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Private Mountain Home w/ Incredible Views - 106 Acres, Hot Tub, Summertime Pool

Private Mountain Home w/ Incredible Views - 106 Acres, Hot Tub, Summertime Pool

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Overview of Private Mountain Home w/ Incredible Views - 106 Acres, Hot Tub, Summertime Pool

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
7 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 18390 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Check out the area

Map
Zionville, NC
  • Popular LocationAppalachian State University27 min drive
  • Popular LocationKidd Brewer Stadium28 min drive
  • Popular LocationBeech Mountain Resort46 min drive
  • AirportAbingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands)67 min drive

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Downstairs Bedroom 1

2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Double Bed

Downstairs Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Guest Cabin

1 Queen Bed

Main Floor Master

1 King Bed

Primary Master

1 King Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

5 bathrooms

Downstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Guest Cabin Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Main Floor Master Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Primary Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Private Mountain Home w/ Incredible Views - 106 Acres, Hot Tub, Summertime Pool

The Great Escape is a spectacular mountain property that was built for privacy, relaxation and the enjoyment of the Blue Ridge Mountains. 106 private acres. Newly added, in-ground private pool (30x14) available MAY 1st - SEPT 30 - no exceptions on dates. 4WD REQUIRED IN THE WINTER AND EARLY SPRING.

The spacious three level cabin with 6 bedrooms and two master bedrooms is located at 3,900 feet at the center/top of a private mountain spanning 106 acres which boasts spectacular westward views of meadows, mountains, and valleys. There is a guest cabin 100 yards from the main house that can be rented for $100 per night. The guest cabin includes the 7th bedroom and 5th bathroom.

There are three large TVs in the main house (family room, upstairs master, downstairs tv room) and one in the guest cabin, but we haven't put a TV in the other bedrooms primarily because we originally bought the house so our kids would watch less, not more TV.

30 minutes north of Boone, 20 minutes from Mountain City. Last half mile uphill on a private gravel driveway. FOUR WHEEL DRIVE REQUIRED IN WINTER AND EARLY SPRING (always check the weather). We have had guests attempt the driveway after a snow in two wheel drive and we end up having to ask our neighbors with 4WD for help :) We have had guests bring trailers with bikes/motorcycles up the driveway without any issues, however less experienced/skilled motorcycle riders might not be comfortable with the gravel/pitch of drive.

There are gas stations/convenience stores 5-10 minutes away, but the closest full service grocery stores are in Boone and Mountain City which are 30 and 20 mins, away respectively.

Key Amenities:
Main House: Six bedrooms/four baths in main house. This includes two master bedrooms. The primary master has a fireplace and a private deck with view.

There are two upstairs bedrooms with queens that share a bathroom.

In addition there are two "kids" rooms on the lower level that share a bathroom. These bedrooms have two bunk beds in each, however there is a full size bottom bunk in each room if you need more room for adults.

High Speed WIFI and ROKU/Cable.
Sonos music in the dining room, living room, upstairs master, downstairs rec room, deck and pool/patio/hot tub area. Makes it easy to stream your favorite music.

Two large TV areas with L-shaped couches. The one on the lower level is perfect for kids. Additional TV in the upstairs master.

Large dining room table seats 14.

Guest Cabin: 1 bedroom, w bath, kitchenette and sitting room (rents for an additional $100 per night). The guest cabin is approximately 100 yards from the main house. Great for grandparents, adult children who appreciate a little quiet. We never rent the guest cabin separately, so you will have complete privacy if you don't end up renting the guest cabin also. Guest cabin has high speed wifi and a smart TV too.

Spectacular mountain views
Very quiet - zero man-made noise
Spacious deck
30x14 in-ground pool with incredible views. Open MAY 1st - SEPT 30th, no exceptions.
Large, outdoor hot tub with great views
Great room with 20' cathedral ceiling
Two fireplaces (one in master, firewood provided, but bring kindling, fire starter, lighters, matches)
Fully equipped kitchen - granite counters/stainless appliances, keurig, traditional coffee maker, crock pot, waffle iron, microwave
Air conditioning
Two outdoor fire pits (firewood provided, but bring kindling, fire starter, lighters, matches)
Wrap around deck
Stone patio with tremendous view
Scenic pond
Foosball table (telescoping rods, awesome safety feature for little kids)
130' by 60' ball field
Gas grill
Hammocks
Cool, dry weather at 3,900 feet elevation
Pet Friendly
Free WiFi in main house. Guest cabin doesn't have wifi


Great cell phone coverage

Accommodations:
Second story: Master bedroom/bath with king bed, tv, balcony with view, electric fireplace
Two guest bedrooms, each with queen bed. Shared bathroom.

Main level: Master bedroom/bath with king bed, tv and walk-out deck and hot tub access

Lower level: large rec area with L-shaped couch and TV and two kids rooms with two bunk beds each. Shared bathroom.

Guest cabin has kitchen, bathroom, cozy living area and bedroom with queen bed - rents for an additional $100 per night, depending on the season. 100 yard walk from main house.

Still need more room - please reach out and I can refer you to another newly built rental house half a mile away.

Nearby Activities:
Hiking
Elk Knob State Park
Horseback riding
Fly fishing
- Wade fishing in the New River - 5-20 minutes away
- Float Trips on the Holston and Watauga Rivers
- Guides
-- Dustin Coffey
-- Foscoe Fishing
-- South Holston River Fly Shop

Rafting, Canoeing, Tubing

Cross Country Skiing
- Elk Knob State Park

Rock Climbing/Ropes Course


Downhill skiing
- Appalachian, Beech Mountain - 45-60 mins away

Golf
- Red Tail Golf Course (20 mins away in Mountain City)

Nearby Attractions:
Appalachian State University
Mast General Store - downtown Boone
Tweetsie Railroad

Require four wheel drive or all wheel drive in the winter. Last half mile is uphill a private gravel driveway.

Property manager

Gordie
Premier Host
Premier Host

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
We charge $50 per pet.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
You can smoke outside. Please pick up your butts.
Use pool and pool equipment at your own risk. Any damage to the pool equipment will be assessed through the insurance policy

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Zionville

Located in Zionville, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Red Tail Golf Course and Red Tail Mountain Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Watauga River and Daniel Boone Native Gardens. Travelling with kids? Consider Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade and Tweetsie Railroad. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking, hunting and mountain climbing nearby.
Map
Zionville, NC

What's nearby

  • Appalachian State University - 27 min drive
  • Kidd Brewer Stadium - 28 min drive
  • Boone Mall - 29 min drive
  • Tweetsie Railroad - 35 min drive
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 46 min drive

Getting around

  • Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • Suba's - 18 min drive
  • Mike's Bar-B-Q & Sub Shop - 18 min drive
  • Sharpie's Restaurant - 9 min drive
  • Shokudo Express - 18 min drive
  • Loui's Back-Yard - 14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Private Mountain Home w/ Incredible Views - 106 Acres, Hot Tub, Summertime Pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Private Mountain Home w/ Incredible Views - 106 Acres, Hot Tub, Summertime Pool pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private Mountain Home w/ Incredible Views - 106 Acres, Hot Tub, Summertime Pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Mountain Home w/ Incredible Views - 106 Acres, Hot Tub, Summertime Pool?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Mountain Home w/ Incredible Views - 106 Acres, Hot Tub, Summertime Pool located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly cabin is within 20 mi (32 km) of Red Tail Golf Course, Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade and Appalachian State University. Watauga River and Daniel Boone Native Gardens are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M., United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful views!
The house was exactly as described with beautiful views, plenty of space inside and out and clean. Gordie was quick to respond to questions. I read reviews prior to booking about driveway and we really didn't find it to be as steep as described. We've stayed at houses in the past that had WAY worse driveways. With snow/ice, any driveway can be tricky but with our 4WD there was zero issues. Would definitely rent again!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home and beautiful scenery!
The view is absolutely magical! We all enjoyed the pool and hot tub! There was quick response from the owner when we had a question. I would 100% recommend the house for large groups. It was the perfect size for our 5 families. The kids loved having their own space in the lower level with the bunk beds. To top it all off we were close enough to go on adventures (white water rafting, ziplining, shopping and hiking). It was the perfect spot! Thank you 😊
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin C., Orlando, Florida, US

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome property, amenities and location
We were four families celebrating my parents’ golden anniversary. We kept commenting all week how perfect the find matched our needs and situation. I would recommend updating the mattresses and family room sectional for comfort purposes but otherwise everything was perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden Gem
What a wonderful week had by all. Perfect location, perfect house and perfect weather. So much to do for all ages. Everyone enjoyed the pool and hot tub; and the cool evenings around the fire pit were great! We were able to witness some spectacular sunsets. Hope to visit again soon.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect seclusion
My family of 8 adults and 3 children stayed a week at The Great Escape. Other than going to the grocery store and to dinner out twice, we saw no one else. This property sits perfectly secluded in the rural mountains along the TN/NC border. Even during one of the coolest and wettest weeks, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The saving grace was the heated pool and hot tub. The views and hikes, amazing. Seriously we want to come back and maybe next time for some snow. The only reason i rated cleanliness a 4 was because some sinks and shower drains were slow to drain and needed a good clean and the pool skimmer needed some attending to. Nothing major.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Gordie

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We're a family of six with four kids who love the Great Escape - ages 11, 7, 5 and 1. We've always enjoyed the outdoors and the mountains. We rented the property in early 2014 and after a great weekend, decided to try to purchase it.

We renovated the main house and are adding three bedrooms and substantial living space in the spring of 2017.

As former military members, my wife and i are happy to offer an 5% discount to Active Duty Military personnel. We also offer returning guests an 5% discount off of list price.

Why they chose this property

Spectacular views and chance to escape the city. It's very private and quiet with no other houses in sight. We wanted to have a place where our tfour children could tramp around and explore while we could relax with extraordinary views.

What makes this property unique

Very, very quiet, and very very private. Our recent upgrades have transformed a great piece of mountain property into a premium mountain escape.

Plenty of room for several families. Two master bedrooms and four additional guest rooms. Huge dining room table that seats 14. Plenty of seating areas on first two floors.

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