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Hearthstone- AppSki Mtn home with it all: hot tub, game room, fire pit, pets!

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

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6 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 24617 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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Blowing Rock, NC
  • Place, Appalachian Ski Mtn.
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Tweetsie Railroad
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, The Blowing Rock
    ‪12 min drive‬

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About the area

Blowing Rock

When you stay at this vacation home in Blowing Rock, you'll be in the mountains, within a 10-minute drive of Tweetsie Railroad and Appalachian State University. .This family-friendly vacation home is 17.8 mi (28.6 km) from Sugar Mountain Resort and 22.3 mi (35.8 km) from Grandfather Mountain.

What's nearby

  • Appalachian Ski Mtn. - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Tweetsie Railroad - 6 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Mystery Hill - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Appalachian State University - 9 min drive - 6.6 km
  • The Blowing Rock - 12 min drive - 9.3 km

Getting around

  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 115 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Come Back Shack - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Los Arcoiris - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive

About this property

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

Hearthstone- AppSki Mtn home with it all: hot tub, game room, fire pit, pets!

Hearthstone: A Mountain Lodge Where Luxury Meets High Country Adventure

Perched high atop Appalachian Mountain at 4,200 feet, just 10 minutes from charming downtown Blowing Rock and 12 minutes from Boone, Hearthstone is not just a home, it's an unforgettable experience for families, friends, and groups up to twenty-four. Whether you are gathering for a reunion, celebrating a special occasion, or simply escaping the everyday, this 6-bedroom, 6.5-bath mountain retreat offers the ultimate blend of luxury, comfort, and play.

Mountain Luxury at Its Finest
Arrive via a paved driveway and step into mountain elegance through the grand front entrance or pull right into the spacious 2-car garage. Inside, you'll be greeted by soaring ceilings, warm wood accents, and a layout designed for connection and relaxation.

The chef's kitchen is a dream for entertaining: honed granite countertops, a spacious maple island, a double oven, gas stove, two dishwashers, two sinks, and a second refrigerator in the nearby laundry room (with a third sink, another large countertop, and two washers and driers) make meal prep for a crowd seamless. Gather around the impressive dining table that seats up to 20 and enjoy meals with a view.

Step out onto the deck and marvel at the expansive long-range mountain views which are especially breathtaking as the sun is setting over the mountains to the west. The deck features a table that can seat 8-10 and multiple comfortable chairs to enhance relaxation, great conversations, and savoring the awe-inspiring mountain panoramas.

Entertainment for All Ages
The main level features multiple spaces to unwind from the cozy living room with a wood-burning stone fireplace to a cinematic theater room with sunken seating for 10+. The airy sunroom showcases stunning mountain views and leads to the expansive deck and bubbling hot tub, perfect spots to unwind after a day of adventure.

Room for Everyone in Named Sleeping Areas!

Main Level:
- “Grandfather Mountain” King suite with spa-like ensuite bathroom (double granite vanities, soaking tub, and tiled walk-in shower) and a gorgeous view of the mountains.
- “Sunroom” with a sleeper sofa and adjacent to a ¾ bathroom
- Comfortable half bath for guests

Upper Level:
You can reach the upper level by two separate flights of stairs.
- “Linville Falls” King bedroom with ensuite bath and incredible views
- “Scout Trail” Bunkroom with 3 sets of twin-over-twin (one an XL Twin) bunks, a Queen futon, and ensuite bath
- “Flat Top Manor” King bedroom with an adjacent lounge area featuring a queen futon, curtains for privacy, and a private deck with a view. A full bath is off the King room with double vanities and a tub/shower combo. Through the bathroom, there is another large room with a single bed – perfect for a younger child who needs to be close to mom and dad – and enough space also for a baby crib.
- “Swinging Bridge” Queen bedroom with shared bath access
- “Price Lake” Sixth bedroom with a twin bunk bed + a twin daybed with trundle and shared bath access
- Full bath in hallway for “Swinging Bridge” and “Price Lake” bedrooms

Ultimate Rec Room
Let the games begin! The huge upstairs rec room is a paradise for kids and grownups alike, complete with pool, ping pong, air hockey, and foosball tables, plus a TV so you never miss a game. Whether it is a rainy day or you just want to keep the fun going late into the night, this space delivers.

Outdoor Adventure Awaits
Step outside to discover a private mountain playground like no other. Relax in the beautiful and soothing spa with a wide variety of jets and room for nine. Roast marshmallows at the fire pit, or watch the kids laugh for hours in the backyard wonderland:
- Enjoy the expansive flat yard for games and gatherings
- Head up the rock steps to the private playground with swings, a climbing wall, and a large sandbox.
- Play horseshoes, tetherball, and the crown jewel: a 50-foot tunnel slide built right into the mountainside. Yes, it's as epic as it sounds!
- On the other side of the house, fire up the grill for BBQ, steaks, or hamburgers.

For nature lovers and hikers, the Blue Ridge Parkway takes you right to the famous Cone Estate Trails (ideal for exploring and hiking) and Price Lake Park (where canoes and kayaks are available for rent).

Hearthstone is more than just a stay. It's where lifelong memories are made. Whether you're sipping coffee while the fog lifts over the peaks, watching the kids race down the mountainside slide, or savoring unforgettable sunset mountain vistas, this home offers beauty, tranquility, and laughter in every moment.

ADDITIONAL NOTES:
- 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 allows up to 3 mature, well-trained dogs with an additional pet rent of $25 per pet per night plus tax. Pets other than dogs are not permitted.
- Firewood may be added by reaching out to us more than a week in advance. You get two wrapped bundles and a firestarter for $25/night plus tax.
- Events are not permitted at this home. Thank you for respecting this rule and not requesting an exception.

CANCELLATION POLICY:
Bookings canceled 60+ days before arrival will receive a refund of the deposit.
Bookings canceled within 59 days of the 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.

NCREC Broker Name: Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals
NCREC License Number: 29198
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony or patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a hot tub, or other amenities including an arcade/game room and barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max 3 spaces)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 6.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Air hockey
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • 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)

General

  • Unit size: 6,640 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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

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
Onsite 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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
431082

Hearthstone- AppSki Mtn home with it all: hot tub, game room, fire pit, pets! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lana D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place for a group stay. Game room and big slide were a big hit! Plenty of space to spread out and not feel crowded. Bunk rooms were great for youth. We hope to return to this house next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer C.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Martha M., Jacksonville, fl

Liked: Cleanliness

July 4th

This is our second time to Hearthstone and really enjoyed it! It is a perfect layout for all 19 of us. The only negative is that the property is ready for some updating. The carpets need cleaning, fire pit should be replaced, couch in the sunroom is torn, furniture worn, and some other minor issues. The upside is that we had teens and young children, so I really didn’t worry about anything.
Game night!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome property. Had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing weekend getaway

Enjoyed the stay. House is huge. A little outdated but so much to offer. The game room was a hit for my teenagers. Separate sitting rooms to accommodate everyone and allow different environments in each. Hot tub was nice although old and not all the jets work. Location is great as proximity to several towns and plenty of activity from white water rafting, zip line, horseback riding, hiking and more.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Parker L.

Liked: Cleanliness

This is the best property we've ever enjoyed, and we've traveled a lot!

This home is filled with love, special details, an amazing kitchen, the best outdoor playground, and an amazing deck. What a stunning home. We felt very lucky to be able to enjoy it for a whole week.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thank you

Thank you. A great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing experience

Extremely wonderful home and stay! The property was amazing a little difficult to locate with all the twists and turns of the mountains but you can’t miss it twice. The rooms were wonderful and the conversation pit provided the perfect place to catch up with family. Will be recommending this place to other families for reunions!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tori E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Better Than The Photos

Our group was beyond impressed with this property & I would highly recommend it to anyone traveling to the mountains with a big group. The house was clean, the property manager was very communicative & helpful (especially with the big snow storm) and our group now wants to make this a yearly tradition!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Devin H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Terrific layout, convenient, well kept
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martha D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Place for Family

We held our annual family gathering at Hearthstone in Watauga County just between Boone and Blowing Rock, NC. Hearthstone was an amazing place to gather for a large family with children. There were so many games and activities available that we did not realize would keep us all so entertained. The views were spectacular and the amenities were excellent! We highly recommend Hearthstone.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

bob S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Golf Bo outing

For 16 men this house was perfect. Plenty of room/space to gather together and also spread out. Outdoor space was perfect. Location is convenient. Plenty of parking. Great views. Will definitely book this again. Well equipped and organized kitchen
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martha M., Jacksonville, fl

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Birthday

This house was perfect for 16 of us!! Plenty of room for family time and enough space to get away for privacy. Excellent location! Will come back at some point.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Supper Club Wedding Weekend

This house was perfect! Everyone could have their own space! and If you needed to hide for a while, there’s plenty of room in this house! We were all up for a wedding weekend for one of our supper club kids! This house had plenty of room for entertaining…from 2 separate dens for movie/tv watching, a massive game room, a dining room table that would seat 18 and with an amazing view and more! Everything was clean and well stocked with all we needed. I hope that our group can come back when the weather is warmer and take advantage of the beautiful outdoor spaces, but the weather didn’t keep some from the hot tub!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Brenda S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Celebration of Pappy 60th Birthday

Nice location with a beautiful view. Plenty of activities to keep the grandchildren busy. House large enough 17 guests and room to spare. All in all had a good stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful outdoor space

We came with a group of friends and all of our young children. The house is great with ample space and most of all we loved the amazing outdoor space with the play area for our children. On the first morning we realized the coffee maker was broken, but the agency immediately brought us a new one and were easy to communicate with. We definitely want to return to this home!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chase C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place for a getaway

This place is wonderful. They have everything you’d need to take a large group to Boone for the weekend. There’s so many activities in the house and just a few minutes away in Boone. If you have a retreat or family reunion then this is definitely the place for you.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Lucia M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring break retreat

The house was warm and cozy. WeI enjoyed the awesome views of the mountains . The appliances were first class . Amazing experience !! We definitely are coming back next year .
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chase C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent space close to many activities.

We really enjoyed this property. I took a group of 20 college students from our church, and they loved everything. The Kitchen has a double oven which is excellent when cooking for a group. The dining table can seat everyone and is perfect for board games. The numerous sitting areas are also great for group meetings and separate enough for a large group to split up and do multiple activities. If you have a group retreat this is definitely the place for you. Blue ridge rentals is also excellent to work with, they were very helpful in navigating the difficulty of Boone winter weather.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

howard t.

Liked: Cleanliness

Hearthstone

Very nice place for a large group
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kara H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house for large groups

Loved our stay in this querky big house with plenty of space and fun things to do!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nichole T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Love it we will be back

Love this place perfect for a family get away!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Danielle A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Celebrated 50th birthday

16 of us came from a combination of Florida, Kentucky, & NY. 4 families. The kids loved the game room and playground. Plenty of room for all of us to have our own space or come together for meals or games. We loved the house and the land. Very clean and well equipped for many people.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021