Stargazer's Retreat

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A deck with wicker furniture, a glass-top table, and a view of a forested landscape.
A hot tub on a wooden deck with a view of trees and mountains.
A modern living room with a wooden ceiling, a large window, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a fireplace.
A living room with a brown leather sofa, a coffee table, a painting of a river, a tripod lamp, and a view through large windows.
A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling, a dining area with a table and chairs, a sofa, and a painting of a waterfall.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Panoramic mountain views
    Guests love the sweeping mountain views that frame every part of the stay.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Nantahala National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Cullowhee, NC
  • Place, Lake Glenville
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Western Carolina University
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Jocassee
    ‪51 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office

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About the area

Cullowhee

Located in Cullowhee, this holiday home is in the mountains. Jackson Hole Gem Mine and Jackson County Historic Courthouse are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Mason Mountain Mine and Whistle Stop Mall. Travelling with kids? Consider Cashiers Farmers Market and Country Side Bowling Lanes.
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Cullowhee, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake Glenville - 9 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Old Edwards Club - 28 min drive - 23.6 km
  • Western Carolina University - 33 min drive - 20.5 km
  • Dry Falls - 39 min drive - 42.9 km
  • Lake Jocassee - 51 min drive - 56.5 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Local - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Rebecca Black House - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪Fire Island - ‬36 min drive
  • ‪Omaha House - ‬33 min drive
  • ‪JJ's Eatery & Canteen - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stargazer's Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Stargazer's Retreat?

As of 14 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stargazer's Retreat on 16 Nov 2026 start from NZ$1,225, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Stargazer's Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stargazer's Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stargazer's Retreat located?

This family-friendly Cullowhee holiday home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Nantahala National Forest and Arrowmont Stables. Lake Glenville and High Falls Trail are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

8.0/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Beautiful mountain view, quiet, however there is a house directly across from it. Clean, we had an issue with no propane tanks for the fire table and grill, but it was quickly resolved! A little tough to get to if you don't have 4wd, just be aware.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review. We're so glad you enjoyed the beautiful mountain view and the quiet setting. We appreciate you letting us know about the propane issue, and we're thrilled our team was able to get that sorted quickly so you could enjoy the fire table and grill. Thanks for the heads up about the road conditions too, that's helpful info for future guests. We'd love to welcome you back anytime. The VueStay Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation 2023

This was an amazing place to stay. We enjoyed our time here very much.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Awesome family getaway!

Loved this place! Clean, great view and the fall colors were AMAZING! I drove a 2wd pilot and I was fine but, I grew up in this kind of area and know the drill. 4wd may be best. We came after Helene and this area was fortunate. The towns are open and people are great. The fam LOVES WNC and this place was perfect to get away!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A true retreat for stargazers

The family loved this place! So peaceful! We spent every morning on the deck with coffee and every evening at the fire pit. Took the telescope out to look at the moon; it was so cool. The kids played in the Yard/driveway/forest at the house. Cool towns and tons of hikes nearby with some really cool waterfalls. The home is cozy, stylish, and full of thoughtful touches that made us feel right at home. It was so quiet that we felt like we had the whole forest to ourselves. Can’t wait to go back hopefully in the fall to see the colors!! Two-wheel drive rav4 made it up with little issue.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Thanksgiving Stay

Please read listing thoroughly when booking. House is far from most things, and town. Our cars did make it, but trucks with 4x4 are best as listing does state. I imagine a truck would be the only way in snow. Fortunately, we did not have snow during our stay. Very quiet and peaceful with beautiful views. There is one issue with cleanliness which is why I gave two stars, but I’m sure that issue can be resolved.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Nov 2023
Hi, Kacey, thank you for your review. We appreciate you taking the time to provide us with your valuable feedback. We are disappointed to hear that we dropped the ball this time, as this is not the high standard of guest satisfaction and cleanliness that we hold ourselves to. We have provided your valuable feedback to our local manager to address with our housekeeping team. We look forward to hosting you for a great stay in the future.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Beautiful but hard on a vehicle

You have to have 4wheel drive or you’re not making it to the cabin. Cabin view is amazing. Lots and lots of bumps and dirt/gravel roads. Internet is spotty at best. But who goes to a mountain cabin for internet. Needs a couple larger skillets. Appliances are older but work. Was very hard on my autistic brother coming up and down.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Nov 2023
Thank you, Julie, for your feedback! We are happy you enjoyed this home. We sincerely apologize you have found few issues getting into the home. Please know that your feedback is essential, and we have passed your comments along to our local manager, who will work with the homeowner to make any updates. We truly hope to have the opportunity to impress you in the future.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
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