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Closest cabin to Tweetsie. BEST Blowing Rock Location! Hot tub & game room
Family-friendly holiday home in Blowing Rock with a hot tub
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9.8 out of 10
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3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Sleeps 11 1800 sq ft
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Blowing Rock, NC
- Place, Tweetsie Railroad8 min walk
- Place, Appalachian Ski Mtn.4 min drive
- Place, Appalachian State University9 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 11)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
3 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Loft
1 Double Futon
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
Closest cabin to Tweetsie. BEST Blowing Rock Location! Hot tub & game room
Welcome to Popi's Porch, the best VRBO in Blowing Rock, NC. Located 8 mins from App Ski Mtn, 0.1 miles from Tweetsie Railroad & 3-5 mins from Appalachian State, the Blue Ridge Parkway, Mystery Hill, Tanger Outlets & more. This cozy cabin is the perfect jumping off point for zip lining, hiking, shopping, gem mining, restaurants, brewery's & wineries. We have IT ALL! A private creek with a swing, hot tub, fully stocked kitchen, a game room, the perfect layout, and the ABSOLUTE BEST location in the High Country! Your family will make memories that last a lifetime here at your home away from home. We are VRBO Premier Hosts with fabulous reviews.
Popi's Porch features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a loft (sleeps 11):
- Main Level: fully stocked kitchen, living room, fireplace, full bathroom, bedroom 1 (Queen), bedroom 2 (2 sets of bunks; 3 twin beds and 1 full bed)
- Upper Level: Loft with pull out couch (Queen), TV & kids games, bedroom 3 (King), full bathroom
- Total: 6 beds + a sleeper sofa (maximum of 11 guests)
- Front porch with rocking chairs
- Back deck with hot tub, gas fire pit, picnic table and plenty of seating
- Downstairs game room featuring air hockey, ping pong, basketball and a washer/dryer
- Walk to Birdie's Coffee and Blue Deer Ice Cream from the cabin (Less than one mile walk via trail head at the bottom of Middle Fork Rd.)
- Beautiful creek + tree swing located within walking distance of the home, perfect for playing in!
- Parking for 4 vehicles
- 2 full size refrigerators
- All towels, sheets and basic essentials included
- No furry friends please!
- Our area averages 34" of snow per year, and we are minutes to the slopes, making it the perfect place for a ski weekend!
- We are located 0.1 miles from Highway 321, a well-plowed road in winter weather. During winter, 4WD is recommended and parking at the bottom of the driveway is encouraged. It is a very short walk up the driveway to the home. A snow shovel and salt are provided for renter use.
Come as you are and let us take care of the rest.
HERE'S WHAT IS INCLUDED:
- All linens, bath towels and hot tub towels
- Pack n Play and High Chair
- Dish Soap, Kitchen Sponge, Hand Soap, Dishwasher Detergent, Laundry Detergent, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Wash
- Starter Kit of Toilet Paper, Paper Towels, K Cups
GUEST ACCESS: You will get a door code before check-in. No need to meet anyone for keys. You get the whole house to yourself. 4 vehicles max. There is parking for two vehicles at the top of the driveway and two vehicles at the bottom of the driveway. We are located 0.1 miles from Highway 321, a well-plowed road in winter weather. During winter, 4WD is recommended and parking at the bottom of the driveway is encouraged. It is a very short walk up the driveway to the home. A snow shovel and salt are provided for renter use.
HOUSE RULES: We love making memories here and hope you do too! Help us care for the home by following a few easy house rules:
* No pets (this includes emotional support animals)
* All renters and guests of renters must be ages 25+, with the exception of minor children visiting with family.
* Checkout is at 10:00am, unless a written exception is made with the homeowner prior to arrival. A late checkout fee of $100 per hour will be charged.
*A large exterior trash can is provided for renter use. Trash pickup services are provided once a week on Tuesdays. Trash can lid must be on and fully closed at all times. Please take any additional trash to the Aho Convenience Center located at 5645 US-321., Blowing Rock. A $50 fee may be deducted from your security deposit for any trash left outside the can OR trash that is placed in the can unbagged. All trash placed in the outdoor trash can must be bagged.
* No smoking anywhere on property (this includes electronic cigarettes)
* No parties
* Maximum number of guests is 11 (this includes adults and children)
* Firearms are not permitted
* Do not lean or hang on railings
* The fireplace is shut down from April 1 to October 1
* Alcohol is not allowed near the hot tub; please do not use the hot tub if you have consumed alcohol or you are pregnant. Use the hot tub at your own risk.
* No refunds for weather/natural disasters/power outages/other things that are beyond our control. Two parking areas are available at the bottom of the driveway. A snow shovel and salt are available for renter use.
* There is one exterior camera facing the driveway for security purposes. There are no other cameras on the property.
**Enhanced cleaning practices are implemented at this property.
Our area averages 34" of snow per year, and we are minutes to the slopes, making it the perfect place for a ski weekend!
We are located 0.1 miles from Highway 321, a well-plowed road in winter weather. During winter, 4WD is recommended and parking at the bottom of the driveway is encouraged. It is a very short walk up the driveway to the home. A snow shovel and salt are provided for renter use.
Popi's Porch features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a loft (sleeps 11):
- Main Level: fully stocked kitchen, living room, fireplace, full bathroom, bedroom 1 (Queen), bedroom 2 (2 sets of bunks; 3 twin beds and 1 full bed)
- Upper Level: Loft with pull out couch (Queen), TV & kids games, bedroom 3 (King), full bathroom
- Total: 6 beds + a sleeper sofa (maximum of 11 guests)
- Front porch with rocking chairs
- Back deck with hot tub, gas fire pit, picnic table and plenty of seating
- Downstairs game room featuring air hockey, ping pong, basketball and a washer/dryer
- Walk to Birdie's Coffee and Blue Deer Ice Cream from the cabin (Less than one mile walk via trail head at the bottom of Middle Fork Rd.)
- Beautiful creek + tree swing located within walking distance of the home, perfect for playing in!
- Parking for 4 vehicles
- 2 full size refrigerators
- All towels, sheets and basic essentials included
- No furry friends please!
- Our area averages 34" of snow per year, and we are minutes to the slopes, making it the perfect place for a ski weekend!
- We are located 0.1 miles from Highway 321, a well-plowed road in winter weather. During winter, 4WD is recommended and parking at the bottom of the driveway is encouraged. It is a very short walk up the driveway to the home. A snow shovel and salt are provided for renter use.
Come as you are and let us take care of the rest.
HERE'S WHAT IS INCLUDED:
- All linens, bath towels and hot tub towels
- Pack n Play and High Chair
- Dish Soap, Kitchen Sponge, Hand Soap, Dishwasher Detergent, Laundry Detergent, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Wash
- Starter Kit of Toilet Paper, Paper Towels, K Cups
GUEST ACCESS: You will get a door code before check-in. No need to meet anyone for keys. You get the whole house to yourself. 4 vehicles max. There is parking for two vehicles at the top of the driveway and two vehicles at the bottom of the driveway. We are located 0.1 miles from Highway 321, a well-plowed road in winter weather. During winter, 4WD is recommended and parking at the bottom of the driveway is encouraged. It is a very short walk up the driveway to the home. A snow shovel and salt are provided for renter use.
HOUSE RULES: We love making memories here and hope you do too! Help us care for the home by following a few easy house rules:
* No pets (this includes emotional support animals)
* All renters and guests of renters must be ages 25+, with the exception of minor children visiting with family.
* Checkout is at 10:00am, unless a written exception is made with the homeowner prior to arrival. A late checkout fee of $100 per hour will be charged.
*A large exterior trash can is provided for renter use. Trash pickup services are provided once a week on Tuesdays. Trash can lid must be on and fully closed at all times. Please take any additional trash to the Aho Convenience Center located at 5645 US-321., Blowing Rock. A $50 fee may be deducted from your security deposit for any trash left outside the can OR trash that is placed in the can unbagged. All trash placed in the outdoor trash can must be bagged.
* No smoking anywhere on property (this includes electronic cigarettes)
* No parties
* Maximum number of guests is 11 (this includes adults and children)
* Firearms are not permitted
* Do not lean or hang on railings
* The fireplace is shut down from April 1 to October 1
* Alcohol is not allowed near the hot tub; please do not use the hot tub if you have consumed alcohol or you are pregnant. Use the hot tub at your own risk.
* No refunds for weather/natural disasters/power outages/other things that are beyond our control. Two parking areas are available at the bottom of the driveway. A snow shovel and salt are available for renter use.
* There is one exterior camera facing the driveway for security purposes. There are no other cameras on the property.
**Enhanced cleaning practices are implemented at this property.
Our area averages 34" of snow per year, and we are minutes to the slopes, making it the perfect place for a ski weekend!
We are located 0.1 miles from Highway 321, a well-plowed road in winter weather. During winter, 4WD is recommended and parking at the bottom of the driveway is encouraged. It is a very short walk up the driveway to the home. A snow shovel and salt are provided for renter use.
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Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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About the area
Blowing Rock
Located in Blowing Rock, this holiday home is near theme parks and in the mountains. Mystery Hill and Appalachian Cultural Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sugar Mountain Resort and Doc's Rocks Gem Mine. Travelling with kids? Consider Tweetsie Railroad, or check out an event or a game at Holmes Convocation Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Blowing Rock, NC
What's nearby
- Tweetsie Railroad - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Appalachian Ski Mtn. - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
- Boone Golf Club - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
- Appalachian State University - 9 min drive - 7.7 km
- Kidd Brewer Stadium - 10 min drive - 8.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Chick-fil-A - 5 min drive
- Pepper's Restaurant and Bar - 5 min drive
- Come Back Shack - 5 min drive
- Los Arcoiris - 5 min drive
- Starbucks - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Justin & Lauren

Welcome to Popi’s Porch in beautiful Blowing Rock, NC! The High Country holds a special place in our hearts and we are thrilled to share these majestic mountains with you. Popi’s Porch is named after our Dad, who was affectionately known by our oldest daughter as Popi (pronounced Pop-E). He was the life of the party, always bringing the fun wherever he went. He loved rocking on the porch with a coffee or glass of red wine in his hand and he lived by the motto, “don’t worry, be happy.” Whether you’re looking to unplug, unwind or let loose, we hope that you experience a little bit of the fun and joy he shared when you visit “Popi’s Porch!”
Why they chose this property
Home is wherever your heart is, and you'll find that Popi's Porch just feels like home. We've carefully curated a cabin that offers the perfect balance of comfort and fun to make lifelong memories with family and friends.
Come as you are and let us take care of the rest. Here's what's included:
- All linens, bath towels and hot tub towels
- Pack n Play and High Chair
- Dish Soap, Kitchen Sponge, Hand Soap, Dishwasher Detergent, Laundry Detergent, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Wash
- Start Kit of Toilet Paper, Paper Towels, K Cups
Come as you are and let us take care of the rest. Here's what's included:
- All linens, bath towels and hot tub towels
- Pack n Play and High Chair
- Dish Soap, Kitchen Sponge, Hand Soap, Dishwasher Detergent, Laundry Detergent, Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Wash
- Start Kit of Toilet Paper, Paper Towels, K Cups
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