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Ready, Set, Relax! Sleeps 8+and pet friendly You may never want to leave!

Holiday home in Glade Valley with kitchen and patio

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Rock away and eat outdoors enjoying the beauty of the mountains.
Welcome to The Bluestone. Your mountain escape.
New adventures begin in the front yard,
Gather the family by the fire and play games while watching the game.
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10241.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Washer

Explore the area

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  • Place, Stone Mountain State Park
  • Place, High Meadows Golf & Country Club
  • Place, Olde Beau Golf and Country Club

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Single Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Ready, Set, Relax! Sleeps 8+and pet friendly You may never want to leave!

Our property is located on 90+ private, walkable acres and is adjacent to the Blue Ridge Parkway. This is a spectacular place to unwind and relax with long mountain views and plenty of privacy. Enjoy the property's serenity where deer and turkey are your neighbors. Stone Mountain State Park and the New River State Park are a short drive away to enjoy hiking, fishing, canoeing and floating. In addition, there are 40 vineyards within an hour drive and the property is less than 10 miles to Camp Cheerio.

This multi-level 5bed/2bath home is the perfect family home. The home boasts a massive octagonal porch with a table for 8 and unobstructed views of the mountains. There is plenty of parking for at least 6 vehicles. A full-size washer and dryer are located in the hall bath. The kitchen includes granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and all the goodies needed for cooking family meals. In addition to the massive table on the porch, you can also enjoy your meals on the large dining room table. Three bedrooms are located on the ground level and two are located upstairs. The master bedroom has a king bed, 2 guest rooms each have a queen bed, 2 guest rooms each have a full bed and the "kid-suite" attached to the master by french doors has a bunk bed with a twin on top, full on the bottom and a pull out twin trundle. Two bathrooms with touch screen mirror lights and rain shower heads are located on the ground level. The house has heating and air conditioning, as well as ceiling fans in every room. Outside on the property, you can wonder along to the upper pasture for quiet, private walks with incredible views, or head out to the 2 ponds on the property for catch and release fishing. Watch the sun set behind the mountains while warming up by the portable fire pit in the front yard until it becomes your own private planetarium to watch for falling stars. Bocce ball and corn hole are also available to play outside in the yard. We are pet friendly but require a pet fee. This property is great for a family reunion or gathering! Please don't hesitate to ask me any questions. I'm happy to help. Your only problem staying here is ...... you might not want to leave!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
Please ask about small parties or gatherings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Non-refundable deposit $250, owner approval
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outdoors only!
Make sure all remotes are returned to their docks.

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
Note from host: please ask about small parties or gatherings
Long-term renters welcome
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 first aid kit

About the area

Glade Valley

Located in Glade Valley, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Mitchell River Gameland and Cumberland Knob Recreation Area, while Blue Ridge Music Center and Vaughn-Woltz Order of the Arrow Arena are cultural highlights. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Glade Valley, NC

What's nearby

  • High Meadows Golf & Country Club - 17 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Olde Beau Golf and Country Club - 18 min drive - 14.4 km
  • Blue Ridge Music Center - 29 min drive - 26.5 km
  • The Andy Griffith Museum - 51 min drive - 53.4 km
  • Shelton Vineyards - 53 min drive - 55.1 km

Getting around

  • Winston-Salem, NC (INT-Smith Reynolds) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Saddle Mountain Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Can't Sleep - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Circle L Restaurant - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪사또치킨 - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Budoir James - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ready, Set, Relax! Sleeps 8+and pet friendly You may never want to leave! pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Ready, Set, Relax! Sleeps 8+and pet friendly You may never want to leave!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ready, Set, Relax! Sleeps 8+and pet friendly You may never want to leave!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ready, Set, Relax! Sleeps 8+and pet friendly You may never want to leave! located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 3.1 mi (5 km) from Mitchell River Gameland and within 9 miles (15 km) of Cumberland Knob Recreation Area and Stone Mountain State Park. Camp Cheerio Lake and Williamson Mead and Brewing are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kelly F.

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

Amazing property!!!

We stay in a lot of placesand this was by far the most beautiful place. This is in part the fantastic gazebo attached to property with view of mountains. The owner is clearly focused on their guests and you simply can not go wrong booking this place. You will love it!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

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

Perfection on the Parkway

This property is exactly as described and pictured! We had a wonderful time with children and grandchildren and plan to go back next year! We have been vacationing in the Sparta area for over 40 years and love it there. The host was great to work with!!! Thank y’all for sharing your Blue Ridge Park home with us. Jane and Clyde and family
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

shontelle M.

Incredible!

This place was amazing! It was exactly what I was looking for. We had a group of adults and kids, and we were looking for somewhere to go to get away from everything for a few days. It was absolutely perfect! The house was clean, the yard was spacious (very, very spacious), and the whole place is fenced in. I spent almost four full days sitting on the patio looking at the mountains. If you see a glider in a tree straight ahead of the back patio, say hi to it for us. It flew like a dream. :(
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Heidi F.

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

The mountains were calling

Beautiful, comfortable, calming. No one wanted to leave, the outdoor space was perfect and that is where we spent most of our time. The deck has the most amazing view. We did take a wander up to the hill above the deer feeding area and can I say it took our breath away. Thank you for sharing your home. If you not one for commercialized vacation destinations and appreciate unspoiled surroundings Blue Stone will not disappoint. The only suggestion is to be aware of the drive up to the house- we were all on HD Road Glides and it was a bit slick after it rained. Drive is steep and although packed gravel it did get a little muddy in the rain. We will be keeping this property on the list to go again. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jo D.

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

MT Airy days adventure

The property was a great experience and so was the Mayberry days, We had a small problem with yellow jackets swarming from a nest under the window and found 10 in one bedroom. Also on the porch the railing going down the steps broke on my elderly sister and caused her to fall. She was not hurt but I need to contact the owner and cannot find any contact number. If you could provide tht to me I would appreciate it. I want to inform them of these 2 items. I talked to the property manager and she said I should talk to the owner and inform them just so that they would know what happened to the railing. Otherwise we really enjoyed the house and had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne D.

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

Peaceful getaway at this special property

My husband and I needed an escape during Covid. This property was perfect for our 2 1/2 week getaway. The home itself is cheery, full of light, and simply yet beautifully appointed with attractive finishes and decor. The renovated bathrooms are a dream- we took photos to incorporate some ideas at our own house. It was well-stocked with supplies. The views from the porch made our blood pressure drop, and our dogs loved running on the grass around the home (and the pears from the pear trees!). The views from the upper field were even better- we watched many sunsets from there. There are more wonderful hiking trails within a 15-60 minute drive than you can shake a stick at. The closest town of Sparta is only about 15 minutes away, and we had delicious takeout from several restaruants there. There's also a great potter in town, and vineyards and cider houses within an easy drive. The owner was friendly, thoughtful and available. If you are looking for a peaceful retreat along the Blue Ridge Parkway, we highly recommend this property. Trails we especially loved, all of which are moderate or easy (recommend using the free AllTrails app): Fries to Fries Junction in Galax- can also bike this one with fat tires Vineyard Trail, Mountains to Sea trail, and Centers Falls (combined trail with a Winery at the beginning/end) Rocky Knob Lower Parking lot to Stone Mountain Moses H. Cone Memorial Park- multiple great trails and store with goods from local craftspeople Sparta recommendations: Crave- Italian restaurant. Everything we had was great. The homemade alfredo sauce was amazing. Becca's Backwoods Bean Coffee Shop- Also has limited dinner service (Thursday is pizza night- yum). Magnum Cater pottery- not your usual pottery Nearby ProStop groceries/fuel/deli- some local produce and ok wine selection Olde Beau Resort & Golf Club- The Grill (casual outdoor seating for burgers, sandwiches) and Restaurant have the same sweeping views of the course and mountains Jolo, rated top 7 wineries outside CA. Lovely outdoor seating (great for Covid). Try their vermouth and Carolus red blend. One note: The home has cameras. They do post about this inside. We did not recall reading about this in the property info, thought it may have been disclosed as we just missed it. We turned them around for privacy during our stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

heidi s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is secluded so it is very quiet, very peaceful and on the flipside, if your family is loud, you won't be bothering anyone or cause problems! The view is worth every minute of enjoyment. Plenty area to take walks and explore. The house itself was very clean, cozy and comfortable with even the tiniest of comfort details covered. The beds were awesome, the large living room area is perfect for large groups to gather... I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was very communicative and the property is beautiful! Lots of fish caught :)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location and views. Very clean, lots of seating for everyone in the living room, comfortable beds, and great hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chaya M.

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

Wonderful

A very special home in a lovely setting.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol W.

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

Yearly family trip

We love the house. It has plenty of room and loads of parking. My family has outgrown one house but this house is perfect for some of the family and for everyone to gather for meals and such. Always look forward to our trip to Alleghany county.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

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

Amazing

The home and property were amazing. Everything was as described and more! Well equipped kitchen with everything needed. The deck was amazing. Sitting out at night with the Mountain views was incredible! Beautiful home, we hope to come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia S.

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

Girls golf trip

Nice property, quiet, and great views. We were indoors while Tropical Storm Debbie rained for a full day, but we were able to enjoy ourselves with games and napping. A bit of a drive to get into Sparta for provisions and dining out..
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

gerry b.

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

Glade valley family vacation

We had 3 generations of family staying here. It was perfect. My mother is 91 years old. Lots of flat area for her to walk easily. The downstairs area in the house was easy for her to navigate. We put the younger generation upstairs. Easy access to hiking, the Blue ridge parkway and Stone mountain state park. We plan to come back next year. Loved it
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica R.

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

Wonderful week

Our family had an amazing time here! The house is spacious, clean and well appointed. The property is gorgeous with beautiful views. The host was gracious and very responsive. We hope to come back soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ben E.

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

Get away and slow down

Our stay was wonderful; the house and property are amazing. The owners communication was timely and helpful. It is a large property and can handle many people. We found it just right with our family of six. Everything was clean and comfortable. The ponds are great for fishing and the banks are clean and easy for helping little ones to fish. The views are great from anywhere on the property. We hope to make our visit a yearly stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron E.

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

Mountain Golf trip

Absolutely loved the privacy of the property and the views! House is very well kept and not too far away from Sparta for restaurants and such. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynea W.

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

Spectacular!!!!!

Incredible!! We felt safe, comfortable and cozy, just like home. The home’s provisions are perfect!! Even the grill!! The windows allow for immensely enjoying the beautiful view!! Rocking chairs are provided on the most amazing porch!! The grounds are just spectacular!! And sitting around the fire pit at night , gazing at the universe of stars was just stellar!! The most stars we’ve ever seen, what a peaceful experience!! Except, of course, for a very peaceful and quiet nights rest. Julie, our host, goes above and beyond!! We loved how clean the home was and the towels (!!) , I’m sure we were enjoying a spa retreat!!! Missing it already !!!! Thank you Julie for sharing this incredible retreat !!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

gerry b.

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

Close to the Blue ridge parkway

Beautiful property and is well maintained. We had extended family get together. Lots of room for children to play. Lots of space to get some alone time when needed. Pet friendly. We enjoyed our stay and plan to come back next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan R.

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

Wonderful Property and Host

Great Experience all the way around.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

John K.

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

new year reunion holiday

The house gets the big things and the little things right. The kitchen was roomy and well equipped, the table seats 10 easily, the furniture was comfortable, everything was clean, the property was beautiful and well kept. We did not bother to drive to the state park, we just walked the paths on the property; the ponds were frozen but still fun to walk around. The meadows and woods were secluded and private, but the drive to Sparta was only about 20 minutes.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

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

Great stay!

Enjoyed the house and location. Had everything we needed and close to local wineries and hiking.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

Wonderful

The property was awesome and enjoyed by the whole family. We loved the peaceful setting and wide open space. The covered porch was perfect for our large family.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

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

Awesome vacation!

We loved our vacation at Bluestone and would rent again in a heartbeat!!! The house and property met all our expectations and was absolutely perfect for our family. Julie was great to answer questions and keep us informed. Highly recommend this beautiful mountain home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ray & Pauline H., Heath Ohio USA

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

Hidden Private Gem

If you are looking for peace and quite along with privacy this rental is for you! The covered porch was so enjoyable to have every meal outside along with the comfortable rockers to enjoy our morning coffee with the view of the mountains. The owner and property manager was very prompt in responding to our questions and request for additional firewood. Great hiking location and abundant fish catching. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! This was a super clean house along with great WiFi connection. We hope to definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Julie Pitcairn

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My grandparents were from Elkin and I spent my summers here. Both my parents are from NC and this place is my " favorite place to be".

Why they chose this property

The views and privacy are unmatched but at the same time a short drive into Sparta, Mt. Airy or Galax. The colors for the fall foliage are incredible. We love coming for the holidays and cutting down our fresh Christmas tree.

What makes this property unique

The porch and its views will blow you away! Close to Stone Mtn. Park for hiking and the Blue Ridge Parkway is right outside your front door. Visit Mt. Airy and see where they filmed The Andy Griffith Show. Visit North Carolina Wineries! Summertime had Music on Main in Sparta. 60 Miles from Winston Salem and 90 from Charlotte. Come relax in the mountains

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English