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Draggin Fly- Romantic Getaway! River Frontage - Hot Tub - Firepit

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Living area
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Vilas, NC
  • Hound Ears Golf Club
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Kidd Brewer Stadium
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Appalachian State University
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bottom Level

2 Queen Beds

Top Level

1 Queen Bed

Top Level- Master

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bottom Floor

Toilet · Shower only

Main Level

Toilet

Top Floor

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Draggin Fly- Romantic Getaway! River Frontage - Hot Tub - Firepit

Get away to this charming riverside log cabin! Situated on the bank of the Watauga River, you can walk out the door and wade into the water and fly fish to your heart's content.

The main level has a great room with vaulted exposed-beam ceilings and suede furniture arranged around a stone wood burning fireplace with a TV & BluRay player mounted overhead. Vintage fly rods decorate the room, and there's a rustic Christmas tree in one corner decorated with a fly fishing theme. A round table for four by sliding glass doors overlooks the river, and there's another table for 6 in the dining room. The dining room has its own wood burning fireplace and is beside the spacious kitchen with stone flooring. There is also a half bath with washer & dryer on this level.

Upstairs there are two bedrooms and a full bath with a tiled shower and skylight. The first bedroom has a Queen bed and sliding doors to the upper deck, and at the end of the hall is the master bedroom. This room has a wood fireplace in the corner, a King bed, a loveseat couch, and a daybed with trundle, along with a TV and a set of sliding doors to the upper deck. There are window a/c units in the bedrooms and living room.

The lower floor of the cabin has a second living area featuring a foosball table, HDTV with DVD player, Golden Tee arcade game, and sleeper sofa. There is a full bathroom with a tub/shower combination, and at the end of the hall is a bedroom with two Queen beds in it.

There's just as much to enjoy outside this cabin as there is inside. The top level deck has a hammock, porch swing, and padded loveseat overlooking the river. The main level deck has the gas grill and a selection of rocking chairs. Outside the lowest level you'll find the hot tub, a swing for kiddos, and the gravel path to the firepit with the river just a few feet on down the trail. Relax and listen to the rushing Watauga River as you roast marshmallows in the waterside firepit!

Draggin' Fly is conveniently located along a road that, 100 years ago, was part of the railbed for Tweetsie Railroad when she ran from Elizabethton TN to Todd NC as part of the ET&WNC Railroad, and is just 10 minutes outside of Boone near historic Valle Crucis. There are several whitewater and fly fishing guide services nearby, and all the great attractions the High Country has to offer are just a short drive away. You're sure to love everything about this charming riverside log cabin!

Additional Notes:
-Firewood may be added by reaching out to us more than a week in advance. You get two wrapped bundles and a firestarter for $25/night.
- All BRMR homes offer well stocked kitchens with all utensils needed to cook meals. There is also a "starter set" of paper products at the house: a roll of toilet paper per bath, several garbage bags, a small vial of dishwashing liquid, a few tablets of dishwasher detergent, some laundry pods, a roll of paper towels, hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and some makeup remover cloths. There are enough of these items for one night, or maybe two. We do not provide hair dryers. Towels and linens will be provided.
- Check in is after 4pm and Checkout is by 10am
- Must be at least 25 years old to reserve. This person is required to be the person signing the agreement and must be one of the persons staying in the property for the reserved dates.
- No smoking inside the home. No trace of smoking left outside the home.
- Do not leave food or trash outside as it could attract animals. All trash must be bagged and placed in the trash receptacle indicated in the Welcome Book inside the house or your digital guidebook.
- No parties or gatherings above the posted occupancy allowed at any time. Keep outside noise respectable.
- 4WD/AWD and/or chains recommended during winter (Nov-March) for all homes. Travelers visiting during the winter months where inclement weather may be possible should come prepared with an AWD or 4WD vehicle, and chains may also be required if it snows. No refunds, allowances, or date changes will be given to travelers who are not prepared with the proper vehicle, as outlined in the Rental Agreement.
- NCREC Broker Name: Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals. NCREC License Number: 298198
-This home allows up to 3 mature, well-trained dogs with an additional pet rent of $25.00 per pet per night plus tax. Pets other than dogs are not permitted.
-CANCELLATION POLICY: STRICT: Cancellations 60+ days prior to arrival receive a full refund minus the $50 cancellation fee. Cancellations within 60 days of arrival will not be refunded unless the dates are rebooked to another traveler.

Property manager

Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Vilas

Located in Vilas, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. Tweetsie Railroad is a popular area attraction and if an activity is on the agenda, Sugar Mountain Resort and Beech Mountain Resort are worth checking out. Travelling with kids? Consider Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade, or check out an event or a game at Kidd Brewer Stadium. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Vilas, NC

What's nearby

  • Foggy Mountain Gem Mine - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Hound Ears Golf Club - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Kidd Brewer Stadium - 10 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Julian Price Park - 10 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Appalachian State University - 11 min drive - 9.5 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 95 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Central Dining Hall - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪River Street Ale House - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Pedalin' Pig-Boone - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Taqueria El Paso - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Cardinal - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Draggin Fly- Romantic Getaway! River Frontage - Hot Tub - Firepit pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Draggin Fly- Romantic Getaway! River Frontage - Hot Tub - Firepit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Draggin Fly- Romantic Getaway! River Frontage - Hot Tub - Firepit?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Draggin Fly- Romantic Getaway! River Frontage - Hot Tub - Firepit located?

This family-friendly Vilas cabin is located on a river, within 2 mi (3 km) of Watauga River and Foggy Mountain Gem Mine. Hound Ears Golf Club is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 33 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

JON B.

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

Peaceful

We came to skii and look for land to buy
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara B.

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

Cozy home, great location

The house was perfect for our trip. The house is spacious and has a great outdoor area. Very convenient location.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

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

Great vacation home

Had a blast! Absolutely beautiful property. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

laura p.

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

Great Location

The location was wonderful and the house was perfect.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley C.

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

Great cabin with lots of room!

We really enjoyed our stay at the Draggin Fly! It had plenty of room for our family and we loved the porches and the access to the water. We would love to come back and make more memories there!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

david t.

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

Dragon Fly March 2024 Relaxation Retreat

Great property Great cabin ambience Well equipped and set up Great location on river with great view and sound of river Access to road from western approach required turn around on other side of road but no big deal. Hot tub and fire pit fantastic!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

cassandra B., Orange Park

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

Christmas getaway

We loved our stay and can’t wait to visit again. The pictures and descriptions of the property were accurate and appreciated.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Pete S.

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

Great location on the river!

Communication with Blue Ride Mountain Rentals staff was excellent! Check in was super easy. We enjoyed fishing on the river and the super convenient location. The kitchen is well stocked with pans, dishes, glasses and mugs, and also has some basic spices and cooking oil. An unexpected bonus was the plentiful firewood provided by the host. One concern: The stairs to the upstairs bedroom are steep and were difficult for our senior dog. Also, the games downstairs are not in good working order. Otherwise, this is a great place - we definitely look forward to coming back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Helen C.

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

Great weekend

We had a great time but there was a very strong fish odor from the fridge/freezer and we had to go out and get lysol to cover it up.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Renee H.

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

Relaxing

There were six adults for our stay. The cabin was spacious and well equipped. I was skeptical about the window a/c units at first, but they kept the entire cabin cool and comfortable. Our favorite part was the river access behind the cabin... We had such a good time! We were pleased with our stay. Just a heads up, the driveway in is very narrow.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

julie g.

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

Stay in August

I loved the location of the property. It was close to a lot of things to do. The road into the house is kinda bumpy but safe. The space was great, lots of places to read and hang out with family. The only negative for us was that with the change in flooring there was a tripping hazard. Overall we had a nice time.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

6/10 Okay

Ronald R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cabin

It was in a good location. You do not have very many towels there. So bring extras.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurie H., Pooler, GA

Cozy mountain cabin for a cold winter weekend!

The Watauga River is quite literally in the backyard- like having a playground to explore! We used a part of our kids’ spring break from school to visit the area and tour App State for our senior daughter. Conveniently located to the university, downtown Boone, and nearby Blowing Rock (be sure to check out Moses Cone Park and trails!). With two vegetarians in our family, we loved the choice of restaurants with amazing veggie dishes! Wished we could have visited Grandfather Mountain about 30 minutes away, but rain and then bitter cold/ high winds made for poor conditions to hike and try out a mile-high swinging bridge. Maybe next time! The cabin was cozy, multiple fireplaces helped keep us warm, and the kitchen was well stocked with basic needs for cooking in-house. A great stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

6/10 Okay

Matthew E., Macon ga

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Could be better

Heating in general is lacking. Lots of remote space/fireplace gas heaters make for a gassy smell in the house. The place is clean but could use some upgrades in the kitchen with pans. I'm being a bit picky but for the money they are charging and fact that this place is booked a lot they could afford to invest in a few basics to improve the stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amy S., Louisville, ky

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

Great house by the water

We chose this house because of the river that runs through the back of the property. It was beautiful to sit and listen and watch it on the deck. My teens and golden retriever loved it. The house is in a great location, not far from groceries stores, restaurants in Boone and Blowing Rock. Banner Elk is a bit farther. The original Mast General Store is only a mile or 2 away. There was beautiful woodland scenery all around the house as well. We didn't get to use the fire pit but it is situated near the water with beautiful views. The house was comfortable, generally well stocked for cooking, and had lots of seating. We would have liked more towels but this is only a minor flaw. This house is in the woods near a river in an area of NC where it rains a lot, and I mean a lot. Therefore the house has a little bit of a damp smell but this is to be expected. with the level of moisture the house is surrounded by. It didn't really bother us but I mention this only because if you have members of your party who are very sensitive or allergic to possible mold, you may want to choose a different house. Let me be clear, we did not see any mold of any kind. This is just a heads up for people with severe allergies. We would definitely use Blue Ridge Rentals again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jourdan K.

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

Kids are begging to go back

I can't say enough good things about this getaway. It's a home that you can check into and not need to leave. So much to enjoy inside and outside of the property. We did a family vacation with ages ranging from mid 50's to 5 and we all had a great stay. 3 weeks later and my 5 year old is still asking to go back. We loved all the fireplaces and the cozy feeling of the cabin. We did a Walmart grocery delivery the morning we got there but there is a Ingles just down the road. We will definitely book here again. Highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

LeeAnn c.

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

Overall good experience

Great place to stay. Cozy and kids loved playing in the river
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren L.

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

Awesome all around

I stayed here with some friends for a bachelorette weekend. The house was perfect! Great location, awesome view, and plenty of space for everyone. We loved it and now everyone wants to come back with their families!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tonya F.

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

Snow tubing trip

Overall great trip. We went up to go to Hawks nest snow tubing. Location was great in proximity to the Hawks nest. Views of the river behind house were wonderful. Slightly sketchy entrance to the neighborhood but nothing to worry about. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt R.

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

Good stay

No complaints.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

the Setting is perfect, the house is ok

The setting on the river is spectacular. To say the house is rustic and outdated is a kind understatement. We did enjoy sitting out on the deck during a huge rainstorm. The stairs are quite steep (and the ones going to upstairs have open risers). I would not recommend for older folks or very young kids .
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bobby V.

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

Fishing Paradise

Cabin was clean and check-in was easy. Great location on the Watagua river. Good for fishing. Very close to restaurants in Boone. NIce private road that leads to cabin. Look forward to my next trip there.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

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

Great Vacation, true memory maker!!

Draggin Fly was amazing! We all thoroughly enjoyed the mountain retreat! While the goal was to ski, I think the whole gang had just as much fun if not more enjoying Draggin Fly. The kids can't stop raving about the trip, playing on the rocks of the river and enjoying family time around the fire pit. It was indeed a great place to remember "Papa" our father that past away in September. A true lifelong fisherman, and fisher of men! We know he was with us in spirit enjoying the Draggin Fly experience!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

6/10 Okay

Amiee T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

Our stay overall was pretty good. The cabin was out of date and really cluttered. Not as clean as it could have been.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Vickie E.

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

Awesome Weekend Getaway

We rented this cabin to recognize my Daughter’s college graduation. My Family and I enjoyed staying here so much. It was so clean and well stocked! Upon arrival it was very welcoming and cozy. We packed up our entire kitchen as we planned to cook over the weekend and this place had everything we could have asked for. After seeing the staircase my daughter immediately said I have got to go buy a baby gate then she opened the closet and there were 4 baby gates! The owners really have thought of everything! Thank you so much for letting us stay at your cabin! We are already discussing our next trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

About the host

Hosted by Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals

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This home is managed by Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals
Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals is the High Country's leading vacation rental company. Our mission is to be a respite for thousands of guests each year from their hectic lives. Founded in 2002, we have succeeded with a singular mission: We strive to treat all homeowners, guests, and co-workers with the utmost care and respect. We truly care about all guests because we know that most endure stressful lives back home, and they cherish the times that they can escape to a restful haven in these beautiful North Carolina mountains. Let our team help you find the perfect vacation getaway!

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