Birch Suite: Cozy NC Mountain & Riverside Cabin @ Roaring River Vineyards

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The Lodgings on Raoring River Vineyards.

This is the stone entrance to the vineyards.

View of the wrap-around porch on the first floor.

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Hot Tub

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Free WiFi

Restaurant

Explore the area

Traphill, NC

Roaring River Vineyards1 min walk
Stone Mountain State Park11 min drive
North Wilkesboro (IKB-Wilkes County)21 min drive
Olde Beau Golf and Country Club22 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Kitchenette

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

The Lodgings at Roaring River Vineyards (RRV) - the hidden gems in the NC mountains. It is located just two miles from Stone Mountain State Park, in the Yadkin Valley Wine Appellation in the heart of NC Wine Country, home of the Blue Ridge Parkway, the NC foothills, and overlooking the Roaring River as far as the eye can see.

Birch Unit

Location: Bottom floor left side unit.

Bedrooms:
1 Bed with Queen size bed

Amenities:
Kitchenette
Small Living Area
Patio
Grill / Firepit
TV & WIFI

Recreational Facilities:
Private beach, swimming hole, fishing spots
Spa building (hot tub, dining, lounge chairs)
Picnicking spots across the 50-acre vineyard estate

Property Highlights

Historic Site: Former Brewer Mills with gristmill, sawmill, and dam.
Chez Josephine: Restaurant/tasting room
Hours of Operation for the Tasting Room & Restaurant which is in the same building.
April - October: Thurs - Sat 11 am - 6 pm Sun 12 pm - 5 pm
Nov - March: Fri - Sat 11 am - 6 pm Sun 12 pm - 5 pm
The last seating for dining is 1 hour before closing ALL days.
(Due to our location the tasting room/restaurant being open 7 days a week is not viable, but getting out of the house and relaxing in the mountains is good year round 7 days a week. )

Additional Lodgings:
https://linktr.ee/RoaringRiverVineyardsLodging

Party Place:
Group bookings include indoor/outdoor fireplaces, alfresco dining, and a large outdoor patio.

Experience the tranquil beauty and rich history of Roaring River Vineyards. For more details, visit our website.

THE CALENDAR IS ACCURATE. NO NEED TO SEND AN INQUIRY IF YOU JUST WANT TO BOOK A UNIT. BOOKINGS ARE CLEARLY SHOWN ON THE CALENDAR AND THE SYSTEM WILL NOT DOUBLE-BOOK. PLEASE PROCEED DIRECTLY TO "BOOK NOW" WHEN THE CALENDAR SHOWS AN AVAILABILITY FOR YOUR DESIRED DATES.
NO EXCEPTIONS CAN BE MADE TO THE FOLLOWING RULES:
1) 2- DAY MINIMUM STAY
2) CAPACITY LIMITED TO 2 ADULTS PER UNIT, EXCLUDING CEDAR
3) NO DOGS ALLOWED
4) NO CHILDREN. CAPACITY LIMITED TO TWO ADULTS.
5) NO SMOKING ON THE ENTIRE VINEYARD

You can also follow us on our website RoaringRivervineyards.com and Facebook under Roaring River Vineyards.

Property manager

Josephine Silvey

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot Tub

Free WiFi

Restaurant

Air conditioning

Hot Tub

Free WiFi

Restaurant

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 23

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Adults only

No fence by river, 20ft drop over granite.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

The entire vineyard is a non-smoking environment.

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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Traphill

Located in Traphill, this lodge is in a rural area and on a river. Roaring River Vineyards and Stone Mountain Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Stone Mountain State Park and Elkin City Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Traphill, NC

What's nearby

Roaring River Vineyards - 1 min walk
Stone Mountain State Park - 11 min drive
Stone Mountain Golf Club - 17 min drive
Olde Beau Golf and Country Club - 22 min drive
Raffaldini Vineyards and Winery - 32 min drive

Restaurants

‪Roaring River Vin - ‬1 min walk
‪Carol's Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
‪Mc Grady's Cafe & Catering - ‬10 min drive
‪Olde Tyme Country Cafe - ‬18 min drive
‪Bob's Charcoal & Seafood - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Birch Suite: Cozy NC Mountain & Riverside Cabin @ Roaring River Vineyards pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Birch Suite: Cozy NC Mountain & Riverside Cabin @ Roaring River Vineyards?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Birch Suite: Cozy NC Mountain & Riverside Cabin @ Roaring River Vineyards?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Birch Suite: Cozy NC Mountain & Riverside Cabin @ Roaring River Vineyards located?

Situated on a river, this lodge is steps from Roaring River Vineyards, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Stone Mountain Golf Club and Stone Mountain State Park. Hugh Chatham Family Medicine and McRitchie Winery and Ciderworks are also within 9 mi (15 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

David P.

Jul 7, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Quite Foothills Getaway

Overall a nice clean and relaxing place to stay. It is remote, so plan on 30 minutes plus drive to any other activity or restaurants. The restaurant staff were very friendly and helpful. The restaurant hours are limited (kitchen is11 to 5, bar is 11 to 6) If you prefer later mealtimes, be sure to pack your own food or be prepared for a 30 minute drive to the next nearest restaurant. The wine flite was good. A few things needed attention. 1) The oven in our unit was not clean and smelled of burned pizza when we used it. 2) The air circulation in the unit was poor. When we were there, it was one of the hottest weekends on record and we has to purchase a small fan ti help circulate the air. 3) The hot tub needed attention. It appeared clean, but the water level was 6 to 8 inches too low. 4) The instructions for check out asked us to clean the grill, but the items that should have been supplied were not available in our unit. Overall, we would still recommend this as a secluded getaway cottage. We would still recommend this property

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Barbara B.

May 28, 2024

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

Memorial weekend 2024

The place was wonderful except for the extremely musty smell. That being said the management and owner were extremely responsive and offered us the upstairs unit as an option. Very kind. We did not partake since we had unloaded. Would stay again upstairs or if assured the mustiness had been taken care of. Again so pleased w the concern and responsive we received. The property is beautiful.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David S.

May 14, 2024

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

Perfect getaway

Wonderful accommodations in a perfect setting next to a roaring river! We enjoyed the restaurant, the grounds, our patio, and the nearby state park. The owners have done a great job thinking of everything a guest wants and needs in a home away from home.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Matthew K.

May 9, 2024

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

Nice place if it had been open

We did not realize when when we made the reservation that the place was closed on Wednesdays. Bed was so small and soft. We only stayed one night as the weather was not cooperating. Also left our beer in the refrigerator by mistake! Live and learn.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David F.

Apr 29, 2024

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

Exactly what we were hoping for

We loved the riverside patio. The place was clean and the host was really helpful and friendly. Thank you it was the perfect place to stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra M.

Apr 7, 2024

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

Anniversary

Would not hesitate to book again. Would recommend a step to get in and out of bed and a handicap railing for shower.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Timothy R.

Jan 3, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

New Year Getaway

Great place for quiet weekend getaway. Food at Restaurant was just okay. Would have liked to use hot tub but sign stated for owners use only. Heater was a little noisy.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

thomas w.

Nov 12, 2023

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

Great place

As always we loved it

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Tom d.

Oct 30, 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Cleanliness

Great spot but…

This was our second stay here after a few years. The property has a great spot with a restaurant terrace and lodging that overlooks the river. The restaurant has good food. The wine flight servings are abysmally small. The bottled wine is overpriced. The shared Aspen-Birch walls are too thin with loud neighbors. Lamps and other furnishings were dusty and had cobwebs. The shower curtain rod was rusty. Overall, spending time away in a beautiful location with access to nearby hikes overcame these little disappointments for an enjoyable weekend.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa D.

Oct 9, 2023

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

Peaceful

Very Nice

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shay A.

Sep 25, 2023

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

Total Tranquility - Undoubtedly, one of NC’s best kept secrets

The perfect place to unplug/disconnect, relax & rejuvenate! So grateful I stumbled upon this perfect getaway from the stressors of everyday life. The “Birch” cabin was cozy, charming, well-appointed and extremely clean…Everything we needed, plus!! The tranquility of the roaring river left us completely de-stressed. The food & wine at Chez Josephine was delightful…We dined on the covered deck overlooking the river & everything was delicious! We honestly hated to leave, but we are already planning another trip this December. We look forward to the cooler weather to take advantage of the cabin’s fire pit and the community outdoor fireplace. I still cannot believe we have this incredible property practically in our backyard (just over an hour away). Thank you to the owners for providing us such a memorable experience!!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda M.

Aug 21, 2023

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

Beautiful setting

The property is amazing and so nice to have the restaurant on site. Be sure to bring your groceries with you, or it is a drive into Elkin to get them! Elkin is a lovely place to visit as well!

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Louise G.

Aug 15, 2023

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

Birch Unit

This was a return stay for us at Roaring River and we stayed in the Birch Unit. Perfect location for a relaxing get away. We visited several wineries and enjoyed the sounds of the river. We ate at the restaurant and the food/wine/service was wonderful. The owners are very easy to work with and check-in/check-out was simple. Look forward to our next stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Owen D.

Aug 14, 2023

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

Unique location by the river

We enjoyed the unique riverside location. It was fun to enjoy the sights & sounds of the river, and the property gives you many opportunities to do so. There is a lot to do without leaving the property. It's a little bit humid inside, even with the AC running, but I think that's to be expected when it's summertime and the river is so close. Overall, I would certainly recommend it as a fun place to relax and enjoy nature for a few days.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

Jul 25, 2023

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

The best place in the middle of nowhere!

We have always enjoyed the restaurant and being able to see the roaring river that is only a few yards away while eating great food. We finally got the chance to stay at the cabin/room and we had a blast. The roaring river was right there in the back of our room and we enjoyed it immensely. We also enjoyed the little fire pit that was a lot of fun. We also enjoyed the ambiance of the local communities. We will definitely come back.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan K.

Jul 23, 2023

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

Soothes the Soul

The riverside retreat was just right for our stay! Open the door and the sounds of the river drifts all your worries away. The owner was very accommodating and helped make the stay so worth while.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Martha F., Raleigh

Jul 10, 2023

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

Great river location

We love staying at Roaring River Vineyards because the river is beautiful and it’s nice to have a winery, restaurant and accommodations at the same place. We really enjoy relaxing at the beach area with a cold beverage in hand. We hope this area continues to be a priority for the owners. We’ve stayed here many times and each time it’s so relaxing. The units are furnished very well but this time, the mattress was showing some age. The restaurant menu is somewhat limited but a great staff insures a nice experience and we enjoyed two meals there. We always look forward to coming back.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lara D.

Jun 25, 2023

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

Better than expected!

This place is really, really nice! It had everything we needed to enjoy our stay, such as outdoor couch and fire pit, grill, access to a hot tub and the delightful sound of a seriously roaring river. Very peaceful and relaxing. The restaurant had great wines and beers and the food was delicious. We’d like to return, maybe with our kids, sometime.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John E.

Jun 18, 2023

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

Comfy

We stayed in Birch suite, and it was wonderful, fully stocked kitchen which we used. The bed was very comfy, we will be staying here again in the future, nice having dinner by the river.

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy B.

May 27, 2023

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

This place is absolute perfection!!!

This place is beautiful and just as shown. There are no words for the surroundings. It is so peaceful and we did not want to leave.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

LisaMarie T.

May 3, 2023

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

Tranquility

What a beautiful vineyard, good wine, and great staff & owners. We spent 3 nights in the Birch Unit which has an outdoor sitting area, fire pit, and grill. We enjoyed sipping the delicious “Rock and Roar” red wine (award winner) while having our dinner watching the moon light up the River. The rain was welcome and made the River live up to its name. So beautiful. We used the hot tub every night. Slept like babies listening to the River.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter J

Nov 8, 2022

8/10 Good

Sharon S.

Nov 7, 2022

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

Nice Area

We enjoyed our stay here. It was a nice quiet area and the leaves were beautiful.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

thomas w.

Oct 30, 2022

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

Great location near Stone Mountain

Very nice quiet getaway. Close to Stone Mountain, Blue Ridge Parkway, and wineries

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

George D.

Oct 14, 2022

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

Idyllic

We spent two nights in the Birch suite because we wanted to be able to see and hear the river as we enjoyed an outside fire. Accommodations were as described and since we arrived on Sunday we were able to enjoy a wonderful dinner at Chez Josephine. On Monday we visited a couple of wineries near Elkin before getting a private wine tasting back at Roaring River. Our host could not have been more gracious as he also gave us a tour of his property and shared stories about his time there. Before we knew it almost two hours had slipped by. We had a truly wonderful experience and are already talking about when we will return for another visit.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Josephine Silvey

Josephine speaking: I was born in France of German parents, and moved to the States when I was 15 years. Graduated from San Jose State University with BS in Business Administration, with a concentration in accounting and a minor in economics. I worked for IBM for 17 years, and was transferred about every 3 years to a new location, including oversees assignment in Tokyo, Japan for 3 years. After that, I worked in Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) at First Union Bank (now Wells Fargo Bank). My husband Tom and I live on our NC Vineyards.
Tom Speaking: I am from Harriman, TN and grew up on my beloved mountains, overlooking a beautiful lake. I graduated from Le Tourneau University with an Engineering degree, and have been working for Westinghouse which later became Siemens. I had to work on numerous projects which required extensive travel abroad (China, Japan and in Europe). I developed a taste for traveling and was happy that Josephine loves traveling as well.

Josephine and I met in Charlotte and got married in 1993. Both of us were married before so we blended our children into our new family (Josephine‘s daughter and my two daughters and son). We are now empty-nesters, but the family keeps growing with the addition of grandchildren, three grandsons, one grand-daughter, and another on the way!
Since acquiring the vineyard, we have traveled extensively to wine growing regions to develop our knowledge of viticulture and enology. Our knowledge must include best practices used, not only in our region, but also in other parts of the world.

Why they chose this property

The setting of this property is gorgeous and reminiscent of picturesque French hillsidevineyards situated on the slopes of a river. We knew we had a gem, and soon after the dream was born. We wanted others to discover what we had found, an area rich in history, of moonshine and NASCAR, close to Stone Mountain State Park, the Blue Ridge Mountains, and dotted with many wineries along the NC Wine Route. People come here from all over to enjoy the foliage in fall, to hike, fish, hunt, and partake of all the things the region has to offer.

What makes this property unique

You have the opportunity to stay in an upscale apartment on a private riverside vineyard estate. You enter the property through an elegant entrance, with two fishing ponds on each side, and see the vineyard going up the slope. You drive to the lodgings situated on the bank, literally just feet away of the Roaring River. The two-story home has a wrap-around porch on each level that offers great views of the river, the grist-mill ruins, 'The Gathering Place' with its indoor-outdoor fireplace available to groups with multiple rentals. The beauty of the setting slowly registers with you, as you take in the view. You hear the sounds of the river cascading over large boulders, and the next thing you know you’re fishing and hoping to catch that “prize winning” trout. If fishing does not suit you, you can opt to relax on the sandy beach further down river, catch-up on some reading, cool-off in the water or picnic in the vineyards. Nature lovers will enjoy the sightings of the abundant wildlife. You can chose to relax or engage in as many activities as the region has to offer, it’s up to you! One of the benefits of being on a private estate is that you can fish on our private ponds year-round without a license. We also allow bow-hunting on our grounds. For those of you “wannabe” grape-growers, you can pick the grapes at harvest time or help crush grapes. We are open to that! Who knows, there may be a budding winemaker among you! There are many attractions on the estate, and around the region to have you coming back time after time.