The property itself was beautiful and quiet. The unit was a little tight for us older adults to move around, not much room. Also the bed for us was just not comfortable.We also did not see anywhere online that the unit did not have air. For us older adults, it just did not work.
We had a lovely couples getaway. This place is the perfect hideaway and we loved using the fireplace. The little creek is a short walk from the house and we got the blessing of seeing a few inches of snow while we were here. It was beautiful. I would love to stay again in the future!
This place was so well done, everything we needed. The fireplace was such a treat, and very easy to use. I was very impressed with how the owner did this apartment, deer on the property, rushing creek sounds below. Really enjoyed my stay!
Wonderful spot for a quiet get away. This VRBO was convenient to several local towns and restaurants for shopping, food, and entertainment. The accommodations were fabulous and the owners were wonderful hosts. The natural areas of the property were beautiful and the views were great.
Very cozy and quiet with a beautiful view. The cat visitor was a nice touch and super cute. We had a great stay and Jefferson state park is right down the road with an amazing Mountain View. Would definitely stay again for a weekend getaway.
It seemed that the owner was doing construction upstairs and they worked until midnight both nights and started early so it was very noisy, there was tape over the door knob telling us not to remove and you would not have been able to lock the door
We had a wonderful stay at Hidden Secret. Everything was as described and the studio was super clean. Itâs perfect for a couple :) The hosts were very welcoming and responded quickly to any questions we had. The nature is absolutely beautiful and the sound of water is so soothing and relaxing. We enjoyed having breakfast on the patio despite it being cold :)
We spent the weekend at your wonderful rental once again and had a wonderful time. Everything was clean and comfortable. I absolutely love the wind chimes. We sat on the bench outside as the sun was setting Friday Night and listened to the creek and the wind chimes. So relaxing.
We really enjoyed our time there. Rich and Pat were great hosts. Thanks so much for the croissants. We look forward to the next time we go to mountains. Great location. Short drive to anything in the area. Again, thanks so much for your hospitality.
Mike and Teresa Hawkins.
Small and cozy quarters.
Beautiful view.
Sound of stream and birds.
Cool air when we needed it the most.
Beautiful flowers, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
Wonderful hosts !
The suite is immaculate! The property is very gorgeous with all tree, the sound of the running creek & the wind chimes. The bench down at the creek is a perfect touch for the peaceful down time. Location is great to get to the blue ridge parkway. The hosts are very sweet & personable & the fresh home made croissants are the perfect end to a wonderful long weekend away.
Peaceful Getaway Retreat to Celebrate our Anniversary
This property is in the basement of the host's home. They have fixed up a very nice little apartment and made wonderful use of space. Everything we needed was included. They left information about the area which we found helpful. We enjoyed sitting on the porch looking at the view, listening to the stream and listening to those windchimes. The windchimes may be the most beautiful I have ever heard. We enjoyed our stay and would book again if wanting to come to this area.
We chose this listing for my brothers visit. Our home is about 10 minutes away. We needed a place for overflow guests visiting here for the 41st Annual New River Canoe Race. This property was perfect. My brother was comfortable and we would choose this property again, especially with its proximity to both West Jefferson and Boone.
I needed some place to be alone for a few days and this was the perfect place. Having Pat and Richard upstairs was comforting. They never bothered me but being alone in the mountains would have been a bit scary for me.
If you want to stay in the mountains with BEAUTIFUL view, this is it!!!! I stayed here alone to explore the beauty of the mountains in NC. Rich and Pat are the hostesses with the mostesess! They were so helpful and knowledgable giving me suggestions on where to go eat, shop, and hike. I am a people person who loves relationships, so I loved feeling like I was family when I stayed here. Did I mention the beautiful property? Many of my friends asked me to share this property after they saw my social media posts.
The house was difficult to find especially since the day turned to night and the area is heavily treed.
The apt. Was exactly liked the picture in VRBO. Cozy, comfortable. The outside is beautiful! Garden. Sloping terrain. Changing leaves. Peaceful.
Hubby and I needed to escape 'the new normal' and the heat...this was the perfect spot! 'Hidden Secret' is a little efficiency that over-looks a wonderful backyard with a babbling stream down below that you can hear all the way up to rental. Rich and Pat want to be sure you have everything you need and are friendly (but not too friendly). Our excursions took us mostly along the Blue Ridge Parkway which is a short distance away.
A few specifics...the property is accessed by dirt/gravel road, which is steep and curvy in spots. Our Honda Accord handled it fine, though I was skeptical on the first trip up (after that, we were more used to it and it was no problem at all). There is not a dedicated eating table inside the efficiency, we sat on the couch at the cool, log coffee table, if we weren't outside on the patio at the table which is a bit sunny at dinner time. The bed is great, but is very firm (which we love). You get the run of the property, which we both enjoyed...you can walk along the stream and even wander into their vegetable garden. It's secluded, but not SO secluded. Great stay and we recommend it!
Pat & Rich are the owners of Hidden Secrets. Rich is a 79 year retired attorney, who is very active and enjoys sailing, cooking, hiking and travel. Pat, Rich's wife, is 64 years old who studied in Italy for a summer and can speak some Italian. She also enjoys sailing and lived with Rich on a 37 foot sailboat in the Caribbean for fourteen months. We both love the beautiful North Carolina mountains and live in the house located on the same 4 acre property. We enjoy meeting and making new friends and are have a great time meeting the many new guests that book our vacation rental home. We both hope to meet and see you in the near future.
This property, Hidden Secret, was the first completed section of the Manor House, and was designed to provide a comfortable place for rest and rejuvenation. The compact studio has high ceilings and dark beams, with the feeling of being wrapped in a luxurious country home enveloped by nature as well.
This studio apartment provides a comfortable place to rest; and includes both a small sitting area, with bookcase and TV, and a fireplace. (available for use in the Winter only, as it is a heater fireplace.) A large walk in shower is provided as well as a small kitchenette for cooking. The patio allows one to enjoy a meal, read a book, or meditate while listening and/or viewing the yard and creek below.