Cabin with level entry and paved access close to tourist sites, lake, waterfalls
Location: Boone, Blue Ridge Mountains, North Carolina, USA (Blowing Rock, Banner Elk, Grandfather, ASU, Linville, Sugar) View Map
Accommodations: Log Cabin, 3 Bedrooms + Loft, 3 Baths (Sleeps 10)
WELCOME TO BEAR NECESSITIES!
This whimsical and magical log cabin was decorated by a local artist and features the most interesting and unique details throughout. Whether old or young, you will be fascinated by all of the items that adorn this home from the hand-carved monkeys scurrying across the wooden beams to the faux bear-skin rug lounging in the loft to the Rhinoceros watching over his kingdom! There is even a hand-carved five foot tall bear waiting to greet you on the porch when you arrive at Bear Necessities. Each and every nook and cranny is filled with collector pieces that all pertain to the captivating animal theme.
The main floor has only one step from the car into the home for those that need easy accessibility. This level features a large living room with cathedral ceiling and log and chink walls. The 30-foot stacked stone wood burning fireplace is the center piece of the room and a wonderful place for the whole family to gather. The adjoining open kitchen and dining room are also charming and all windows look out onto the view of the lake and surrounding mountains. The upper deck off of this floor has comfortable hand-crafted log seating and a gas grill. This level also has a master bedroom with queen bed, beautiful quilts and more wonderful log furniture. The bath has the animal motif of zebras and bears, and boasts a luxurious whirlpool tub.
Upstairs, the loft has cozy yet spacious sleeping quarters with one double bed, one single bed and its own full bath. The other side of this level serves as the gameroom with foosball table, combination air hockey/ping pong/pool table and cable television with VCR and PlayStation. The large moose on the wall, bear skin rugs and many other magical touches make this the perfect children's area.
The lower level has two more bedrooms as comfortable and fanciful as the rest of the house, one with queen bed and another with one king and one twin. These rooms look out onto the lake and there is a third large bath with easy step-in shower. This level has another deck with large hot tub to relax in and enjoy. This house is great fun and will provide you with an unforgettable experience for the whole family.
Best of all, this cabin is less than five minutes from Hawksnest. Summers here boast cool mountain breezes and low humidity, perfect for taking advantage of all the outdoor opportunities awaiting you in the High Country. Should you choose to stay in, this cabin has five televisions with cable, a video library and board games. We promise you a 4 star vacation with this house.
Handicap accessible with limitations.
Bear Necessities is located in the prestigious Lakes community in Seven Devils, and has paved access all the way to the cabin.
For larger groups, consider renting this cabin with Hunter's Moon or Lakeside at Hawksnest, which are just two doors down.
Please remember 4WD or chains are always recommended when visiting the mountains in winter.
Main level: bedroom with queen, bath with whirlpool tub
Lower level: second bedroom with queen, third bedroom with twin and king, second full bath with step-in tub
Loft: one twin, one queen, third full bath
Off Season Rates: March & April (except Apr 10 - 18 2009)
2009 Peak Season: Jun 12 – Sep 7 & Oct 9 - 24
2008 Holiday Rates: Nov 23 - 29; Dec 19 - Jan 4
2009 Holiday Rates: Nov 22 - 28; Dec 18 - Jan 2
Seasonal Rates: All other dates
Minimum stays may apply, and vary throughout the year.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Washer
- Dryer
- Linens Provided
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Queen Bed (3)
- Twin/Single Bed (2)
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (5)
- DVD
- VCR (2)
- Video Library
- Video Game Console: PlayStation II
- Video Games (2) : These get scratched, best to bring your own
- Jetted Tub in Bath: Large whirlpool tub in master bath
- Private Hot Tub: Large hot tub on the deck
- Pool Table
- Foosball
- Ping Pong/Table Tennis
- Air Hockey
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: Full-service kitchen with all cooking tools and implements. Kitchen and bath necessities provided including soap, paper towels and bath tissue
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill: Gas grill on back deck overlooking lake
- Deck/Patio
- Lanai
- View/Location
- Lakefront
- Lake View
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- 4,000 feet above sea level, Cool summer temperatures, call us or visit our website for more information on Bear Necessities!
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed
- Handicapped Accessible: Just one step onto porch with parking right in front
- Kid Friendly: VERY KID FRIENDLY with toys, books, videos, games, PS2, foosball and combination air hockey/ping pong/pool table
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: 25 years old
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Sledding/Tubing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Rock Climbing
- Spelunking
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Horseshoes
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
- Hiking, Rock Climbing, Climbing Wall, Spelunking, Biking, Mountain Bike Trails, Golf, Miniature Golf, Fishing, Fly Fishing, Trout Farm, Wildlife Viewing, Waterfalls, Horseback Riding, Shopping, Go-kart racing, Bowling, Live Theater, Restaurants, Cinemas, Museums, Sightseeing, Rafting, Kayaking, Canoeing, Downhill Skiing, Sledding, Ice-Skating, Cross-country skiing, Snow Tubing, Highland Games, Grandfather Mountain, Close to Beech, Appalachian, Hawksnest & Sugar Resorts, Blue Ridge Parkway, Festivals, Music, Outlet Shopping, Antiques, Crafts, Gem Mining, Tweetsie Railroad, ASU, Linville Caverns, Linville Falls.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Seasonal: $185/nt, $1195/wk
Peak: $225/nt, $1475/wk*****THIS SUMMER $150/NT*****
Holiday: $275/nt, $1825/wk
Off Season: $160/nt, $1020/wk
Holidays falling within other periods will be charged at Holiday Rates
*RATES DO NOT INCLUDE 13% TAXES, $35 PROCESSING FEE, $39 NON-REFUNDABLE SECURITY
DEPOSIT NOR CLEANING FEE. MINIMUM STAY MAY APPLY & VARIES THROUGHOUT THE YEAR.
Call for special prices on last minute availability.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 1999
Why the Owner Chose Boone
There is so much to do and so peaceful. We love it here.
The Unique Benefits at this Log Cabin
Close to everything, water falls, ski slopes, near ASU.
Property Photos
- Cabin with level entry and paved access close to tourist sites, lake, waterfalls - Banner Elk/Boone, NC - North Carolina Log Cabin Rental
- Bear Necessities Log Cabin Seven Devils NC - Banner Elk/Boone, NC - North Carolina Log Cabin Rental
- Cozy fireplace with sitting room for 8 and view of lake and mountains - Banner Elk/Boone, NC - North Carolina Log Cabin Rental
- Open floor plan throughout main level
- Main floor bedroom next to bathroom with whirlpool tub.
- Master Bedroom with King and private deck overlooking lake
- Whirlpool tub perfect for relaxing after a day in the mountains!
- Foosball table; game table with pool table, ping pong & air hockey; video games
- Upstairs sleeping loft with full bath
- View of living room, fireplace, and relaxing living room
- Relax and rejuvenate on the porch and hot tub
- Rhino head mounted over fireplace looking over his subjects below
- View from main floor rear deck overlooking lake and mountains.
- Grill and dine on the deck at 3800 ft above sea level
- Five minutes from the slopes
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We really enjoyed the house. It made for a very relaxing weekend. All of the board games were a nice addition. Thank you.
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Martin , High Point, NC
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Mills Family , Columbia, SC
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The Vincents , Lancaster, SC
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Matty Trawick , Wilmington, NC
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We loved it! We really had a great time!
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Stayed at your lovely cabin. What a great time we all had! Thtere was nothing we did not enjoy!! Thanks for sharing your beautiful home.
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Had a wonderful time staying in your beautiful cabin. Thank you for opening up your home. It is a perfect escape fromt he "hot" summer in Florida! Blessings to your family.
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Nice hot tub and the decor was fun! Awesome!! Nice moose butt besides the rhino.
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We had a great weekend!! It snowed all day on Saturday. We went sledding on the golf course. So fun! Went tubing on Sunday. Had a great time. Your house was perfect for us.