Gnome Away from Home! Powder Horn

Gnome Away From Home – Powder Horn Mountain | Deep Gap, NC
* Wrap Around Porch
* Outdoor gas fire pit
*FIBER High Speed Internet
* Fully equipped kitchen with full size appliances, Keurig and Drip Coffee maker, toaster, blender, serving dishes, pots, pans, cooking utensils and more.
* Propane grill, Wood Burning fireplace in great room
* 3 bedrooms K,Q, 2 Twin Bunks, and 3 full baths.
* High-speed fiber optic internet -
* Pets are allowed, Dogs only, Max 2, $50 per pet charged after you book.
* Full FREE access to Powder Horn Resort including seasonal community pool, clubhouse, fitness center, game room, campground, hiking trails, paddle boats, tennis/pickle ball, disc golf, horseshoes and more.
* 13 miles to Boone, NC (25 mins)
* 21 miles to Banner elk, Blowing Rock (40 mins)

Gnome Away From Home is a welcoming A-frame cabin nestled on a private, wooded acre in the gated Powder Horn Mountain community. This peaceful mountain retreat combines rustic charm with modern comforts and full access to resort-style amenities. Many guests say once they arrive, they don’t want to leave the cabin or the community—there’s simply so much to enjoy right here.

Sleeping Arrangements & Layout

The main level features a spacious living room with a wood-burning fireplace and Smart TV, along with access to the large wrap-around porch. The dining area seats eight and opens to a fully equipped kitchen with full-size appliances, Keurig and drip coffee makers, blender, crockpot, cookware, and serving essentials.

Also on the main level is a bedroom with a Queen bed and a full bathroom.

The upper level loft serves as a private King suite with a full ensuite bathroom, Smart TV, cozy sitting area, and a small private balcony—perfect for morning coffee and enjoying the surrounding wildlife.

The lower level is a large entertainment space featuring two sets of twin bunk beds, pool table, foosball table, Smart TV, laundry area, and an additional full bathroom.

Outdoor Living

Step outside onto the wrap-around porch to enjoy the fresh mountain air. Outdoor features include a propane grill, outdoor gas firepit, and picnic table for relaxed meals and evenings under the stars. Miles of community hiking trails are accessible right from the property.

Community Amenities

Powder Horn Mountain is a private gated community. Guests have free access to the seasonal community pool, typically open from late May through early September. Additional amenities include a fitness center and game room—both in the clubhouse, a playground, paddle boats, a tennis and pickle ball court, a basketball goal, a disc golf course, and fishing in three community ponds or in Laurel Creek or Elk Creek. Fishing in either creek requires a valid North Carolina Fishing License. The community also offers miles of well-marked hiking trails, as well as a campground along Laurel Creek that is ideal for an evening fire, s’mores, or a game of horseshoes.

Location

Gnome Away From Home is located in Deep Gap, NC within the Powder Horn Mountain community. The setting is quiet and rural, yet only about 25 minutes to downtown Boone and Appalachian State University. Banner Elk and Blowing Rock are approximately 40 minutes away. The Blue Ridge Parkway is just 9 miles from the community.

Area Attractions

Powder Horn Mountain itself can easily become your hideout for the duration of your stay, but guests are also about half an hour to skiing, hiking, fishing, horseback riding, wineries, breweries, festivals, Tweetsie Railroad, and year-round High Country events/attractions such as App State Football, sports, and cultural events. From shopping, exploring local galleries and cuisine, spa days and golf adventures, this area offers something for everyone.

Additional Information

High-speed fiber optic internet is available throughout the home, making it ideal for streaming or remote work. Linens and bath towels are provided, along with a starter supply of paper towels and toilet paper. Community trash pickup is every Monday.

Dogs are welcome. A maximum of two dogs is allowed, with a $50 pet fee per dog charged separately after booking. Please note all pets at the time of reservation.

Gnome Away From Home is a cozy, well-appointed mountain retreat offering comfort, recreation, and access to everything the High Country has to offer—any time of year.

Vacation Rental Reviews

• Great End of Summer Family Get-Away at Powder Horn Resort!

  Stayed 4 days ending in August, 2025

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  Gary G from Supply, NC recommends this vacation rental

  Our family had a wonderful stay at Gnome Away property in Powder Horn Resort offered by Moonlight Cabin Rentals. The house was perfect for our family of 6 adults, 2 toddlers, 1 baby, and 2 fur babies. Everyone had a great time! It was close to everything we wanted to do in the Boone/Blowing Rock area. We spent one whole day enjoying the cabin and the great amenities at Power Horn Resort. Moonlight Cabin Rentals was prompt in responding to all our requests and were easy to work with. Highly recommend this property/resort/agency and we will definitely use them again in the future.

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• Amazing!

  Stayed 3 days ending in July, 2025

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  Tanya S recommends this vacation rental

  We had an amazing time and look forward to coming back!

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• Weekend Stay

  Stayed 2 days ending in June, 2025

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  Travis C from Irvine, NA recommends this vacation rental

  Very nice amenities at the cabin. Felt very cozy and made for a nice relaxing weekend.

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• Great Weekend!

  Stayed 2 days ending in September, 2023

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  Heather H from Cary, NC recommends this vacation rental

  Great weekend visiting our son at App State. The house is beautiful, as were the surrounding hiking trails.

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• Cute Cabin

  Stayed 2 days ending in June, 2023

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  Myra G from Cornelius, NC recommends this vacation rental

  Very cute cabin up in the mountains. Nice Bedrooms and large basement with 2 sets of bunks. Also had a pool table that will convert to a ping pong table. Very quiet area. The porch was big enough for lots of people

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• Beautiful, Well-Equipped Cabin with some temp control challenges

  Stayed 2 days ending in April, 2023

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  Katy A from Kingsport, TN recommends this vacation rental

  We had a great 2-night stay at Gnome Away from Home during our kids' spring break. The cabin is lovely, clean, well-stocked and equipped. There were games to play, TVs to watch, deck and woods to explore. The only semi-negative comment I might mention is that with the fluctuating temperature of springtime and only one thermostat for the whole cabin, it was very difficult to get the basement floor warm enough for our kids to sleep down there without making the two upstairs floors swelteringly hot. For future guests, or if we ever stayed there again, I would recommend taking a space heater for the room in the basement if that is allowed. Also the wording of the contract made it difficult for me to find the door code when we got there. It was in there, but it was sort of hidden in the way it was written, so I stood on the front porch for 15 minutes searching for it before we finally figured it out.

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• What a cute cabin!

  Stayed 2 days ending in October, 2022

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  Mindy E from Irvine, NA recommends this vacation rental

  We enjoyed our stay at the cabin. It had everything we needed. I would recommend for someone coming to the area.

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• Long Weekend Stay

  Stayed 2 days ending in July, 2022

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  a guest from Columbia, South Carolina recommends this vacation rental

  My family of 4 enjoyed a last-minute long weekend stay at this beautiful home. Although there are other homes close by, it was quiet and the deck area faced the woods. We enjoyed sitting on the deck, seeing deer, listening to the birds, and the cicadas and crickets at night. The home was well-stocked with the basics for cooking meals and had lots of pretty decorative touches. Our teen boys enjoyed the game room (although we weren't able to find the cue sticks and balls for the pool table). We didn't take advantage of the community pool or club house, but both looked nice. When we went out to explore the Powder Horn Mountain community on Sunday, we weren't able to locate the campground/creek area--not sure if it was our poor map-reading skills or the road sign marked "private" that threw us off. The gate station is not staffed on Sundays or we would have asked for directions. Instead, we spent the day exploring Boone and Blowing Rock. The home was a little further out from Boone than we expected taking into account the winding mountain roads, but it wasn't too bad. Would definitely advise bringing groceries/supplies or stopping on the way if you can. Overall, a lovely stay with very easy check-in/check out process.

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• wonderful Family Trip!!

  Stayed 6 days ending in July, 2022

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  Jessica K from Irvine, NA recommends this vacation rental

  Our house was wondrful very clean, plenty of space and lots to do and see!! we were so pleased with our vacation home!!

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• Great vacation with the Family

  Stayed 7 days ending in July, 2022

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  Hans G from Charlotte, North Carolina recommends this vacation rental

  Great place, definitely make sure Google maps doesn't send you down Jake Mountain rd, drive through Boone. Nice neighborhood, house was clean with everything you need for staying there for a week. Kids loved the snacks provided!

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• Gnome Away from Gnome - recommended stay

  Stayed 5 days ending in July, 2022

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  Kerry P from Irvine, NA recommends this vacation rental

  Gnome Away from Gnome was a perfect place for our family. The cabin had everything we needed. The response to our questions from the property management was within minutes of asking the questions. We would definitely recommend Gnome Away from Gnome and if given the opportunity we would stay there again.

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• Relaxing Getaway

  Stayed 3 days ending in June, 2022

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  Robert L from Kannapolis, North Carolina recommends this vacation rental

  Beautiful home and community. We enjoyed being in such a relaxing, peaceful place and loved all the wildlife we experienced on our stay. The campground on the creek was our absolute favorite. Excellent place to fish and hang out in a chair and read and soak up all the nature. We will definitely be staying again. Property Mgmt great and had everything we needed and more

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• Great community and amenities!

  Stayed 2 days ending in October, 2021

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  Candace S from Deep Gap, NC recommends this vacation rental

  While it rained the whole time during my stay, it was still easy to tell that the community had lots to offer with the trails and clubhouse. And Gnome away from home was a really cute, clean cabin. Would definitely recommend. It is smaller than it appears in photos , but quite comfortable. Rental staff was also great and helpful with everything.

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