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'The Great Escape'-Panoramic Views-Hot Tub-WiFi-Pets OK-Private-Booking Fast

Family-friendly cabin with sauna and Hot tub

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Enjoy the Spa, grill your dinner, watch the hummingbirds, or just read a book.
Place of Solitude and Picturesque Views even in Winter. Snowboard down the hill.
Plenty of room in the kitchen to prepare that gourmet dinner for someone special
View of the Sitting Area. A place to relax and enjoy a long conversation.
The Master Bedroom with a King Size Bed for relaxing and catching up on Facebook

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 6153.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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  • Place, Ashe Lake
  • Place, Mountain Aire Golf Club
  • Place, Elk Shoals

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 6)

Master

1 King Bed

Sitting Room

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Downstairs

Toilet · Shower only

Master

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

'The Great Escape'-Panoramic Views-Hot Tub-WiFi-Pets OK-Private-Booking Fast

Location: Near Fleetwood, Blue Ridge Mountains, North Carolina, USA (Mountain side cabin at 3800 feet near the New River.)

Accommodations: Hand Hued Log Cabin, 1 bedroom, 2 bathroom (sleeps 6) Mulatto Mountain Hideaway, located near Fleetwood, NC, is a great gateway to a memorable mountain vacation in North Carolina's Blue Ridge Mountains. Our cabin was completed in the Spring of 2009, and is ready to welcome you to the Appalachian Mountains for a long weekend, a week, or a month away from it all.


'The Great Escape' offers a large, upper-level master bedroom with a King sized bed, as well as a full bath with a Jacuzzi tub and vanity with granite counter top, and a walk-in cedar closet. An upper level 15'x32' spacious deck provides a four place Hot Tub/Spa, two place swing, glider rocker, picnic table, and LP Gas Grill. A second spacious bathroom is located on the first level with an adjoining wet/dry sauna, and a two car garage. Additional amenities include a gas burning fireplace with a remote, flat screen TV with a blue ray DVD, two sleeper sofas, two large 5'x6' windows facing to the East and West, two large sliding glass doors leading to a spacious deck with panoramic bird's eye views from 3800 feet of the Blue Ridge Parkway and Grandfather Mountain, a large well equipped kitchen with an eight foot bar, wormy maple cabinets, and granite counter tops, a dining table with six chairs, and front loader washer and dryer. The cabin has a southern pine T&G interior throughout with oak hard wood flooring, and cathedral ceilings in the kitchen/dining area and sitting area where you will be able to feel the warmth

Treat yourself to the casual atmosphere fine dining of Crippen's Country Inn & Restaurant in Blowing Rock. Located in a quaint, Southern, side-street cottage, you will dine on an absolutely artistic creation designed for the season. Don't miss Canyon's Restaurant, the view is priceless!! Canyon's is inconspicuously built on a ridge where you can enjoy a burger, and a million dollar view! You cannot leave Blowing Rock without a stroll downtown where you have to visit Kilwin's homemade ice cream and candy store on Main Street, and let the kids play in the park which is the centerpiece of Main Street.



In Ashe County NC you can enjoy virtually any outdoor activity you can think of. Everything from fishing, biking, hiking, whitewater rafting, to skiing and golf can be found in and around Ashe County. Kayaking the New River is as easy as traveling the short distance to Riverside Kayak and Bike Rentals where they have kayaks, tubes, bikes, and horses. More adventurous activities can be found by rafting the Watauga or Nolichucky Rivers, spelunking the Linville Caverns, or hiking the Linville Gorge, all of which are within 40 minutes of Fleetwood. And, don't miss the most visited destination in NC, Grandfather Mountain, which can usually be seen from the cabin, with the mile high swinging bridge, the animal park, and more. The Blue Ridge Parkway is a favorite spot for many people. You can look out over the many overlooks and see miles and miles of the Blue Ridge Mountains across North Carolina, Virginia, and Tennessee. Enjoy biking, hiking, camping, and many other activities.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 22
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Gate on the deck for their protection.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs only allowed!! There is a Pet Fee.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please, only on the deck and in the garage.
On check-out day, please run one load of laundry, place dishes in dishwasher, run dishwasher, place garbage in trash cans in the garage.
Lock all doors and close/lock all windows when checking out, and place key and garage remote in the lock box.

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

Fleetwood

Located in Fleetwood, this cabin is in a rural area and near theme parks. Mountain Aire Golf Club and Jefferson Landing are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore New River State Park and Mount Jefferson State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Appalachian Soccer Stadium or Ted Mackorell Soccer Complex. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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West Jefferson, NC

What's nearby

  • Ashe Lake - 15 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Saint Mary's Episcopal Church - 16 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Mountain Aire Golf Club - 19 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Elk Shoals - 20 min drive - 12.6 km
  • Mount Jefferson State Park - 22 min drive - 12.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Cruisers American Grill - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Lassen Lodge at Ashe Lake - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Monte D Rey - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 'The Great Escape'-Panoramic Views-Hot Tub-WiFi-Pets OK-Private-Booking Fast pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 'The Great Escape'-Panoramic Views-Hot Tub-WiFi-Pets OK-Private-Booking Fast?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'The Great Escape'-Panoramic Views-Hot Tub-WiFi-Pets OK-Private-Booking Fast?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 'The Great Escape'-Panoramic Views-Hot Tub-WiFi-Pets OK-Private-Booking Fast located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly cabin is within 9 mi (15 km) of Ashe Lake, Elk Shoals and Ashe County Cheese Store. New River State Park and Rhododendron Trail are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 381 out of 397 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 397 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 397 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 397 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 397 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Deidra S.

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

Great stay!

We loved our stay here! Great views and relaxing atmosphere. It was a great anniversary trip! We would love to stay again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

catherine m.

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

Great little cabin

Howard was an absolute joy to deal with he was very prompt with his responsees .. the cabin was clean and very enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer R.

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

Christmas Getaway

We enjoyed the cabin and its amenities.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Evan F.

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

Incredible views!

Fantastic property, would highly recommend! Best views right from the porch along with a hot tub on the porch to enjoy the views!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra C., Seven Lakes, NC

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

Another great stay

Appreciate the hospitality, beautiful home and views. Everything we wanted for our holiday weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Josh P.

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

Nice getaway

Nice cabin, beautiful location, great views from the deck. Nice little getaway
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mara M.

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

Wonderful Property

The Great Escape was such a wonderful property to stay at. Howard communicated everything very well and his directions were fantastic. The property was very clean and comfortable. The views are absolutely breathtaking from the house. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra M., Toms River, New Jersey

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

Great mountain top retreat

This house is so beautiful. The woodwork makes this feel like a real cabin. The owner has it equipped for his guests to be comfortable. We had a wonderful and relaxing stay especially with the hot tub on the deck with those beautiful views of the mountains.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott R.

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

Great house, beautiful view

Spacious living area and kitchen, big bedroom, nicely appointed and equipped - great big porch with hot tub and great long-range view. We had unfortunate weather so we couldn't fully enjoy the porch and hot tub but that was our bad luck. The place feels private and remote - the drive up is a little bumpy but not too bad - I don't think you need 4wd to get there, unless there is snow, but a little clearance would be nice. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shellie S.

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

20th Anniversary

This place is truly an escape, we only left the cabin 1 day to explore other wise you can just relax and watch different sides of the scenery.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

angela f.

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

Beautiful weekend getaway

This place was better than the pictures! Spotlessly clean, plenty of room inside the cabin, fully stocked kitchen, great hot tub and amazing views. Could not have asked for anything better. Host responded promptly to any question i had and was very helpful. Plan to come back! Thank you, Howard!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

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

The Great Escape

If we could give it 10 stars, we would! It was beautiful!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neil D.

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

Fabulous weekend at the Great Escape

The Great Escape was a real gem in the mountains around West Jefferson. We loved the house and the layout. The back deck is wonderful. The owner Howard was very helpful. We try to get to this area every year. We loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

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

Peaceful and serene

We had a fabulous tranquil stay at the Great Escape and can’t wait to return. We thoroughly enjoyed spending time on the deck listening to nature with the panoramic views. This is the spot to unwind and relax with fresh air and scenery of the NC mountains with the comforts of a beautiful cabin. Thank you Howard for sharing this special place with us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristy P.

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

Secluded private

Very secluded and private! Great property Very steep grade getting to property. Glad I had a Jeep!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan R.

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

Great Getaway!

We love the mountains and we this was the perfect place to stay. You views are truly million dollar views. I went with my husband and one year old daughter and there was more then enough room. A great trip to a great cabin. Also, Howard is great and responds quickly if you need to reach out to him for any reason.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tripp H.

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

The great escape

Typical gravel mountain driveway. Not too rough but would recommend SUV/awd/4wd especially in winter. Beautiful views, open floor plan. Easy drive to West Jefferson or Boone areas.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

James A.

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

INCREDIBLE VIEW

Absolutely nothing to complain about here. View was like no other. Very secluded. Loved having a garage to pull in. Friendly host with great communication.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anthony L.

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

Awesome

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Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

sara h.

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

Wonderfull Wonderfull!!

Most peaceful getaway! You can not beat the jaw dropping view! Everything was fantastic! The house was very clean, kitchen was well stocked, plenty of linens, and the hot tub was a plus!! The cabin is so peaceful and quiet you feel like the only one on the mountain. The perfect cabin for our Anniversary weekend. Howard was so great to work with! We will definitely be back to The Great Escape!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorayne T., United States

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

Truly The GREAT Escape

Amazing stay as always. We got to add seeing a snake and two deer to our wildlife spotting while staying at the cabin. The views were as breathtaking as ever and allowed for game night to be had with a view. The hot tub was once again a hit for the kids and proved a great way to relax after horseback riding in town for the adults. Mr. Shipman’s hospitality was too notch as always! We look forward to another return trip in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Frank S.

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

Great Views!

The house was very nice, view was terrific, everything was in good working order and the house had plenty of space. The owner is honest when he says must have 4x4 at least in the months that may have snow and ice, drive up to house isn’t bad but it is very steep in spots. We would have no problem renting this house again. Thank you for an enjoyable stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Leslie (Les) S., Duette

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

Great Escape

The cabin has everything you need, just bring food because you wont want to leave once you are there..The road is a little rough in places but easy to travel. the view is unsurpassed, We seen plenty of wildlife, humming birds,chipmunk,turkey,deer. the owner Howard is pleasant and will make sure everything is ok and will answer any questions you have. I recommend this place for anyone who wants to get away and relax The name says it all THE GREAT ESCAPE.There is plenty to do in the area if you do decide to venture out
Stayed 14 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam C., Jersey City

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

Howard's Greatest Escape

Don't even know where to begin. But I can tell you that we enjoyed every second of the escape. From right after booking all the way till 11am the day we had to leave - even played one last pool game before we left. You won't regret staying here, the views, the cabin, the porch swing, the hot tub, the location and even the adventure of getting to the cabin itself! The house is open concept and amazing for pets on the fenced in patio.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Stephen M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Spectacular view

Keep an eye on the treess encroaching on the gorgeous view and already blocking the view East. House is beautiful and would benefit from more regular maintenance. Filter on air handler nearly bocked . Nice appliances., Improve the interior lighting kitchen and parlor dim. lighting. Clean up the yard looks trashy when not covered with snow..
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Howard Shipman

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Howard lives in the Florida Keys, and has three grown kids. He is a retired Commercial Airline Pilot, and retired USAF Pilot. Howard is a NC native. He enjoys the natural beauty, fresh air, and wildlife of the Blue Ridge Mountains while trekking and biking.

Why they chose this property

I was looking to build an all wooden cabin with modern conveniences in a location that provided the best long range mountain views The Smokey Mountains had to offer, yet close to places to go for dining and activities. Southern Ashe County, 20 minutes from Boone, and close to West Jefferson, was the ideal place.

What makes this property unique

Privacy, Long Range panoramic views of The Great Smoky Mountains from 3800 feet.

Languages:

English, French, Spanish, Russian

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