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Cozy hand-built cabin in the heart of wine country, near mountains and Mayberry

Cabin in Dobson with kitchen and patio

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Living area
Exterior
Dining
Interior
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 490.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Dobson, NC
  • Place, Lake Sobotta
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Camp Raven Knob
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Round Peak Vineyard
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Living room

1 Double Futon

Loft

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Upstairs Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Cozy hand-built cabin in the heart of wine country, near mountains and Mayberry

Sit back and unwind! This private cabin features a loft bedroom, two bathrooms, full kitchen, woodstove, jet tub, washer and dryer, outdoor fire pit, and much more! Enjoy an evening on the full-length covered back deck while listening to the bullfrogs croak in the nearby pond. You're only a short walk away from fishing the stocked waters of the Fisher River. Enjoy access to the covered bridge over Red Hill Creek. Tour nearby vineyards or the local brewery. Take a short drive to the Blue Ridge Parkway, where gorgeous views abound. Go for a hike at nearby Stone Mountain State Park or Pilot Mountain State Park. Be sure to check out the events at the nearby Blue Ridge Music Center, as well as Mount Airy and Elkin.

Queen bed upstairs, full (comfy) futon folds out downstairs.

WiFi is now available at the cabin, but cell phone reception is spotty unless you take a short walk to the top of the hill, where voice, text, and data cellular reception is available. Roku device is available for streaming on the TV, in addition to a Blu-ray/DVD player. HEPA air filter runs to keep air fresh.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 12:00 PM
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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: limit 2 total
Pet fee. Please no pets on the furniture
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please be considerate of the house and its items.
No pets on the bed, the futon, or any other furniture, please.
If you would like to use the wood stove or the outdoor fire pit, please bring firewood.

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, outdoor lighting 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

Dobson

Located in Dobson, this cabin is in a rural area. Vaughn-Woltz Order of the Arrow Arena and Creekside Stadium 10 are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Round Peak Vineyard and Shelton Vineyards. Dobson Square Park and Dobson Splash Pad are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Dobson, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake Sobotta - 8 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Camp Raven Knob - 8 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Mitchell River Gameland - 13 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Lake Watson - 14 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Round Peak Vineyard - 16 min drive - 13.5 km

Getting around

  • Winston-Salem, NC (INT-Smith Reynolds) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Circle K - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Circle K - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Copper Pot - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Little Italy Italian Restaurant - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Round Peak Vineyards - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy hand-built cabin in the heart of wine country, near mountains and Mayberry pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Cozy hand-built cabin in the heart of wine country, near mountains and Mayberry?

As of 21 December 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy hand-built cabin in the heart of wine country, near mountains and Mayberry on 1 January 2026 start from NZ$249.87, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Cozy hand-built cabin in the heart of wine country, near mountains and Mayberry?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy hand-built cabin in the heart of wine country, near mountains and Mayberry?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy hand-built cabin in the heart of wine country, near mountains and Mayberry?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Cozy hand-built cabin in the heart of wine country, near mountains and Mayberry located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is within 6 miles (10 km) of Lake Sobotta, Camp Raven Knob and Lake Watson. Vaughn-Woltz Order of the Arrow Arena and Mitchell River Gameland are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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. 122 out of 140 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 140 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 140 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 140 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 140 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JULIE P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the whole experience! Especially the sound of the rainfall on the roof and walking and listening to the sound of crickets and a beautiful voice singing from down the road! Loved it all
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaye F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cabin that was peaceful and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

katie s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anelle A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cabin is awesome! It's so cozy, and has such great character. Guests have everything they need, and the solitude is great. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

catherine a.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous cabin. Couldn't figure out how to find something to watch on the TV
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Stuart M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was great, nice and clean and very peaceful. Comfortable bed, nice bathrooms and a well equipped kitchen, even if the stove was a little temperamental.We had hoped to eat our meals on the large covered deck admiring the view. Unfortunately their was no table on the deck and no view as the trees started about 4 feet from the rail. The area is beautiful and we explored the nearby State Parks and strolled by the river. An abundance of vineyards were close by.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Colin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a beautiful and secluded cabin on a hill. Much needed reset from city life. Pond and small river or stream nearby. Owners onsite but out of sight were courteous and knowledgeable. Thank you very much for a memerable time in July.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful quiet cabin. So peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The rustic nature of the cabin & property were marvelous. The walk around porch was comfortable & provided amazing views. Beauty, comfort, quiet, and everything you might want. You don't wish to miss this amazing place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We absolutely loved our time here. My wife is originally from Upstate NY and used to own a camp in the Adirondack Mountains. She misses it very much. So this place was perfect for her. I loved the solitude.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jake N.

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

Quiet, simple cabin.

Nice for a quick weekend getaway as we celebrated our anniversary!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Austin C.

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

100% worth it

I took my mom to Mt Airy to check out all the Andy Griffith history. We decided to stay in their cabin right outside of my airy and boy was it worth it!! This place was amazing. Definitely book with them!! We will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel D.

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

Lovely Place

Everything was as described on the listing or better. The place is more spacious than it looks.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara G.

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

Comfortable

We loved the cabin and hope to visit again. The dog enjoyed investigating the property also. Very quiet and private. Great deck
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

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

Not Enough Time

Hosts were great, only wish we could stay longer! Location to Mt Airy and other sites is fantastic, the cabin is cozy and just perfect for 2 ... Accomodations were awesome, everything you need to have a great stay. Bed was super soft and comfy and kitchen was totally capable of doing a full scale meal or whatever you want to prepare. We are looking forward to coming back soon when the leaves change. All in all a great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

CJ F.

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

great stay!

This is an awesome remote getaway if you're looking to relax and have some tranquility. It's a cozy cabin and it's so peaceful. The cabin has all you need for your stay and the wood stove more than heated the place even on a 20 degree night! The host was incredibly helpful and it made for a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Katrina M.

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

Weekend getaway in the mountains

Wow! We had such a wonderful experience in this beautiful and thoughtfully designed cabin. Our host was very quick to answer all of our questions before our arrival which made our arrival stress free and easy. We loved the personal touches around the cabin which made us feel like welcomed guests into a friend's home rather than just another booking for a rental property. The cabin had everything we needed for a comfortable stay including a tea kettle, coffee station, wine opener, fully stocked kitchen and even firewood ready to be used in the wood stove. The cabin was immaculately kept. Everything was very clean and easy to find. Even the light switches were labeled so you weren't left playing a guessing game. The view from the porch was very peaceful, a wonderful place to sit in the morning and relax. We will definitely stay again next time we are in the area! Thank you for sharing your little slice of heaven with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter A.

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

Lovely Log Cabin in the Woods

Wonderful log cabin in great country location near Mount Airy, NC. Craftsmanship is stunning. Lots of do's and don't's in check-in notebook and around the cabin, so be sure to review all of them. Primary source of heat is cozy wood burning stove with plenty of split wood, so don't forget your fire starting skills. You may want to bring paper or cardboard and matches to help start the fire. Electric space heaters also available throughout the cabin. Lots of room to walk a dog. Nice stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

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

Heidi's Cozy Cabin was a big hit!

Such a wonderful, unique property...it was definitely an "experience" stay. Hand-built cabin...very authentic...well stocked and well furnished. Lots of extras provided by the host. Exactly as represented. Host was amazing...allowed early arrival on check-in date due to forecasted winter storm (snow)...great communication with host. Cabin was surrounded by mountains, wineries, pastures (cows, horses, even buffalo). Near 3 state parks and Mount Airy (i.e., Mayberry). Cabin pleasingly rustic but also offered 2 full bathrooms, modern kitchen, wi-fi, and a very efficient wood heater that kept the cabin warm and cozy despite cold temps. Nearly 1000 sq ft and a large back porch with an oversized swing. We LOVED the cabin and thoroughly enjoyed our trip. The cabin, location and host were all A. Can't say enough good things!!! Thanks, Heidi!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vic M., Greenville SC

Weekend In Wine Country

The cabin was beautiful. Heidi did a great job decorating the cabin and all the amenities were first class. Great fully stocked kitchen, very cozy cabin, great deck, very private. A must stay. Within 10 minutes to Shelton Vineyards and many more wineries. If you like to hike, go to Stone Mountain State Park, 25 miles away. Great views!! My wife and I will be back soon!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

2/10 Terrible

Bill D., Goffstown NH

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Listing accuracy

We were forced to leave early

I have rented through VRBO many times over the years, everything from small cabins to condos by the sea, and have been extremely satisfied with all of our vacation rentals. This is the first time I have felt compelled to write a negative review. My husband and I rented the cabin listed above for a five day retreat. When we arrived, we were pleased with the countryside and the coziness and cleanliness of the cabin. We were excited to stay for a restful and relaxing time, while also exploring the surrounding areas in NC. We arrived in the afternoon, and after going into town for groceries, we came back to the cabin to have dinner and relax after a long days drive to get there. While sitting on the futon couch, I had a flea jump on me. The next morning while in the downstairs bathroom, several more fleas appeared. We went to Mount Airy to see the shops and drive around. The next day, we couldn’t sit anywhere downstairs or upstairs without having fleas jumping all over us. Four times I pulled out the vacuum and did upstairs and downstairs, but they just kept coming. At this point we contacted Mike, the caretaker and he said that they would flea bomb the house the next day. We were traveling, so we were going to be gone all day anyway. When we came back late afternoon, we saw no sign except a trunk that had been moved and the ac upstairs had been turned back on. No sign of a note, a flea bombing, or the smell of cleaner after you clean countertops etc. after using the flea bomb method ( having pets in the past, I’ve had to do this so I know what it takes). The fleas were still everywhere. This was unacceptable, and I questioned whether they did anything at all. Mike initially said that another renter two weeks ago had two pit bulls that had stayed there, so it could have been from them. But when we contacted them again about there still being fleas in the house, the wife contacted the daughter( owner) who said she would refund our money if we got out that night which we did. And then she wrote an outright lie which she posted to VRBO…her words below. “Guests went hiking and were not happy with the insects that they brought in from outside. No such insects were in the cabin before their stay. They requested fogger, which was granted despite no fleas being found. They still claimed fleas after the fogger. They requested to cancel.” We NEVER went hiking, never requested to cancel. We were reimbursed but disappointed by this experience.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick S.

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

Great Cabin!

The location and privacy of the cabin is fantastic. Clean as a pin and all the amenities and comforts of home. The porch and property are great places to relax, with morning coffee or drinks at night. There is plenty to do close by too. From visiting Mount Airyto finding parks to just about anything you would want to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

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

Very Comfortable!

It was 14 degrees outside but nice and warm inside. The cabin was extremely clean and comfortable. There were plenty of dishes to cook a nice Christmas dinner. It was nice having a bathroom upstairs and down. Property was quiet. Nice property to walk outside.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S., Jasper

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

Beautiful rugged location

Loved the rustic nature of this well-appointed cabin! Setting was beautiful and we loved the firepit. Drive was a bit hard to locate (rocks which mark drive aren't as large as we thought) and drive a bit rugged but overall an excellent stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Natalie K., Greensboro, NC

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

Adorable Cabin!

We had such a nice stay in this adorable cabin! Thank you, Heidi, for all you did to make our stay so wonderful. The cabin has everything we needed and we really enjoyed the little getaway and our visit with family.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Heidi Hatcher

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With help from friends and family (mostly my dad!), I built my cabin by hand in 2009/2010. Upon completion, I moved to Alaska to pursue a career as a wildlife biologist. I love returning to my cabin annually to visit my family, but it's a shame to let it sit empty for the rest of the year!

Why they chose this property

Nestled on a hill, just a short walk from a stunning view of the Fisher Valley, this cabin has everything. Access is available to adjacent lands (caretakers may be present on adjacent lands). Watch for deer in the fields and woods surrounding the cabin, take a walk along the ridgetop to get away from the world, walk across the nearby covered bridge to a small pond, or follow the dirt road a few hundred yards down to the stocked waters of the Fisher River. Venture a little further (20-30 minute drive) to discover countless local vineyards as well as Stone Mountain State Park, Pilot Mountain State Park, or the Blue Ridge Parkway!

What makes this property unique

A lot of sweat, blood, and tears went into the construction of Heidi's cabin! Every detail is hand-picked and every board was painstakingly placed by me, my dad, or one of our friends or family members that volunteered their time and effort to help us finish the cabin. That being said, the house has its quirks! I have a list of quirks to work on each time I go home, including the back deck lights not always cooperating!

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