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The Secret Shack - Blowing Rock, Big Deck Views, Hot Tub, Romantic, Secluded

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Exterior
Property grounds
Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Hair dryer, towels, soap, toilet paper
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

1000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
The price is $199
$373 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 9 - Jun 10

Explore the area

Map
Lenoir, NC
  • Popular LocationThe Blowing Rock9 min drive
  • Popular LocationBlowing Rock Art and History Museum12 min drive
  • Popular LocationTweetsie Railroad17 min drive
  • AirportAsheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)118 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Secret Shack - Blowing Rock, Big Deck Views, Hot Tub, Romantic, Secluded

WHY WOULD YOU EVER STAY IN TOWN DEAL WITH NOISE AT ALL HOURS, AND STAY IN A ROOM THAT FEATURES NOTHING? ... when your own secluded cabin, hot tub, hiking, and big views are just 8 minutes away! Welcome to the Secret Shack ... set on private 16 Acres just 8 minutes from downtown Blowing Rock!

The Secret Shack is glued to the living rock ... this 2 Bedroom 1 Bath is set on a small peek with a master bedroom that displays the view with out having to leave the bed. With an 11 foot long, 3 feet deep bay window ... sit, watch, relax, love, and appreciate the world in front of you. The hot tub below the deck offers a chance to privately soak after the hike, the long day, or anything you’ve done at all. Come to the Secret Shack ... and enjoy your self!

The Secret Shack is 400 secluded feet from our other VRBO property, The Big Round Cabin, which is 3 bedrooms / 2.5 baths, with its own HotTub, amazing deck views and its own special memories. If you’d like to have both I provide a discount for guests with a larger gathering to use both cabins at the same time.

We are not a hotel but true to the vacation rental experience, which is we want to share our location with you. We strive to keep our cleaning fees low, and we are generally 1/2 our competition on cleaning fees, but we expect you'll help us keep up with everything as you go as well. Some folks are looking for hotel standard everything or an VRBO just like they stayed at in some big city. Thats not us ... we are catering to those of you who want seclusion, your own piece of heaven and of course the BEST views in Blowing Rock. We are 16 secluded acres in the woods ... our reviews feature guests who enjoy that experience and the occasional guest who doesn't get it and worries they may run into bugs & spiders outside, gets worried about a drive on a gravel mountain road, or didn't get it when we said we are "off the beat path". We are off the beaten path just outside town on secondary mountain roads that cars of ALL type visit us Spring, Summer and Fall, come in enjoy the experience, know what we are about on the way in .... and thats why you booked us. We do not provide any food of any type, we do provide coffee and fixings for it. Thanks for looking at our cabin!

We are providing you a License to use our Cabin similar to that of renting a car, as a licensee you are bound to the cabin rules at all times, and you forgo the rights of a "lease" or "tenant". Violations of our cabin rules can result in your immediate removal from our cabin, by renting our cabin you agree to these terms. If you'd like a full copy of the license please let us know in advance and one will be provided to you.

WIFI - Its Satellite based. That means it has a delay and is not ideal for 2 way communication such ZOOM. Second it means that during a storm the weather can cloud out the connection and your WiFi may degrade. Most guests have found it great, streaming is possible if the weather is good, and we’ve had guests work and play in our cabin with out issue, but we do point this out as there are no buried cables or fiber on our remote properties.

Pets : We understand you may want to bring a pet. We do permit small pets under 50lbs, non-shedding breeds. We may approve 2 pets if the total weight is at or below 50lbs of both pets added together and non-shedding. If you are close on the above conditions, talk to us, we do consider how many humans, and pets are together and will make case by case an exception at our sole discretion. All pets require a discussion at the time of booking and agreement to our pet policy.

Fireplace - Cabin is equipped with a gas fireplace, with an automatic timer panel to control the fireplace. We’re here for support on fireplace use as needed.

Property manager

Chris OConnor

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Cable/satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Note from host: All pets require a discussion at booking.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Please bring your own infant care items.

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

About the neighborhood

Lenoir

Located in Lenoir, this cottage is near theme parks and in the mountains. While the natural beauty of Pisgah National Forest and Grandfather Mountain can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Sugar Mountain Resort. Tweetsie Railroad and Bolick Family Pottery are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • The Blowing Rock - 9 min drive
  • Blowing Rock Art and History Museum - 12 min drive
  • Mystery Hill - 14 min drive
  • Tweetsie Railroad - 17 min drive
  • Appalachian Ski Mtn. - 17 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 118 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Town Tavern - 12 min drive
  • The Woodlands Barbecue & Pickin' Parlor - 10 min drive
  • Kilwin's Chocolates - 12 min drive
  • Six Pence Pub - 12 min drive
  • Wheelie's Refresher - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Secret Shack - Blowing Rock, Big Deck Views, Hot Tub, Romantic, Secluded pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at The Secret Shack - Blowing Rock, Big Deck Views, Hot Tub, Romantic, Secluded?

As of Jun 6, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Secret Shack - Blowing Rock, Big Deck Views, Hot Tub, Romantic, Secluded on Jun 9, 2024 start from $199.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at The Secret Shack - Blowing Rock, Big Deck Views, Hot Tub, Romantic, Secluded?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Secret Shack - Blowing Rock, Big Deck Views, Hot Tub, Romantic, Secluded?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Secret Shack - Blowing Rock, Big Deck Views, Hot Tub, Romantic, Secluded located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Pisgah National Forest and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Bolick Family Pottery. The Blowing Rock and Hayes Performing Arts Center are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 18 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Janet P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain View Cottage
Not easy to find, get to. Beautiful place and view; hot tub was wonderful, beds very comfortable, the weather was lovely. The kitchen was clean, well equipped, and cozy. We enjoyed our time together in the cottage. The property could benefit from handrail on lower steps from driveway to upper deck and front door, garlic powder in spice rack, fire extinguisher in a more prominent location in case of fire emergencies.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Minimoon
Your property was so wonderful and such a great get away!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property
We had an amazing time at the Secret Shack. We ŵere able to make it in before a snow storm, and enjoyed being “stuck” in the house. The road up the mountain was amazing, but not for the faint of heart. We had great communication with the property owners and they were very helpful, keeping us up to date with the driving conditions on the mountain and surrounding roads. There were only a few things we didn’t love. The drive way for the house next door runs about 10 feet from the kitchen window and there are very few curtains, we felt as though someone could be watching us, but I’m sure no one was. I also wished the hot tub was closer to the door of the cabin. It wasn’t fun walking up the stairs dripping wet when it was in the single digits, but I persevered. It was amazing, beautiful, and worth every penny. And Incase anyone was wondering, it takes a wet beard about 30 seconds to form ice when you’re in a hot tub and it’s 14 degrees out side. I would stay here again without question.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carl G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cabin in the woods
Very nice! Lovely cabin in the woods!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha M., Fort Mill, SC

Liked: Cleanliness
Can’t wait to go back!
The Secret Shack was the perfect spot to disconnect for our anniversary trip. We spent the day hiking at Linville Falls so coming back to the beautiful mountain view and coziness of the fireplace was just what we needed. Waking up to the sunrise view of the mountains from the master bedroom bed is amazing! It was clean, plenty of towels, comfortable bedding and the instructions for everything were very easy to follow. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Secret Shack - Blowing Rock
We had a wonderful time in this charming cabin. It was very well appointed and had everything we needed. It is right off 321 just south of Blowing Rock. The view was spectacular - we faced west and could see several peaks, including Grandfather Mountain. Same view from the Living Room, Master Bedroom and Hot Tub. The drive from the main road up to the cabin includes gravel roads so I was glad we brought the SUV. Will gladly stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

Liked: Cleanliness
4th of July Vacation Looking over the Blue Ridge Mountains
The cabin was lovely, especially the bay window in the master bedroom which looks out over the blue ridge mountains. Even in summer when the trees are full of foliage, the view is fantastic. We had everything we needed for our stay. The only cons were that the internet really des not work at all (don't expect to be able to check the web or stream movies at all) and the drive from the main highway is a little intimidating on first arrival.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Eric L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great view!
The views from this property are outstanding, both from the deck, and in the house. Its a little difficult to get to, its a very winding road, but its paved/gravel so you can do it in a car. but thats what you have to do to get this kind of view. Follow the directions the host gives you closely and you'll be fine. House was nice and clean, there are a dozen stairs to get in the front door. The hot tub is downstairs under the deck, so you have to go outside and down the stairs to get to it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Secret Shack
The 4 of us girls (2 paramedics, an RN, and an accountant) escaped for a weekend getaway at The Secret Shack. We laughed so much and really got to unwind. The place was spotless, fantastic views, the directions to the place were spot on, and the property owners were wonderful! We plan to stay again at The Secret Shack soon!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randall S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway
Awesome views, comfortable space. Perfect for a quick getaway for the 2 of us
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022