Homestead Lodge was Custom Built in 2008 and Expertly Designed with no expense spared. Over 7000 square-foot Timber Framed home with rustic metal roof, custom stonework, bark accents, and board & batten siding exterior offering extensive decks with custom branch railings. The interior features commissioned wrought iron and copper work throughout, 450 year-old reclaimed hardwood floors and interior accent walls, and vaulted tongue & groove ceilings. Although dotted with mature hardwood trees, the 180-degree long-range views of Grandfather, Sugar, and Yellow Mountains are breathtaking!
MAIN FLOOR
The front door sits inside of a covered stone stoop with a chandelier overhead. Enter under yet another custom chandelier into the Great Room with a Baby Grand Piano, 30-foot-plus vaulted ceilings, Pecky Cypress walls, a wall of windows looking out over the mountaintop views, comfortable leather conversational sofas and relaxing armchairs situated with the oversized stone gas log fireplace and 75" HD Smart TV.
The Kitchen is fully stocked and generously outfitted featuring Granite counters, custom tile backsplash, huge center island with 3 barstools for additional dining, Wolfe 6-burner gas cooktop, oversized stainless side-by-side Refrigerator/Freezer, Dishwasher, Oven and Convection Oven. The adjacent Dining table seats up to 10 guests comfortably.
The Powder Room walls are antique reclaimed Pecky Cypress wood with a one-of-a-kind vanity and hammered copper sink.
The primary King Master Suite features a 4 poster bed, vintage leather club chairs and oriental rug with a chaise loveseat in front of a mounted 55-inch HD Smart TV. The ensuite Full Bathroom offers double granite vanity, free-standing soaking tub with shower wand under a custom chandelier, oversized tiled shower with 2 shower heads and body jets.
Separating the 2-car Garage from the main floor is a convenient Mud Room with access from the Garage and from the Front Yard and Parking area, ideal for shedding wet winter jackets, muddy boots or shoes.
DOWNSTAIRS
There are two Queen over Queen bunk rooms on first floor - each of which can sleep up to 4 guests. Each bunk room has a half bathroom with a sink and toilet, and each bunk room's half bathroom share a Jack and Jill tub and shower.
The huge lower level Family Room features a Game Room with slate Pool Table and counter-height square Table for cards, board games, puzzles, decorative fireplace and more. The Home Theater features 7 oversized reclining chairs with drink holders, tiered and staggered, allowing direct sight lines to the 120-inch HD Smart TV Projector screen with Surround Sound! The cozy Den is adjacent to the Home Theater and has an oversized sofa and 3 relaxing armchairs for gathering, or for additional theater seating. The Family Room also has a fridge and wine cooler.
UPSTAIRS
At the top of the stairway from the Great Room is the open Loft with more comfortable seating situated in front of glass doors which open out onto a Juliette deck, offering a high vantage point to experience the mountain views.
Off of the Loft are two King Suites, each with an attached private full bathroom, 43 inch HD Smart TV, and one of the two Suites has a comfortable overstuffed sofa, while the second Suite has a settee and a desk. Both Suites feature vaulted tongue & groove ceilings which further exemplify the extent of the quality and luxury which Homestead exudes.
STUDIO SUITE
From the Mud Room is a second stairway going up which leads to the King Studio Suite. This Suite features a Full Kitchenette with granite counters, stainless oven and gas cooktop, refrigerator/freezer, microwave, and dishwasher. The 55 inch HD Smart TV is mounted so that it can be enjoyed from the bed or the leather sofa. The Full Bathroom offers a Tub and Shower.
OUTDOORS
All three levels of the house feature expansive decks - both covered and open-air. The deck furniture is all high-end and comfortable. The outdoor Living Room off of the Great Room has ample seating around a Stone wood-burning Fireplace. Adjacent to the outdoor Living area is the outdoor Kitchen, which features a Grilling station as well as a Big Green Egg ceramic charcoal grill and smoker. A 55” Smart TV is mounted above the outdoor fireplace. Across the open air view side rear patio is the outdoor Dining area with a table for 6. Downstairs, off of the pool table area is a sunken Hot Tub which seats up to 8 guests. More comfortable outdoor lounging furniture awaits you on the lower deck with steps.
Off the side of the house is the Fire Pit and Barbeque Pit which is centered on a stone courtyard with Adirondack-style chairs. You can leave the dome lid on for cooking and barbecuing or can remove the lid entirely and use as an open Fire Pit! Firewood may be purchased with a week's notice. You receive two wrapped, kiln-dried bundles and a firestarter for $20 plus tax.
WORTH MENTION
The little ones will enjoy the "Hobbit Nook" nestled underneath the stairway leading up into the Loft from the Great Room.
All of the King beds offer luxury Kingsdowne mattresses.
All of the cabinetry throughout the house is hand-crafted and custom, and the granite is all hand-sourced.
There is ample level parking at Homestead Lodge, as well as a generous 2-car Garage.
The house has multiple SONOS Music Hubs.
Homestead is R-36 insulated.
All main level doors are 36" wide or wider which allows easy wheelchair access.
The Kitchen is stocked with dry spices for guest use as well as Keurig pods and a Keurig coffee maker.
Dual 75-gallon Hot Water Heaters with a Reserve tank almost guarantee ample on-demand hot water.
Homestead Lodge has a Verizon Wireless Cell Signal repeater.
Every nightstand has power and charging stations.
New Tesla charger with adapter for any EV vehicle is available at the home.
While enjoying your stay at Homestead Lodge, you have access to most amenities inside of Eagles Nest. Amenities available to you include:
Great Camp:
BBQ Pavilion
Amphitheater (location of summer concerts from May to the end of November)
The Great Lawn
Playground
Hiking Trails
Ropes Course and Climbing Tower (seasonal)
Mini-Golf Course
24/7 General Store
North Pavilion:
Ball Field
Sportsmans Lodge (unlocked portion only)
Sports Court (Basketball and Pickleball)
Dog Park
Walking Trail
Sportsman's Grille (Wed-Sun. Hours vary)
Fire Pit
Woodland Trail System (ATV Trails, Hiking, Biking)
Camp (BYO Equipment):
Tennis Courts
Pickleball
Disk Golf
Archery
(Restrooms and Pavilion coming soon!)
Vineyard
Food and Wine served
Eagles Nest Winery day passes are available onsite for $25.00 each
HOURS: Thur & Fri 4p-10p. Sat & Sun 1p-7p
Please note all visitors on premise at winery must be 16 years or older. This is strictly enforced.
Guest do not have access to the locked off portion of the Sportsman's Lodge, the Fitness Center, or the Wine & Cigar Bar. That is for member use only.
- Please note that the owners of this home use security cameras to monitor the exterior of their home to ensure it remains safe when unoccupied. No cameras are aimed at the bedrooms, doors, or windows.
Additional Notes:
- Firewood may be added at time of booking by reaching out to us more than a week in advance. You get two wrapped bundles and a firestarter for $25/night.
- Guests are not allowed to bring their own ATV's. For information about ATV rentals please visit: Off Road Adventures website
- The North Pavilion is host to several summer parties including a Fourth of July celebration and concerts which guests are more than welcome to attend however, in the event there is a wedding or other private party, guests are not allowed in or near the Sportsmans Lodge.
- Guests are responsible for supplying their own recreational equipment (basketballs, soccer balls, tennis equipment etc.)
- The summer concerts are open to all guests however there may be an admission fee for each person and cash bar for food and drinks.
- The main roads are plowed in winter, but 4WD or AWD vehicles are required November-March, and chains may also be necessary to access all properties in winter months.
- All Eagles Nest homes have an additional amenity fee in order to maintain the luxurious amenities.
- Eagles Nest is an up and coming community, with construction currently going on in several of its neighborhoods. Construction noises may be heard 7am-7pm Monday through Saturday.
- Please note that all Eagles Nest homes have internet, but some areas of travel may not have cell reception.
- All BRMR homes offer well stocked kitchens with all utensils needed to cook meals. There is also a "starter set" of paper products at the house: a roll of toilet paper per bath, several garbage bags, a small vial of dishwashing liquid, a few tablets of dishwasher detergent, some laundry pods, a roll of paper towels, hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and some makeup remover cloths. There are enough of these items for one night, or maybe two. We do not provide hair dryers. Towels and linens will be provided.
- Check in is after 4pm and Checkout is by 10am
- Must be at least 25 years old to reserve. This person is required to be the person signing the agreement and must be one of the persons staying in the property for the reserved dates.
- No smoking inside the home. No trace of smoking left outside the home.
- Do not leave food or trash outside as it could attract animals. All trash must be bagged and placed in the trash receptacle indicated in the Welcome Book inside the house or your digital guidebook.
- No parties or gatherings above the posted occupancy allowed at any time. Keep outside noise respectable.
- 4WD/AWD and/or chains recommended during winter (Nov-March) for all homes. Travelers visiting during the winter months where inclement weather may be possible should come prepared with an AWD or 4WD vehicle, and chains may also be required if it snows. No refunds, allowances, or date changes will be given to travelers who are not prepared with the proper vehicle, as outlined in the Rental Agreement.
- NCREC Broker Name: Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals. NCREC License Number: 298198
-This home allows up to 2 mature, well-trained dogs with an additional pet rent of $50.00 per pet per night plus tax. Pets other than dogs are not permitted. (Call for exceptions)
- This homeowner uses exterior security cameras to monitor the home and ensure it remains safe. One is on the upper left side of the garage next to the spotlight and the other is on the right side of the front door. Another faces the lower garage.
CANCELLATION POLICY - Bookings canceled are not entitled to a refund unless the reservation dates are rebooked to another guest. All bookings are subject to a $50 cancellation fee. fee.
NCREC Broker Name: Blue Ridge Mountain Rentals.
NCREC License Number: 29198
