River Mill Lodge

Custom luxury cabin with river access near Valle Crucis. Stunning view from large covered deck, soaring indoor and outdoor stone fireplaces, hot tub, ping pong...you have to see this home to believe it! Walk down to the river for fishing or to launch your kayak. Three bedrooms and three+ baths accommodates up to ten. ACCOMMODATIONS: Main level: Master with Queen and full bath with soaking tub and walk-in shower, second bedroom King and full bath, third bedroom with two bunk beds - one with two twin and one with a twin on top and double on the bottom; powder room off living area Upper level: Loft with sleeper sofa Welcome to River Mill Lodge. This cabin sits on a large lot with access to a huge Watauga River frontage which is known for its trout fishing and small mouth bass. There is also a beautiful pond and picnic area JUST FOR YOU!!! Relax and unwind from the stresses of everyday life and watch nature unfold around you. Plenty of room to explore or just SIT DOWN BY THE RIVERSIDE!!! This custom mountain home is something to behold. This unique luxury cabin rental has every feature that will have you just walking around and marveling at the workmanship. A beautiful rhododendron staircase leads to a huge loft which overlooks the great room and is set up for the occasional extra guest with sleeper sofa; there is also a ping pong table for indoor fun. Rustic elegance can be found throughout the home including antique chestnut beams and very high ceilings showcasing timber frame trusses. As the wonderful summer night temperatures dip here in the mountains, enjoy dining or just take in the nature by the stone outdoor fireplace located on the full length back deck which has both open and covered areas and a grill for the delicious BBQ. So pull up a chair and rest your feet!! The kitchen has lovely granite counters and is equipped with everything you'll need for meal preparations. The custom dining table seats eight and the granite island equipped with bar stools accommodates additional seating. The great room has a huge stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and 52” flat screen TV. Spend some time around the table with the family and play some of our many board games. Or, step outside and enjoy a soak in the hot tub! Attention to detail can be found in this cabin's every room as it is superbly furnished with antique furniture along with the extra accessories that will make you feel right at home. Each bedroom has it own private bath loaded with plush towels. The large master Queen bedroom has a sliding door which leads to the deck entertainment area and the master bath has a his/hers double granite sink, a beautiful, large soaking tub, PLUS a large, tiled, walk-in shower. River Mill Lodge goes above and beyond to ensure the finest in family accommodations. We'll even stock your fridge & pantry with your favorite items upon request. So come and enjoy all that this great area has to offer. We're just minutes from the Original Mast General Store in Valle Crucis, and convenient to historic downtown Boone and Banner Elk as well. River Mill Lodge has convenient paved access all the way to it's private drive. It is 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. We are happy to help you find the home with the access you are most comfortable with, any time of year! Check-in time for this home is 4PM and check-out is 10AM To access the river and neighborhood pond, guests are asked to please only walk along the streets. Please do not cut through neighbor's private property. Thank you for helping keep the River Mill neighborhood pleasant for everyone! IMPORTANT NOTES: - There is not a fire pit at this home for guests to use. Guests absolutely may not build one per the community regulations. $500 fines will apply if a firepit is built. - All guests must pre-register their vehicles with the neighborhood before arriving. This information will be provided to you at time of booking. - This home is pet friendly for a Max of 2 mature, well-trained dogs. Pet rent is $25/nt per pet per night plus tax. - Please note that this homeowner uses a Ring doorbell cam and additional outdoor surveillance cameras to monitor their home's security. No cameras monitor the inside of the home. -Check In is after 4pm. Check Out is by 10am. - 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 - 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. Firewood may be purchased at the time of booking, or by calling us with a week's notice. You receive two wrapped, kiln-dried bundles and a firestarter for $25 plus tax. CANCELLATION POLICY - Bookings canceled with a 15+ day notice will receive a refund of the deposit. Bookings canceled between 8-14 days before arrival will receive a refund of half of their reservation payments. Bookings canceled within 7 days of 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