The cabin is everything that we expected! Clean, cozy, close enough to enjoy all the Beech Mountain amenities, but far enough away (10 minute drive) to enjoy some serious solitude!
Our favorite part was the hot tub, it got daily use. The linens were comfortable, plenty of pillows, enough towels for everyone. The fireplace made it extra cozy, easy on/off gas on the inside. Outdoor fireplace is a perfect added touch! Think: wood fire... next to a bubbly hot tub... drinking a glass of wine... while it snows. Stop for some firewood on your way in.
Thermostats made it easy to control temps. Outside temps vacillated between the 30’s and 60’s while we were there, so this was helpful! CO detectors and smoke detectors present and functioning.
Some pointers if choosing to visit in the future (by no means complaints!):
- GPS does not get you there correctly. Follow the directions sent by the cabin company!
- The terrain is rough in places depending on which areas you plan to explore; muddy and slippery in the winter months if no snow; I can imagine even tougher with snow and ice. They recommend 4-wheel drive and we couldn’t agree more.
- Lots of wildlife crossing roads at dusk, so use caution!
- The kitchen has NO food products whatsoever. No salt and pepper; no spices; we did have a random olive oil pan spray; but do your shopping for all staples before coming to the cabin. Also, no cling wrap, foil or Tupperware for leftover storage. Fred’s Mercantile is close and can get you started.
- The washer is quite noisy when running a load of laundry, so do not recommend doing it at night; not a complaint, just a warning. Again, no detergent provided.
Overall we loved our stay and will certainly be back!