A newly renovated unique European styled home in the heart of Blowing Rock, just steps from fine dining, wine tasting, and the brewery. Features fine woodworking, modern touches, a turret, old world carvings and gargoyles. Located directly beside The Blowing Rock Brewery, The Wine Company, and The Village Cafe. In the evenings retreat to your linear gas fireplace, the pool table or back courtyard. You'll forget that you are in the direct center of town!
The space
Your own luxury accommodation with 1250 square feet of inside space for your enjoyment! Play pool in the game room, use our treadmill in the exercise space, or use the office to conduct business in private. Spread out in our large living room, enjoy the ambiance of our linear fireplace, or snuggle up in the turret room with a book (yes, we have a turret room). Pamper yourself in our dedicated "she cave" vanity room, spread out in our 2 full bathrooms, or cook in our full kitchen. Outside you've your own private back courtyard deck space as well when you wish to just unwind ... your own yard in the heart of Blowing Rock.
Our Neighbors ...
The Blowing Rock Brewery is directly across the street which makes its own beverages on site, fine food, and live entertainment. The restaurant will deliver to your door.
Wine and Things is directly to our left as you walk out the door. Enjoy their daily samplings of local and global wines paired with a variety of tastings.
Village Cafe is perhaps the best breakfast or brunch you'll ever have. Open only the warm 3 seasons of the year it is directly to your right as you walk out our front door.
Kilwins Ice Cream ... while its entrance is on Main Street, we share parking with them in our back and is a traditional favorite of our guests.
Down and up the street are fine restaurants, shops, the park, and local events all with in a 2 minute walk out the door. We are truly a unique and the only rental in the center of Blowing Rock.
See our guidebook for our other suggestions and insight on Blowing Rock!
Details: This property has a downstairs spacious entrance area that contains a full sized pool table. You can park your bags, bikes or essentials here if you’d like in the security of the property. The entire rest of the property is up a full flight of steps (as also mentioned in our amenities) to the rest of your living space. Essentially the entire top floor from front to back of the building is yours, including a balcony to the street below and out the back door to your own court yard deck area. We have a second vacation rental in the building that is smaller located downstairs from your main living quarters during your stay, we ask that you pls show consideration to your neighbors.
Guest access
You'll have the entire second floor to yourself as well as the deck space in our courtyard. Guests share with our lower unit, The Biergarten Hideaway, the lower courtyard grill and Adirondack chairs.
Other things to note
Parking - You'll have one dedicated parking space to your stay. As we are in such close proximity to the amenities listed, parking is tightly controlled around our home. Should you need or require more than one parking space you'll be responsible for finding that second parking spot. Parking is "Free" across town, there is town parking as close as 50 feet from our home. As a thought, if you have a second car we advice you put the car you will use the least in a free town space, and the car you will use at our Unit. We will of course assist you with advice and input should you need it.
High Speed Internet & TV: Work with confidence from this residence as the WiFi is supported by in ground fiber hosted by Spectrum. The high speed internet is complimented with a modern smart tv opposed to traditional cable, on it are 150 channels and you’re welcome to add apps and login with your own home providers as you’d like.
When you book with us we'll ask you to confirm your person count and vehicle count as well as reconfirm agreement with our House Rules. There is pretty typical stuff there like "no parties", but also usage tips on our rental that may be helpful. Our house rules are at the bottom of the listing by clicking through the section titled "House Rules". They are restated in the house manual found in the cabin as well. We will ask that you agree to these rules within 48 hours of booking (or immediately if the window to your stay start is less than 48 hours) via an online written “I Agree” statement back to us that you agree that your stay is bound by these house rules. This on line copy is considered always the most current version of our house rules and supersedes any other printed or written material.
Moon-A-Chalet: A place where mind, body and spirit escape.
Time to slow down, reconnect, restore and explore. Come home to Moon-A-Chalet to enjoy a romantic getaway, a peaceful retreat or a wanderlust fulfillment. Minutes from the quaint mountain towns of Blowing Rock and Boone, the infamous Blue Ridge Parkway, and Appalachian Ski Mountain, this chalet is perfectly situated to provide parties of two, four seasons of fun and adventure in the High Country.
The space
Upon arriving at Moon-A-Chalet you’ll notice, that the minimalist aesthetic with neutral tones creates an elegant yet cozy feel. Throughout the chalet, natural light refines and highlights the nestled treehouse experience. Peer through the expansive windows to immerse yourself in the rhododendron and fern forest. Cuddle up by the wood stove while seeking the next adventure. Relax, revitalize and pamper yourselves while enjoying a soothing session in the cedar barrel sauna or taking a dip in the hot tub, all while being perched in the trees and surrounded by nature.
LIVING
• Danish Rais gas stove.
• Samsung Smart TV with cable TV as well. If you wish to stream, bring your passwords to log in and enjoy your accounts!
• Games and playing cards.
• Chaise lounge sofa and blankets for afternoon naps or fireside movies.
• Books provided for those great afternoon reads.
• Essential oil spritzers are provided to keep the vibe alive.
KITCHEN & DINING NOOK
• Graciously stocked kitchen ready to prepare any meal or snack.
• Stocked with oils and spices.
• Drying rack for dishes.
• Keurig K Duo coffee maker, French Press, Pour Over and tea kettle available with K Cups and limited tea bags provided.
• Dining nook is perfect for a morning breakfast or intimate evening dinner.
• Cleaning supplies provided under the sink.
BATH
• Aveda shampoo, body wash, and lotion provided.
• Luxury robes available for the sauna, hot tub, or just quiet afternoons.
OFFICE
• A quiet separate space to catch up on any call needs to ensure you can stay longer!
• Moon-A-Chalet has a high-speed fiber optic network so you can always be connected.
• Also equipped with a built-in wardrobe for ease in unpacking and enjoying your brief or extended stay.
LOFT
• Ascend to this cozy nook to sit back, enjoy the surroundings and read a book.
• Yoga mats and blocks provided for a restoring yoga session. Feel free to take them out on the porch for an immersive experience!
• Essential oil spritzers are provided to keep the vibe alive.
BEDROOM/SLEEPING SPACE
• Climb into the quaint loft bedroom/sleeping space as you escape to enjoy the luxury mattress for a restful night all while looking up at the stars or out into the forest.
• Himalayan salt lamps and essential oil spritzers are provided to keep the vibe alive.
• NOTE: The bedroom sleeping space is a loft style sleeping space that requires guests be comfortable navigating and climbing narrow stairs and a 3 step ladder for access. Don't worry though, the experience is worth it all!
LAUNDRY HOUSE
• A full-size washer and dryer are located outside in the laundry house located in the driveway. Limited detergent pods are provided.
• Broom, vacuum, and snow shovel also available.
OUTDOORS
• The treehouse deck welcomes you with a Breeo smokeless fire pit and intimate dining setting.
• Double rockers and chaise lounges.
• Once the work is over (on or off the slopes, hiking, or sightseeing) take a
dip in the private hot tub or unwind for a soothing session in the private
barrel sauna.
• A wraparound porch creates outdoor spaces to share a morning cup of
coffee or a cocktail while the sunset colors surround you. Soak up the
sun, the stars, and the fresh mountain air in one of the many lounging spaces.
• Weber propane grill available for all of your grilling-inspired meals!
Guest access
Guests self-check in with an electronic lockbox providing key access into the chalet.
STAIRS AND ACCESS *PLEASE NOTE*:Guests must be able to comfortably navigate narrow stairs as seen in photos, including climbing 3 steps into the loft bedroom/sleeping space. This home is not suitable for children or those uncomfortable climbing and navigating stairs due to the stairs and overall design.
WINTER DRIVING & PARKING
The private driveway is pavement and the entry area is flat and easily navigable. The road coming to the home is fairly steep. During winter, 4-wheel drive vehicles are strongly recommended. During icy or snowy conditions, you are encouraged to park at the bottom of the hill at the entrance to the neighborhood, but off the road. If you park on the roadside, you may be towed. The neighborhood has paved roads that may not be plowed when it snows. The driveway as well as part of the steep access coming to the chalet will be plowed when it snows but it may take time for the road to be completely clear and navigable.
Other things to note
PRIVACY
Moon-A-Chalet is in a small quiet neighborhood. You will have neighbors to one side, but the hot tub and sauna are very private due to the location, trees, and foliage. Since you are located in a primary home neighborhood, please be respectful when outdoors. No loud music and please observe quiet hours from 10:00pm to 7:00am.
SECURITY CAMERA
To ensure you arrive and depart safely, there is a security camera located on the laundry shed in the driveway. This only monitors the driveway activity, dining porch, and walkway to the chalet. Areas by the grill, hot tub, and sauna are not captured.
PLEASE BE KIND TO THE SEPTIC SYSTEM
In the bathroom, only flush toilet paper. Kindly dispose of all other products in the trash, even the feminine "flushable” ones. In the kitchen, there is no garbage disposal. Please put food scraps in the trash can.
GUEST VERIFICATION: If a guest has no reviews yet, we require Airbnb verifications of government ID, photo, phone, email, and to be at least 25 years of age. Additional verification may be required by host.
ADDITIONAL GUESTS: Due to the location and intimate size of the chalet, any guests other than those noted on the reservation must be verified and approved by the host.
HISTORY
Moon-A-Chalet was built in the late ’60s and fully renovated in 2020. Maintaining the original character of the home was of most importance while adding the conveniences that elevate the chalet to a modern escape. “Rosie” located outside in the rear of the chalet was a vision of one of the earlier owners. Sleeping one evening, the artist dreamt of handcrafting a stagecoach for the enjoyment of her granddaughter, “Rosie”. After jokingly sharing with her husband, she was bound to see the vision come to fruition. Based on a Studebaker chassis, the artist began sourcing her supplies and slowly watched the dream come to be in her backyard. While “Rosie” has a full-size mattress and two bar areas for entertainment, she is fragile, and therefore you can only peek in to see what character of “Rosie” lives on. “Rosie’s” night lights come on each evening so feel free to take a look and admire the craftsmanship and imagination that brought her to life.
