Log Cabin with View - Hot Tub, 61 Inch TV, Pool Table, Wi-Fi in Boone

Please refer to the availability calendar on the right side of this page before making an inquiry.  I do keep my calendar up to date.  My rates are also listed down below.  I do prefer email inquiries.  By filling out the contact owner form on the right side of this webpage.

Unwind and enjoy the wonderful views while rocking on the covered
wrap around deck. You can also take in the views while relaxing in
the hot tub, then warm up in front front of the cozy wood-burning
fireplace in the family room. The kitchen has been stocked with
everything you need, whether you're preparing a large group meal or a
romantic dinner for two. Take in those great views from the dining
table while you eat!

The cabin features TVs in each bedroom and family room all with built
in DVD/VCRs. Big kids and small love the X-BOX. Cheer for your
favorite team on the 61-inch big screen TV with surround sound in the
lower level while playing pool. High speed Internet access through
our PC and WiFi is available for your laptops.

Snuggle up with your favorite book on the upper level loft (and maybe
catch a nap) in a cozy overstuffed chair or just sit back, relax and
enjoy the peace and quiet of the Blue Ridge Mountains in this
tastefully decorated High Country Hide-Away. Comfortable furniture
and the owner's personal touches will help make for an enjoyable
stay. 

Whether you want a weekend getaway or an extended stay, tranquility and/or excitement can be found here.  At an elevation close to 4000 feet the temperature rarely get's above 80 degrees, so come beat the heat or visit in the winter and enjoy the snow activities.

Most of all come experience why our guests return time and time again to our High Country Hide-Away.

Location:
Crystal Mountain, is a quiet gated community hidden off of Shulls Mill Rd which runs between HWY 105 and HWY 221.  Conveniently located 6 miles from Blowing Rock, Boone and Valle Crucis (home of the Original Mast General Store).  It's centrally located to all of the High Country attractions and is less than 5 miles away from the Blue Ridge Parkway entrance.

Crystal Mountain community has a common area with picnic tables under a pavilion.

Upper level – 1 bedroom with king size bed, full bath & loft/reading area
Main level – 1 bedroom with queen bed, and 1 bedroom with 2 twin beds that each bedroom shares a full bath.   Main enterance to the log cabin home, kitchen and family room are also on this level. 
Lower level – 1 bedroom with a queen size bed and a rec area with a pullout queen bed sleeper/sofa plus a bathroom that is connected to the bedroom

Entertainment
61 inch big screen TV in rec area with DVD/VCR
25 inch TV -VCR - DVD in family room
19 - 25" TV's - VCR - DVD in each bedroom
Cable TV is provide with all the sports channels
AM - FM stereo system
Pool Table
A wide selection of VCR and DVD movies
X-Box Video Console & Games
PC computer conect to the internet
Wireless internet access
Reading Books - Adult and Children

Kitchen - is fully stocked with everything you need  
refrigerator with ice maker, range/oven, dish washer, microwave, coffee maker & coffee grinder, blender, toaster - 4 slice, pots, pans, cooking utensils
Dining Rom Table with seating for 10
out door gas grill

Misc.
Hot tub 6-8 person tub
Firewood is provided 
Sheets are provided
10 bath towels are provided
Telephone

Bedrooms
Alarm-Clocks in each bedroom
Ceiling-Fans in bedrooms, family room and loft area
19 - 25" TV's - VCR - DVD in each bedroom

Lower Level
Iron & board
Washing machine
Clothes dryer
Refrigerator - Mini-Size 

All of the following destinations can be reached in 10 – 60 minutes.

Nearby High Country Attractions
Grandfather Mountain – drive you car to the top of the mountain and enjoy the views or venture off on one of the hiking trails
Tweetsie Railroad - Theme Park great for small children
Linville Waterfalls
Linville Caverns
Trout Lake – fishing and walking trail around the lake 3-4 miles from the cabin
Moses Cone Park & Gift Shop
Horn in the West – Boone – Heritage and culture outdoor play
Highland Games - Grandfather Mountain
Entrance to the Blue Ridge Parkway is less than 5 miles away.
Mystery Hill in Blowing Rock

High Country Towns
Boone – 7 miles away - The largest area town and home of Appalachian State University (ASU) (App St) Mountaineers and its three-time division I-AA national champion football team
Blowing Rock 6 miles away - Great town to walk and shop at the small boutiques
Valle Crucis 7 miles away - Home of the Original Mast General Store and Candy Annex
Banner Elk 14 miles away - Great town to walk and shop at the small boutiques

Outdoor Adventures
Public Golf Courses - Boone Golf Club, Willow Creek, Golf Sugar Mountain, Red Tail Mountain Golf Club & Mountain Aire
Horseback Riding – Valle Crucis
Miniature golf – Boone
Fun and Wheels – race cars - Boone
Zoo/Wildlife – Grandfather Mountain
Parks – Moses Cone Park, Gift Shop & Bass Lake fishing, walking/easy hiking trails
Shopping – Boone has major shopping.  Blowing Rock and Banner Elk have small boutiques
Sightseeing – Blue Ridge Parkway
Restaurants – largest selection is in Boone, then Blowing Rock and Banner Elk
White Water Rafting, Canoeing & Kayaking - Watauga River
Canoe rentals – Price Lake
Picnic – Price lake
Power Boat Rentals – Lake Watauga
Waterskiing - Lake Watauga
Waterfalls & Swimming holes – Elk Falls
Wildlife Viewing – you may see Turkeys, raccoons and deer in the neighborhood Hiking - everywhere
Biking Mountain – Creeper Trail
Biking Road
Tennis – Blowing Rock and Appalachian State University (ASU)
Trout Fishing – 5 minutes from the cabin at the end of Shulls Mill Rd – Watauga River
Grand Father Trout Farm – Stocked trout pond pay for what you catch and your almost guaranteed to catch some trout (visit in the morning)
Hunting
Zipline at Hawkesnest
Rock Climbing
Antiquing – Blowing Rock
Health/Beauty Spa – Crestwood, Chetola, Westglow
Cinemas/Movie - Boone
Live Theatre – Blowing Rock & Banner Elk
Museums
Bird watching

Winter Activities
Skiing/Snowboarding - Appalachian Ski Mountain, Sugar Mountain & Ski Beech all within 20-40 minutes away
Snow Tubing and Zipline – Hawkesnest less than 25 minutes away
Sledding – At the entrance to the (Blue Ridge Parkway and Shulls Mill Rd and HWY 221)
Cross Country Skiing – Moses Cone Park

Feb 28 - May 2.................$225nt, $1075/wk (3nt min) (Mon-Wed.) $125/nt)
May 3 - Jun 9...................$250nt, $1275/wk (3nt min) (Mon-Wed $175/nt)
Jun 10 - Aug 17................$1475/wk (Sat to Sat only weekly rentals)
Aug 18 - Sep 28................$1100/wk, $250/nt (3nt min) (Mon-Wed $175/nt)
Sept 29 - Nov 10................$1400/wk, $275/nt (3nt min) (Mon-Wed $200/nt)
Nov 11 - Nov 18.................$1000/wk, $225/nt (3nt min)(Mon-Wed $150/nt)
Thanksgiving Week Rental you pick the dates $1950/wk (only week long rental)
Nov 24 - Dec 18...............$1000/wk, $225/nt (3nt min)(Mon-Wed $150/nt)
Dec 19 - Dec 26...............$1925/wk (only weekly rental) over Christmas break
Dec 26 - Jan 2.................$2325/wk (only weekly rental) over New years



Additional information about rental rates and reservations:
* Add $75 for processing fee (which includes departure cleaning fee)
* Add extra $25 per night for holiday weekend rentals
* $250 refundable Security Deposit is required.  It’s usually returned in 7-14 days after checkout.  Once my housekeeper verifies the cabin was left in the condition it was found (besides normal cleaning).
* A Rental deposit $250 is required to make a reservation along with signed paperwork.  This $250 rolls into your refundable security deposit once full payment has been received.
* The total rental balance is due 30 days prior to arrival date or immediately if booked within 30 days of your visit.
* Forms of acceptable payment are: Personal Check, Cashier's Check, Money Order and Credit Card (Add 3% for credit card Service Fee)
* Absolutely NO PETS ALLOWED - Owner is highly allergic to cats and dogs.  Please don’t even ask.
* Check in is after 3:30 pm and Check out is before 10 am
* To make a reservation please fill out the online form on this website which will send me an email so that I can then send you an email with the paperwork necessary to make a reservation.  Please be sure to check your spam/junk mail folders for my return emails too.
* Must be 23 years and older to rent
* THIS IS NOT A BIG PARTY CABIN!  It’s located in a neighborhood with some year round residents that don’t appreciate a lot of outside noise after 10pm
* This is a non-smoking cabin
* 4 Wheel Drive is recommended in the winter months mid Dec - mid March
* Parking is limited to only four vehicles
* PLEASE CHECK THE AVAILABILTY CALENDAR ON THIS WEBSITE BEFORE MAKING AN INQUIRY.  I KEEP MY CALENDAR UP TO DATE. MY RATES ARE ALSO POSTED ON THIS WEBSITE.  I DO PREFER EMAIL INQUIRES.