10/10 Excellent
Angela B.
23 June 2025
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Great Stay
Angela B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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New Home with a Private Trail/Waterfalls, Family and Groups
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Sapphire, NC
- Hogback Lake11 min walk
- Sapphire National Golf Club3 min drive
- Whisper Lake6 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Double Beds
Bedroom 4
2 Double Bunk Beds
Primary Bedroom
1 King Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 3
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Shampoo
Primary Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
About this property
New Home with a Private Trail/Waterfalls, Family and Groups
-Private trail to Horsepasture River from the backyard!
-Private waterfall trail
-Location! Location! 20 minutes Highlands, NC & 15 Minutes Cashiers, NC
-5 miles to a full amenity center with fitness, golf, pickleball, arcade, pools, basketball court, & walking trails
-EV Charger and upgraded WiFi throughout home
-Private screened porch with dining area
-Fire pit
-Modern amenities
OVERVIEW:
-Sleeps up to 10 guests
-Four spacious bedrooms and three bathrooms
-Primary king bedroom with a separate bath upstairs
-Game/entertainment room in the basement
-Dining on screened porch
-Three level decks
-Fire Pit
-EV Charger
-Amenity Center 5 miles away
-Private hiking trail in backyard
-Fiber WiFi
PRIMARY BEDROOM
-King bed
-Walk-in closet & dresser
-En suite bathroom
-TV
-Private balcony with two chairs
BEDROOM 2
-King bed
-Closet & dresser
-TV
-Back porch access (shared bathroom with bedroom 3)
BEDROOM 3
-2 Full Beds
-Closet with hangers (shared bathroom with bedroom 2)
BEDROOM 4
-2 sets of full over full bunk beds (sleeps 4)
-Dresser
-TV
-En suite bathroom with tub
-Access to screened-in porch
SCREENED PORCH
-Dining Table for 6 guests
-TV
-Comfortable seating
-Heaters
-Grill/Smoker on deck area
KITCHEN
-Coffee brewer pot and K-cup
-Fully stocked
-Blender, Toaster
-4 trash cans
-Large Island with 4 stools
-Childrens plates, bowls, utensils
LAUNDRY/PANTRY
-Washer/Dryer/Iron
-Large pantry area
LIVING AREA
-2 chairs
-2 couches
-TV
-Decorative fireplace
FAMILY ROOM/GAME ROOM
-Lower level
-Dart Boards, Board Games
-Large TV
-Sectional Sofa
-Access to backyard and lower deck
-Desk and Chair
BACKYARD
-Large open space with trampoline (use at your own risk)
-Fire Pit
-Access to private "Big Foot" path to Horsepasture River, about 1 mile
AMENITY CENTER
-Sapphire Valley Amenity Center to residents and guests only
-Less than 5 mile drive
-Arcade, playground, mini golf, foot golf, basketball court
-Pickleball Courts
-Tennis Courts
-Fitness Center
-2 outdoor swimming pools
-1 indoor swimming pool
-Sapphire Valley Ski Slopes!!
FAIRFIELD LAKE
-Available to residents and guests only
-Less than 5 mile drive
-Kayaks and paddle boats available for rental
-Walking trail around lake
-Separate basement den and family gathering spot
-Fully stocked kitchen and coffee bar
-Private waterfall trail
-Location! Location! 20 minutes Highlands, NC & 15 Minutes Cashiers, NC
-5 miles to a full amenity center with fitness, golf, pickleball, arcade, pools, basketball court, & walking trails
-EV Charger and upgraded WiFi throughout home
-Private screened porch with dining area
-Fire pit
-Modern amenities
OVERVIEW:
-Sleeps up to 10 guests
-Four spacious bedrooms and three bathrooms
-Primary king bedroom with a separate bath upstairs
-Game/entertainment room in the basement
-Dining on screened porch
-Three level decks
-Fire Pit
-EV Charger
-Amenity Center 5 miles away
-Private hiking trail in backyard
-Fiber WiFi
PRIMARY BEDROOM
-King bed
-Walk-in closet & dresser
-En suite bathroom
-TV
-Private balcony with two chairs
BEDROOM 2
-King bed
-Closet & dresser
-TV
-Back porch access (shared bathroom with bedroom 3)
BEDROOM 3
-2 Full Beds
-Closet with hangers (shared bathroom with bedroom 2)
BEDROOM 4
-2 sets of full over full bunk beds (sleeps 4)
-Dresser
-TV
-En suite bathroom with tub
-Access to screened-in porch
SCREENED PORCH
-Dining Table for 6 guests
-TV
-Comfortable seating
-Heaters
-Grill/Smoker on deck area
KITCHEN
-Coffee brewer pot and K-cup
-Fully stocked
-Blender, Toaster
-4 trash cans
-Large Island with 4 stools
-Childrens plates, bowls, utensils
LAUNDRY/PANTRY
-Washer/Dryer/Iron
-Large pantry area
LIVING AREA
-2 chairs
-2 couches
-TV
-Decorative fireplace
FAMILY ROOM/GAME ROOM
-Lower level
-Dart Boards, Board Games
-Large TV
-Sectional Sofa
-Access to backyard and lower deck
-Desk and Chair
BACKYARD
-Large open space with trampoline (use at your own risk)
-Fire Pit
-Access to private "Big Foot" path to Horsepasture River, about 1 mile
AMENITY CENTER
-Sapphire Valley Amenity Center to residents and guests only
-Less than 5 mile drive
-Arcade, playground, mini golf, foot golf, basketball court
-Pickleball Courts
-Tennis Courts
-Fitness Center
-2 outdoor swimming pools
-1 indoor swimming pool
-Sapphire Valley Ski Slopes!!
FAIRFIELD LAKE
-Available to residents and guests only
-Less than 5 mile drive
-Kayaks and paddle boats available for rental
-Walking trail around lake
-Separate basement den and family gathering spot
-Fully stocked kitchen and coffee bar
Property manager
Leah McCarthy
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed, service animals permitted
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Sapphire
Located in Sapphire, this holiday home is in the mountains. Sapphire National Golf Club and Sapphire Valley Ski Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Jocassee and Nantahala National Forest. Travelling with kids? Consider Cashiers Farmers Market, or check out an event or a game at Silversteen Memorial Stadium. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
Sapphire, NC
What's nearby
- Hogback Lake - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
- Sapphire National Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
- Whisper Lake - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
- Gorges State Park - 8 min drive - 6.4 km
- Lake Toxaway - 10 min drive - 7.7 km
Restaurants
- Cornucopia Restaurant - 11 min drive
- The Ugly Dog Public House - 10 min drive
- Whiteside Brewing Company - 10 min drive
- Orchard - 11 min drive
- Bucks Coffee Cafe of Cashiers - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
About the host
Hosted by Leah McCarthy
My name is Leah. My husband and I have owned a hospitality company for 21 years outside of Hilton Head Island, SC. We are excited to bring our passion for hospitality to Azalea Mountain House.
Although we live near the beach, the mountains are where we have always felt close to home. We have three kids (20, 18, and 10), and a sweet lab named Pepper. We love hosting family and especially on cool nights with a roaring fire, great food, a cocktail, and college football.
I love curating experiences for guests so if you are here celebrating a special occasion, or would love to enhance your time in the mountains,
Although we live near the beach, the mountains are where we have always felt close to home. We have three kids (20, 18, and 10), and a sweet lab named Pepper. We love hosting family and especially on cool nights with a roaring fire, great food, a cocktail, and college football.
I love curating experiences for guests so if you are here celebrating a special occasion, or would love to enhance your time in the mountains,
Why they chose this property
Sapphire Valley is close to all the best towns in Western, NC. Our neighborhood has a private waterfall trail, and we have a trail right in our backyard. There is so much to see and do within 10 minutes of our home.
What makes this property unique
Our oversized screened-in porch is the best place to relax before or after your day exploring the mountains. Or, it is a place to chill all day long! The home is cozy but large enough for your group to have their own spaces. Modern amenities tucked in a mountain town give our guests a comfortable yet tranquil stay.
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