Dougs Way is an architecturally unique cabin with a slower pace—what locals call “mountain time”—where you can settle into your favorite things: morning coffee on the deck, long soaks in the tub, cooking, reconnecting over a fire, being creative, reading, or simply relaxing. Just the right amount of space to spread out or tuck in. ⸻ 🛌 Sleeping    •   2 King bedrooms    •   1 Queen memory foam foldout    •   Pack ’n Play + toddler cot available ⸻ 🛁 Japanese Soaking Tub    •   Designed for deep, full-body immersion, it’s a unique experience    •   Mountain views from the bath    •   Walk-in shower, plush towels, and simple bath essentials ⸻ 👨‍🍳 Kitchen:    •   Well-equipped for real cooking with quality cookware    •   Stand mixer, blender, food processor, Instant Pot, and more    •   Coffee setup: burr grinder, French press, Moka pot, milk frother, on demand hot water, fresh Fair Trade beans and an assortment of teas    •   Pantry basics, herbs, and spices included ⸻ 🌿 Outdoor Spaces:    •   Private courtyard surrounded by mature forest    •   Hammock, lounge seating, and outdoor dining    •   Firepot for evenings outside    •   Long-range mountain views and the gentle sound of the Toe River below ⸻ 💻 Work + Creative Time:    •   Fast fiber internet with mesh network for even signal    •   Desk and workspace with a view    •   Quiet corners for writing, sketching, or catching up ⸻ 📍 Location:    •   ~10 minutes to Penland School of Craft    •   ~15 minutes to Spruce Pine & Bakersville    •   ~20 minutes to Burnsville    •   Close to waterfalls, trails, and scenic drives ⸻ 🌿 Flexible Booking Options (with full privacy): Choose the main floor or the entire home—either way, your group will be the only guests in the cabin and on the property. We never rent the floors separately, so you’ll always have full privacy. Main Floor (this listing): 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, living, kitchen, and dining—everything shown in these photos. Whole House: 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, additional den, second kitchen, and more space to spread out. Note: Some peak holiday dates are reserved for whole house bookings only. ⸻ About Dougs Way Minutes from Penland School of Craft—America’s oldest and largest craft school—the region is home to several distinctive cabins designed and built by woodworker/artist Doug Sigler and architect Robert Leverich, both well known in the Penland community. Their work reflects a restrained West Coast modern sensibility shaped by the materials and landscape of the North Carolina mountains, and informed by the craftsmanship long associated with fine craft. ⸻

Dougs Way is friendly, laid back, relaxing and original. Outlined below are house rules but also just some things that could be useful and make your stay more pleasant. TRAVEL BASKET To help save a trip to the store, we have travel-friendly items like shampoo, earplugs, bar soap, razors and the like in a “travel basket” located under the island near the fireplace. Feel free to take items if you need them. If you have any unopened items that you don’t want, feel free to add them to the mix. 3RD PARTY RENTALS - The person who made the reservation must be present for the duration of the stay. If that is a problem, please let us know and we will work with you to find a solution. REPORTING ISSUES AT CHECK-IN - We do a full turnover prior to your arrival. That said, it is not possible to inspect everything. Per Airbnb Terms of Service please let us know as soon as possible after arrival should anything not meet expectations or if something breaks. We will get right on whatever the trouble is so you can relax and have a great time! SEPTIC - Avoid setting off the septic alarm. Please make all guests aware that flushing “flushable wipes”, feminine hygiene products, Q-tips, baby wipes, diapers, and the like. For the same reason, please do not put fibrous things or coffee grounds down the garbage disposal. SHOES - Please remove shoes when inside. The floors can be slick. Gripper socks or house shoes are recommended. SMOKING & VAPING, CANDLES & INCENSE - No smoking or vaping inside the house. Due to insurance restriction no lighting of incense and candles. CARE OUTDOORS - Please be careful when hiking. Some areas are steep. DO NOT USE: Confetti, tape, popped balloons, water balloons, or glitter anywhere on or in the property. HOW WE ARE KID FRIENDLY: - We have BPA-Free plastic dinnerware, cutlery and sippy cups. - Though not installed, we also provide outlet covers for guests to place where needed. - -- We have a high chair, Pack and Play/playpen, and 3 gates that can be put where needed. - The door to the downstairs has an auto closure to help keep kids safe and our courtyard is gated. - There are lots of woods to explore and places to play in the yard. WHAT MIGHT NOT WORK FOR SOME KIDS: - The cabin has a sunken living room with 2 short steps and a double-sided fireplace that is almost impossible to put guards around. If you have children in your group please do not build fires in the fireplace. - We offer a Pack and Play so you can create a safe zone for small children using it as a playpen. - Our cabinets do not have child safety locks on them. Cleaning supplies and trash may be stored in these cabinets. - Though we work to minimize this, some cords and corners could be exposed. - We also have two large pieces of artwork made of steel. One is located in the dining room and the other is in the yoga room/bedroom downstairs. They are securely attached to the wall but could come off if hit with a lot of force. CHILD SAFETY - Please do not allow children to jump on the beds. - Please supervise your children in the woods and around the house. GRILL & FIREPLACE: - Wood and charcoal are not provided but are readily available at area markets and grocery stores. - Do not put anything in the fireplace other than twigs, seasoned wood, fire starter briquettes, and/or paper. No trash, please! - Please only lighter fluid to start the grill. No gasoline, alcohol or other combustibles. - Fire extinguishers and water hoses are available for you to use in emergencies. FIREPOT: - Do not build fires on windy days or when there is a “burn ban”. - Please build fires in designated areas only. Building a fire outside of the fire pot or moving the fire pot away from its designated area is dangerous and will incur a $100 maintenance and safety fee. - Do not burn anything other than wood, paper, and fire briquettes. - Make sure the fire is dead out before leaving unattended. - Do not dump coals and ash in the woods. Please use the ash bucket provided. PETS: - Pets are not allowed on the property at any time. Bringing a pet to the property will incur a $200 pet fee per animal for extra cleaning and could result in immediate eviction. TRIP INSURANCE - We recommend guests obtain cancelation/trip insurance. COMMERCIAL USE: This property is not to be used for commercial purposes without prior approval. Fees may apply. GATHERINGS & NOISE: Sounds travels in the mountains, so please keep things down 8pm to 8am. Thanks! FIREARMS Firearms, including BB Guns, are allowed with prior permission. However, they cannot be shot on the property. FIREWORKS Due to liability, fireworks are not allowed on the premises. GARBAGE & THE GARAGE - Guests may use the garage door openers located on the kitchen island to access the garage. Please remember to leave them when you checkout. The garbage cans are stored in the garage to keep animals out. For this reason please be sure to keep the doors to the garage closed. All trash and all recycling must be in the correct bags for pickup. Recycling is in clear/white. Trash cans in the garage must be lined with black bags. All trash and recycling must be bagged or it will not be picked up. Trash pickup is usually on Thursdays between 6 AM and 8 PM (bad weather and holidays being the exception). Please have all of your trash and recycling out by Thursday morning. We will send you a text reminder. Our company is full service and they have their own access, so cans do not need to be moved and the garage door can remain closed. WHAT IS THE ROAD LIKE? IS 4-WHEEL DRIVE NECESSARY? 4-Wheel/All Wheel drive is generally not necessary, but is highly recommended in winter. We visited the region for years in a Honda sedan without issue. Rear wheel drive vehicles with really low ground clearance (like some hatchbacks and mini-vans), as well as light vehicles (Prius and small 2-wheel drive trucks), are not ideal and take the most experience to drive in the mountains of NC. The way to the cabin is almost entirely on paved roads. The last 1-2 minutes is on a gravel road with one steep spot just before you turn onto our lane which is flat. In winter 4WD is recommended for the mountains in general in case there is snow or ice. PHONE SERVICE: Verizon is the primary mobile carrier for the area. Other mobile users are encouraged to check their carrier's coverage in the region. LANDSCAPERS: According to season, staff may come onto the property to mow and tend to landscaping. Out of necessity this may occur while the property is occupied and without notice. (Though we do try to make guests aware.) TV HOUSE ACCOUNTS Guests are welcome to use the house accounts for Netflix, Amazon Prime, and Hulu Live TV Plus. Please do not log out of these house accounts. If you would like to use other apps though feel free to use your own login, but please remember to delete it from the system before you leave. Please Do Not Use: Glitter, confetti, plastic beads, plastic rose petals, tape on the walls, nails, hair dye… things of this nature, as extra cleaning charges may apply Guests are required to complete the pre-arrival form and sign & agree to our rental conditions, which will be sent in an email shortly after booking. For stays longer than 2 weeks an additional cleaning fee may be required.

Mountain towns often keep their magic tucked away—hidden waterfalls, small well-curated galleries, backroad orchards, and starlit overlooks you won’t find on a billboard. Staying at Doug’s Way puts you in the heart of it all, and our interactive guidebook turns your trip into a treasure hunt, leading you to the region’s best-kept secrets. Arts & Culture + The area is best known for creativity & the outdoors. With Penland School of Craft, America’s oldest and largest craft school, and a vibrant creative community or artists located throughout Western North Carolina you can explore small, well-curated galleries, shop directly with artists in their home studios, and browse unique shops featuring gems and minerals of all kinds. Drop-in for a self guided tour of Penland’s campus or visit their world class gallery and museum. Spruce Pine is also the home of the National Mineral Museum and historic Dellinger’s Grist Mill (1867). Outdoor Adventures + Hike breathtaking trails at Roan Mountain, Linville Falls, Crabtree Falls, and Mount Mitchell. Drive the Blue Ridge Parkway for endless views and picnic spots. Drive the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway. Paddle or float down the Toe River, cast a line in clear mountain streams, play a round at scenic mountain golf courses, or explore Lake James and Brad Ragan Park. For more thrills, try zip lines through the treetops or cool off tubing on a lazy river. In winter, ski or snowboard at Sugar Mountain, Beech Mountain, or Hatley Pointe — each a fun day trip away! Food & Drink + Enjoy locally owned restaurants and cozy cafés in Spruce Pine, Burnsville & Little Switzerland, sip wine at hillside vineyards, sample craft beer at mountain breweries, or pick heritage apples and traditional options at the Orchard at Alta Pass, also known for their live music, museum and gift shop! Unique Experiences + Go rock & gem hunting at local mines, visit colorful butterfly gardens, stargaze at the Mayland Earth to Sky Park, or enjoy family fun at seasonal festivals and art fairs. Whether your day ends with a mountain sunset, a glass of wine, or the Milky Way overhead, Doug’s Way is the perfect base for your Blue Ridge adventure. _____ HELENE Hurricane Helene did have an effect on the area. However, we are largely back to normal. Area roads and the roads to the cabin are repaired. Restaurants, most attractions and most businesses have reopened and are operating like normal. WHAT IS THE ROAD LIKE? IS 4-WHEEL DRIVE NECESSARY? 4-Wheel/All Wheel drive is not necessary. We visited the region for years in a Honda sedan without issue. Rear wheel drive vehicles with really low ground clearance (like some hatchbacks and mini-vans), as well as light vehicles (Prius and small 2-wheel drive trucks), are not ideal and take the most experience to drive in the mountains of NC. The way to the cabin is almost entirely on paved roads. The last 1-2 minutes is on a gravel road with one steep spot just before you turn onto our lane which is flat. FALL FOLIAGE: Typically fall foliage begins October 1 and, barring an early frost, ends the first week of November. It usually peaks around the 20th through late October. PHONE SERVICE: Verizon is the primary mobile carrier for the area. Other mobile users are encouraged to check their carrier's coverage in the region. For added peace of mind, we also offer a house phone can be used to make calls to locations in the continental US for free. The phone is registered with E911 service. Prior to your stay, we require you to complete a pre-arrival form and sign & agree to our rental conditions. THINGS TO DO When you register you will be sent a guidebook with all sorts of thing to do! Here are some highlights: - Hike Linville Falls, Crabtree Falls, Roan Mountain, and Mt Mitchell - Go on Studio Tours (pottery, glass, basketry, metal, fibers and more!) - Take a class at Penland School of Crafts, America’s oldest and largest craft school - Tour Penland’s beautiful campus - Visit the Mayland Earth to Sky Park and see some of the best stargazing in the Blue Ridge - Eat at farm to table restaurants that celebrate local ingredients! - Go rock hounding - Visit the National Mineral Museum - Drive the Blue Ridge Parkway! - Play at Springmaid Mountain - Ski at Sugar Mountain, Beech Mountain and Wolf Laurel - Swim at Brad Ragan Park or Lake James - Picnic at Riverside Park - Go Floating: Kayak, Tubing, Canoeing, WW rafting (bring your own or rent) - Swimming, Biking, Zip Lines, Horseback Riding - Fishing - Rock Climbing & Hiking - Farm Tours, Farmers Markets & Agri-tourism of all kinds - U-Pick Fruit - including heritage apples native to the area at Alta Pass Orchard - Shopping & Antiquing - Visit Wineries & Craft Breweries - Shop for Fine Craft, Visit Artist Studios & Galleries - See TRAC Studio Map for details - Tour historic Dellingers Grist Mill dating back to 1867