Rating 4.9 (55)

Almost Heaven

$200 - $385 / night + taxes & fees

3 bedrooms
King: 1
Queen: 2
Bathroom 2 baths
Guests 6 guests

  • Town: Sugar Grove

Location Location

Amenities 77 Amenities
Entertainment Features
  • Foosball
Game Room
  • Game Room
  • Adventure
  • Antiquing
  • Area
  • ATM Bank
  • Away From It All
  • Basketball Court
  • Bird Watching
  • Botanical Garden
  • Cave
  • Central/Mini-Split Air Conditioning
  • Charcoal Grill
  • Churches
  • Coffee Maker
  • Cross Country Skiing
  • Cycling
  • Deck Patio Uncovered
  • Dishes Utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Drip coffee maker
  • Dryer
  • Family
  • Fireplace
  • Fishing
  • Fishing Fly
  • Fishing Freshwater
  • Fitness Center
  • Forests
  • Fridge
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Groceries
  • Health Beauty Spa
  • Heating
  • Hiking
  • Hospital
  • Hot Tub
  • Ice Skating
  • Internet
  • King Bed
  • Kitchen
  • Lanai Gazebo Covered
  • Laundromat
  • Linens
  • Living Room
  • Massage Therapist
  • Medical Services
  • Microwave
  • Mountain Biking
  • Mountain View
  • Museums
  • Outlet Shopping
  • Parking
  • Pet Friendly
  • Photography
  • Pond
  • Restaurants
  • Rock Climbing
  • Satellite or Cable
  • Scenic Drives
  • Shopping
  • Sight Seeing
  • Skiing
  • Stove
  • Telephone
  • Television
  • Theme Parks
  • Toaster
  • Tourist Attractions
  • Towels
  • Walking
  • Washer
  • Washer / Dryer
  • Waterfalls
  • Whitewater Rafting
  • WiFi
  • Winery Tours

Description Description

Almost Heaven is a bright and sunny three bedroom log cabin in Valle Crucis NC with lovely outdoor space for enjoying the mountain surroundings. This two-level cabin has a hot tub, central AC, rocking chair porch, and wonderful setting, just minutes from the historic Mast General Store. The home accommodates up to six with one king size bed and two queen size beds.

3 BR, 2 Baths, Sleep 6
ACCOMMODATIONS:
Main level: Master with king and private bath with walk-in tiled shower
Upper level: Second bedroom with queen, third bedroom with queen, second full bath 

Are you looking for a peaceful mountain getaway in a classic log cabin with great outdoor space and a cozy stone fireplace for warming up after a day on the nearby slopes? Welcome to Almost Heaven, a traditional Valle Crucis family cabin rental in a wonderful setting just minutes from the river and historic Mast General Store.

Valle Crucis NC has always been the heart of the High Country; driving through it feels as though you have stepped back in time as you pass the large white general store and fields with horses and cows. Cross the Watauga River, popular for canoes, river tubes and fishing, and head in to the Glen at Mast Gap. When you  arrive at the cabin, you will appreciate the easy, level entry, which makes unloading the car a breeze.

Step into the large, open living area and you are greeted with the large stone fireplace and many windows. The interior is warm and inviting, with special touches throughout. The care the owners have taken in preparing this cabin for your vacation is evident in every room, with unique mountain décor and charming touches.

There is plenty of seating for everyone in both the living room and around the large country dining table. Or take advantage of our lovely spring and summer weather and dine outside on the large deck. In the morning, enjoy your coffee on the covered porch, listening to the birds and perhaps even seeing  a deer or wild turkey pass by. At night, enjoy a relaxing soak in the  hot tub while trying to count all the stars overhead.

When your day comes to an end, there are three bedrooms to enjoy a comfortable nights’ sleep. The master bedroom is conveniently located on the main level, with art by popular local artists and scrollwork king bed. The highlight is the master bath, recently renovated with large tiled walk-in shower. Upstairs, there are two more bedrooms, the first with high wooden ceilings and queen bed. The third bedroom has a queen size bed. There is an additional full bath on this level.

Spring, summer and even fall, enjoy the outdoor space at Almost Heaven. The large decks feature plenty of comfortable outdoor seating, including bent willow, rocking chairs, dining set and of course, the hot tub. There is a large gas grill for cooking up the days’ catch, and a great yard – lots of room for the kids to play, or the adults to enjoy the view and natural surroundings. There are even woods to explore!

Best of all, the cabin is convenient to local attractions and events, including Tweetsie Railroad, the Blue Ridge Parkway, Grandfather Mountain or home games of the championship Appalachian State University Mountaineers. But be sure to enjoy all there is in Valle Crucis, be it horseback riding, exploring the charms of the historic Mast General Store, or an afternoon at the popular Valle Crucis Park with its paved trails, river access, playground, picnic pavilion and live music on summer weekends.

For the classic mountain getaway, Almost Heaven is the perfect log cabin rental for your family!

Almost Heaven has paved access for all except the last ¼ mile.

Looking to stay longer during a quieter time of year? Stays of 5 or 6 nights outside of summer, fall, and holiday dates automatically receive 10% off posted rates!

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 Checkout is by 10am
- 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 4 mature, well-trained dogs with an additional pet rent of $25.00 per pet per night plus tax. Pets other than dogs are not permitted
-CANCELLATION POLICY: STRICT: Cancellations 60+ days prior to arrival receive a full refund minus the $50 cancellation fee. Cancellations within 60 days of arrival will not be refunded unless the dates are rebooked to another traveler. 


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Bedding Bedding
Room Beds Baths TVs Comments
Bedroom 2 Queen Full Bath, Tub / Shower Combo, Shared Bath TV Upper Level
Bedroom 3 Queen Full Bath, Tub / Shower Combo, Shared Bath TV Upper Level
Master Bedroom King Full Bath, Custom Tiled Shower TV Main level

Reviews Rating 4.9 (55) Reviews
Rating 5
5 Stars
Our stay at Almost Heaven was absolutely delightful. The house is thoughtfully designed, with a well-equipped kitchen that made meal preparation effortless. The deck became our favorite spot, offering exceptional comfort throughout our stay. The primary bedroom was incredibly cozy, and the shower was simply heavenly.
Pete - Posted: 7/9/2024
Rating 5
Another wonderful stay
Another wonderful stay! We loved Almost Heaven. Very clean and cozy. The kitchen was fully equipped for our cooking needs. Thank you!
Darlene - Posted: 6/27/2024
Rating 5
Wonderful Stay
The team is responsive. Cabin is as expected-clean, well equipped, lovely surroundings.
Amy - Posted: 6/11/2024
Rating 5
Beautiful Mountain Cabin
This was a great place for 3 couples to stay for a weekend mountain getaway. Beautiful views-plenty of room to hang out and play cards, close to downtown. Very clean! We enjoyed the hot tub as well. We will definitely be back as this is a yearly getaway for us. Loved everything about it.
April - Posted: 2/20/2024
Rating 5
App State visit
Property was great, everyone loved the location and it was a advertised. Blue Ridge Rentals was great to work with, and we'll definitely rent from them in the future.
Kenneth - Posted: 2/1/2024
Rating 5
5 Stars
Everything was as advertised. We had no issues and loved our time spent in cabin and around Boone.
David - Posted: 11/20/2023
Rating 5
Perfect fall weekend
We loved our stay at Almost Heaven! It was clean and cozy and had plenty of space for 4-6 people. Quiet and secluded area but close enough for a 15 minute drive to downtown Boone. Would definitely stay again!
Brianna - Posted: 9/21/2023
Rating 4
Great place outside of Boone
While a little remote, very relaxing and spacious.
Noah - Posted: 5/30/2023
Rating 5
5 Stars
We had a great time. The property was great and the journal helped us decide where to eat. We will definitely be back.
Karen - Posted: 4/24/2023
Rating 5
Fantastic stay
My husband and I spent our 10th anniversary at Almost Heaven, and the name is accurate. The cabin is beautiful as is the view. It was clean and well-stocked with start-up essentials when we arrived. The beds were comfortable, the pillows were soft, and the shower was a dream. We loved the wrap-around porch as did our pup who is used to being able to roam around in our backyard. We will definitely be back to stay again. Thank you for a wonderful experience!
Barbara - Posted: 3/31/2023
Rating 5
Beautiful Cabin!
We really loved this cabin and location! Very clean, nice decor, lots of big windows and light, cozy fireplace, and plenty of comfy furniture so our group of 5 could relax in the living room together. We really enjoyed the wrap around deck with rockers and hot tub. The location worked out great, only a 20 minute drive to Banner Elk and Beech Mountain and less than that to Boone. Major plus in the winter that it was close to a main (and flat) road. Last cabin we rented was much further into the mountains and up winding roads and we struggled with that drive in the snow. We didn’t have any issues with the driveway to this cabin either. We would definitely rent here again.
Bethany - Posted: 2/22/2023
Rating 4
Nice Cabin
Nice property in a good location.
Anne - Posted: 1/13/2023
Rating 5
Excellent property
House is outstanding and located on beautiful property. House was extremely clean, well-stocked and had all amenities.
James - Posted: 8/9/2022
Rating 5
Love this cabin!
My husband and I stayed for a quite, relaxing time. The cabin did not disappoint. Extremely clean, great gas fireplace, great hot tub, beautiful surroundings, nicely decorated, comfortable beds. Close to downtown. Would stay again! The McIntyre’s
T. - Posted: 4/24/2022
Rating 5
Amazing!
Great location. Amazing house!
Mieke - Posted: 2/21/2022
Rating 5
Beautiful cabin located in a semi-private neighborhood with a large lot.
Very easy check in to a lovely cabin located in a semi-private neighborhood. Lots of large windows and a huge outdoor deck to enjoy the outdoors.
Tanya - Posted: 11/30/2021
Rating 5
Relaxing
Nice
Manfred - Posted: 11/15/2021
Rating 5
Relaxing porch and hot tub
Enjoyed al fresco dinner on the porch and the hot tub was a great touch too! It was an easy drive to Valley Crucis and other local destinations. The only thing I would change is to add a wood burning fireplace
Ashley - Posted: 10/18/2021
Rating 5
Excellent attention
Excellent attention. Beautiful cabin.
John - Posted: 9/28/2021
Rating 5
Almost Heaven was absolutely perfect
Very relaxing and the peace and tranquility of being in the mountains is exactly what we were looking for.
Donald - Posted: 9/17/2021
Rating 5
Absolutely gorgeous! Fantastic porch that made you feel so relaxed. Hot tub at night was just perfect
Couldn't have been happier. Truly came back feeling so refreshed - gorgeous front porch which made having coffee in the morning a treat. Very clean and the bedrooms were perfect for an adult family of 4. Each grown up child got their own individual room and shared a bathroom. The master bedroom was beautiful and had its own bathroom.
Lisa - Posted: 9/7/2021
Rating 4
Nice, quiet neighborhood in the mountains
We had a nice stay in the vrbo home near valle crucis, NC. It was easy to just hang at the home with family.
Mary - Posted: 9/1/2021
Rating 5
Almost Heaven was a nice place to stay. Comfortable and relaxing.
It was very easy to find and was nicely located to Blowing Rock. Was very pleased with the choice of nice restaurants. Great place for a relaxing week.
Caroline - Posted: 8/23/2021
Rating 5
Lovely Home
A really beautiful home set in the woods. The road is gravel and steep but got easier to traverse with each outing. There's so much to do in the area - we look forward to coming back again.
Michelle - Posted: 8/16/2021
Rating 5
Perfect!
This property was perfect! It was everything we needed. Large, clean and comfortable as well as peaceful and in a great location. We'll be back again!
Christy - Posted: 7/26/2021
Rating 5
Mountain Bliss
The property was amazingly clean and well taken care of. The simple home decorating and mountain touches made it so peaceful and enjoyable for the entire family. Perfect distance from all area attractions!! Would definitely stay again.
Pamela - Posted: 7/19/2021
Rating 5
Teacher Retreat at Almost Heaven
Beautiful home and excellent location! We had a wonderful time! Spent most of our days hiking and exploring surrounding areas. The hot tub was an added bonus after a long day of exploring!
Tara - Posted: 7/5/2021
Rating 5
Nice Cabin
It was everything I was told. It was clean and very nice.
Maggie - Posted: 6/28/2021
Rating 5
Beautiful weekend away
Wonderful, relaxing weekend away. 20 minutes to Banner Elk, Sugar Mountain and more. Highly recommended!
Jacob - Posted: 6/21/2021
Rating 5
Cabin and location
Great cabin and loved the area
Jacqueline - Posted: 5/17/2021
Rating 5
Good time at the cabin
Excellent experience. The cabin has everything you can need to enjoy your stay
Anelyn - Posted: 3/29/2021
Rating 5
Very clean well maintained property
Just as described. Clean, Comfortable and well stocked.
Brian - Posted: 3/23/2021
Rating 5
Absolutely Amazing!!!
What a beautiful cabin! My husband and I came up for a much needed break. We go to Boone every year and rent a cabin and this one was at the top of the list as one of our favorites, it had everything we needed as if we were at home. It was close enough to downtown Boone and also was secluded at the same time. We were close to Sugar and Beech Mountains and the hot tub was so nice after days of skiing. We had deer in the yard a couple times, it was such an awesome stay and would totally come back again!?
Dory - Posted: 3/2/2021
Rating 5
Wonderful house and location
We really enjoyed our stay there and definitely recommend it.
Danielle - Posted: 2/22/2021
Rating 5
Great House
Great house and exactly what we wanted for our trip!
John - Posted: 1/14/2021
Rating 5
Almost Heaven
Came up to enjoy some needed rest and family time and to also try out skiing. Was perfect cabin
Joan - Posted: 1/6/2021
Rating 5
AMAZING!
My girls and I took a girls trip for my birthday! The house was super clean....peaceful and very comfortable! If I could give 6 stars I would?
Kimberly - Posted: 12/21/2020
Rating 5
GREAT WEEKEND IN THE HIGH COUNTRY!
What a great stay we had!! First time visiting the high country and won't be the last thanks to the wonderful accommodations this cabin provided!
David - Posted: 12/16/2020
Rating 5
All Around Wonderful
This house was beautiful! It was clean and so “mountainy”. The deck was relaxing with plenty of seating for all. We went to the mountains to get our Christmas tree and found that we didn't want to leave the cabin. Wonderful place to stay!!
Christy - Posted: 11/25/2020
Rating 5
The most enjoyable time I ever had
The most enjoyable time I ever had. I had booked a cruise and was canceled. And this was a replacement, and just-as much fun as a cruise. My family ? and me Thank You
Lowell - Posted: 10/6/2020
Rating 5
Almost Heaven
Great location and wonderful property with all the amenities! Nicely stocked kitchen and house with all the things you will need for a super vacation. Hot Tub is a plus and worked all the time beautifully. I'd return in a heartbeat.
Craig - Posted: 9/10/2020
Rating 5
It was Almost Heaven
Wonderful property and location. Enjoyed every minute of my stay. Kitchen was stocked very nicely.
Pete - Posted: 9/3/2020
Rating 5
WONDERFUL FAMILY GETAWAY
Hello. I just wanted to let you know how wonderful the home was that we rented. It was so clean and neat and had all the little details available that one would need. The kitchen was very well supplied and I was very happy to see the Keurig coffee maker! That was a plus! The TVs in bedrooms were a nice treat. We really enjoyed the gas logs! The porch had ample seating to rock or sit and have dinner outside. The master bathroom was very nice also. The area was a super place to walk in the evenings. Well taken care of and maintained. I would highly recommend to others and would come back again!! It was close to mast general area and over yonder but yet far enough away. Thank you for a wonderful family get away with our children before school starts!
Hope - Posted: 8/21/2020
Rating 4
Almost Heaven
Home was well furnished and clean. The rental process was seamless and all details were covered. We had a great time. You will need a 4 wheel drive in winter months if there is precipitation.
Teresa - Posted: 8/10/2020
Rating 5
BEAUTIFUL
The home was beautiful! Just a fantastic getaway and there's nothing but nice things to say. And wonderful customer service (they sent a tech to turn on hot tub, responded crazy fast to texts)! Very grateful to have stayed for the weekend!
Jacob - Posted: 1/22/2020
Rating 5
BEAUTIFUL PROPERTY CLOSE TO BOONE
We felt at home and appreciated the time with family!
Cathy - Posted: 1/6/2020
Rating 5
BEAUTIFUL HOME
This Cabin sits surrounded by trees giving the illusion you're more into woods than you are. Other homes nearby, but you don't hear or really see them. Beautiful home with all the rustic log cabin feels. Fireplace was definitely used nightly! We Went with Our daughter and her family, so we appreciated the washer/dryer for the Lil grandsons clothes. Clean and spacious with a Huge outdoor deck that wraps around the house opens up the living space amongst the trees. We accidentally left our Grandfather Vineyard wine glasses there, but you should book this Cabin and go there too! We've been going to Boone/Valle Crucis area for many years and this is a top property on our list after our visit. Would book again.
Merry - Posted: 12/26/2019
Rating 5
PEACEFUL
We are enjoying our stay. We stayed here last year and love this house. So peaceful.
The Williamsons - Posted: 8/6/2019
Rating 5
GREAT EXPERIENCE
Great experience! Very clean, nicely appointed and comfortable cabin. Enjoyed the quiet location and watching the deer and other wildlife from the large covered deck. We highly recommend this cabin for a vacation in the High Country.
Lesley - Posted: 7/1/2019
Rating 5
Great Stay!!
Hit the slopes, went to dinner and hiked Grandfather Mountain. Enjoyed a wonderful time with family in this great home!
Matthew - Posted: 2/16/2017
Rating 5
Delightful Cabin, Beautifully Decorated with Privacy and an Amazing View of the Appalachian Mountains
"Beautiful Cabin in a perfectly safe, serene setting" This was exactly what we were searching for to celebrate my fiancé's 50th birthday! Beautiful décor, very clean and well maintained inside and out. Very private and peaceful! We even had a young buck walk into our yard one evening, beautiful! The view was breathtaking and the peace & quiet heavenly! Everything was immaculate with plenty of extras. Really enjoyed the gas fireplace, hot tub and flat screens in every room, not to mention free Wi-Fi and fantastic cell service! We actually extended our stay after being so pleased with everything including the customer service reps who were very helpful and responsive from the start! We look forward to returning for the Christmas Holiday & bringing friends and relatives! Thanks for a wonderful, relaxing vacation away from home!
Diana - Posted: 11/11/2016
Rating 5
Greetings from Cary
Almost Heaven was great for our family get-away. We enjoyed exploring the area and some down time here at Almost Heaven playing charades and watching movies. We enjoyed our coffee each morning outside on the porch, and the kids loved the Foosball table, calvin and hobbs collection, and the hot tub. We really appreciate the little touches like the fresh flowers, coffee fixins', and the shampoo samples. Thanks!
Ann - Posted: 9/19/2016
Rating 5
Almost Heaven
We had a great time during our recent stay in Almost Heaven. The attention to small conveniences made our stay very pleasant. Location was convenient to what we wanted to do. We are planning a trip for Memorial Day weekend next year. We would like something on the Watauga River if you have it. Thanks so much.
Dan - Posted: 7/27/2016
Rating 5
Thanksgiving in the Mountains!
We had a wonderful time in your cabin! It was beautiful! Our Thanksgiving was everything we had hoped for! We were visited by chipmunks, bunnies and deer. We will definitely be back! We have to see who will be the Foosball champion next year.
Virginia - Posted: 10/9/2015
Rating 5
Comfort, Privacy and Christmas Trees
We thoroughly enjoyed our trip to Boone for a Christmas tree this year! Your mountain home is so beautiful! We loved the privacy, views and hot tub! We saw wildlife and relaxed together.Your home is aptly named.
Debra - Posted: 10/9/2015
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