Notes from the host
Blue Spruce In the mountains
Welcome to the Blue Spruce
- Soak in nature from our Hot Tub!
- Private upper & lower deck
- Shared Community Pool, Clubhouse, Gameroom, and Fitness center
- Hiking trails & Fishing ponds
- EV Charger
- Fully stocked kitchen/Outdoor Gas Grill
The perfect place to play games, cozy up w/ a book/movie, or visit sought after amenities & High Country attractions.
Enjoy a scenic drive to our light filled 2 BR+Loft/1 BA cabin in a secluded gated community w/ natural 🏔 settings. Where couples & small families can get away for a cabin experience & make memories!
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The Blue Spruce is a gorgeous 800 sq ft A-frame cabin that offers a secluded & quiet location and sleeps up to 6 guests
BEDROOM 1 - on the Main Level
(1 King bed, Smart TV, Full length mirror, Closet, and Luggage rack)
BEDROOM 2 - on the Main Level
(1 Twin bed, Smart TV, and luggage rack (no closet available))
LOFT - open and semi-private loft is accessed via a spiral staircase
(1 King bed, laptop friendly work space, sitting area, views of floor to ceiling windows, wireless charging capabilities, and luggage rack (no closet available))
BATHROOM - on the Main Level
(full bathroom, hair dryer, lighted makeup mirror, and stacked washer and dryer)
KITCHEN - fully stocked kitchen on the Main Level with big picture windows that make for a great open space and sliding glass doors that open to views and deck.
- Full size stainless steel appliances
- Small appliances (blender, toaster, crock pot, Keurig/drip coffee maker), cooking utensils, pots and pans, cookie sheet, strainer, knives, silverware, wine/bottle opener, glasses, Brita filter, etc.
Bring your own groceries and whip up a delicious meal. Please note that our kitchen does not have a dishwasher & we do not provide oils, seasonings, spices, etc.
LIVING AREA - on the Main Level with big picture windows that make for a great open space & sliding glass doors that open to nature views and deck (Couch, Padded bench, Seating Pouf, Smart TV, DVD player, Soundbar, DVDs, card games, & board games)
DECK - on the Main Level
(Outdoor dining area that seats four, adirondack chairs for two, & gas grill)
PARKING - gravel driveway with parking for 2 vehicles.
EV friendly - NEMA 14-50 outlet available for guests to charge their electric vehicles, just bring your own mobile charger!
* We are dog friendly with a maximum of two dogs. There is a $100 non-refundable pet fee per stay. (Proof of current vaccinations must be provided for each pet prior to stay)
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You will have private access to the entire cabin during your stay.
The cabin features a smart lock via a personalized door code which will be provided 2 days prior to arrival.
You will have access to the Powder Horn Mountain amenities (at no additional cost):
* Clubhouse with public Wi-Fi, game room, and meeting room (accessible via key card)
* Swimming Pool (open 10am-Dusk, from Memorial Day to Labor day. No lifeguards are on duty.)
* Fitness Center (inside Clubhouse and accessible via key)
* Tennis/Pickleball Courts (bring your own equipment)
* Half Basketball Court (bring your own ball)
* 6 hole Frisbee golf course (bring your own frisbee)
* Horseshoe Pits
* Paddle boats (if available)
* Miles of hiking trails
* Campground located along Laurel Creek (take a dip in the river here or reserve a campground to enjoy the firepit and bring your own s'mores ingredients!)
* Picnic Area at Bright Penny Lake (equipped with picnic tables, charcoal grills, fire pit, and a playground)
* Ponds for canoeing, kayaking or fishing (bring your own canoe or kayak to enjoy one of the three community ponds. Or go fishing for bass, sunnies, or brim! Fishing in the Powder Horn Mountain ponds do not require a license, however fishing outside of the community (such as Elk Creek-a state-stocked trout stream), will require a license. Please do your research before casting a rod.)
* Campbell Memorial Chapel (non-denominational services held every Sunday at 11am)
* Bird watching
* Stargazing from anywhere in the community!
Please note, to use any outdoor grill or fire ring, you must make a reservation for a specific site with the front gate staff. Additionally, anyone under the age of 16 must be supervised by an adult at any of the Powder Horn Mountain amenities.
Make yourself at home <3
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Please remember that you are staying at a house, not a hotel. Please treat the space with respect and if any problems arise, we will do our best to take care of the problem as soon as possible. However, note that there is no one living on site.
In addition to the house rules (please ensure to review them), here are some additional important things to consider:
* The short gravel driveway for the property is a little steep at the beginning. (We have a sedan and and haven't had any issues, but if you don't want to go up, you could park at the base of the driveway and walk up). The driveway will accommodate 2 vehicles. Overflow vehicles can also be parked near the house or clubhouse.
* Having your own vehicle is a must so that you can easily access all the High Country attractions. The scenic drive is somewhat winding, but you'll be a pro in no time! The roads leading up to the property are all paved (except for a couple miles of gravel road, if coming in Northbound off of Elk Creek Road).
* 4 wheel drive is not necessary to access the property, however, note that there are some narrow and windy roads on the scenic drive to the cabin. The main roads of the community are plowed if it snows, however in cases of severe weather (particularly during wintertime), you may not be able to leave the property immediately due to road conditions. If you are staying in winter, you may need a 4 wheel drive vehicle and should be prepared to encounter these conditions.
* You will be provided the code for the gate to the community, however guests must register with the security staff at the main gate upon arrival. Security staff will provide a guest pass and help with directions. If arriving outside of normal business hours (Mon-Sat 7:30 am to 5:30 pm), please register with the security staff the next business day.
* There are stairs up to the front door/main level of the home (the main level is raised so you get a nice vantage point)
* There is a fireplace, however, please always remember to turn it off after use.
* All bed linens are provided. Additionally, a Starter Kit is provided that includes some paper towels, toilet paper, hand soap, dish soap, laundry detergent, and travel size shampoo, conditioner, and body wash. You may run out of these items during your stay, so you may want to bring extra.
* We do not send maintenance to the property during your stay. Only after you depart.
* As we are a secluded mountain retreat, the closest gas station is 12 miles (approximately 22 minutes), closest grocery store (Food Lion) is 11 miles (approximately 20 minutes) and closest restaurant is 6 miles (15 minutes) away. We recommend stopping for gas and groceries on the way in to stock up for your stay and to plan accordingly.
* Cell service in the mountains may be spotty. Note that in the mountains, internet service can go out at times. We do recommend you connecting your phone for Wi-Fi calling. We do have Smart TVs (Netflix/Hulu/Amazon Prime/Disney +), so just bring your own passwords, however, we recommend downloading your favorite tv shows and movies prior to your stay to avoid any "mountain internet" issues that may arise. DVD player and a selection of movies are available for guests.
* The cabin is located in a wooded area, so you may see and hear bugs, furry critters of all sizes (including but not limited to deer, squirrels, and rodents), and reptiles. Our property has regularly scheduled pest control, however, we cannot guarantee that any such critters will not be visible in and around the property. Please try to keep the doors closed, do not leave food outside to prevent entry of unwanted critters. Also do not feed any wildlife as they are wild animals. No refunds will be provided if a local critter visits the property.
* Children are welcome at the cabin, however, the cabin may not be suitable for young children because of the indoor fireplace, spiral staircase, and high outdoor deck. Parents should use their own discretion when booking.
* Since the main level and deck is high off of the ground, do not sit on any of the railings. Please ensure that all guests, children, and pets are monitored at all times while on premises.
* No refunds for weather/natural disasters/power outages/other things that are beyond our control.