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back to a different era as you are captivated by the charm of
the Chestnut House. The warm paneling and period antiques of
this carefully restored and remodeled 60-year-old home pay homage
to the time when the American chestnut was the mightiest of
trees in these Blue Ridge Mountains. Tastefully integrated modern
ammenities combine to make this a unique vacation rental. From
the arched picture window in the breakfast alcove to the quiet
parlor at the top of the stairs, special touches — small
and large — add to the home’s appeal.
Victorian antiques complement the living room’s large
stone fireplace. The adjoining dining room is similarly appointed.
The sunroom off the downstairs bedroom offers an intimate meeting
space that is as bright as the outdoors. The grand picture window
in the breakfast alcove is another place to enjoy the pleasures
of the outdoors from the comfort of the Chestnut House. And
if you choose to eat in, don’t let the restored Hoosier
cabinet fool you, this kitchen has all the modern conveniences
of home.
The
parlor at the head of the stairs offers you another cozy gathering
place. The main bedroom features a king-size bed, desk, sofa
and film-noir decor that highlights a bit of Hollywood history.
The second bedroom features two twin beds in a playful, kid-friendly
decor.
Except
for the bathroom, kitchen and breakfast alcove, every room is
paneled in chestnut. Once prized by Appalachian builders for
its beauty and usefulness, these grand trees that once covered
the Blue Ridge were already in decline from the chestnut blight
when this home was built. Chestnut House is a rare opportunity
to enjoy the beauty of this once plentiful wood.
Chestnut
House is located on the perimeter of downtown Sparta; close
enough for shopping or business responsibilities in town, but
still in the country, surrounded by our Blue Ridge Mountains,
and just 5 miles from the nation's premier scenic byway, the
Blue Ridge Parkway. For more about activities and attractions
in Sparta and Alleghany County, visit the Allegany Chamber website
at sparta-nc.com.
Amenities
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3
bedrooms — king, queen and two twins, sleeps six comfortably.
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Modern
kitchen including: dishwasher, coffeemaker, microwave and
Jennair range
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Cable TV/VCR/DVD downstairs, TV/DVD upstairs
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Covered
side porch and open deck
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1 bathroom
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Close to downtown Sparta and still convenient to the Blue
Ridge Parkway and New River
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$100
nightly for two-nights or longer; $110 for one night
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Rate
is for four persons, $10 per person over four
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One night’s deposit to hold reservation
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Pets
not allowed
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Smoking
outside only
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DIRECTIONS
From
I-77 near Elkin, take US 21 North approximately 30 miles to
the intersection with NC 18 in the center of Sparta. At the
traffic signal, turn left onto NC 18 south. Turn at the second
left, Duncan Street. The Chestnut House is the first house on
the right at 68 Duncan Street.
From Wilkesboro,
take NC 18 north approximately 33 miles to the Sparta Parkway
intersection (blinking caution light). Continue to Duncan Street,
the next right. Chestnut House is the first house on the right
at 68 Duncan Street.
From Virginia,
take US 21-221 from Independence for approximately 7 miles.
When US 21 and US 221 divide, go left to stay on US 21. In approximately
3 miles, turn south on NC 18 at the traffic signal in the middle
of Sparta. Turn on Duncan Street, the second left. Chestnut
House is the first house on the right at 68 Duncan Street.
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