Enjoy our natural beauty surrounded by wooded mountains and creek, with deck, overlooking the fish pond. Hike on our 45 acres or continue on to forest service land. Our apartment has an eclectic decor of modern, country and Asian with all new appliances; a handmade solid oak shaker style pencil post bed; a handmade futon couch; fireplace; and sauna. Our space is relatively free of allergens with a tile floor and solid wood ceiling, walls and cabinets. The distance from our home to the apartment is about 100 yards. There are some slopes for sledding very nearby. We will provide transportation (if you don't have 4 wheel or all wheel drive) up our driveway if there is snow on the roads.
Ripshin Mountain studio apartment
Roan Mountain, TN, USA
- Guest House450 sq. ft.
- Bedrooms1
- Sleeps4
- Bathrooms1
- Half Baths0
- Minimum Stay2 nights
Our property is at approximately 3,000 feet elevation.
Owner
Norma Morrison
Member Since 2017
- Response rate:
- 100%
- Response time:
- within one day
- Speaks:
- English
- Calendar last updated:
- Jun 18, 2018
About Norma Morrison
Patrick is a self employed furniture maker. However, he has been renovating our home and apartment in recent years. His hobbies include reading, hiking, playing with his dog, and driving/caring for his Porsche Boxster S. Patrick was born in Chicago, graduated from high school in Raleigh, and served in the Navy during the Viet Nam war. Norma is a retired college professor and now supplements their income by tutoring and substitute teaching. Her hobbies include reading, hiking, music concerts, theater, Fife and Drum Corps, keeping in touch with former students and friends through social media and organic gardening. She was raised in Florida, attended Indian River Jr. College/Florida State U./U. of S. Florida/U. of Oregon/East Tennessee State University and Milligan College.
Norma Morrison purchased this Guest House in 1971
Why Norma Morrison chose Roan Mountain
When Patrick first saw our land he fell in love with it and realized the potential for a hydro electric system. Forty years later, he designed and constructed our own micro-hydro electric system that generates the amount of electricity that we use. We love living here and have very deep roots like the trees that surround us.
What makes this Guest House unique
This place on Ripshin Mountain has served us as an ideal location to raise our daughter and build memories with our grandchildren. We have a fish pond that is stocked with hybrid blue gill fish and is 12 feet deep. For an additional fee you may fish with or without your own fishing tackle.
Amenities
- Internet
- Air Conditioning
- Swimming pool
- Heater
- Fireplace
- Satellite or Cable
- Kids Welcome
- Parking
- TV
- No Smoking
Bedrooms
- 1 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4
Bathrooms
- 1 Bathroom
- Bathroom 1toilet, shower, sauna included in bathroom see pics
Location Type
- Downtown
- RuralWe are located in a peaceful, spiritually uplifting environment on 45 acreas of land with no neighbors in view.
- Mountain ViewYou have a view of Ripshin Mountain from the windows and deck of our apartment.
- WaterfrontOur apartment overlooks a fresh water fish pond that covers 1/4 of an acrea.
Theme
- Romantic
- Family
- Away From It All
- Adventure
Meals
- Guests provide their own meals
General
- Parkingunloading near apartment; parking next to our garage
- Telephonecell phone reception for some services
- Heating
- Linens Provided
- Fireplace
- Air Conditioning
- Internet
- Towels Provided
- Fitness Room / Equipmentexcercise bike, free weights and bands in addition to sauna
- Hair Dryer
- Living Roomarea only with futon bed as couch and TV/DVD player over fireplace
Kitchen
- Refrigeratorregular size freezer
- Stove
- Oven
- Microwave
- Coffee Maker
- Toaster
- Dishes & Utensils
- Kitchen
Dining
- Dining Area
- Dining
- comfy seating for 4 people
Entertainment
- Satellite / CableInternet movie streaming
- StereoCD player
- DVD Player
- Books
- Music Library
- Video Library
Outside
- Lawn / Gardenvege garden
- Kayak / Canoe
- Outdoor Grill
- Deck / Patio
Pool / Spa
- Sauna
- Private PoolUnheated pond for summer swimming
Attractions
- botanical garden
- churches
- library
- marina
- museums
- playground
- restaurants
- ruins
- festivals
Leisure Activities
- walking
- horseback riding
- antiquing
- bird watching
- paddle boating
- scenic drives
- boating
- shopping
- wildlife viewing
- photography
Local Services & Businesses
- ATM/bank
- fitness center
- groceries
- hospital
- laundromat
- massage therapist
- medical services
Sports & Adventure Activities
- mountaineering
- swimming
- sailing
- cycling
- fishing
- golf
- water skiing
- mountain biking
- tennis
- fly fishing
- freshwater fishing
- hiking
- mountain climbing
- spelunking
- basketball court
- cross country skiing
- kayaking
House Rules
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Cancellation Policy
100% refund if canceled at least 14 days before arrival date. 50% refund if canceled at least 7 days before arrival date. You must contact the owner directly to request cancellation.
3 Reviews
5/5
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Loved It!
5/5 Stayed Apr 2018
Stephanie D.
My husband and I enjoyed a wonderful weekend here. It is so peaceful and beautiful. The owners are extremely helpful. The cabin had all the essentials and was nicely decorated. The sauna was awesome to have after a long day fishing! It is perfect size for a couple or couple with child. We'll definitely be back
Submitted Apr 19, 2018
feels brand new
5/5 Stayed Mar 2018
Eric A.
Very clean and efficient. All of the furniture and cabinets are handmade and well-crafted. Beautiful setting. Host is just perfect. We would go back in a heartbeat.
Submitted Mar 13, 2018
Relaxing spot after hard day of hiking or skiing.
5/5 Stayed Dec 2017
Donna G.
This was the first time our family stayed in a vacation rental instead of a hotel. We loved it. This apartment is so cozy, but plenty roomy for my family of four. The property is gorgeous and peaceful. The first day we were there we took a little hike to see their waterfalls and a Christmas tree farm at the top of their upper driveway. Norma and Patrick were perfect hosts. They gave us space, but were there when we needed them. Patrick was nice enough to show us his micro-hydro electric system and explain how it worked and the background of how he planned it. We visited Grandfather Mountain, Linville Falls, and the Appalachian Ski Resort on our vacation. They were all less than 35 miles from the apartment and very scenic drives. We will definitely be going back to stay again. I almost forgot...FYI the futon is more comfortable than the bed. My husband and I didn't know that until the last day. Next time the kids will get the bed and we'll get the futon.
Submitted Jan 12, 2018
Owner's Response:
Our first guests in our place during winter in the mountains were a joy to have. We hope they return many more times and become life long friends.
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Location
Roan Mountain, TN, USA
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