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Happy Shack

Name: Happy Shack
Brand: Pete Key Properties
SKU: happy-shack
Rating: 5.0 (6 reviews)

Bedrooms: 4

Bathrooms: 2 full, 1 ½-bath

Sleeps: 7

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FREE activities for stays under 29 nights, including Biltmore, Rock Wall, Zipline, Whitewater Rafting, Trampoline Park, Snow Tubing and Axe Throwing. Experience mountain biking happiness at the Happy Shack! Located just steps from the Rocky Ridge Trailhead in DuPont State Forest, the Happy Shack is the perfect place for riders of all levels. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, you'll find trails to challenge and excite you. Our friendly community is always happy to help, and after a long day of biking, there's no better place to relax with a cold drink and a delicious meal. Find freedom and excitement on the trails, or peace and solitude in the woods. Whatever your level, you'll feel a sense of accomplishment from mastering the trails and obstacles you will encounter. And with our close-knit mountain biking community, you're sure to make new friends here. Come experience mountain biking happiness today! We hope to see you soon!

In the garage you will find a complete bike workshop with an 8-bike floor rack. We have a bike stand, air compressor and a selection of bike specific tools. Tune up your bike as needed, or do more extensive work if you wish. The tools and space are yours to use during your visit. The garage has plenty of space for secure bike storage, and you can park one car inside.

This charming 1965 mountain retreat is your perfect home base for exploring DuPont State Forest and the surrounding area. The single-level layout is comfortable and convenient, with three of the four bedrooms having an attached bathroom. There is plenty of space at the large dining table for groups, and the screened front porch is a relaxing place to unwind and enjoy the peaceful wooded setting.

In the den you will find a 55" 4K TV with Direct TV. While we have high speed DSL internet, 700-800mbps, streaming is not always reliable.

The house is surrounded by large trees and has a magically mossy backyard. The neighbors are friendly, especially Neighbor Bill, but very private. Do not trespass on their properties. If you are lucky, you’ll meet Bill. Just be on the right side of the fence. And that fence is his, so no hanging anything on it.

While we cater to mountain bikers, all are welcome. The trails are equally suitable for hiking and equestrian use, and you will find a lot of enjoyment as you explore DuPont's many attractions, including waterfalls made famous in the Hunger Games. Other nearby attractions include the Holmes Educational State Forest, Pisgah National Forest, and Gorges State Park. We are located right between Brevard and Hendersonville, both known for outdoor festivals, shopping, breweries and restaurants. Biltmore Estate is an easy day trip and well worth a visit. Also be sure to check out Asheville while you are here for its unique combination of culture, attractions, music and breweries.

Please note that DuPont does not allow e-bikes, including pedal assist, on the trails. Trails are for multiple use, so please be considerate of hikers, equestrians, and other riders. All bathrooms are attached to bedrooms so keep this in mind if you are planning to sleep in the King bedroom.

PET NOTE: Dogs only, no cats please. We are so excited to host your visit! The Pete Key Properties team welcomes you and is here to help create a memorable experience. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or need anything at all. We hope you enjoy your stay at Happy Shack Mountain Biker's Retreat!

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Autumn Foliage

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ATM Bank

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Fishing Fly

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Hunting Big Game

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Smoking Not Allowed

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Great communication, best location for DuPont in my opinion.

Review Date: April 30, 2024

Vacation Date: April 30, 2024

"The happy shack is such a special place to me. Second stay, and just as wonderful as the last time. Great communication, best location for DuPont in my opinion. Hidden gem for sure if you haven’t stayed before-especially for mountain biking. Can’t wait til next time

Reviewed By: Sam

Response from Pete Key Properties:
We are happy that you got to experience that enchanting service we want our guests to have. It was a pleasure hosting such wonderful guests as yourself, and we can't wait to host you again, Sam!

We had a great time in Dupont mountain biking.

Review Date: November 10, 2023

Vacation Date: November 10, 2023

"We had a great time in Dupont mountain biking. Also, not too far of a drive from Ashville and Craggy Pinnacle with some awesome views.

Reviewed By: Sam

Response from Pete Key Properties:
It sounds like you had an amazing time exploring Dupont for mountain biking and enjoying the stunning views at Craggy Pinnacle near Asheville! We're glad our location provided easy access to these outdoor adventures. Thank you for sharing your experience, and we hope to welcome you back for more unforgettable adventures in the future!

The neighbors were so friendly!

Review Date: October 25, 2023

Vacation Date: October 25, 2023

"We loved the location and the neighbors were so friendly!

Reviewed By: Elizabeth

Response from Pete Key Properties:
We appreciate your feedback and we look forward hosting you again.

Peaceful, quiet, clean, big enough to spread out.

Review Date: October 17, 2023

Vacation Date: October 17, 2023

"Peaceful, quiet, clean, big enough to spread out. The Happy Shack would be perfect for a biking getaway with easy access to DuPont, the garage bike shop, and multiple bedrooms/bathrooms. I stayed here with my family of five and we all enjoyed it. It was nice to unplug. Do note that there is no common area bathroom, all bathrooms are en suite with bedrooms. The room with the king sized bed does NOT have a bathroom, so anyone using that room will need to enter a different bedroom to access a bathroom. Location-wise, we’ve stayed in western NC multiple times, and this particular area is our favorite. Midway between Brevard and Hendersonville is the sweet spot.

Reviewed By: Beth

Response from Pete Key Properties:
Thank you so much Beth for staying with us. We appreciate your great review, we hope that we can accommodate you again in the future!

Can’t beat the location and the place is very bike friendly.

Review Date: September 28, 2023

Vacation Date: September 28, 2023

"We stayed here 18 months ago when my oldest son turned 18 so that he and friends could. Now we did the same for son #2. Had another great stay! Can’t beat the location and the place is very bike friendly.

Reviewed By: Marissa

Response from Pete Key Properties:
Thank you for choosing to stay with us again! We're thrilled to hear you had another great stay and enjoyed our bike-friendly location. We look forward to hosting you again in the future!

Great for our mountain biking trip

Review Date: September 15, 2023

Vacation Date: September 15, 2023

"Pete's place was exactly as described and we enjoyed staying here. It was great for our mountain biking trip.

Reviewed By: Elena

Response from Pete Key Properties:
We're pleased to hear you had a great stay and found our place convenient for your mountain biking trip. We hope to host you again soon.