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The Shady House -Appalachian Mountains Cherokee National Forest, Bristol Close

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and balcony

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Terrace/patio
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Bar (on property)
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, table tennis
Escape to Shady Valley and unwind at this spacious 3000 sq ft home, nestled in the heart of Cherokee National Forest. Enjoy stunning mountain views from the front porch, explore nearby Backbone Rock National Park or South Holston Lake just minutes away. Relax by the fire pit, play games in the 1000 square foot game room or indulge in a family dinner for up to 40 guests.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 14279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Shady House -Appalachian Mountains Cherokee National Forest, Bristol Close

Space Fun Comfort
This 3000 sq ft home is located in the middle of the Cherokee National Forest and views the ridge of the Appalachian Trail from the front porch. Located in the middle of this small town of just under 1000 population, offers a country store and a Dollar General both within view and walking distance from the home. Amazing views of the mountains completely surround the home which offers a large flat yard for activities. Including a fire pit area - umbrella tables and chairs - Gaming net - Horse shoes pits, etc. A total of 73 Private bedrooms each with Queen beds, Semi private sleeping room for 6 with 1 queen size bed, and 2 full size, and 1 mobile cot. This room is adjacent to the second living room which has a TV with Roku and DVD.
3 bathrooms, 1 full - 1 with shower -no tub - and 1 half bath. A large kitchen which is fully equipped with service for 20 plus, dining area seating for 40 ! - 2 Living rooms. TV with DVD/VHS and movies / a walk in laundry room / 1000 square foot game room and banquet area includes table tennis - darts - picnic table - dining table - full bar - private seating area / 2nd living room with 52" flat screen with a games for both / several movies and games for all ages. Each bedroom has it's own heat and air conditioning controls for individual comfort. A gas grill, large fire pit, and several seating areas are available. This peaceful quiet valley is located just off the famous 421 Snake - a popular motorcycle trip. You would be just 15 minutes from Backbone Rock National Park, within 30 minutes from South Holston Lake, Bristol International Raceway, The Virginia Creeper Bike Trail, and many more. Shady Valley is a nature conservatory for bog turtles and cranberry bogs. Includes Fiber optics Wireless Internet / This home is fully furnished with everything you need. Just bring your food!
I am the property manager and maintain a small apartment completely separated from the entire house. I have a small private entrance on the opposite side of your acre flat yard. I travel while guests are visiting, so I will not be there.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Single level property
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Covered Outdoor Smoking Areas- One Heated

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Snow sports gear
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk hours vary at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Check-out time is flexible; to make arrangements, please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

Rules

No heated smoking area is provided any longer as posted in another description

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Please contact me for pets approval

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Not Fool Proof For Toddlers-Supervision Required

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Parties Require additional Insurance and Deposit

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Covered Outdoor Smoking Areas- One Heated

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 40
Note from host: Parties Require additional Insurance and Deposit
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Shady appalachian Mountains Cherokee National Forest Bristol
Shady appalachian Mountains Cherokee National Forest Bristol

About the neighborhood

Map
TN, Shady Valley

What's nearby

  • Cross Mountain Trailhead - 7 min drive - 7.4 km
  • South Holston Lake - 15 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Bristol Caverns - 26 min drive - 29.5 km
  • Bristol Motor Speedway - 40 min drive - 45.6 km
  • Virginia Creeper Trail Abingdon - 45 min drive - 45.4 km

Getting around

  • Abingdon, VA (VJI-Virginia Highlands) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Cucina Italian Kitchen - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Shady Valley Country Store - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Raceway Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cranberry Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Country Kitchen - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Shady House -Appalachian Mountains Cherokee National Forest, Bristol Close pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Where is The Shady House -Appalachian Mountains Cherokee National Forest, Bristol Close located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Cross Mountain Trailhead, Backbone Rock Waterfall, and South Holston Lake. Backbone Rock Recreation Area and Ralph Stout Park are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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