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A rustic cabin with a covered porch and a garage, surrounded by dense forest.
A rustic cabin surrounded by dense forest, with a stone pathway leading to a wooden structure.
A well-maintained lawn with a variety of trees and shrubs in the background.
An outdoor covered patio with wooden tables and chairs, a small bar area, and a view of the surrounding trees and houses.
A stainless steel grill station with a gas tank, a sink, and a portable table with a house model.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade and game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
Sleeps 13•4 bedrooms•6 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Winston-Salem, NC
  • Place, Reynolda Manor Public Library
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Reynolda Manner Shopping Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Wake Forest University
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Winston-Salem, NC (INT-Smith Reynolds)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Guest Bedroom

1 King Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

Upstairs

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Upstairs bedroom

+1
1 Queen Bed and 4 Single Beds

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 ensuite to master

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Mountain retreat minutes from Wake Forest.

No one who visits isn't left for words.. Four bedrooms, two on the main level and two up, plus four full baths make for an easy share situation for family or couples.
The house is a product of our imaginations and skill levels.

This has been our home since the early 90's. It was a bit cramped and "tired" when we bought it but we expanded as our boys grew. We are happy to share it now so that others can feel the the "ahhhh..." as you drive down the curvy driveway. We live in a quiet neighborhood surrounded by friends of over 30 years we are really sensitive to noise limits. WE STRICTLY ENFORCE A 10:00 OUTDOOR NOISE CURFEW. We hope you understand.

The following events have minimum stays.
Spring and Fall Furniture Market 4 nights.
WFU Graduation 4 nights.
WFU Homecoming 3 nights
Thanksgiving 4 nights
Christmas 4 nights.

Our outdoor porch is a lovely place to gather. We do ask that you keep the volume low out here as the topography really makes voices travel. We are in a quiet neighborhood so we like to be respectful of our neighbors. We have a small fire pit on the porch as well. Do be careful. We have a fireplace in the living room (currently it is not operable due to chimney issues) and wood stove in the kitchen which we have just discovered to have an issue with the chimney. Old houses!!! We have a gas grill. The yard is large and rambling. Do keep and eye on your children.


***NO WEDDINGS OR EVENTS MAY BE HOSTED HERE. QUIET FAMILIES WELCOME. THANK YOU.
***SPECIAL REQUEST: Please, no perfumes, hairspray, or scented candles indoors - homeowner is sensitive to smells. !If you must use these products, please do so outdoors. Thank you.
***We are dog friendly please ask us about our pet deposit policy.

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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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
Well-behaved dogs welcome. No cats please.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside only
If you need early check-in or late check-out, a small fee applies. Please check with host to discuss.
Must check with owner first before bringing dogs.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 511151vb
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

About the area

Winston-Salem

Located in Winston-Salem, this holiday home is in the city centre. Hanes Mall and Reynolda Manner Shopping Center are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Historic Bethabara Park and Reynolda Gardens. Airbound Trampoline Park and Forest Hills are also worth visiting. Take some time off to enjoy the winery tours and health/beauty spas in the area, or get some fresh air with adventures like hiking and mountain climbing nearby.
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Winston-Salem, NC

What's nearby

  • Reynolda Manor Public Library - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Reynolda Manner Shopping Center - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Wake Forest University - 4 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Benton Convention Center - 11 min drive - 10.4 km
  • Hanes Mall - 13 min drive - 14.0 km

Getting around

  • Winston-Salem, NC (INT-Smith Reynolds) - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mama Zoë Michael's Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain retreat minutes from Wake Forest. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

How much is parking at Mountain retreat minutes from Wake Forest.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mountain retreat minutes from Wake Forest.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain retreat minutes from Wake Forest.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mountain retreat minutes from Wake Forest. located?

Located in the heart of Winston-Salem, this holiday home is 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Reynolda Manor Public Library and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Wake Forest University. Reynolda Manner Shopping Center and Historic Bethabara Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 36 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 36 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 36 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 36 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rance K.

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

Great location

As advertised
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 August 2022
Thanks for booking with us . We hope to host you again on your next visit to Winston-Salem.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

VIRGINIA W.

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

2024 WSNC Retreat

Wonderful accommodations for planning meetings and bonding time as well as potential for other activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 October 2024
Thank you for booking with us. Hope you all can stay again! Sincerely, Susan and Jeff
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rodney B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cool and eclectic interior. We spent most of our time in the kitchen or sleeping. This was a terrific house.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sellers

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second time staying here - the second time was even better than the first: the house is a little bit like seeing an old friend! It’s comforting and familiar and so welcoming - the house, itself, is magical, and its proximity to so many lovely things in Winston-Salem, while somehow maintaining an illusion of being in its own world, makes for a really lovely trip. You can do and see everything you want and then retreat to a warm, winding house. It’s wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth W.

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

Great Getaway in the City

Four adults had a great getaway at this truly unique property. We delighted in watching the birds from the kitchen window, grilling out on the covered porch,, curling up on the couches, and admiring the artwork in every room. We felt away from it all but only minutes away from any attraction. We’d love to learn more about the history of the house!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cara T.

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

Perfect!

This home was the best in every way. Location, space, outside deck, fully-equipped kitchen, multiple tvs for watching every game and on and on! We loved our weekend so much. If you have a large group of couples or families with kids- book this house immediately!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P. P.

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

This OUTRAGEOUS house did not disappoint!!!

We loved our stay in this house - so many visually interesting things to look at and plenty of hang out spaces for our family! It was conducive to cozy chats with little nooks and larger group fun with the rec room complete with pool table, large TV and dart board! Amazing! The owners were responsive and accommodating - we are so grateful we found this place and hope to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sellers

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

Tucked Away Gem

This house feels like your worlds away from the city - and yet you’re only ten minutes from so many things, including trails, gardens and restaurants, and only about half an hour from state parks. The property is interesting, cozy and spacious enough that people can tuck themselves away when they need a moment. It’s a lovely house that’s quirky in all the wonderful ways - I would move in tomorrow!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Molly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was such a delight to stay in this wonderful love- and fun-filled home. We all fell head-over-heels for the home and property! Every little detail is perfect and so very special. There is beauty, creativity, and treasures everywhere you look! Convenient location, lots of amazing indoor and outdoor gathering spaces, everything you could ever need, and so much to see and do! We enjoyed every minute and hope to come back! We also had the pleasure of meeting the lovely and talented owners and learning more about the property's history and the many special memories made there over the years. We enjoyed every minute and hope to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard F.

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

Family Reunion

We have family in WS but didn't want to overrun their house with 10 people and the family dog. This worked perfect, it became the meet up for Christmas Eve and Christmas celebration. Our family enjoyed this reunion which brought members spanning several generations from Miami, Atlanta, and Chapel Hill together. Susan and Jeff kept us informed of pertinent information about the house and the blistering cold front that came through that week. Highly recommend to any large group getting together in Winston Salem for Wake events or reunions.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

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

Amazing house

This was our second stay in this home, both occasions for a nearby swimrun race. We love this house - so much character. We had 7-8 adults and easily could have slept the full 10. Plenty of space. We cooked both meals there, and really enjoyed the outdoor covered patio area. Thank you for sharing your home. It's such a significant piece of special memories from our weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

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

Good vibes

Amazing house in a location close to Winston-Salem yet on a lot that feels remote. The home exudes charisma, warmth, with a sense of artistic fun. The gardens, huge porch and layout allowed community and private space. So easy to book and communicate with. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

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

Wonderful House, Great Location

This house in the woods is wonderful. The kitchen is well stocked. Great outdoor space for a glass of wine or two or three! Wake Forest Univ and Reynolda Village are less than a 5 minute drive. Grocery stores and lots of restaurants are close by.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan D.

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

Super Fun House

This house was an absolute joy to stay in. We took our parents and inlaws to the Paul McCartney concert and had 9 total people with kids in the house. Every corner is a different discovery. Property was as advertised. No surprises. WiFi worked great. It's in a very nice area within 5 minutes of a grocery store and multiple restaurants. Thank you for sharing your home with us! Our favorite restaurant was Mama Zoe's...absolutely amazing. Definitely worth checking out.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

Cool Vibe!

We enjoyed our recent weekend stay. The house was perfect accommodations for our group. Best outdoor porch!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Claire S.

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

Wonderful, eclectic home

The property owners were lovely. This is not a vacation home that is rented most of the time- this is a family home that is available to borrow- so the imprint of the family is very evident here vs a more hotel-like atmosphere. We loved it- especially the heated floor in the kitchen and surrounding woods.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maribeth D.

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

Unique and serene stay

This house is one of the most unique places I’ve stayed. The owners have put a lot of work into decorating with cool artwork and keeping the yard looking great. Our family stayed here and the kids loved exploring the yard, playing pool, and bird watching.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brandon C.

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

Great house, great host!

We've stayed here multiple times, and have always had wonderful experiences with the host and the house itself!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Neil H.

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

Beautiful, Eclectic, and Creative

This is a beautiful, and unique property. While many of the construction materials of this home seem to be repurposed from industrial buildings, it still has a very warm, welcoming, and cozy feel. Overall, we were very happy with the property, and felt more like we were in the N.C. mountains, as opposed to Winston Salem.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Valda G.

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

A Natural Santuary

Susan and Jeff have created a wonderful retreat. We had a wonderful time and the home was the sanctuary!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 December 2021
Thank you for staying with us. So glad you enjoyed the place.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Hunter S.

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

Excellent accommodations for our family!

Loved the home and its surroundings!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kira E.

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

Unique stay

This place was fun and quirky. The owners were super sweet and helpful! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

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

Another great stay

Wonderful property and rental for a family gathering. Owners are easy to work with and the home has space for 10+ comfortably. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Brian T.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great home and a wonderful getaway!!

Our plans changed last minute and we were looking for options for a getaway in NC, we weren't planning on going to Winston-Salem, but when I found this home it looked like a wonderful option for our group...and we were not disappointed!! The home was everything we hoped for our group, lots of space, big kitchen, comfy rooms, fun den/game room, firepit and a big covered space outside to enjoy the evenings. Loved how the owners built and decorated the space and how it felt like you were hidden away from everyone with the trees and woods around us. Great home and would definitely recommend this rental to our friends and family!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brandon C.

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

Great property and great host

This was our third visit to this unique home, and we love it! We love the common areas and especially the pavilion and firepit. Susan is a wonderful host, great communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020

About the host

Hosted by Susan MacIntosh 3364075861 or Jeff MacIntosh 3369180107

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Our home is the product of who we are; an interior designer and a Realtor who wants to be an architect. Featured in Winston Salem Magazine, this 3400 s.f. (website hidden) is part log cabin and part cutting edge hi tech. Relaxing, peaceful, serene. We are in the middle of the woods yet ten minutes from downtown and a mile and a half from Wake Forest University. All mod cons including WiFi, cable, lots of parking. We built this house to relax in. We live here when not accommodating guests. We have enjoyed our experience staying in others homes around the world and thought we would share our place with fellow travelers. We hope you will enjoy it as much as we do!



Why they chose this property

The house and location are unique in that we are 7-8 minutes from Winston Salem's excellent and vibrant downtown and yet once you drive down the driveway you feel a million miles from its hustle and bustle.

What makes this property unique

We are located in a neighborhood called Lake of the Woods where the elite of Winston Salem built their hunting cabins in the 1930's. Our house was built as a one room log cabin by the Hanes family, of Hanes Hosiery. Many, many iterations later it is a structure that wows everyone who visits. Nearby are many restaurants, Indian, Italian, Chinese, Mexican, and several very good mid to upper level American. One note, the house has several level changes and may not be suitable for some guests. My 86 year old mother-in-law does fine but wanted to make you aware.

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