Discover Almost Heaven, a newly listed 2-bedroom retreat with hot tub nestled in the mountains just outside Burnsville, NC. This stunning home, overlooking the South Toe River and Mount Mitchell Golf Course, offers an elegant yet cozy setting with soaring ceilings, walls of windows, and an extraordinary collection of history books and classic novels. Have long chats next to the fire, play games with friends, sit around the fire table on the deck and relax to the sound of the river below.
We live off site, but are always happy to help. All guests receive our guidebook to the area, which also contains a house manual with information to assist you during your stay.
Located near Mount Mitchell and Mount Mitchell Golf Course, the neighborhood is a beautiful community nestled into the mountains with a serene river view. The roads are maintained by the HOA and are plowed in winter.
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Helene Update: Some points of interest might have changed hours or are closed. For example, Mt Mitchell State Park is closed, but there are several other stunning vistas to be found at other locations. Businesses in Spruce Pine, Bakersville, and Burnsville are open and operating as usual. We even have some new options! A digital guidebook is provided to all guests to help you plan your trip.
Guest have access to all of the property except for locked closets.
Key Features:
- Dog Friendly*
- Hot Tub**
- Fast Internet
- River View
2 Bedrooms:
- One spacious king suite
- One cozy bedroom with full size bed
Indoor Comfort & Style:
-Open-concept living room with a propane fireplace and seating for 10
- A cozy library filled with history and classic literature
- Multiple reading nooks and a private office with natural light
Gourmet Kitchen & Dining:
- Newly renovated, fully stocked kitchen for gourmet cooking
- Dining table seats 10 comfortably
- Expansive deck with a large dining table, bistro table with an umbrella, and a fire table for cozy evenings
Outdoor Living:
- Two spacious decks with sweeping mountain and river views
- Hot tub on its own deck overlooking the mountains (*A hot tub fee and signed waiver are required.)
- Hammock with a private view of the mountains and river
- Entertainment & Relaxation:
Foosball table in the downstairs game room
- Cozy seating areas perfect for reading or conversation
Ideal Location:
- Overlooks Mount Mitchell Golf Course and the river
- Minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway (some sections are being repaired, but are set to reopen later in the year)
- Perfect for family gatherings, girls’ weekends, and romantic getaways
- Unwind by the fire, soak in the hot tub under the stars, or lose yourself in a classic novel with the sound of the river in the background. This luxurious retreat blends comfort, style, and the beauty of the North Carolina mountains.
*PET APPROVAL & FEE: Our pet approval process is simple—we just ask a few quick questions to get to know your pet better. You can find more details in the House Rules section of the listing. Please note that a pet fee applies per stay. You’ll see the fee automatically when you add your pet to the reservation, or we can add it afterward through a change request.
**Management Fee = Hot Tub Fee
To keep base rates lower, the hot tub is optional. Since most guests use it, the fee is automatically added. If you don’t plan to use it, let us know at least two weeks before arrival, and we’ll refund the hot tub (management) fee. A signed waiver is required per our insurance. Please follow all hot tub rules in the rental agreement and posted at the cabin.
Book your perfect mountain escape today!
A vehicle is required to visit this area.
Mountain towns often keep their magic tucked away—hidden waterfalls, small well-curated galleries, backroad orchards, and starlit overlooks you won’t find on a billboard. Staying at Doug’s Way puts you in the heart of it all, and our interactive guidebook turns your trip into a treasure hunt, leading you to the region’s best-kept secrets.
Arts & Culture
+ The area is best known for creativity & the outdoors. With Penland School of Craft, America’s oldest and largest craft school, and a vibrant creative community or artists located throughout Western North Carolina you can explore small, well-curated galleries, shop directly with artists in their home studios, and browse unique shops featuring gems and minerals of all kinds. Drop-in for a self guided tour of Penland’s campus or visit their world class gallery and museum. Spruce Pine is also the home of the National Mineral Museum and historic Dellinger’s Grist Mill (1867).
Outdoor Adventures
+ Hike breathtaking trails at Roan Mountain, Linville Falls, Crabtree Falls, and Mount Mitchell. Drive the Blue Ridge Parkway for endless views and picnic spots. Drive the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway. Paddle or float down the Toe River, cast a line in clear mountain streams, play a round at scenic mountain golf courses, or explore Lake James and Brad Ragan Park. For more thrills, try zip lines through the treetops or cool off tubing on a lazy river. In winter, ski or snowboard at Sugar Mountain, Beech Mountain, or Hatley Pointe — each a fun day trip away!
Food & Drink
+ Enjoy locally owned restaurants and cozy cafés in Spruce Pine, Burnsville & Little Switzerland, sip wine at hillside vineyards, sample craft beer at mountain breweries, or pick heritage apples and traditional options at the Orchard at Alta Pass, also known for their live music, museum and gift shop!
Unique Experiences
+ Go rock & gem hunting at local mines, visit colorful butterfly gardens, stargaze at the Mayland Earth to Sky Park, or enjoy family fun at seasonal festivals and art fairs. Whether your day ends with a mountain sunset, a glass of wine, or the Milky Way overhead, Doug’s Way is the perfect base for your Blue Ridge adventure.
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HELENE
Hurricane Helene did have an effect on the area. However, we are largely back to normal. Area roads and the roads to the cabin are repaired. Restaurants, attractions and other businesses have largely reopened and are operating like normal.
Prior to your stay, we require you to complete a pre-arrival form and sign & agree to our rental conditions.
