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Beautiful house, awesome view, fully equipped, walking trails, peaceful & quiet

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Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 10251 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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Vilas, NC
  • Place, Foggy Mountain Gem Mine
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Watauga River
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Hound Ears Golf Club
    ‪7 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beautiful house, awesome view, fully equipped, walking trails, peaceful & quiet

We are located in a gated community on 9 acres. It is a quiet environment where all you only hear birds singing and breezes blowing through the trees. When you drive up to our home called Shadowlands, you will instantly be in awe of the peaceful nature surrounding you, spectacular views and magnificent home awaiting you. There is parking for 2 vehicles next to the house just a few steps away from the main living area and additional parking on the upper driveway. It is a well maintained both inside and outside. There is a spacious great room and dining room with a chef’s kitchen, 4 large bedrooms including 2 master suites and bonus bunk room (sleeps 4 maximum 165 lbs per bunk) for a total of 12 sleeping spaces. King beds in 2 master suites, king bed in 3rd bedroom and twins in the 4th bedroom. All bedrooms have connecting bathrooms. Main living floor has a half bath adjacent to great room, dining and kitchen.
There are decks on the main level and lower level giving you access to not only spectacular views, but outdoor dining and grilling on provided gas grill. Ample outside seating and access to ground level fire pit. Large screen televisions on every floor, cable and Wifi available. There is a lovely memorial garden with seating including a swing, that leads to walking trails. There is a natural spring along one of the trails for anyone looking for adventure in the woods. Located in Vilas NC just outside Boone NC with quick access to skiing areas as well as hiking, fishing and activities for all seasons and all family members. There are many wonderful restaurants close by, Access to washer and dryer on 2 floors as well as gas fireplace in great room on the main floor.
Kitchen and dining area will meet all of your needs with gas range and all large and small appliances that you might need including Kuerig coffee maker, Breville toaster oven, Cuisenart food processor, Kitchen aid mixer, pizza maker, blender and more. Dining room table seats 8 and adjoining counter seats 4. It is tastefully decorated and very inviting with comfortable seating inside and outside. We are sticklers for keeping our home clean and continue to make improvements every year. The reviews we get from guests are highly rated. We know you will not be disappointed if you choose to stay with us.
During your stay at this vacation home, you'll be close to Appalachian State University. Features include a gym and laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the vacation home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washer/dryer, and 4.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Onsite recreation includes a gym
  • 14 minutes by car from Appalachian State University and 5 minutes from Watauga River
This vacation home offers its guests a fitness center, barbecue grills, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Gym

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Gated community
  • Unit size: 2,700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

There is an extra charge for more than 8 people.
Additional cleaning fee charged for each 7 day weekly rental

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Beautiful house, awesome view, fully equipped, walking trails, peaceful & quiet Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 120 out of 125 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 125 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 125 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 125 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 125 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Satya P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place for multiple families, enough space to enjoy. Great view!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Denice L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kitchen was fully equipped. Beds were comfortable and there was plenty of room for 6 adults and 3 children. We would definitely book this home again
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Emma F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy and quick communication. Cozy house in beautiful seclusion to enjoy over the holidays.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Serena E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a wonderful house and the amenities were perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Margaret P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was wonderful - host included
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy E.

Liked: Cleanliness
We loved everything about our stay! The house was so beautiful and there was plenty of space to comfortably accommodate 8 adults, and the view was amazing! We are looking forward to our next visit. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron P.

Liked: Cleanliness
The location and the house are great. We had everything we needed to enjoy ourselves. Would definitely recommend this place and visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian and Patty C., Charleston, SC

Liked: Cleanliness
Family get away for PopPops Birthday. What an amazing property. Spectacular views from the porch. We stayed in the entire weekend and enjoyed meals together, family chats, bonfires and just relaxing. The walking path was an adventure with the littles, they enjoyed the fresh air and memorial gardens. Kitchen was well stocked with everything we needed, beds were comfortable with space for everyone. Great family home!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great home with a beautiful view! Garry and Ruth are wonderful hosts and do a great job communicating.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely gorgeous property!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angie

Liked: Cleanliness
Great floor plan for multiple families/couples/friends! Beautiful views! Kitchen was well stocked and cabin was clean and updated. We would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect weekend getaway location

My friends and I came in town for a bike race. The lodge accommodated the six of us perfectly. Beautiful property with an incredible view. The host responded to our questions in a timely manner. I highly recommend this cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

martha c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mountain Retreat

Beautiful home on a quiet tree covered mountain with plenty of room for a large group
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean. Nice view
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Definitely recommend

Nice place, great views and privacy. Lots of space inside and out. Happy with our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christy S., Pawleys Island

Liked: Cleanliness
House was perfect for a group of 8 girlfriends to get away! Property was beautiful, quiet and tucked away - wildlife around every corner - we NEVER used the living room because we stayed out on the deck the entire time for a gorgeous view - property was extremely clean, decor was perfect and the attention to detail was the best! Owners were quick to respond, check-in was convenient and we had no issues at all. Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Stay

The sunsets are the icing on the cake of this home. The kitchen is immaculately equipped for pretty much any meal you want to make, the beds and linens are comfortable, it’s clean and welcoming, quiet, and in a great location with so much privacy and so many birds to hear. Be advised the bunk room is an alcove “open to” the downstairs living (there is no door or curtain.)
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house.

Clean, comfortable and well equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Winter Getaway

We had a great stay with 4 adults and 5 children. Thank you for opening your cabin for rentals.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hector I., Wilmington, NC

Liked: Cleanliness

Vilas House with a View

This is our second stay at the house, and we loved it as much as the first time. A perfect vacation spot for our group. Excellent host communication, immaculate house, beautiful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Mountain Views

Have stayed here twice and will stay again! Secluded mountain cabin with great amenities. Two decks, gas stove, gas grill, well equipped to cook big meals. Lots of comfy seating and well appointed. Owners are very responsive and friendly. Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bethany K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Mountain Getaway with Friends

Four of us couples travelled from south Florida for our husbands to participate in their 3rd annual 100 mile cycling ride through the mountains. It’s been hard to find what we were looking for over the past three years, but this year we hit the jackpot with The Shadowlands! Each couple had a king size bed and bathroom all to themselves. Private, cozy and beautiful. Garry and Ruth thought of every detail with this property—From the fully equipped kitchen, to the stocked game cabinet along with plenty of seating on the deck to take in the breathtaking view of the sunset over the mountains each night. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and didn’t want to leave! They were so friendly, kind and helpful, quick to respond if we had questions. I would highly recommend Garry and Ruth’s lovely home to anyone wanting to escape to the mountains!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great mountain getaway

Breathtaking view and beautiful property. Perfect for a family wedding getaway. If you like mountain roads, you’re in luck. The family pictures in the house were a wonderful touch. Would stat again without hesitation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home, well equipped with amazing views

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this property. The house is very clean and well maintained. Everything we needed was provided. The views are amazing, from the balcony you have an unobstructed view of the valley below. We would not hesitate to rent this property again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024