Retreat in the Sky……For Your Special Occasions.. .

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Captions on the pictures are written by guests and taken from the guestbook!

“We love the porch, the flowers, the hot tub and the loft bedroom. “

Enjoy the beautiful view while enjoying a favorite beverage!

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4111 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Bryson City, NC

Great Smoky Mountains Railroad9 min drive
Smokey Mountain Trains Museum9 min drive
Nantahala Brewing Company9 min drive
Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)75 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Dining Area

About this property

Our guests love the privacy at Retreat-and also love being only 8 minutes from the town of Bryson City.
Recent guests wrote in our guest book.... “Walking into Retreat is like walking into a big warm hug”. In addition to the view of miles of mountains with gorgeous sunsets , what makes Retreat in the Sky so special is the screened porch with hot tub inside. That means you can enjoy the hot tub rain or shine, anytime of year. It also means you’re safe from bugs and outside critters.

Whether you're sport enthusiasts wanting to be located in the hub of all the Smoky Mountain activities... or first or second time honeymooners, celebrating your wedding anniversary or birthday and hoping for that very special place... or vacationers/seniors looking for rest and relaxation at an incredibly beautiful vacation home....we offer it all.....

Sitting close to the top of Bear Cove Mountain, our guests enjoy our private
location...in the very heart of the Smoky Mountains. We offer a fire log burning fireplace, a large deck with a swing to enjoy the beautiful view and an outdoor fire pit for those wonderful campfires (and we supply the wood).

Retreat is centrally located for ALL of the Smoky Mountain activities!! We offer a great location. Just minutes to Bryson City, the Gateway to the Smokies... the Great Smoky Mountain Railroad... Fontana Lake, a beautiful mountain lake where you can swim, fish, and rent a pontoon boat for half or the entire day... the Nantahala Outdoor Center for whitewater rafting, ziplining, horseback riding, biking, and fun restaurants... Cherokee, you can try your luck at Harrah's Casino... Deep Creek for tubing, hiking, and picnics...the Smoky Mountain Country Club which is a beautiful mountain course and open to the public....the Blue Ridge Parkway...where is there a more beautiful drive??? And maybe best of all... Ingles Supermarket is only five minutes away.

Bryson City has an elevation of 1,752 feet. Consider this your starting point as the elevation in Bear Cove is much higher. Bear Cove Road is probably steeper and curvier than what you’re used to. Our driveway is steep with a sharp turn but paved and you do not need a 4 wheel drive vehicle. We ask our guests to exercise caution with snow and ice and make plans to wait for melting to occur. Consider this part of the charm of being in the mountains.

But...if you're looking for complete seclusion, getting totally away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life...and doing nothing more than relaxing, reading a good book and enjoying being alone together...You will love Retreat in the Sky...the view is majestic and the only neighbors are the birds and occasional wild turkeys that come to visit..

ADDITIONAL RENTAL INFORMATION:

* Check-In after 3:00 pm and Check-out by 10:00 am.
* Unlimited free WiFi
* No smoking in house (and no exceptions!). Smoking in screened porch ok.
* No pets (and no exceptions)
*. Outdoor firepit with wood provided..
* Maximum guests 4
* Only 8 minutes to Bryson City
*. Hot Tub inside screened porch away from bugs and critters
* Fire log burning fireplace (not wood) Firelogs not provided
* Not suitable for children…
* 3 night minimum...
*. Ask for early check in or late check out….
We are celebrating the 24th anniversary since we built and opened our vacation home to guests. We have learned a lot (and are still learning) about what makes a great vacation or getaway and what we need do to help our guests have one! Ty and I have talked with and met many wonderful new friends who have stayed with us from all over the USA, plus England, the Netherlands, Germany, Brazil, China, Norway, Canada, Sweden and Finland. We thank you for looking at our web page and we hope you have an opportunity to vacation with us at Retreat in the Sky.
Ty and Sandy

Property manager

Sandy Nelson

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 26

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking on deck and screened porch only.

Trash must be taken to the trash center. The directions where to take trash are in the Retreat book. They do not open until 1:00 on Sundays.

At check out, all furniture and decorative items must be returned to their proper place.

Outside shoes must be removed in the porch and let your socks or slippers rock!

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Bryson City

Located in Bryson City, this cabin is in the mountains. Great Smoky Mountains Railroad and Oconaluftee Indian Village are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Nantahala Brewing Company and Smoky Mountain Country Club. Smokey Mountain Trains Museum and Bryson City Gem Mine are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Bryson City, NC

What's nearby

The Storytelling Center of the Southern Appalachians - 9 min drive
Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 9 min drive
Smokey Mountain Trains Museum - 9 min drive
Nantahala Brewing Company - 9 min drive
Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 20 min drive

Getting around

Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS) - 133 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 8 min drive
Mountain Layers Brewing Company - 9 min drive
Nate and Nick's - 8 min drive
Guayabitos Mexican Restaurant - 8 min drive
Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Retreat in the Sky……For Your Special Occasions.. . pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Retreat in the Sky……For Your Special Occasions.. . ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Retreat in the Sky……For Your Special Occasions.. . ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Retreat in the Sky……For Your Special Occasions.. . located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Nantahala National Forest and within 6 miles (10 km) of Pincu Pottery and Tuckasegee River. Fontana Lake and The Storytelling Center of the Southern Appalachians are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia S.

16 Apr 2024

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

Feels like home!

Retreat in the Sky is a beautiful, secluded property with all the amenities you could ask for! There are many activities nearby, however if you just want to unplug and relax, there are places inside and outside the house to do that. Sandy, the host, is very responsive and a pleasure to speak with!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H.

1 Apr 2024

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

Hidden Gem

Over the years, we've stayed in many different cabins in many different areas of the Smoky Mountains. The Retreat in the Sky is the best we've experienced! The comfort and amenities are second to none, and the views are absolutely priceless. Communication from Sandy was timely and very helpful. We expect to visit here again in the future :-)

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Russell C.

5 Jan 2024

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

Great Views, great owner.

We booked a couple months earlier and were looking forward to the getaway. The owners were awesome all the way through in communication and making sure we were happy. The views from the property are outstanding and the home itself is comfy and cozy. My wife and I enjoyed our stay very much.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark L.

26 Oct 2023

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

Retreat in the sky

It was all that it was promised to be. Awesome views, quiet, heavenly.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

James L.

25 Oct 2023

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

Fall Mountain Trip

Great cabin. Beautiful view. Enjoyed our stay and will definitely be back.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Sandy Nelson

Ty and I have been sharing our vacation home, Retreat in the Sky, with guests for over twenty years. It has been fun, sometimes very challenging...but most of all...a rewarding experience. Our goal is... and has always been ....to provide a wonderful vacation experience for our guests..

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with Bryson City the first time we visited. It is quaint, friendly and surrounded by beautiful mountains. We found the perfect spot to build our second home. It's close to the top of Bear Cove Mountain in the Smokies. Our view is beautiful. Retreat in the Sky has a privacy that is hard to describe. Our first home is three hours away and seventeen years later, with our car packed with all our stuff, heading for Bryson City and our Retreat in the Sky, we're still excited.... after all these years, we still can't wait to get there.

What makes this property unique

Sitting on the swing on our deck...enjoying the beautiful view...is the ultimate in relaxation. Retreat in the Sky can only be reached by driving up the private road and then you drive up some more on our paved driveway. We are not on the road so no one can see us or drive by us. So you see, we also have the ultimate in privacy. We not only have a beautiful deck filled with flowers and a wonderfully landscaped setting, but a large screened porch complete with hot tub and a great place to hang out. We're only five minutes from Ingles Supermarket, the quaint town of Bryson City and only ten minutes from just about everywhere else.

We took a survey from vrbo/homeaway a few years back that results showed that only 21% of property owners that rent their vacation homes use it themselves. We use ours every chance we get. Not only because we love being there but because we want to maintain the high standards we set for ourselves in maintaining our beautiful vacation home. .