Artful Self Restoration! Japanese Tub & Fast WiFi
Bakersville, Northwest Hills Planning Region, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Artful Self Restoration! Japanese Tub & Fast WiFi Perched on a hill above the N. Toe River at the end of the road you’ll find Dougs Way, a modern cabin with huge picture windows that frame long range mountain views as if it were art. Surrounded by old oaks and loblolly pines, the property is quiet and never cookie cutter. You’ll love the Japanese soaking tub, two-sided fireplace, gourmet kitchen,...
Artful Self Restoration! Japanese Tub & Fast WiFi Perched on a hill above the N. Toe River at the end of the road you’ll find Dougs Way, a modern cabin with huge picture windows that frame long range mountain views as if it were art. Surrounded by old oaks and loblolly pines, the property is quiet and never cookie cutter. You’ll love the Japanese soaking tub, two-sided fireplace, gourmet kitchen, robust coffee/tea setup, and the true craftsmanship found in the artwork and handmade details like the bent cherrywood “cloud” above the dining table!We live off-site and are very responsive by phone, text, and email. If you need recommendations on what to do in the area, directions, or have a question about the property, we are always more than happy to help. While we do not live close-by, we do have many local resources to help out should onsite assistance be needed. We will do everything we can to make sure you enjoy every minute of your getaway.Most of the homes in the immediate neighborhood were also built by Doug Sigler. Several of our neighbors are crafts people or second home owners. The area is rural, safe, and generally quiet.Guests have access to the house, except for locked areas, the garage using the door opener, and the yard.Dougs Way has plenty of room and inspiration! Just minutes from Penland School of Crafts, America’s oldest and largest crafts school, this is a creative space with artists all over the region! With fast Wifi, the cabin is perfect for family vacations, writing/planning retreats, remote work, and get-togethers of all sorts. Paint our stunning view, photograph the surrounding area, take a class at Penland, have a writers retreat, or catch up on your reading! Dougs Way is for artists of all kinds!Dougs Way was built by Woodworker/Designer Doug Sigler and architect Richard Leverich. Scroll to the bottom to read more about their work.——-NOTE: Dougs Way can be rented two ways: whole house (2 floors with 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths) and the main floor only (main floor with 2 bedrooms and 2.5 baths). However, we know guests want privacy, so whatever way you rent you will be the only group on the property. There is an Airbnb listing for each that shows exactly what you are renting. What you are looking at here is the main floor only.——-AMENITIESBEDS: 2 King, 1 Queen foldout with memory foam mattress, and a Pack ‘n” Play Travel Crib. All beds include cotton sheets, pillows, and cozy blankets.GENERAL- 2200 sq. ft.- Safe and private rural location- Double-sided fireplace- Firepot in courtyard- Over 3000 feet above sea level - stunning unobstructed views of Roan Mountain- Fast fiber optic internet- Mesh network for an even signal- Smart home features- 100+ gallons hot water, plus on-demand hot water for master suite- Whole house water filter system- Cleaning supplies and all the basics are included- Safety features like smart locks, exterior cameras, first aid, and emergency kit- Perks like chocolates and pantry staplesFAMILY FRIENDLY - BPA-free sippy cups and tableware- Pack N’ Play with sheets- Booster seat high chair- Library of board games, books by local authors, and DVDs that were shot in the area- HE laundry in masterKITCHENThe kitchen is decked out with everything you need to cook for a crowd!- Instant Pot- Blender- Sharp knives with cutting boards- Kitchen Aid Stand Mixer- Made in the USA All Clad cookware- Bakeware- Fresh medium roast Fair Trade coffee beans- Assortment of teas- Burr-style coffee grinder- Coffee Press- Moka Pot (Espresso)- Mr. Coffee with Reusable Gold Filter- Instant Hot Water Dispenser On Sink- Roomy Refrigerator- Cooking Spray, Herbs & Spices- Desk with Office Chair with Views to the DeckOUTDOOR COURTYARD- Custom Made Fire Pot (wood not included) with Seating- Teak Outdoor Dining Table (seats 6)- Outdoor Seating and Lounge Chairs- Weber Charcoal Grill (charcoal not included)- Fire Extinguisher- Mountain views and river view in winterDINING - Dining Table (seats 8-10)- Kitchen Table (seats 4)- Kitchen Bar (seats 4)- Fireplace- Wet bar (un-stocked) with sinkLIVING ROOM- Fireplace (wood not included)- Comfortable Couch w/ Queen-size Memory Foam Fold-out - Large HDTV with 4K Color and Smart Features- Mini Nintendo Game Systems with Preloaded Games- XBox One S (account required)- Cable Streaming using House Accounts for Hulu Live TV Plus Streaming (cable), Netflix and more- DVD BluRay Player- Sound Bar and Subwoofer (w/ Aux Cable to Play from Smart Devices)- Deck with Views to Roan MountainMASTER BEDROOM- King Bed- HDTV with 4K Color- Cable Streaming Using House Accounts for Hulu Live TV Plus Streaming, Netflix, and more- Turn Table with Collection of Records- En Suite Bath: Japanese Soaking Tub Walk-in Shower Double Vanity Hair Dryer 5X Magnification Lighted Makeup Mirror Fluffy Towels, Hand Towels and Washcloths Beth Gel, Shampoo & Conditioner- Walk-in Closet with Built-in Dresser and Shelves- Washer and Dryer- Game Closet- Mountain ViewGUEST ROOM 1 (upstairs)- King Bed- Large Closet- Original Artwork- Mountain ViewHALL BATH (upstairs)- Shower/Tub Combo- Vanity with Medicine Cabinet- Hair Dryer- Bath Gel, Shampoo, Conditioner- Fresh Towels, Hand Towels & WashclothsHALF BATH (upstairs)- Handmade Sink by Fork Mountain Pottery- Vanity with Medicine Cabinet- Hair Dryer- First Aid Kit- Soap- Fresh Hand Towels & WashclothsACCESSGuests have access to all areas of the grounds and the house except for 2 locked closets, the attic, and the utility area that is also locked. The garage is available to guests.——-NEIGHBORHOODThe neighborhood is upscale, quiet and safe. Most of the homes in the neighborhood were also built by Doug Sigler. The property is situated above the North Toe River, which can be heard rustling along from the decks that wrap around both sides of the cabin.——-PROXIMITY1.9 miles (m.) - Penland School of Crafts9.1 m. - Ingles Market, a full-service grocery store with traditional, natural and organic selections and a full-service pharmacy.4.8 m. - Downtown Spruce Pine & Riverside Park13 m. - Walmart, Spruce Pine14 m. - National Mineral Museum13 m. - Mount Mitchell State Park16 m. - Roan Mountain State Park19 m. - Lake James State Park28 m. - Jonas Ridge (snow tubing)33 m. - Downtown Asheville34 m. - Sugar Mountain (skiing)5.2 m. - Hospital & ER——-THINGS TO DOWhen 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. Here are some highlights.- Hike Linville Falls, Crabtree Falls, Roan Mountain, and Mt Mitchell- Go on Studio Tours (pottery, glass, basketry, metal, fibers and more!)- Take a class at Penland School of Crafts, America’s oldest and largest craft school- Tour Penland’s beautiful campus- Visit the Mayland Earth to Sky Park and see some of the best stargazing in the Blue Ridge- Eat at farm to table restaurants that celebrate local ingredients!- Go rock hounding- Visit the National Mineral Museum- Drive the Blue Ridge Parkway!- Play at Springmaid Mountain- Ski at Sugar Mountain, Beech Mountain and Wolf Laurel- Swim at Brad Ragan Park or Lake James- Picnic at Riverside Park- Go Floating: Kayak, Tubing, Canoeing, WW rafting (bring your own or rent)- Swimming, Biking, Zip Lines, Horseback Riding- Fishing- Rock Climbing & Hiking- Farm Tours, Farmers Markets & Agri-tourism of all kinds- U-Pick Fruit - including heritage apples native to the area at Alta Pass Orchard- Shopping & Antiquing- Visit Wineries & Craft Breweries- Shop for Fine Craft, Visit Artist Studios & Galleries - See TRAC Studio Map for details- Tour historic Dellingers Grist Mill dating back to 1867VISITING IN THE OFF-SEASONViews 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.——-OTHER THINGS TO KNOWWHAT IS THE ROAD LIKE? IS 4-WHEEL DRIVE NECESSARY?4-Wheel/All Wheel drive is not necessary. We visited the region for years in a Honda sedan without issue. Rear wheel drive vehicles with low ground clearance (like hatchbacks and several mini-vans), as well as light vehicles (Prius and 2-wheel drive trucks), are not ideal and take the most experience to drive in NC. The way to the cabin is almost entirely on paved roads. The last 1-2 minutes is on a gravel road with one steep spot just before you turn onto our lane which is flat.FALL FOLIAGE: Typically fall foliage begins October 1 and, barring an early frost, ends the first week of November. It usually peaks around the 20th through late October.PHONE SERVICE: Verizon is the primary mobile carrier for the area. Other mobile users are encouraged to check their carrier's coverage in the region. Feel free to enable Internet Calling on your mobile device and use your phone over our WiFi network.DESIGNER/BUILDER: Dougs Way is an original Doug Sigler home. Sigler was a well known woodworker at Penland School and in the region. His designer touches can be seen throughout the house. When you are there note the tight dovetails and hand planing of the cherry wood counters. Almost all of the artwork in the home is made by artists whose work is in museums and galleries all over the world including The Smithsonian, The Mint Museum, The Metal Museum, and The Metropolitan Museum of Art. ——-
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Wifi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
- Internet
- Printer
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Heating
- Fireplace
- Desk
- Desk chair
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Kitchen island
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Toaster
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron & board
Parking
- Parking
- EV car charger
Safety
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Deadbolt lock
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit
- Exterior lighting
Location type
- River
- Mountain
- Rural
- Mountain view
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Toys/games
- Microwave
- Kitchen
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Barbecue grill
- Air conditioning
- Dryer
- Mountain view
- Washer
- Outdoor space
- Fireplace
- Free WiFi
Languages spoken
- English
Internet
- Available in the cabin: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Electric car charging station on site
- Parking on site
Family friendly
- Children's dinnerware
- Travel cot
- Highchair
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen island
- Oven
- Toaster
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Hob
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Sofa bed
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 2.5 bathrooms
- Towels provided
- Hair dryer
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Fireplace
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- Video games
- DVD player
- Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Garden
- Barbecue grill
Laundry
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk
- Office
- Desk chair
- Printer
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- In a rural location
- On a river
- In the mountains
General
- Electric car charging station
- Unit size: 2,100 square feet
- Garden
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Deadbolt lock
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher
Property Details
House Rules
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: No
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
- SHOES - Please remove shoes when inside. The floors can be slick. Gripper socks or house shoes are recommended.: SHOES - Please remove shoes when inside. The floors can be slick. Gripper socks or house shoes are recommended.
Important Information
- 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
- On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
- Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
- Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Bakersville
Located in Bakersville, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. Young's Mountain Music and Crimson Laurel Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Mountainside Wine and Emerald Village. Energy Xchange and Woodys Chair Shop are also worth visiting.
Nearby locations
- Young's Mountain Music 13 min drive
- Penland School of Crafts 13 min drive
- Mountainside Wine 14 min drive
- Table Rock Trail 16 min drive
- Emerald Village 22 min drive
Getting around
Restaurants
- KFC 15 min drive
- Western Sizzlin 15 min drive
- Live Oak Gastropub 14 min drive
- Fox and the Fig 15 min drive
- Switzerland Cafe & General Store 16 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Perched on a hill above the N pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
Where is Perched on a hill above the N located?
Situated on a river, this cabin is within 9 miles (15 km) of Young's Mountain Music, Penland School of Crafts and Crimson Laurel Gallery. Mica Gallery and Mountainside Wine are also within 12 miles (20 km).