The Blue Spruce

This is the mountain getaway you (and your pups) have been waiting for.

Step away from screens and into a private mountain world. The Blue Spruce is a 800 sq ft modern A-frame in a gated community—built for doing nothing and everything at once. Fire up the gas grill on the deck, sink into a hot tub under the stars, and wake to nothing but trees and nature.

💦 Community Pool (open Memorial Day through Labor Day)

💦 Private Hot tub (year round) + 2 decks + gas grill

💫 Powder Horn Mountain offers miles of hiking trails for guests of all ages & furry friends + Clubhouse with Game room + Tennis/Pickleball/Basketball + Fishing Ponds

🚗 10 miles from Blue Ridge Parkway | 15 miles to downtown Boone

🐶 Dog and EV Friendly (dedicated NEMA 14-50 outlet. Just bring your own mobile charger!)

3 BEDROOMS

• Bedroom 1 (main level): King bed w/Smart TV, full length mirror, & closet
• Bedroom 2 (main level): Twin bed w/ Twin Trundle w/Smart TV
• Loft Bedroom (upper level): King bed & Laptop friendly workspace in the semi-private loft accessed via a spiral staircase

1 BATHROOM & LAUNDRY

• Bathtub/Shower combo
• Stacked washer & dryer

KITCHEN

• Full-size appliances (Stove/Oven, Refrigerator, Microwave)
• Small appliances (blender, toaster, crock pot, Keurig/drip coffee maker)
• Cooking utensils, pots & pans, cookie sheet, strainer, knives, silverware, wine/bottle opener, glasses, Brita filter, etc.

Note that we don’t provide oils, seasonings, spices, etc. and our kitchen does not offer a dishwasher.

LIVING ROOM

• Located on the main level with floor to ceiling windows/sliding glass doors that open to our private deck
• 1-touch gas fireplace to keep you warm and cozy
• Games & DVDs for everyone!

DECKS & HOT TUB

• Upper deck: dining table, forest canopy views.
• Lower deck: private hot tub (open year-round), surrounded by trees and stars.

DOG FRIENDLY

We welcome up to 2 dogs per stay with a non-refundable $50 fee per dog. For the comfort & safety of all, dogs must be housebroken and crated when alone. Guests will need to provide vaccination records for their dog. No other animals permitted.

WHAT’S NEARBY

• Blue Ridge Parkway (10 miles) — America’s most scenic byway. Spring wildflowers, fall gold, winter snow-dusted peaks.
• Boone Downtown (15 miles) — App State University town. Galleries, Speckled Trout Restaurant, Booneshine Brewing, Mast General Store.
• App Ski Mountain (20 mi) — Beech & Sugar Mountain for winter skiing and snow tubing.
• Hiking & Fishing — Miles of trails. Three community lakes (no license). Elk Creek nearby (license required).

PERFECT FOR

Families Seeking Quiet Togetherness — Three bedrooms, community pool, hiking trails, and games. Kids love the open space; parents love the peace.

Couples On Their Mountain Escape — Loft bedroom is quiet and romantic. Lower deck hot tub under stars is pure magic.

Friends Renting Together (4–6 people) — Spacious enough for small groups. Community courts (tennis, pickleball, basketball) keep things fun.

Remote Workers Needing Reset — Fiber Internet, loft workspace, forest views.

Guest access Private access to entire cabin. Smart lock check-in with personalized door code (provided 2 days before arrival).

POWDER HORN MOUNTAIN AMENITIES (included)

Pool (generally 10am–Dusk, May–Sept) | Clubhouse with WiFi, game room, fitness center | Tennis, pickleball, basketball, frisbee golf, horseshoes (bring your own equipment) | Fishing in three lakes (no license required) | Miles of hiking trails | Campground along Laurel Creek | Bird watching & stargazing

To use any outdoor community grill or fire ring, you must make a reservation for a specific site with the front gate staff.

Guests under the age of 16 must be supervised by an adult at any of the community amenities. The amenities are managed by a 3rd party and host is not responsible for changes in availability. Guest assumes all responsibility and liability for use of these facilities.

GATE & SECURITY

REGISTRATION AND PASSES: Register at main gate upon arrival (Mon–Sat 7:30am–5:30pm). Gate code is provided at booking. After-hours arrivals: register next business day.

Gravel driveway with 2 parking spaces. Slight grade—sedans handle it fine. Overflow parking near house or clubhouse.

4WD not required, but scenic drive has winding mountain roads. Winter snow events: main roads plowed, but severe weather may be delayed temporarily. Plan accordingly for winter stays.

Other things to note Please remember that you are staying at a house, not a hotel. Treat the cabin with respect & if any issues arise, we will do our best to take care of the problem as soon as you notify us & as soon as possible. Note that there is no one living on site.

Here are some additional things to consider:

• The beginning of the gravel driveway is a bit steep. (Guests w/ sedans haven’t had any issues). The driveway fits 2 vehicles. Overflow vehicles can be parked near the house or clubhouse.
• 4WD is not necessary to access the property, but note that there are some narrow & windy roads on the scenic drive to the cabin.
• During snow events, the main roads of the community are plowed, however in cases of severe weather (particularly during winter), you may not be able to leave the property immediately due to road conditions. If you are staying in winter, you may need a 4WD vehicle & should be prepared to encounter these conditions.
• We will provide the code for the gate to the community, however guests must register with the security staff at the main gate upon arrival. Security staff will provide a guest pass & help with directions. If arriving outside of normal business hours (Mon-Sat 7:30 am to 5:30 pm), please register with the security staff the next business day.
• There are stairs up to the front door/main level of the home.
• Always turn the gas fireplace off when leaving the cabin.
• All bed linens & towels are provided. A Starter Kit is provided that includes some paper towels, toilet paper, hand soap, dish soap, laundry detergent, & travel size shampoo & body wash. You may run out of these items during your stay, so you may want to bring extra.
• We do not send maintenance to the property during your stay. Only after you depart.
• As we are a peaceful mountain retreat, the closest gas station is 12 mi (approximately 22 min), closest grocery store (Food Lion) is 11 mi (approximately 20 min) & closest restaurant is 6 mi (15 min) away. We recommend stopping for gas & groceries on the way in to stock up for your stay & to plan accordingly.
• Mountain cell service can be spotty. You can connect your phone for Wi-Fi calling.
• The cabin has Smart TVs (Netflix/Hulu/Amazon Prime/Disney+), so just bring your own passwords. A DVD player & a small selection of movies are available for guests.
• Our cabin is located in a wooded area, so you may see & hear bugs, furry critters of all sizes (including but not limited to deer, squirrels, & rodents), & reptiles. Our property has regularly scheduled pest control, however, we can’t guarantee that any such critters will not be visible in & around the property.
• Please keep the doors closed, do not leave food outside to prevent entry of unwanted critters. Also do not feed any wildlife as they are wild animals. No refunds will be provided if a local critter visits the property.
• Children are welcome at the cabin, however, the cabin may not be suitable for young children because of the indoor fireplace, spiral staircase, & high outdoor deck. Parents should use their own discretion when booking.
• Since the main level and deck is high off of the ground, do not sit on any of the railings. Please ensure that all guests, children, & pets are monitored at all times while on premises.
• No refunds for weather/natural disasters/power outages/other things that are beyond our control (including availability of community amenities).