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Songbird Cabin is serenity tucked away on the edge of a Christmas Tree Farm

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Vilas, NC
  • Place, Watauga River
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, Watauga Lake
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Watauga Lake Winery
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands)
    ‪70 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom # 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom # 2

1 Double Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Futon and 1 Child Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Songbird Cabin is serenity tucked away on the edge of a Christmas Tree Farm

Songbird Cabin is a welcoming two-bedroom, one-bath retreat located 18 miles northwest of Boone, NC. Nestled on a 26-acre Christmas tree farm, it offers beautiful views of Grandfather and Beech Mountains year-round. Families love exploring the farm’s open spaces, strolling by the pond, and enjoying outdoor games together. The cabin is equipped with an outdoor Blackstone griddle perfect for cookouts and a cozy wood-burning fireplace with firewood supplied. Don’t miss a visit to Cardinal’s Nest Craft Shop, where everyone can discover unique handmade treasures. With other rentals on the property, there’s plenty of space for families and friends to gather while still enjoying the peace and charm of the farm.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Spend time outdoors with children.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
$50 pet fee
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Be sure to clean the grill and turn off propane if used.
Return all furniture to where it was found.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
We supply firewood for both the fireplace and for the firepit but would like to suggest that you leave as tip for the expense of supplying firewood.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1620698vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Vilas

Located in Vilas, this cabin is in a rural area and near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Tater Hill Plant Preserve and Elk Knob Gameland, while Alta Vista Gallery and B & B and Johnson County Welcome Center and Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Kidd Brewer Stadium, or consider a night out at The Mill at Rock Creek. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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Vilas, NC

What's nearby

  • Watauga River - 11 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Watauga Lake - 21 min drive - 24.4 km
  • Watauga Lake Winery - 21 min drive - 23.4 km
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 30 min drive - 25.9 km
  • Appalachian State University - 32 min drive - 29.2 km

Getting around

  • Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sharpie's Restaurant - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Farmers Barbecue & Grill - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Katie's Country Kitchen - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪river view resturant - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Trade Days - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Songbird Cabin is serenity tucked away on the edge of a Christmas Tree Farm pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at Songbird Cabin is serenity tucked away on the edge of a Christmas Tree Farm?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Songbird Cabin is serenity tucked away on the edge of a Christmas Tree Farm?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Songbird Cabin is serenity tucked away on the edge of a Christmas Tree Farm?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Songbird Cabin is serenity tucked away on the edge of a Christmas Tree Farm located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 5.8 mi (9.3 km) from Watauga River and within 12 miles (20 km) of Tater Hill Plant Preserve and Watauga Lake Winery. Williams Island and Elk Knob Gameland are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 110 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Songbird cabin was exactly what we were looking for! Beautiful views and the host was very accommodating. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Feb, 2026
We are thrilled that you enjoyed your time with us and hope you will visit with us again soon. Spring and summer offer so many opportunities of things to do in our area. We look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eddie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin great view! 5 stars!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Feb, 2026
Thank you for the 5* review. We are glad you enjoyed your time with us and hope you will visit often.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and comfy! Host was always accessible and helpful, top notch. The view is amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jan, 2026
Thank you so much for the kind review! We’re so glad you found the cabin clean and comfortable and that you enjoyed the view. We truly appreciate you staying with us and hope to host you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bianca & Diane were so friendly and welcoming. We stayed during the 2025 Christmas Holidays and it was like a setting for a Hallmark Holiday movie! We had a great time and will definitely return!
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jan, 2026
It was a pleasure meeting you and we are thrilled that you enjoyed your visit. We will look forward to hosting you again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bianca was awesome. Cannot say enough. Cabin is beautiful and would recommend 100%.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jan, 2026
Thank you so much! It truly means a lot to hear this, and we’re so happy you enjoyed your stay and the cabin. We’d love to host you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Courtney P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another stay at the songbird making the best memories with my family and my kids! Bianca and Diane never disappoint, they are honestly the best hosts we’ve dealt with. Such a cozy cabin and perfect location for the Christmas feels! Can’t wait until our next visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Dec, 2025
So happy you enjoyed another stay at Songbird Cabin. We are honored that you chose to spend part of the Christmas season with us again. Happy New Year and we hope to see you again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view is amazing. The owner is very gracious and opened the gift shop for us .Great location. We will be back
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Nov, 2025
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at Songbird Cabin. And thank you for sharing your picture of the view. A guest once told me that looking at the view from the cabin was like “watching God’s paintbrush at work. “. We hope you will visit us again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wyatt H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property and views, clean and tidy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct, 2025
Thank you so much! We’re so happy you enjoyed the property and those mountain views. It means a lot to know you found everything clean and comfortable — we’d love to have you back again anytime!
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeremy P.

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

Quiet location

Great, quiet location with beautiful views.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May, 2025
Thank you for reviewing Songbird Cabin. I hope you will visit us again when you are coming to the area.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fireside Fables S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at the cabin. It had great views and was so comfy and cozy. We loved the fireplace and enjoyed having a fire almost every day we were there! It was the perfect place to be able to relax and enjoy our time away! The host was great and would get back to us quickly anytime we had questions. She checked in and made sure we had everything we needed. She was wonderful to work with.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jan, 2026
Happy New Year from your host at Songbird Cabin. And thank you for your review. Normally we would have responded sooner. We are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay and hope you will visit again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful and relaxing stay at the Songbird cabin. The view was spectacular! We were able to see Grandfather mountain, Seven Devil’s, and Beech Mountain both days. At night there was little light pollution, so we could enjoy lots of stars and see the vague outline of the Milky Way. The cabin was clean and comfortable. Thank you for a wonderful vacation and hopefully we will get to return soon!
Sunrise at the cabin.
Afternoon at the cabin
Sunrise over the Christmas tree farm
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay at Songbird Cabin and got to take in those incredible mountain views — they truly are something special. We love hearing that you were able to relax, stargaze, and make the most of your time here. You’re always welcome back anytime for another peaceful getaway in the mountains!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy W.

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

Cabin with a view!

This was our third stay at this cabin, the location and the views will keep us coming back.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Jan, 2025
Thank you for your continued trust in Songbird Cabin! It means so much to us that you’ve chosen to return three times. We’re so happy to hear that the location and views keep drawing you back. We can’t wait to host you again for your next visit!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cindy W.

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

Beautiful view

We really enjoyed our stay, the view was beautiful. The cabin was clean and had everything we needed. Very private and peaceful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Dec, 2021
Cindy, So glad you enjoyed your visit to Songbird Cabin and the surrounding area. I hope you will come for another visit soon. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Curtis D.

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

Always a wonderful stay

This was our 5th visit to Songbird Cabin and it was as wonderful as always. Spotlessly clean, comfortable, well equipped and Diane is such a thoughtful host. Looking forward to our next visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Dec, 2022
Thanks for reviewing the cabin. As always, it is good to hear that everything was clean and that you enjoyed your visit. Will look forward to your next visit. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy E.

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

Quiet and relaxing

Quiet and relaxing and host very very nice and communication with host was excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2024
Thank you Amy and family. Glad you found the cabin to be relaxing. We look forward to you coming for another stay soon. Diane
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time! Bianca was attentive and welcoming at every opportunity. The cabin was comfortable, clean, and thoughtfully decorated. It was when we got our car stuck (our fault) after dark on the road to the cabin that Bianca and team really won the day. Bianca sent her brother and two others to help in under 15 minutes. They had us safely moving again in unbelievably short amount of time. We were so humbled and grateful to them for their helpful generosity. We will stay here again, for sure (and take the curve on the road up the hill a little less tightly -- ha!).
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jan, 2026
Thank you for your review. We are thrilled that you enjoyed your stay and loved the cabin. We hope you will visit us again soon. Happy New Year
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julian B.

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

Great cabin for family and dogs

We had a great time visiting the Boone area staying at this cabin. The cabin is well fit out and the view is excellent. We hope to be back sometime soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Oct, 2023
So glad you enjoyed your visit to Songbird Cabin. We will look forward to you visiting us again soon. We just updated our photos for the cabin and added some arial views from around the farm. Hope you enjoy seeing them when you look at our page again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brad K.

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

Secluded and Serene

Great cabin to get away from the daily grind and enjoy the beautiful mountains of NC.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct, 2022
Thank you for reviewing the cabin. It is a great get away spot. I hope you enjoyed the time in spite of the cold weather we had during your stay. Diane
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott P.

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

Perfect retreat!

The cabin was close enough to all the things we wanted to do over Father's Day weekend, yet felt very secluded. Everything was as advertised; would love to come stay again, especially in the fall or winter.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Jun, 2022
Thank you for your review. I hope you can make it back again. The fall is always beautiful in the mountains of NC. Diane
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon C.

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

Nice quiet time away. Great view.

We picked a spot out of town. It was a quiet secluded place. We enjoyed it.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Oct, 2022
So glad you enjoyed you stay at Songbird Cabin. I hope you will come back again soon. Diane
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Johnny L.

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

Songbird Cabin

The cabin and view were a delight. You won’t be disappointed!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept, 2023
Thank you for your review. The view is always a delight and is ever changing. Also thank you for the recommendations you made in a private message. We will certainly be working on your suggestions. Suggestions and ideas are always appreciated. Hope you will visit us again soon. Diane, Owner
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

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

Family Vacation

Loved this cozy cabin with beautiful panoramic views. My family and I can’t wait to go back and make more memories. It’s definitely an experience worth repeating.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Mar, 2023
Melissa, So glad you had a great experience and we welcome you back anytime. Happy Springtime to you and your family. Diane
Verified

8/10 Good

Carrie W.

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

Beautiful view, cozy cabin

My partner and I had a wonderful time at this lovely cabin. It's tucked away in the woods and very quiet. The view is amazing. We even got to see a little snow which made my trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Feb, 2024
Carrie, We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at Songbird Cabin. And we do hope you will visit us again whenever you are in this area. So glad you got to experience the snow while visiting. Diane (Owner) Bianca (Manager)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

dennis s.

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

Great little getaway

Just the right size for two people, far enough away from civilization for some peace and quiet but not too far away to make it inconvenient. Very well maintained, updated.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct, 2020
Thank you for your review. The cabin has been a wonderful place for many to relax and unwind from the stress of 2020. Remember that every season has it’s own special attractions and I hope you will come for another visit soon
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony C.

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

Enjoyable mountain stay

My wife and I had a great long weekend getaway at the Christmas tree farm. We got snowed in and just enjoyed the cozy cabin for the weekend. Diane was a gracious host and stayed in contact when needed. Would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jan, 2022
Thank you for your review and I'm so glad you had a great weekend in spite of being snowbound. The weather this January has reminded us that we still have winter in the mountains of NC. I look forward to you next visit when maybe we can get together for a tour around the farm or maybe a hike somewhere in the area. Thank you again for choosing Songbird Cabin. Diane

About the host

Hosted by Bianca Morris

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Why they chose this property

The 26 ac. farm was at one time owned by my ancestors and when it came up for sale, my grandmother was blessed to be able to purchase it. She purchased the farm in 1986 and planted her first Christmas trees in the Spring. In about 1992 her late husband and herself opened the farm for choose and cut and invited people to visit the farm on weekends during Nov. and Dec. to pick out their perfect Christmas tree. Many of those customers often stated they would love to visit during other seasons. This planted the seed for a rental cabin. In 2000, after the passing of her husband in 1999, she decided it was time to put their dream into action and had Songbird Cabin built so that she could begin sharing her farm with others throughout the year.

What makes this property unique

My grandmother (the property owner) chose to build Songbird cabin on a section of the farm that has the most beautiful long-range views. From the deck of the cabin, you can see the slopes of Ski Beech Mountain and you can see a view of Grandfather Mountain. Or you can just enjoy the view of the surrounding properties. One guest said that sitting on the deck and watching the clouds and the sky was like watching "God's paintbrush at work".

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