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Mountain Magic: Private Petting Zoo & Hot Tub (3/2)

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Exterior
Property grounds
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Hot TubHot TubHot Tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

Map
Sugar Grove, NC
  • Popular LocationBeech Mountain Resort29 min drive
  • Popular LocationLand of Oz32 min drive
  • Popular LocationSugar Mountain Resort34 min drive
  • AirportAbingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands)76 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Mountain Magic: Private Petting Zoo & Hot Tub (3/2)

An immersive, private, family-friendly mountain experience & your own PRIVATE petting zoo!
Authentic log cabin, beaming with country charm & just 15 mins to Boone!
Hot tub, fireplace, fire pit, outdoor seating, sun room, full kitchen. Level land for playing, WiFi, satellite tv, hammocks, gas grill & sleeps 6 w/ pvt loft.
We are told we live up to our name, “Magic!” 1200+ 5-star Airbnb host reviews!
25 mins to skiing & Blowing Rock. $75 pet fee (typically 1 dog under 50 pounds), more than one dog or a larger dog, please inquire.
The entire property is yours. Three floors, bedrooms on each floor with the upstairs being a private loft (3rd bedroom). Cozy enough for a couple (half of our guests), but enough space for up to six guests. Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, enjoy the built-in fire pit and hot tub, enjoy our seasonal waterfall and enjoy the farm life!
Enjoy your private yard, the acreage housing our animals (donkeys, goats, pig & some ducks/rooster). Easy access into Boone (15 mins), Valle Crucis (10 mins) and over to Banner Elk (20 mins). Skiing and Blowing Rock within 25 minutes!
Pet friendly with breed & size restrictions (50 pounds max) & $75 pet fee. Our animals prefer to be the largest animals on property. Please ask!
Renting Mountain Magic does NOT gain you access to our farm up the road, I am sorry (it is private for guests staying there).
The entire property is yours. The animals live off the land, so you are not responsible for caring for the animals, however, should you choose to feed them, we ask only that they eat fruits and vegetables and they will take all the love you want to throw at them. Go right inside their gate! They are simply the sweetest farm animals, but they are animals. If you have a carrot, they will gladly bump over your toddler to get to that carrot! Act responsibly!
I think we have interaction down. Guests want to see a face, they want to know this is a personal service, but we also know how not to bother a vacationing family :).
We think you will love the quiet of Bethel. Guests are reminded of Valle Crucis charm here, and we get that, but this is a sweet, quiet farming area, a safe space and with easy access (though everyone should recommend 4x4 in the winter months!)
You will need a car. NOTE: A lot of families plan excursions and end up skipping some of them and simply enjoy the cabin and farm life. Set aside time to just lounge at Mountain Magic, this is where your family’s mountain memories will be made!
The farm animals LOVE veggies! Our pig, goats and donkeys will quickly become your best friends! Carrots, celery, cabbage, whatever you got, EXCEPT corn and sweet feed!
Pet Fee starts at $75 (Under 50 pounds only). Our farm animals prefer to be the largest animals on property :)

Property manager

Connie Trivette

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower only
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
This property accepts cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

623578

About the neighborhood

Sugar Grove

Located in Sugar Grove, this cabin is in a rural area. Beech Mountain Resort and Sugar 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. Traveling with kids? Consider Tweetsie Railroad and Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade.
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What's nearby

  • Appalachian State University - 20 min drive
  • Banner Elk Winery - 23 min drive
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 29 min drive
  • Land of Oz - 32 min drive
  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • Beech Mountain Brewing Company - 30 min drive
  • Brick Oven Pizzeria - 26 min drive
  • Holy Smokes BBQ - 26 min drive
  • Fred's Backside Deli - 26 min drive
  • 5506' Bar - 29 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain Magic: Private Petting Zoo & Hot Tub (3/2) pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Mountain Magic: Private Petting Zoo & Hot Tub (3/2)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain Magic: Private Petting Zoo & Hot Tub (3/2)?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mountain Magic: Private Petting Zoo & Hot Tub (3/2) located?

This family-friendly Sugar Grove cabin is located in a rural location, 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Watauga River, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Magic Mountain Mini Golf and Arcade and Appalachian State University. Watauga Lake and Buckeye Recreational Center are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 195 out of 210 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 210 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 210 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 210 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 210 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Garnet D., Indianapolis

Liked: Cleanliness
Animals amazing, the rest leaves a lot to be desired
Stayed here for 3 nights. Animals = amazing. Best part. Good: lovely setting, quiet - mostly. Check in process was a-ok. Host VERY communicative. Bad: oy - multiple. I do have pics/documents to support all of this review (no place to upload) -Kitchen items need a serious update. Utensils and pans are old + abused. Non-stick pans are scraped + awful. Tried making eggs, they stuck, picked up bits of Teflon + smelled awful. Couldn't even eat them - nor did I want to. -We are a family of 3 + we take quick showers. Ran out of hot water after 15 mins. There is no dishwasher, we weren't doing laundry, so there is an expectation that there would be enough hot water for 3 quick showers. Unsure how this cabin would support a larger number of people. -Outlet in the living room was just totally detached from the wall. Safety hazard, scared to plug into. It's an older house so outlets are limited to begin with - much less scared to use one or be unsafe for smaller kids. -Bedding needs an update - poor quality sheets + very flat pillows. We stayed on the main floor, daughter stayed in the loft. The pillows were so flat on the main floor, I went downstairs to get more.... -Grabbed pillows, which were against rough wood wall, got 3 splinters, was able to remove 2 - but had to go to Boone urgent care and spend $50 (after insurance) to remove 3rd one, lost 3 hours of my weekend. In summary - wouldn't stay again and would not recommend. Not worth the price.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

miriam s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend away
We had an amazing time at the cabin! Our 18 month old loved the animals and the house was clean and comfortable. Would absolutely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt G.

Liked: Cleanliness
We love this place!
Super comfy cottage near Boone, with all the amenities, and a petting zoo! We love sitting out in the sunroom in the morning and watching the animals. Thanks again!
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L., Charlotte, North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness
Best family trip
This was one of the most memorable trips for me and my kiddos! The animals were a huge hit and the cabin is adorable!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

M A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice rustic cabin feel
Quaint place, close to Boone.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Are you looking for something different?
We absolutely loved our stay at this cabin! We only had a short weekend available to spend with our all our kids home from school, and really wanted to do something different from the norm, and this definitely checked every box! The cabin itself is very quaint, but the selling point is really the beautiful property! If you are tired of staying at every cliche cabin in the mountains, give this place a try! Everyone in my family loved it, thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Christy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay
Our family LOVED the animals and the hot tub. It was overall a wonderful experience and the pros more than outweighed some of upgrade opportunities (cookware, utensils, mattresses). We were more than comfortable and had everything we needed!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

William G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain Magic with granddaughters
Delightful cabin. Grandkids loved the animals. So peaceful. Central to everything we did yet perfectly private.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Corita K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation to the Mountains
Mountain Magic was absolutely an amazing family vacation with our three small children. They loved the hot tub, feeding the animals, building fires, and running around in the grass! It is close enough to the ski towns to sled and ski if you choose. We went sledding one of the days but our favorite part was staying at the VRBO and building fires! I would recommend this place a million times over!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family spot
This was our third time to this cabin. It’s in a great location close to lots of activities and cool towns. The animals are always hit with the entire family. There are 3 levels so everyone can have a skittle space of their own. The downstairs is a favorite for our teen. The hot tub is great during our winter stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024