Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this Vilas cottage invites you to explore the expansive beauty of North Carolina with ease. This 1-bed, 1-bath vacation rental features a private viewing deck, a gas grill, and a central location surrounded by year-round fun. Enjoy apple-picking as the leaves change color in the fall, hiking through Pisgah National Forest in the summer, and shredding the slopes of Appalachian Ski Mountain on snowy winter days. -- THE PROPERTY -- Private Viewing Deck | Gas Grill | ~8 Mi to Appalachian State University Bedroom: Queen Bed KITCHENETTE: Fridge, 2-burner stovetop, tea kettle, microwave, cooking basics, coffee maker, paper towels/trash bags INDOOR LIVING: Flat-screen TV, dining table, electric fireplace, open floor plan, vaulted ceilings GENERAL: Free WiFi, linens, towels, mini-split air conditioning & heating units, keyless entry ACCESSIBILITY: Step-free access, single-story property PARKING: Shared driveway (1 vehicle) ADDT'L ACCOMMODATIONS: An additional property is available on-site with a separate nightly rate. If you would like to reserve both rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking -- THE LOCATION -- AREA ATTRACTIONS: Appalachian State University (8 miles), Boone (9 miles), Apple Hill Farm (11 miles), Banner Elk (13 miles), Tweetsie Railroad (14 miles), Mystery Hill (14 miles), Wilderness Run Alpine Coaster (16 miles), Blowing Rock (17 miles) OPT OUTSIDE: Valle Crucis Community Park (6 miles), Laurel Creek Falls (6 miles), Crab Orchard Falls (7 miles), Boone Golf Club (12 miles), Moses H. Cone Memorial Park (16 miles), Sugar Mountain Public Golf Course (17 miles), Julian Price Memorial Park (19 miles), Grandfather Mountain State Park (23 miles) SNOWY DAYS: Appalachian Ski Mountain (15 miles), Sugar Mountain Ski Resort (17 miles), Beech Mountain Ski Resort (18 miles) AIRPORTS: Tri-Cities Airport (64 miles), Charlotte Douglas International Airport (103 miles) -- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you. -- POLICIES -- - No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Must be at least 22 years old to book - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: This single-story property offers step-free access - NOTE: There is another vacation rental on-site; other travelers may be present during your stay