Bledsoe’s River Inn. Cottage in the heart of wine country near Mtns. & Mayberry

3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Washer

Dryer

Outdoor space

Explore the area

Dobson, NC

Stony Knoll Vineyards5 min drive
Shelton Vineyards13 min drive
The Andy Griffith Museum18 min drive
Greensboro, NC (GSO-Piedmont Triad Intl.)62 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bed with bath

1 Double Bed

Front bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Office

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, just 18 miles to the Blue Ridge Parkway. Enjoy 24 acres of private property located on the Fisher River where you can enjoy all types of fishing, kayaking, hiking, and swimming! A short drive will take you to many award winning wineries and to downtown Mt. Airy, also known as Mayberry. Also, a 30 minute drive will take you to Stone Mountain State Park or to the beautiful Pilot Mountain State Park for endless views and hiking. Welcome!!
The space
Cottage is decorated with period 1800-1850 antiques including 2 converted rope beds (one in each bedroom) and one original rope bed in the sleeping loft! So travel back in time and enjoy for a little while!

Relax on the back porch with a book, work on your laptop, or watch a movie on the second tv.

Sitting on the back patio you can view the cows grazing just past the barn and enjoy the fire pit just outside the pack door. Beyond that is the river.
Guest access
Cottage is located approximately 250 yards from the river. We invite you to bring your all terrain vehicles, golf carts, or you are welcome to drive your vehicle or walk through the cow pasture (with the friendly cows and no bull) to the river.
Other things to note
The 5th bed is a genuine circa 1800’s rope bed with a feather tic. This is only comfortable for one person but two can actually sleep on it. There is also two twin beds located in loft space.

Office space can be utilized on the enclosed back porch. There is a drop leaf table that can be pulled up for your convenience with a couple of different size chairs to choose.

Please bring your own fishing gear. No pets please!

Property manager

Timothy & Alison Bledsoe

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please, if you wash your own laundry replace pods or bring your own. We prefer to do all the laundry so that we know it is done to covid specs.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

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

About the area

Dobson

Located in Dobson, this cottage is on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Pilot Mountain State Park and Veterans Memorial Park, while Creekside Stadium 10 and The Andy Griffith Museum are cultural highlights. Kayaking, power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.

Dobson, NC

What's nearby

Stony Knoll Vineyards - 5 min drive
Shelton Vineyards - 13 min drive
The Andy Griffith Museum - 18 min drive
Mayberry Mall - 18 min drive
Stone Mountain State Park - 47 min drive

Getting around

Winston-Salem, NC (INT-Smith Reynolds) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

Hidden Vineyard - 6 min drive
McDonald's - 6 min drive
Lantern Restaurant - 7 min drive
The Depot - 5 min drive
Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bledsoe’s River Inn. Cottage in the heart of wine country near Mtns. & Mayberry pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bledsoe’s River Inn. Cottage in the heart of wine country near Mtns. & Mayberry?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bledsoe’s River Inn. Cottage in the heart of wine country near Mtns. & Mayberry?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bledsoe’s River Inn. Cottage in the heart of wine country near Mtns. & Mayberry located?

Located on the riverfront, this family-friendly cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Stony Knoll Vineyards, Hutton Vineyards and Winery and Carolina Heritage Vineyard and Winery. Shelton Vineyards and Jolo Winery and Vineyards are also within 12 miles (20 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Lori W.

12 April 2024

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

Run the Vines weekend

We had a wonderful time! The house was perfect and the hosts were very responsive. Check in and out process was seamless. Thank you!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jaklyn R.

12 October 2023

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

quick Mayberry stay!

Our visit was short for a family reunion but we all wished it could’ve been longer! The house was adorable and just as pictured, check-in/check-out process was so simple.. we even were able to check-in a little early last minute! Very friendly host, would absolutely stay again :)

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caridad M.

6 August 2023

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

Relaxing

Its a very nice place to relax and enjoy nature with the family. The owners are very nice and very helpful.

Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie R.

23 July 2023

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

Amazing hosts!

What a truly exceptional experience! The hosts were simply amazing - warm, welcoming, and went above and beyond to ensure our stay was perfect. The amenities were fabulous, from the well-appointed accommodation to the peaceful and private setting that offered a much-needed escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The highlight was definitely the opportunity to go kayaking on the serene nearby river, allowing us to connect with nature and relax. Additionally, having vineyards and wineries in close proximity was a delightful treat for wine enthusiasts like us. Exploring the local flavors made our trip even more enjoyable. To top it all off, the snacks provided were a wonderful surprise and added an extra touch of thoughtfulness to our stay. We couldn't have asked for a better place to unwind and create lasting memories. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a tranquil retreat with wonderful hosts and incredible amenities!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina K.

8 July 2023

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

On the way to Mayberry

Great place. Owners are so nice and accommodating. Wish we could've stayed longer!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Timothy & Alison Bledsoe

Why they chose this property

This house has definitely been a labor of love. This farm belonged to a lady by the name of Sadie Hutchens. We befriended Sadie when we moved close by and she chose us to carry on the legacy of her family (The Miller's) farm. This is the result of wanting to honor her wishes!!