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Relaxation Station on Grassy Mountain - Open April though October

Family-friendly cabin in Little Switzerland

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R Place - Double Decks
View from R Place
Shady Circle Drive
Kitchen/Dining Area
Conversation Corner

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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  • Place, Mount Mitchell
  • Place, Emerald Village
  • Place, The Orchard at Altapass

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

Relaxation Station on Grassy Mountain - Open April though October

Nestled off a private loop on Grassy Mountain near Little Switzerland, a rental cabin awaits you. 'R' Place is a family-owned 3-bedroom cabin named for the Matriarch (Ruby) who envisioned a place of Relaxation, Rest, Rejuvenation, and Refreshing activities. The double-decked structure offers a view of Mt. Mitchell and sometimes a bear and her cubs. It is the perfect place to enjoy a family dinner and a movie or to plan the next day's adventure. Relax in the large Jacuzzi tub and refresh yourself with a good night's sleep in one of the Sleep Number beds.

The cabin is unique with the wood for the interior taken through the whole process by builder/owner Dan. Decorated with a mix of antiques and comfortable new furniture 'R' Place lends itself to be your vacation haven.

Keywords: mountain retreat,cabin,3-level home,secluded, woods

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

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, a first aid kit 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

About the area

Little Switzerland

Little Switzerland is home to this cabin. Museum of North Carolina Minerals and Young's Mountain Music 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 Woodys Chair Shop. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Map
Little Switzerland, NC

What's nearby

  • Emerald Village - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • The Orchard at Altapass - 14 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Penland School of Crafts - 23 min drive - 25.3 km
  • Lake James - 35 min drive - 32.8 km
  • Linville Caverns - 37 min drive - 37.4 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Western Sizzlin - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Puerto Nuevo - Fresh Mex & Seafood - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Mi Morelia - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxation Station on Grassy Mountain - Open April though October pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Relaxation Station on Grassy Mountain - Open April though October?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxation Station on Grassy Mountain - Open April though October?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relaxation Station on Grassy Mountain - Open April though October located?

Set in Little Switzerland, this family-friendly cabin is within 6 mi (10 km) of Museum of North Carolina Minerals, Emerald Village and Parkway Flea & Farmers Market. Woodys Chair Shop and Pisgah National Forest are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 115 out of 123 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 123 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 123 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 123 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 123 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lois B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family really enjoyed our 4 day weekend at Relaxation Station! We could not get WIFI at this time, because of the damage from hurricane Helene. You don't need WIFI with this spectacular view. We had booked for 8 people, but only 4 got to go, so we had space galore. Everything was expected, with plenty of everything you would need. Would love to go again for longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gray w., Lake Placid FL

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

Nice place

Had a wonderful time Weather was great
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paige G.

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

Beautiful Mountain getaway!

We loved this beautiful mountain home. It was very clean and comfortable and had a beautiful views. There was lots of space and much to do. There were several televisions and lots of books and games. We really enjoyed the pool table. It was a great place to be with family.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley W.

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

Awesome Vacation Place

I loved the cabin layout. It is great for family or friends. Plenty of room and privacy for all. Beautiful view of the Mountain. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam S.

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

Piece of Heaven

Spectacular view with comfy amenities and 3 floors of room to spread out. Had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Thomas and Janet G., Raleigh, NC

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

Mountain Getaway

We enjoyed celebrating our anniversary at this charming, rustic cabin. The views were spectacular! The only downside was the long (1 mile +) one-lane dirt road that was rather difficult driving up the mountain in a sedan.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Cameron T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

nice

Nice but difficult to get to.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

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

Amazing & peaceful cabin

Wonderful experience at this little slice of heaven. Lois was very helpful and easily reachable. The cabin far exceeded our expectations with every possible comfort. It's in a wonderful location if you’re looking to disconnect. Also close to endless hiking and outdoor activities we very much enjoyed. We will definitely be back 🙏❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Rocky road

The property itself would have been very accommodating. We however arrived on motorcycles and the drive which is about a mile and a quarter long to get to the property was not motorcycle friendly as described before we rented. We could hardly get to the property once we did, we were stranded there until morning. The owner was very accommodatin, she let us stay one night which we paid for along with the cleaning fees and we're still working with VRBO to get our taxes that were charged in full to us. Of course we were penalized for leaving early but we could never have made it out of the driveway and back everyday twice a day to do our motorcycle rides around the areas. If you have a four-wheel drive you could possibly manage the drive way. Unfortunately we were not able to manage on the 1.5 mile drive to get there due to the road being washed out and replaced with big heavy stones, too thick for the motorcycle to be able to maneuver safely.. Otherwise the property would have been nice for a group to vacation..
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

James A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host is super welcoming and cordial. The location is absolutely gorgeous and amazing. Overall this cabin on the mountain exceeded our expectations.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
From our initial booking, communicating with Lois was a delight. We were already excited to getaway as a little family but she sweetened the deal with her kindness. She even gave us ideas of things to do locally with our kids ages 4-10! Our family loved the cabin -- it was literally a little piece of paradise. The views were spectacular and we were able to disconnect and truly enjoy time together. If you're looking for a place to getaway, look no further!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The ride up to the cabin was intimidating (especially the first time!) but totally worth it! The view was beyond our expectations. Lois and Dan made sure we had everything we needed to make our stay memorable. Movies, books, games, places to snuggle and more. Loved it!!
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Vallerie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed with my grand girls for a night. It was clean, comfortable, definitely family friendly. Lois was friendly and responded even though she was at a dinner . The only issue we had was there was no WiFi ( which Lois told me about) due to the hurricane . Unfortunately it should have had excellent cell service per the description on VRBO. We did not get cell service. Maybe it was our carrier since Lois and other guests didn’t have a problem (we had Verizon). We left a day early because we couldn’t search for things to do. The driveway was gravel but my CRV had no problems getting to the house. View was amazing. Would definitely stay here again if I was with others not so dependent on the cell service. Lois was quick to correct the issue monetarily.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melodie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was most helpful, everyone enjoyed their stay and wished could of stayed longer. Nice views
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, just as described. Well equipped house with everything you could need. Plenty of books, movies, board games, etc., and Pool Table and Foosball in basement to entertain if you need it. Or just take in the spectacular views from the back decks. Lois communicated very well, and everything was great!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mark g.

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

Relaxation Station is an accurate name for this place

Wonderful stay, with plenty of room for a good sized family. Tucked in the woods gives you a real sense of your surroundings. Other than constant planes flown over head ( flying lessons I believe from local airstrip), peace and tranquility
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie H.

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

Perfect getaway

Our family had a delightful stay on top of Grassy Mountain! The home was spotless when we arrived and found everything as expected. The drive to the house was gorgeous and thankfully Lois gave us great directions. The house feels super remote but it’s actually not a bad little trip back down to the restaurants/Inn…we actually walked it on the afternoon of July 4th for the community parade which was super fun. We didn’t really use the kitchen for much more than coffee and reheating restaurant leftovers but it seemed adequately stocked. Overall it was an A experience. Also- check out their photo album of building the cabin- fascinating to see how a house on the top of a mountain actually gets built!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The most amazing weekend :)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

william s.

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

Fantastic place, excellent view and very quiet

House was very clean and comfortable. The area is amazing with the mountains and switchback roads. This house is all about relaxing ! Communication with host was excellent
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobby T.

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

Beautiful Home!

The property was as wonderful as the description! Everything was clean and well- cared for. The road up to the house was a bit of an adventure, but that just added to the fun. We will definitely be going again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery C.

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

Wonderful getaway

The cabin is quaint yet very spacious for larger groups. Mornings with the sunrise on the Black Mountains, and then sunsets sinking behind the mountains is breathtaking. There is plenty of activities locally to enjoy. With Ashville a short drive away the possibilities are endless. This is a great place to getaway and just relax for awhile. We'll definitely be coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

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

Wonderful Cabin in the Mountains

We absolutely loved this cabin. There was plenty of space, lots of books and games, and the location was exactly what we wanted. The views were amazing. We hope to travel back and take our kids there next time. This could be a tricky area in the winter if there is snow so keep that in mind. The whole cabin had such an amazing honey feeling. This would be a great experience for anyone looking in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra S.

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

Great trip!

Very peaceful and beautiful views. Loved the porch swings.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon W.

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

The perfect spot for a family!

This was a perfect place for family bonding time. Just far enough away to be alone and close to everything. We enjoyed the atmosphere immensely. We were able to cook together in the nice kitchen and use the grill to keep food costs down. The dining table was huge and we did a puzzle on it and ate outside on the deck though. Super cozy. All of the floors were well appointed and instructions were clear about everything. So many sleeping options helped make it easy for us to decide where everyone went, but honestly they were all good options. The basement was fun. The games were great! Not sure why anyone would watch much TV there, but we did snuggle up and watch a movie one night. I’ve seen some people say that the road is tough, but if you keep your car in low gear and obey the 8 mph speed limit, it’s a piece of cake. Cant speak for the winter, but snow is always crazy to drive on in the mountains.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colette M.

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

Little Switzerland

Very nice cabin,clean and spacious! The road to cabin was gravel and only one car at a time. We had no trouble but prayed often that we wouldn't meet another car! We loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Lois Carter

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This house is owned by Dan and sister Lois. We fell in love with Little Switzerland while traveling the Blue Ridge Parkway. We bought the property 20 years ago and finished this house in 2010. We harvested trees from the site and the family farm in West Virginia to make flooring and poplar paneling and cabinets. Both of us are retired teachers and enjoy our time in the mountains with our families.

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