Conley House has majestic, long-range views of Mt Mitchell that just can’t be fully captured in photos.
On 6 private acres with almost no other houses in sight, you’ll enjoy mostly Christmas trees for neighbors. Plus, with two spacious king suites, gourmet kitchen, smart features, fast fiber optic internet, gas log stove, jetted tub, and only 8 miles to supplies & just minutes to Penland School of Crafts, you’ll love your stay too! The 3rd bedroom/office, located above the detached artist's studio, is great for those wanting extra privacy.
The cabin is about equal distance from Spruce Pine, Burnsville and Bakersville, NC.
All of Conley House’s pictures were taken by the owners using their iPhones, so you know it’s the real thing.
BEDS: 1 King; 1 king and 1 full size fold-out in the guest suite; and one queen bed in detached office with sofa
GENERAL
(2000 sq.ft)
- Safe, rural location 15 minutes from town
- 6 private acres
- charming, we're perched above a Christmas tree farm that wraps around one side of the property
- gas log stove
- fire pot (wood not included, but readily available)
- 3200+ feet above sea level, we have stunning unobstructed mountain views from every room
- 1125 sq. ft. patio
- free WIFI & fast fiber optic internet
- smart home features using Alexa
- safety features like a smart lock and good exterior lighting
- commissioned artwork & handmade details throughout
- pantry staples
- easy access from state-maintained roads
- Have more people in your group coming to the area? Check out Conley House’s big sister Dougs Way. It is a 4 bed, 3.5 bath that sleeps 10 and is just 4 minutes away from Conley House!
FAMILY FRIENDLY FEATURES
- Toddler gear available w/advance notice
- 1150 sq. ft. terrace with fenced in yard
- HE washer and dryer
LIVING ROOM & DINING - Open Floor Plan
(approx. 1000 sq ft. including kitchen)
- Indoor seating (prep area/bar: 7, dining table: 6/8 with leaf)
- Outdoor seating for 10 on 1152 sq. ft. stone patio
- half bath
- 4K HDTV and sound bar
- DVD player with library of movies
- Mini Nintendo with controllers
- Roku 4 for streaming movies, TV and other content
- Cable and sports streamed over Hulu Live TV and Streaming using house account
- Hulu Live TV + Streaming, Netflix, Amazon, and more using house accounts
KITCHEN
(In Living & Dining area. Approximately 1000 sq ft)
- Well appointed kitchen
- Great coffee options:
French press
Mr. Coffee w/reusable gold filter
Mocha espresso pot
Bodum pour over
extra large tea kettle
Gas range with electric convection oven
Stainless steel dishwasher
KitchenAid Standmixer - 6 qt Pro series
Ninja Pro blender, food processor and
smoothie maker
Instant Pot
Pots and pans, utensils, items for serving
Handmade tableware
Pantry staples
- Over 30 sq. ft. of prep space - socialize while you cook
- Apples, pears, strawberries, blueberries, and fresh herbs, when in season
- Weber Charcoal Grill
MASTER SUITE
(approx. 500 sq ft)
- King bed with allergy free duvet, soft sheets & cozy blankets
- Chaise lounge
- Walk-in closet and dresser
- Light blocking curtains on sliding doors
- Large ensuite bath with separate shower and extra large jetted tub
heated floors
custom fixtures
magnifying makeup mirror
hairdryer
soap/shampoo
fluffly towels, hand towels, and wash cloths
tissues, Q-tips, cotton balls
- Independent heat & air system
GUEST MASTER SUITE
(approx. 500 square feet)
- King bed with allergy free duvet, soft sheets & cozy blankets
- Queen size fold-out in guest suite
- Closet & dresser
- Light blocking curtains on sliding doors
- Ensuite bath with separate shower/tub combo
custom fixtures
magnifying makeup mirror
hairdryer
soap/shampoo
fluffly towels, hand towels, and wash cloths
tissues, Q-tips, cotton balls
- Independent heat & air system
OFFICE/3RD BEDROOM
- Queen bed
- Sofa
- Game Table
- Desk & Desk Chair
- 27” iMac
- Samsung Laser Printer
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ABOUT THE CABIN
Conley House was originally 2 cabins with a courtyard in between. The owner, Bill Brown Sr., later turn the cabins into 2 suites with an open floor plan living space between for him and his family. Bill Brown was director of Penland School after Lucy Morgan, the founder, retired. Railings and many other details are original to the home. The kitchen was made by well known woodworker, Doug Sigler. The cabin is filled with natural light in every room with each door framing the view. The home was designed to be passive solar, so it is not uncommon to be able to leave the doors open on warmer days in winter. The abundance of light makes the home a cheery place that is very relaxing. We have filled the house with commissioned and original artwork that we have collected over the years. We hope it inspires you!
Note: There is an artist studio with an office above it which sits adjacent to the cabin. It is not included in the rental.
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PROXIMITY
1.9 miles (m.) - Penland School of Crafts
9.1 m. - Ingles Market, a full-service grocery store with traditional, natural and organic selections & a full-service pharmacy.
4.8 m. - Downtown Spruce Pine & Riverside Park
13 m. - Walmart, Spruce Pine
14 m. - National Mineral Museum
13 m. - Mount Mitchell State Park
16 m. - Roan Mountain State Park
19 m. - Lake James State Park
28 m. - Jonas Ridge (snow tubing)
33 m. - Downtown Asheville
34 m. - Sugar Mountain (skiing)
5.2 m. - Hospital & ER
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THINGS TO DO IN THE AREA
Spruce Pine, the town we are closest t, was voted “One of the Best Small Towns Around by Romatic Asheville”!
When you register you will be sent a PDF booklet with all sorts of thing to do broken into types of excursions and parts of the region. It’s not comprehensive, but it is a good start. Here are some highlights:
- Shop the craft trail
- Stargaze at the Mayland Bare Dark Sky Observatory
- Eat at locally owned restautrants
- Rock hound or check out the National Mineral Museum
- Drive the Blue Ridge Parkway!
- Play at Springmaid Mountain
- Ski at Sugar Mountain
- Swim at Brad Ragan Park or Lake James
- Picnic at Riverside Park
- Hike: Great Waterfalls, Trails, National and State Parks abound
- Go Floating: Kayak, Tubing, Canoeing, WW rafting (bring your own or rent)
- Swimming, Biking, Zip Lines
- Learn on an ASAP Farm Tour & Agritourism of all kinds
- Shop our Farmers Markets
- U-Pick Fruit - including heritage apples native to the area
- Shopping & Antiquing
- Visit Wineries & Craft Breweries
- Shop for Fine Craft, Visit Artist Studios & Galleries - See TRAC Studio Map for details
- Go on Studio Tours (pottery, glass, basketry, metal, fibers and more!)
- Take a class at Penland ( 1 week, 2 week, and intensive courses available)
- Visit Yancey Theater - $6 a person for a current movie
- Tour historic Dellingers Grist Mill dating back to 1867
VISITING IN THE OFF-SEASON
Views in winter are amazing! Hiking the Roan or to waterfalls can be spectacular with almost no one else on the trail. However, in winter (usually mid-December through February or mid-March) some businesses keep different hours or even close, while others do creative things like popup restaurants and special winter openings. If you are concerned about what might be available please ask us. We'd be happy to assist you in deciding if visiting in the off-season would be a good fit.
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CHILDREN:
Children are welcome. The house is a home - not a museum, so it can be a great place for families. We ask that parents be attentive, putting objects out of reach that may cause a problem or be damaged, putting delicate items or cords out of reach. Pack n’ Play with sheets, high chair, sippy kid friendly cups, plates, bowls and cutlery are available to guests.
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ADA: Though NOT ADA COMPLIANT, the house is accessible for a number of those who have mobility issues. The main house is all on one level and is flat from the gravel driveway/parking area into the backdoor. The doorways are at least 32” wide. Transitions between rooms are typically 1-2 inches on average. The transition out to the natural stone terrace is a little over 2-3 inches. The master bath has a walk-in shower that has no door and about a 2" lip/transition. The bathtub is separate. NOTE: there are no handrails in the showers, bathtub or toilet area. The master suite is spacious enough for additional equipment if it is required in the room during the stay. The other master suite’s bath would not be accessible due to proximity of the bed to the bathroom door and size of the bath. Please talk with us if you have particular concerns. Every person's situation is different.
