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“'What A View!”

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Comfortable swivel chairs for conversation or viewing the Blue Ridge
High Peak Haven
side of house - decks with a view
front porch entry only 1 step up from parking your car
Fire pit patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 6204.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Boone, NC
  • Tweetsie Railroad
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • The Blowing Rock
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Appalachian Ski Mtn.
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • North Wilkesboro (IKB-Wilkes County)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

“'What A View!”

Perched high in the hills you will feel like you truly have a birds eye view of the Blue Ridge Mountains. From the comfort of the swivel chairs on the covered porch you look out over the surrounding trees and green rolling hills in the valley to the distant peaks of the blue-tinted mountains that give them their name. Located just off the Blue Ridge Parkway, the house is minutes from the village of Blowing Rock, Tweetsie Railroad, Cone Manor, Grandfather Mountain, and Appalachian State University. The charm of the mountains are all nearby with many hiking trails. Try a tasting at one of the local wineries or breweries, or just enjoy your own happy hour on the balcony.

There is just one step into the main level which features an open floor plan so the cook can converse with everyone from the well stocked kitchen to the dining and living rooms. Down the hall are 2 bedrooms - one with a full bed and the other with 2 twin beds - and a full bath between.

Upstairs is a large loft with more games and toys than a kid could hope for. The loft also has a half bath for convenience. There is a small TV with a video library of classic movies.

Downstairs is a game room with dart board and bumper pool, laundry room and the master suite with a queen bed and a nice walk in shower.

When you have filled your lungs with the fresh air and just can't relax anymore, there are so many activities waiting for you within a short drive...the house is located near mm288 just off the Blue Ridge Parkway between Boone and Blowing Rock...take a leisurely cruise on the Parkway in search of the perfect hiking trail, wade in the cool water of a Price Lake stream, take the 1 mile scenic (and flat) walk around Bass Lake then marvel at the high quality crafts at the Cone Manor. No trip to the highlands is complete without a drive to the top of Grandfather Mountain to traverse across the Mile High Swinging Bridge. Not much further down the road is Linville Caverns and Falls. And if you have the young ones with you, Tweetsie is a must...you can hear the whistle blow from the house! After fun filled days come home to the comfort of your retreat high on the hill.

The atmosphere and furnishings of this home exudes comfort. It is a cool reprieve from the heat of summer and it wraps you in warmth during the cool months. The high ceilings and beautiful wood wall paneling complete the picture perfect mountain home. We promise, you will never want to leave...but you can always come back again!

Property manager

Kathy Phillips
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Guests are advised to obtain travel insurance to cover illness or weather issues Owner is not responsible if conditions prevent travel to the house.
Guests bring their own sheets for beds and towels for kitchen and bath. 15 MPH speed limit NO PETS NO large gatherings or party Quiet time after 10pm.
Do not leave fires unattended. Protect wood furniture by using coasters and wiping up spills. Protect the septic system - minimal down the drains.

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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Boone

Located in Boone, this holiday home is near theme parks and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Pisgah National Forest and Grandfather Mountain State Park, while Mystery Hill and Hayes Performing Arts Center are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Blowing Rock Auditorium or Holmes Convocation Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Boone, NC

What's nearby

  • Mystery Hill - 8 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Tweetsie Railroad - 9 min drive - 7.5 km
  • The Blowing Rock - 11 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Appalachian Ski Mtn. - 15 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Appalachian State University - 15 min drive - 12.2 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 113 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Come Back Shack - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Pepper's Restaurant and Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Hatchet Coffee - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is “'What A View!” pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at “'What A View!”?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at “'What A View!”?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is “'What A View!” located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Doc's Rocks Gem Mine, Mystery Hill and Tweetsie Railroad. Moses H. Cone Memorial Park and Boone Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 137 out of 178 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 178 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 178 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Experience
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The owner was most accommodating to our needs!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful NC mountains weekend
Spent long weekend in NC mountains exploring from Boone to Black Mountain. This house was the perfect home base! The listing is spot on and the the most distinguishing feature is the MAGNIFICANT VIEWS from multiple locations through the house! Relaxing by the wood burning fire place was most enjoyable after shopping hiking eating etc. The home was spotless,fully stocked, and had everything we needed. Communication with the owner was excellent throughout our stay. I HIGHLY recommend this beautiful property!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Suzannah W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location, great views and spacious interior
The view from this house is really exceptional and we enjoyed it from the porch, the living room, AND on its reflection in the kitchen window! The loft area is a great space that my granddaughter loved - the toys and videos were perfect for her when we weren't out and about. We also appreciated the exceptionally quiet mini-splits for personalized temperature control in all the rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing family getaway
Beautiful view and overall very comfortable home. We spent a lot of time outside on the deck! The location was ideal and we loved getting on the parkway coming and going. My young kids enjoyed all the toys in the loft. We hope to be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abby D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Mountain Home!
The location and view were amazing!! Such a beautiful setting. Very relaxing. Home was well stocked and very clean. Kids had fun in the loft!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great mountain cabin
This was the perfect cabin for our stay with 3 adults and 1 teen. Great views! We would all like to come back and spend a longer time at the cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Memories were made!
We had a wonderful time and we could feel that this mountain retreat oozed with love and memories from the owners who own this cabin.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

christian s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Smiths getaway at what a view
We had an amazing 2 & 1/2 weeks in Blowing Rock. We loved the view and coziness of this property! It was very secluded in this amazing mountain neighborhood. We would definitely enjoy staying here again in the future!!!😁👍
Stayed 17 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phillip S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Views are Awesome
The view is to the north and that was perfect for viewing the auroras of May 10th. Perfect place, perfect time, perfect weather, and perfect view...it all lined up. The house is very quaint and this kitchen is one of the better equipped I've experienced through VRBO....lots of pots, pans, utensils, etc. We enjoyed our stay very much and communication with the owner was quick and easy.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas Celebration
Cozy and great view. We will book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Christine E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall good, but could use improvements
Pros: Great location, amazing view, the house has a cool layout, comfortable master bed, and the host is friendly and responsive. Improvements: The house felt a bit cluttered with old stuff everywhere. Furniture is also older and we had an issue with a broken twin bed frame upon arrival. Routine maintenance is not kept up with (broken door handles, broken window locks, microwave light out, broken towel holder). The house needs a good spring cleaning, purge of old stuff, and routine maintenance taken care of and it would be 5 stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fall frienss trip
So at initial contact the property owner responded very quickly. All the instructions Were very simle to follow. The home did not disappoint as far as location and view. The house was comfortable with 4 adults, is a little on the older but that did not present any concerns. All in all it was a very nice weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jack K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family weekend
Lovely home with a fabulous view of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The sleeping arrangements are comfortable and quiet. We enjoyed walks in the neighborhood and shopping just a few miles away. We did some early Christmas shopping. The fully equipped kitchen had lovely dishes and really nice cookware. The porches had comfortable chairs to enjoy the fabulous view. As a rental home it's an A+.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful View/Great Location
We loved that this home was located so close to Boone/Blowing Rock. The view is gorgeous! The only downside was having to bring all our own towels & linens - it can add a lot of additional time/energy when traveling with kids.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helene B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a View
Wanted to get away to somewhere that offered peaceful surroundings and beauty. Enjoyed waking every morning to see the Blue Ridge mountains while enjoying our coffee. The mountains truly are blue. The town of Boone is quaint and easy to find from the house. Hoping to visit again soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view, very accommodating home.
Leaf watching, Tweetsie Railroad, R&R
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Cindy A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Quiet peaceful setting
Beautiful view from back porch. Downfall was having to bring your own linens and all towels and no back yard. To make up for this is that the house had a large multi level home with a play room and 3 TV's.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location! Incredible view!
Had a good vacation. Property located in great central location. View was a big draw to this house. Weather was perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Mountain Trip!
Our family enjoyed a great mountain vacation staying at “What A View”. We hiked several of the trails in the area, tried out the Alpine Coaster, visited Grandfather Mountain and topped it off with Tweetsie Railroad. The house served as a comfortable home base for our daytime adventures. Hope to do it again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Susan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning location
Had a lovely time, and what a view indeed! The home itself could do with some maintenance, door knobs came off in our hands multiple times, and the outside steps down area is a bit dangerous and I'd have been wary of letting children out there. Only other thing is that our friends that we took had issues getting a good night's sleep in the double bed on the main level due to the mattress sagging a lot in the middle. But regardless we loved our stay and would definitely recommend it and stay here again in a heartbeat
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a view
The minute you open the door to this house the mountain views are amazing. What a beautiful home,quiet and friendly neighborhood. We loved walking around and taking in the mountains. The house was more than enough room for all to relax exactly as described. Great communication from the owner. We are already talking about returning next year.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain Getaway
The best part of the property was the spectacular view of the mountains from the porch. The property is also well equipped and comfortable. The location between Boone and Blowing Rock enables easy visits to both places. I enjoyed my stay and would recommend it to others.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kathy Phillips

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Bob is a native North Carolinian and Kathy transplanted from Pennsylvania long enough ago (1968) to claim NC as home. We live and work in Raleigh, but love all that this state has to offer. We escape in either direction - to the mountains and to the coast (check out our Ocracoke listing #1585907) every chance we can, but with two kids to put through college it's not often enough. So, until the day when we are free to move about the country, we would like to share our home away from home with like minded folks who appreciate taking time to relax and rejuvenate.

Why they chose this property

Bob's family has a summer home on the same hill and he grew up coming here. So when this house became available we took the plunge. With two young children at the time, it may have been too early to think about retirement, but we always knew we would someday like to live in the mountains. What we got was a place our kids could be free to run out the door to play with the lifelong good friends they found on the hill.

What makes this property unique

Whether you are cozy on the couch, warming up around the fire pit, or rocking in the balcony chairs, you will enjoy a change of pace in these hills. Our place is one that gives people time to gain new perspectives and appreciate the nature around you.

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English

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