Castaway Cabin - Ennice
Your Own Private Mountain Lodge | Castaway Cabin | Hot Tub & Huge Game Room
A destination vacation where you arrive and never want to leave (even though the High Country is chock full of things to do). Add a fire pit, hot tub, plenty of outdoor recreation and indoor entertainment, six acres of private land to explore, and a stocked fishing pond, and you get a cabin that meets the entire family’s vacay checklist.
Indoor Spaces
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Sleeping arrangements: This cabin sleeps 8, so you can bring the whole family. The primary bedroom on the main level features a king bed and an en suite bathroom with a jetted whirlpool tub. From the primary bedroom, you also have direct access to one of the balconies. A second bedroom resides on the upper level with another king bed, a TV, and access to a private balcony. Also on the upper level is a loft-style sleeping area with a queen bed, a bunk bed, and a TV.
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Main level: Experience the comfort of a private mountain lodge, with dramatic vaulted wood ceilings and a towering stone fireplace (gas-fueled, for your convenience). An open-concept kitchen is separated from the cozy great room by a bar-style peninsula, making the main level perfect for sharing a drink and spending time together. After dinner or a day out on the town, curl up in front of the large flatscreen TV on the comfortable couch and love seat.
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Upper level: Upstairs is for rest and relaxation. The spaciousness of the main level is accented by a two-story opening to the loft, where your friends and kids can enjoy their own space and privacy.
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Lower level: The upper levels are your second home, but the lower level is where the true magic happens. Venture down to find an enormous recreation and game room, complete with board games, darts, a pool table, bar seating, yet another TV, and a small fireplace. But wait, there’s more! Downstairs, you can also find iconic stand-up arcade games, like Pac-Man, and a foosball table.
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Castaway Cabin comes with WiFi, AC, and streaming-enabled TVs.
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All Stay Blue Ridge vacation rentals include a complimentary starter pack with soaps, one roll of toilet paper per bathroom, a roll of paper towels in the kitchen, dishwasher pods, and trash bags.
Outdoor Spaces
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Decks, decks, and more decks—this cabin has multiple private balconies and shared patios that overlook the nearby pond and surrounding forest scenery.
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Walk straight out from the lower level to a covered patio, where you’ll find the sparkling hot tub, a gas grill, and an outdoor table for dining al fresco.
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After dark, gather around the fire pit for late-night conversations, roasted marshmallows, and stunning views of the stars you can’t find in the city.
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The fishing pond is open to guests and stocked with Blue Gill, Bass, and Crappie varieties. With six acres to explore, you can spend your days adventuring and fishing in your own private oasis.
Local Surroundings
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While you’re here, you’ll have no shortage of outdoor adventure. Castaway Cabin is located in Ennice, putting you within a short drive of some of the best state parks and natural areas in the region. Less than 30 minutes away is Stone Mountain State Park, where you can hike on scenic trails and chase waterfalls. Even closer is the first Blue Ridge Parkway access point in North Carolina and the historic Cumberland Knob, where construction of the parkway first began back in the 1930s. The parkway is beautiful year-round, but it transforms into an especially breathtaking landscape in the fall, when the leaves turn.
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From Castaway, you are 10 minutes away from trout fishing at Little River, or 20 minutes away from the New River, a recreational waterway that is beginner-friendly for paddlers of all experience levels. Bring your own boats and tubes, or travel out to one of the local outfitters (most within an hour’s drive) to rent equipment and take a float in the sun.
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Go for a 20-minute drive and you’ll end up in the small town of Sparta, flush with unique shops, restaurants, live music, and that classic southern charm the High Country is known for. Check out the popular Becca’s Backwoods Bean Coffee Shop, the Main Street Pizzeria & Taphouse, and the Italian-American fusion food at Crave. When you’re ready for some tunes, head over to the Muddy Creek Café and Music Hall. Want a taste of traditional mountain music? Alleghany Jubilee is the place to be. This historic theater and dance hall in Sparta is open on Monday, Tuesday, and Saturday evenings.
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West Jefferson is a bit of a drive, about an hour away, but well worth the journey. Here, you can find even more picturesque mountain views at Mount Jefferson State Natural Area before heading into downtown for a bite to eat and a sampling of some of the High Country’s best local brews.
Important Notes
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Pet Policy: Dogs Welcome! Two-dog limit. Must be leash and crate trained, two years or older, and 45lbs or less. $50 per pet, nonrefundable.
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Access: Castaway Cabin is considered easy access with plenty of parking space. However, we always recommend 4WD/AWD when traveling in winter.
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Security Disclaimers: Exterior cameras keep an eye on road conditions and wildlife when guests are not present.
Why Stay Blue Ridge?
Looking for your perfect mountain getaway? You’re in the right place.
At Stay Blue Ridge, we’ve hand-picked 80+ vacation rentals across West Jefferson, Sparta, Boone, and the surrounding High Country. Each one is chosen for its charm, comfort, and “yep, this is the one” vibe. We’re locals who live and breathe these Blue Ridge views, so we know all the best spots, hidden hikes, jaw-dropping overlooks, and local restaurants that will leave your mouth watering. We curate our rental experiences with a focus on personality, quality, and a little mountain magic.
Book with Stay Blue Ridge, and you’ll gain more than just a clean place to stay (though, yes, we’re obsessive about that, too). You’ll get a team that’s committed to making your trip unforgettable, from your first click to your final checkout.
Fair warning: you might start planning your next trip before this one’s even over.
We can’t wait to host you.
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Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Bed Linens
- Dryer
- Essentials
- Extra Pillows And Blankets
- Fireplace
- Game Room
- Hair Dryer
- Hangers
- Heating
- Internet
- Internet Access
- Iron
- Linens
- Living Room
- Lock Box
- Parking
- Parking space
- Private Entrance
- Self Check-In
- Towels
- Washer
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Car
- Necessary
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Cleanliness
- All towels and bedding washed in hot water that's at least 60ºC
- Cleaning Disinfection
- Enhanced Cleaning Practices
- High-touch surfaces cleaned with disinfectant
- Self Check In / Check Out
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Emergency
- Emergency Fire Contact
- Emergency Medical Contact
- Emergency Police Contact
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Location Types
- Lake Access
- Lake Front
- Lake View
- Mountain
- Water View
- Waterfront
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Outdoor
- Deck Patio Uncovered
- Fire Pit
- Garden Or Backyard
- Grill
- Patio Or Balcony
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Safety Features
- Carbon Monoxide Detector
- Deadbolt Lock
- Fire Extinguisher
- First Aid Kit
- Outdoor Lighting
- Smoke Detector
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Sports and Adventure
- Fishing
- Fishing Freshwater
- Hiking
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Website Amenities
- 2-K, 1-Q, 2-Twin
- Central Air Conditioning
- Dogs Allowed
- Fire Pit
- Fireplace
- Game Room
- Gas Grill
- Hot Tub
- Internet
- King Bed
- Linens, Pillows, Blankets, Towels & Toilet Paper
- No Firewood Provided
- Outdoor Dining
- Regular Drip Coffee Maker
- Streaming Only
- Washer/Dryer
- Waterfront
This is an amazing place to spend time enjoying the outdoors, the house is great as well. We had 4 kids with us that had a blast! There was some minor issues with the automatic ice-maker (which i decided to fix myself...your welcome) and the hot-tub was not usable due to excessive chlorine. Don't let this deter you, this place is amazing!
-----------Thanks so much for the awesome review! 😊 We’re thrilled your crew had a blast at Castaway—and big thanks for the ice-maker fix. Sorry about the hot tub hiccup; we’ll get that sorted right away. Can’t wait to have you back for more outdoor fun!- Josh , Posted: 03/25/2026
Yes we really loved it we had a Wonderful time there ,It's a beautiful relaxing time there hope to stay longer next time .Thankyou so much. 🙂💕
----------------This makes us happy to hear!! We’re so glad you had a wonderful time at the Castaway Cabin! 💕 Can’t wait to welcome you back for an even longer, more relaxing stay next time! 🙂- John , Posted: 03/03/2026
Beautiful cabin, beautiful landscape, peaceful location 10/10
---“10/10 reviews make our day! Hope to host you again soon.”- Courtney , Posted: 01/09/2026
Took my kids to the cabin for there birthdays & they loved it. Beautiful place & peaceful as hell. Loved the wood work in the cabin, just Beautiful, would recommend to anyone 💯
-----------We love hearing that you celebrated your kids’ birthdays in the cabin — what a perfect mountain getaway! 🎉🎂 Sounds like they had an awesome time, and we’re so glad you all enjoyed the peaceful vibes (and that beautiful woodwork — it really does steal the show, doesn’t it? 🌲). Thank you so much for the kind words and recommendation 💯 — we’ll be ready to welcome you back for the next celebration or just another dose of mountain calm! 💙- Salvador , Posted: 10/25/2025
Our stay was amazing! The house was very spacious, on a beautiful quiet property. Loved the game room, hot tub, and personal balcony’s. The kitchen had any and all equipment needed to cook there. Dishes, cups, pots and pans, cooking utensils, even things you wouldn’t have thought to bring, wine opener, pancake griddle, toaster. We cooked every night the whole week, and had everything we needed to do so. If you did need something from the store, dollar general is under 10 minutes away, and Walmart is 25 minutes. We also love that you totally cater to our furry 4 legged family members. Food/water bowls, dog beds and even a jar in biscuits in the kitchen. The views in the area are awesome too. Literally 10-15 minutes from the Blue Ridge Scenic Parkway. We spent half a day on it and didn’t come close to traveling the whole 500 miles of beautiful scenery, hiking trails and winding roads. We’ll definitely be back here again!
--Wow — thank you for such a wonderful review! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the space, the amenities, and that your furry family members felt right at home too. It sounds like you made the most of the beautiful area! We can’t wait to welcome you back for another stay.- Donna , Posted: 10/04/2025
Your assistance with all our questions was prompt and answered everything. Looking forward to next trip.- Roger , Posted: 07/08/2025
Anytime I had a question about the property, you returned my call quickly! Very responsive!! Thanks for a great trip!!- Tracie , Posted: 10/27/2024
My family and I have rented and stayed at many different cabins and we all agree the “Castaway” was by far the best! We are a recluse family and after busy days doing touristy things, the cabin truly recharged our batteries. The online pictures of the property do not reflect how awesome the cabin is. All the home-like charm and the little extras was a great surprise to us. This is the first time where I actually wanted to cook while on vacation 😁just so my family could have more time fishing, playing games and soaking in the hot tub.- Larry , Posted: 07/13/2024
Absolutely beautiful place. Wish the weather would have been better but the game room was a great place to spend time when it was raining. The cabin had everything we needed and was within 30 miles of everything we wanted to do. We would definitely visit again.- Teresa , Posted: 05/31/2024
Everything was absolutely perfect with this property. It was equipped with everything you may want or need and there was so much to do to have a great time without ever leaving the property. Excited to visit again- Tiffany , Posted: 05/20/2024
Always love staying at this cabin! Great condition, perfect setting, and the fish were biting!!!- Ryan , Posted: 04/14/2024
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this cabin. It was the nicest cabin our family has ever stayed at over the years. We rank this cabin as a 10/10 and will certainly share with our friends and be back!- Richard and Laura , Posted: 01/28/2024
The cabin was clean, comfy and beautiful! Our kids loved the game room and we enjoyed relaxing and having family time! If only we had luck catching fish in the pond!- Angie , Posted: 10/11/2023
The cabin was clean, comfy and beautiful! Our kids loved the game room and we enjoyed relaxing and having family time!- Angie , Posted: 10/11/2023
Had a wonderful time at Castaway!! Beautiful home, well kept and we did not need a thing but food. Each time I reached out to Stay Blue Ridge I got an answer immediately. Beautiful countryside and such a short trip to the Blue Ridge Parkway!- Nancy , Posted: 09/16/2023
Everything about this rental was above and beyond!- Kristy , Posted: 08/29/2023
The cabin was wonderful roomy clean and kitchen was outfitted perfectly. I totally recommend this cabin. 10 out of 10- Kimberly , Posted: 11/14/2022
Beautiful, spacious house and awesome property. I will definitely have to keep my eyes peeled for the availability of this property in the future- Adam , Posted: 10/07/2022
Thoroughly enjoyable cabin. Plenty of things to do on the property. Trophy bass pond. Close to Blue Ridge Parkway and Mt. Airy. Dollar General within 5 mins. Hope to visit again.
--Thank you for the rave review. We look forward to hosting you again soon!- Derrick , Posted: 08/22/2022
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Impressed by the details of the house...well maintained and clean. The owner provided special "extras" to make the stay enjoyable down to the treats and bed for my dog. My family would highly recommend this rental!- Tabatha S from LOUISA - VA, Posted:
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