Balsam Retreat- Unique and Charming Pet Friendly Home

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Location
Host

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Outdoor space

Washer

Explore the area

Maggie Valley, NC

Wheels Through Time Museum12 min walk
Stompin' Ground15 min walk
Maggie Valley Festival Grounds3 min drive
Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)109 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

Welcome to Keaton Cottages Balsam Retreat! With an incredible central location in Maggie Valley, and easy year round access, so you can enjoy this home any time of year.

Tucked in the trees in a wonderful neighborhood, this newly renovated cottage was designed with the comfort of our guests and their pets in mind. Balsam Retreat has everything you need for a fabulous mountain getaway!

When you first arrive at this special property, you’ll find parking for 2-3 vehicles, along with a single covered parking area and room for those towing a trailer.

Travel up the stone stairs to the gated deck, pull up a rocking chair and enjoy the quiet neighborhood and beautiful winter views. You also may see a deer or elk walk through the yard!

As you walk through the front door, you’ll be delighted to find a living room filled with character. Airy ceilings with exposed beams, two skylights, chestnut wood walls, and an extraordinary wood burning fire place will instantly make your feel a part of the mountains.

The newly renovated kitchen with navy cabinets, new stainless steel appliances and butcher block countertops is stocked with everything you need to make a fantastic home cooked meal.

The main floor also provided a cozy king suite with an attached full bath to relax and unwind from your days exploring the Great Smoky Mountains.

When you travel up the custom staircase, a cozy reading nook in the loft invites you to relax with a good book. Two more bedrooms also share this level with a king size bed in one room and two twins in another. Each of these bedrooms share a beautiful full Jack and Jill bath.

Outside our guests will find a delightful fire pit for relaxing and roasting marshmallows. We also welcome pets at Balsam Retreat and happily provide a fenced in dog area.

You will truly feel home away from home during your stay!

Discounts for active military, veterans and first responders. Message for details.

Property manager

Loriel and Adam of Keaton Cottages

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Enjoy the expansive wrap-around porch as you take in views of the Great Smokies.

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total

$100 pet fee per pet

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

We kindly request that pets are kept off the furniture and bedding.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Maggie Valley

Located in Maggie Valley, this holiday home is in the mountains. Fantasy Golf & Game Room and Maggie Valley Gem Mine are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Pisgah National Forest. Travelling with kids? Consider Maggie Valley Festival Grounds and Queen's Farm Stables.

Maggie Valley, NC

What's nearby

Wheels Through Time Museum - 12 min walk
Stompin' Ground - 15 min walk
Maggie Valley Festival Grounds - 3 min drive
Maggie Valley Gem Mine - 4 min drive
Tube World - 5 min drive

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

Maggie's Galley - 15 min drive
Bearwaters Brewing Company - 5 min drive
Pop's Butts On The Creek - 4 min drive
Guayabitos - 3 min drive
Joey's Pancake House - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Balsam Retreat- Unique and Charming Pet Friendly Home pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Balsam Retreat- Unique and Charming Pet Friendly Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Balsam Retreat- Unique and Charming Pet Friendly Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Balsam Retreat- Unique and Charming Pet Friendly Home located?

This family-friendly Maggie Valley holiday home is located in the mountains, within a 15-minute walk of Wheels Through Time Museum and Stompin' Ground. Maggie Valley Festival Grounds and Fantasy Golf & Game Room are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Steven H.

2 May 2024

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

Nice little cabin on the hill

Nice little cabin with plenty of room inside for us. It was very nice to sit outside by the fire pit and just relax a little for the busy weekend we had going on!!! Thank you very much for a great stay!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy H., Orlando

17 Dec 2023

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

Lovely and Cozy

Perfect base camp between many sites to see. Our favorite thing to do is hiking to see waterfalls and Soco and Mingo falls are very close. If you like driving through the beautiful mountains then Cades Cove is a lovely drive.

Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonja S., Houston

29 Nov 2023

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

Amazing property and host

I wish I can give 10 stars! The property is fabulous, even better in person then in pictures, well equipped and decorated. Hosts go above and beyond to make you feel welcomed, and they are super responsive. We highly recommend it, we hope to come back really soon.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri B., Lexington , NC

30 July 2023

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

Wedding Weekend

We were 3 couples attending a wedding and I was fortunate enough to find this lovely mountain home in Maggie Valley. It was beautiful and very well taken care of. Our host was amazing and prompt in answering questions. The amenities that she offered were great and we had everything we needed to make our stay excellent. Very comfy, quiet and in the middle of lush green mountains. Also very accessible to Waynesville, Maggie Valley and Cherokee. A fun time was had by all!!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda N.

14 July 2023

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

Family Vacation

We wanted to be close to the interests we had and this property was perfect. We were able to drive to Wheels Through Time, Cherokee, and Bryson City within minutes while still being able to have the quiet cottage experience. The owners were wonderful with communication and provided all the information needed to make our stay one of the best yet. I would highly recommend this VRBO for vacation or just a get away. Loved it!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023