Cabin in Seven Devils, NC

Casual comfort close to everything in NC's High Country/Boone. A retreat w/ soul

Casual comfort close to everything in NC's High Country/Boone. A retreat w/ soul

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HeathBrooke - the large front porch overlooks Rhododendron in bloom in spring.
The living room's tasteful furnishings ensure a cozy, comfortable, casual feel.
The two-story living room is anchored by the large stone wood-burning fireplace.
The fire pit area has room for six to eight to relax just outside the cabin door
Welcome to HeathBrooke Cabin, casual comfort near Boone.

Overview of Casual comfort close to everything in NC's High Country/Boone. A retreat w/ soul

9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8163 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Barbecue grill
  • Mountain view

Explore the area

Seven Devils, NC
  • Popular LocationGrandfather Trout Farm4 min drive
  • Popular LocationGrandfather Mountain State Park4 min drive
  • Popular LocationHawksnest Tubing Park7 min drive
  • AirportTri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional)84 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Main Level King

1 King Bed

Main Level Queen

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Queen

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs twin beds sleeping area

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Main Level (downstairs) Hall Bath

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Upstairs Attached Bath

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining Area

About this property

Casual comfort close to everything in NC's High Country/Boone. A retreat w/ soul

Imagine a mountain home so comfortable and laidback that it feels like your family's own place. Traditional, but updated. Not trendy. Like a classic car that impresses with simple, understated elegance. It is a family home with soul and retreat with comfort in mind.

HeathBrooke Cabin has 3 bedrooms (plus a sleeping area in the loft) & 2 bathrooms in Seven Devils, NC. The central location is off NC Hwy. 105 between Boone and the Linville/Sugar Mtn./Banner Elk area - near Grandfather Mountain.
1 King. 2 Queens. 2 Twins in the loft. Accommodates up to 8 people.

----THE SPACE----
—Some fine print first:
HeathBrooke feels like a second home because it is. It is not a business or investment property. It is not rented out simply as a money maker. It’s a traditional vacation home for getaways with extended family. So guests are expected to treat the property as a family's home and not just another rental property. The owner takes great care to be sure guests have a clean and comfortable stay with everything needed - plus some.

—Things you'll love:
-Central location (More details below)
-Large *wood burning* stone fireplace
-Wraparound (fully covered) porch with a swing, rocking chairs and other seating
-Fire pit area
-Well-stocked kitchen
-100% cotton towels and 100% cotton sheets. Real down comforters (seasonally).
-Five cable TVs with lots of channels (including the ACC network). Two are also smart TVs for streaming.
-Traditional design in an updated mountain farm house with antiques and rustic touches. (Not a cookie-cutter log cabin)
-Updated tile shower, vanity and fixtures upstairs.

—More details:
The final five minutes of your drive to HeathBrooke will bring you up a curvy mountain road to Seven Devils. HeathBrooke greets visitors with a large front-and-side porch just above 3,700 feet in elevation. Depending on the season, beautiful sunrises can be seen from the front porch or from any of the front windows. The fire pit can be enjoyed year round. Firewood for the fire pit and fireplace is often provided, but it is not a guaranteed amenity.
The cabin is well-furnished with furniture and décor that will make you feel at home.
A speedy WiFi signal reaches every room and out onto the porch. Televisions in the living room, each bedroom and the loft have reliable service with an expanded channel lineup (much more than basic channels). Each television accesses local broadcast channels/networks, Spectrum cable channels and streaming services (via Spectrum’s Xumo box or Roku).
If you enjoy cooking meals on vacation, you'll find the kitchen to be one of the better-stocked kitchens available in a rental cabin. The handcrafted dining room table seats 6 to 8, and the kitchen counter has four seats. A four-burner grill just outside the kitchen makes it easy to grill for a crowd.
Firm mattresses, plus soft, clean and comfortable bed sheets and bath towels will noticeably enrich your stay. The 100% cotton bed and bath linens are included in your stay. Leave them and your trash for housekeeping to take care of. A few toiletries may be available in each bathroom, but you should bring your own soaps, shampoos, lotions, etc.

—More on the LOCATION:
HeathBrooke's location is great for people who want to be out of the way but still close to everything the High Country has to offer.
-Explorers of Grandfather Mountain will find few options closer than HeathBrooke. The parking area for Grandfather Mountain's Profile Trail is just 4 miles away!
-Otter Falls: 1 mile
-Hawksnest Zipline & Snow Tubing: 2.5 miles
-Sugar Mountain: 6 miles
-Valle Crucis/Original Mast General Store: 8-9 miles (depending on route)
-Appalachian State/Boone: 10 miles
-Entrance to Grandfather Mountain Mile-High Swinging Bridge: 12 miles
-Blowing Rock/Tweetsie RR/Appalachian Ski Mtn.: 12-15 miles
-Multiple points of interest on the Blue Ridge Parkway (Price Lake, Moses Cone Manor, Beacon Heights Overlook, Linn Cove Viaduct, Rough Ridge, etc.): 11-15 miles
-Beech Mountain: 14 miles
-Linville Falls: 20 miles
-Elk River Falls: 21 miles
-West Jefferson: 36 miles
-Mount Mitchell: 61 miles

—A note about HEATING and air:
Baseboard heaters provide heat in each room. Each one is independently controlled by a **thermostat that must be set in each room.**
As with many mountain homes, cooling comes from ceiling fans and mountain breezes passing through open windows. HeathBrooke does not have central air conditioning. This is quite common in the High Country where temperatures are rarely high enough to warrant a/c.

—A note about PARKING:
It's totally possible to fit three cars at the top of the driveway, but few guests do that well without driving off the pavement near the house. If you anticipate driving more than two vehicles, or if your two vehicles are large, please take care. Please see the rules section below for more information.

—A note about WINTER TRAVEL:
Accessing HeathBrooke on the paved streets of Seven Devils is rarely a concern. Whenever traveling in the town is hazardous due to snow, ice or a combination of both, a flashing sign at the base of Seven Devils Rd. will be clearly illuminated. When the sign is flashing, the town’s “chain law” is in effect, requiring Chains, Snow Tires with Studs, 4WD/AWD or a Combination of those. Reservations are not refunded due to road conditions. Snow plowing of the driveway is not a complimentary or guaranteed service.

—A note about SERVICE CALLS:
The need for maintenance or repairs during your stay is rare, but if the need arises please keep in mind that HeathBrooke is not a commercial property. So there is no maintenance crew on staff. Just like your own home, 24/7 maintenance/repairs may not be immediately available, especially in this rural area with a small college town.

—A note about TRASH SERVICE:
There is no on-street trash collection in Seven Devils. Guests should leave trash inside during their stay to avoid encounters with bears. On the morning of check-out, trash may be left in the trash cans outside near the side entrance. (Confirmed guests receive more info.)

—One things you may not love:
With current seating, only five people at a time can gather in the living room, unless others sit on the hearth, the cushioned ottoman/coffee table, the floor or kitchen bar seats. (Notice the seating in the photos.) It's not a problem if everyone rarely gathers all at once. An additional seating/TV space is in the loft.

—A note about PENALTY FEES and HOUSE RULES:
VRBO only has room for three rules in the rules section, so this space was needed to include rules #1 and #5 here. They have been added based on previous guest experience. Requesting a stay confirms your understanding and agreement to these rules.
1.) Please stay on the pavement of the driveway, especially near the house/porch. Tires onto the grass/ground soften the dirt and contribute to damage and erosion. Please take advantage of the pavement further from the porch. If tires run over the grass/ground near the porch during your stay, there will be a $250 fine.*
2.) Don't take anything that's not yours. ...but do leave the trash, and leave it inside until checkout morning, please. On check-out morning, put *all* your trash (including refrigerator contents) outside in one of the trash bins so it can be collected.
3.) Don't act in a way that causes damage to something. (This includes cookware. Knives & other sharp edges should not be used on non-stick pan surfaces.)
4.) Take care around the natural limbs incorporated into the loft railing. There are natural & unfinished points & edges.
5.) Don't have a group of more than 8 overnight guests without prior approval. There is a $15 fee for each approved person beyond the 8-person limit. There is a $250 penalty fee for unapproved overnight guests. Gatherings (such as daytime visits) of larger than 12 also require prior approval.*
* A security camera in the driveway detects when vehicles arrive and leave, and it helps regulate rules 1 and 5.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Barbecue grill
Mountain view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed
A fabulous dinner party is encouraged, not banned!

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The lady of the house is sensitive. She will know!
Please stay on the pavement of the driveway, especially near the house/porch. $250 fine if tires run over the ground near the porch. Tell all drivers.
Don't take anything that’s not yours. Don't act in a way that causes damage to something. (This includes scratching non-stick cookware.)
Take care around the natural limbs incorporated into the loft railing. There are natural & unfinished points & edges.

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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Note from host: A fabulous dinner party is encouraged, not banned!
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Banner Elk

Located in Banner Elk, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Banner House Museum and Alta Vista Gallery and B & B are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sugar Mountain Resort and Grandfather Vineyard & Winery. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kidd Brewer Stadium or Holmes Convocation Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Grandfather Trout Farm - 4 min drive
  • Grandfather Mountain State Park - 4 min drive
  • Hawksnest Tubing Park - 7 min drive
  • Hound Ears Golf Club - 10 min drive
  • Julian Price Park - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • Blind Elk Tap Room Banner Elk - 16 min drive
  • Banner Elk Cafe - 16 min drive
  • McDonald's - 8 min drive
  • Bella's - 10 min drive
  • Bayou Smokehouse & Grill - 17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Casual comfort close to everything in NC's High Country/Boone. A retreat w/ soul pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Casual comfort close to everything in NC's High Country/Boone. A retreat w/ soul?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Casual comfort close to everything in NC's High Country/Boone. A retreat w/ soul?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Casual comfort close to everything in NC's High Country/Boone. A retreat w/ soul located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 3 miles (5 km) of Grandfather Trout Farm, Grandfather Mountain State Park and Grandfather Vineyard & Winery. Watauga River and Hawksnest Tubing Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christina W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy perfection!
Can't say enough nice things about this home! Beautiful location, super clean, comfortable beds, AMAZING upstairs shower, awesome fireplace, and well stocked kitchen! We took a weekend getaway to snow tube at Hawksnest and couldn't have picked a better home away from home! Definitly keeping on our listed of "loved" vrbo homes!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamey U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
New Years Eve and Tubing
We stayed at this home with another family for New Years Eve weekend. We took our kids tubing at Hawks Nest which was a quick and easy trip. Communication with Brandon was easy. The home was clean upon arrival. It had everything we could need. The upstairs shower was lovely. The living room was nicer than pictured. We had flurries during our stay but no significant snow or ice so no experience in poor driving conditions, no difficulty getting to home. We have traveled to this area several times and would stay at Heathbrooke again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Home
Home was just as described, very comfortable for our family. The area is very beautiful. Close to everything we wanted to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall mountain trip
Great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice getaway that feels like home
Loved the warm and cozy vibe. Felt like you were staying at a family member's cabin rather than a rental. Highlights were the fireplace and upstairs shower. Porch was very nice, but no mountain view from there - you have to look out the shower window upstairs or walk down the driveway for the mountain view. Plenty of room for our group of 6 ladies (5 adults, 1 child). Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Brandon

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I'm a native of southeastern North Carolina (now living in Raleigh) who left a fast-paced, high-pressure job a few years ago. I still work a lot though, so just like you, HeathBrooke allows me a chance to escape to the High Country. I love being able to get out and explore without being too far out in the middle of nowhere.

Why they chose this property

In real estate they say it's all about location, location, location. That's what originally attracted me to Seven Devils and HeathBrooke. Years ago when my uncle owned a home in the area, I learned how centrally located Seven Devils is. It's not far from Boone, Banner Elk, Linville, Grandfather Mountain, Valle Crucis, Beech Mountain, etc.
I also love that Seven Devils is easy to get to, and glimpses of Grandfather Mountain are common. The calm and interconnected streets are great for walking and bike riding. The town's public works crew is also great at snow removal on the roads.

What makes this property unique

What stands out most to me about HeatBrooke is the large front porch, the just-right size, and the big stone fireplace and chimney. It's also nice to see sunrises off in the distance during certain seasons. (Did you know the point at which the sun rises and sets moves? It's only due east and due west twice a year!)
The large covered seating area of the porch is not common, and it's a great place to sit back and relax.
I also love the flexibility of the loft space.
The cabin is comfortable and welcoming. It's a nice mix of modern finishes and rustic touches. You won't find the same old cliche of log cabin decor.

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