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WINTER MTN RETREAT- Appalachian views of Grandfather Mountain & Blue Ridge Mtns

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A kitchen with a granite countertop, wooden chairs, and a large window.
A grassy hillside with a wooden deck and a view of a forested mountain range.
A neatly made bed with white linens and multiple pillows, flanked by two bedside tables with lamps, in a room with a simple, elegant design.
A living room with a wooden floor, a dining table, two leather chairs, a clock on the wall, and a window with a view of trees.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a granite countertop, a stainless steel stove, and a large window.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Watauga River
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Heated pool
  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Boone, NC
  • Place, Watauga River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, The Greater Foscoe Mining Co.
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Appalachian State University
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

WINTER MTN RETREAT- Appalachian views of Grandfather Mountain & Blue Ridge Mtns

Our condo is a home away from home with 2 bedrooms and 2 baths. Built in 2016, and in the Echota community this condo boast view of Grandfather Mountain and the Blue Ridge Mountains. With 2 pools, 2 jacuzzis, club houses with pool tables/ping pong and more the fun is endless. There are 2 gym facilities, hiking trails, fishing ponds and much more.
Located close to Beech, Sugar and Appalachian ski mountains the winter fun is right around the corner.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1004241vb
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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Boone

Located in Boone, this condo is in the city centre and near theme parks. Sugar Mountain Resort and Appalachian Ski Mountain are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Pisgah National Forest and Grandfather Mountain. Travelling with kids? Consider Tweetsie Railroad and Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
Map
Boone, NC

What's nearby

  • Watauga River - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Greater Foscoe Mining Co. - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 13 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Appalachian State University - 13 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Grandfather Mountain - 24 min drive - 25.9 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 93 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taqueria La Monarca - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Pedalin' Pig - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mountain Dog Coffee - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Town Tavern - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does WINTER MTN RETREAT- Appalachian views of Grandfather Mountain & Blue Ridge Mtns have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is WINTER MTN RETREAT- Appalachian views of Grandfather Mountain & Blue Ridge Mtns pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at WINTER MTN RETREAT- Appalachian views of Grandfather Mountain & Blue Ridge Mtns?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at WINTER MTN RETREAT- Appalachian views of Grandfather Mountain & Blue Ridge Mtns?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at WINTER MTN RETREAT- Appalachian views of Grandfather Mountain & Blue Ridge Mtns?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is WINTER MTN RETREAT- Appalachian views of Grandfather Mountain & Blue Ridge Mtns located?

This family-friendly Boone condo building is located in a rural location, within a 15-minute walk of Watauga River and The Greater Foscoe Mining Co.. Grandfather Vineyard & Winery and Grandfather Trout Farm are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Federico V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bobby A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay! The host was amazing and helpful. The location is central to the area and the accommodations were very luxurious. Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Virginia A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful condo in a great location convenient to Boone, Blowing Rock, Banner Elk and all ski areas. Amazing Mountain View. Comfortable beds and great tv setup and kitchen. We would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Judy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property

Perfect getaway in the mountains with a wonderful view and a cozy condo
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bill S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This well appointed condo is high on the mountain in the gated community of Echota. The deck and sunrise views of Grandfather Mountain were exceptional. The grandkids came over for a visit and enjoyed the indoor pool and Hot Tub. This condo was everything we needed and more! We'll be back!
View from the deck
Grandfather from the deck
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 October 2025
Thank you so much! We are glad you had a great time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M.

Fantastic High Country Getaway

We enjoyed a wonderful winter weekend at this Echota property. The condo is very comfortable, very clean and well appointed. Beautiful mountain views, close to Boone, Blowing Rock and surrounding attractions. Would definitely return to this beautiful mountain property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2020
Thank You! You’re welcome anytime!😊�
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cathy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beech Mountain

Very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 January 2024
Thank you so much. We are glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Toni B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceeded expectations

My family and I enjoyed staying at this condo very much. The accommodation felt like home, but better because we were in Boone <3 The view, a well stocked kitchen, comfortable environment with cozy items like throw blankets... comfortable bedrooms. I highly recommend staying here. Our only regret was that we couldn't stay longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 November 2024
Thank you so much!!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Loren K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was very helpful that the host offered us to get in early and stay later because the place was not rented before or after our stay. The fact that dishes were not microwaveable was hard luckily I brought paper plates. The kitchen could have better utensils like a whip, rubber spatula, measuring cups and measuring spoons.The view is awesome and furniture was comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 December 2025
Thank you!!! Hi Loren!! I'm glad you enjoyed the view!! We will make sure the vintage dishes are moved to the top shelf so the other microwavable dishes are more obvious. Also, last we were there the other things were there next to the stove but I will order new. You never know what happens with things.... Have a great holiday season!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alex C.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Condo with a beautuful mountain view

Overall a comfortable stay and a very attentive host. The king bed in the master bedroom is very comfortable & we slept well. Echota is a super organized community with a nice pool and perfect roads. The internet is also very fast. Only problem is is a bit of clutter arounfnd the condo.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 March 2025
They were great guests!!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tim C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A nice Visit

We enjoyed the unit. The view is beautiful and the condo was nicely appointed. There were some nice decorating touches. We caught 4 trout in the pond which was fun. Our only issue with the unit was that one of the circuit breakers kept tripping. I suspect it needs to be replaced. Other than that, it was a great visit and unit.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly recommended!!!

The description and pictures do not do justice to this gem vacation vacation home! There is a great view of Grandfather Mountain. You can see the beautiful mountains from almost every room. There is plenty of outdoor space for dining and lounging. The indoor space feels like home; comfortable and very clean! Seriously, the cleanest vacation home I have ever rented. The owners have really thought through what guests need and enjoy while in a vacation home. The owners were fabulous, great with answering questions. I strongly recommend this home, especially if you want to enjoy a cup of coffee while taking in a beautiful view. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Really nice!

A great property that was far better than we expected!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tracey C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place!

Clean, comfy, great location. Would definitely recommend! We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jena F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Views and More!!!

This is the perfect location to enjoy the beautiful views, the proximity of Boone, Blowing Rock and Banner Elk, and get out and play or unwind and enjoy a glass of wine on the back porch. Everything you want is thought of and the owners and thoughtful and available for any question or need. We will definitely be back!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Devon A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for us!

This was really a great spot for us during Labor Day. It was comfortable, easy to access and had lovely views! And, there were lots of nice homey touches that made our stay even more pleasant and relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

laurie l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect base for exploring the highlands

This condo is in a lovely community within easy reach of Boone, Blowing Rock, Valle Crucis and Banner Elk. The home was exactly as advertised, very well stocked, comfortable and offering jaw dropping views from the large porch. Communication with the owner was easy. We would definitely return.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tommy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it!

I regularly rent condos for summer and winter trips. The Presnells go above and beyond. You get exactly what you should expect in a condo rental, and a little bit more. Like plenty of paper products, access to basic kitchen supplies, simple and clear instructions for operation of appliances, a supply of clothes detergent, dish soap, as well as an ample supply of towels, sheets and pillows. Having rented dozens of houses/condos over the years, I found it refreshing to be able to "pop" in for a quick, long weekend and not have to run to the grocery store twice a day when you realized you forgot some random but necessary item. Would definitely recommend this place and stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Juan C. C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Unit

The Unit was nice, But it was very frustrating that I had to be constantly resetting the fuse box for the lights inside. Also the refrigerator was not clean and all the closets were locked and we could not properly unpack our clothing. Very disappointed. The Grill outside in the balconey was not clean as well.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeasica T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The place was very nice

Me, and my family enjoyed the condo. Will definitely be coming back. Thanks again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter Wonderland

We had an amazing stay at this condo, over Christmas. Thankfully, we have a four wheel drive, given it snowed and there was not a lot of plowing. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would love to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Always a pleasure

We love staying in this area and do so several times a year! Great place & convenient to all that we like to do when in the High Country!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Lisa C.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Not Sanitized

I was told the property was sanitized and I Asked a second time due to the fact I have a compromised immune system as a two time cancer survivor and was told yes it will be....Absolutely was NOT....Very dirty condo...We had to wash all the counters in the kitchen, bathroom, living area with antiseptic wipes we brought with us....The bathroom hasn’t been cleaned including the shower, glass or floors in At least a couple months...As for the kitchen we had to Clean all the counters off from stuck on food, the stove top was disgusting and we had to remove shelves from out of the refrigerator and put into the dishwasher to be cleaned before unloading our small amount of food...Food all over the refrigerator door handles and front door....These folks charged us a large cleaning fee for a 3night stay and this property was dirty...We spent the first hour and half wiping everything off....THANKFULLY we have learned from past experiences and brought our own bedding, so happy we did... I would not stay in this unit again...The floors haven’t been cleaned in a few months....Beautiful view, well appointed property but very dirty....
Response from VrboOwner on 28 October 2020
Lisa, That’s very weird.. the place was in fact sanitized and we’ve got nothing but fantastic reviews about our place until now. I also have a compromised immune system as well and I am a stickler for cleanliness. I really wish you would have reached out to us when you first arrived. We never heard a word from y’all. I’m sorry you weren’t happy. We would have had our cleaners come immediately and have them fix whatever you pointed to. It’s not really fair of you to leave this kind of review without even reaching out to us WHILE you were there. We are very sad...we love our place and really strive to have everything exemplary for our guests. Wishing you guys the best and hope you had a very happy birthday and great anniversary.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Donna L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect base for a wonderful getaway

Everything about our stay was casually elegant, comfortable and delightful. Watched deer from the back balcony, and stars at night. Highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

Condo was very clean and roomy. Magnificent mountain scenery and close to all attractions. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

About the host

Hosted by Owner/Property Manager

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We are Steve and Lorrie .. We go west in the fall and east in the spring. We have 5 children and 9 grandchildren.... we own High Country Souvenirs in town. Steve is a native so ask us anything about the area! We LOVE to travel and learn about new things, people and places.

Why they chose this property

This is a lovely place to kickback and enjoy the most beautiful mountains.......

What makes this property unique

There are so many amenities area offers quite a bit for families no matter what the season is.

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