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A Positive Outlook -10 mins to ASU, Hot Tub - Pool Table - Corner Jacuzzi

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Exterior
Outdoor spa tub
Living area
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Vilas, NC
  • Foggy Mountain Gem Mine
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Kidd Brewer Stadium
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Appalachian State University
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Lower Level

1 King Bed

Main Level

1 Single Bunk Bed

Main Level

1 Queen Bed

Upper Level

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Lower Level

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Main Level

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upper Level

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area

About this property

A Positive Outlook -10 mins to ASU, Hot Tub - Pool Table - Corner Jacuzzi

Enjoy the peace and tranquility of the Blue Ridge Mountains from this beautiful 3-level log home between Boone and Valle Crucis!

The main level has a large, open living room with high cathedral, exposed beam ceiling, a beautiful stone wood-burning fireplace, 36-inch High-Definition Satellite TV with DVD Player, a large, covered deck with a gas grill, rocking chairs and a porch swing on which to rest and take in the beautiful mountain scenery, a fully-equipped kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, a dining area, a full bathroom, a bedroom with queen-sized bed, and a bedroom with two sets of twin-over-full bunk beds.

Upstairs is a loft area equipped with a desktop computer with high-speed internet and a printer and a table for puzzles or games, and very spacious master suite with king bed, cozy sitting area, 36" Satellite HDTV with DVD Player, and a full private bathroom with jetted tub and separate shower.

Downstairs is a large den with 36-inch Satellite HDTV, gas-log, stone fireplace, a master suite with king bed, 36-inch HDTV, and full private bathroom, a game room with pool table, and a lower deck with 2 porch swings and hot tub to sit or soak and relax while taking in the views.

Step outside anytime to enjoy the beautiful sights and sounds which include a stone fire pit and sitting area for gathering in the cool evenings to snuggle and roast marshmallows. There's also a small creek running through the property.

Enjoy plenty of space and comfort and privacy in and around this beautiful home which is located in Valle Crucis less than 10 minutes to Boone dining and shopping, 20 minutes away from Main Street Blowing Rock, Tweetsie Railroad, the Blue Ridge Parkway, outlet shops, and only 10 minutes to ASU. Also within 20-40 minutes to Ski Beech, Sugar Mountain Ski Resort, Hawknest Snow Tubing and Zipline Resort, Grandfather Mountain, Linville Falls and Caverns, and every other High Country attraction.

After a busy day of fun activities, you'll be delighted to return to the relaxing charm of A Positive Outlook!
The internet at this home is not high-speed, but it is wireless DSL. Due to the slower speed, it is not suitable for gaming or streaming movies.

Additional notes:
- CANCELLATION POLICY - Bookings canceled 30+ days before arrival will receive a refund of the deposit. Bookings canceled between 14-30 days before arrival will receive a refund of half of the deposit. Bookings canceled within 14 days of arrival are not entitled to a refund unless the reservation dates are rebooked to another guest. All bookings are subject to a $50 cancellation fee.
- The internet at this home is not high-speed, but it is wireless DSL. Due to the slower speed, it is not suitable for gaming or streaming movies.
- Firewood may be purchased at the time of booking or with a week's notice. You receive two wrapped, kiln-dried bundles and a fire starter for $25 plus tax per night.
- This home allows up to 4 mature, well-trained dogs with an additional pet rent of $25 per pet per night plus tax. Pets other than dogs are not permitted.
- 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.
- Check in is after 4pm and Checkout is by 10am
- Must electronically sign an additional Rental Agreement Terms and Conditions and any Neighborhood Rules sent by Host (property manager) or entry information cannot be sent.
- 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.
- NCREC Broker Name: Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals. NCREC License Number: 298198

Property manager

Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals
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: 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 near theme parks and in the mountains. Sugar Mountain Resort and Beech Mountain Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Grandfather Mountain. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Kidd Brewer Stadium 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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Vilas, NC

What's nearby

  • Foggy Mountain Gem Mine - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Hound Ears Golf Club - 7 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Kidd Brewer Stadium - 11 min drive - 8.4 km
  • Appalachian State University - 11 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Tweetsie Railroad - 16 min drive - 13.6 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 98 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Central Dining Hall - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪River Street Ale House - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Pedalin' Pig-Boone - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lost Province Brewing Co. - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Macado's - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A Positive Outlook -10 mins to ASU, Hot Tub - Pool Table - Corner Jacuzzi pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A Positive Outlook -10 mins to ASU, Hot Tub - Pool Table - Corner Jacuzzi?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Positive Outlook -10 mins to ASU, Hot Tub - Pool Table - Corner Jacuzzi?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A Positive Outlook -10 mins to ASU, Hot Tub - Pool Table - Corner Jacuzzi located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Foggy Mountain Gem Mine and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Watauga River. Hound Ears Golf Club and Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 51 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 51 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 51 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 51 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Bailie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bailies Review

The house was very well worn with a lot of it shown in the kitchen with broken drawers and cabinets. The property manager never reset the code so we weren’t able to get in for the first 15 mins of the stay. However, was quickly reset with a call. Overall, accurate for the price. Had a great weekend but would heavily consider renting again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Michael S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Cabin

No yard space for kids hot tub didn’t work refrigerator needed replaced hard parking area would not recommend more than two cars,the cabin itself is very nice
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Michelle D.

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

Graduation Weekend

Great location if you have kids at APP. It was a fun house with a pool table and hot tub for all to enjoy. The swing was very enjoyable as well. The customer care team was great to work with. The basement had a dog smell and they were very nice to come and clean the carpet for us. If I had any suggestions for the owners it would be to take up the carpet in the basement and lay flooring since they are a pet friendly home. The basement bedroom’s lights do not work (has black electrical tape on the fuse itself) indicating that they don’t work and has issues. The last thing would be the tub on main floor doesn’t drain. Very easy fixes and I think the house would be five star. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather B., Babson Park, FL.

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

Feels secluded even with neighbors

The house was big enough for our group of 9. 6 kids ranging from almost 2-17. There is a creek on the property but didnt have any water running through it until it rained for multiple days. It rained for 4 straight days. Only downside was the fridge had drawers that didn't work properly and very hard to open and no shelves in the door. Overall we had a blast and plenty to do in the surrounding areas!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Greg P., Waxhaw, USA

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

Great weekend getaway with friends

We booked A Positive Outlook for a weekend getaway with friends. We had a total of 10 people in the house and we all fit comfortably. The location is great and the setup of the house worked well for 2 families. The kitchen was relatively stocked (could’ve used tongs and some other utensils) and the game room was great to play some adult v kids pool. The morning sunrise was beautiful as it came up over the mountains. The only downsides we had (and the reason for 4 stars vs 5) were the heat setting when we arrived and the cleanliness of the place. The heat is set at 55 degrees when the home is not in use which left this place freezing cold for our families when we checked in. It took approximately 5-6 hours for it to warm up, which made the first night a little less fun for everyone as we were still bundled up for the most part. As far as cleanliness, the house was also a bit dusty and seemed like it hadn’t been rented in some time. Also, the comforter in the downstairs bedroom smelled like it hadn’t been washed in a while. Overall, this was a great stay at a beautiful home. A couple of small things and this would have been a 5 star review. We would definitely rent here again in the future as our issues were small and can easily be fixed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynette W.

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

Perfect Location

We enjoyed our stay! Large family including our one year old granddaughter, young adults and teens. More than enough room to spread out. Great location! We had everything we needed and more in this beautiful property. We did see some issues with housekeeping but we made the rental agency aware and are satisfied with their response. We feel sure this will be addressed with the cleaning crew moving forward. We plan to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

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

Great Value

Awesome house that fit the needs of friends get together for the weekend. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mandy D.

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

Perfect stay. Exactly as pictured- if not better. Thank you!

Loved!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Meredith F.

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

Family getaway

We loved the home but there are many stair steps to get to the master suite. We had an issue with the master bathroom shower that impacted our visit, and since it was during a holiday weekend, it couldn't be fixed. The rental company compensated us for the inconvenience.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darrell T., Durham, NC

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

Big place. Well appointed kitchen. Wonderful porch.

Quiet, roomy refuge.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Addison P.

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

Great location, great property management service

10 minutes from the heart of Boone but far enough away to be in peace and quiet. The management company was on top of texts, emails and calls for anything and everything we needed. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

CATHERINE U.

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

Great place to relax

Beautiful home, perfect place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elise M.

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

Absolute relaxation

My friends and I had a wonderful stay at A Positive outlook. The house was just as described, very clean and comfortable. It was perfect for 4 couples. The hot tub was great and we got lots of use out the pool table. It was a very short drive to Boone and only 15-20 minutes from blowing rock. It was very quiet as well, there were other cabins in the area but they were far enough away that we didn’t hear anyone else. The beds were all comfortable and the kitchen was well stocked which was perfect as we ate every meal in the cabin. The only thing I would say as warning to groups that go to bed at different times (which is of no fault of the owners) is the noise travelled in the house easily (especially in the bottom floor bedroom) but noise machines helped us! Otherwise this cabin was perfect we all agreed we would love to come back again for our next mountain trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charley H., Loganville, Ga

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

Great family weekend

Large home which accommodated all 12 of us comfortably. Kitchen was very equipped with everything you need, including a table that seats 12. Bunkbed room was perfect for my 6 grandchildren. Hot Tub was clean and perfect for the cold temperatures we had. Overall it was a perfect getaway!! Definitely will stay at this property again!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Kelly H., Lumberton NC

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

Family mtn weekend

Great time at the cabin. Exactly as described. Couple of things to note: 1. Our code didn’t work to enter. Had to contact property mgmt. Quick response. 2. 3rd floor shower leaks 3. Refrigerator has a leak 4. Knives need sharpening
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Brooke L.

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

Lots of room for a large family.

Nice location, close to Boone and ski resorts. We enjoyed the long table in the kitchen so that we could all eat together. Large bedrooms and comfortable mattresses. The kids loved the pool table and the hot tub! Also great views! Be prepared if there is snow in the area as the plow trucks don't come by very often. We will be back next winter!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Oana C.

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

On top of the mountain

This was a great cabin for 12 people. It has 3 floors - plenty of room. It was clean warm and in a great location. Beautiful views of the mountain.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristian P.

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

Very nice area

Enjoyed the seclusion
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Amanda B., Raleigh, North Carolina

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

Wonderful Vacation

Wonderful house with great porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Mandy M.

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

Summer Vacation

Thank you! We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

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

A Hidden Gem

Well stocked kitchen with a crockpot, loved the hot tub, rocking chairs, and porch swing. Steep twisting road from highway but that is consistent with the area. Host was responsive to our non urgent maintenance requests. Some DVDs available for adults and kids. Would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kyle C.

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

A Positive Outlook is a beautiful cabin

A Positive Outlook is a beautiful cabin with a lot of space to hang out in. Everything was clean and it was a very comfortable place to vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jean N.

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

Great getaway for Extended Family

Our extended family of 10 (6 adults and 4 small children) had so much fun staying at ‘A Positive Outlook.’ The cabin is private, spacious, and set up well to accommodate families traveling together. The little ones had plenty of areas to play inside and out. We loved the open kitchen, large table, and main floor living area with the wrap around porch. The climbing ropes behind the house were also a big hit. We enjoyed the fire pit and the hot tub. The location is great because you have the peace and quiet of the mountains, but all the conveniences of stores and restaurants within 6 miles. We brought the kids to Tweetsie Railroad one day, went to Grandfather Mountain another day, and the kids when to Linville Falls and the caverns. The cabin rental company staff were great to work with and quickly responded to a few items we called about on arrival. This was such a lovely experience for our family, and we hope to have another mountain vacation again soon.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Theresa R.

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

Awesome friends reunion!

I stayed with eight of my friends at this property and we were pleased with the excellent amount of space for us all to sleep, eat, and play games comfortably. Really short distance from lots of attractions we visited and I’m very pleased with the experience overall. Also, the pool table is lots of fun!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Mandy J., Raleigh, NC

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

Tucked away

A Positive Outlook was a great place for a post-pandemic getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

About the host

Hosted by Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals

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This property 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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