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Appalachian Retreat: Walk to App Ski Mtn, Pet Friendly, Wooded Setting

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A spacious living area with a wooden ceiling, a kitchen with a granite countertop, and a cozy seating area with a sofa and a coffee table.
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a large island with stools, a black refrigerator, and a wooden ceiling with exposed beams.
A cozy living room with a large window, a wooden deck, and a view of trees.
A cozy room with a fireplace, a sofa, a bed, and a small table.
A spacious living room with a large sofa and a dining area with wooden furniture.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Games at the ready
    One of the few properties with video games available for guests.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Appalachian Ski Mountain

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Blowing Rock, NC
  • Place, Appalachian Ski Mountain
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Tweetsie Railroad
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, The Blowing Rock
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Lower Level

1 Queen Bed

Lower Level

1 Queen Bed

Main Level

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Lower Level

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Main Level

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

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About the area

Blowing Rock

Located in Blowing Rock, this holiday home is near theme parks and in the mountains. Appalachian Ski Mountain and Sugar Mountain Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore The Blowing Rock and Grandfather Mountain. Tweetsie Railroad and Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating.
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Blowing Rock, NC

What's nearby

  • Appalachian Ski Mountain - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Tweetsie Railroad - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Mystery Hill - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Appalachian State University - 9 min drive - 7.7 km
  • The Blowing Rock - 13 min drive - 12.4 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 109 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7 Brew Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Cook Out - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Pepper's Restaurant and Bar - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Appalachian Retreat: Walk to App Ski Mtn, Pet Friendly, Wooded Setting pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Appalachian Retreat: Walk to App Ski Mtn, Pet Friendly, Wooded Setting?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Appalachian Retreat: Walk to App Ski Mtn, Pet Friendly, Wooded Setting?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Appalachian Retreat: Walk to App Ski Mtn, Pet Friendly, Wooded Setting?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Appalachian Retreat: Walk to App Ski Mtn, Pet Friendly, Wooded Setting located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is steps from Appalachian Ski Mountain and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Moses H. Cone Memorial Park. Appalachian State University and Doc's Rocks Gem Mine are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Property was advertised as having a hot tub. The hot tub was not operational. Very disappointed about that. There were a lot of loose leaves on the decks but could not find a broom to remove them. We found a snow shovel so we improvised.The house itself was clean and tidy if a bit outdated. Love that it was pet friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place, great location

We loved our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jun 2021
Thank you! We are so pleased that you enjoyed your stay! Please come back anytime! - BRMR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great convenient stay!

The home was great, just as described and very clean and comfy. SUPER close to App Ski Mtn and 10 mins to Blowing Rock and 10-15 to Boone super convenient!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Hi Logan, Thanks for staying with us. We are so happy you and your group enjoyed this property and were close to everything nearby! We hope you will stay with us again soon. Best wishes, Kaytlyn
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice place very comfortable!

Great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Feb 2021
Thank you! Please come back anytime! - BRMR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fathers Day getaway

We had the best time at Appalachian retreat! House was exactly as described and very clean. We will be back to visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun 2023
Thank you! Please come back anytime! - BRMR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful weekend with family and friends

This property was exactly as it was listed on VRBO. It was an incredible stay with everything we could’ve asked for. The hot tub was exceptional, the cleanliness of the property was great, Parking was a little tight for three vehicles but we made it work. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Nov 2020
Thank you! We are so glad you had a wonderful weekend and that you enjoyed the hot tub! We'd love to have you back again! - BRMR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Weekend With Friends

We loved our time at the cabin for a girls weekend. Location is close to the outlets and downtown. Plus if you sit outside, you can hear the Tweetsie train whistle. Absolutely enjoyed the hot tub!! Only issue we noticed was the difference in temps from the upstairs and downstairs. The upper level was warmer and the lower level was at least 10 degrees or more cooler. Other than that, everything was perfect!! Would definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Hi Janet, Thanks for your review. We are glad to hear that you were able to enjoy the sounds of the Tweetsie train. We appreciate your feedback about the A/C and we will pass that along. We hope you will come back soon! Best wishes, Kaytlyn
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful Stay

The property was exactly as it was pictured. They even had a Christmas tree up! My son loved it. The fire place is incredibly intense and warms the house. If you’re looking for a true mountain retreat , this is it. Just be careful driving to the house. It fogs easily and these roads are true Mountain thin windy roads. My only suggestion would be that the house could use a good deep clean. Nothing that impeded our stay but was noticeable.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Dec 2022
Thank you! We are so glad you enjoyed your visit! We are sharing your feedback with our team. Please come back anytime! - BRMR
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Good enough

AC was an issue. Hot tub didn’t have all jets working. Other than that it was exactly what we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug 2022
Thank you! We are sharing this with our team so that we can look into this further. Please come back anytime! - BRMR
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Our stay

When we arrived it was not cleaned and there was dust everywhere. All of the dish’s were not clean the floor in the living room was not clean at all. Bathrooms were not clean either there was hair in the showers. The handle to the microwave was broken so we tried to contact the host but no body answered.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jan 2024
Thank you for your feedback! We are sorry to hear there were issues during your stay! We are sharing this with our team so that we can look into this further. Please come back anytime! - BRMR
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

July Vacation

We had to check out a day early due to the AC not able to keep the main level cool. It was 80 degrees inside with the AC set at 74 degrees. The downstairs was 10 degrees cooler than the upstairs because there is one unit for the entire home. Would not recommend renting this unit in the summer. Left a voicemail message with property manager because they are not open on Sunday.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Hi Lisa, Thank you for your review. We are so sorry to hear about the A/C not working at this home. We have made maintenance aware of this issue and hopefully it will be fixed as soon as possible. Next time, we can find you a home with better A/C. Best wishes, Kaytlyn
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

nice but could use some updates

Loved layout of houseLots of dust, closets need to be organized and tidied up.Upgrades needed in bathrooms and bedding. Kitchen counter needs lighting hard to see when cooking on stove and making coffee.Master bed needs replacing very squeaky and flimsy furniture.Master bath needs bath mat for getting out of shower and sturdier towel rack.Blinds were broken.Lock box outside was very difficult to get in due to latch being broken .Need to tell guests to limit one car due to restricted parking area in front of house.Back porches need cleaning up and new furniture.Nice place but needs upgrades.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Mar 2025
Thank you! We appreciate your feedback, and we hope you enjoyed your stay overall. We are sharing your suggestions with our team, and our customer care team will be reaching out to discuss your stay further. Please come back anytime! - BRMR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great time

Good property overall
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, communication

Great place but had some issues

Let me start by saying the property management company was extremely responsive and accommodating but there were a few concerns. First they had to come out 3 times for issues with the heater which I would have expected to have annual maintenance before the winter. The property manager provided a bunch of space heaters but was not what you expect for the price of the place. I also wish the listing stated the home is on a non maintained gravel road that does not get salted or plowed. We had one of our cars get stuck in side ditch on non plowed road and need to be towed out because it bottomed out which was another unexpected expense. House was great otherwise but would recommend a shovel be left at the house in the snowy months so renters can clean front porch and stairs when it snows.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jan 2022
Thank you! We appreciate you working with our team, but we are sorry that there were heating issues during your stay. We are sharing your feedback with our team. Please come back anytime! - BRMR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Walk to Slopes

Spacious, great neighborhood, close to slopes, clean and comfortable
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jan 2022
Thank you so much! Please come back anytime! - BRMR
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Location

Very good location that was close to town. Nice downstairs living area in addition to upstairs living area.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Nov 2021
Thank you! Please come back anytime! - BRMR
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Comfortable and convenient

Our stay was great and this property is conveniently located between Boone and Blowing Rock with lots of good hiking, waterfalls, and shopping. Loved having use of hot tub and grill for lovely family time after days out and about. I would only ding it slightly because there was absolutely nothing in kitchen cabinets except salt and pepper- not even a sponge to wash dishes or a sugar packet or coffee filter! Also a little stingy with towels, exactly the number of people staying, and paper towels, one small roll only. Maybe I am being a bit critical, but wanted you to know that just a few extras in the kitchen cabinet (Pam, sponges, Sugar, spices) to make things easier would perhaps get you a five star review.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jun 2021
Thank you! We are glad you enjoyed your stay overall! We are sharing your feedback with our team. Please come back anytime! - BRMR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Anniversary

We wasn't aware that so many other cabins/houses would be around us but that didn't stop us from enjoying the cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct 2020
Thank you! We hope you had a great anniversary! We'd love to have you back again! - BRMR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love the location

Love the locationGreat property within walking distance uphill to HighLands.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul 2020
Thank you! We are so glad you had a great time and could enjoy the surrounding area. We'd love to have you back! - BRMR
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place..

Great place for a couple of nights..
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Hi Rhett, Thanks for staying with us. We are glad you enjoyed this home and we hope to see you again in the future. Best wishes, Kaytlyn
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family time

Very nice and clean. So glad it was dog friendly but they had to potty on the gravel -no grass. Two spots for parking a truck and SUV Trailblazer but a little tight. About 10 outside steps that go down to the front door. Hot tub towels were provided which was nice because we didn’t think to bring any. There was a baby gate at the top of the stairs so the dogs couldn’t escape to downstairs without us. The master bath is a walk in shower and the downstairs bath you have to step up and over. Will definitely recommend to others and will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Hi, Thanks for staying with us. We appreciate your feedback about this home and we are glad you would recommend it. We hope to see you again soon. Kind regards, Kaytlyn
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect stay

We really enjoyed the home and our stay. Location was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Hi Cameron, Thanks for your review. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and we hope you will visit us again soon. Kind regards, Kaytlyn
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean and cozy

Nice girls weekend getaway! Convenient location, great hot tub, cozy couch! Wish we could have stayed longer but we will visit again. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Hi Leslie, Thanks for staying with us. We wish you could have stayed longer as well and we hope to see you again soon. Best wishes, Kaytlyn
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Wonderful birthday weekend

We enjoyed
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Hi Kathie, Thanks for celebrating a birthday weekend with us. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and we hope you will come back and see us soon. Kind regards, Kaytlyn
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Family Getaway

Had a great Labor Day weekend. Great location 10-15 minutes to Boone and Blowing Rock. Nice house with 3 bedrooms and we took 2 dogs. Would definitely come back. 10 minutes to the Blue Ridge Parkway and a nice hike in Moses Cone Park
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Mar 2020
Hi Scott, Thank you for your review. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay and were close to activities nearby. We hope you will stay with us again soon. Kind regards, Kaytlyn
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