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A Blowing Rock Property- Ideal for summer get-aways, fall colors, &winter skiing

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Welcome to our home! 134 Aspen Lane, Blowing Rock, NC
Front of the house, seen as you arrive. Paved parking for 5 average-size cars.
Come in and enjoy your visit!
View from the wrap-around deck
View of back yard from the deck

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10195.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Blowing Rock, NC
  • Appalachian Ski Mtn.
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Tweetsie Railroad
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • The Blowing Rock
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1 Downstairs

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 Downstairs

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3 Upstairs

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4 Upstairs

2 Double Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 Downstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2 Downstairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3 Upstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

A Blowing Rock Property- Ideal for summer get-aways, fall colors, &winter skiing

Welcome to our mountain home! 9.8 rating with 297 guests' reviews

The mountain view is tremendous whether you love watching the sunrise at the start of the day or are more of a sunset person! Enjoy relaxing in the rockers on the large deck with a mountain view, or perhaps some time in the hot tub is more your idea of total relaxation! Spend some time on the deck sitting around our gas fire pit. Your dogs are welcome to join you on your getaway as well. We are a 5-minute drive from the ski slopes at Appalachian Ski Mt and a 10-minute drive from Tweetsie. In the summertime you can hear a faint train whistle in the backyard.

Our home is located at an elevation of 4,500 feet on Appalachian Ski Mountain in Blowing Rock. The main level consists of a comfortable living room with a 50-inch smart TV w/cable and DVD, stone fireplace with gas logs (operated with a remote control mounted on the wall) new (2025) leather recliner sectional sofa and loveseat, and 2 leather recliners with ottomans. We also have a good collection of books for the readers in your group!

The dining area has large windows to view the mountains, There is a large table with seating for 6, a small table with seating for 2--3, and 4 bar stools.

The kitchen is fully-equipped with dishwasher, microwave, Keurig and drip coffee-makers, coffee bean grinder, toaster, 2 crock pots, toaster oven, disposal, food processor, side-by-side refrigerator with icemaker and water and ice dispensers, glass-top range, disposal, cookware, extra large set of china and flatware.

The master suite (main level) has a king bed, cable 55-inch smart TV, private bath with glass-enclosed shower, and doors to the large wrap-around deck with the beautiful, covered hot tub overlooking the surrounding mountains. There is a hamper with beach towels located there for your use with the hot tub.

The main level also has a smaller 2nd bedroom with king bed, cable TV (Smart TV), and full bathroom (shower/tub).

Upstairs is a king bedroom with picture windows to view the mountains and overlooking the play area in the yard. It has a king bed, cable smart TV, and rocking chair.

The second bedroom upstairs has 2 double beds and also has a smart TV. There is a full bathroom with walk-in shower upstairs.

Our A/C company has expanded our system--adding new vents upstairs and new ductwork for better flow of cool air to the upper level. There is a thermostat upstairs to allow that level to have its own desired temperature. The system is correctly operating at full power--cooling down to 60 degrees!

All mattresses and box springs are encased in certified bed bug protective covers for your safety.

The yard is large and relatively flat with a playground for kids and a bench in the backyard to sit and gaze at the views.

We have a gas fire pit, a gas grill and picnic table on the deck.

Our driveway is fairly flat, and is paved, and will accommodate up to 5 average-size vehicles--2 in the attached parking pad to the side, and 3 back-to-back in the driveway In the winter months we have a service that comes to clear the driveway for your safety.

Our private neighborhood is a nice place for walking, and we have a reading bench with a small outdoor library 2 blocks away. It is a very quiet neighborhood with very little traffic.

Our excellent cleaning staff prepares our home prior to your arrival and our certified hot tub technician cleans and sanitizes the hot tub prior to each guests' visit.

Conveniently located between Boone and Blowing Rock and close to the High Country attractions… it is a perfect mountain vacation home----ready for you to enjoy resting, relaxing, and spending time with family and friends.

We were very fortunate that we did not have any damage or water issues to our home from Hurrican Helene.

Notes:
1. We enjoy having families and groups of adult friends visit. We do not rent to groups of young adults or college students. No events may be held at our home. This is a private neighborhood and excessive noise needs to end by 11pm.

2. We do not offer long-term rentals (longer than 14 days.) Each year we have families that return for their vacations, so we do not want to prevent them from being able to return each year by accepting extended reservations from other guests.

3. Check-in is at 4:00 pm /Check-out is 10:00 am
If you need flexibility with these times, please let us know and we will accommodate requests whenever possible.

Property manager

Karen Priest Ritter
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Pet fee $125
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Fold back comforters on the beds that were used; leave linens on the beds.
Check carefully to be sure you've gathered all of your belongings.
In the winter months, leave the cabinet doors open underneath all sinks.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
GAS FIRE PIT: DO NOT MOVE FROM ITS LOCATION ON DECK. SOMEONE MUST BE IN ATTENDANCE AT ALL TIMES WHILE FIRE PIT IS BEING USED.
TRASH MUST BE BAGGED/ PUT IN CANS UNDER DECK (LG BLACK BAGS PROVIDED UNDER KITCHEN SINK). GUESTS ASKED TO TAKE TRASH TO DUMPSTER SITE IF POSSIBLE
NO PARTIES OR EVENTS AT ANY TIME NO LOUD NOISES OUTDOORS AFTER 11PM BE RESPECTFUL OF NEIGHBORS PICK UP YOUR PET WASTE NO RENTALS MORE THAN 14 DAYS

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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Blowing Rock

Located in Blowing Rock, this holiday home is in the mountains. Tweetsie Railroad is a notable landmark, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sugar Mountain Resort and Beech Mountain Resort. Travelling with kids? Consider Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade and Bolick Family Pottery. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging.
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Blowing Rock, NC

What's nearby

  • Appalachian Ski Mtn. - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Tweetsie Railroad - 5 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Mystery Hill - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Appalachian State University - 9 min drive - 6.3 km
  • The Blowing Rock - 11 min drive - 9.3 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 107 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Come Back Shack - ‬8 min drive
  • Pepper's Restaurant and Bar
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Blowing Rock Property- Ideal for summer get-aways, fall colors, &winter skiing pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at A Blowing Rock Property- Ideal for summer get-aways, fall colors, &winter skiing?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Blowing Rock Property- Ideal for summer get-aways, fall colors, &winter skiing?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A Blowing Rock Property- Ideal for summer get-aways, fall colors, &winter skiing located?

This family-friendly Blowing Rock holiday home is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Appalachian Ski Mtn. and Moses H. Cone Memorial Park. Boone Mall is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 258 out of 303 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 41 out of 303 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 303 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 303 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 303 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brynda B.

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

Great stay

House was large enough for two families to gather and have a great weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

NewSong C.

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

Beautiful vacation home

We have stayed here a couple of times and it is beautiful and comfortable. Has plenty of room with a great living / dining area and kitchen. Large master BR and the view is so pretty. We really enjoyed our visit. Working with the owner was great and we had no issues with anything.perfect stay!!! Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

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

A great value and enjoyable accommodations

This was a pleasant stay with attentive owners. The property is in need of some care but nothing interfered with a pleasant experience.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna D.

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

Mountain Stay

Our family stayed at the property for a quick getaway. Property is in a great location, was clean and easy to work with the owners. Gorgeous views and close to Boone and Blowing rock.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

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

Great Hosts

Our family really enjoyed this property! Beautiful views, cozy home and excellent hosts! We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly T.

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

Nice getaway to go skiing

The house was great and owners friendly. Perfect location to everything we wanted to do. Glad to see businesses open.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Family Reunion III

This was the third year in a row that we stayed at this fabulous venue. We have become so familiar with the property that our grandkids consider it their "Mountain House". This year was a bit different because our oldest grandaughter was getting married. While it kept the entire family busy it was another added event to our busy family reunion weekend (Tweetsie, Tubing on the New River, Pancake Breakfast, Hot Tubbing). The location and size of this venue is perfect for us. Each family has their own bedroom/bathroom...a great arrangement for downtime. We hope to return for many years in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our family needs. Everyone had their own space and were able to do as they pleased. Some enjoyed the outdoor area while others enjoyed the indoor space, but could see outdoors through the large windows. All the amenities were there. View was awesome. We used the hot tub and the grill. We saw deer, turkey, chipmunks, and humming birds and one person in our family interrupted a bear raiding our garbage. It was perfect! Temperature was lovely( we're from Florida)! We were pleasantly surprised that we got to see the rhododendrons blooming around the house. They were beautiful! We would love to go back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ericka A.

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

Close to Appalachian

Great house. Love the bed layouts!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

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

Another Great Stay

We used to book all sorts of different places for our annual trip but since we found this house several years ago it has become our go to place. Perfect combo of great views, kid and pet friendly, and close to both Boone and Blowing Rock.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura W.

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

Wonderful property that accommodated a family weekend

This property was a perfect place for a family weekend with my APP state student. Well stocked and communication was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

angela c.

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

Awesome vacation home

Me and my family stayed at this home for a Tweetsie trip. Perfect for 6 adults and four children. We had the best time and enjoyed it thoroughly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

DONALD F.

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

3rd time staying.

We enjoyed our stay. Great property!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

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

Another Great Stay

We love this house and go back every year. Great location and view. Great owners. Already booked for next year !
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Diane W., Burlington

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

Great location

We loved the hot tub and the big back yard.. The furniture was comfortable and so were the beds.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kyle K.

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

Great Mountain House with amazing views

Great Mountain House with amazing views. right by app ski mountain.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tricia S.

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

Fantastic Mountain Getaway!

We had a wonderful time! We watched the sun rise each morning and heard Tweetsie's whistle at night. There was a family of deer and two foxes that came by. Loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ethan U.

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

Amazing peaceful weekend

My wife and I loved our stay here. Quiet neighborhood with views from the deck and a short drive to both shopping and outdoor activities. We can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Karen L.

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

Returning stay

This was the second time our family stayed for vacation, and we were excited to go back since the first time was during Covid. We love the location, and the views! If you love trains, you can hear Tweetsie RR whistle throughout the day. The inside is clean, and the bedrooms are well accommodating. Like some other reviews the outside could use some updating. I was disappointed that the deck chairs were dirty and unable to use them. There is a problem with the AC not working properly. The owner notified us several days before our arrival that there had been a problem reported. She offered a full refund, but it was too last minute for us to make other plans. She did have it checked while we were there. Downstairs wasn't too bad because the temps outside were great, but upstairs was warm.The house is a great location, and the Walmart in Boone does delivery!!!We had a great time anyways and worked it out!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

chad s.

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

Everything you would want

Great little weekend getaway for some river tubing. The rooms were great and the views pleasing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyler I.

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

Beautiful Place

We loved everything about our stay and will certainly visit again. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eugene B.

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

Perfect Location

Great house and perfect location. We were there for a tour of App State and was only 10 minutes away. Also super close to Appalachian Ski Mountain.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Michael S.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Great location

Great location, but the house could use some significant deep cleaning and pest control.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lori N.

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

Mountain stay

It was older but updated and clean! Plenty of room and accommodations. Beautiful view!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hank & Paula B., 8034786594

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

Golf Outing

Another great golf outing in Boone. Third year in a row we stayed at this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Karen Priest Ritter

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While vacationing in Blowing Rock, my parents fell in love with the area and decided to begin looking for a home there. They found this home, but it needed a good bit of work. The mountain view was so wonderful though, they decided to purchase the home and begin renovations. They added an extra bedroom and full bath, put on the deck, bought a hot tub and added gas logs. They started on their landscaping projects soon thereafter and have continually added things to make the home more comfortable, while maintain its home-like feel. It was a second home for them and they decided to share it with guests who also enjoy a clean, comfortable home where they can relax and feel at home themselves, at an affordable cost.

Since that time, my parents have passed away, leaving the home in the care of our family. My husband and I take care of their home and enjoy working with the families who have come for many years, as well as welcoming the new guests who are visiting for the first time. Our home is child and dog friendly.

Many families come each year, making memories and spending time with their own families as they continue the tradition. Appalachian Ski Mt is in our neighborhood--just down the mountain from our back yard and we are a 5-minute drive from Tweetsie. Our home is located midway between Boone and Blowing Rock, so it convenient for Appalachian State University and all of the fun places in a nice college town as well as convenient for the unique restaurants and the scenic town of Blowing Rock.

My husband and I live in Greensboro, NC--a two-hour drive from our mountain home. Fortunately, we have excellent assistance with our incredible housekeeping team and handyman team and snow-clearing staff in the winter. We love having return guests and appreciate their suggestions on things they'd like us to add to our home for their next visit. Suggestions are encouraged and welcomed! We love our home and want you to love it as well.
Karen Priest Ritter

Why they chose this property

We love our neighborhood because it is very beautiful with trees and flowers and has gorgeous mountain views.
While you are here, you feel that you have really escaped from the noise and traffic, and busyness of life, yet you are 5 to 10 minutes away from all of the conveniences of modern life. There is a little neighborhood "library" with a bench that is a lovely place to sit and read or just commune with nature.

What makes this property unique

1. Gorgeous mountain view year-round! (just had the trees trimmed for an even better view)
2. Large paved parking area for 5 average-size cars
3. Hot tub, with large bath sheets for your use (in hamper by door to spa in large downstairs bedroom.
4.. Large deck with lots of chairs and side tables for enjoying mountain view
5. Large gas fire pit on the deck
6. Keypad entry for ease and security
7. Moderately firm mattresses for all king beds; less firm mattresses on double beds
8. Certified bedbug encasements for all mattresses and box springs
9. Private neighborhood--very quiet
10. Large back yard with swing set and slide and climbing rocks
11. 5-minute drive to Appalachian Ski Mountain ski slopes and ice-skating rink and Tweetsie Railroad
12. Located midway between Boone and Blowing Rock (10-minute drive each way)
13. Family-friendly home; pet friendly
14. 20+ years of experience in renting to families and groups of adult friends
15. Excellent reviews from our guests

Note: It is a 10-minute drive from Boone or Blowing Rock to our home. As you enter the neighborhood you will see the streets (about 1 mile's distance) are more narrow and somewhat curvy as you ascend the mountain. Two cars can pass if driving slowly. During wintery weather (snow and ice) the streets are scraped twice each day, but driving can be challenging. You may wish to consider 4-wheel drive based on your driving experience and comfort level. Our driveway is cleared during inclement weather.

Languages:

English

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