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Come relax at Duck Pond Mountain Retreat w/stream & pond on 9 acres
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10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 794.0 sq m
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
3 Single Beds
Living Room
1 Double Futon
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Come relax at Duck Pond Mountain Retreat w/stream & pond on 9 acres
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
No swimming
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Must be supervised at all times.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Adjust the thermostat to temps noted in checkout list provided.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Marion
Located in Marion, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Pisgah National Forest and Marion Greenway Trailhead, while Museum of North Carolina Minerals and Young's Mountain Music are cultural highlights. Emerald Village and Woodys Chair Shop are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.

Marion, NC
What's nearby
- Emerald Village - 12 min drive - 7.3 km
- Museum of North Carolina Minerals - 13 min drive - 12.0 km
- Parkway Flea & Farmers Market - 14 min drive - 12.7 km
- Grassy Creek Golf and Country Club - 18 min drive - 19.3 km
- The Orchard at Altapass - 20 min drive - 17.9 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 20 min drive
- Western Sizzlin - 20 min drive
- Puerto Nuevo - Fresh Mex & Seafood - 17 min drive
- Taco Bell - 19 min drive
- Starbucks - 23 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
25 Jan 2026
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
THOMAS B.
9 Mar 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
THOMAS B.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent
joan g.
29 Dec 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
joan g.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent
James P.
29 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
James P.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Jeff G.
21 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jeff G.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Mary C.
20 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mary C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Anthony F.
26 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy




Anthony F.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jason L.
11 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy




Jason L.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Melanie M.
28 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Melanie M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good
Galen S.
19 May 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway.
Galen S.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kari C.
21 Sept 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kari C.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
KELLY O.
31 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
KELLY O.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Russell F.
10 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Russell F.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Shelia J.
1 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful retreat!
Shelia J.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kenneth W.
13 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome quite getaway

Kenneth W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Casey M.
8 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!!

Casey M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Daniel R.
24 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place.
Daniel R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
isabella k.
26 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
we love duck pond
isabella k.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rob B.
5 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rob B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tim R.
24 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very peaceful retreat!
Tim R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
10 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun with the Grandchildren
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kate b.
2 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place
Kate b.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Carrie C.
19 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing place!
Carrie C.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sandra C.
17 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, peaceful getaway
Sandra C.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Archival
8/10 Good
Tavon L.
19 June 2017
Property has all the essentials of home...well kept and an overall great place to stay
Tavon L.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017
About the host
Hosted by Don and Laura
Our family has been coming to the mountains a couple times a year to camp for many years. We purchased this property in July of 2015 because we wanted a place for our family to vacation with some acreage and privacy. We found this amazing property in Little Switzerland and fell in love with the serenity and privacy. We wanted a place with water and since it has a large pond with ducks and a stream that borders the length of the property it was perfect. My husband wanted a place where he could be active and enjoy the property and I wanted a place to relax. We also wanted a place that we could get to within 2 hours from our home in the Charlotte, NC area. Duck Pond fits all of these needs.
Why they chose this property
Since purchasing this property we have scoured local shops to furnish and decorate this home with a cabin feel and have included local artistry touches. We have worked to provide everything you might need to feel at home and to enjoy yourself. We welcome any feedback or suggestions for how we can make your stay more comfortable.
What makes this property unique
Duck Pond is centrally located between Little Switzerland, Spruce Pine, Marion & Old Fort. Also within 30-60 minutes we can be in Black Mountain, Asheville, Boone, Morganton, Burnsville & Mt Mitchell.
Little Switzerland NC is a colony high in the Blue Ridge Mountains. The elevations here, ranging from 3200 feet in the village to 4000 feet at the top of Grassy Mountain, offer incredible views of Mt. Mitchell to the west, Table Rock, Hawsksbill and Grandfather Mountain to the east, and the valleys of the South Toe, Turkey Cove and the bustling Catawba Valley. Little Switzerland was named because of its sweeping panoramas of deep valleys and distant ranges resembling those of the foothills of the Swiss Alps. Little Switzerland is located at exit 334 off the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Little Switzerland NC is a colony high in the Blue Ridge Mountains. The elevations here, ranging from 3200 feet in the village to 4000 feet at the top of Grassy Mountain, offer incredible views of Mt. Mitchell to the west, Table Rock, Hawsksbill and Grandfather Mountain to the east, and the valleys of the South Toe, Turkey Cove and the bustling Catawba Valley. Little Switzerland was named because of its sweeping panoramas of deep valleys and distant ranges resembling those of the foothills of the Swiss Alps. Little Switzerland is located at exit 334 off the Blue Ridge Parkway.
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