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Outdoor spa tub
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 492.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Lenoir, NC
  • The Blowing Rock
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Tweetsie Railroad
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Appalachian Ski Mtn.
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Hickory, NC (HKY-Hickory Regional)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

The Secret Shack - Blowing Rock, Big Deck Views, Hot Tub, Romantic, Secluded

ZERO IMPACT FROM HURRICANE HELENE .... Your own secluded cabin, hot tub, hiking, and big views are just 8 minutes away! Welcome to the Secret Shack ... set on private 16 Acres just 8 minutes from downtown Blowing Rock!

The Secret Shack is glued to the living rock ... this 2 Bedroom 1 Bath is set on a small peek with a master bedroom that displays the view with out having to leave the bed. With an 11 foot long, 3 feet deep bay window ... sit, watch, relax, love, and appreciate the world in front of you. The hot tub below the deck offers a chance to privately soak after the hike, the long day, or anything you’ve done at all. Come to the Secret Shack ... and enjoy your self!

The Secret Shack is 400 secluded feet from our other VRBO property, The Big Round Cabin, which is 3 bedrooms / 2.5 baths, with its own HotTub, amazing deck views and its own special memories. If you’d like to have both I provide a discount for guests with a larger gathering to use both cabins at the same time.

We are not a hotel but true to the vacation rental experience, which is we want to share our location with you. We strive to keep our cleaning fees low, and we are generally 1/2 our competition on cleaning fees, but we expect you'll help us keep up with everything as you go as well. Some folks are looking for hotel standard everything or an VRBO just like they stayed at in some big city. Thats not us ... we are catering to those of you who want seclusion, your own piece of heaven and of course the BEST views in Blowing Rock. We are 16 secluded acres in the woods ... our reviews feature guests who enjoy that experience and the occasional guest who doesn't get it and worries they may run into bugs & spiders outside, gets worried about a drive on a gravel mountain road, or didn't get it when we said we are "off the beat path". We are off the beaten path just outside town on secondary mountain roads that cars of ALL type visit us Spring, Summer and Fall, come in enjoy the experience, know what we are about on the way in .... and thats why you booked us. We do not provide any food of any type, we do provide coffee and fixings for it. Thanks for looking at our cabin!

We are providing you a License to use our Cabin similar to that of renting a car, as a licensee you are bound to the cabin rules at all times, and you forgo the rights of a "lease" or "tenant". Violations of our cabin rules can result in your immediate removal from our cabin, by renting our cabin you agree to these terms. If you'd like a full copy of the license please let us know in advance and one will be provided to you.

THE CABIN IS IN THE MOUNTAINS: On a secondary mountain road. The approach to the cabin means that you are comfortable driving a road in the woods, including driving up and down small gravel roads. We have had over 3000 successful stays to our cabins on your Cabin's road with zero incidents, but its not like driving a suburban city street in Raleigh or Charlotte. Take your time, drive slowly, you should be fine. We do not permit motorcycles at this cabin due the grade of the road based on past experiences. Please ask about our other cabins if traveling by motorcycle..

WIFI - Its Satellite based. That means it has a delay and is not ideal for 2 way communication such ZOOM. Second it means that during a storm the weather can cloud out the connection and your WiFi may degrade. Most guests have found it great, streaming is possible if the weather is good, and we’ve had guests work and play in our cabin with out issue, but we do point this out as there are no buried cables or fiber on our remote properties.

Pets : We understand you may want to bring a pet. We do permit small pets under 50lbs, non-shedding breeds. We may approve 2 pets if the total weight is at or below 50lbs of both pets added together and non-shedding. If you are close on the above conditions, talk to us, we do consider how many humans, and pets are together and will make case by case an exception at our sole discretion. All pets require a discussion at the time of booking and agreement to our pet policy.

Fireplace - Cabin is equipped with a gas fireplace, with an automatic timer panel to control the fireplace. We’re here for support on fireplace use as needed.

Property manager

Chris OConnor
Premier Host

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: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Please bring your own infant care items.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
All pets require a discussion at booking.
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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 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 and a deadlock

About the area

Lenoir

Located in Lenoir, this cottage is near theme parks and in the mountains. Tweetsie Railroad and Moses H. Cone Memorial Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Pisgah National Forest and Grandfather Mountain State Park. 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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Lenoir, NC

What's nearby

  • The Blowing Rock - 9 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Blowing Rock Art and History Museum - 12 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Blowing Rock Memorial Park - 12 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Tweetsie Railroad - 17 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Appalachian Ski Mtn. - 17 min drive - 11.9 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 118 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Town Tavern - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Speckled Trout - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Blowing Rock Brewing - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Outback Steakhouse - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Secret Shack - Blowing Rock, Big Deck Views, Hot Tub, Romantic, Secluded pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at The Secret Shack - Blowing Rock, Big Deck Views, Hot Tub, Romantic, Secluded?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Secret Shack - Blowing Rock, Big Deck Views, Hot Tub, Romantic, Secluded?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Secret Shack - Blowing Rock, Big Deck Views, Hot Tub, Romantic, Secluded located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Pisgah National Forest and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Bolick Family Pottery. The Blowing Rock and Hayes Performing Arts Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 31 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David B.

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

Quiet and beautiful

Views are hard to beat, and home has everything you need for an enjoyable stay. The road in is veryyy steep with sharp turns so keep that in mind when choosing which vehicle to take. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terrell G.

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

Gorgeous view

The view is gorgeous but be prepared, you will definitely need a all-wheel drive vehicle to make it to this location but it's worth it!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve H.

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

Perfect

It was great...fantastic views
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

jessica g.

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

Beautiful view!

The cabin is perfect! Exactly as described, very clean and comfortable! Loved the fireplace and the view is just gorgeous! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron C.

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

Gorgeous

This property was truly so beautiful, clean and amazing views of the mountains! Had great communication with owner and genuinely cares about guests and their experiences.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abe F.

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

Great Getaway

This cozy cabin nestled in the woods provided a perfect escape from city life. The rustic charm, with its fireplace, created a warm and inviting atmosphere. The kitchen was well-equipped. The highlight was definitely the deck, where we spent evenings stargazing and enjoying the peaceful sounds of nature
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Will L.

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

A fun get away to Blowing Rock

We had such an enjoyable stay! The cabin feels like a private mountain retreat just minutes away from Blowing Rock. We loved spending time on the deck, taking in the beautiful views and relaxing in the hot tub, which also offers fantastic scenery. Cozying up in the den by the gas logs was another highlight of our visit. Everything matched the listing perfectly, and we found all the amenities we needed. Be sure to read the "Welcome Book" since it contains a wealth of helpful information. We're already planning our return visit!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

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

Fall getaway

We had a great stay during peak leaf season! We enjoyed the views off the deck, the hot tub, and the fire place. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven F.

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

Nice

Good
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roger W.

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

Perfect Getaway

I needed to get away from the hassle of everyday life and this house was perfect. The location was excellent. Just five minutes from Blowing Rock. I traveled into town several times as there is much to do there. It was also close to lots of hiking trails which I did as well. It was very clean and exactly as described. The view was phenomenal. The road getting to the house was steep but no problem during the summer. Might be a little tricky if there is some snow and ice on the ground. Also, it rained everyday and that caused the TV and internet to go down. Make sure to bring a couple good books. Overall, I was very satisfied and highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Terry B.

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

Anniversary stay

We always come to the Blowing Rock area for our anniversary and this was our 36 year. Really loved the house but the gravel road portion was challenging especially if you meet other vehicles. The view was spectaculiar and very roomy for two people. Thanks for a great host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darrin H.

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

Excellent

Amazing place for a getaway. Beautiful views of the mountains. We'll be back
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Janet P.

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

Mountain View Cottage

Not easy to find, get to. Beautiful place and view; hot tub was wonderful, beds very comfortable, the weather was lovely. The kitchen was clean, well equipped, and cozy. We enjoyed our time together in the cottage. The property could benefit from handrail on lower steps from driveway to upper deck and front door, garlic powder in spice rack, fire extinguisher in a more prominent location in case of fire emergencies.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren T.

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

Minimoon

Your property was so wonderful and such a great get away!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

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

Beautiful Property

We had an amazing time at the Secret Shack. We ŵere able to make it in before a snow storm, and enjoyed being “stuck” in the house. The road up the mountain was amazing, but not for the faint of heart. We had great communication with the property owners and they were very helpful, keeping us up to date with the driving conditions on the mountain and surrounding roads. There were only a few things we didn’t love. The drive way for the house next door runs about 10 feet from the kitchen window and there are very few curtains, we felt as though someone could be watching us, but I’m sure no one was. I also wished the hot tub was closer to the door of the cabin. It wasn’t fun walking up the stairs dripping wet when it was in the single digits, but I persevered. It was amazing, beautiful, and worth every penny. And Incase anyone was wondering, it takes a wet beard about 30 seconds to form ice when you’re in a hot tub and it’s 14 degrees out side. I would stay here again without question.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carl G.

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

Cabin in the woods

Very nice! Lovely cabin in the woods!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tabitha M., Fort Mill, SC

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

Can’t wait to go back!

The Secret Shack was the perfect spot to disconnect for our anniversary trip. We spent the day hiking at Linville Falls so coming back to the beautiful mountain view and coziness of the fireplace was just what we needed. Waking up to the sunrise view of the mountains from the master bedroom bed is amazing! It was clean, plenty of towels, comfortable bedding and the instructions for everything were very easy to follow. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan G.

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

The Secret Shack - Blowing Rock

We had a wonderful time in this charming cabin. It was very well appointed and had everything we needed. It is right off 321 just south of Blowing Rock. The view was spectacular - we faced west and could see several peaks, including Grandfather Mountain. Same view from the Living Room, Master Bedroom and Hot Tub. The drive from the main road up to the cabin includes gravel roads so I was glad we brought the SUV. Will gladly stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren M.

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

4th of July Vacation Looking over the Blue Ridge Mountains

The cabin was lovely, especially the bay window in the master bedroom which looks out over the blue ridge mountains. Even in summer when the trees are full of foliage, the view is fantastic. We had everything we needed for our stay. The only cons were that the internet really des not work at all (don't expect to be able to check the web or stream movies at all) and the drive from the main highway is a little intimidating on first arrival.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Eric L.

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

Great view!

The views from this property are outstanding, both from the deck, and in the house. Its a little difficult to get to, its a very winding road, but its paved/gravel so you can do it in a car. but thats what you have to do to get this kind of view. Follow the directions the host gives you closely and you'll be fine. House was nice and clean, there are a dozen stairs to get in the front door. The hot tub is downstairs under the deck, so you have to go outside and down the stairs to get to it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca M.

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

The Secret Shack

The 4 of us girls (2 paramedics, an RN, and an accountant) escaped for a weekend getaway at The Secret Shack. We laughed so much and really got to unwind. The place was spotless, fantastic views, the directions to the place were spot on, and the property owners were wonderful! We plan to stay again at The Secret Shack soon!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randall S.

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

Getaway

Awesome views, comfortable space. Perfect for a quick getaway for the 2 of us
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Leslie J.

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

Fall Getaway

The cabin was nice, and we enjoyed our stay. We hiked and explored the area and it's absolutely beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia A.

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

Great view!

Perfect size for small family and a wonderful view.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Chris OConnor

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Living out here in the mountains of North Carolina amongst our cabins has been a fantastic result of the Pandemic (every cloud has a silver lining) for myself and my wife Carlie. We are here most of the time, and when we are not we are off on our own adventure either hiking some mountain, sailing or biking.

Why they chose this property

Your own piece of paradise, set deep in the woods with views of the mountains and gorge of Blowing Rock that can not be matched! We always ask "Why would you stay in town when all this is 8 minutes away".

What makes this property unique

From the unmatched, far-reaching views along the Blue Ridge Parkway, to the quaint storybook mountain village, Blowing Rock, North Carolina is truly deserving of the title: "Crown of the Blue Ridge." Here you'll find popular family attractions including Tweetsie Railroad and The Blowing Rock, a plethora of unique downtown shops and outlets, and outdoor adventure ranging from hiking and biking to spelunking and bouldering. It's a venue for adventure, but also a place for ultimate relaxation. Indulge in a spa treatment, sample scrumptious vittles at our award-winning restaurants, or enjoy the hospitality at our local inns, bed and breakfasts, resorts, cabins or hotels.

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