It may be a rental, but you'll feel right at home at BaseCamp Blue Ridge thanks to its quintessential cabin feel. The location is perfect with boat parking and easy lake access. The 'game garage', hot tub, home theater, and huge yard are guest-favorites.
“We had planned activities every day but it was such a good place to hang out we canceled some to spend more time at the cabin!” Nelly, '23
As a military family, we're proud to donate 10% of our profits to support veterans and first responders.
THE SPACE:
As the owners of BaseCamp Blue Ridge, we want to welcome you to our beloved cabin getaway. This cabin holds a special place in our hearts because it provides lots of opportunities for us to make memories with our 4 children, along with our extended family.
“My family and I spent a week here and felt right at home! … We will definitely be back!” - Crystal, July 2023
We're so happy to be able to share it with other families who can make their own memories here. In fact, it may just spark a new family tradition for you; this is the kind of place everyone will want to come back to year after year.
OUR LOCATION:
What really makes this home stand out is where it's located. It feels like you're nestled up in the mountains without the inconvenience of the mountain roads.
“The location of the cabin was perfect, 5 minutes away from restaurants and only 10 minutes from downtown Blue Ridge.. I would recommend this cabin to anyone!” - Meredith, March 2023
It's close and convenient to all of the area's adventures and must-sees. It's just minutes from the lake, close to downtown, and the perfect base camp for all of the outdoor adventures up the mountain.
“It's also very close to local attractions, restaurants - and most importantly Walmart!” – Kathleen, June 2023
THE LAYOUT:
“Great place for a family/friend group. Especially with kids. The game room was great, and the hot tub and fire pit. The kids loved the basement too.” - Kim, April 2024
When you walk in, you're greeted by the welcoming, open-concept kitchen, dining and living space. Off of the kitchen is access to the inviting deck! On this level you'll also find three of the bedrooms including the primary suite.
On the lower level is an expansive basement filled with so many activities including a home theater set up! You'll also find another bedroom with an ensuite bathroom as well as a 'bunk space' with twin beds and a trundle.
Outside is a vast yard and patio living space. And, of course, our beloved 'garage game room.'
LIVING SPACE:
This cozy space features two comfortable leather couches that face the stone fireplace and television above the mantel.
KITCHEN & DINING:
You'll find that the kitchen is stocked with everything you need – from cookware to pantry staples. There's ample cabinet and counter space as well as a complementary coffee bar!
It's also an eat-in kitchen with a rustic farmhouse dining table just steps away.
BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS:
On the main floor is our primary King bedroom with an ensuite bathroom as well as two Queen bedrooms with access to an additional full bathroom. On the lower level is an 'open bunk space' with two twin beds and a trundle as well as the 4th bedroom with a Queen bed and ensuite bath.
All of the bedrooms feature smart TVs and all of our bathrooms are equipped with basic toiletries and towels.
THE BASEMENT:
The downstairs area is huge: there's a bean bag lounge area, a little kids area, a poker table, and built-in bar with a popcorn maker.
The popcorn maker is for movie nights, which are a must, because of our home theater – complete with two cozy couches, one lofted behind the other for true theater-style seating.
THE GARAGE GAME ROOM:
If you ever don't hear from the kids in a while, they're probably in here! From shuffleboard and foosball to air hockey and carnival-style basketball, the garage has it all. And when the weather's nice, put up the garage door for open-air vibes.
OUTDOOR AREA:
Your Blue Ridge adventures can start right in the massive yard. It's quite flat, making it prime for our lawn games (including plastic axe throwing) or pick-up kickball matches!
Then, there's the front deck with rocking chairs and a porch swing – because what cabin retreat is complete without those?
The back deck features a grill, outdoor dining table, and a seating area for enjoying your morning coffee.
On the ground level is the patio with the 6-person hot tub and relaxing, hammock-style chairs. In the backyard that juts right up onto the tree line, there's a fire pit for roasting s'mores and telling ghost stories.
OUR PURPOSE:
We are proud to be a military family! We have made the commitment to ourselves and our guests to donate 10% of BaseCamp Blue Ridge's annual profits to the Tunnel to Towers Foundation. This organization's work is critical to supporting our veterans and first responders! Visit their website to learn more.
THE AREA:
Outdoor enthusiasts will find no shortage of adventures in the Blue Ridge area, from hiking trails, mountain biking, fishing and boating, golf and more.
We've picked out our own favorite spots and have plenty of 'local' knowledge that we love to share. After booking, feel free to message us for recommendations of hiking spots, adventure outfitters, boat rental companies and beyond.
But for now, here are some of our favorites:
Mercier Orchards - This is a must for everyone! It's got fresh strawberry picking, fishing for the kids, and wine tasting for the adults. Plus a shop for fresh produce and local goods.
Das Kaffee Haus - This is the quintessential coffee shop. The brown sugar cinnamon latte and their hot chocolate are our favorites. And we won't ruin the surprise, but the decor has a unique dog theme you just have to see!
Boat Dock Bar & Grill - Right at Lake Blue Ridge Marina is this quintessential lakeside bar and restaurant. The views are great, the vibe is tropical and it's a fun, casual, family-friendly spot.
Aska Adventure Area - This is THE area for exploration! From mom-and-pop shops, excursion outfitters and hiking trails there's no shortage of excuses to enjoy the great outdoors.
Shallowford Bridge Tubing - These folks run the oldest family owned tubing company in the Aska Adventure Area. Enjoy a fun-filled river trip as they equip you with everything you need and provide pick up and drop off along the river.
Toccoa River Swinging Bridge - This is a local favorite! It's just a short hike from the parking lot to get to the bridge, but the road to the parking lot is quite bumpy so be careful taking standard cars there if there's recently been rain.
---GUEST ACCESS—
Guests have access to the entire cabin as well as the expansive property. You'll be given very clear and convenient information on how to access the home a few days prior to your arrival. If you need any specific accommodations, don't hesitate to reach out and we'll see what we can do.
---OTHER THINGS TO NOTE---
High speed internet makes remote work possible
Ample and easy parking under the carport and in the driveway for a boat or an RV
Kitchen is stocked with pantry staples
Washer and dryer right on premise
Linen, towels and toiletries are all provided
Dogs are welcome!
Exterior cameras are installed on the front of the home. They do not face the interior.
Reservations longer than 10 days will have added fees, not included in your booking total, for weekly hot tub maintenance.
Your total reservation fee for this home includes a per-booking damage waiver fee, including any applicable taxes. The damage waiver ensures coverage for any accidental damage caused to the home or its contents, including appliances and furnishings, up to a maximum of $1,500. Damage due to smoking and pets is excluded. To benefit from this coverage, you must report the incident to the host before you check out.
---WHERE YOU'LL BE—
“It is close to Blue Ridge's shopping and restaurants but felt far enough away to enjoy the peace and quiet of the country.” - Lisa, 2023
It's just 7 minutes from our driveway to the base of the mountain where Downtown Blue Ridge begins! The lake is just down the road and the Lake Blue Ridge Marina and Day Use A rea are both just a 5 minute drive away.
And for adventures that may take you into the wild, the Aska Trail System is less than 15 minutes away.
---GETTING AROUND—
We call it “BaseCamp” for a reason – its location is uniquely convenient for all of the adventures that Blue Ridge has to offer.
Homes in the area are known for being inconvenient to get to. But not BaseCamp Blue Ridge! It's nestled in the hills but still close to the main roads you need to get everywhere.
The drive in and out is quick, easy and, most importantly, paved. There are no treacherous roads or steep inclines. Anyone will feel comfortable driving here! Even if storms are rolling in, you can feel confident on the roads.
---DURING YOUR STAY—
Local License Number: 3313
We chose Safiri to host our property because of their keen attention to detail and fantastic focus on customer service. They really are the best and we know you will be in good hands! Enjoy BaseCamp Blue Ridge...we hope you love it as much as we do!
“P.S. They don't make you do all that cleaning that most airbnbs do when you check out. So checking out was a breeze!”- Kathleen, '23
Permit #: STR-059346
