At Whispering Willow, unwind in a serene mountain setting surrounded by 3 acres of land. This fully-renovated log cabin offers a large wrap-around deck with peaceful views and cozy living areas like the reading room with gas log fireplace.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire cabin
3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
Whispering Willow - outdoor space, hot tub, game tables, views, near original Mast General Store
Welcome to Whispering Willow!
Quietly nestled on 3-acres of land, this fully-renovated log cabin has the upgrades you want for a relaxing and luxury getaway. Two steps up from the winding, paved driveway will get you to the main level featuring a large wrap-around deck. Once inside, the wall of windows with peaceful mountain views will take your breath away. The 20 ft. ceiling living room has a lofted great room with leather sofas, deck access, and a large smart TV with SkyLine services.
The dining table seats eight, with room for three more at the kitchen bar. The kitchen has all new stainless steel appliances, granite counters, a wooden island, a gas range, and a Keurig for your coffee. The kitchen is stocked with all the comforts of home to include bakeware, a crockpot, air fryer, InstaPot, extendable s'mores sticks for those cool nights by the fire, and much more!
The main level features more seating in the reading room with a cozy gas log fireplace and access to a covered deck seating area. The first King Suite is on the main level with a private smart TV. The private bath has a tub/shower combination.
Upstairs features a loft with amazing views from the wall of windows, a daybed for additional sleeping options, and a wooden desk for working. The second King Suite (Master) has a smart TV, gas log fireplace, and a Juliet Balcony. The large private bath has a walk-in stone shower, a walk-in closet, double vanity, and a makeup vanity.
As you head to the lower level, there is a half bath for guests, a laundry room, and a large bunkroom/recreation room. Two sets of twin over twin bunks are in the corner with a large smart TV mounted nearby. The recreation room features a large gas log fireplace, a mini-fridge, 8ft. Air hockey table, Foosball table, and a live-edge card table with poker chips ready to be played. The lower level features a Queen Suite with a smart TV, private bath with tub/shower, large closet, and access to the lower-level patio.
Outside, enjoy the private setting and incredible mountain views from the large deck with multiple sitting areas. The cabin features a wood-burning fire pit with Adirondack chairs, a gas grill, and a newly installed hot tub in the gazebo.
Firewood may be added at the time of booking, or by reaching out to us more than a week in advance. You'll get two wrapped bundles of kiln dried wood and a firestarter for $25/night. Check In is after 4pm. Check Out is by 10am. For guests looking for multiple houses, this home is next to Mountaineer Manor. This home has a steep, paved driveway. The main roads are plowed in winter, but 4WD or AWD vehicles are required November-March, and chains may also be necessary to access all properties in winter months The Vrbo recommendations for distance to area attractions is not accurate. The location on the map is correct. Beech Mountain is about 30mins by car from the home.
CANCELLATION POLICY: 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.
- 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 check out 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. - 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. - This home has a Doorbell camera monitoring the entry way only, no other cameras are present at this property. - Please note that the distances shown on VRBO's map feature are measured in a straight line rather than actual road travel distances and times. We cannot change their setting for this, and encourage all guests to independently verify distances to desired destinations.
PET POLICY Please note that this property absolutely does not permit pets anywhere in or on the premises at any time including outdoor spaces. Bona fide service animals as prescribed by a medical professional may be permitted, and the presence of a service animal must be disclosed prior to check-in. Misrepresenting a pet as a service animal is a crime under North Carolina law. Guests who bring a pet to a no-pet home will be subject to a non-refundable $750 fee to reimburse the owner for wrongful use of their home as well as compensate for removing pet hair and dander and clean carpets and upholstery. If any pets are discovered during your tenancy including via security camera or observation of neighbors or BRMR staff, your credit card on file will be charged for the above-mentioned fee.
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
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
Pets
Pets not 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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
Located in Sugar Grove, this cabin is near theme parks and in the mountains. Foggy Mountain Gem Mine and Elk Statue are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Grandfather Mountain and Grandfather Mountain State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade and Turchin Center for the Visual Arts. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging. Visit our Sugar Grove travel guide
Is Whispering Willow - outdoor space, hot tub, game tables, views, near original Mast General Store pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Whispering Willow - outdoor space, hot tub, game tables, views, near original Mast General Store?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Whispering Willow - outdoor space, hot tub, game tables, views, near original Mast General Store?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Whispering Willow - outdoor space, hot tub, game tables, views, near original Mast General Store?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Whispering Willow - outdoor space, hot tub, game tables, views, near original Mast General Store located?
This family-friendly Sugar Grove cabin is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Watauga River and Alta Vista Gallery and B & B. Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade and Tate-Evans Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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Whispering Willow - outdoor space, hot tub, game tables, views, near original Mast General Store Reviews
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Had a hiccup with our code working to get in and also with the heat, but Blue Ridge Mountain Rental was excellent to work with on both. The home was beautiful and the games in the basement were a hit with the kids.
We really enjoyed our stay at Whispering Willow. The property was immaculate and had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. The property managers were very responsive and communicated throughout our booking process and stay. We would definitely recommend and return to this property!
Very relaxing. Clean and packed with everything you would need for a long for short visit. Only thing was missing was the air hockey puck. Very, very minor. Would definitely stay here again. Very luxurious!!
The house is wonderful, very cozy, perfect for recharging your batteries in the middle of nature. But it is essential to have a 4WD vehicle, especially in winter.
Our family really enjoyed our stay. The house was exactly as pictured online and had everything we could have asked for. It was close enough to things we wanted to do while being quiet and allowing us to disconnect. We would definitely stay again!
Beautifully located atop a knob overlooking Watauga River valley -- modern amenities, spacious, 2-story windows in living area, hot tub, fire pit, deck all around, quiet -- an excellent property for relaxing and enjoying the natural surroundings.
We went to celebrate our daughter’s graduation from App State. The home was exactly as pictured, but even better in person. Exquisitely appointed, the kitchen was fully stocked for every need and everyone loved it!
We have stayed at several places, and this is one of, if not the most comfortable homes that we have ever stayed in. The house is very clean, well equipped, well-appointed and has a nice view.
Just the right size for two small families, great layout and amenities, clean and modern. Anticipated all our needs, fire pit, hot tub, game room, even cornhole, plus fantastic view
Renting this property was easy. The property is beautiful. The kitchen is well stocked with quality utensils, pots, pans, coffee pot,etc. We cooked a lot and everything we needed was there. Beautiful view! This place was great!
Our group of friends thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The house is well-stocked and we were pleasantly surprised by the thoughtful amenities - towels for the hot tub, throws for sitting around and cuddling by the fire! The kitchen was stocked with plenary of dishes, pots and pans and various spices for cooking in-house! Just a wonderful getaway.
The home was just as pretty in person as it is online. We really enjoyed our trip and time with one another. The property is big enough to make you feel like you are secluded and private. We only had a few issues with some housekeeping problems, but other than that the home was wonderful.
Matthew S.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified
6/10 Okay
Alisha M.
7 Sept 2025
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home with great amenities. The cleanliness of the home, towels, dishes, floors, exterior porches, limited soaps & paper products were silly for the cost. Covered deck had animal poop all over it & downstairs bathroom had water under the floor from owners locked closet.
From the minute we pulled up to "Whispering Willow" we knew we were in for a treat. The property is incredibly maintained. The cabin had every amenity you could ask for and the layout was perfect for our family of 4. The home was extremely clean and comfortable. We really enjoyed the location as it was easy to access many different cities, towns and activities. We will definitely be enjoying this cabin again in the future. Thank you!