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Charming A-frame cottage✨Boone & Blowing Rock✨Bold Creek✨Huge Deck✨Hound Ears

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Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Onsite parking
Smart TV, fireplace, stereo
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Charming A-frame cottage✨Boone & Blowing Rock✨Bold Creek✨Huge Deck✨Hound Ears

Perfect Mountain Getaway - minutes away from all the NC mountains have to offer.

Classic, recently remodeled, treehouse A-frame on a lot with beautiful boulders, bold creek and winter views of Grandfather Mountain. When you arrive, step into a fairytale setting.

Come relax & enjoy! Our mountain cottage is small enough for a romantic get-away, but roomy enough for two families or three couples.

Sip a glass of wine with a loved one or friends while you sit beside the gorgeous bold creek that runs through the property. Hunt for crayfish & salamanders with the kids. Take a stroll through the huge boulders that surround you. A truly spectacular spot!

Hound Ears renters enjoy access to a private portion of the Watauga River as well as the famous Hound Ears Boulders especially for you climbers out there* -- and hiking trails that meander throughout the gated community.

Easy drive to Boone, Blowing Rock, Banner Elk, Grandfather Mountain and the Blue Ridge Viaduct.

Boulder Bend Cottage is the perfect place to forget about the daily grind & enjoy the famous North Carolina Mountains.

*Hound Ears permission required for climbing

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Property manager

Megan Blackwell

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Stereo
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1200 sq ft (111 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

Map
Boone, NC

What's nearby

  • Hound Ears Golf Club - 16 min walk
  • Foggy Mountain Gem Mine - 7 min drive
  • Kidd Brewer Stadium - 14 min drive
  • Appalachian State University - 15 min drive
  • Appalachian Ski Mtn. - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Central Dining Hall - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪River Street Ale House - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Pedalin' Pig-Boone - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Troy's 105 Diner - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria El Paso - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming A-frame cottage✨Boone & Blowing Rock✨Bold Creek✨Huge Deck✨Hound Ears pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Charming A-frame cottage✨Boone & Blowing Rock✨Bold Creek✨Huge Deck✨Hound Ears?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming A-frame cottage✨Boone & Blowing Rock✨Bold Creek✨Huge Deck✨Hound Ears?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming A-frame cottage✨Boone & Blowing Rock✨Bold Creek✨Huge Deck✨Hound Ears located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Watauga River and Hound Ears Golf Club. The Greater Foscoe Mining Co. and Moses H. Cone Memorial Park are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Charming A-frame cottage✨Boone & Blowing Rock✨Bold Creek✨Huge Deck✨Hound Ears Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

charlotte k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great rental!
Your home is beautiful inside and out. Loved the outdoor space by the flowing creek. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Porter G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
Great house. Clean with comfortable beds and a well-stocked kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lexie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cabin!
We loved our stay! Perfect size, well stocked, nice fire place and loved the outdoors! The steam was so nice to be able to listen too.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary S., Zebulon, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place!
The property was so cool, we loved the outdoor area with the river running through it. All of the beds and linens were very comfortable. Nicely updated cabin. We will definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark & Amy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house
Such a great house and location. We came up for an ASU game and had a wonderful time, wish we could have stayed longer to explore the area! Megan is a fantastic host!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy
Extremely cozy, we’ll definitely be staying again
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Ryan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a blast, great location
Thank you for letting us stay, we had a great time. Your house is in a wonderful location. We definitely enjoyed the stream.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Darra Dane C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect mini vacation!
We absolutely loved this little house. Perfect for 3 kids, 2 parents, and 2 grandparents. The location is so close to Boone and Banner Elk. The boulders surrounding the house and the little creek were fun to explore. We would definitely return here for our next visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hilary J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cozy cabin
Beautiful property and scenery, especially the back yard area with creek. Cozy, cute, and clean cabin. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

James F., Kennesaw, GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay!
We rolled in for some late season skiing in Sugar Mountain. The Hike was comfortable and the hosts were very welcoming. We greatly enjoyed the decor and the property is beautiful. Highly recommend and we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome House
Amazing house, with awesome views, my daughter LOVED the loft playroom! Perfect for a family vacation to Boone.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain hideaway
We just finished our 2nd stay here and we didn't want to leave. The cabin is wonderfully cozy, inviting, and always clean. I cannot say enough good things about the property and the host. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet Cabin in the woods
Property was inviting with nice seating by the stream in the woods. Very peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

James M., Saucier, MS

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice get away
Nice and clean The best security of any place I’ve stayed “Ever” Only small issue is natural steps into properly if you have a gait issue can require caution with luggage If you are able bodied however this is your place !!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Thanksgiving
We visit the Boone area regularly and have stayed in a few homes in Hound Ears. This was one of our favorites! The house was cute, cozy, tastefully renovated. Loved the outdoor space! Megan the owner was quick to respond to any and all questions and had wonderful recommendations for places to see and visit in the area. We hope to be back soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meredith T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great fun for everyone!
We loved our stay! The cabin was so peaceful. Our favorite spot was the back deck, which easily accommodated the 6 kids and 2 adults on our trip. The kids had endless entertainment in the creek and everyone slept like logs. Very comfortable beds and a great kitchen. We were happy mommas!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meghan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
fantastic
Fantastic
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nelson S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enchanting
Beautiful home. Amazing layout. Lots of games for the kids. Amazing views. The creak was so peaceful. Wish i never had to leave.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Johanna G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully updated and comfortable property with nice outdoor area.
Our family visits the area every fall and have stayed in a number of similar houses in Hounds Ears. This property has been the best one so far! The house is beautifully updated and has a well equipped kitchen. We enjoyed the comfortable king sized bed and the kids enjoyed their own rooms and bathroom upstairs. The outside has plenty of seating on the new deck and a fire pit, as well as access to the creek. We enjoyed the games and jigsaw puzzles as well! Parking was very easy, we fit an SUV and minivan without a problem. Thank you for a relaxing weekend away!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome winter weekend
My husband and I took our two young kids (6,4) snow tubing at hawks nest and to blowing rock for a long weekend. Location was great, especially to hawksnest and grandfather vineyard, which we all loved. We absolutely loved our stay here. The kids loved the kids room with the loft and wanted to live there forever. My husband and I enjoyed the nice fireplace in the den while they played up there. We all had so much fun on the rocks and swing and waterfall in the back of the house as well. I think this feature truly sets this property apart from others we considered. We would love to come back and stay at this fun house for another weekend! Megan was super responsive to every question as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Adorable A-frame in great location
We've stayed in a lot of VRBOs and this was our favorite! The cabin was adorable - great updates, comfortable furniture, well stocked, and a lot of charm. My girls loved their room with the single beds and loft, and my son enjoyed having his own room with a king size bed. I usually bring toys but tried to keep it simple, but we wouldn't have needed them! There were games, puzzles, and wooden blocks. We also loved the outdoor area with the boulders, stream, deck, and paths around the property. We would've spent a lot more time there if it hadn't been winter. The cabin was conveniently located. And the host reached out to make sure we had everything we needed and provided great tips for activities in the area. This is definitely a place we'd stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic!
My family, a total of 7 people, enjoyed our stay at Boulder Bend. We are already looking into rebooking next winter. The location is fantastic to all of the nearby towns. The neighborhood is beautiful, unique and gated. However, you still feel secluded. The backyard is amazing with the creek running through, chairs, swing, fire pit, grill, and boulders to climb on. Our children loved exploring out back. We felt safe allowing our 6 and 7 year old outside exploring while we watched from the porch. The house was quaint and is fully stocked with anything you need. Megan is a wonderful host! Great communication and recommendations. We woke up to a light dusting of snow one morning and it was lovely to sit in the family room watching it fall with the gas fire place on (the fireplace did give off heat on the lower level). Our children loved their room and loft. One of the best places we’ve stayed at! A very homey feel. Thank you, Megan, for a wonderful stay. We hope to stay again next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marie G., Efland North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint charming getaway
Loved the setting, like you are in the middle of the woods. Outdoor space is great (when the weather cooperated), the brook in the back yard is soothing and refreshing. Loved the swing that hangs from the deck. The interior accommodated all of us comfortably, even for a dinner party of 11 (we had to all be indoors due to the rain). Interior layout was very nice, kitchen was open and stocked but could be better organized and stoked with updated/newer items. Steps to the loft were a bit of a challenge for us 55+'s, but manageable. Had some issues with the fireplace and the host was helpful, but we just couldn't get it to work. My college graduates really enjoyed the puzzles and they put the wooden one together and the other large one, but it was missing one piece! Hosts were always available and willing to answer my many questions. Just a warm comfortable environment. We will definitely be back. Thank you!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

6/10 Okay

Desiree A.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Misleading and musty at a minimum
I've traveled a lot over my career, from dive hotels and quaint B&Bs, to the JW, as well as many vacation rentals. The pictures looked great. It was everything we thought we needed. But upon walking in, this place STUNK. Literally. It smelled musty at a minimum, and moldy for those that may be sensitive. This was a huge red flag for our daughter's health, as she's sensitive to mold. The steps were really steep, but I didn't see that until the check in instructions. You have to watch your step, and those steps are gross. Stained carpet throughout upstairs. Upon checking the mattresses (necessary for traveling), they were stained and not protected at all. The host should invest in mattress protectors as well as encasement. Also, bedding with stains should be replaced. The kitchen is redone, and looks nice. The primary bath is also nice. We immediately contacted the host, and she was kind enough to refund us so we could find somewhere else to stay. She gets 5 stars for communication. You may also want to note that she charges a security *DEPOSIT* rather than a security hold, as most hosts charge holds. This place could be a real gem with new bedding, mattress protection, clean carpets, and mold/mildew remediation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Returning Visitors
This was our second time staying here and everything was great! Hosts are responsive to questions, house is clean and has everything you need. My kids love the loft area and that bedroom is perfect for kids. Nice location. I'm sure we will back again! Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024