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1000 acres of Solitude + Million Dollar View + Appalachian Farm Stay

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Et værelse med et stort vindue, der giver udsigt over et skovklædt bjerglandskab. Der er to stole og et lille bord med krukker på.
En rustik hytte med træfacade, skråt tag og en vinduesramme i grøn.
En stue med pejs, to sofaer, et sofabord og udsigt til en skov gennem store vinduer.
En træterrasse med havemøbler, blandt andet et bord og stole, med udsigt over et bjergrigt landskab.
Et interiør af en træhytte med en trædør, et vindue, en hylde med et lys og en metalstige.

Anmeldelser

10 ud af 10.
Enestående

Højdepunkter

  • Sjov for hele familien

    Højt bedømt af familier
  • Central beliggenhed

    Du er aldrig langt fra din destination med denne praktiske beliggenhed.
3 soveværelser2 badeværelserPlads til 6 personer

Populære faciliteter

  • Altan
  • Fælles pool
  • Legetøj
  • Grill
  • Aircondition
  • Køleskab

Udforsk området

Åbn kort
Todd, NC
  • Place, The Mill at Rock Creek
    ‪12 min. kørsel‬
  • Place, Elk Knob State Park
    ‪17 min. kørsel‬
  • Place, Appalachian State University
    ‪25 min. kørsel‬

Sovepladser

3 soveværelser (6 sovepladser)

Soveværelse 1

1 queensize-seng

Soveværelse 2

2 enkeltsenge

Soveværelse 3

1 queensize-seng

Stue 1

1 sovesofa (dobbeltseng)

2 badeværelser

Badeværelse 1

Toilet · Kun brusekabine

Badeværelse 2

Toilet · Kun brusekabine

Områder

Terrasse eller gårdhave
Veranda eller hawaiiansk terrasse
Køkken
Altan
Antal stuer
Udendørs legeområde
Have
Spiseområde

Om overnatningsstedet

1000 acres of Solitude + Million Dollar View + Appalachian Farm Stay

Willet Ponds Farm, LLC i Todd, NC tilbyder ... Mere end et sted at bo: en appalachisk gårdoplevelse. Willet Nest er et af to gode huse, vi lejer på gården. Tjek også det gamle bondegård for at se, hvad der passer bedst til dig.
Willet Nest handler om udsigten, og den afsondrede bjergindstilling, der er præcis, hvad lægen beordrede til at trykke på din nulstillingsknap. Du vil straks genkende, at dette sted er specielt, og at du ikke ønsker at forlade - nogensinde! Det moderne hus, der ligger på siden af bjerget, tilbyder smuk udsigt fra huset og dækket samt et afsondret og roligt tilflugtssted for hele familien. Alt sengetøj, håndklæder, vaskemidler og papirprodukter leveres såvel som træ til ildstedet.
Bare en anden bjerghytte med udsigt, synes du? Ingen. For det første er denne omgivet af 1000+ ubebygde hektar (inklusive Elk Knob State Park), så du virkelig er afsondret i naturen. Men som en bonus får du gården nedenunder, hvor du kan vælge at interagere med vores husdyrfavoritter: Josephine, den potte mavegris, Solomon det langørede æsel, en flok heste, en overflod af fjerkræ og vores meget venlige hyrdehunde. Se vores dejlige bondegårdvideo for at se hele menageriet i aktion og for bedre at forstå, hvad et besøg kan betyde for dig og dit.
For at nå Willet Nest kører du lige gennem hjertet af gården (sænk kyllingerne!), kør derefter en halv mil indkørsel op ad bjerget gennem en fortryllende skov. Fra huset kan du gå ud af hoveddøren og ud på 3-mile løkken stien over vores private bjergside, med en fantastisk udsigt over en 100-ft. vandfaldskaskade og af dalen nedenfor. Efter din vandretur kan du nyde smores omkring ildstedet (medfølgende brænde).

Når du er klar til at vende tilbage til gården, skal du planlægge at svømme eller sejle i vores mini-sø og fiske efter ørred til at lægge middag på bordet (medfølgende fiskestænger, lagerørreder solgt af pundet). Du kan være med til os ved fodringstid for at passe vores fjerkræ og samle friske æg, hvis du vil. Nogle gæster vælger endda at deltage i nogle af gårdens pligter for sjov, hvad enten det er at rive hesteæbler i stalden eller hjælpe med at høste vores røde og gyldne lækre i æbleplantagen.

Willet Nest-huset leveres sammen med et sødt svigermor-soveværelse, hvilket gør det ideelt til 2 par eller forældre med ældre børn, der synes det er pænt at have et lille hus til deres eget. Sommerhuset sover fire, har et badeværelse, der adskiller 2 semi-private soveværelser, det ene med en deluxe Serta-justerbar queensize-seng, den anden med to køjesenge til de yngre børn. Huset sover også fire med et stort soveværelse med en luksuriøs naturreseng queensize-seng og tilstødende stort badeværelse, plus en futon til yderligere sengeplads i stuen. Stuen og dens udsigt er stor nok til, at alle otte af jer kan dele, plus der er et tv (skålenetværk) og en dvd-afspiller til filmaften.

Det lette luftige køkken har alle de moderne apparater og redskaber, du kunne ønske dig, uden at tage dig væk fra udsigten eller festen. Køkkenet fungerer som spisestue, så maden behøver ikke rejse langt. Medmindre du holder af at spise ude på solterrassen, der svøber rundt i huset - eller ved det skraverede grill-out picnicbord i stueetagen.

Willet Ponds Farm ligger 5 minutter fra det historiske Todd (den berømte landhandler og den merkantile bageri) og den naturskønne New River (slanger, kano / kajak / rafting, fiskeri og svømning, for ikke at nævne let cykeltur langs floden), 15 minutter til Elk Knob State Park og kun 20 minutter til enten Boone eller West Jefferson. Fra Boone har du nem adgang til skiløjperne, Tweetsie, shopping i Blowing Rock, Blue Ridge Parkway og Grandfather Mountain. Men sørg for at planlægge på et vist tidspunkt for bare at nyde bjergens dybe sindsro og den udsigt over en million dollar.

Ud over vores heste, venlige hunde, kyllinger, kalkuner, ænder, påfugle, potte-majsgris, kaniner, æsel (og hvad der ellers er kattemedicin hjemme), lever vi også på denne drømmegård. Vi administrerer personligt vores lejehuse og gør dem rene og komfortable i håb om, at du føler, at du opholder dig i et hjem, ikke en generisk udlejningshytte. Vi sørger for at sørge for, at du har alt, hvad du har brug for, hvad enten det er en kop mel eller frisk liggende fritgående æg.

Bemærk, at vi ikke er en professionel ridestal. Vi vil med glæde hjælpe dig med at kæledyr og interagere med hestene, men på grund af tid og sikkerhedshensyn kan vi ikke tilbyde ridning / trail ridning på dette tidspunkt .;

Hvis du har spørgsmål, så tøv ikke med at kontakte os. Vi har også plads til dig her.


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Lignende overnatningssteder

Husregler

Indtjekning efter kl. 16.00

Udtjekning inden kl. 11.00

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Børn

Børn i alderen 0-17 år er tilladt

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Begivenheder

Arrangementer er ikke tilladt

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Kæledyr

Kæledyr er ikke tilladt

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Rygning

Rygning er ikke tilladt

Please smoke outside the house.

4WD needed during the winter months. The driveway could become impassable (walkable only) in the event of a big winter storm.

Vigtige oplysninger

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Overnatningsstedets nr.: 755882vb
Dette overnatningssted administreres af en privat vært (en person, der ikke udlejer som virksomhed eller erhverv). EUs forbrugerlov, herunder fortrydelsesret, gælder ikke for din reservation. Din reservation er dog dækket af din private værts afbestillingsregler.
Gebyrer for ekstra opredninger kan forekomme og varierer afhængigt af overnatningsstedets politik
Gyldigt billed-ID og kreditkort, debetkort eller kontant depositum kan være påkrævet ved indtjekning til dækning af påløbende udgifter
Særlige ønsker afhænger af tilgængelighed ved indtjekning og kan medføre ekstra gebyrer. Særlige ønsker kan ikke garanteres
Fester og events for grupper er strengt forbudt på stedet
Værten har angivet, at der er en kuliltealarm på overnatningsstedet
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Overnatningsstedets sikkerhedsforanstaltninger inkluderer brandslukker, førstehjælpskasse og lås med dødbolt
Dette overnatningssted har udendørsområder såsom altaner, balkoner eller terrasser, der muligvis ikke er egnede for børn. Hvis du har spørgsmål, anbefaler vi, at du kontakter overnatningsstedet inden ankomst for at bekræfte, at de har et passende værelse til dig

Om området

Todd

Denne feriebolig befinder sig i Todd tæt på forlystelsesparker og i bjergene. Horn in the West og Hickory Ridge Living History Museum er nogle af de kulturelle seværdigheder, mens et par eksempler på de oplevelser, du kan udforske i området, er Tweetsie Jernbane og Turchin Center for Visuel Kunst. Ser du frem til et event eller en sportsbegivenhed under din rejse? Se, hvad Ted Mackorell Soccer Complex har at byde på, eller mal byen rød med et besøg til The Mill at Rock Creek. Indtag de nærliggende skibakker med langrend og snowboarding, eller undersøg mulighederne for andre udendørsoplevelser såsom slædekørsel og skøjteløb.
Kort
Todd, NC

Hvad ligger i nærheden?

  • The Mill at Rock Creek - 12 min. kørsel - 17.4 km
  • Elk Knob Gameland - 15 min. kørsel - 18.9 km
  • Elk Knob State Park - 17 min. kørsel - 21.1 km
  • Ted Mackorell Soccer Complex - 20 min. kørsel - 24.4 km
  • Appalachian State University - 25 min. kørsel - 27.0 km

Restauranter

  • ‪Skullz Tavern - Mountain Meadows - ‬18 min. kørsel
  • ‪Crooked Oaks - ‬11 min. kørsel

Ofte stillede spørgsmål

Er 1000 acres of Solitude + Million Dollar View + Appalachian Farm Stay et kæledyrsvenligt overnatningssted?

Nej, kæledyr er ikke tilladt på dette overnatningssted.

Hvad koster det at overnatte hos 1000 acres of Solitude + Million Dollar View + Appalachian Farm Stay?

Priserne for 1 nat for 2 voksne hos 1000 acres of Solitude + Million Dollar View + Appalachian Farm Stay den 26. jan. 2027 starter fra 4.719 kr., inkl. skatter og gebyrer, fra og med den 20. sep. 2026. Denne pris er baseret på den laveste pris pr. nat fundet inden for de seneste 24 timer for ophold i de næste 30 dage. Priser kan til enhver tid ændres. Vælg dine datoer for mere præcise priser.

Hvor meget koster parkering hos 1000 acres of Solitude + Million Dollar View + Appalachian Farm Stay?

Der er mulighed for parkering på overnatningsstedet.

Hvornår er indtjekning på 1000 acres of Solitude + Million Dollar View + Appalachian Farm Stay?

Indtjekning starter kl. 16.00.

Hvornår er udtjekning på 1000 acres of Solitude + Million Dollar View + Appalachian Farm Stay?

Udtjekning er kl. 11.00.

Hvor ligger 1000 acres of Solitude + Million Dollar View + Appalachian Farm Stay?

Dette feriested ligger i bjergene, kun 15 km fra The Mill at Rock Creek, Elk Knob Gameland og Tater Hill Plant Preserve. Derudover ligger Elk Knob State Park og Ted Mackorell Soccer Complex ca. 20 km derfra.

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9,8/10

Rengøring

10/10

Indtjekning

10/10

Kommunikation

10/10

Området

10/10

Annoncens rigtighed

Anmeldelser

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10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Gorgeous private get away on top of a mountain with gorgeous view. The second little house smelled a little musty but I always bring a diffuser and it was great.
Overnattede 3 nætter i juli 2026
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10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Went golfing in the mountains with family and friends. Property and view is awesome
Overnattede 2 nætter i april 2026
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8/10 Godt

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Property was so lovely, secluded, and spacious. We really appreciated the firewood - we had fires both evenings we were there. If you plan to use the fire pit, I do recommend bringing chairs as they only have a flat bench for sitting (thankfully we had seen the pictures and were prepared. The kitchen had everything we needed. We appreciated the property map - but were very disappointed that we couldn't find the award-winning tree indicated - it needs a ribbon or plaque or something :-)Our only complaint was the bed pillows - they were quite flat and likely had not been replaced in quite a long time. All of us doubled up on the pillows because we hadn't brought our own. Otherwise, we're already considering going again in fall - hopefully when we can pick apples from the trees on the property!
Overnattede 2 nætter i maj 2026
Svar fra VrboOwner den 31. maj 2026
Love the feedback—thanks! When you return you’ll see that I’ve placed a couple of chairs by the fire pit, to add to the bench, and replenished the firewood. I took a look at the pillows and you’re right…they were ridiculously thin (if you like a plumper one!). I replaced the pillows in the master bedroom of both the house and adjacent cottage with fatter ones you will enjoy, but left some thin ones in the closet should guests prefer those. Finding the state champion chestnut tree is a bit of a treasure hunt: it’s in the center of the knoll just above the Willet Nest. Sadly it, like all chestnuts, has caught the blight and is dying. Apple season is fun! The harvest begins just before Labor Day weekend and stretches into November. Come in summer to pick blueberries, currants, and gooseberries.
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10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Perfect rental for privacy….gorgeous property & amazing view. Many onsite trails. True farm/mountain life experience. Really enjoyed our stay…especially loved feeding the animals. Excellent place if you want to get away from the city!! Steep driveway…recommend 4x4. No complaints whatsoever. Would love to go back!!
Overnattede 3 nætter i januar 2026
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10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Walt is an amazing host. He goes out of his way to make it an experience Views were beautiful and area was peaceful with lots of adventure to do
Overnattede 5 nætter i juli 2025
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10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Walton is a great host. The animals were the highlight the trip! Great way to start the day, helping get them feed and settled.
Overnattede 3 nætter i juli 2025
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10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Beautiful and peaceful

This is an amazing beautiful and peaceful getaway. Our 2nd time staying. Will definitely stay again.
Overnattede 3 nætter i august 2024
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8/10 Godt

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Gorgeous mountain view

Clean and comfortable. The road up to the house is steep and rough. View is breathtaking. Overall, it suited our needs.
Overnattede 2 nætter i maj 2025
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10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Fantastic Family Getaway!

We thoroughly enjoyed the accommodations, the view from the "Nest", and interacting with the owners and the animals. Our 6-year-old loved feeding the animals, collecting eggs, petting the bunnies and even shoveling horse manure (not a requirement).
Overnattede 6 nætter i juni 2021
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10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Willet Nest

This place was great if you want to get away. No neighbors, no noise except for natures sounds. Very relaxing with beautiful views. Will definitely be returning for future stays.
Overnattede 3 nætter i juni 2023
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10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Western North Carolina Trip 2025

We can’t say enough about this property and our stay. The cabin was perfect for us and the 3 kids of different ages to have personal space. The property is incredible. We hiked the waterfall trail, visited the berry patch and swam in the fishing hole. The view was the perfect way to end each day. Mr. Walton was so great with the kids in teaching them the proper way to work with the farm animals and how to ride a horse. This place is a whole experience and we will definitely look to visit again and stay longer next time.
Overnattede 3 nætter i juli 2025
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10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed
Willet Ponds Farm was a wonderful place to stay. We stayed in the Willet Nest property which was perfect for our stay. Hubby and I stayed in the main house and our 17 year old daughter loved her own space in the bunk house/small cabin. Walton who runs the farm was great with communicating when animal feedings would happen. We had a blast interacting with the chickens, donkeys, horses and bunnies. If you are looking for a peaceful, beautiful getaway this is your spot. We did not use the sauna, but saw it, would love to do that had it been colder. I would love to come back for another visit anytime.
Overnattede 3 nætter i august 2025
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10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Like No Other

Our family loves the Willet Nest! This is our second time staying here and just as great as the first. The views are really hard to beat and the quiet, seclusion is just want we wanted. There is always enough to do around the property and on the farm to keep everyone entertained while unwinding at the end of the day under the stars and by a fire. And we had the bonus of a bit of snow this time!
Overnattede 3 nætter i december 2024
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10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

After Christmas getaway

4 of us. Myself, husband and 2 teenage boys 15&17. We loved it. They liked having their own little "house" next door. The view was beautiful. Everything was wonderful
Overnattede 4 nætter i december 2024
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10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Getaway

Time with 2 of my 4 children was priceless
Overnattede 4 nætter i juni 2023
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10/10 Fremragende

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Breath taking

The Nest was exactly as described. The view is breathtaking. The houses were spotless. Learning and sharing chores started most days. We will definitely go back.
Overnattede 5 nætter i august 2024
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10/10 Fremragende

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Wonderful farm in NC

Not only was the vista from the front window stunning, but the farm at the bottom of the mountain was a source of entertainment. Our kids were mesmerized by the baby rabbits in particular. The firefly show each night was fantastic and the location was solitary yet close to some great hikes and tubing opportunities. Thanks so much to the host for being so accommodating!
Overnattede 7 nætter i juni 2024
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10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Fabulous vacation spot

We had an amazing time staying here! The house layout was perfect, with the little separate bedroom cabin, and the covered porch with wonderful view. I will note the bunk beds were so uncomfortable we couldn't use them but the pull out cot and futon couch worked well. The farm and farm animals were so wonderful and we appreciated the time the farmer took introducing us to them and letting our 8 yr old feed the animals and show us around. We loved the many hiking trails right out our door, and made use of the firepit a couple of nights. An excellent place to stay, especially with kids!
Overnattede 4 nætter i juni 2020
Svar fra VrboOwner den 16. dec. 2020
Thanks for letting us know about the bunk bed mattresses. We have replaced them with new comfortable Serta mattresses., so that all of our guests--kids and adults alike--can enjoy a better night's sleep. :) Hope to see you and your sweet family another time.
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10/10 Fremragende

Synes godt om: Rengøring, indtjekning, kommunikation, beliggenhed, annoncens rigtighed

Wonderful Experience

Walton is an amazing host, we arrived as guests and left as family. The cottage was perfect: super clean, cozy, and had all the supplies we needed. We couldn't ask for better mountain views from the living room picture window. We had planned for many sightseeing destinations around Boone but there was so much to do and see around the farm there was no reason to leave the property! The scavenger hunt was a fun touch and the kids had a blast exploring the trails as well as getting to know all the farm animals. Our only negative was having to leave and are already planning our next visit.
Overnattede 7 nætter i juli 2023
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10/10 Fremragende

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Fun on the Farm

Our grandchildren loved seeing, feeding and interacting with Penelope, Josephine, and the Little Prince. Piper was such a sweet girl, and our overall favorite. The pond bottom was very mucky, the water was cold, and the animals had to be moved to swim there. My assessment is don’t overpromise on the swimming. The Nest was well equipped and roomy. The AC didn’t quite keep up in the kitchen and living room. One thing I noticed in the annex were some ants very near my side of the bed. Overall very accommodating hosts, interesting property and great fun down on the farm.
Overnattede 4 nætter i juli 2021
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10/10 Fremragende

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Birthday weekend on the farm

My family and I stayed at Willet Nest for a long weekend. Walton is a kind host and he was great with the kids, answering questions and teaching them new skills. Our 4 year old was minimally interested in chores, but there was a little playhouse by the barn that he really enjoyed. We also went for a walk around the Faerie Village with Piper (the collie) while the older ones and my husband learned to build a holzhausen. Feeding the animals and collecting eggs was the definite highlight.The listing is extremely informative so there is no mystery. The house is just the coolest. 4 of us stayed in the main house which was clean, bright and has all the creature comforts. 2 of us stayed in the second house which has a bathroom, bunk beds and a full-sized bed and is attached by a gorgeous walkway with views of the mountains that are absolutely unreal.The road up to the house is one lane and gravel. We took our minivan up that steep, windy hill and we were successful, but an SUV would do better.We were sad to leave. We are already planning to return in the Fall.
Overnattede 3 nætter i marts 2025
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10/10 Fremragende

Perfect!

We LOVED this rental! I was lucky to get it because of a last-minute cancellation. The view is incredible from every window. We built a campfire and watched the sunset sky turn a dozen different colors before the stars showed up, bright and visible with no city lights around. The rushing creek/waterfall near the property was just a short walk & quite impressive! My favorite thing about the main house besides the view was the master bed, which was so comfortable, I went online to research the mattress to get one for myself (turns out it's pretty expensive, though). The kitchen was user-friendly for making breakfast and cookies. All the TVs had plenty of channels and wifi was solid, especially over at the guest cottage side. There was so much attention to detail all around the property and photo ops galore. We traveled back and forth to Boone every day of our trip, with no issues. Lowes Grocery is not far and we also ate at the Mexican restaurant in the same plaza as Lowe's, which was great. Only minutes from the house was the Todd Mercantile Bakery, with mouth-watering, fresh-baked pastries and cute gifts. On our final day we received a visit from "Turk", the Anatolian Shepherd dog that helps guard the farm animals. He acted as though he'd known us all his life and just accepted our love and affection (and leftover bacon!) happily. We met owner "Betty", a graceful and kind southern soul, and enjoyed every second with her as she showed us the collection of interesting animals at the barnyard on the way out. Betty knows a great deal about every species she keeps and we enjoyed hearing the stories. She is truly a lovely person to be around. Chronic complainers (the world is full of them!) would probably find fault with various small things, such as the guest cottage was slightly musty at first and the long driveway up to the cottage is steep and winding. None of that was an issue for my family. This was one of the few vrbo rentals where I definitely want to return again (usually I have a 'been there, done that" philosophy where I'm always ready to try the next place). If you get the opportunity to rent this one, take it! I knew it was special when our group ended up discussing how much each of us would love to retire there and just watch the seasons change from the top of the mountain!
Overnattede 2 nætter i oktober 2018
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10/10 Fremragende

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My mom and I enjoyed our long weekend at the Nest. We spent the majority of our time gazing at the g

My mom and I enjoyed our long autumn weekend at the Nest. We spent the majority of our time gazing at the gorgeous view through the picture window in the living area. We relaxed and reveled in nature’s beauty and were sorry to leave. The place was clean and well-appointed. The description online is accurate. Enjoy!
Overnattede 3 nætter i oktober 2022
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10/10 Fremragende

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The Escape We Needed

My family's only negative remark about our trip to the Willet Nest was that it was too short. We needed to get away and disconnect for a few days and this property was perfect. Though we only stayed for a few days, our time there was met with plenty of relaxing evenings by a camp fire, the most gorgeous sunrises we've ever seen right from the front porch, hikes around the amazing property, and time genuinely having a great time together and connecting as a family.
Overnattede 3 nætter i september 2022
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Nice and comfortable Accommodation, for the kids feeding the animals and horseriding best.

We would like to stay again. 4WD helpful!
Overnattede 6 nætter i april 2022

Om værten

Vært: Walton Conway

Værtens profilbillede

Walton and Betty Conway realized a dream together when they established Willet Ponds Farm in 2005. While Walton grew up in the city dreaming of life in the country and desperately wanting a horse, Betty grew up in the High Country on a small family farm, where her dad kept horses, chickens, rabbits, beagles, goats, and whatever else he took a fancy to. She couldn't ever remember not having a horse to ride, or a bored moment. Though she sold her horse when she was 16 to buy a car, and drove off to Florida, Texas, then Canada, the mountains and country living always had a pull on her. Finally, she gave in and returned to the place that was dearest to her heart so as to give her children the mountain roots and country upbringing that meant so much to her. In 2023 Betty succumbed to cancer, living to the end in the beautiful, peaceful mountains, surrounded by her farm critters great and small. Walton remains thrilled to be able to share their dream with vacationers who would like to sample country life. While caring for horses, pasture, heirloom apple trees and berry bushes, Walton keeps his focus on the farm's most important crop: the next generation.

Derfor valgte værten dette overnatningssted

Years ago, back in the 1940’s, the farm got started by brothers Robey and Noah Greer, who together farmed the whole valley with their wives Etta and Lula. The Old Farmhouse belonged to Betty’s great uncle Robey, while Noah built the Pioneer House just a little bit further up the hollow. They made a living raising sheep and cattle, running a saw mill, trapping, bee keeping, wild crafting, and doing whatever else they could to live off their land. Though it left the family and changed hands a number of times, and got divided up over the years, the heart of the farm was still intact and up for sale when we found ourselves looking for the perfect place to settle down, pasture our horses, and raise our children. It was a wonderful feeling to be able to bring the place back into the family, and continue on a tradition and lifestyle that Betty’s family has known for many generations. In 2003 we bought what portion we could of Robey’s half of the farm, and over the course of a couple years were able to build a new farmhouse, then turn the Old Farmhouse into a guest house/vacation rental. There is a wonderful spirit to the place; I suppose that is why everyone falls in love with it and is so eager to return at the next opportunity.
The farm history took a surprising turn in 2013. Noah’s son, Barton, had lived in the run-down Pioneer House up until his death in 2004, at which time Noah’s half of the farm, still intact, fell to Barton’s daughter, Della. Her husband saw big dollar signs in this windfall, and began to turn the farm into—gasp!!--a housing development. During the development process, the economy went bust and he went bankrupt. Our prayers were answered when the large portion of Noah’s farm adjoining our tract was offered for sale in 2013; we jumped at the opportunity to save the old farm and bring the Greer brothers’ farm back together. In 2015 we recovered another 30-acre tract which featured the Willet Nest, the house up high, giving us 3 guest houses.

Derfor er dette overnatningssted unikt

To leave the sounds of the city behind, and soak up the peaceful serenity of the country seasons, is a balm for the soul. The hard work of never-ending farm management is so very much offset by the beauty of the quiet valley that the chores are a pleasure. They are the antidote to sitting in front of a screen from 9 to 5, or listening to newscasts reminding one of the crises of the times. This valley is a refuge offering peace, healing and renewal. The farm animals not only entertain us, but surround us with a connection to beauty and primitive life that heals us as well. It is said that there is something about the outside of a horse that is good for the inside of man. To be near and to touch these amazing beasts is therapeutic and transformative. Come experience that! Children respond to the positive energy of the animals and thrill to be part of something real, something alive. There is magic and wonder in connecting to the earth that is hard to find at Disney Land or amusement parks, and that must be why children beg their parents to bring them back to the farm. Their enthusiasm and your patronage inspires us to keep up this year-round never-ending commitment. We look forward to and count as precious the days we don't have to go anywhere, the days we can spend all day working, playing, and relaxing in our little slice of heaven here at Willet Ponds Farm. Come join us!

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