197 Woodby Ridge Rd, Vilas, NC 28692

Some mountain cabins feel like rentals. This one feels like the mountain getaway everyone hopes they booked. Located in Vilas near the Valle Crucis community and just 10 minutes to downtown Boone and Appalachian State, this classic log cabin delivers the ideal balance of convenience, charm and adventure. Spend the day outdoors biking, hiking and exploring. Come home to mountain views, a hot tub under the stars, a firepit and a pool table waiting downstairs. It’s no surprise this property continues to stand out as a successful short term rental, averaging gross income in the low to mid $50s annually even as the broader STR market has softened. Guests love the easy access, authentic cabin feel, and central location close to everything the High Country has to offer. The layout comfortably accommodates up to 10 guests with a third floor king suite, two additional bedrooms on the main level, a loft with sofa bed, and a separate bunk sleeping area downstairs. Three full bathrooms across all three levels make hosting family and friends easy. And if you’ve spent much time looking at mountain cabins, you already know how valuable this is: plenty of parking and easy year round access. No terrifying driveway stories necessary. Fully furnished and turnkey, this is the kind of property that works equally well as an investment, second home, or future full time mountain escape.

GREAT RENTAL INCOME from this turn-key log cabin centrally located to all of the High Country. Beautiful furnishings and decorations compliment this 3 level log cabin with mountain views and hot tub. Cathedral ceilings, stone fireplace, rainforest granite counters, heated and cooled sun porch, billiard room, loft, and bonus room are just some of the features that attract guests for their mountain vacation. The main floor features 1 large bedroom, one smaller bedroom that leads to the sunporch, laundry, bath and great room. Upstairs is a master suite with loft that is perfect for a game room or additional sleeping space. The lower level features a full bath, bonus room and billiards room with a 2-car tandem garage. Enjoy a mountain getaway while earning income in this highly successful vacation rental.