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Escape to the Mountains of VA with RiverSong
The Outpost
House & General FAQs
General Info
General Info
Q: How Far is It From....
Asheville/The Biltmore - 45 minutes A Grocery Store - ~20 minutes
Hot Springs - 30 minutes Gas/Convenience Store - ~10 minutes
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and see the distance from the property
Q: Are Pets Allowed?
A: YES, with a $50 per pet fee. Unapproved pets are subject to a $150 penalty, so please let us know if you are bringing a furry friend. Click Here for info about bringing your pet.
Q: Where should I go for Groceries/Food/Attractions?
A: Please Click Here to be taken to the appropriate page
House Info
House Info
Q: Do I need to bring sheets & towels?
A: No! We supply sheets & towels, but DO ask our guests to bring their own personal shower items (loofah, wash cloth, shampoo, etc.)
Q: Do I need to bring paper products? (Toilet paper & Paper towels)
A: Maybe. We supply a starter amount of each, which should be plenty for a 2-3 night stay. If you have a longer stay, or a large number of people, plan to bring or buy some
Q: Is there a Keurig or traditional drip coffee maker?
A: It is a traditional drip coffee maker. We supply filters. Please bring your own coffee & cream/sugar
Q: Do you have a blender?
A: No, sorry! Please bring your own if you'd like to enjoy frozen beverages
Q: How's the kitchen? Anything I should bring?
A: We take pride in having a decently equipped kitchen! However, if you plan to cook a lot, I usually recommend bringing your favorite sharp knife (we have plenty of knives, but I cannot speak to their sharpness at any given time), and maybe a favorite frying pan. We do have measuring cups, casserole dishes, a can opener, and pots & pans of various sizes. We do NOT have a slow cooker.
Q: Can I use the wood stove(s) inside?
A: Yes. The one in the living room lights right up. The small one in the kitchen was installed improperly, so it is very difficult to get lit. Please use common sense, and practice fire safety if you have fires indoors. See below regarding firewood
Technology/Communication Info
Tech/Wifi Info
Q: Is there Wifi?
A: Yes, and the password is supplied in the welcome book. IMPORTANT: The internet is limited bandwidth, meaning that if you video chat/stream shows, etc. it will run out of data, and the internet will begin to go veeerrry slowly. Please avoid streaming of any kind
Q: Is there cell service?
A: Generally, there is not cell service, although Verizon phones have been known to be able to send & receive texts.
Q: Is there a landline phone?
A: Yes, and the number is 828.539.0145.
Q: Is there cable?
A: Yes, on the TV in the living room downstairs
Q: Are there DVD players?
A: Yes, we have DVD (not Bluray) players for each TV (one upstairs & one downstairs)
The Great Outdoors
Great Outdoors
Q: Do you have a grill?
A: Yes! There is a charcoal grill at the pavilion. Please bring your own charcoal
Q: Is there a firepit I can use?
A: Yes! There is a nice firepit by the pavilion and river
Q: Where can I get firewood?
A: We supply firewood for both the indoor woodstove and outdoor firepit. There is a donation box at the house to help offset the cost, if you feel so inclined :)
Q: Do you supply camp chairs?
A: We do have some folding outdoor camp chairs, but they seem to come and go throughout the months, so consider bringing your own. Pro Tip: Move the bench(es) by the tables in the pavilion to create seating around the fire pit. Please make sure to move them back when you leave!
Q: Do you supply marshmallow sticks/skewers?
A: We tried, but they were constantly breaking and/or going missing. Please bring your own!
Q: Where can I hike and/or fish?
A: Please Click Here to be taken to the correct section of the website
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