Cottage in Watauga, NC
2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Great price for your budgetOne of the lowest cost properties in the area
About this cottage rental
Nestled atop a picturesque mountain crest just 2.5 miles from Newland, NC, Inn a Nutshell is a charming tiny home that promises a serene escape. Ideal for individuals or couples seeking a romantic retreat, this cozy abode boasts a beautifully appointed interior. The spacious bedroom features a comfortable desk and a cozy gas fireplace, perfect for unwinding. Outside, guests can enjoy a delightful fire-pit and convenient 30A and sewer hookup for RVs, making it a versatile and inviting haven.
Escape to Inn a Nutshell, nestled at a refreshing 4,660' elevation, just north of Newland, NC. Accessible via the scenic Hickory Nut Gap Road, this tranquil retreat offers a cool respite from the summer heat. The gravel drive is navigable by any vehicle in summer, and four wheel drive or all-wheel drive in winter. Conveniently located, it's only 2.5 miles from Newland, 6 miles from Banner Elk, 9 miles from Sugar Mountain, and 12 miles from Beech Mountain.
Access is self checkin with door code provided 3 days prior to arrival.
Our virtual guidebook/manual will be sent to you 4 days prior to your check-in date.
There is a security camera at the exterior of the front door that is only accessed if a problem occurs.
Small but well appointed kitchen with full size refrigerator, table for 2-3, nice bathroom with shower, & large bedroom that includes desk, seating area for two, gas fireplace, & full size bed.
We provide both drip and pod-style coffee makers. Ground coffee is supplied: however, guest are encouraged to bring their own pods if preferred.
Due to a significant increase in booking volume and the detailed cleaning process our team follow, we require the full turnover window. As a result, early check-in and late check-out are not available.
The cottage is located 2.5 miles north of Newland, NC resting on a beautiful ridge surrounded by wooded forest.
We're happy to be a pet-friendly space and welcome your four-legged companions! For your convenience, a dispenser with doggie bags is provided. We kindly ask that you use them and clean up after your pets to help us keep the property enjoyable for all guests.
Escape to Inn a Nutshell, nestled at a refreshing 4,660' elevation, just north of Newland, NC. Accessible via the scenic Hickory Nut Gap Road, this tranquil retreat offers a cool respite from the summer heat. The gravel drive is navigable by any vehicle in summer, and four wheel drive or all-wheel drive in winter. Conveniently located, it's only 2.5 miles from Newland, 6 miles from Banner Elk, 9 miles from Sugar Mountain, and 12 miles from Beech Mountain.
Access is self checkin with door code provided 3 days prior to arrival.
Our virtual guidebook/manual will be sent to you 4 days prior to your check-in date.
There is a security camera at the exterior of the front door that is only accessed if a problem occurs.
Small but well appointed kitchen with full size refrigerator, table for 2-3, nice bathroom with shower, & large bedroom that includes desk, seating area for two, gas fireplace, & full size bed.
We provide both drip and pod-style coffee makers. Ground coffee is supplied: however, guest are encouraged to bring their own pods if preferred.
Due to a significant increase in booking volume and the detailed cleaning process our team follow, we require the full turnover window. As a result, early check-in and late check-out are not available.
The cottage is located 2.5 miles north of Newland, NC resting on a beautiful ridge surrounded by wooded forest.
We're happy to be a pet-friendly space and welcome your four-legged companions! For your convenience, a dispenser with doggie bags is provided. We kindly ask that you use them and clean up after your pets to help us keep the property enjoyable for all guests.
Amenities at Inn a Nutshell at Linville!
Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Watauga, NC
Ratings and reviews
8.0 / 10.0Excellent·Oct 2025
We loved the most was the location. While its remoteness and steep, winding road are not for everyone, we were delighted to find a place where our dog could have some freedom. We loved the fire pit at night and the cottage decor and amenities. What we didn’t like was the full sized bed instead of the queen as advertised and the worn out mattress. Also in my mind, it was not a one bedroom cottage because the bedroom was the living room and vice versa. And there was not a door on it so I couldn’t make coffee in the kitchen without waking my husband. We still had a great time!
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Oct 2025
The cottage was adorable and in a lovely private location close to town. It was a beautiful drive up the mountain from Newland but also close enough that if we forgot something we could run back to town quickly. We enjoyed the feeling of being surrounded by trees but still being able to see the mountains in the distance. The kitchen table and desk areas were very helpful for finishing a couple of art projects the night before our wedding!
10.0 / 10.0Outstanding·Dec 2024
Stayed for several weeks and ended up extending our stay at this rental. The cottage wasnt far from town and had an amazing view of the mountains. It was the perfect tiny house stay! The host answered all of our questions quickly and had great communication with us while we stayed. I would highly recommend booking the cottage or with this host.
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Top rated by guests
9.0Outstanding
(5 Ratings)
"The cottage was adorable and in a lovely private location close to town. It was a beautiful drive up the mountain from Newland but also close enough that if we forgot something we could run back to to..."
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