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

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Exceptional

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 490.3 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Pet-friendly
Dryer
Washer
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

Explore the area

Dobson, NC

Round Peak Vineyard
‪20 min drive‬
Shelton Vineyards
‪21 min drive‬
The Andy Griffith Museum
‪29 min drive‬
North Wilkesboro (IKB-Wilkes County)
‪56 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

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 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.

Property manager

Heidi Hatcher

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Kitchen

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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

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 2 total

Pet fee. Please no pets on the furniture

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

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.

Dobson, NC

What's nearby

Round Peak Vineyard - 20 min drive - 11.7 km
Shelton Vineyards - 21 min drive - 12.9 km
The Andy Griffith Museum - 29 min drive - 23.8 km
Mayberry Mall - 29 min drive - 23.0 km
Blue Ridge Music Center - 34 min drive - 24.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

‪Flying J Dealer - ‬17 min drive
‪Round Peak Vineyards - ‬20 min drive
‪Central Cafe - ‬21 min drive
‪Little Italy Pizza and Italian Restaurant - ‬21 min drive
‪Dairy Queen - ‬15 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).

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).

9.8

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9.8/10

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

10/10 Excellent

Austin C.

30 Mar 2025

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.

10 Feb 2025

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

8/10 Good

Jake N.

6 Jan 2025

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

Katrina M.

16 Mar 2025

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

Michael L.

22 Feb 2025

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

Barbara G.

8 Nov 2024

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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

Peter A.

11 Dec 2024

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

Mike M.

22 Sept 2024

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

Vic M., Greenville SC

30 Oct 2018

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

3 Aug 2022

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

Christina S.

3 Apr 2025

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Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly C.

28 Dec 2022

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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

1 Dec 2022

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

25 Oct 2022

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

10/10 Excellent

Troy

12 Oct 2022

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kaycey C.

15 Sept 2022

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

Mt Airy Trip

We had a wonderful time staying here, the cabin was great! Everything we could have possibly needed was there, the communication with the owner could not have been better! It was very clean, close to everything you would need/want to do, but secluded enough for privacy and relaxation. We will definitley be back

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bill F.

7 Sept 2022

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

awsome

If you are looking for a secluded getaway this is the place for you. The cabin is located on 60 acres and the only other tenants are the landowners. It is quite with only an occasional vehicle going down the road or a tractor working the farm. The cabin is as pictured except for the lights draped around the deck. those have been removed. The ac unit is small but will cool the cabin. Just leave it at the desired temperature. There is a river on the property that you can fish. The landowners are awesome people and very friendly and polite. You and your pets have free range of the 60 acres. Just be aware there are 2 other dogs on the property so if your dogs don’t play well with others you need to be careful. I would highly recommend this cabin if you are looking for a quite get away. Me and the wife have been doing a trip once a year for the past 6 years to escape the hassles of the city and this is by far the best one yet for finding quiet and seclusion. There are several towns 20-30 minutes away that have attractions if that is what you are looking for. There is also I believe 20 plus wineries in the area that you can visit. We spent most of our time just enjoying the cabin. The cabin is equipped with the basic essentials that will get you by for cooking. I would highly recommend this cabin for anybody that wants a quiet, secluded getaway.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Addie A.

12 Aug 2022

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

Fun fun fun

Our dogs had a blast too!! It was a private cabin with lots to do everywhere we enjoyed our vacation

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jay T.

17 July 2022

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

Awesome cabin

Our stay at the cabin was great. Enjoyed the cabin had everything we needed and would rent again. Owner was super responsive the smoke detector needed new battery and with in 10 minutes it was fixed and replaced. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook a nice meal. Great weekend getaway for friends wedding and did some hiking. The Templeton’s

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B., Wendell

13 July 2022

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

Quiet Getaway

We enjoyed every minute of our stay. Our week was filled with short outings and many quiet moments that made our stay the perfect getaway to recharge and come back refreshed. Our dogs even listened better and didn't ever wander too far.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Johna C.

21 June 2022

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

Amazing

Surprised by husband with a Father's Day weekend and we had a blast. The property is very secluded, which is exactly what we like. The dogs were able to come with us and that was super important. We walked in and it just felt right. We are already hoping to come back!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

John C.

13 June 2022

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

Quaint Log Home

Beautiful property with an adorable log home! Had everything we needed for a relaxing weekend retreat!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark Z.

9 June 2022

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True vacation

Absolutely loved the rustic cabin and location. Was exactly what we were hoping for. Peaceful, laid-back, re-charge vacation at a cabin that had all you would ever need. Close to state parks and blue mountain parkway. Can't say enough on how much we enjoyed it. Thanks for everything

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

31 May 2022

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

Heavenly

Can't say enough about this place -- the perfect cabin in a beautiful, under-appreciated part of the state. Close to vineyards, Stone Mountain, Pilot Mountain, and Elkin. But you might be just as happy sitting on the porch listening to birds, or at the fire pit admiring the stars.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa F.

22 May 2022

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Quaint, cozy and convenient

We were perfectly at home in this lovely cabin. Surrounded by trees with birds singing their beautiful tunes, we were also conveniently located near Andy Griffiths’ hometown of Mount Airy and the Blue Ridge Music Center. A perfect location, halfway along the Blue Ridge Parkway.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Heidi Hatcher

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. 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 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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1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

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Loft

2 bathrooms

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