the last few hundred yards of the drive to the house up the gravel driveway took some getting used to, we felt quite safe and comfortable. I also thought that the rental was well priced. After a few days of our stay we also received the security deposit in full. Overall we thoroughly enjoyed the stay and will return at a future time.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

OUR VACATION AT THE GATHERING PLACE

Guest: PAT/WALLACE (4324 GORDON ROAD)
Date of Stay: 06/20/11 Review Submitted: 08/23/11

WE WOULD LIKE TO THANK YOU FOR SHARING YOUR LOVELY LOG CABIN HOME WITH US FOR A WONDERFUL VACATION. IT WAS CLEAN AND WELL MAINTAINED. IT WAS EVERYTHING WE HAD BEEN TOLD AND MORE. WE HAVE BEEN TELLING OUR FRIENDS THAT THEY JUST HAVE GOT TO GO TO THE GATHERING PLACE FOR VACATION, WE ENJOYED TRAVELING TO BOONE, WEST JEFFERSON, MOUNTAIN CITY, TENN, BLOWING ROCK TO THE OUTLET MALL, TODD STORE AND EVERY PLACE IN BETWEEN.THE RESTAURANTS WERE GREAT AND WE ENJOYED GRILLING ON THE GREAT DECK AND VIEWING THE MOUNTAINS AND ANIMALS IN THE EVENINGS. WE ARE PLANING OUR NEXT TRIP SOON. THANK YOU AGAIN FOR A GREAT VACATION.

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, people with disabilities, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, pet owners, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Mini Family Vacation

Guest: Wanda (Apex, NC)
Date of Stay: 06/03/11 Review Submitted: 06/06/11

This was my family's first "vacation" together. This home helped make it one of the best weekend's we've ever had! The home was very comfortable and exactly as described in the listing. There was plenty of room for 6 adults (2 couples and 2 singles) and 1 child. The location was perfect for us! We went to Grandfather Mountain and Tweetsie Railroad. We would highly recommend this home to anyone.

Recommended for:Families with young children, pet owners, sightseeing.

Execellent place to vacation

Guest: Brenda (Wilmington N.C.)
Date of Stay: 09/30/10 Review Submitted: 11/18/11

The e cabin was a wonderful place to visit. The location was so easy to find also very close to everything. As we entered the home we knew we were there from the pictures and description of the property. It was decorated so pretty.The outside was very well manicured, the inside was clean and everything was in its place. We had one question for the owner and she called us back within 5 minutes and took perfect care of our concern. I do recommend this wonderful place for anyone interested in staying in the mountains. We visited Boone, Blowing Rock , Linville Falls and many more places. Fun Fun!!!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers, families with young children, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

June in the mountains

Guest: Charlene (Charlotte, NC)
Date of Stay: 07/26/09 Review Submitted: 07/01/10

Had a great time at this charming mountain home. Very cozy and comfortable. The views were wonderful! The photos are accurate & it was very clean and well-maintained. The owner was very helpful in answering all of our questions. I would definitely recommend this property to others who want a quiet, mountain retreat!

Recommended for:Age 55+, girls getaway, pet owners.