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The Pinewoods: Secluded with hot tub, dark skies and sunsets beckon

Riverside cabin with kitchen and patio

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Private and Secluded
deck veiw
Sunset View
Private and Secluded
Dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 2124.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Marion, NC
  • Place, Mount Mitchell
  • Place, Emerald Village
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, The Orchard at Altapass
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The Pinewoods: Secluded with hot tub, dark skies and sunsets beckon

Star-lit skies and beautiful western sunsets are yours at Pinewood Cabin atop secluded Grassy Mountain. At an of 3900' and and prevailing winds from the NW naturally cool breezes keep the cabin comfortable even in the summer months. In the rare event we have warm spell air condition is available. Located 7/10 of a mile from the village of Little Switzerland, this comfortable, airy cabin sleeps 2 with two bathrooms. Master bedroom has a queen sized bedroom with private bath and a 40” LCD high definition TV. Featuring a wood-burning fireplace wood not provided but available for sale for $65 for a 2 night supply. View amenities for info. Real knotty pine paneling, oak hardwood floors and a large NON JETTED tub for long romantic soaks. The entire house has vaulted ceilings. Find yourself taking in cool mountain air while relaxing in the deep-well Nordic hot tub. Featuring awesome views of the Black Mountain Range and Mt. Mitchell, highest peak east of the Mississippi. Organically grown vegetables available dependent on supply Disoounted payment options include cashiers check or personnel check. You can find alternate contact information at rickgonsorrentals The cabin has a 4night minimum on holiday weeks inlcluding Xnas New Years, the week of July 4th and the last 3 weeks of Oct unless their is a late cancellation. Check availability calendar for possible late openings and last minute length of stay and pricing discounts.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 12
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please do not move furniture. Mandatory showering
All reservations are subject to owner screening an

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Little Switzerland

Located in Little Switzerland, this cabin is in the mountains and on a river. Emerald Village and Historic Carson House are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Orchard at Altapass and Grassy Creek Golf and Country Club. Woodys Chair Shop and Energy Xchange are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
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Map
Marion, NC

What's nearby

  • Emerald Village - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • The Orchard at Altapass - 14 min drive - 12.4 km
  • Penland School of Crafts - 23 min drive - 25.6 km
  • Lake James - 34 min drive - 32.1 km
  • Linville Caverns - 36 min drive - 36.7 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Western Sizzlin - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Puerto Nuevo - Fresh Mex & Seafood - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mi Morelia - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Pinewoods: Secluded with hot tub, dark skies and sunsets beckon pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Pinewoods: Secluded with hot tub, dark skies and sunsets beckon?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Pinewoods: Secluded with hot tub, dark skies and sunsets beckon?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Pinewoods: Secluded with hot tub, dark skies and sunsets beckon located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Pisgah National Forest and within 6 miles (10 km) of Museum of North Carolina Minerals and Emerald Village. Parkway Flea & Farmers Market and Woodys Chair Shop are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 85 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 85 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Neil E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful, unique, clean, well stocked

Great place, would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great private getaway, convenient to Blue Ridge Parkway

Rick is an excellent host, easy to work with.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

kris g.

Great Weekend Getaway

Very quiet, beautiful views and Rick is a great host. Hunt and Kris Greene
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Respite from the heat and “city”

My husband and I really enjoyed our stay at the Pinewoods Cabin. The view was spectacular and the cabin had everything we needed to relax. Rick was easy to communicate with and available if anything came up. We loved the proximity of Little Switzerland and the Blueridge Parkway.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angel A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Peaceful Getaway

Our stay was AMAZING. The location was PERFECT for getting away from the "noise" and stress of everyday life. The owner was helpful and made us feel at home. Beautiful back porch has the perfect view of the mountains. The house was neat and we had everything we needed. You will not regret staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We had such a good time

My boyfriend and I celebrated my 29th birthday in Little Switzerland. I booked this cabin because of the view from the photos and it looked like a nice place to stay. Trust me neither disappointed, especially that view!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alana A.

Wonderful, relaxing experience!

The cabin was very secluded and the view was breath-taking. The cabin had everything we needed to stay put while enjoying evenings of cooking, soaking in the hot tub and relaxing in front of the fireplace. Rick was an amazing host, visiting to see if we needed anything, telling us about the area, and overall ensuring our stay was perfect! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

JAMIE B., Tallassee, Alabama

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Private Getaway!

My husband and I traveled here on our anniversary and this cabin was perfect! Very private with a great view! We absolutely love Little Switzerland and will keep this place on our list!! It was just as described ~ very clean and definitely comfortable!! Also centrally located to all we planned to do!! The only advice I have for the owners is to get better lighting in at least one of the bathrooms ~ while it’s awesome mood lighting it’s hard to see to get ready (especially for the ladies). I carried a lighted mirror with me so I managed! Thanks for a great vacation!!♥️
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Bruce H., Charlotte, NC

Great private mountain getaway!

My wife and I stayed 5 nights at the Pinewoods cabin. We liked the cabin a lot and had a great time in the area. The cabin was clean and had everything we needed. It's in a very private location with a great mountain view from the rear deck. We hiked to scenic waterfalls in the day and made use of the hot tub, the charcoal grill and the full kitchen in the evening. There are a few decent restaurants nearby and 2 grocery stores about 5 miles away where you can stock up on whatever you might need. Rick was a great host. He communicated with us promptly and gave us tips about the area. We had a great getaway and would certainly recommend this cabin to anyone looking to stay in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2017

2/10 Terrible

tyler h.

Disliked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ruined honeymoon

We booked this place for the view, as I imagine most do. The view is lovely and that is about all that was good. You have to plan out your check in day around meeting the host, which is odd as most places have a number code entry. He then takes you on an extended, unnecessary tour that wastes your precious time. On top of this, there was no water pressure when we arrive, back doors do not lock, and 2 of 4 heaters did not work. It was quite cold when we arrived as well. We contacted the host to come fix the water, which he tried to do but was unsuccessful. We did not want to spend our honeymoon evening with a stranger so we requested the water to be fixed the following day. We had our first evening ruined as we hiked all day and wanted to shower to head out for the evening, but we unable to do so. The drive to the house is not the most pleasant so do be aware. It is a very mountain style, one lane road. Due to the inconveniences we had our first night, we asked for a partial refund and have been denied by the host. Be catious with this property and contact VRBO immediately with concerns. Use the app to communicate as well, not his cell. Do note, there is a health and safety ticket against this property with VRBO as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin was very nice. The views were fantastic. Host was very nice to work with. Will definitely come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

The D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great mountain getaway

Comfortable cabin with an awesome view... we loved being in the hot tub taking in the scenery or just sitting on the deck listening to the quiet and watching the sun go down. The cabin has a good selection of books and a great table for puzzles. There is some good eating in the village nearby. Our car made it up the hill just fine, but lower riding cars might have some issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chip L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little slice of Heaven

Peaceful, secluded, absolutely perfect. Has all of the modern amenities, wifi, TVs in living room and bedroom. I only mention those things cause they are there, but you will find yourself enjoying just sitting on the back porch, probably the most relaxing little cabin. 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas getaway

Cozy, peaceful, and relaxing. My wife and I went for the weekend together away and it was exactly what we needed. Definitely going back
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Little Switzerland Cabin

My husband and I had a lovely stay in Little Switzerland. It was great meeting the owner Rick at the post office because it would have been kinda tricky to find the house without an escort. The view and peaceful setting were spectacular. House is super clean and perfect for a couple. There were tons of nice fluffy towels and washcloths. I always hate it when there aren’t ample washcloths! The hot tub is very clean and we enjoyed it on our last night. For your planning purposes: I did not find coffee but there is a coffee pot. Walmart is about 5 miles away but it takes longer to get there than you would expect. I would bring snacks to enjoy with the bottle of wine Rick greets you with. I would also bring my own pillow as I prefer 2 and a cozy blanket for hanging out on the porch enjoying the sunrise and sunset. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen O., Lugoff, South Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house!

Leaf peeping was great using this house as our base. Great house!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous cabin, beautiful view

The view from the deck was amazing. The cabin was perfect. We definitely want to visit again. We also thought it was neat that they provided the means to separate trash, recycling, and compost during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

CAMISSA K.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful views

The house was nice and the views were beautiful. We enjoyed the hot tub and there was plenty of towels and wash cloths. It was a very positive experience. We had to meet the person at the local post office and follow them to the house. Not a big deal but we first were not going to be arriving until late the first night and felt odd about having to do this so we took off earlier than planned. That being said, when we plan weekend get aways we want to be able to stop and go as we please. It may not have been a big deal for them to meet us late but I personally like being able to just receive a key or key code and arrive when we want.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kara F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden Gem Hideaway

Gorgeous views from the deck of this property! We enjoyed being tucked in to the side of the mountain on a dead end road! The house had everything we needed and offered spectacular views both day and night! Rick was an excellent host and communicator. We really enjoyed the hot tub after hiking and exploring the area! We would definitely return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great view!!

Had a wonderful time in the mountains. Unbelievable views from the rear deck. Cabin was all it was advertised to be and more. Rick was very helpful with our stay. Would HIGHLY recommend this cabin to anyone wanting to get away from the hustle of daily life. My wife and I hope to come back in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome

Amazing views! Very quiet and isolated. Rick was a perfect host. We stayed during the coldest time. We would definitely stay again. I saw more stars then I ever experienced!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gregory H., Jamestown

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible view

This place has an incredible view. If there are no clouds or rain, the sunset is spectacular. Great fireplace. Private as well. For those really picky, there was plenty of hot water! The location is great. You are close to good shopping, Linville Caverns, Grandfather Mountain, and Linville Falls and Gorge. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H., Blackwood NJ

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Road Trip

Very nice. Should have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bob C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Little Slice of Heaven in Little Switzerland!

This cabin was all we hoped it would be and more! The road back in is a great little gravel road that twists and turns, but once you first drive it, you've got it and it is a breeze! Rick met us at the Post Office and we followed him to the house. So glad as we probably wouldn't have found it. It is totally private with a cozy living room with pretty stone fireplace, a dining area, and very workable kitchen, two bathrooms and a laundry room in one of them. The view is absolutely breathtaking from the large open deck. The mountains change with the time of the day and the weather and we could sit and watch them forever! The hot tub on the deck is a wonderful way to end the day gazing at the sunset and the mountains fading into the dark. The little town - population of approx. 50 people, is delightful as well. There is a general store, an amazing book store that goes on and on in a great little building with a super gift shop and coffee shop with lattes and baked goodies. The cafe has wonderful BBQ and slaw sandwiches as well as other choices and soups, etc. The Little Switzerland Inn has a great restaurant and there are some fun shops and a super icecream store there. It is right around corner from the general store and post office. The Blue Ridge Parkway goes right past the back of the house and you travel it to get most anywhere. The town of Spruce Pine is a short drive away with a super Walmart, drugstore, restaurants, etc. We played golf at the local golf course and that was beautiful. Don't miss Little Switzerland Orchard winery, ciders, and brewery just down the road. We tried all the different kinds of cider with their flights and took some growlers home with us. The maple/bacon is outstanding! Also stop at the Mineral Museum as it is very interesting. We hope to get back this way again as it truly was a magical stay. Thank you Rick!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lajos T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent cabin !

Excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Rick Gonsor

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A long time resident of Litlle Switzerland. Love anything and every thing related to outdoor activities.

Why they chose this property

Secluded and very private but conviently located 8/10 of a mile from the village of Little Switzerland. Facing due West amazing sunsets framed by the Mt. Mitchell and the Black Mountain Range.

Languages:

English

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