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Continental Divide Retreat Beautiful Sunsets Long Range Views Peaceful Tranquil
Holiday home in Spruce Pine with kitchen and balcony
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10241.5 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Spruce Pine, NC
- Place, The Orchard at Altapass2 min drive
- Place, Emerald Village16 min drive
- Place, Linville Caverns26 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Basement Bedroom
1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds
Master Bedroom (Main Floor)
1 King Bed
Upstairs 3rd Bedroom
2 Single Beds
Upstairs Queen Bed
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Basement Bathroom
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Half Bath on Main Floor
Toilet
Master Bath
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Upstairs Bathroom
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Continental Divide Retreat Beautiful Sunsets Long Range Views Peaceful Tranquil
You can watch the sunset over the mountains or a rainbow hovering over the valley's mist. Enjoy the mountain laurel in the spring, the cool, refreshing summers, and the incredible fall colors.
The home comfortably sleeps up to 10 adults with ample space for dining and games.
Minutes away, you can enjoy downtown Spruce Pine, Little Switzerland, gem mining, horseback riding, craft studios, mountain music, unique restaurants, and hiking.
Our home is an excellent location for exploring what Western NC has to offer. Grandfather Mountain, Asheville, Linville Gorge, Roan Mountain, Wolf Ridge Ski Resort, Tubing, White Water Rafting, Linville Caverns, Golf, Skiing, Zip Lining, hiking, and so much more is all within an hour's drive.
Of course, if you'd rather take it easy, Continental Divide Retreat is fully equipped with all the comforts of home. You can pack light, as we supply all the linens, towels, and paper products for your stay. The kitchen is fully furnished with pots, pans, and place settings for eight or more.
This is a SMOKE-FREE and PET-FREE environment! Please don't smoke in our home or outside on the decks. Pets are not allowed out of respect for future guests.
If you can't bear the thought of unplugging, we have high-speed Internet. You may sign in to your favorite streaming service to watch TV.
The main floor is wheelchair accessible, with a 4-inch step from the driveway to the porch and a 6-inch step up from the porch to the house. All doorways are wheelchair accessible.
The property owners are not responsible for accidents, injuries, or illnesses that occur while visiting our home. I'm sure you can understand that we can't be responsible for the loss of personal belongings or valuables. By accepting the opportunity to stay in our home, you agree to assume the risk of any harm arising from your use of the premises or others whom you invite to the home.
OUR GUESTS SAY IT BEST!
"We've been rental customers for many years. This is our favorite!." Jill, July 2025
"We absolutely LOVE the house, the view, the location of the house and the area." Brenda, June 2025
"You feel like you are the only one on the mountain. We love it and can’t wait to go back." Lisa, May 2025
"The view is absolutely breathtaking. Morning coffee on the deck was a favorite. The house is very spacious and accommodating. You feel like you are alone on the mountain but there is shopping five minutes away. This was not our first stay here and definitely not our last." Lisa, August 2024.
"The view is absolutely breathtaking. Morning coffee on the deck was a favorite. The house is very spacious and accommodating. You feel like you are alone on the mountain but there is shopping five minutes away. This was not our first stay here and definitely not our last." Lisa, August 2024
"The view from the deck was fantastic." Tom S., April, 2024
"We are already talking about coming back." Tom, May 2024
We loved this home in the mountains of NC so much I am hesitant to leave this review because it will be completely booked up once the secret is out.
Perfect tranquil getaway. View is great and the house was beautiful. Quiet mornings and evenings looking over the foggy valley made this a great retreat for us. Brandon November 23
"Two words.... the view!" Katie, Apr 2021
WOW! Best VRBO yet!
We definitely want to stay here again! Clean, beautiful, functional. Hosts were amazing! No one will be disappointed here. Lovely area. We saw deer on our walks.
"Do not hesitate! This was a perfect, easy to access- mountain home, with a million dollar view." Carey, Nov 2021
Best vacation rental I've ever booked. House has phenomenal views from the back porch; it's nicely decorated and well equipped; was exceptionally clean. It's off the beaten path in a quiet area, but conveniently located to grocery stores." Bruce, Oct 2021
"It was very comfortable for our family gathering of 10 persons with enough space to have private time when needed." Paula, June 2021
"The pictures don’t do justice, we will absolutely come back and stay here, very spacious and the downstairs area was great for my son and his friends" Elina, Mar 2021
"Amazing home, location is great home was spotless, the home had everything our group of 8 needed for a weekend trip to the mountains." Cameron, Feb 2021
"Magnificent views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. "Millon-dollar view" is putting it lightly. Home is beautifully decorated... We saw many a deer in the woods as we went upward. A mountain retreat but you have a Wal-Mart very close by for any last minute needs... Much to do all within a half hour ride... This home is as good or BETTER than advertised. Very comfortable, room to spread out if you have a family, good drive
way to park on. A+ all around." Lawrence, Oct 2020
"Upon pulling into the driveway we knew our stay would be wonderful." Sara, Oct 2020
"A great weekend get away, breath taking views, a very clean and spacious home." Jim, Sept 2020
"Excellent location, clean, big, everything was perfect. Fast communication with host - we will be back!". Rob, February, 2020
This is only a small sample of what our guests say about our home.
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The home comfortably sleeps up to 10 adults with ample space for dining and games.
Minutes away, you can enjoy downtown Spruce Pine, Little Switzerland, gem mining, horseback riding, craft studios, mountain music, unique restaurants, and hiking.
Our home is an excellent location for exploring what Western NC has to offer. Grandfather Mountain, Asheville, Linville Gorge, Roan Mountain, Wolf Ridge Ski Resort, Tubing, White Water Rafting, Linville Caverns, Golf, Skiing, Zip Lining, hiking, and so much more is all within an hour's drive.
Of course, if you'd rather take it easy, Continental Divide Retreat is fully equipped with all the comforts of home. You can pack light, as we supply all the linens, towels, and paper products for your stay. The kitchen is fully furnished with pots, pans, and place settings for eight or more.
This is a SMOKE-FREE and PET-FREE environment! Please don't smoke in our home or outside on the decks. Pets are not allowed out of respect for future guests.
If you can't bear the thought of unplugging, we have high-speed Internet. You may sign in to your favorite streaming service to watch TV.
The main floor is wheelchair accessible, with a 4-inch step from the driveway to the porch and a 6-inch step up from the porch to the house. All doorways are wheelchair accessible.
The property owners are not responsible for accidents, injuries, or illnesses that occur while visiting our home. I'm sure you can understand that we can't be responsible for the loss of personal belongings or valuables. By accepting the opportunity to stay in our home, you agree to assume the risk of any harm arising from your use of the premises or others whom you invite to the home.
OUR GUESTS SAY IT BEST!
"We've been rental customers for many years. This is our favorite!." Jill, July 2025
"We absolutely LOVE the house, the view, the location of the house and the area." Brenda, June 2025
"You feel like you are the only one on the mountain. We love it and can’t wait to go back." Lisa, May 2025
"The view is absolutely breathtaking. Morning coffee on the deck was a favorite. The house is very spacious and accommodating. You feel like you are alone on the mountain but there is shopping five minutes away. This was not our first stay here and definitely not our last." Lisa, August 2024.
"The view is absolutely breathtaking. Morning coffee on the deck was a favorite. The house is very spacious and accommodating. You feel like you are alone on the mountain but there is shopping five minutes away. This was not our first stay here and definitely not our last." Lisa, August 2024
"The view from the deck was fantastic." Tom S., April, 2024
"We are already talking about coming back." Tom, May 2024
We loved this home in the mountains of NC so much I am hesitant to leave this review because it will be completely booked up once the secret is out.
Perfect tranquil getaway. View is great and the house was beautiful. Quiet mornings and evenings looking over the foggy valley made this a great retreat for us. Brandon November 23
"Two words.... the view!" Katie, Apr 2021
WOW! Best VRBO yet!
We definitely want to stay here again! Clean, beautiful, functional. Hosts were amazing! No one will be disappointed here. Lovely area. We saw deer on our walks.
"Do not hesitate! This was a perfect, easy to access- mountain home, with a million dollar view." Carey, Nov 2021
Best vacation rental I've ever booked. House has phenomenal views from the back porch; it's nicely decorated and well equipped; was exceptionally clean. It's off the beaten path in a quiet area, but conveniently located to grocery stores." Bruce, Oct 2021
"It was very comfortable for our family gathering of 10 persons with enough space to have private time when needed." Paula, June 2021
"The pictures don’t do justice, we will absolutely come back and stay here, very spacious and the downstairs area was great for my son and his friends" Elina, Mar 2021
"Amazing home, location is great home was spotless, the home had everything our group of 8 needed for a weekend trip to the mountains." Cameron, Feb 2021
"Magnificent views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. "Millon-dollar view" is putting it lightly. Home is beautifully decorated... We saw many a deer in the woods as we went upward. A mountain retreat but you have a Wal-Mart very close by for any last minute needs... Much to do all within a half hour ride... This home is as good or BETTER than advertised. Very comfortable, room to spread out if you have a family, good drive
way to park on. A+ all around." Lawrence, Oct 2020
"Upon pulling into the driveway we knew our stay would be wonderful." Sara, Oct 2020
"A great weekend get away, breath taking views, a very clean and spacious home." Jim, Sept 2020
"Excellent location, clean, big, everything was perfect. Fast communication with host - we will be back!". Rob, February, 2020
This is only a small sample of what our guests say about our home.
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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
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Please be respectful of our neighbors
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No smoking in the house or on the porches please
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: Please be respectful of our neighbors
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Spruce Pine
Located in Spruce Pine, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Parkway Flea & Farmers Market and Bakersville Main Street Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Pisgah National Forest and Bakersville Creekwalk. Woodys Chair Shop and Emerald Village are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Spruce Pine, NC
What's nearby
- The Orchard at Altapass - 2 min drive - 1.0 km
- Museum of North Carolina Minerals - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
- Grassy Creek Golf and Country Club - 7 min drive - 7.0 km
- Emerald Village - 16 min drive - 15.3 km
- Linville Caverns - 26 min drive - 24.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 8 min drive
- Western Sizzlin - 7 min drive
- Mi Morelia - 12 min drive
- Starbucks - 11 min drive
- Puerto Nuevo - Fresh Mex & Seafood - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Lila Angel
Our primary residence is Beaufort, NC. We love the mountains, having lived in Western North Carolina for over 30 years. We travel extensively in the United States in our motorcoach.
Why they chose this property
Having lived in the Western North Carolina mountains most of our adult lives, we feel "at home" when we are here. We moved to Spruce Pine/Little Switzerland in 1997 and fell in love with this remote mountain village. Although we retired to coastal North Carolina, we know home is here on the mountain.
What makes this property unique
Continental Divide Retreat on Apple Mountain is a unique home located on the Eastern Continental Divide which provides all the benefits of quiet solitude while being readily accessible to everyday needs.
It sits on Apple Mountain with a spectacular Western View of 30+ miles of fading mountain and valleys. Sunsets can range from spectacular on beautiful evenings, to quiet solitude as we sometimes float over the clouds in the mornings or in the clouds that sometimes obscure the mountain, but provide a feeling of being the only place in the world.
It sits on Apple Mountain with a spectacular Western View of 30+ miles of fading mountain and valleys. Sunsets can range from spectacular on beautiful evenings, to quiet solitude as we sometimes float over the clouds in the mornings or in the clouds that sometimes obscure the mountain, but provide a feeling of being the only place in the world.
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