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Life Around These Parts
Until our cabineers share more photos and news, Helen will take up space as she does so well outside the page!
Photos by Katie...
And by our cabineers...
(starting with most current contributions)
Leslie Macon, frequent cabineer/photographer/artist, took this of one of our pond kids (whom Leslie called koibillies!)
during her October visit. Looks like someone's a camera hog....
Leslie dubbed this, I'm for you, Vern
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Bob and Peggy (FL) came back, and we're glad Peggy remembered her camera!
Emma chatted with Peggy as she clicked away; Kali thought Peggy might like to catch her with a ball and left to find one....
The calm before... Chow Time!
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Thanks to Dwain Snyder/Snyder Photography for these gorgeous shots (more of his photos scattered around!)!
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Thanks to Bob and Peggy from FL for getting this section going!
Helen, can I stay here forever? What would be the rate for that? Of course, I'm sure I would miss my dog and my husband... oops, I mean my husband and my dog! Libby
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A Few Cabineer Comments...
We have come to the mountains of NC many times. This trip, however, will stand out as a new beginning. We are at a crossroads in our lives and this quaint, charming cabin has brought much peace and clarity. Thank you, Helen and Randy, for sharing Angel Cabin. It is a part of your soul and is now a part of ours. Thank you so much for allowing this magical place to be the landmark on the road to a whole new life for us. Much love.... LaDean & Terry
One of the great things to see... right here at the cabin... is the night sky! I brought my telescope and set up right between the two ponds. As far as I could tell, the sky was about as dark and clear as anywhere in NC, except perhaps on or right near the outer banks! The Milky Way when it rose was rich in stars; Saturn was magnificent (steady skies helped); I could even see some fairly faint galaxies and nebulae in my small refractor (M81 & M82... the Owl Nebula & M106). Definitely worth seeing... and if you don't have a telescope bring binoculars or just sit down at the pond at night with the frogs and watch the fireflies!!! Very magical! Robert
We had a great time in this beautiful area. From driving on the Blue Ridge to the West Jefferson Gallery Crawl, this weekend was a fantastic getaway. It was fantastic to have such a cozy place to come back to when we just wanted to stay in and relax. Thanks for the great vacation! Matthew and Ashley
Absolute, total, complete relaxation - reached! What a delightful place to spend time. From the earth we walked on to the heavens we watched. Gary and Beth
From the chipmunks in the backyard, the deer in the driveway one early morn, and to all the special little things that you have done to make our first stay in the cabin special, we thank you. We have been amazed at the well-stocked movies, books, and all the other things that one may need while here. Ronnie wanted to fish in the pond but after becoming friends with the catfish, he just couldn't. I will keep in touch and maybe again next year we can come back. Thank you. Karen and Ronnie
Helen, can I stay here forever? What would be the rate for that? Of course, I'm sure I would miss my dog and my husband... oops, I mean my husband and my dog! Libby
Here is a close up of one of your pond children. They are some of the biggest beefiest koi I have ever photo referenced. They are koibillies! Leslie
We had a great time...Yesterday we went to the New River and did the nature walk with the dogs before heading home. I will definitely come back, it was very cozy and I've told my daughters about it as well so perhaps they will visit. Thanks for the cider, that was sweet. I loved the blanket on the bed.... Again, thanks for your hospitality - it was just what I needed. Nancy
Thanks - we enjoyed it! Marley loved the squirrels. Patty and Ernie
We wanted to thank you again for letting us share in the special tranquility and hospitality that 'The Cabin' has to offer. In spite of the rain we did enjoy ourselves and hope to come back to enjoy more of the trails and pond. We admire your family story and hope you find peace in knowing you are truly an inspiration in your ability to make other people's lives so relaxing when so much has been taken from you. Take care - Jim & Vickie
Thanks so much! We had a great time. Beautiful place - we will call you again soon. Alan & Jan. PS - Our 'babes' love it too! They don't see snow like this at home.
Many thanks from 2 ladies and their furballs! Rachel & Maxine
What a peaceful, cozy, comfort-filled cabin Angel Mountain Cabin is. We have loved every minute of our time here. The geese, the hummingbird and fish, plus many birds have welcomed us - as you have! Thank you so much for mountain oasis experience. We will be back and will tell others - just the dearest ones - of Angel Mountain Cabin! May the fall season bring many wanted guests your way. Peace to you and yours. With warm regards, Anita and Barbara. PS - As you can see, we loved the chocolates!!
We enjoyed our stay! Thank you! Casandra & Bryan
Thanks again for providing a wonderful stay at your cabin. We enjoyed it so much and wish we could have stayed longer. Maybe next time... :-) Daniela and Dwain
Thank you for a great stay! Nancy
Joe and I really enjoyed Angel Mtn. Cabin. It is so pretty and peaceful there. We had a very nice weekend. As you can tell, we got into the chocolate candy :) The coffees, popcorn, and hot chocolate are a nice homey touch. We both enjoyed the notebook you put together.... It was even nice hearing the sound of the rain on the metal roof.... Thanks for sharing your beautiful place with us.... Debbie
I am leaving this little angel for the cabin. A dear friend gave her to me for this retreat and it seemed fitting that she stay behind to bless all of the angels who live here - your family, your guests, all who find peace, rest and healing on Angel Mountain. I am most grateful for your kindness and the beautiful refuge you have created. Accept my thanks and blessings for peace and love in your lives. Linda
Loved it! We look forward to returning :) Steve and Kathy
....thank you again for letting us share in the special tranquility and hospitality that 'The Cabin' has to offer. In spite of the rain we did enjoy ourselves and hope to come back to enjoy more of the trails and pond. We admire your family and hope you find peace in knowing you are truly an inspiration in your ability to make other people's lives so relaxing when so much has been taken from you. Take care - Jim & Vicki
I wanted again to say THANK YOU so much for allowing us to stay in the cabin. It was wonderful. The perfect get away. The hike through the mountain was amazing. Plus I got to see Jeffrey's resting place which was pretty special. I can't wait until we are able to go back. Jack and I both had a great time. We sat in the living room with no noise alot of the time just enjoying the nothing..haha. In the morning I found myself staring out the window because Jack would go out and throw bird feed because I love to watch the birds. I was telling my sister about it and she might be planning a trip if she can talk her husband into it. They were talking about FL but now she wants to try and change his mind..hehe. I loved meeting all the animals as well. I felt like I already knew them just by reading your blog. It was great seeing you again and on our way home we found it only takes us 2 hours to get there. The waterfall we found on our way home was amazing. Very pretty! I better get going - I haven't even unpacked yet..haha. Take care of yourself and it was GREAT to see you again. Love, Christie
This weekend has been a real treat for us. Your cabin is perfect. Please allow us to indulge again next year. Nancy & Phillip
Taken by cabineer Dwain Snyder/Snyder Photography
Jason & I want to thank you all for a relaxing weekend that was much needed! We had a wonderful time. Thank you for the hospitality. The chocolate & the cider were an excellent touch. We didn't get to do much sightseeing around the cabin area, but we have talked about visiting again sometime in the summer months hopefully. The cabin itself is charming! It's perfect for a couple who needs to just get away. We watched several movies & ate way too much junk - but tomorrow, it's back to the working world.... Anyway, thank you guys for the 'perfect' wedding gift that we finally cashed in after 3 yrs. It truly was the best anniversary we have had! Thanks for everything - Jason and Tabitha
Thank you so much for all the extra, special touches in making our time even better than we could have hoped for! Walking in the first time and seeing the 2 glasses set out and the bottle of chilled, delicious sparkling cider set the tone for a perfect weekend. There wasn't anything we could have wanted for! Bless you! Kitty & Bruce
We had a great time! What a nice place! Thanks - Thom, Sue, & Sally
WOW! First, I would like to thank you for everything! The cabin is absolutely wonderful. Doug and I had a better time than we could have ever imagined. We hiked the trails in the park, to the top of Angel Mountain, and around your lovely ponds. Friday night, we stayed in, ate a delicious steak dinner (Doug was very proud of his perfectly cooked steaks!!), and popped open a bottle of pink champagne on the back deck while watching the sunset. We finished the evening by watching 'Casablanca' (I had always wanted to see it!). Saturday, we slept in to get energy for the hiking adventures at the park. I made us a yummy PB&J lunch to eat on our hike, so we ate at a picnic table while watching (and listening to!) the river. We could not have asked for NICER WEATHER! It was absolutely FANTASTIC! After the hike, we came back, fed the catfish, hiked to the top of Angel Mountain, and then called it a day. Had a great lemon roasted chicken dinner (this time thanks to myself!) and watched movies in bed until we fell asleep. We cannot wait for our next trip to Angel Mountain. Just being here is so relaxing. It is truly beautiful. And we felt like the cabin was our little home :) Again, thank you for everything. Love, Cassie & Doug
Taken by cabineer Dwain Snyder/Snyder Photography
Thank you both for making us feel so welcome! Your property is breathtaking, your cabin is gorgeous, your hospitality is generous, and your catfish are 'gi-normous' (as Asher put it). Thank you both again for giving us such a wonderful memory. Sarah, Henry, Raven, and Asher
This place was truly incredible - you guys thought of everything, and I hope to see you again. Thank you for your kindness. Take care - Kelly
Thank you - great stay! Diana
Thank you so much for a wonderful weekend! We had a great time. We just love the cabin and hope to come here again. We loved visiting the area, too. It is so beautiful. Thank you for your hospitality and kindness. Sandy
Thanks to you and your husband for sharing your charming cabin and for everything you've provided to make it enjoyable for your guests. Every year we go some place different for our anniversary. This is one of our favorites. (We spent four nights at Angel Mountain Cabin to celebrate our 15th anniversary. We loved the cabin and the area is beautiful. The Baldwins added so many special touches to the cabin to make it feel like home for their guests. We especially loved the fact that we could bring our two Pomeranian furbabies, Keesha and Holly. Sadly, this was Keesha's last vacation, as she passed away three weeks later at age 15 1/2. One of her nicknames was "Earth Angel," so it was very fitting that her last vacation with us was to Angel Mountain Cabin. We definitely want to go back). Carl and Sherrion
Thank you for everything this weekend. We loved our stay in your cabin. We finally got the relaxing weekend we both needed. Your cabin is so cute & CLEAN. You take a lot of pride in it and it shows. Thanks again, Mike & Rebecca
This weekend has been so absolutely perfect. We love this cabin. The location is amazing. This place, after just one visit, already holds so many memories for us (we were engaged yesterday!). We will be long time customers :) You have a wonderful place and a wonderful story. Thank you for letting us share it. Love, Elizabeth & Adam
I hope we can make it back to the cabin in the spring. We had a great time. Thanks, Julie
Thanks so much - we had a great time, and even saw a rainbow over the cabin after the storm ended! We will definitely look forward to coming back again... Karen, Paul, and Henry
We had a wonderful time this weekend and look forward to others here at Angel Mountain. God bless you both... The Hendersons
Everything was wonderful! perfect! heavenly! Your cabin is comfortable & cozy and we slept like babies. ...our lives have been quite hectic & filled with lots of ups and downs over the last couple of years. This weekend has been just what Tim and I needed for US. Thank you for your hospitality. I was quite overjoyed by all the chocolate! Hope to see you again! Tim & Marie
We had such a great time - this is the cutest cabin! And what a view. Thank you, Greg & Gloria
Taken by cabineer Dwain Snyder/Snyder Photography
Just wanted to express my gratitude for your warm hospitality! The couple days we spent there was absolutely one of the most special experiences I have ever had. The cabin was so cute and quaint, the scenery breathtaking, and the clean air was just what this yankee needed! lol I will surely be raving about Jefferson to anyone who will listen! Take care and hope to see you soon. BTW....Seeing how beautiful the cemetery was... was wonderful and bittersweet and I feel privileged for being able to have that experience. Thank you. Jocelyn
We cannot thank you enough - what a wonderful slice of heaven. John, Kathryn, Kuma, & Chyna
We want to thank you for letting us enjoy Angel Mountain Cabin. We had a wonderful time. It's so peaceful here. The cabin had all we could ever need! Thank you for helping us get that much-needed relax time. Even though we missed the boy, it was all we dreamed of! Can't wait to come back! Stephanie & Allen
I WANNA COME BAAACCCK!!! It is sooooo hot and muggy here....and we gotta cut grass. Thanks again for a wonderful weekend. It was one to remember. Love and prayers, Phyllis
Taken by cabineer Dwain Snyder/Snyder Photography
We had a wonderful time here at Angel Mountain. Thanks! Sherry
We love the cabin. It is so cozy and perfect for us and the pups. The backyard is protective and secluded so I don't worry about my dogs. I am so grateful that we have the cabin to come to. Ed & Leslie
Thanks so much. We had a great stay here. There were special touches all over! We felt so welcome! It's so beautiful here. Jerry & Karen
Trey and I absolutely loved our time at Angel Mountain and had such a sense of peace and happiness while staying in your cabin. Thank you so very much for your hospitality, your kind gifts and also for allowing us to share your special retreat! I did make a delicious blackberry cobbler with the berries we collected on the property about two weeks after we returned home and it brought back such fun memories for us both! Beth
What a cute place! Dawn, Brad, & Ashley The 3-hour drive was worth it. Thank you for use of the cabin. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay even though it was only for 1 night. May God bless you and your family and I am positive that we will be back. Kevin & Crystal
Thank you so much for the accommodations at your cabin. It was a beautiful home away from home for the weekend. See you again - Nancy
This past weekend was a GREAT BLESSING - thank you, Helen, so very much! Warmest regards, Libby
Just a follow up note to say what a wonderful time we had and to thank you for your lovely hospitality. The cabin is set up so nicely with so many useful and thoughtful touches. Loved the hot chocolate and coffee especially. Very comfortable and of course very convenient. We'll be back and will tell our friends about it too. Have a great Autumn! Deana
I second Deana's note - we'll definitely be back! Thanks, Rachel
Thank you so much!!! We had an incredible time. I sat on the back porch with my book. I enjoyed the breeze and the view. I really enjoyed the added bonus of getting to pick & eat blackberries :) The cabin was clean, comfortable, and cozy.... The stay was beyond my expectations. The especially nice touches are the videos, books, and games. The basket of tea, popcorn, and little containers of chocolate... very thoughtful. I don't have to tell you, "I'll be back." I'm sure the memory of this 'little piece of heaven' will call me back over & over again. Until next time, God bless - Melissa
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