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Guest Guide

6883 Burkemont Road

Welcome to your spacious mountain retreat! This large property is perfect for groups and families with two full kitchens and plenty of space to spread out.

Arrival Information

Check-in Time

4:00 PM - Your door codes will be sent via your booking platform before arrival.

Check-out Time

10:00 AM

Early Check-in / Late Check-out

We try to accommodate as best we can, but we want our cleaners to have ample time to prepare for other guests, so it's not always possible. Please ask and we'll try! If you know you'll need early/late times, you can request ahead and we can often block off the time for a fee.

Getting Here

The property is located just past a wedding venue on Burkemont Road. Look for the large white 6883 sign at the driveway.

Navigation Tip: Please use Google Maps (NOT Apple Maps) for directions. Apple Maps can be unreliable on the mountain. Save directions before heading up as cell service gets spotty.

Entrances

The property has two entrances - front door and side door. Both use smart locks with codes provided in your check-in message.

Before You Leave

  • Start the dishwasher if there are dirty dishes
  • Take out any trash to the outdoor bins
  • Turn off lights and fans on all levels
  • Make sure the hot tub cover is on
  • Lock all doors

Please Keep in Mind

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted inside the property. You may smoke outside, but please dispose of cigarette butts properly.

Pets

Pet policies are specified in your booking. If pets are allowed, please keep them off furniture and clean up after them outside.

Noise

Please be respectful of neighbors, especially after 10 PM. Sound carries in the mountains!

Maximum Occupancy

This property sleeps 14 guests. Please do not exceed this number.

Staying Connected

WiFi

This property has Starlink satellite internet with Eero mesh network throughout, providing excellent coverage on all levels including the basement.

Network name and password are included in your check-in message.

Note: Being in the mountains, we're occasionally subject to weather-related interruptions, but downtime is rare.

TVs Throughout the House

  • Living Room: 55-60" TCL Fire TV
  • Master Bedroom: ~55" Smart TV
  • Upstairs Bedrooms: 50" TCL Roku TVs
  • Basement Living Room: 65" TCL Fire TV
  • Basement Bedrooms: 50-55" TCL Roku/Smart TVs

You can log into your own Netflix, Hulu, or other streaming accounts on any TV. Please remember to log out before you leave!

Using the Hot Tub

Your private hot tub is located outside with beautiful mountain views.

Temperature

  • The hot tub is maintained at approximately 95°F
  • To adjust temperature, use the controls on the side of the tub
  • Allow 2-3 hours for significant temperature changes

Jets & Lights

  • Jets: Press the Jets button to activate. Press again to change intensity or turn off.
  • Lights: The light button cycles through colors.

String Lights

The fire pit area has string lights. The switch is mounted on the post outside upstairs.

Hot Tub Etiquette

  • Please shower before getting in the hot tub. Dirt, body oils, lotions, and sunscreen can contaminate the water and clog the filters. A quick rinse keeps the tub clean for everyone!
  • No glass containers near or in the hot tub
  • Replace the cover when not in use to maintain temperature

Towels

Hot tub towels are provided. Please use designated towels rather than bath towels.

Two Full Kitchens!

This property has TWO fully equipped kitchens - one on the main floor and one in the basement. Perfect for large groups!

Main Floor Kitchen - Appliances

  • Full-size refrigerator
  • Mini fridge
  • Stove/oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee maker and Keurig
  • Toaster

Basement Kitchen - Appliances

  • Full-size refrigerator
  • Stove/oven
  • Microwave
  • Keurig
  • Note: No garbage disposal in basement kitchen

Cookware & Supplies (Both Kitchens)

  • Pots, pans, and cooking utensils
  • Cutting boards
  • Blender
  • Dishes, glasses, and silverware
  • Wine glasses
  • Basic spices, oil, salt & pepper

Grilling Supplies

  • Grill brush and spatula
  • Tongs and grilling tools
  • Propane provided

Safety

Fire Extinguisher: Located under the main floor kitchen sink.

Coffee

We provide a starter supply of coffee and K-cups. With a large group, you may want to bring extra!

Laundry

The property has TWO washer/dryer sets - one on the main level and one in the basement. Detergent is provided.

Trash & Recycling

Trash bags are under the kitchen sinks. Outdoor bins are located near the driveway.

Sleeping Arrangements

The property has 6 bedrooms across two levels:

Main Level

  • Master Bedroom: King bed (~55" TV) with en-suite bathroom (double vanity, double shower, no tub)

Upstairs

  • Bedroom 1: Full-size bed (77" x 58"), 50" TCL Roku TV
  • Bedroom 2: Full-size bed (77" x 58"), 50" TCL Roku TV
  • Shared Bathroom: Tub/shower combo, double vanity

Basement

  • Bunk Room: Two sets of bunk beds (4 twin beds, 74" x 36" each)
  • Bedroom 2: Full-size bed (58" x 76"), 50" TCL Roku TV
  • Bedroom 3: Full-size bed (76" x 58"), 55" TCL TV
  • Shared Bathroom: Shower/tub combo, single vanity

Bathrooms

The property has 3 full bathrooms total - one on each level.

Fire Pit

Before You Light a Fire

Burke County has specific burn policies that vary by season and conditions. Before lighting any outdoor fire:

String Lights

The fire pit area has string lights for ambiance. The switch is on the post outside upstairs.

Firewood

We try to provide a starter set of firewood for each stay. However, we recommend picking some up if you plan on more than a short session, especially with a large group.

Firewood available at: Lowe's in Morganton (1224 Burkemont Ave)

Grill

The property has a propane gas grill.

Using the Grill

  • Propane tank is connected and ready to use
  • Turn on the propane valve, then ignite using the built-in igniter
  • Always turn off the propane when done

Climate Control

Thermostats

The property has two thermostats to control heating and cooling:

  • Main Level: Located in the hallway off the kitchen
  • Upstairs: Located in the upstairs hallway

We recommend setting both to around 72°F for comfortable temperatures throughout the house.

Mountain Weather: Temperatures can drop significantly at night, even in summer. The heating system will keep you comfortable, but you may want to bring layers for evening deck time!

Dining

Root & Vine Wood-fired, upscale-casual, great date-night spot (Downtown Morganton, ~30 min)
Treat Higher-end dinner option downtown (Downtown Morganton, ~30 min)
Boulevard Barbeque Local BBQ classic, easy for groups (Morganton, ~30 min)
Moondog Pizza Casual, crowd-pleasing pizza night (Morganton, ~30 min)

Breweries & Wineries

Fonta Flora Brewery Best craft beer option in the area (Morganton, ~30 min)
Catawba Brewing Easy group-friendly brewery stop (Morganton, ~30 min)
Silver Fork Winery Tastings, mountain views, great afternoon outing (~25 min)
Perry Berry Vineyard Wine tastings, blueberry picking, occasional live music (~40 min)

Activities

Lake James Pontoon rental, swimming coves, tubing, relaxing lake day (~35 min)
South Mountains State Park Hiking, waterfalls, scenic trails (~35 min)
Linville Falls Iconic waterfall hike, half-day trip (~70 min)
Blue Ridge Parkway Overlooks, short hikes, sunrise/sunset views (~65 min)
Downtown Morganton Shops, food, drinks, easy night out (~30 min)
Asheville Day Trip Food, breweries, shopping, Biltmore (~80 min)

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Services 911
Nearest Hospital Carolinas HealthCare System Blue Ridge
2201 S Sterling St, Morganton
(828) 580-5000
Urgent Care Multiple options in Morganton (~30 min)

Property Safety

  • Smoke Detectors: Located in hallways and bedrooms on all levels
  • First Aid Kit: Located in the main floor bathroom

Contact Us

For any issues during your stay, please message us through your booking platform or text the number provided in your check-in instructions. We monitor messages regularly and will respond as quickly as possible.

Cell Service: Cell reception can be spotty in mountainous areas. WiFi calling is a good backup if you have trouble with regular calls.