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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 51350 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

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You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Serenity Now (formerly Bennett's Bungalow) - Family and pet friendly, hot tub, f

Serenity Now – Formerly Bennett’s Bungalow – Upfitted and Better Than Ever!

Welcome to Serenity Now, a unique and cozy mountain retreat nestled in the private woods just above the picturesque Meadow at Leatherwood Mountains. Under new ownership and upfitted to the MAX, this thoughtfully furnished cabin offers the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern comfort.

Inside, you’ll find 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, an open loft-style sleeping area/ office, lightning fast WiFi and plenty of space for your group. A fun kids’ loft nook gives little ones their own hideaway, and a Pack & Play is included for your youngest guests. One upstairs bedroom even has its own private deck overlooking the horse paddock, the perfect perch for morning coffee or peaceful sunsets.

The living area features a cozy woodstove, 2 leather recliners and you’ll love starting your mornings at the deluxe coffee and tea bar. There’s even a built in dog kennel for your 4 legged family! Entertainment is covered with 4 smart TVs throughout the cabin.

Step outside to enjoy:
• A brand-new hot tub
• Covered and screened-in oversized porch
• Gas grill for easy cookouts
• Fire pit for evenings under the stars
• Axe throwing game for fun with friends
• Viewing platform tucked in the woods, overlooking the peaceful mountain meadow

The vast Leatherwood trail system is just steps from your door, ideal for hiking or riding. Horses and dogs are welcome ($75 per pet and $25 per horse per night), and the on-site 2-stall barn with turn-out paddock makes Serenity Now a dream for equestrians.

Whether you’re watching horses pass through the meadow, soaking in the hot tub, or roasting marshmallows by the fire pit, Serenity Now is your perfect escape into the peace and beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Guests traveling with trailers or other long vehicles should be aware that the roads inside Leatherwood are narrow, steep, mountain roads that are not conducive to vehicles or trailers longer than a two horse bumper pull trailer or a goose neck trailer less than 20 feet long. Leatherwood is not responsible for any resulting damage.
Serenity Now is located on a narrow, one way road. There is sufficient room for a 2 horse trailer, but nothing longer. Ride directly from this great new rental property onto the Leatherwood Mountains trail system and return to the onsite 2 stall barn.

• NEW Hot Tub!
• Smart TV
• Wood Burning Fireplace
• Outdoor Propane Firepit
• New safety railing
• New Coffee bar
• Recreation activities available
• New linens and decor
• Indoor dog kennel
• Gas Grill
• Multiple Decks and Screened in Porch
• Washer, Dryer
• No Smoking
• Air Conditioned
• Dishwasher
• Pet Friendly For $75 Fee per pet
• Plastic Axe Throwing Game
• Wifi - Lighting Fast Fiber Optic Cable Internet
• Horse Friendly For Extra $25 per horse, per night. 2 stall barn with muck tubs and buckets.
• There is space for 4 horses in paddock or you can keep 2 horses in stalls, 2 in paddock, and switch out
• Located in Gated Resort Community
• 30 minute drive to Boone and Blowing Rock

Owner’s note on bringing horses to Serenity Now:

Serenity Now accommodates up to four horses with flexible options:
• Use the paddock for all four horses, or split between two in stalls and two in the paddock (rotation allowed).
• Please handle all horse unloading and setup during daylight hours.
• Please handle all horse unloading at top of driveway and trailer parking area, do not pull trailer down the rest of the drive way.

Trailer Access Options:
• Option 1: Two bumper-pull trailers with two horses each — use Holleridge Road, unload at the top of the driveway, and walk horses 100 ft to the barn. One trailer parks at the driveway entrance, the other at your designated area.
• Option 2: One trailer with four horses — stop at the Meadow/Holleridge intersection, walk horses up to the barn, make a three-point turn, and park at your trailer area.
• Option 3: Park at Leatherwood’s main barn and ride 1.5 miles up to the cabin.
• Option 4: Keep two horses at the cabin and board the other two at the main barn at Leatherwood Mountains Equine Facility, a level one-mile ride away.


This home is located in the 4000 acre, Leatherwood Mountain Resort in Ferguson, NC. Our guests are invited to enjoy our Horseback Riding program where you can experience the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains pristine wilderness by Horseback (reservation required). You will have access to miles of hiking trails, mountain streams, stocked fishing pond, community swimming pool, play ground and tennis courts, creek tubing (seasonal), on-site restaurant with active live music & event calendar (guest advised to check hours when planning meals).

Leatherwood Mountains has surveillance or recording devices on the property. Our neighborhood is very safe and our property very secluded. For added peace of mind, we have security cameras by the gated entrance and common areas. Individual properties may also have cameras on the EXTERIOR of homes. Please be assured they are not directed at private areas, hot tub porches etc.

VERBAL CONFIRMATION VIA TELEPHONE IS REQUIRED TO GUARANTEE ON-LINE RESERVATIONS MADE WITHIN 24 HOURS OF ARRIVAL

Property manager

Abbie Hanchey

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,350 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

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About the area

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Ferguson, NC

What's nearby

  • Tweetsie Railroad - 32 min drive - 27.0 km
  • Appalachian Ski Mtn. - 33 min drive - 27.0 km
  • The Blowing Rock - 34 min drive - 30.3 km
  • Appalachian State University - 37 min drive - 31.6 km
  • Kidd Brewer Stadium - 38 min drive - 31.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Lookout Grill - ‬25 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Mercantile Company and Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Saddlebrook Restaurant - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Leatherwood Mountains-Restaurant - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Blue Ridge Diner's - ‬31 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serenity Now (formerly Bennett's Bungalow) - Family and pet friendly, hot tub, f pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Serenity Now (formerly Bennett's Bungalow) - Family and pet friendly, hot tub, f?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serenity Now (formerly Bennett's Bungalow) - Family and pet friendly, hot tub, f?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Serenity Now (formerly Bennett's Bungalow) - Family and pet friendly, hot tub, f located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly cabin is within 20 mi (32 km) of Yadkin Valley Community Park, Tweetsie Railroad, and Boomer Park. Smitheys Creek Public Use Area and The Blowing Rock are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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Serenity Now (formerly Bennett's Bungalow) - Family and pet friendly, hot tub, f Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 3 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

bridget s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday Getaway!

Cabin was clean & had everything we needed! We loved the fireplace & hot tub! The cabin being pet friendly was such a plus! Our dogs really enjoyed the stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peace and quiet in the woods

We loved staying here! The cabin is beautiful and cozy; loved the morning sunlight coming into the living room! We loved the wood burning stove and firewood is provided. The view from the screened-in porch is so pretty, and you can hear creek below. It was very quiet and peaceful, yet you can drive about 12 minutes down to the visitor's center for things to do. Schedule any pony rides or trail rides in advance of your trip as they book very quickly - we missed this! We walked through the horse barns (horses were out on trails or the pasture during the day) and our daughter loved petting the barn cats. You can drive to the Daniel Boone Trail-head on the property and hike - it is a pretty hike through the forest (also a horse riding trail). You can get a map from the visitor center. Consider bringing your flip flops for walking down to the lower deck for the hot tub. At the time of our stay, they did provide nice beach towels to use! I also appreciate the heavy curtains in the bedrooms for sleeping in. :-) A few minor issues that we had, but would not deter us from staying again: Check the bed sheets when you arrive - one set was not washed. One of your check-out tasks is to take the sheets off of the beds you used, and this was not complete for one of ours. If you need a cutting board during your stay, maybe bring one, as I couldn't find one (even though pictured). Upstairs bathtub had soap scum (very easy to clean but yucky for my young daughter to take a bath), water is a little rusty in just the tub/shower, and the drain is slow. (The shower downstairs is good!) Cabin could use a deep clean for dust under beds/furniture, light fixtures, etc., otherwise everything else very clean! We really enjoyed our stay at Bennett's!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anila

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
The house was beautiful and packed with extra stuff that sometimes you forget to pack when you go on a trip we enjoyed our stay, the area was beautiful. The view was breathtaking. The only downside it was the signs on the road going up to the house. It was very easy to make a mistake and go on the wrong way up to the house and if a car was coming towards you, there was no way to back off because the road was so narrow. Also they should add more info about the road being so narrow if we had rented a cargo van like we wanted it would have been very difficult to drive on that narrow curved road to get to the house. Other than that, we enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024