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The Linville Gorge and Pisgah National Forrest are a rare gem for birders -- and Hinterlander has the perfect perch for your birding. Our outdoor patio is enormous with a clear view for miles. The windows of our great room reach from floor to ceiling for colder days where staying inside is best. Birding - At & Around Hinterlander There is so much to see and do in this corner of North Carolina, but we'd be amiss if we didn't remind you to stop, look, and listen. The mountains, streams, forest, and protected lands provide a diverse and beautiful array of winged creatures to see. There are many local resources and groups in the area that provide a calendar of events, maps for birding, migration route info, and more. Be sure to check the best locations & trails, lists of local sightings, and more. AllTrail's Top Birding Trails in Linville Gorge! Carolina Birding Club Birds of North Carolina Carolina Young Birders Learning Birding Hotspots Lists Blue Ridge Audubon Website blueridgeaudubon@gmail.com Asheville, NC 28814 High Country Audubon Society Website contactus@highcountryaudubon.org Boone, NC 28607 Audubon North Carolina Website Durham, NC 27701 NC Wildlife Resource Commission We don't want to brag ... well, maybe a little ... but Hinterlander offers several great spots for setting up binoculars, cameras, and whatever else you need in your perfect birdwatching perch. 1) Hinterlander's vast, open patio provides a spectacular birding HQ overlooking our slice of Pisgah and our border with the Linville Gorge. 2) The covered side deck (just to the left of the stone patio) provides a shadier spot that will offer protection from the sun & elements. 3) The wall of 2-story windows, skylights, and full glass doors, and oversized windows in Hinterlander's great room give you the ultimate inside luxury for birding. You can do it from the couch, next to the fireplace, and while still in your PJs if you like.

Hinterlander in North Cove, NC, is a mountain-home rental with patio/deck that encompasses the house, large windows that bring mountain views indoors for all season enjoyment, and modern luxuries. Cozy, peaceful, dog-friendly, accommodates 9 (6 adults comfortably), for family or just a couple. Your Mountain Getaway in Any Season Hinterlander, in North Cove, North Carolina, is the mountain escape you have been looking for. With a spacious patio/deck that encircles the house, glass doors, and a great room that offers floor-to-ceiling windows and skylights, Hinterlander invites the outside in allowing guests to enjoy the scenery in all seasons and weather. Located in Pisgah National Forest, Hinterlander was built on the western side of Linville Mountain and borders the Linville Gorge Wilderness. 1/25 Explore Accommodations in Detail This is an ideal location for nature lovers, trail explorers, and adventurous hikers as well as those who want to explore all the towns, vineyards, historical sights, and cultural events the region has to offer. Hinterlander is also perfect for homebodies. Our gated community offers a quiet, spacious, and peaceful setting away from the noise. You can find the perfect spot to enjoy a good book and mountain view -- or sit beside a roaring bonfire with the whole family and watch the stars. We invite you to explore our site and see how our home could be your perfect getaway spot. Hey, birders, follow me. The stone patio provides a Northern view to the top of Linville Mountain, an overlook of a seasonal waterfall and acres and acres of Pisgah National Forest, and a fire pit when the focus is on smores, drinks, and good company. We Are Dog Friendly! Meet Buck -- Hinterlander's Canine Host -- and see photos of some of the canine guests that have visited Hinterlander. Come meet Aspen & Moo, Buck's newest friends and Hinterlander's latest canine guests. Hinterlander Offers So Much ... Hinterlander is a 3-level, single-family home with modern finishes and cozy details. It can accommodate a family of 9 (sleeping up to 6 adults comfortably). It can also be the perfect private retreat for you and that someone special. This smoke-free, dog-friendly rental home is located within Linville Mountain Acres -- a private, gated community -- and provides a great room, living room, kitchen, bedrooms, downstairs den, and a vast yard and outdoor space. Encircled by deck/patio, everyone can find their favorite outdoor spot to sit and soak up the surroundings. Hinterlander's Great Room overlooks the enormous stone patio and fire pit with the western slopes and top of Linville Mountain serving as a dramatic backdrop. Six skylights, glass double doors, and side windows fill the space with light and views. Seasonal views include the back deck with a southwest view of the valley that stretches from Ashford NC toward Marion NC. And to the northeast, the Laurel Branch waterfall can be seen from the patio and great room when it is flowing. Hinterlander's private drive down to the main road. Take a Peek Inside The Southern view through the woods and to the valley below. Meet Our Neighbor The Linville Gorge Wilderness Area -- dubbed the "Grand Canyon of the East" -- borders Hinterlander property. This protected wilderness attracts visitors to walk, hike, explore, photograph, and record its beauty. Whether visitors travel by car along the top ridge of Linville Mountain to take in the gorge from the lookouts above, or they travel by foot down the trails or and through the gorge below, there is special view for everyone to find. These videos give you a glimpse of the local beauty around Hinterlander -- our cabin in the woods turned mountain retreat. We strongly encourage you to view these videos full screen.

Hinterlander's parking area is equipped with EVC and has room for 4 vehicles. Driveway & Parking Area

Hinterlander provides local emergency contacts, numbers, and information online and a more extensive section in the Welcome Book. First Aid & Emergencies First Aid Kit (Under Kitchen Sink) Police - 828-652-2235 Fire Station - 828-652-5201 NC Poison Control - 800-222-1222 Mission Hospital - 828-659-5000 430 Rankin Drive, Marion NC www.missionhealth.org Home Safety Carbon Monoxide Detector in kitchen S moke detector in kitchen and all sleeping areas Fire Extinguishers (Kitchen & Downstairs Den) Exterior Motion-sensing, Solar Lighting Deadbolt Locks First Aid Kit (Under Kitchen Sink) Wildfire Evacuation By Foot Map in Welcome Book

Hinterlander's patio is perfect in any season, day or night, to take in Linville Mountain and the beautiful views or the skies above. Patio & Fire Pit (see the seasons and weather change)

Hinterlander's downstairs den provides additional entertainment space or sleeping options. Den includes a convenient snack bar and mini fridge as well as a full bathroom and laundry. Downstairs Hinterlander's downstairs offers a quiet retreat from the rest of the house, with access to the lower deck and view of the back and both side yards. DEN - The smart TV in the den is ready for you to sign in using your streaming service ID and password, and the Murphy/cabinet bed is ready to fold out to a queen-size bed, offering more sleeping options for you. A mini fridge and snack area complete with Keurig is handy. BATH & LAUNDRY - The downstairs bathroom/laundry has a full-size tub and a full-size washer and dryer. Den (with Murphy bed) Bath/Laundry

The Linville Gorge Wilderness Area is located within Pisgah National Forest and borders the Hinterlander property.  Linville Gorge Wilderness Area The Linville Gorge Wilderness Area is located within Pisgah National Forest and borders the Hinterlander property. The gorge is formed by the Jonas Ridge on the east and Linville Mountain on the west and is bisected by the Linville River which drops 2,000 feet into the valleys below. The terrain is steep and rugged with numerous rock formations. It is covered by dense hardwood/pine forest and a wide variety of smaller trees and other plants. Recreation opportunities include hiking backpacking, rock climbing, fishing and hunting. Did you see Meet Our Nextdoor Neighbor ? The videos are an absolute must-see. Hinterlander Linville Gorge Wilderness - Wikipedia Linville Wildfire Report - US Forest Service Table Rock - Wikipedia

Hinterlander's great room provides a mountain retreat with an amazing view.  With floor-to-ceiling windows, skylights, and glass double doors, the light and views are unobstructed. Great Room Hinterlander's great room provides a mountain retreat with an amazing view. With floor-to-ceiling windows, skylights, and glass double doors, the light and views are unobstructed. The Jotul wood-burning stove adds a warm, cozy atmosphere without obscuring the view. This is a great room to gather in and play games, talk, have coffee, or just stretch out and relax.

Rental requirements for Hinterlander, North Cove, NC Rental Requirements Must be at least 30 years old to rent the property Must provide a copy of a valid Driver's License Must provide a valid credit card Must sign a Rental Agreement Must book on vrbo Check In/Out Check in after 4:00 p.m. Check out before 10:00 a.m. Cancellation Policy All bookings through vrbo are subject to vrbo cancellation policy. Guests & Visitors All guests at Hinterlander must be listed on the Rental Agreement. Guests cannot exceed occupancy of 9 people -- the sleeping options suited for a max of 6 adults/3 children (0-17) Visitors are not permitted -- Hinterlander is located within a gated community and not open to visitors to "drop by" -- only the overnight guests that are specified on the rental agreement are permitted access to Linville Mountain Acres community. Pets Up to 2 dogs weighing less than 50 lbs are permitted. All dogs must be listed on the Rental Agreement. Hinterlander is not fenced in and borders +12,000 of acres of wilderness & forest -- dogs that are a risk of running after or away from something, should always be leashed when outside. Better safe than sorry. Chaining or tying dogs up on the property is not permitted. Guests must pick up after their dogs. Quiet time is 10 p.m. to 8 a.m. but you must control pets 24/7 per Linville Mountain Acres HOA rules. Damage & Incidentals You will be responsible for any damage to the property by guests or pets during the duration of your stay.

Hinterlander is located in McDowell County, NC, and surrounded by a wide array of historic places. We've provided a few places you might want to visit -- and welcome suggestions for more. Museums & Historic Spots Aerie-Hennesee Mansion Avery Museum Banner House Museum Biltmore Estate Captain Charles, Jr. McDowell House Carter–Swain House Cone Manor Fernihurst Mansion Harper House/Hickory History Center Historic Carson House Marion Train Depot Silvermont Mansion and Park Zebulon B. Vance Birthplace (map below)