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Rock Garden Roost | Stunning Mountain Views, Hot Tub, Game Room & Fire Pit!

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Outdoor spa tub
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, DVD player, stereo
Interior
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire cabin

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Black Mountain, North Carolina
  • CMLC Florence Nature Preserve
    15 min drive
  • Lake Lure
    16 min drive
  • Chimney Rock State Park
    16 min drive
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    43 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Rock Garden Roost | Stunning Mountain Views, Hot Tub, Game Room & Fire Pit!

Upon entering this opulent, well-appointed post & beam log cabin, you'll be greeted with floor-to-ceiling views of the surrounding mountain landscape and the fresh scent of newly-cut wood. In the living room, you'll find luxe leather furniture, a stone fireplace (nonfunctional), and a faux bear skin rug adding to the cozy mountain lodge ambiance. You'll also find the gorgeous spiral staircase that leads to the lower level apartment area that doubles as a game room (complete with a kitchenette and bathroom) and the upstairs loft area with an additional bedroom, and living area complete with a 60-inch TV with Roku (streaming only), poker table, and an office with a connected workspace with a desk, computer monitor, keyboard, and mouse.

In the evening, use the stereo receiver built into the wall in the living room to stream the "Mountains & Whiskey" Spotify playlist filled with dreamy & soulful indie folk tracks to set the mood for your mountain getaway while creating a delicious 3-course meal in the spacious kitchen (complete with smooth surface stove, dishwasher, and granite countertops).

Gather at the dining table tucked within the cabin's circular turret offering panel views of the woodlands and peaks just outside to enjoy dinner and a life-giving conversation with the ones you love. After dinner, wander out onto the deck to watch the dusk settle in before soaking in the luxurious hot tub with a glass of wine under the clear starry sky, or sit by the cozy outdoor fire pit (firewood provided) to swap stories and share a beer. Those not quite ready for bed can go up to the loft for a game of Monopoly or rummy, or head to the basement for ping-pong.

Store all your snacks and sodas in the basement's kitchenette so you don't have to go upstairs & risk waking others when you're craving some munchies during those late-night matches. In the morning, brew coffee & hang the bird feeders on the deck railing to spot some colorful flyers throughout the day (please be sure to bring these in at night to avoid unwanted bears that may try to climb up & steal a nibble). Enjoy the crisp mountain breeze on your face as you sip your morning coffee without a care in the world.

When you're feeling energized, walk through the sun-filled terraced gardens (with seasonal flower cutting), or challenge yourself by embarking on a short (0.1 mile) but steep hike on the nearby nature trail that leads to the "rock garden" filled with epic natural rock formations. Beautiful in every season, these natural wonders form scintillating patterns of frost and ice in the winter and are blanketed with lush moss and wildflowers in the warmer summer months. Situated at an altitude of 3000 ft with views of the majestic Swannanoa & Black Mountains to the north—including Mt Mitchell, the highest point east of the Mississippi-Rock Garden Roost has everything you're looking for in a mountain escape while still being just a 15-minute drive to Chimney Rock State Park (with Lake Lure just a few minutes beyond), 30-minute drive to Black Mtn., and a 45-minute drive to Asheville.

With charming shops, local restaurants, and delightful attractions, the small town of Black Mtn. delivers an unforgettable small-town experience while Asheville provides an eccentric series of adventures you'll daydream about long after returning home. From the grand Biltmore Estate to the colorful River Arts District to the scenic stretches of the Blue Ridge Parkway, there's an endless array of activities to choose from.

Please note: Water/well issue has been resolved as of April 2022. 4WD IS REQUIRED. Interior fireplace is not usable, but there is a fire pit to enjoy outside. This home is NOT pet friendly & is NONsmoking. Electric Vehicle Charge port is only compatible with Tesla vehicles. Hot tub is serviced each Wednesday.
During your stay at this cabin, you'll be close to CMLC Florence Nature Preserve. Features include 1 hot tub and an arcade/games room. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the cabin.
  • Air-conditioned cabin with kitchen, washing machine and 3 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include a car charging station
  • 14 minutes by car from Chimney Rock Village Riverwalk and 14 minutes from Chimney Rock Gemstone Mine
Rock Garden Roost | Stunning Mountain Views, Hot Tub, Game Room & Fire Pit! offers its guests a hot tub, an arcade/games room, and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Fairview cabin is smoke free.

Property manager

Greybeard Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

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

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 indicated that 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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

573244

Rock Garden Roost | Stunning Mountain Views, Hot Tub, Game Room & Fire Pit! Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 17 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

2.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Keith T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful remote cabin
Nice property for a getaway weekend with My wife
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yousaf K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
He’s really nice cozy quiet beautiful home
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taneka C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Breathtaking
This beautiful home had everything we needed and more, very clean also. I am definitely going to revisit this special place.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea B., United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely loved this property
We were looking for a property away from busy touristy towns where we could relax and enjoy time together as a family the day after Christmas. This property was everything we anticipated. It was only myself, husband and 2 girls (12 and 8). The kitchen was spacious and well equipped. It had absolutely everything we could need. The master bedroom and an extra room were on the first floor attached by the laundry and master bath. There were plenty of books, a desk and a nice recliner in the spare room for relaxing. Up a spiral staircase was a large room with windows that could open to the dining area (my girls loved this), a full bed and a twin size bed. There was a living area with a large card table, TV and Xbox on the upper floor. Across the hall was an open office that overlooked the master bedroom. It had a futon and extra linen. It was obviously not very private for the master but definitely an extra sleeping option if needed. In the basement was a full kitchen, large bathroom and bedroom with a ping pong table, TV, and keyboard piano. It had separate entry from the main house if needed and would be awesome for multi-generational visitors. The outdoor area had a great hot tub, solo stove, plenty of firewood, seating and the best view. The drive up to the home is a little nerve racking at first, but once we did it once or twice it was fine. We drive an AWD SUV and had no problems with getting there. We did not have a problem with water at all, we washed dishes, used the dishwasher and washed clothes with 4 people showering daily. One thing to note is the home is at least 30 min from the nearest store. It was a good drive to Lake Lure and Asheville. We didn’t mind that at all and knew this when we booked. We didn’t need anything from the rental agency, but they were very helpful and checked in with us several times prior to our stay and made sure we were prepared for our visit. We loved everything about the home and would definitely return if we were ever back in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Corey S., Medina, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and house
We booked this house for thanksgiving weekend and so glad we did. They have a fully stocked kitchen, coffe makers. Two refrigerators and four beds. The place was exceptionally clean and well maintained. We didn’t have any issues with hot water. Wi-Fi was reliable. Breathtaking view all around The drive up to the property was steep and agree with AWD/4WD vehicle.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melissa L., Cincinnati

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular Home and Views
What an incredibly beautiful home settled on the side of the mountain with indescribable views! This home is worth the haul up the mountain. The privacy, views, and special touches from the property owners (cut your own wild flowers while you stay) make this home an ideal destination! Five stars all around!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning Views
This is a beautiful and comfortable home with magnificent views. The driveway approching the home is somewhat difficult to maneuver during daylight hours; it is dangerous at night.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

6/10 Okay

marissa m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house missing basic amenities and not a lot of help
This house is beautiful, clean, well appointed with large bedrooms and a sparkling kitchen. Amazing vistas, gorgeous landscaping, an inviting fire pit and trails: it's exactly what you're hoping for on a mountain getaway. Would have easily given it 5 stars, except.... After 36 hours the house ran out of water - nothing from the taps. We are not excessive or wasteful. This is a structural flaw. The real issue though was the lack of support from the rental agency: 1. When we called to tell them about the water, the first reaction was a host of excuses: we brought too many guests, they warned us in advance, we didn't understand the reality of mountain living, it was a new property for them. On the "warning": 48 hours before we arrived I called them to ask about a crib. During that chat they airily remarked that the guest maximum was 8, we had 9 and we might have an issue with HOT water. There was no warning about losing water entirely. Also, 4 of our 9 guests were under age 7 and they showered together - it's silly to claim one extra 6 year old caused this. 2. Then, they told us we had to move. They made an attempt to find another house and told us to call other rental agencies ourselves, and mentioned that the Days Inn (?!) might have space. They didn't seem to get that we didn't WANT to move and wanted to work with them on a solution - we suggested they cover the cost of a hotel room we could visit to shower and they said no. We unilaterally decided to tough it out and spent ~$120 on water jugs, paper plates, napkins, and plastic cutlery. After a day the water slowly began to replenish and we severely restricted use for the remainder of our stay. We still had a great time by making light of the situation and not caring about getting a bit grimy. We didn't hear a peep from them after that. No check ins and certainly no courtesy water drop-off. They did refund us for 3 nights of our stay. Is this a fantastic property? Yes. Does it have a major flaw? Yes, but either it'll be fixed or you can come prepared (hello, dry shampoo and wet wipes!) In our minds the choice for any renter is whether you are OK figuring out what to do if something else goes wrong - the rental agency missed an opportunity to provide good customer service to a reasonable group of folks trying to make the best of a challenging but by no means impossible situation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Sara S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain get away
Beautiful house and property. Location a bit tricky, but the views we're just amazing. The hot tub was out of commission but I enjoyed the soaking tub. The falls at the bottom of the hill are really pretty.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful mountain house
Gorgeous property! The house is huge and the view is amazing! Loved our stay!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquility
As four busy professionals, we rented this home for a peaceful holiday weekend and it sure delivered! The home was impeccably clean and cared for, the views were stunning, and we had no problem getting to the home in the Jeep we rented. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

mary t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience
Wonderful property and fun for all ages
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Couldn't even get to the property. We almost died trying to get there. Need a call from a manager asap!!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Randi L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home - hard to get to
This is an absolutely amazing home on a beautiful property with gorgeous views! It has a ton of character and is kept in pristine condition. Our stay would have been absolutely perfect and we would have loved to come back but for one thing ... the driveway. The home is somewhat difficult to find and up a very steep road. The road itself is paved, but the driveway leading to the home itself is not - and it is long and very steep. We rented an all wheel drive vehicle as instructed. My husband has a lot of experience navigating treacherous conditions including snow and ice in AWD vehicles and we still struggled. It took us 3 times to make it up the hill on our first arrival. He then practiced getting up and down because we needed to go into town. Still got stuck but was ultimately able to do it. When we returned after our trip to town however it took us about 8 tries and 30 min to get up the driveway! It was quite scary, and we almost had to park the car at the bottom and walk up. We did contact Greybeard prior to that 3rd trip up and down, and they were responsive and gracious, even offering to move us to a different cabin. We declined preferring not to move, but in retrospect might have been better off saying yes. I hope they might decide to pave the driveway as we would love to return! But the issues getting there were significant enough that it would deter us from renting it again as long as the driveway remains unpaved! That driveway is truly an adventure! The home itself is perfect if you can get there!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Views
The views are amazing! We really enjoyed having a fire every night. The house was very clean. The kitchen is spacious and well equipped! The house is very comfortable and nicely decorated! I would definitely recommend four-wheel-drive to get to the house! Overall it was a great place to stay and I would recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful mountain escape
We truly enjoyed our stay here. The house was beautiful, had everything we needed. The view was spectacular! We enjoyed the fire pit as well as the hot tub that provided great views of the mountains. The drive up the mountain to get to the house was a bit scary the first time as you are not sure if you are on the right path. It’s a one lane gravel road so highly recommend 4WD. Once you reach the top / house it is worth it!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marie-Louise H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful and cozy cabin with spectacular views
Beautiful mountain cabin with spectacular views of the surrounding mountains. The cabin is well-equipped with everything you need including kitchen utensils, fire-pit and spa. Cleanliness of the cabin was superb, and everything was taken care of for the arrival (towels, starter-kit for a weekend, bedding etc.). We can highly recommend a stay in this cabin and we would love to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021