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The Pinewoods: Secluded with hot tub, dark skies and sunsets beckon
| Sleeps | 4 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Space | 1,344 sq. ft. |
| Property type | cabin |
| Minimum Stay | 4 nights |
Overview
3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom, Sleeps 4 Minimum age 12
Star-lit skies and beautiful western sunsets are yours at Pinewood Cabin atop secluded Grassy Mountain. At an of 3900' and and prevailing winds from the NW naturally cool breezes keep the cabin comfortable even in the summer months. Located 7/10 of a mile from the village of Little Switzerland, this comfortable, airy cabin sleeps 4 with two bathrooms. Two bedrooms have queen-sized beds; one bedroom is full-sized all with LCD high defintion TV. Featuring a wood-burning fireplace, authentic knotty pine paneling, oak hardwood floors and indoor jacuzzi. The entire house has vaulted ceilings. Find yourself taking in cool mountain air while relaxing in the deep-well Nordic hot tub. Featuring awesome views of the Black Mountain Range and Mt. Mitchell, highest peak east of the Mississippi. Master bedroom has a 46' flat-screen TV. Free Wi-Fi. Organically grown vegetables and home brew available based on supply. Disoounted payment options include cashiers check or personnel check. Email or call for payment details. The cabin has a 5 night minimum on holiday weeks inlcluding Xnas New Years, the week of July 4th and the last 3 weeks of Oct unless their is a late cancellation. Check availability calendar for possible late openings.
About Rick Gonsor
A long time resident of Litlle Switzerland. Love anything and every thing related to outdoor activities.
Map
The Pinewood Cabin in Little Switzerland North Carolina is located near the Blue Ridge Parkway near the village of Little Switzerland beween Asheville and Boone.
Amenities
Little Switzerland Cabin Accommodation and Amenities
- cabin
- Guests provide their own meals
- Housekeeper Optional
- 1344 sq. ft.
- Check-in: 2:00 PM / Check-out: 10:00 AM
- Max. occupancy: 4
- children welcome
- pets not allowed
- non smoking only
- Mountain
- Mountain View
- River
- Adventure
- Away From It All
- Family
- Historic
- Romantic
- Sports & Activities
- Tourist Attractions
- Activities Guide
- Basic Soaps
- Broadband Access
- Ceiling Fans
- Clothes Dryer
- Fireplace ...
- Firewood
- Hair Dryer
- Heating ...
- Internet ...
- Iron & Board
- Laundry Soap
- Linens Provided
- Living Room ...
- Local Maps
- Local Restaurant Guide
- Paper Towels
- Parking
- Telephone
- Toilet Paper
- Towels Provided
- Washing Machine ...
- Wireless Internet ...
- Wood Fireplace
- Free Wifi
- 4 Ring Stove
- Blender
- Coffee Grinder
- Coffee Maker
- Cooking Utensils
- Dishes & Utensils ...
- Dishwasher
- Freezer
- Grill
- Ice Maker
- Kitchen ...
- Microwave
- Oven ...
- Pantry Items ...
- Refrigerator
- Stove ...
- Stove
- Toaster ...
- Dining ...
- Dining Area
- seating for 6 people
- 2 Bathrooms
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Bathroom 1 -
Bathroom 2 -
- 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4
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Bedroom 1 -
1 queen
Bedroom 2 - 1 queen
Bedroom 3 - 1 double
- All bedrooms have vaulted ceilings, premium quality bedding.and LCD high defintions TV.'s
- Audio Tape Player
- Books ...
- Books for Adults
- CD Player
- DVD Player
- Satellite / Cable
- Stereo
- Television ...
- Video Library
- Barbecue
- Deck / Patio
- Outdoor Grill ...
- Outdoor Grill Gas
- Porch / Veranda
- Wood Deck
- Long-term Renters Welcome
- Low Allergen Environment
- Hot Tub
- Jacuzzi
- Outdoor Hot Tub
- Spa Whirlpool
- Whirlpool
- Whirlpool
- jetted tub
- autumn foliage
- caves
- coin laundry
- forests
- library
- live theater
- restaurants
- waterfalls
- antiquing
- bird watching
- boating
- horseback riding
- scenic drives
- shopping
- shuffleboard
- sight seeing
- sledding
- walking
- ATM/bank
- groceries
- hospital
- laundromat
- cycling
- fishing
- fly fishing
- freshwater fishing
- golf
- hiking
- hunting
- jet skiing
- kayaking
- mountain biking
- mountain climbing
- mountaineering
- rafting
- rock climbing
- roller blading
- skiing
- swimming
- tennis
- water skiing
- water tubing
- whitewater rafting
Reviews
Wonderful!
4.8/5 -
(17 traveler reviews)
Great private mountain getaway!
My wife and I stayed 5 nights at the Pinewoods cabin. We liked the cabin a lot and had a great time in the area. The cabin was clean and had everything we needed. It's in a very private location with a great mountain view from the rear deck. We hiked to scenic waterfalls in the day and made use of the hot tub, the charcoal grill and the full kitchen in the evening. There are a few decent restaurants nearby and 2 grocery stores about 5 miles away where you can stock up on whatever you might need. Rick was a great host. He communicated with us promptly and gave us tips about the area. We had a great getaway and would certainly recommend this cabin to anyone looking to stay in the area.
The Very Best Anniversary Get-Away Ever!
A week away from the hustle and bustle at Rick"s Pinewoods Home was exactly what we needed to celebrate our 17th wedding anniversary! It is a wonderful mountainside home with the best view in the Valley! Tucked away into seclusion, you'd never know a Walmart existed just a short drive away! The hot tub on the deck was a seller for us as we enjoyed it every evening. Little Switzerland's village just down the driveway provided some nice conveniences close by. No doubt if you are looking for a wonderful place and the most pleasant, and accommodating property owner choose the Pinewoods. You will be happy you did!
Wonderful Honeymoon at the Pinewoods!
My wife and I recently stayed for a week at the Pinewoods for our honeymoon. First of all, the pictures really don't do the cabin justice. The interior is very warm and cozy without being overly rustic. The space was great for just me and my wife but it would have been roomy for groups of 4 to 6 people too. The hot tub was warmed up and ready to go when we got there and the outdoor grill was easy to use. The best part was how secluded the cabin was. There were no other cabins within sight and there was a beautiful mountain view from the outdoor deck. But there was a nice coffee shop and general store with a few essentials right off the mountain road just 5 minutes from the cabin. And there was a nice Walmart just 15 minutes away for groceries. So you get the best of both worlds, privacy and convenience. The owner, Rick, was very friendly. He asked us to leave some things on the porch that he'd left there while cleaning and he picked them up without us even noticing. And on our last day when we found our car battery dead, Rick showed up within 20 minutes to give us a jump. All in all, we had a wonderful and relaxing stay and would definitely recommend this rental to our friends!
Absolutely Awful! Solo travelers beware!
I am a solo female traveler who rented this house for 2 weeks. Highlights:
1) Arrival day temperatures were high and I had perishable food ; Rick refused to let me into the house 40 min. ahead of schedule (and it was EMPTY at the time). Effect: I had to sit in a parking lot with the A/C on for 40 min. after driving for 5 hours. 2) The house was HOT and facing west with no shades causing the entire side of the house (view side) to be unendurable. I told him it was hot upon arrival, he said it would cool off: it didn’t and by 9:00 p.m. I was ready to go to a hotel, but called him about that and noise from a hot tub. His response: He was comfortable in his home, and directed me to the electrical panel. Effect: I hardly got any sleep that night. He eventually purchased ONE fan ($ 19.99 @ Walmart) that I had to move around the house with me in order to keep semi cool. 3) The BIGGEST issue is his disrespect for my privacy, after being out of the house all day I returned: Day: 1) a knife in my bedroom, Day 2: sunglasses on the floor, Day 3, HIS sandals by MY bed. I confronted him and told him I would put these things in a drawer and not to come in the house unless I called him. Day #4 I was IN the house, car/bicycle parked feet from the front door…no knocking, no apology, he just WALKED IN! I had a meltdown and yelled thru the door to stay away; I was so unnerved: I had no idea if he would come again, and if so, when where ..Result: I was MORE stressed out than when I arrived! …I have rented from VRBO since 2005 and never had such a terrible experience. In summary: house not very clean, dishes in d/w, but the heat, the sheer audacity of his disregard/disrespect for me personally and my privacy made this the WORST VRBO experience I have ever had. I would also BET that if I was WITH someone else, he would have acted differently. Also, I have limited space but whatever his response is, trust me, take it with a grain of salt because my account is actually toned down
Secluded Romantic Vacation
My fiancee' and I had a wonderful week in Little Switzerland at this gorgeous cabin. Rick was very friendly and responsive to all our needs. The views from the cabin were incredible. Loved the clouds rolling right into you on the porch while sitting in the hot tub. Sat down by the fire at night when temperatures cooled off a bit. We did a lot of hiking to local waterfalls(Linville and Crabtree), visited close by towns of Spruce Pines for Golf, dining and fireworks, Blowing Rock to see the Rock and incredible views and of course Boone. Also visited close by Asheville to visit the Biltmore Estate and Gardens. Hit Lake James for a cookout, canoeing and swim. Warm comfortable temperatures during the day and perfect cooling temperatures to sleep to at night. Favorite Restaurants were Mountain View Restaurant with an incredible view and excellent food. A very affordable and friendly Mexican Restaurant downtown (El Ranchero). The Switzerland Inn, we ate on the deck to take in the view. I had a blackened chicken pasta dish that I will be craving for quite a while. The local lunch hangout is the Cafe on the corner serving a quality barbecue. We took long drives on the Blue Ridge Parkway with views that took your breath away while portions of the curvy drive do the same, especially when you go out over air - a bit freaky. Loved it and our time in Little Switzerland. The perfect getaway from the heat and humidity here in Southern Florida. Thanks Rick
Secluded but Accessible
We stayed the first week in October and had a delightful time. The property is tucked away nicely but yet very easy to get to and very close to all the attractions. Very quiet and peaceful, a great place to relax. Everything in the cabin worked well and we found it very clean. Rick was a very gracious host going out of his way to make sure we were comfortable.
Little Switzerland is nicely centrally located to all the major areas we were interested in: Mount Mitchell, Crabby Falls, Linville Falls, Grandfather Mountain, Blowing Rock, and Ashville was less than an hour away.
The only con was that our AT&T cell service would only work from near Spruce Pine. But the WiFi in the cabin was very strong and reliable, so plenty of Internet.
This place is definitely a do-over!
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Rates & Availability
- Available
- Unavailable
Additional information about rental rates
| Cleaning | $85 |
| Refundable damage deposit | $275 |
| Tax Rate | 10.75% |
895 weekly
895 weekly. Min. stay 4 nights 175 per night. Cancellation requires 45 days prior written notice for a full refund less a $45 cancellation/processing fee.
850-895 weekly plus tax and please ask about off season rates. Cleaning fee $85
minimum stay 4 nights. $175 per night. Payment options include payment by cashier check or personnel check. Call or email for payment details.
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A reservation deposit of 50% is required to secure the reservation.
The balance is Due 30 days prior to arrival.
Cash, Certified Check, or travelers checks are acceptable at check in.
The Deposit will be refunded in full less $25 service charge if written cancellation is received 45 days prior to contract arrival dates.
Check in time is 2:00pm - Check out 10:00am
Owner's Cancellation Policy
- 50% refund if canceled at least 30 days before arrival date.
- 100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date.
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