This cabin places you within a leisurely stroll of Alta Vista Gallery and B & B and Watauga River. The cabin includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a furnished patio.
Alta Vista Gallery and B & B - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
Appalachian State University - 13 min drive - 7.9 miles
Sugar Mountain Resort - 20 min drive - 11.2 miles
Grandfather Mountain - 30 min drive - 16.8 miles
Getting around
Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 90 min drive
Restaurants
Rivers Street Ale House - 13 min drive
The Social - 13 min drive
South End Brewing - Boone - 13 min drive
Lost Province Brewing Company - 13 min drive
Circle K - 9 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.
Mams Refuge at Heritage Hill
Welcome to Mam's Refuge, a traditional log cabin for four nestled in the hills of Valle Crucis, less than half a mile to the Mast Store Annex and the Valle Crucis Community Park.
The main level features a kitchen with standard coffee pot, full appliances, and dining table. The cozy living room has a gas fireplace and a large smart TV. The Full bedroom has a ceiling fan. There is a full bath with a combination tub/shower that opens to both the common space and the Full bedroom. Upstairs is a large room with both king bed and a full bed..
Outside is a private front deck overlooking the fenced in pasture. From the paved parking area, Mam's Refuge is accessed by the same walkway as Uncle Earl's Haven next door. They share a patio with fire pit, table and chairs. A waterfall feature is installed along the patio. Have a cup of coffee in the morning on the deck and listen to the water cascading.
Dogs are welcome for an additional fee of $25/night per pet, max of two. Check In is after 4pm. Check Out is by 10am. Firewood may be added at the time of booking, or by reaching out to us more than a week in advance. You'll get two wrapped bundles of kiln dried wood and a firestarter for $25/night. Linens and Towels provided, but this home does not have a washer or dryer. AWD/4WD and/or chains recommended during winter months for all of our properties, in case of snow or ice. Guests returning to Mam's Refuge may receive a 5% discount, not to be stacked with other discounts.
The cabin is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and a furnished patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a fireplace, a ceiling fan, and a dining table.
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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)
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Dogs only
Service animals exempt from fees
Note from host: We accept mature well behaved dogs of any size.
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
Frequently asked questions
What can I see near this cabin?
This cabin is located in Banner Elk, just steps from Alta Vista Gallery and B & B. You'll also find Watauga River and Hound Ears Golf Club within a short drive.
Is this cabin adjacent to a casino?
No, this cabin is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this cabin?
No, there is no indoor pool at this cabin.
Does this cabin provide breakfast?
No, this cabin doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this cabin allow pets to stay for free?
Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cabin.
Mams Refuge at Heritage Hill Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Dayron B.
Dec 31, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Best cabins in North Carolina in the mountains and river close by.
Very nice the mountains around and the cabin is very well equipped with all that you need. Beautiful surrounding and nature. My kids enjoyed feeding the goats. The city is so beautiful and many restaurants choices. Definitely, I would love to visit again!!! Thank you for the excellent and cozy cabin!!!
Dayron B.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie F.
Feb 27, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Mountain Getaway!
We live about 2hours away and this property was a spur of the moment mountain retreat. We traveled with our small children and dog. The property was a perfect location in between Boone and Banner Elk. We did a morning tubing at Sugar Mountain. We enjoyed a bunch of restaurants in the area. The property borders a goat farm! The goat treats provided in the cabin were perfect for our kids and adults! The beds were so comfortable as well. Looking forward to renting this place again and possibly the neighboring cabins!
Stephanie F.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
10/10 Excellent
Carolina V.
Feb 25, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
An enclave in the epicenter of the Blue Ridge mountains
Beautiful cabin nested in a wood. Tranquillity at its best. About 20 min from the three ski resorts, and all main attractions such as trails, wineries and cute town Blowing Rock. My husband loved the company of goats and sheep. Every morning he’d give them the little snacks provided. The interior is super comfy, with nice decorations such as pillows. Books are available! We had everything that we needed to cook.
The downsizes: a) we missed the note in the description of the property advising that there is no washer and dryer, b) there was no bath mat, c) there was no additional blankets, d) the TV in the main room did not work and e) the internet connection would sometimes be unstable the evenings, which would give us a hard time to connect to our favorite streaming platforms.
Bottom line, we definitely see us coming back!
Carolina V.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2022
8/10 Good
Rachel V.
Oct 25, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect weekend getaway
We stayed here for our annual mountain getaway while our friends rented 2 of the other houses on the property. The property is beautiful and serene, and our little ones enjoyed feeding the goats each day and exploring the nearby park (near the general store). The homes were close enough that our baby monitors could reach outside so we could all hang out after the kids went to bed, but we still all had our separate space. The location is great as you’re near town and just a short drive to Boone. We would definitely stay here again.
Rachel V.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Susan W., Weddington, USA
Sep 25, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property
We enjoyed our stay so much in Mam's Cabin. Clean, well appointed. Lovely, comfy beds. We will be coming back to the cabin soon.
Susan W.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen P., North Carolina
Sep 19, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
We came to Boone for a weekend. The cabin is close to town and amenities, yet is in a quiet mountain area. We really enjoyed our time here. The cabin had all we needed. We would definitely come back!
Kathleen P.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
8/10 Good
Vickie L.
Aug 9, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cabin. Not overly pet friendly. Not reallocation going place to walk dogs.
Ok
Vickie L.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
8/10 Good
Linda C.
Aug 1, 2021
Cute Cabin in Valle Crucis
Mam's Refuge is a cute cabin that was nicely appointed and comfortable for our 4 day get away. It was a great location ..just around the corner from Mast General Store but not too far to go to Blowing Rock where our favorite restaurants are. The porch is perfect for morning coffee and has a water feature which provides the great sound of cascading water.