Get cozy this winter in the Blue Ridge Mountains! You'll feel inspired at the Blue Walnut House, a freshly updated home nestled in "the gem of the mountains". Relax, spin some vinyl & enjoy proximity to local attractions. This well-appointed cottage is perfect for a mountain getaway and just steps from downtown Spruce Pine and the North Toe River. Take a short stroll to our best coffee shops, restaurants, brewery, nature, and outdoor recreation. We are a 5-minute walk to a local coffee shop with homemade pastries, a 10-minute walk to downtown shops, restaurants, antiques, and brewery. We are 1 mile away from Ingles supermarket and 9-minute drive to Blue Ridge Parkway entrance. Take a scenic drive to Penland School of Craft or a 10-minute walk to North Toe River, Riverside Park, playground, and splash pad. You're never far from nature here! We have an EV Charger, a spacious living room with plenty of seating and a gas fireplace. We know coffee is essential and have a dual coffee maker, and regular coffee. and a gas range/oven in our fully stocked kitchen for those chef types. We have smart TV's in the living room and one bedroom. There is of course free wifi and a dedicated workspace/desk. There is an on-site washer and dryer for your convenience. Bathroom safety and cleanliness is a top priority. There are accessibility-friendly grab bars next to the toilet and shower and an anti-slip bathtub basin. Parking is free and available in the driveway and on the street. The carport has an EV charger available for guests with electric vehicles. Please let us know if you plan to use this. A smartlock keypad is located on the front door for simple keyless entry and self-check-in. The code will be provided to you prior to your check-in time. The code is different for each guest.