140 Manor View Lane , #1

Description

High on a ridge within Chetola Resort, adjacent to Bass Lake in Cone National Park, is a charming, petite retreat. Away from the hubbub, the Cascades is a private, secluded two-building complex tucked away on Manor View Lane. Number one is a ground-level, end unit and is the perfect getaway. From the parking lot, it is a short distance down to the front entrance. This open-plan, two-bedroom, two-bath condominium is partially furnished. It is well-designed, separating public from private spaces. When entering the foyer, you overlook the great room with its soaring stone fireplace, custom bookcases, wooden floors and glass window wall with sliding glass doors opening to the views beyond. Adjacent is an open-air covered porch with a ramp and a gate at the end. It opens to grassy common areas in which children and dogs can romp and play. For Cascade residents and guests, there are a grill, picnic table and benches. Back inside the great room, imagine yourself snuggled on the luxurious sectional sofa in front of a cozy fire when snow is swirling outside. Or see yourself in spring, summer and fall enjoying the mountain air and views on the covered porch. To the right of the sitting area is a sunroom for reading, relaxing or hobbies. Just beyond is a special nook that can be used as a mini-office or bar. Off the great room is the primary bedroom. a private space, with a three-bay window, new carpet, a walk-in closet and a linen closet at the entrance. Adjoining is an updated bath with a double sink, granite counters and walk-in tile shower. A special feature is another walk-in closet/dressing room with an opaque sliding glass door. At the foyer level and to your right is a generous dining area with a three-bay window that fills the space with natural light. Adjacent is an updated kitchen with granite counters and backsplash and a pantry with deep pull-out shelves. Stainless appliances allow one to produce a snack or a feast. Across the foyer is a guest bedroom with a large window and closet. In the hall is a full bath with tub/shower and a linen closet. Across the hall is a washer/dryer behind doors. This petite retreat has everything you need to enjoy a wonderful vacation or to live there full-time. Chetola is one of the south's premier mountain resort destinations. It offers many amenities. The distinguishing feature of the resort is a large pond on which feisty swans swim, dive and honk. There are paddle boats and kayaks. The path around the pond is a popular place to stroll. In addition, there are numerous hiking trails. The Clubhouse has an indoor swimming pool and spa with a fitness room, massage, beauty treatments, yoga and other activities. Club membership affords access to tennis and pickleball court plus access to the Blue Ridge Mountain Club skeet shooting range. Visit www.chetola.com for specific information. Just a few blocks away, you can partake of the many pleasures of the Village of Blowing Rock. considered one of the south's premier destinations. There are shopping, restaurants, museums, churches and a park with a kids' playground and pickleball courts. Less than a mile away is Bass Lake in Cone National Park with fishing and hiking trails and the entrance to the Blue Ridge Parkway with Cone Manor and Price National Park with a lake, trails and camping. Within 5 minutes is Appalachian Ski Mountain with skiing and snowboarding. All of these pleasures within minutes from your Chetola condominium.