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Private Retreat with Gorgeous Mountain Views
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9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4111.5 sq m
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Explore the area
Balsam, NC
- Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance7 min drive
- Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center21 min drive
- Maggie Valley Festival Grounds29 min drive
- Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Private Retreat with Gorgeous Mountain Views
Offering monthly discounts for persons affected by Helene. Looking for a peaceful mountain getaway with gorgeous scenery? BalsamSKY is a perfect couple’s retreat! This modern vacation rental home, located on 30 private acres, offers guests sweeping mountain views of the Black Balsams and spectacular sunsets over Water Rock Knob. Guests experience absolute privacy in a comfortable home filled with fine art and local crafts. The property is conveniently located near the Blue Ridge Parkway, between the historic mountain towns of Waynesville and Sylva.
The cottage is one level (4 steps up the deck to the front door). Children over twelve years old are welcome. Small non-shedding dogs considered. The entire property is non-smoking. The location is convenient to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Asheville, Cherokee, the Biltmore House, rafting, fishing, hiking and shopping.
Please ask relevant questions BEFORE you request to book, and make sure that you indicate exactly how many guests and whether you are traveling with a pet.
The cottage is one level (4 steps up the deck to the front door). Children over twelve years old are welcome. Small non-shedding dogs considered. The entire property is non-smoking. The location is convenient to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Asheville, Cherokee, the Biltmore House, rafting, fishing, hiking and shopping.
Please ask relevant questions BEFORE you request to book, and make sure that you indicate exactly how many guests and whether you are traveling with a pet.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Gym
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 13–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking anywhere on the property.
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
About the area
Balsam
Located in Balsam, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Museum of North Carolina Handicrafts and LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Shelton House and Jackson County Historic Courthouse. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Smoky Mountain Jumphouse, or consider a night out at Folkmoot Friendship Center. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking, hiking/biking trails and hunting nearby.
Balsam, NC
What's nearby
- Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance - 7 min drive - 3.3 km
- Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 21 min drive - 20.8 km
- Wheels Through Time Museum - 29 min drive - 24.1 km
- Maggie Valley Festival Grounds - 29 min drive - 24.5 km
- Western Carolina University - 33 min drive - 30.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Taco Bell - 13 min drive
- Cookout - 13 min drive
- Papas & Beer - 13 min drive
- Fuego - 13 min drive
- Clyde's Restaurant - 13 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Beverly Rhoads
I grew up on Balsam, and have owned property there for over 35 years. BalsamSKY is now the getaway cottage for my wife and me on 30 acres of my beautiful WNC mountain homeland. Since we are both college professors living and working in Virginia, we share our cottage with rental guests who desire a quiet mountain vacation in a charming cottage with a fabulous mountain view. We have two delightful small dogs, Skiff and Jingle, who love the property as much as we do. In addition to our NC property, we own and operate seasonal rentals on the Panhandle of Florida (VRBO 885529) and the coast of Maine (VRBO 402534). Obviously, we love to travel and enjoy the outdoors.
Why they chose this property
As people who enjoy outdoor adventure and living in a natural environment, we love the setting. We hike, bike and run from the front door, though the climb back up is interesting! BalsamSKY is convenient to all that we love about WNC--the Blue Ridge Parkway, the Nantahala Outdoor Center, Tsali, and everything Asheville.
What makes this property unique
What's most unique about our property is that it's a reasonably sized cottage that is well-kept, affordable, and completely private. The setting offers great mountain views and comfortable accommodations. If you are looking for quiet and peaceful mountain experience without the crowds, BalsamSKY is for you.
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