Stella Maris: In-Town Blowing Rock Pet Friendly Updated Craftsman Bungalow
Stella Maris is the premier choice for an elegant family home in the heart of downtown Blowing Rock, just a block's easy walk from the town's best shopping and dining! Originally built in the 1920s, this Craftsman bungalow has been lovingly updated to offer all the best modern conveniences and luxuries.
The main level offers a flowing floor plan. There are two sitting areas; the space to your right as you walk in has a lovely gas fireplace. A few steps further is the updated kitchen offering granite counters, stainless appliances, a stainless steel apron sink, and custom cabinets. There are two dining tables, one for 6 people and one for 4, plus 4 stools at the bar.
Two King suites are on the main level, each with a beautifully updated private bathroom with a tiled shower. There's also a half bath and laundry center off the kitchen. Upstairs are two more bedrooms, one with a Queen bed and one with two Twin beds. These two rooms share a full bath with tub/shower and double vanities. Upstairs you'll also find a small space with a desk, perfect for those who need to squeeze in a quick email or Zoom call while on vacation.
Downstairs, through a hidden door tucked away by the fireplace, is the den recreation room. This space has a vintage style microfridge and kitchenette, and is a great space to relax. Outside you'll find a lovely graveled firepit area, along with a fully fenced in yard space.
Even with bustling downtown Blowing Rock just a few hundred feet away, Stella Maris is a carefully curated peaceful haven and an inviting escape from your day to day life!
Additional notes: - This property is pet friendly for mature, well-trained dogs only with a pet fee of $25/nt per pet. No cats. - This property is strictly for use as a vacation rental. Events and gatherings of any kind are strictly prohibited and violators will be evicted without refund. - Parking space for max of 3 vehicles in the gravel parking area only! The paved parking area directly in front of the home does not belong to Stella Maris. - The access road to this home is right beside Blowing Rock School, so during pickup or dropoff times, access to the home may take a few moments longer than usual. - Due to the location, outdoor quiet times and noise levels are strictly enforced. There are restaurants and shops neighboring this lot so guests may hear this and normal town traffic noises. - All BRMR homes offer well stocked kitchens with all utensils needed to cook meals. There is also a "starter set" of paper products at the house: a roll of toilet paper per bath, a couple garbage bags, a small vial of dishwashing liquid, a few tablets of dishwasher detergent, some laundry pods, a roll of paper towels, hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and some makeup remover cloths. - Firewood may be added at the time of booking under "Additional Fees" after entering payment info or by reaching out to us more than a week in advance. You get two wrapped bundles and a firestarter for $25/night. - Please note that the distances shown on VRBO's map feature are measured in a straight line rather than actual road travel distances and times. We cannot change their setting for this, and encourage all guests to independently verify distances to desired destinations.
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Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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About the neighborhood
Blowing Rock
Located in Downtown Blowing Rock, a neighborhood in Blowing Rock, this vacation home is near theme parks. Sugar Mountain Resort and Benson Hollow are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Bolick Family Pottery and Tweetsie Railroad. Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade and Schaefer Center for the Performing Arts are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
Blowing Rock Art and History Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
Moses H. Cone Memorial Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Getting around
Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 107 min drive
Restaurants
Chick-fil-A - 11 min drive
Applebee's Grill + Bar - 11 min drive
The Restaurant at Gideon Ridge - 6 min drive
Bocca Bistro - 12 min drive
The Town Tavern - 3 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Stella Maris: In-Town Blowing Rock Pet Friendly Updated Craftsman Bungalow pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Stella Maris: In-Town Blowing Rock Pet Friendly Updated Craftsman Bungalow?
As of May 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stella Maris: In-Town Blowing Rock Pet Friendly Updated Craftsman Bungalow on Aug 30, 2026 start from $472, 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.
Where is Stella Maris: In-Town Blowing Rock Pet Friendly Updated Craftsman Bungalow located?
Located in Downtown Blowing Rock, this vacation home is steps from Blowing Rock Auditorium and Blowing Rock Memorial Park. Blowing Rock Art and History Museum and Benson Hollow are also within 10 minutes.
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
Perfect for a stay with our pups. We could walk to so many great restaurants like Best Cellar, the. brewery and we love Stories Grille. It was just us but would be great for a family vacation.
Deana C.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 31, 2026
Thank you! We'd love to have you and your sweet pups stay again anytime! - BRMR
This cottage was such a cozy spot to call home on our Blowing Rock adventure! Easy walking distance to all the shops and restaurants on Main Street, but so quiet that we felt like we were in the country. The kitchen had everything we needed to prepare our own meals, and the dining/living areas were nice and roomy. Hoping to stay here again on a future trip!
Lia T.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 3, 2026
Thank you so much! Please come back anytime! - BRMR
Clean, comfortable home that is located right in the middle of Blowing Rock. Can easily walk to Main Street. Home has several areas where family/friends can gather yet have enough room to spread out. Make sure to follow driving directions given by management company as the front of the home and its driveway is accessible from the adjacent street and not the home address. Would definitely stay again!
Flor W.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 19, 2025
Thank you so much! We'd love to have you visit anytime! - BRMR
We loved or stay at Stella Maris! Quick walk to downtown Blowing Rock and short drive to the Westglow Spa! The house was beautifully decorated, spacious and had all the conveniences of home.
Sharon B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 30, 2025
Thank you so much! This made our day, and we are so glad to hear you loved your stay! We'd love to have you visit anytime! - BRMR
Excellent location, 1 block from Main Street. Very spacious house for 9, bathrooms for all rooms extra. Fenced in yard, parking for 3 vehicles.Awesome communication throughout the entire process. Will definitely be going again.
Randy G.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 30, 2025
Thank you so much! We'd love to have you back anytime! - BRMR
This clean, spacious and updated home was perfect for our family! We loved being able to walk to the park, shops, restaurants and ice cream locations! It was also a short distance from Tweetsie Railroad! I would definitely recommend it and look forward to staying here in the future!
Mary R.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 7, 2025
Thank you! We are so glad you enjoyed your getaway and could explore the area! We'd love to have you back anytime! - BRMR
Great stay in a great location. We stayed here for our son’s wedding. Enjoyed the 2 master suites and upstairs was perfect for Daughter’s family of 4.We had everything we needed to make meals at the house and also a perfect location to walk to dinner, shoppes and everything in downtown Blowing Rock.Clean and comfortable. Highly recommend.
Jane B.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 15, 2025
Congratulations on your son's wedding! We wish him a long and happy marriage. We are so glad you enjoyed your getaway, and we'd love to have you back anytime! - BRMR
This was our first couple's trip with our newborns (3 months & 5 months) and this location could not have been more perfect for walking into town for shopping and eating. We also brought our dog and the fenced in backyard is huge and a great area to let dog play. We were already looking up re-renting this place while still staying. Fingers crossed this house is available for our next stay in the mountains!
Mason C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 28, 2025
Thank you so much! We are so glad you enjoyed your couples' trip! We'd love to have you back anytime! - BRMR
Verified
8/10 Good
susanne B.
Feb 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Listing accuracy
I’m town stay
2 mattress were missing!
susanne B.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 3, 2025
Thank you! Our customer care team will be reaching out to discuss your stay further. Please come back anytime! - BRMR
Lovely renovated home with lots of space. Clean. The steps leading up to the house were hard for elderly ladies to mange with their luggage the Slate at the bottom of the steps need to be worked on. Very slippery when wet. The light at the steps was not working. Very dark and hard to see your way up after dark.
Gerry M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 3, 2025
Thank you! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay overall! We are sharing your feedback about the step with our team, and we'd love to have you back anytime! - BRMR
We already love Blowing Rock, and have visited every summer/fall for nearly 10 years. But the Stella Maris location was so convenient. Our adult children loved being able to walk to the downtown area for snacks and drinks. The house was quiet and clean, with enough room for everyone to have privacy. Property managers communicated promptly when we had questions. We had asked about whether or not the house had a keurig machine and had to laugh when we showed up and there were 4 coffee makers, including a keurig. The only issue we had was that the internet was not great. We ended up using our phones as hot-spots, so it was easily resolved for us. Our kids have already asked us to book the same house for next year.
Erika H.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 30, 2025
Thank you so much! We are glad you enjoyed your stay! We are sharing your feedback with our team, and we'd love to have you visit anytime! - BRMR
My girlfriends and I get together annually to celebrate Christmas together with our kids. We are App grads, so we decided to head up to Blowing Rock/Boone this year. This house was PERFECT! The layout is super spacious and all updated. All of the amenities were provided, and the location is second to none! We didn’t have to get in our cars ONE time all weekend because it’s within walking distance to everything! The property managers were very communicative (we had a minor issue with trash and they responded within an hour!)…. There are somewhat lengthy, rock stairs leading up to the house, so if mobility is an issue this may be a concern; overall I would highly recommend this house and will stay here again!
Juliet G.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 16, 2024
Thank you so much! We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay at Stella Maris! We'd love to have you back anytime! - BRMR
This property is managed by Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals. Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals is the High Country's leading vacation rental company. Our mission is to be a respite for thousands of guests each year from their hectic lives. Founded in 2002, we have succeeded with a singular mission: We strive to treat all homeowners, guests, and co-workers with the utmost care and respect. We truly care about all guests because we know that most endure stressful lives back home, and they cherish the times that they can escape to a restful haven in these beautiful North Carolina mountains. Let our team help you find the perfect vacation getaway!
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