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Welcome to Rovers Retreat - Very Private 4 Acre Fenced Pet Friendly Property

Cabin in Glenville with kitchen and patio

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Glenville, NC
  • Place, Sapphire Valley Ski Resort
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Glenville
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Edwards Club
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Welcome to Rovers Retreat - Very Private 4 Acre Fenced Pet Friendly Property

Big view cabin and yurt!! Spectacular, panoramic mountain view residence, situated at an elevation of 4000 FEET. On a private 4 acre lot, with fur-friendly 1 BR/1.5 Bath loft cabin (750 SF) & detached 1 BR/.5 bath guest yurt.
Only 10 minutes from Cashiers, Lake Glenville & Panthertown Valley. 20 minutes to Highlands. 1 hour from Asheville and The Biltmore.
Sleeps 2 to 6 people very comfortably. Great for single person, couple (s) and kids. Large front porch with outdoor dining/seating, along with a picnic table on the lawn. HUGE 1-acre fenced yard for large & small dogs! They will enjoy their best vacation EVER! Outside has a charcoal grill and wood burning fire pit.

1 BR loft cabin with 1.5 bath, open floor plan on main level with LR, full kitchen & full bath. 2nd floor master bedroom loft with 1/2 bath and king bed. Sleeping for 2 downstairs on chaise lounger.
DirecTV satellite TV, Wi-Fi, Amazon, and Netflix. Wood burning stove, gas heat, electric heat & A/C units. Kitchen with fridge, stove, oven, microwave, small appliances, dishware, glasses, cookware & all basic utensils. W&D, full modern bath w/large walk-in shower.

Guest yurt (350 SF of a trendy, modern, insulated, circular wood-framed structure with canvas and lattice walls/ceilings; on a wood foundation) is only 100 feet away from main cabin.
The yurt has full kitchenette with fridge, stove, sink, & small appliances. Ductless HVAC system, queen bed, reclining love seat, and single cot, chair/ottoman, TV w/ built-in DVD Player/DirecTV & Wi-Fi. 1/2 bath, wood floor, surrounding windows and operable skylight. Front deck with fantastic mountain views. Note: Bathroom in winter will be winterized (water off) if temps below 32 degrees outside in the yurt.

The best amenity of this property is the 4 acre, private, 4000 foot elevation with level lawn areas (bocce ball court & corn-hole) and fenced in yard!
Just relax and enjoy the great panoramic views of Sapphire Valley and the amazing granite rock faces of the mountains. Located only 5 minutes from Panthertown Valley, aka "the Yosemite of the East." (6700 acre paradise for mountain biking, backpacking, trout fishing, clear swimming holes with beaches & hiking).
More than 20 of the finest waterfalls are within a 30 minute drive. Lake Glenville (highest elevation lake east of Mississippi) has pontoon and kayaks rentals in warm weather. Whiteside Mountain has an excellent, cliff-top view, hiking loop with 700' high cliff walls. Whitewater Falls is the highest waterfall east of the Rockies that plunges a staggering 411 feet, and Gorges State Park, aka "Gorgeous" due to its unique waterfalls, rugged river gorges, sheer rock cliffs, and awesome plant life, are both within 20 minutes of the property.

When you rent our place, with a rare, gem of a view, you get the entire property to yourselves! Sit on the adirondack chairs and enjoy a cocktail with a million dollar view, or roast some smores and enjoy the best stargazing ever!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 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)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is fine outdoors

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

About the area

Glenville

Located in Glenville, this cabin is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Jocassee and Gorges State Park, while Highlands Art Gallery and The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts are cultural highlights. Cashiers Farmers Market and Highlands Biological Station are also worth visiting. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing nearby.
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Glenville, NC

What's nearby

  • Sapphire Valley Ski Resort - 8 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Cashiers Farmers Market - 9 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Chattooga River - 9 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Lake Glenville - 13 min drive - 9.1 km
  • Old Edwards Club - 18 min drive - 14.9 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Tavern @ High Hampton - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Local - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Fix - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wildcat Cliffs Country Club - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Casa Amigos - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to Rovers Retreat - Very Private 4 Acre Fenced Pet Friendly Property pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Welcome to Rovers Retreat - Very Private 4 Acre Fenced Pet Friendly Property?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to Rovers Retreat - Very Private 4 Acre Fenced Pet Friendly Property?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to Rovers Retreat - Very Private 4 Acre Fenced Pet Friendly Property located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is steps from Nantahala National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Sapphire Valley Ski Resort and Signal Ridge Marina. Cashiers Farmers Market and The Village Green are also within 6 miles (10 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. 138 out of 143 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 143 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 143 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 143 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 143 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jamie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kim was great to work with and we loved staying at her property. The yard and view are amazing! Our two dogs enjoyed the yard and it was safe for them to explore. My daughter loved the swing! Great location to explore the NC mountains and go for a hike. We look forward to coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay at Rovers Retreat. Everything was as advertised and it was exactly what we were looking for. The views were amazing, the beds were extremely comfortable, and our pup loved being able to roam the property. We hope to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super clean cabin! We had a wonderful time. Very quaint and private! We will definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful property, very communicative host. We all loved it and highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at this property. Everything is as advertised and the communication with the owner, Kim, was fantastic. The location, views, outdoor space and size of shower were all top notch. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison B.

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

Peaceful retreat with amazing views

We adored our stay at Rover's Retreat and would recommend this place to anyone with dogs looking for a relaxing stay in the mountains. We loved it and would love to come back again one day!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Kristen W.

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

Beautiful view!

We enjoyed our stay in this cabin. The view is beautiful! Had a couple of minor issues but the owner was very responsive to help get it corrected. So many great hikes in the area and the cabin was dog friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron C., Spartanburg, SC

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

Wonderful Getaway

Clean property and accurate listing. Yurt is fun! Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam S.

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

As advertised

Enjoyed
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

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

Wonderful, private stay in the mountains!

I cannot recommend Rovers Retreat enough!! The cabin was perfect, very cute, with very comfortable amenities and everything that we needed for our stay. The property is absolutely beautiful with an incredible view right out the front door. We loved sitting at the picnic table, in the Adirondack chairs, and around the fire pit. My kids loved the hammock and swing, too. There are so many great places to hike and explore nearby - definitely recommend Rainbow Falls. The owner was just wonderful, very communicative, kind, and helpful! Our dogs had the best time ever and we're so happy to come along! The fenced in property gave them plenty of room to roam. You won't regret staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

John P.

Perfect for us!

My wife and I stayed at Rover's Retreat with our two dogs for the week of Oct. 28 - Nov. 4. This was our second year staying at the cabin for the last week of October to enjoy the peak foliage. The cabin and yurt is perfect for us... cozy with all of the conveniences you could want. The yurt is fun to relax in and was just what we needed for a guest that spent two nights with us. We look forward to another visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

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

Incredible location!

The phots and description does not do this place justice. It was well stocked and very clean. It is a simple cabin that has been created to allow for total relaxation. Has a lovely firepit with chairs to relax qnd enjoy the mountain view. Even if it rains the chairs on the porch make it perfect to curl up and listen. Our 1 year old pup absolutely loved being able to run and play and chase down her ball or Frisby.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andria P.

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

Cabin paradise!

The minute we drove in we knew we would love it. The cabin was perfect for a couple and the view wa terrific. Our dogs also give the compound 5 stars! They got to be outside from morning till night with no leash in sight. Our visitors adored the yurt and the location was perfect. We hiked everyday and we’re close to some really lovely restaurants. A perfect vacation! Thank you to our attentive hosts who were always a text away- not that we needed anything.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen R., Boca Raton, FL

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

Rover's retreat is awesome!

My husband and I and our three dogs loved it so much that we've already booked our return trip! The views are amazing (the best mountain views we've ever experienced), and the cabin is so rustic yet modern that we felt it a true mountain experience. Our pups loved the large, fenced yard, and we did too with its fire pit, comfy chairs, swing, and hammock. We enjoyed the beautiful wildflowers growing everywhere and the butterflies that they attracted, the beautiful and fragrant blooming dogwood trees, and the various birds that visited every day, especially the whip-poor-wills that came at dusk!! Although we didn’t use it, the yurt was so fabulous that we wished we had had guests or kids to enjoy it. The location cannot be beat with Ingles for shopping only ten minutes down the mountain, Panthertown’s western Salt Rock Gap trailhead 3-miles up the road, and proximity to Cashiers, Highlands, and Brevard. We can’t wait for our next visit!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had wonderful and relaxing time at Rover’s Retreat Oct 5-9. We loved how cozy the cabin was and our girls (11 and 14) enjoyed staying in the yurt! The location was great and the views were beautiful! Our dog,Piper, loved being able to roam freely around the fenced in property and check everything out! Kim, the owner was very responsive and communication was excellent! Some of our favorite adventures were Whiteside Mountain, Dry Falls, Cullasaja Falls, Whitewater Falls, High Falls which we hiked from the lower entrance, and Silver Run Falls! We enjoyed the pizza from Slab Town and loved the food and vibe at Happ’s place in Glenville. Our favorite coffee stop was at Outpost Inn in Highlands. We played some family corn hole that was available at the cabin, and the girls loved the swing! We look forward to coming back and exploring and relaxing more!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our retreat was Awesome! The most restful vacation I’ve ever taken. Our 2 pups enjoyed their freedom on the property and chasing resident wildlife. Squirrels mostly (white ones too) ! Wonderful, comfortable , well equipped cabin with Beautiful long range, mountain ridge to valley views looking toward E/SE. The owner was very friendly, courteous , informative, communicative and responsive. No issue with booking or our stay . Plenty of outdoor activities nearby for those seeking mountain adventure, nature, culture, history, relaxation, etc. “Rovers Retreat” it’s a wonderful place to hang your leash…..
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great experience -- we enjoyed the cabin and yurt, and the property is very serene and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We LOVED our weekend getaway at Rover's Retreat!! Our pups made full use of all of the smells within the large, fenced outdoor area. The home itself was clean and cozy with all the big touches (fully supplied kitchen, washer/dryer, quality linens/bedding) and small touches (bug screen on the door so we could enjoy the cool mountain air while cooking and letting our pups roam outside, traction strips on the wood stairs, providing a flashlight and dry firewood) to make our stay perfect. We were close to multiple points of interest while also having utter peace and seclusion. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

mikhail s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was amazing. Comfortable place. The surroundings are amazing. Great area for the pups to play.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent! Wonderful mountain cabin! Beautiful grounds and view. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stellar views. Relaxed environment. We came home reinvigorated. Our English Setter “Biscuit” gave it two big paws up!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

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

Mountain Majesty!

What an Amazing property with a magnificent view! Close to town but far enough away to feel secluded. Our dog loved being able to run completely free around the property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlene F.

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

Perfect Retreat

This was the perfect retreat for us and for our dogs after the hurricane in Asheville. Kim knew we did not have water and were looking for a break for a couple of days to take showers and to do laundry. She was incredibly responsive and thoughtful. The property was amazing, allowing us a break while allowing our dogs to roam. Just what we needed and they absolutely loved it. We could not have chosen a better location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lena J.

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

Rover's Retreat Getaway

Adorable cabin, so well built and perfectly designed. The landscape is absolutely gorgeous and perfect for dogs to roam safely! The host is great as well. We very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry O.

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

AMAZING EXPERIENCE

Where to start.... First of all this property is one of a kind and exceeds the description and pictures. The hosts were extremely helpful and made us feel like family. Given the recent devastation of Hurricane Helene we were concerned about traveling but Kim and Brad were communicative and helped to put all our fears at ease. The cabin is extremely clean, grounds well maintained, and the amenities unmatched. Our 3 year old Shepadoodle had the time of his life, as did we! We are already thinking about our next trip and you should too!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

About the host

Hosted by Brad & Kim Pickerel

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This property has been in the family for over 40 years and we have converted it to rental property for others to enjoy. We live 2 hours away in Georgia and use the property a few times a year to escape the rat race of metro Atlanta. My father purchased the property in the 1970's, started a real estate company, and lived in Cashiers for 45 years. He is now retired to SC and are we are part owners of the property. The original house burned down in 2005; we kept the land and converted the remaining detached garage into a loft cabin in 2010. We plan to keep the property in the family name for years to come.

Why they chose this property

My father wanted acreage with privacy/big view but close to Cashiers for work and golf.

What makes this property unique

Spectacular, sweeping long-range views, 3-acre knob with level lot. Very private, no other homes in site. All the comforts of home in a setting of natural beauty unlike any other. The yurt was added years later as second bedroom studio after the original cabin was built. The yurt was chosen as something unique to the outdoor experience. This "living in the round" unit is world class manufacturing with high quality durability and designed to withstand the harshest environments by RAINIERYURTS in Washington State. Structural safety, tension cables, foundation, roof fabric, wind (withstand 95 to 105 m.p.h), snow loads, fallen trees, animal attacks, protection from the elements, fire, mold & mildew, radiant heat barrier insulation for walls and environmental friendly were the main components in design.

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