Welcome to The Bristle & Birch
Step inside and discover a mountain retreat designed for comfort, style, and togetherness. Every room blends moody earthiness, vintage softness, and rustic elegance, with rich nature-inspired tones and all-new furnishings. Kids will love the cozy bunk room, while adults can unwind in the barrel sauna, soak in the hot tub, or gather around the fire pit under the stars. With an outdoor game room, peaceful forest views, and year-round amenities, this is the perfect escape for snowy winter adventures, hiking and biking in the spring, fall leaf peeping or breezy summer getaways.
Highlights include:
âą Hot Tub
âą Fire Pit
âą Barrel Sauna
âą Outdoor Game Room
âą TVs in each bedroom and living room for all your streaming needs
âą Free parking (driveway accommodates at least 4 vehicles)
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Second Floor â Entry, Living Spaces & Upper Deck
Enter the home on the second floor, where youâll be greeted by a quiet sitting area for fourâperfect for morning coffee or catching up at the end of the day. The sitting area flows into a spacious living room and open kitchen, creating a natural gathering place for shared meals and conversation.
âą Dining Room: Seats eight comfortably for family dinners or festive celebrations.
âą Kitchen: Fully equipped with pots, pans, glassware, dishes, and all the essentials for cooking and dining at home.
âą Bedrooms: Two on this floorâone with a king bed and another with queen-over-queen bunks.
âą Bathroom: Full bathroom conveniently located on this level.
âą Upper Deck: A spacious deck designed for year-round enjoyment. Dine at the large table for 10, fire up the BBQ grill, or lounge on the outdoor couch and seating area under the glow of string lightsâthe perfect setting for long evenings, laughter, and fresh mountain air.
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Third Floor â Master Suite
The entire third floor is dedicated to the master suite, featuring a king-sized bed and a cozy reading nook with trundle daybeds. Forgot a book? The Free Little Library offers a variety of âtake one/leave oneâ options.
âą Bathroom: Private en-suite half bath.
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First Floor â Kid-Friendly Fun
The lower level is designed with kids and families in mind. The fourth bedroom includes two sets of full-over-full bunk beds, plus a 50â TV and plenty of games for late-night fun or rainy-day entertainment.
âą Bathroom: Full bathroom conveniently located on this level.
âą Laundry: Full-size washer and dryer.
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Outdoor Game Room & Lower Deck
Step out onto the lower-level deck and discover an outdoor game room with:
âą Full-size ping pong table
âą Mini foosball table
âą Built-in beverage cooler
âą Porch swing
âą Bar top with stools overlooking the fire pit and hot tub
âą Fishing poles (spinning reels) for local ponds & lakes â Local fishing regulations apply
Hand-painted murals add a fun, social media-worthy backdropâperfect for selfies and sharing your stay (donât forget to tag us!). A gas BBQ grill makes it easy to whip up burgers, hot dogs, or mountain-style meals without ever leaving the fun.
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Hot Tub, Sauna & Fire Pit
âą Barrel Sauna: Relax and recover after a day of adventure. Detox, unwind, and prepare for a restful nightâs sleep.
âą Hot Tub: Perfect for soothing sore muscles after skiing, hiking, or biking. The bubbling warmth is ideal for winding down with friends and family.
âą Fire Pit: Convenient propane setupâno firewood required. Roast marshmallows, share stories, or spot deer wandering through the property under the starlit sky.
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Your Mountain Getaway
Whatever your groupâs needsâquiet relaxation, outdoor adventure, or memory-making momentsâThe Bristle & Birch delivers a one-of-a-kind experience in the heart of North Carolinaâs High Country.
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Other Things to Note
âą Beech Mountain Ski Resort â 2.6 miles away
âą General Mercantile Store â 3.6 miles away
âą Numerous local restaurants
âą Brewery in Beech Mountain
âą Several golf courses within a 30-minute drive
âą Abundant hiking & biking trails nearby