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Riverfront Luxury Lodge w/ Hot Tub + Biltmore Pass | Pet-Friendly Paradise
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 14317.3 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Burnsville, NC
- Place, Young's Mountain Music9 min drive
- Place, Mount Mitchell Golf Club17 min drive
- Place, Penland School of Crafts19 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)
Bedroom Four
2 Double Beds and 2 Single Bunk Beds
Bedroom One
1 King Bed
Bedroom Three
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom Two
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms
Bathroom Five
Bathroom Four
Bathroom One
Bathtub · Shower only
Bathroom Three
Shower only
Bathroom Two
Bathtub
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Riverfront Luxury Lodge w/ Hot Tub + Biltmore Pass | Pet-Friendly Paradise
Blue Iris Retreat is a Dog-Friendly Property - we love our furry friends! If you'll be bringing your dog(s) with you, please note that this home allows a maximum of 2 dogs per reservation. The pet fee for this home is $150 per dog, and this may not reflect properly for 2-dog stay quotes. For verification purposes, please note during checkout how many dogs you intend to bring, and thank you!
Jump right into your mountain vacation at Blue Iris Retreat! Let the sound of the rushing river transport you to a magical mountain paradise that's well-equipped with amenities galore. This Burnsville luxury lodge is awe-inspiring in its design, featuring contemporary architecture coupled with comfortable decor that was selected with family enjoyment in mind.
Situated on the South Toe River less than an hour north of Asheville, Blue Iris Retreat offers your group the opportunity to live large. Discover the gourmet kitchen with two ovens and a wine fridge, the main bath's unique deep soaking tub, and the outdoor living space with a built-in grill and a screened deck. This spacious home has three levels of living space so everyone can spread out. Getting a good night's rest is assured at Blue Iris Retreat with the sound of the rushing river to lull you to sleep. Enjoy easy access to the main bedroom suite, or two bedrooms on the upper level. The lower level is a dream come true for kids of all ages with a huge rec room with ping pong and foosball tables, plus a bunk room with enough built-in twin beds for the whole troop. Year-round river access is a delight for those who like to discover! It's just steps down to enter the cool water for fishing, swimming, kayaking, and tubing. Privacy is yours to savor on the five-acre property. If you love dogs as much as we do, the best news about Blue Iris Retreat is that they can come too! This Asheville vacation rental is located in Burnsville and is approximately 50 minutes to downtown Asheville.
• 3 Story Home
• 4 Bedrooms: 1 King, 2 Queen, 1 Qss, 2 Double, 2 Twins Beds
• Main Level: Main Bedroom One - 1 King Bed, Ensuite Bath with Soaking Tub; Half Bath
• Upper Level: Bedroom Two - 1 Queen Bed; Shared Full Bath; Bedroom Three - 1 Queen Bed
• Lower Level: Bedroom Four - 2 Full Beds, 4 Twin Beds (Bunk Beds); Shared Shower Bath; Half Bath
• Lower Level: Queen Sleeper Sofa
Important Property Note
• No GPS Navigation. Please note, while GPS will take you to the general vicinity of Blue Iris Retreat, it will not take you directly to the home. Guests must use Carolina Mornings written directions when accessing the property, which can be found in our Guest Portal. Thank you!
• VIP: Please be aware that you must complete a liability waiver to stay at this property. If this form is not completed within 24 hours of the Vacation Rental Addendum being signed, your reservation shall be canceled, thank you.
• 4WD/AWD Recommended. During winter months or inclement weather, a 4WD/AWD vehicle is recommended. We recommend one with sufficient clearance (i.e SUV, Truck, or raised Sedan).
• We strongly recommend CSA Travel Insurance to protect your reservation against unexpected events such as inclement weather, medical emergencies, or travel delays.
This Is a Pet-Friendly Property -- Please Read this Important Information!
• For any reservation with pets, please note that only dogs are allowed. A maximum of 2 dogs are allowed on your reservation.
• Failure to pay the pet fee may result in the cancellation of your reservation.
• The pet fee is required; undeclared pets are subject to a penalty fine per the rental agreement terms.
• The pet policies for this vacation rental, which can be found on the last page of your rental agreement, should be reviewed PRIOR TO BOOKING. Thank you!
Each reservation staying 28 days or less includes our exclusive Mountain Discovery Pass, which includes one Biltmore Estate pass, in addition to a ticket for other seasonal attractions that are sure to delight and entertain! This special offer is only available with Carolina Mornings, and is our special gift to you during your stay. (Ticket(s) must be used during your stay. Terms apply, please inquire for more information.)
This reservation includes a non-refundable damage waiver policy. If you would prefer to use a refundable security deposit, please contact our office to provide a check for the security deposit and we will refund the damage waiver. Thank you!
CAROLINA MORNINGS, INC. IS A NORTH CAROLINA CORPORATION IN THE BUSINESS OF REAL ESTATE BROKERAGE, AND DOING BUSINESS AS CAROLINA MORNINGS, LICENSE #11216.
Jump right into your mountain vacation at Blue Iris Retreat! Let the sound of the rushing river transport you to a magical mountain paradise that's well-equipped with amenities galore. This Burnsville luxury lodge is awe-inspiring in its design, featuring contemporary architecture coupled with comfortable decor that was selected with family enjoyment in mind.
Situated on the South Toe River less than an hour north of Asheville, Blue Iris Retreat offers your group the opportunity to live large. Discover the gourmet kitchen with two ovens and a wine fridge, the main bath's unique deep soaking tub, and the outdoor living space with a built-in grill and a screened deck. This spacious home has three levels of living space so everyone can spread out. Getting a good night's rest is assured at Blue Iris Retreat with the sound of the rushing river to lull you to sleep. Enjoy easy access to the main bedroom suite, or two bedrooms on the upper level. The lower level is a dream come true for kids of all ages with a huge rec room with ping pong and foosball tables, plus a bunk room with enough built-in twin beds for the whole troop. Year-round river access is a delight for those who like to discover! It's just steps down to enter the cool water for fishing, swimming, kayaking, and tubing. Privacy is yours to savor on the five-acre property. If you love dogs as much as we do, the best news about Blue Iris Retreat is that they can come too! This Asheville vacation rental is located in Burnsville and is approximately 50 minutes to downtown Asheville.
• 3 Story Home
• 4 Bedrooms: 1 King, 2 Queen, 1 Qss, 2 Double, 2 Twins Beds
• Main Level: Main Bedroom One - 1 King Bed, Ensuite Bath with Soaking Tub; Half Bath
• Upper Level: Bedroom Two - 1 Queen Bed; Shared Full Bath; Bedroom Three - 1 Queen Bed
• Lower Level: Bedroom Four - 2 Full Beds, 4 Twin Beds (Bunk Beds); Shared Shower Bath; Half Bath
• Lower Level: Queen Sleeper Sofa
Important Property Note
• No GPS Navigation. Please note, while GPS will take you to the general vicinity of Blue Iris Retreat, it will not take you directly to the home. Guests must use Carolina Mornings written directions when accessing the property, which can be found in our Guest Portal. Thank you!
• VIP: Please be aware that you must complete a liability waiver to stay at this property. If this form is not completed within 24 hours of the Vacation Rental Addendum being signed, your reservation shall be canceled, thank you.
• 4WD/AWD Recommended. During winter months or inclement weather, a 4WD/AWD vehicle is recommended. We recommend one with sufficient clearance (i.e SUV, Truck, or raised Sedan).
• We strongly recommend CSA Travel Insurance to protect your reservation against unexpected events such as inclement weather, medical emergencies, or travel delays.
This Is a Pet-Friendly Property -- Please Read this Important Information!
• For any reservation with pets, please note that only dogs are allowed. A maximum of 2 dogs are allowed on your reservation.
• Failure to pay the pet fee may result in the cancellation of your reservation.
• The pet fee is required; undeclared pets are subject to a penalty fine per the rental agreement terms.
• The pet policies for this vacation rental, which can be found on the last page of your rental agreement, should be reviewed PRIOR TO BOOKING. Thank you!
Each reservation staying 28 days or less includes our exclusive Mountain Discovery Pass, which includes one Biltmore Estate pass, in addition to a ticket for other seasonal attractions that are sure to delight and entertain! This special offer is only available with Carolina Mornings, and is our special gift to you during your stay. (Ticket(s) must be used during your stay. Terms apply, please inquire for more information.)
This reservation includes a non-refundable damage waiver policy. If you would prefer to use a refundable security deposit, please contact our office to provide a check for the security deposit and we will refund the damage waiver. Thank you!
CAROLINA MORNINGS, INC. IS A NORTH CAROLINA CORPORATION IN THE BUSINESS OF REAL ESTATE BROKERAGE, AND DOING BUSINESS AS CAROLINA MORNINGS, LICENSE #11216.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Burnsville
Located in Burnsville, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. Young's Mountain Music and Parkway Playhouse are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Parkway Flea & Farmers Market and Bakersville Main Street Market. Travelling with kids? Consider Emerald Village and Energy Xchange. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Burnsville, NC
What's nearby
- Young's Mountain Music - 9 min drive - 7.2 km
- Mount Mitchell Golf Club - 17 min drive - 18.4 km
- Penland School of Crafts - 19 min drive - 14.8 km
- Emerald Village - 20 min drive - 17.5 km
- Mount Mitchell Trailhead - 22 min drive - 22.6 km
Restaurants
- Switzerland Cafe - 22 min drive
- Switzerland Cafe & General Store - 17 min drive
- Little Switzerland Books & Beans - 22 min drive
- The Chalet - Little Switzerland - 22 min drive
- Fowl Play Pub - 22 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
2 January 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Farra W.
16 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Farra W.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Victor H.
30 April 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay by the river.
Victor H.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Eric S.
29 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend get away
Eric S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Christina V.
7 August 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house and beautiful area!
Christina V.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Luis C.
30 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Cabin and easy to get to
Luis C.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
tim v.
31 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cabin at a great location
tim v.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
courtney m.
24 July 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property
courtney m.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified
8/10 Good
Nancy B.
9 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Location, location, location
Nancy B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Richard R.
28 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
R and R
Richard R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sharen P.
19 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ultimate Relaxation Spot!
Sharen P.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Teresa J.
31 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful House
Teresa J.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer J.
12 February 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible... again!
Jennifer J.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Holly H.
23 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great space for multi-family
Holly H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Stephen C.
7 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Slice of heaven
Stephen C.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Bill H.
14 May 2018
Best ever!
Bill H.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Pamela O.
11 August 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful House and friendly town
Pamela O.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Whitney B.
20 November 2018
Exceptional!
Whitney B.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Matt B.
19 October 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding
Matt B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Moris S.
10 April 2019
Incredible house, our favorite vacation rental ever
Moris S.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
13 August 2018
The best rental in which we have stayed!
Verified traveller
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
James B.
28 February 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Stay!
James B.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ashley T.
5 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Home
Ashley T.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Ryan K.
29 May 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
One of a kind!!
Ryan K.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sheri H.
30 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Birthday celebration 🎉
Sheri H.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
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