This is a rustic area where you can escape from the hustle and bustle of work life. It is nothing…read morefancy so if you want glamorous accommodation this place is not for you. We have stayed here several times and visited the local wineries and surrounding restaurants and shops. Highly recommend the Mexican Cantina next to Grandfather Winery.

We have been coming to Swiss Mountain Village since the 1980's. This year, we had some technical…read moreissues in our cabin and Vivian was incredibly helpful. She came to help as soon as we called. She was very friendly and knowledgeable. She made our annual stay even more enjoyable. Thank you, Vivian!

Stayed here for about a week last week and had an amazing time. The road to get up to the club…read moreisn't as bad as I thought it was. The clubhouse has amazing and friendly staff. The gym has beautiful views all around and they offer fitness classes as well. The bathrooms and sauna are really clean. They offer massages as well. The coffee machine was my favorite because they have a variety of different drinks that you can make. The property itself has a gate guard and is surrounded by beautiful views all around. The club has basketball, pickle ball, and other activities for the guests to use. The hiking trails are beautiful and peaceful. Highly recommend this spot for a relaxing trip! I can't wait to return!!

I was stunned to find this development in the eastern United States. Very close to college town of…read moreBoone and artsy town of Blowing Rock. Active trails and UTV community with bar and grille available only to guests inside the gates. Rugged and remote, but welcoming and safe. I have a younger daughter that would be safe living there. She is going to App State.

Today is our last full day at 1353 unit 203 seven devils road. It is a 2nd story 2/2 condo unit…read morethat is entry level. It is tastefully decorated. There are cute cabin themed decorations throughout. The view from the patio of this condo is amazing! Full view of Grandfather mountain and surrounding mountains. We got lucky and hit peak fall foliage. The colors are spectacular. They have a cute patio table that we had coffee and breakfast while braving the chilly temperatures to enjoy the fresh mountain air and beautiful views. They have a gas fireplace that is perfect to warm up after sitting outside on the patio . If you love to cook or bake, the kitchen is fully stocked with new or newer appliances like waffle maker, air fryer, slow cooker, nice sets of pots and pans. There are so many nice glasses for any kind of wine you may enjoy. The dishes are in full sets and definitely not mix match like many other rentals. Everything you need so no need to bring from home. Less than a mile away, there is a small waterfall and park called Otter Falls if you are a hiker. The waterfall is the kind you can sit on rocks and put your feet in. About 2 miles away Hawks Nest has snow tubing in the winter and zip lining any other times of the year. If you like to ski, Sugar and Beech mountains are not far away. There is plenty of parking too so no need to worry about parking. We wish we were staying longer!!

I had the occasion to return to Echota on the weekend of May 29-31, 2020, since short-term rentals…read morehad again been permitted in the state after the onset of COVID-19. Though we were concerned about traveling while cases were still occurring in North Carolina, we felt reassured with our past experiences with Foscoe Rentals as well as the assurances on their website that they were following proper health protocols. I was happy that the unit I previously stayed in - CB-2 in Chalakee -- was available. Upon arrival at 6 p.m. on Friday evening, we encountered a nightmarish scene in the era of COVID -- a room that had not been serviced, with dirty sheets, items left unattended in the kitchen, and, because this is a new world -- no toilet paper. I immediately called the after-hours number and waited 45 minutes with no response. When I called the service again, I was placed on hold and connected to a staff member, Heather, who took ownership of the situation, which was eventually remedied. That said, this was an unforgivable lapse given the times in which we unfortunately live. I would have expected a reputable company like Foscoe would absolutely ensure housekeeping was done between rentals, and was disappointed with the self-advocacy that I found myself in, after hours, on a Friday. At this writing, I have not received any further follow-up. My advice -- insist upon confirmation of the unit's cleanliness before arrival, especially since they are following "contactless check-in" protocol and you will not be speaking with personnel prior to getting your key. UPDATE: Upon sharing my dissatisfaction with the management company, I received a refund of the housekeeping portion of my rental. This is satisfactory given the situation.

Great rental cabin for the birthday celebration for a friend. There were nine of us; we easily fit…read moreinto the cabin with space to spare. My only issue was the basement was FREEZING cold and it didn't seem like there were any HVAC vents down there. We had heaters but it wasn't enough. Meanwhile it was stifling upstairs. But all in all these log cabins were awesome. I plan to return in the future.

If we're talking about atmosphere and scenery, it's a 10 out of 5…read more This place sits at about 5,000 feet on the top of a mountain in a gated community that offers basketball, pickle ball, an 18-hole disc-golf course, a rock-climbing wall, a soccer field, homes on the side of cliffs (decks and hot tubs included), and some of the most dangerous roads I have ever driven. Please keep in mind that me and my son were staying with family members--I cannot afford this place! This is also the only summer they will be staying there due to the dangerously narrow roads with cliffs on each side. But the reward is amazing. Sitting at 5,000 feet with your son and dog and other family members is a cool experience. And the food was good. If you're wondering why the 4--the turkey sandwich only has turkey and lettuce and white bread (no tomato or anything else) and my son's burger was good (not amazing), but fries were very good. The food isn't the selling point here though. It has a has a picnic-like vibe in that regard. I doubt anyone has ever written a review for this place (on any platform) and despite that, a manager still came over to ask how we were doing. That was pretty cool. Genuine. If you ever know anyone in this community and a trip to the top of the mountain is offered for lunch, take it! But only if it's dry and visibility is good for driving purposes.

I recently stayed with a friend in Appalachia Sunrise after she won a 4 night stay. We had a great…read moretime! The property was gorgeous. The staff at Carolina Properties took great care of us while we were there!

Pro: 1. good…read morelocation, walking distance to most stores, downtown, restaurants, hospital, and gas station. 3. Reasonably priced, unfurnished. 2. Maintenance guy is super friendly, sweet and helpful. He is the least appreciated person by the owner of the property. 3. Relatively safe, although I have heard gun shots followed by police cars before. 4. Neighbors keep to themselves. 5. Water cost is included for now. 6. Comes with adorable stray cats, most neighbors feed them, while the landlord expressed hatred toward these defenseless souls. Con: 1. House feels weathered. I had leaky window and faucet when I first moved in. The walls are thin, there is little privacy even though this is a town house. The floor was so dirty that after 6 months of living here and moping the floor everyday, the water still comes out black. The carpet is old with stains everywhere. 2. No pet policy, nothing at all, not even if you want to look after your friend's hamster for a few days. 3. Sketchy neighbors. The place asks everyone to pay $25 for background check, but I doubt they do the checks, because even the rats living in my attic can tell some of them were drug dealers. 4. Condescending owner who is always on the defense when talking to you. She always assumes her tenants are either retarded or taking advantages of her. 5. I kept reporting water leakage in my apartment and the only time she sent someone to fix it was when they realized their water bill was off the roof. Property owner doesn't even bother to hire a professional when the water pipe broke, the poor maintenance guy had to fix it by himself. Or they stopped the water on purpose to keep the water bill down, who knows, the owner is not that trust worthy. 6. No recycle bin, stray cats come feast in the dumpster all the time. Overall: It is decent place for a temporary stay if you want to save money. Semi-family friendly, not pets friendly (not sure if I trust people who cannot love animals), not environmental friendly. You are stuck with rats as pets when you move in and free alarm clocks when neighbors wake up at 4 or 5 AM for work, and you'll never be late for work. It is very hard to find apartment in this area. I suggest you look at Hickory. I have also noticed it is almost impossible to get a good deal on Internet in Lenoir. If you work in Lenoir, the drive from Hickory is still totally worth it.

George Winkler is a fair, down-to-earth landlord who appreciates his tenants. He's very…read moreaccommodating in terms of maintenance repairs, roommate problems, bringing in pets, and family emergencies. Just stay in contact with him via phone or email when you need something and he'll take care of it as best he can. Wave at him when he's mowing or out in the yard - he's a nice guy!! The property itself (I stayed in New River Farms near the mall for two years) are fair for their price. My roommates and I each paid $475 a month for a four bedroom two bathroom unit. Utilities are all-inclusive except internet and cable, which you can easily call and set up yourself with any of the local Boone providers. There was a small kitchen, dining, space, and washer and dryer. My favorite part about NRF was that I could paint our unit. I hate living in stark white spaces and George was more than happy to let me paint. Complaints I have are small. The kitchen is really tiny, so when three or four people are in there moving around and cooking, it can get hectic and cramped. Neighbors are alright most of the time. When parties get thrown, everybody is pretty nice about getting to bed by 1:00 or 2:00. The only negative is the trash that sometimes gets left around on the porches and in the parking lot. Mail was easy. Trash and recycling was easy. And the location was really hard to beat for the price. Close to the mall, bus lines, and Walmart. Just make sure you pick good roommates to live with and pick up after yourself!