Views, Vibes & Starry Skies! 4 BR/2 BA Dog Friendly Mountaintop Experience!

Welcome to Rock Castle, our family’s long-time, dog-friendly mountaintop gathering place—now open for everyone to enjoy!

Enjoy gorgeous views, peace, and mountain adventures.

Cozy up by the stone fireplace
Stargaze
Roam with your pup
Spot wildlife from the porch
Explore Floyd (15 miles away)

A fun and quirky place- medieval vibes meet the 70's! Full of heart with all the creature comforts-perfect for couples' trips, family getaways & their furry friends!

With over 200 private acres, beautiful views of Rock Castle Gorge & the Blue Ridge Mountains, and starry skies with minimal light pollution, this is a great escape from it all.

4BR | 2BA | 2-story | approx 3,500 sq ft

Inside, you’ll find:
A well-stocked home with everything you'll need for your stay
Stone floors, a cozy fireplace & a grand staircase
Comfy beds & fluffy towels
Mountain breezes & fresh air

A Home with History & Personality!

Built by our grandparents in the 1970s, Rock Castle has been our family’s gathering place for decades. It still holds its original quirky charm—think red shag carpet upstairs & mustard kitchen counters—mixed with modern comforts.

Come for the views, stay for the vibes. We're so excited to share Rock Castle with you!


What You’ll Find at Rock Castle

Kitchen & Dining
Well-stocked kitchen – fridge, brand-new stove/oven, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, drip coffee maker & French press
Plenty of tableware, utensils, drinkware & gadgets
Starter supplies – coffee, creamer, soaps, paper goods, & cleaning supplies
Full-size washer & dryer
Eat-in kitchen with a large table for family meals

Living & Relaxing
Open living/dining room – big windows, sliding glass doors, a giant stone fireplace, and a vintage bar

Bedrooms
Downstairs:
Box Bedroom - cozy queen bed built into the wall + a sitting area, with a full bath next door

Upstairs:
Yellow Room – sunny space with two twin beds, kids’ books & toys
Guest Room – queen bed + balcony access
Primary Suite – antique queen bed, stunning mountain views, & sliding glass doors to the balcony

WiFi & Entertainment
DSL WiFi available – can be spotty and slower than we're all used to, but it is usually decent for streaming (phone hotspots help!)
Two 32” Smart TVs upstairs with a DVD/VCR + a fun selection of 80s & 90s movies
Tons of books to browse
Non-smart TV in the kitchen with a digital antenna for a few local channels

Cooling & Heat
No AC, but the high elevation + mountain breezes keep it cool
Plenty of fans for warmer days
Electric ceiling heating in each bedroom
Giant fireplace in the living room for cozy nights

For the Kids
A magical place to explore! But it's not childproofed- ex: stairs, balconies, outlets, & mountains too!
Spacious twin bedroom with lots of play space, books & toys
A whole mountain top worth of adventure and a couple of fun swings!


Pet-Friendly
Well-behaved, house-trained dogs welcome!
No fenced yard, so please keep an eye on wanderers!
Crate requested if leaving pups alone
Furniture covers are provided for snuggle-loving dogs

Wildlife & Critters
You might get lucky enough to see butterflies, deer, foxes, wild turkeys, skinks, skunks, lots of birds & maybe even a bear or a bobcat!
We do our best to keep bugs outside, but it’s possible you may cross paths with something small that makes it in.