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Gorgeous Mountain View 8 miles from Appalachian Trail

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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 82400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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Roan Mountain, TN
  • Place, Roan Mountain State Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Sugar Mountain Resort
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Place, Appalachian State University
    ‪57 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Living Room

1 Double Futon

Master First Floor

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Master

2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

First Floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs Master

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Gorgeous Mountain View 8 miles from Appalachian Trail

Quiet mountain top retreat with great mountain views. Minutes from trophy trout fishing, golf, snow skiing, the Appalachian Trail, Watauga Lake, Banner Elk, fine dining and more. Mountain Living doesn't get any better than this. You will be less than two miles from Roan Mountain State Park located on TN Hwy 143, at the base of the majestic 6,285 foot Roan Mountain, home of the World's largest natural Rhododendron garden and incredible panoramic mountain views (see http://www.roanmountain.com). At the bottom of the mountain, very close to our property, Roan Mountain State Park encompasses more than 2,000 acres dominated by rich hardwood forest along rugged ridges. The cool, clear Doe River winds its way through the center of the park and supports a healthy population of trout. State Park activities await you including heated pool, volleyball court, tennis and basketball courts, Ranger-led hikes, fly fishing the Doe river, music/performances in the amphitheater, etc. (see https://tnstateparks.com/parks/roan-mountain) Carvers Gap Trailhead for the Appalachian Trail is just minutes away.

Our 2017 Custom Built Mountain Home features great views overlooking the mountains and a spring fed pond. There is an expansive covered deck. Wood and tile floors with open floor plan. The kitchen is very spacious with a large island and view of the mountains. There is a Master Bedroom on each floor. Each Master has a laundry room and full bath. The heat system is a radiant floor with thermostats in each bedroom.

Please note that the top part of our gravel road is very steep. We recommend you plan to come in an all wheel or 4 wheel drive vehicle, especially in bad weather.

There is a fire pit just off the deck. We have a Weber grill. There is a generator for those times when the power goes out. We have StarLink internet and a ROKU for streaming. While our place is not totally handicap accessible, we have had a guest in a wheel chair stay in the first floor bedroom. It has a full bath and a washer/dryer. there is not a deck on the entry porch, but it is only a step or two up from ground level (see the photo).
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Please talk to us before planning your gathering
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please take trash to our Bear Saver trash bin down the hill or pay $50.
You can’t drive all the way to our house unless you have AWD or 4WD. If you damage our road you will be responsible for $100 for repair.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: Please talk to us before planning your gathering
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Roan Mountain

Located in Roan Mountain, this vacation home is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Roan Mountain State Park and Pisgah National Forest, while Mica Gallery and Crimson Laurel Gallery are cultural highlights. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Roan Mountain, TN

What's nearby

  • Roan Mountain State Park - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 36 min drive - 40.9 km
  • Grandfather Mountain - 45 min drive - 48.0 km
  • Bristol Motor Speedway - 49 min drive - 73.5 km
  • Appalachian State University - 57 min drive - 61.6 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 66 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Smoky Mountain Bakers - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Highlander BBQ - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bob's Dairyland - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Puerto Nuevo Mexican & Seafood - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Americano Steak House - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Gorgeous Mountain View 8 miles from Appalachian Trail pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gorgeous Mountain View 8 miles from Appalachian Trail?

As of Mar 26, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gorgeous Mountain View 8 miles from Appalachian Trail on May 10, 2026 start from $183, 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?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Gorgeous Mountain View 8 miles from Appalachian Trail?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Gorgeous Mountain View 8 miles from Appalachian Trail?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Gorgeous Mountain View 8 miles from Appalachian Trail located?

This family-friendly Roan Mountain vacation home is located in the mountains, 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Roan Mountain State Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Pisgah National Forest and Roan Mountain Community Park. Limestone Cove Recreation Area and Unaka Mountain Recreation Area are also within 20 mi (32 km).

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

matthew r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Serene environment
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gianpaolo B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host, solid communication. Beautiful house, would absolutely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elda P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We truly had a wonderful time with family at the house. They had it beautifully decorated upon arrival and made sure we were warm and cozy! Our only issue was the WIFI dropping so much and being on the slow side, but they have Starlink now so I'm sure no one else will have a problem. House was nicely situated, and we had plenty of room to move about. Driveway can be a doozy with snow and ice but since it stayed on the warmer side within days of arrival, so we had no issues with that either. Alan is a wonderful host, and I am grateful for all he did to accommodate us!
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the large area in the family room and the big outdoor covered porches front and back. The kitchen was well stocked and owner was very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelley E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a Great Time staying here!!! We were in the area for the NASCAR Bristol races. Awesome Property!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property and view.

The cabin was very clean and large. It is great for a large family. Plenty of room to hang out. The deck had amazing views of the mountains.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Larry S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome getaway

The location and views are great
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Always amazing

Consistently the best stay possible. The location of the property and the amenities makes this the best location for us whenever we are in the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

chad h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome house for bigger groups.

Very clean and neat house with plenty of space for a larger group.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronald S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Easter get-away and race weekend

Everything was great , plenty of room for everyone to sleep. View for house was beautiful. We would love to stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Getaway

We stopped at Roan Mountain for two nights to end our vacation and we loved this cabin! We only wish we could have stayed longer. The location was beautiful and the cabin was comfortable and well stocked. The views were gorgeous!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

J Bish

Wonderful property. Very clean and spacious. Enjoyed the views and fall colors. Would definitely purely recommend if you have a 4wd vehicle.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Summer P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome place to stay...100% recommend!!!!

The hosts were amazing from start to finish. They were up front before the acceptance of the booking about the need for a 4WD vehicle. The home was immaculate and would 100% recommend to anyone looking for a seclided beautiful mountain home to rent.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Autumn Weekend

This cabin is perfect. Lots of sleeping spaces, plenty of bathrooms, large kitchen, movies and books, beautiful views! The place is spotlessly clean. It is very near our “ancestral home” so is just what we needed. The colors of the trees and the weather was just beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great hosts!

Really nice cabin with all the amenities! One of the most beautiful views I’ve ever had staying in a cabin and I’ve stayed in many being from the mountains of East Tennessee myself! I have to also say that the hosts are by far the sweetest hosts and most caring about our comfort. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
House was very nice. Very spacious. Very clean. Huge decks. WiFi service. Had everything we could need. Not far from ski resorts. Only thing was steep driveway, but me Alan warned us prior so we were aware.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

This is a wonderful place to stay, and was centrally located to many great visiting sites. The house was clean, well stocked and a very comfortable place to stay, and the views from the deck were beautiful. The hosts were great and communicative. As others have mentioned, the road is best suited to a mid to small AWD SUV or an AWD car. I was in a 3/4 ton truck, and it was more difficult for me than my friends in their SUV.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serenity

The home and surrounding area are beautiful! Alan gave very thorough instructions and checked on us via vrbo. They had everything we needed there. The view is amazing from the picture windows and porch. There are many amazing things to do within 20 to 60 minutes away. Would absolutely stay here again. You do have to go up the driveway carefully but is well worth it. There was plenty of room and they had everything there that we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Audrey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spectacular view

My husband and I stayed in this home while hiking in the area. The home was far more than we needed with one bedroom on the main floor and the other bedrooms with bathrooms upstairs. It is a great set up for multiple families or couples. The drive is steep, but our Acura MDX was able to do it without difficulty. Watch for deer as you drive as you are likely to see them on the way to the house. Very short drive from Carvers Gap and Roan Mt State Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olga I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful location and property!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The pictures do not do this beautiful new property and gorgeous view any justice! Alan communicates very quickly and is a gracious host. The place is very remote and quiet. The last few hills leading to the house are very hard for a regular car to climb so if you don't have a 4-wheeler prepare for a short but strenuous hike. We did not mind it but a person who is not in good shape may not be able to do so. There are plenty of trails around the area and Alan has some spare maps in the house. When not hiking, we stayed on the porch all day enjoying the view. We highly recommend the Smoky Mountain Bakers which has a great stone oven pizza (and pastries).
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful View and quiet

The Family and friends as well as I loved everything about this house. I would love to stay there in the summer as we went for New Year and the first time snowing Tubing. The place was clean, and quiet and had everything you would want for a mountain stay. It is a steep climb but typical mountain terrain. My Suburban did the climb in two-wheel but I know how to drive the terrain and if you're not accustomed use 4 or all-wheel drive so you don't mess up the road. I would highly recommend this house if your willing to treat it with respect as it deserves that at the very least. The area is great for anything you want to do and if you just want to stay home it is great for that too!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Property Off the Beaten Path

We were looking for a place with a view that could accommodate 5 adults, and this location did not disappoint! It was as out-of-the-way as you could get. And, yes, you really do need 4-wheel-drive to make it up the driveway. The amenities were exactly what we were looking for. There were enough plates, pans, serving dishes, and utensils for us to serve our Thanksgiving dinner. I personally loved the radiant heat floor, and I now know what feature to look for in my future home. It was amazing that there were so many windows to watch the sunrise. I would love to see the view in the spring, summer, and fall. I'm sure it's spectacular. The nearby hiking and state park conference center with wifi were great perks. I wish we had more time to explore the area. If we ever meet my parents about halfway again, this is where we will stay. Alan was so communicative, and made sure everything was great throughout our stay. We couldn't have asked for a better host! Our best VRBO pick to date! Easy check in and very easy check out. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

We stayed here July 4 weekend, 2020. The view from the house is exactly as the picture shows: it's beautiful! We even watched some fireworks going off down in the valley. Another great surprise: the fireflies! Thousands of them in the woods around the house, coming out just as dusk is settling in. I knew this part of the country is known for fireflies, but I didn't expect that many! The location of the house is right in the middle of all the key park locations. We were just a few minutes from pretty much all the sights we wanted to see in Roan Mountain State Park. But be aware that this part of TN is fairly remote, so plan to bring your food in and cook. Going out to eat isn't really a viable option without a long drive. The house itself is only a few years old, and is well-kept and clean. The kitchen was pretty well appointed, and we had everything we needed to cook. Appliances were new and in good condition. The beds were all well-kept and clean. Linens were provided. Bedrooms and bathrooms were all perfectly fine. One note: there is no air conditioning in the house. As people who live in the Deep South, the very first thing we look for upon entering any building in July is the A/C setting. :) But once we opened the windows and got the fans going, even in July, the house cooled down and it even got a bit chilly at night. If A/C is an absolute must for you, then know that as of July, 2020, it is not there. But we found that it truly wasn't a necessity with highs in upper 70's to low 80's, relatively little humidity, and lows in the lower 60's, during our trip. I'd probably want it if the forecast calls for hotter than that, but it wasn't a problem for us on this trip. Another word of advice: when the owner says you need a 4-wheel drive (4WD) to get up the driveway, he isn't joking around! That beautiful view comes with a price: a steep climb up the driveway. If you don't have 4WD, then the best you can do is park halfway up the drive, then walk the rest of the way. If you do have 4WD, then when you make the left into the driveway, put it in 4-Low, and give it plenty of gas and lots of RPMs! It's a fun ride, but you sure don't want to stall out in the middle of it. The owner was a pleasure to work with. He answered all of our questions in a timely manner and was very helpful with guidance on places to visit, as well as directions to get to the house. Overall we enjoyed our stay and may look to return in the fall.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing, Getaway Location

Everything in the house was as described. Alan was a great communicator and replied quickly. His written directions were indispensable and a must have. The driveway to the house is difficult. A GOOD driver, dry driveway, and patience are necessary to successfully climb the driveway in a two-wheel vehicle and you won't want to make the trip often.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving Weekend

Great time with great people. Alan was awesome to deal with and the property/house was amazing!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

About the host

Hosted by Alan Butterworth

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We LOVE the mountains! We want you to enjoy this area as much as we do.

Why they chose this property

The house is new, spacious and comfortable. The setting is special. We are surrounded by majestic trees with a unique mountain view over a spring fed pond. It is quiet. The stars are amazing at night. And so much natural beauty is so close...

What makes this property unique

Room for an extended family or a pair of families to enjoy time together.

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