Sprawling Mountainside Home in Quiet Community
3.8
Good(16 Reviews)House in Watauga, NC
11 guests · 6 bedrooms · 5 baths
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About this house rental
MUST BE AT LEAST 25 YRS OF AGE TO BOOK
Additional Room Details
Sitting Room
Twin Day Bed
TV
Main Floor
Shared Full Bath
Shower
Welcome to Out On A Limb!
Out On A Limb is a large, sprawling, mountainside home in a quiet, upscale Blowing Rock community on a large lot with stunning long-range mountain views! It is convenient to downtown Blowing Rock (only 5 miles away) and also close to Boone (11 miles away) and Banner Elk (16 miles away). The Blue Ridge Parkway is less than 4 miles away. Tweetsie Railroad and Appalachian Ski Mountain are within 9 miles. The Moses Cone Manor and Park are a 4-mile drive from the house, and The Blowing Rock Natural Attraction is 7.5 miles away. Sugar Mountain Ski Resort is less than 14 miles, and Beech Mountain Ski Resort is less than 22 miles. The town of Seven Devils, Otter Falls Trail and Hawksnest Snowtubing & ZipLines is less than 11 miles away. The village of Valle Crucis, with its large riverfront park and the original Mast General Store, is less than 14 miles. Grandfather Mountain and its famous Profile Trails are about 12 miles away.
The Watauga River is less than 10 miles away, and both the New River and Elk River are not much farther. Trout Lake and Bass Lake are only 4 miles distant, and Watauga Lake is a 30-mile drive. Fishing, whitewater rafting, tubing, and more are conveniently nearby. Linville Falls and Linville Caverns are both about 25 miles away. These are just some things you can enjoy while visiting the High Country and staying at Out On A Limb!
The main level features level entry at the front door and the side door, with level parking right at the entry points. The kitchen, dining, and living areas are all open to each other, with vaulted ceilings and exposed beams. The kitchen boasts beautiful granite countertops and shaker-style custom cabinets. The stainless oven with gas cooktop and an under-mount stainless apron-front sink are some of its highlights. The banquet-style dining table seats ten (10), and the island bar seats four (4) on bar stools. Dine a total of fourteen (14) guests together inside. The adjacent living room boasts a gorgeous wood-burning stone fireplace, an HD Smart TV, comfy furniture, and a wall of glass doors framing spectacular mountain views. There is a bar just off the main living and dining area, with barware and glassware.
A bedroom with a queen-size bed, an HD Smart TV, and oversized windows revealing mountain views is on the main floor. It has access to a full bathroom with a large shower. This bathroom is also accessible from the sitting room. The sitting room has an HD Smart TV and a twin daybed for extra sleeping space. It has a locking interior door for privacy and can serve as a sixth bedroom when needed. Walk out to the side covered carport and porch from the sitting and daybed room to find the gas grill. The rear deck enjoys long-range views, under a vaulted gabled roof, with rocking chairs and outdoor deck chairs to relax in.
The stairs down to the lower level open into a cozy den with comfy casual furniture and a large, wall-mounted HD Smart TV. This den is central to the master suite and two other suites on this level. The master suite is a large room with glass doors leading out to the private lower deck with the same stunning views seen from above! There is a gorgeous wood-burning stone fireplace in the master suite, comfortable furniture, and an HD Smart TV. It features a king-size bed, a private ensuite bathroom with his-and-hers Quartz vanities, and a large shower with subway tiles and a frameless glass door. The second lower-level suite features a queen-size bed, an HD Smart TV, windows with mountain views, and a private ensuite bathroom with a Quartz vanity and large shower. The third suite on the lower level has two twin beds and a private ensuite bathroom with a tub and shower combo.
Walk down from the lower level den via an exterior side door to the small open-air side patio with a table and chairs. From here, you can enter into the side door of the "In-Law" suite! This charming suite faces the mountain views, has a queen-size bed, an HD Smart TV, a large walk-in closet, a sitting area, and a full bathroom with a tub and shower combo.
Out On A Limb is a large, charming home with five (5) bedrooms, six (6) sleeping areas, five (5) full bathrooms, and amazing views close to downtown Blowing Rock. The property features central heating and air conditioning for year-round comfort, HD Smart TVs throughout with digital cable programming and more, two wood-burning stone fireplaces, two rear decks, two side porches, easy access on paved roads, and paved level parking. Out On A Limb is an ideal place to enjoy your High Country vacation!
*Allows pets with an additional fee paid after booking. The fee is $35 per pet per day.
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS (sleeps up to 11 guests):
Lower Level King Master Suite (sleeps 2)
Lower Level Queen Suite (sleeps 2)
Lower Level Suite with Two Twin Beds (sleeps 2)
Main Level Queen Bedroom (sleeps 2)
In-Law Suite off of Lower Level with Queen Bed (sleeps 2)
Sitting Room on Main Level with Twin Daybed (sleeps 1)
MUST BE AT LEAST 25 YEARS OF AGE TO BOOK
Additional Room Details
Sitting Room
Twin Day Bed
TV
Main Floor
Shared Full Bath
Shower
Welcome to Out On A Limb!
Out On A Limb is a large, sprawling, mountainside home in a quiet, upscale Blowing Rock community on a large lot with stunning long-range mountain views! It is convenient to downtown Blowing Rock (only 5 miles away) and also close to Boone (11 miles away) and Banner Elk (16 miles away). The Blue Ridge Parkway is less than 4 miles away. Tweetsie Railroad and Appalachian Ski Mountain are within 9 miles. The Moses Cone Manor and Park are a 4-mile drive from the house, and The Blowing Rock Natural Attraction is 7.5 miles away. Sugar Mountain Ski Resort is less than 14 miles, and Beech Mountain Ski Resort is less than 22 miles. The town of Seven Devils, Otter Falls Trail and Hawksnest Snowtubing & ZipLines is less than 11 miles away. The village of Valle Crucis, with its large riverfront park and the original Mast General Store, is less than 14 miles. Grandfather Mountain and its famous Profile Trails are about 12 miles away.
The Watauga River is less than 10 miles away, and both the New River and Elk River are not much farther. Trout Lake and Bass Lake are only 4 miles distant, and Watauga Lake is a 30-mile drive. Fishing, whitewater rafting, tubing, and more are conveniently nearby. Linville Falls and Linville Caverns are both about 25 miles away. These are just some things you can enjoy while visiting the High Country and staying at Out On A Limb!
The main level features level entry at the front door and the side door, with level parking right at the entry points. The kitchen, dining, and living areas are all open to each other, with vaulted ceilings and exposed beams. The kitchen boasts beautiful granite countertops and shaker-style custom cabinets. The stainless oven with gas cooktop and an under-mount stainless apron-front sink are some of its highlights. The banquet-style dining table seats ten (10), and the island bar seats four (4) on bar stools. Dine a total of fourteen (14) guests together inside. The adjacent living room boasts a gorgeous wood-burning stone fireplace, an HD Smart TV, comfy furniture, and a wall of glass doors framing spectacular mountain views. There is a bar just off the main living and dining area, with barware and glassware.
A bedroom with a queen-size bed, an HD Smart TV, and oversized windows revealing mountain views is on the main floor. It has access to a full bathroom with a large shower. This bathroom is also accessible from the sitting room. The sitting room has an HD Smart TV and a twin daybed for extra sleeping space. It has a locking interior door for privacy and can serve as a sixth bedroom when needed. Walk out to the side covered carport and porch from the sitting and daybed room to find the gas grill. The rear deck enjoys long-range views, under a vaulted gabled roof, with rocking chairs and outdoor deck chairs to relax in.
The stairs down to the lower level open into a cozy den with comfy casual furniture and a large, wall-mounted HD Smart TV. This den is central to the master suite and two other suites on this level. The master suite is a large room with glass doors leading out to the private lower deck with the same stunning views seen from above! There is a gorgeous wood-burning stone fireplace in the master suite, comfortable furniture, and an HD Smart TV. It features a king-size bed, a private ensuite bathroom with his-and-hers Quartz vanities, and a large shower with subway tiles and a frameless glass door. The second lower-level suite features a queen-size bed, an HD Smart TV, windows with mountain views, and a private ensuite bathroom with a Quartz vanity and large shower. The third suite on the lower level has two twin beds and a private ensuite bathroom with a tub and shower combo.
Walk down from the lower level den via an exterior side door to the small open-air side patio with a table and chairs. From here, you can enter into the side door of the "In-Law" suite! This charming suite faces the mountain views, has a queen-size bed, an HD Smart TV, a large walk-in closet, a sitting area, and a full bathroom with a tub and shower combo.
Out On A Limb is a large, charming home with five (5) bedrooms, six (6) sleeping areas, five (5) full bathrooms, and amazing views close to downtown Blowing Rock. The property features central heating and air conditioning for year-round comfort, HD Smart TVs throughout with digital cable programming and more, two wood-burning stone fireplaces, two rear decks, two side porches, easy access on paved roads, and paved level parking. Out On A Limb is an ideal place to enjoy your High Country vacation!
*Allows pets with an additional fee paid after booking. The fee is $35 per pet per day.
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS (sleeps up to 11 guests):
Lower Level King Master Suite (sleeps 2)
Lower Level Queen Suite (sleeps 2)
Lower Level Suite with Two Twin Beds (sleeps 2)
Main Level Queen Bedroom (sleeps 2)
In-Law Suite off of Lower Level with Queen Bed (sleeps 2)
Sitting Room on Main Level with Twin Daybed (sleeps 1)
MUST BE AT LEAST 25 YEARS OF AGE TO BOOK
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Map of Watauga, NC
Reviews
3.8
Good(16 Reviews)3.8
Gorgeous view! Very clean house with mostly updated bathrooms -- except mother in law suite. Nice linens. Personal, interesting decor. Only one toilet on the main floor, but otherwise good. Parking was good, access was easy. A very nice place at a good price.
3.8
PROPERTY HAS NOT BEEN CLEANED IN MONTHS, VERY DUSTY ALL OVER, WHEN WE ARRIVED KITCHEN, RUGS, ETC WAS VERY DIRTY, THEY HAD TO COME AND SOMEWHAT CLEAN IT AND VACCUMM . VERY DISSAPOINTED AND DECEIVED
3.8
The house had ample space for all adults and kids, and the views were wonderful. There were a number of dead lady bugs in 2-3 of the bedrooms which made us question how recently the house had been cleaned. The ice cubes in the freezer also had a yellow tint to them. We had a few folks that had intestinal issues after the first day so we bought bottled water and that seemed to help. If the water is not great for consumption, I would recommend putting that in the check in details.
3.8
Great house
The house had ample space for all adults and kids, and the views were wonderful. There were a number of dead lady bugs in 2-3 of the bedrooms which made us question how recently the house had been cleaned. The ice cubes in the freezer also had a yellow tint to them. We had a few folks that had intestinal issues after the first day so we bought bottled water and that seemed to help. If the water is not great for consumption, I would recommend putting that in the check in details.
3.8
Perfect!
Beautiful home with a beautiful view! The kitchen is extremely well stocked and we were easily able to host our friends that joined us. The home is decorated with beautiful art and unique pieces in every room. This home was perfect for several couples getting away together. We hope to book this home again!
3.8
Booking issue
There was a double booking issue that was not our mistake but the rental companies..... I think they finally realized it was their mistake but we were a little put out by initial communications.
3.8
3 Stars
The view was fabulous and the house was comfortable. We had a wonderful time.
What would be helpful to have in the house upon arrival was information on the tv provider/tv operating instructions and information on local restaurants/stores/groceries and nearby hiking trails etc.
The oven and toaster oven did not seem to work properly-both very slow to cook.
The house was not particularly clean-disappointing considering the hefty cleaning fee. Bathroom floors were dirty- had dust/hair on them that we wiped up. Rugs/floors did not seem to have been vacuumed as there was a good bit of dirt/grit. Some bowls in the kitchen cabinet had food on them. Someone's bathroom items were in master bathroom cabinet, and needles and medicine were in the refrigerator. I would expect this to be removed before guests arrived.
3.8
The house was nice and even had a quiet place for my daughter in law to study. Spacious and clean. It would have been nice to have a few more large frying pans (12 inch). There were also lights with light bulbs out (6 of the 8 over the dining table). Replaced them from local store so all was well. It would also have been nice to have some instructions on electronic (TV, cable, etc). Also not clear when trash would be picked up and if there was recycling. Saying all that, we would definitely stay there again. For 6 adults,1 baby and a 4 year old It was great.
3.8
Family get away for a long weekend.
The house was nice and even had a quiet place for my daughter in law to study. Spacious and clean. It would have been nice to have a few more large frying pans (12 inch). There were also lights with light bulbs out (6 of the 8 over the dining table). Replaced them from local store so all was well. It would also have been nice to have some instructions on electronic (TV, cable, etc). Also not clear when trash would be picked up and if there was recycling. Saying all that, we would definitely stay there again. For 6 adults,1 baby and a 4 year old It was great.
3.8
3 Stars
Several things to pass on. Great house with perfectly stocked kitchen. Good views and great deck but need to trim trees for better view. Front door handle kept falling off. House was musty like hadn't been opened in awhile. Was fine when we opened up. The towels had some stains. I preordered firewood and never received. Frustrating since agents gave different stories about why no firewood. Key to mother-in-law suite was not in the bowl designated. Had to call for help. Needed light bulbs.
3.8
This is a beautiful, well-loved property with exquisite furnishings and breathtaking views. It was the perfect respite for a family gathering in the midst of the pandemic. Lovely, recently renovated bathrooms and beautiful, well-equipped kitchen. I have already recommended it to a friend and she has booked it this fall. One of my favorite VRBO stays!
3.8
This is a lovely home with amazing views of the NC Mountains. We loved spending time on the beautiful deck and just taking in the views. The home was nicely stocked and had everything we would need for a fantastic weekend away.
Our only issue at this home had to do with communication with the host. On the first night we were there we noticed a small squirrel on the rafters who emerged from a small hole on the ceiling (presumably from the attic). While he didn't really bother us, I could totally see how this could make future guests uncomfortable having a small animal moving around overhead. I tried calling the property management company multiple times to let them know about this, but I never managed to have someone answer the phone or respond to my messages. Again, for this instance this was not much of an issue- but if we had an emergency and needed to urgently get in contact with someone, I'm not sure what we would have done...
Overall, the pros of the home made it an extremely enjoyable stay and I definitely recommend this home to future travelers. Clearer communication channels with the host would make it perfect.
3.8
Beautiful home with beautiful views
This is a lovely home with amazing views of the NC Mountains. We loved spending time on the beautiful deck and just taking in the views. The home was nicely stocked and had everything we would need for a fantastic weekend away.
Our only issue at this home had to do with communication with the host. On the first night we were there we noticed a small squirrel on the rafters who emerged from a small hole on the ceiling (presumably from the attic). While he didn't really bother us, I could totally see how this could make future guests uncomfortable having a small animal moving around overhead. I tried calling the property management company multiple times to let them know about this, but I never managed to have someone answer the phone or respond to my messages. Again, for this instance this was not much of an issue- but if we had an emergency and needed to urgently get in contact with someone, I'm not sure what we would have done...
Overall, the pros of the home made it an extremely enjoyable stay and I definitely recommend this home to future travelers. Clearer communication channels with the host would make it perfect.
3.8
Heaven in the trees
This is a beautiful, well-loved property with exquisite furnishings and breathtaking views. It was the perfect respite for a family gathering in the midst of the pandemic. Lovely, recently renovated bathrooms and beautiful, well-equipped kitchen. I have already recommended it to a friend and she has booked it this fall. One of my favorite VRBO stays!
3.8
3 Stars
The house was decorating nicely however it does need a thorough cleaning,
Please check the registers there is a dead animal in one
3.8
Great experience!
We had a wonderful stay in this obviously well-loved family retreat, complete with family photos on the fridge. The porch has a beautiful view of the mountains, and the house itself is quite clean. The kitchen is extremely well-equipped, even including a grater as well as more standard pots and pans. We did a lot of cooking, and were never short of anything except spatulas.
I have two minor quibbles. We noticed that there was soot on the front of the fireplace. When we lit a small fire on a rainy and chilly evening, we realized why: even with the damper open, the chimney does not draw well! We had to open the doors because smoke would occasionally eddy into the room. It wasn't horrible, but enough to make us decide we were done with fires.
We didn't really care about the decor. That said, the house is much darker than it appears in the pictures. If you try to turn all on the main floor lights, a breaker flips. Also, if you have small children, be aware there are a LOT of decorative elements everywhere, and you might want to relocate some of them. This is not a home for minimalists! But the bathrooms are recently updated and beautiful, and the master bedroom is lovely.
All in all, we loved this house and would absolutely return. It had everything that we needed and more, gorgeous views, and was sparkling clean. A great experience overall!
3.8
4 Stars
We had a great time! Stove was not clean and some of the dishes were not clean when we went to use them. Otherwise great views and great rental!!!
3.8
Great stay
Awesome house! Very accommodating to a large group. Could be a little more clear in description about mother in law suit & it being disconnected from house and include that it can only be accessed by going outside and downstairs! But we had a great stay
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Watauga?
The average price for a rental in Watauga is $387 per night. This rental is $373 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Sprawling Mountainside Home in Quiet Community. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Sprawling Mountainside Home in Quiet Community pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Sprawling Mountainside Home in Quiet Community?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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