3 Bed | 2 Bath | Pool | Hot Tub | Screened Porch | Chiminea | Close to Hospital & Appalachian State | Easy Winter Access
Looking for a cozy mountain retreat that won’t break the bank? Welcome to our quirky, character-packed ranch home in Boone, NC—just minutes from Appalachian State University and Appalachian Regional Hospital, with flat access roads (no steep hills!) for worry-free winter travel.
This is not your cookie-cutter cabin. Built decades ago and full of vintage charm, it has some creaky corners and weathered tiles—but what it lacks in polish, it makes up for in soul.
What You'll Find Inside:
3 bedrooms:
1 Queen bed
2 Full beds
2 Futons for flexible sleeping arrangements
Living room:
1 King bed
1 Twin bed
2 full bathrooms
A large vintage kitchen stocked with essentials, tile countertops, and all major appliances
Hand-built bar with rustic stone & wood details — perfect for casual meals or a nightcap
WiFi & Smart TV (internet sometimes needs a reboot — small mountain-town quirk!)
Oil furnace heating — old-school and occasionally temperamental (we leave backup heaters and instructions just in case)
What You'll Love Outside:
Private in-ground pool (seasonal use) surrounded by lush mountain landscaping
Hot tub on the screened-in porch—perfect for year-round soaking
Cozy chiminea for fireside chats under the stars
BBQ grill & patio seating for outdoor meals
Easy access driveway (flat, no steep hills—ideal in snow season!)
The Vibe
Think vintage family lakehouse meets rustic mountain cabin. You’ll see some cracked tiles and older finishes—but if you’re looking for a cozy, functional space to relax, connect, and explore Boone, this is it. We’ve priced the home below the luxury market to reflect its character.
“It’s not perfect, but it’s perfectly homey.”
Things to Know Before You Book:
This is an older home with visible signs of age—nothing fancy, but clean and comfortable.
No pets allowed.
No children under 13 due to pool safety policy.
Furnace can be quirky — backup heat sources are provided if needed
Internet occasionally needs a reset — quick and easy fix if it happens
Pool is seasonal — open roughly May through mid-September, weather permitting
Location Perks:
3 minutes to Appalachian Regional Hospital
5 minutes to Appalachian State University (perfect for graduation, homecoming, and game days)
8 minutes to downtown Boone
15–25 minutes to App Ski Mountain, Sugar Mountain, and Beech Mountain
Easy access to Blue Ridge Parkway, Tweetsie Railroad, Grandfather Mountain, and more
Value-Priced Mountain Escape
We’ve designed this as an affordable, amenity-rich home for couples, small groups, or university visitors who want to explore Boone without luxury pricing. Your rate reflects both the unique setting and honest imperfections of the space.
