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Another waterfall on our retreat land, 10 minute hike from the main hous
Master Suite bathroom with dual sinks and infrared dry sauna
Exterior
Aerial view
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
6 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 30

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Hot Springs, NC
  • Max Patch
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Hot Springs Resort And Spa
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Biltmore Estate
    ‪76 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 30)

1 Story (Front Right)

2 Single Beds and 1 Double Bed

1st Story (Back Room)

+1
3 Single Beds and 2 Double Beds

1st Story (Front Left)

2 Single Beds and 2 Double Beds

2nd Story

2 Single Beds

2nd Story

1 Queen Bed

Master Suite (3rd Story)

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

1st Story Bathroom (Back)

Toilet · Shower only

1st Story Bathroom (Front)

Toilet · Shower only

1st Story Bathroom (Middle)

2nd Story Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

2nd Story Kitchen Bathroom

Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bliss House

Hidden away deep in Blue Ridge, Bliss House overlooks a sea of forested land. Outside, breathe in the fresh forest air, hear the rush of waterfalls, and see peaks of mountains in the distance. Gather your group on our spacious deck for yoga, meditation, dining, and more. Hike trails and bathe in fresh spring water. Inside, enter a sacred space. Practice, heal, and relax in our altar room adorned with sacred paintings and effigies from the Himalayas. Rest your head on one of our 16 plush beds, that include soft linens and thick comforters to stay warm in the winter. Whether you're planning a large spiritual retreat, an intimate gathering, or a couples night, The Bliss House is your home in the mountains.

| Reflect | Rejuvenate | Reveal |

See even more beauty at our website - WheelOfBliss |dot| org

**Please note that will be the **only group** in the house if you book with us and will be able to explore over 63 acres of land and HUNDREDS of acres of National Forest!**

Nestled in the mountains of the Appalachians, the Wheel of Bliss Retreat house was established to provide different religious and spiritual traditions a sacred space to host retreats. The main house can host over 20 attendees and is perfect for a 4-7 day retreat. The property has 63 acres of mountain land that back up to over 100 acres of National Forest, 2 large streams, waterfalls, and multiple trails to hike and explore. Reach out to us now to reserve your space!

*The nightly rate is for up to 5 people total. For groups larger than 5, please note that there is an additional charge of $39/person per night. Additional guests of any age are included in this calculation, with the exception of children under 3 years old. The Bliss House can sleep up to 20 people total.*

WheelOfBliss |dot| org

**Please Note that we only allow **one group** to book the house at a time. Whether you are with a group of 10 or more or booking a few nights for yourself, you will be the *only* group in the house. We have a caretaker on-site but he is in a cabin several acres down-mountain from the privacy and seclusion of the main house (where you will be staying)**

* Booking alone or on behalf of a group? You will be the ONLY group in the retreat house for the duration of your booking!
* Distance from Asheville? We are isolated deep in the mountains, about an hour from the center of Asheville.
* Are we pet-friendly? YES! Bring up to 2 dogs at no extra charge
* Because of limitations in Airbnb's API, it listed our jacuzzi tub as a "hot tub". We have a jacuzzi tub in the Master Bathroom that fits 1-2 people max, but no hot tub
* Rob, our on-site manager, will give you a short check-in walk-through of the house after arrival
* Neighbors are spaced many acres apart and are very friendly.
* One should have a car to drive to the property, preferably a 4x4 to drive up the mountain (there is a stone gravel road), although a sedan will do if it has sufficient ground clearance.
* Driving a car that has a low ground clearance in the mountains is not recommended.
* The internet connection works well but the house is in the mountains, so higher bandwidth activities can sometimes load slowly.
* Guests must sign an agreement after booking to maintain reservation status. The agreement will be sent to you via email to e-sign once you've booked the space

WheelOfBliss |dot| org

Property manager

Colin Mayer

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

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Pets

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 are allowed on site
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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hot Springs

Hot Springs is home to this holiday home. Hot Springs Resort And Spa and Max Patch are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Pisgah National Forest and Whiteoak Spring.
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Hot Springs, NC

What's nearby

  • Max Patch - 20 min drive - 10.0 km
  • Hot Springs Resort And Spa - 22 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 56 min drive - 55.4 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 62 min drive - 64.9 km
  • Biltmore Estate - 76 min drive - 71.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Trust General Store & Cafe - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Grits - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Spring Creek Cafe - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Dave's209 - ‬19 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bliss House pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bliss House?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bliss House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bliss House located?

Situated in Hot Springs, this holiday home is steps from Pisgah National Forest and within 9 mi (15 km) of Max Patch and Whiteoak Spring. Madison County Public Library and Hot Springs Library are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tonia C.

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

We had a great weekend.

Rob was very hospitable. We had a short stay but very pleased. We would love to go back and stay longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hilary S.

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

Peaceful and private mountain retreat

Wonderful hiking, vistas, and waterfalls all right at your door at this beautiful home! We enjoyed our stay so much, and our two dogs adored the hiking trails and room to roam.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pankaj G.

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

Nice property

Nice property and everything was according to listing. Nice trails in property and we had nice time with friends on oversized deck and fireplace.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessie W.

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

What a slice of heaven

Great property, was perfect for our girls weekend away! Everyone was able to have their own room and we spent a ton of time just lounging around. They are building a yurt on property that was super fun too!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karin S.

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

Blissful Experience

So peaceful and beautiful...would highly recommend it to anyone looking to escape the busy city/work life!

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

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

Amazing stars!

We stayed here for a short weekend. Never left the property as plenty to explore. Star gazed at night from the deck. Lovely time!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jon P.

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

Beautiful secluded getaway

Property is completely by itself which allows for a great vacation without distraction. We were there for a relaxing stay which was incredible but it would also be terrific for an executive or business retreat. Will look into booking again.

10/10 Excellent

Prince P., Raleigh, North Carolina

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

The perfect getaway

My friends and I rented this place for only one night and we regretted not booking a longer stay. We wanted to get away from the city and go to a place where we were secluded from others and in nature. This place was all of that and much more. The outdoor fire pit, access to a trail with a couple beautiful waterfalls, and the sheer size of the home and amenities made this the best place to rent. The hosts were outstanding throughout. They reached out before our stay to tell us a little bit about the area and the property manager was very friendly once we arrived. I recommend this place to anyone looking to be in nature and have a relaxing retreat. 5 out of 5 stars!

10/10 Excellent

Monica C.

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

Peace and serenity

Remote location with great hiking right on the property. Must see Max Patch nearby. Would love to stay again sometime.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

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

Perfect place to relax during a destination wedding

We tremendously enjoyed the location and peacefulness of our surroundings. My boys enjoyed exploring the hiking trails right on the property when we weren't busy with wedding festivities. Rob, the caretaker, was so on point and a genuine sweetheart! He looked out for us and made sure we had everything we needed. Kitchen is well stocked too! Colin has been great working with, providing us timely updates and details as well as quickly responding to any inquiries. You don't have to be into yoga and meditation to fall in love with this place. The natural beauty and serenity will speak to your inner nature lover. Oh, and this was the first vacation I've actually not worked on! Thank you for allowing us to enjoy this beautiful Oasis high in the magnificent mountains!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

john H., Charleston

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

Wheel of Bliss is Blissful.

Beautiful beautiful and beyond beautiful. We enjoyed our week there immensely. Everything was perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Lisa C.

True mountain escape

Our ladies hiking club, enjoyed spending a few days at The Wheel of Bliss retreat. Our favorite spot at night was the fire pit! The caretaker Rob, started the fire each night and took great care of us. The master suite was a treat with the sauna! And it was great having folding tables and chairs for the deck for our large group. It is a narrow gravel driveway up to the house but our van and all wheel drive suvs handled it fine.

10/10 Excellent

Monyia P., Greensboro

Excellent ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Wheel of Bliss Retreat. All of my guest for the Retreat expressed so much gratitude for being able to hold space together to relax and release. Everything is absolutely perfect; especially the altar room and fire pit. We spent most of our time at the stream or in the kitchen cooking up delicious meals. A HUGE thank you to Rob, he is the best!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joshua F.

5 stars! Pros and cons review

5 stars! Awesome place. PROS: Rob is extremely nice, welcoming, and accommodating; exactly what you want in a VRBO! Big wrap around deck with great views. Secluded. Hiking trails. Fire pit. Plenty of space. Sauna. If you’re in to fitness, their is plenty of elevation to challenge yourself on. Mountain streams. Dishes, pots, pans, coffee maker all available. Two refrigerators side by side, lots of storage! Grill on deck with multiple propane tanks. CONS: No cell service (Verizon) but they do have internet so you can still use your phone. Winding mountain roads caused motion sickness in adults and children to throw up, bring Dramamine. Nearest complete grocery store is 45mins away so plan accordingly. Spiral stair case is unique, however, it is steep and challenging for toddlers and the elderly; that is the only way to move between levels inside the house, otherwise you have to go around the outside of the house. 5 stars. Would recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Martin M., Cutler Bay

Amazing and spacious getaway cabin!

Good evening Collin! I want to thank you for hosting my party of 16 at Wheels Of Bliss. We had an amazing time. The place was perfect for my family ands friends, they loved it! We enjoyed hiking on the property and sitting around the fire pit at night. Thank you for making our New Year’s Getaway an unforgettable one. I want to thank Rob as well for welcoming us, giving us good recommendation and being so helpfull at all times. He’s a super friendly guy! Rob, Max Patch was incredibly fun for the kids. Thanks again buddy! We will definitely book again with you guys in the summer time. I will be calling you guys soon. Happy New Year! Wishing you a prosperous 2019
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Carlyle H.

A very special place

The WOB was the perfect place to celebrate my small wedding. Not very far at all from Max Patch Mtn too! If you have a lot of garbage you can save some of the fees by hauling it out yourself. I will definitely stay there again with a small group of friends!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Chien P.

very good hospitality

Rob and Collin were very helpful, best services from Rob who is onsite, he is very knowledge of the area. The property is very clean and enjoyable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Margie W.

We loved everything about our time at Wheel of Bliss. Thank you!

This is a beautiful, serene, well maintained, and just all around lovely place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mary Anne R.

Beautiful property and very comfortable home for our 10 adults!

We all enjoyed staying at Wheel of Bliss while attending a family wedding. The six bedrooms were more than enough room. The beds were extremely comfortable . Having Rob the caretaker nearby was welcoming and reassuring in case we needed something. We enjoyed hiking on the property and relaxing on the huge deck!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sumit J., Miramar, Florida

Great cabin

We loved it
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jessi R.

Wheel of Bliss is an opportunity for TRUE BLISS! in the Blue Ridge Mountains

I recently organized a women's retreat with 17 women at Wheel of Bliss, and the weekend and the home was everything I hoped it would be! The property and the home is such a magical place!!! The home is very clean and is provided with everything that you need from paper products, spices to cook with, special goodies that awaited us, and coffee! We used all of the beds in the home, and the women remarked on how comfortable the mattresses, pillows, and comforters were. It was so nice to have so many bathrooms, as well. There are trails on the property that lead you to a stream and waterfalls. Sunday morning, before we left, I hiked the trails and was able to say a heartfelt 'goodbye' to the land. The land borders the National Forest, so you definitely feel completely private and away from it all! Rob, the caretaker who lives in a cabin at the foot of the driveway, was so helpful and friendly. He helped us build fires each night and checked on us. The fire pit is big and beautiful, and the first night we were there, we all drummed around the fire! It was so nice to have access to large tables and enough folding chairs for us all. Saturday evening we had an open air dinner on the large front porch. The lights and flags on the front porch are so beautiful! There are prayer flags in places all over the house, as well. We offered yoga, meditation, hiking, drumming, chakra healing, etc, and everything was lovely! The meditation room with a beautiful, large altar is a vision unto itself! The comfortable meditation mats and yoga mats that are provided, enhanced out experience! Some women didn't bring yoga mats, so it was so nice to have many there! We offered an evening chakra meditation, and with the lights dimmed in the altar room and all of the candles lit, it was such a healing and serene experience. Thank you for providing candles, as well! I loved the close proximity of the home to Max Patch, as well. We all went to Max Patch Saturday afternoon for a group hike! Last but not least, we woke up Sunday morning to snow flurries! It was truly a magical ending to our amazing retreat! Thank you so much Colin and Wheel of Bliss for our new special place! We cannot wait to return next Fall!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Srikantha K.

A picture perfect getaway!

Right from the time we saw the photos of this property till the time our stay came to an end, our experience at this property has been an amazing one. Colin, the owner of this property, was extremely helpful. At each step of the way, she ensured, through clear communication, that we felt safe and at home during our stay at the cabin. There was a box of chocolate truffles waiting for us on entry with a welcome note that really added a nice touch. We were a big group - 15 humans and a pet - but there was plenty of space for everyone and more. The cabin itself is incredibly beautiful. It is located in picture perfect setting with a campfire pit and mountains all around. We stayed here during the last week of Oct when the Fall season had dressed up the whole place making our stay that much more colorful, literally. The cabin was well furnished with everything we needed including some card games. The altar is an exhibition and that's not saying enough. View of the night sky from the cabin's deck is straight out of a fairy tale. As the time approached for us to leave the cabin, we just wanted the time to freeze. Many amazing things that happen in our lives and we tend to forget them as days pass and move on. But the beautiful memories we made from our stay at this bewitching cabin, I'm sure, will always linger on with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Wonderful Getaway Spot!! Has it ALL!!

My girlfriends and I booked this house for a getaway weekend. When we arrived we were thrilled to see how well the house was kept and how big the house was. The pictures don't do it justice! Each downstairs bedroom slept around five people each and each bedroom downstairs had its own bathroom. On the main level of the home, there were two bedrooms and a full bathroom as well as a half bathroom and laundry room. There was an additional bedroom and bathroom upstairs. The house was beautiful! We cooked all of our meals in the kitchen and we were able to find all the supplies we needed. The house was comfortable and each closet was stocked with blankets, pillows, etc. We would love to come back again soon and we would recommend it to anyone looking to be in the Hot Springs area. The communication with the owner was outstanding. Thank you so much for sharing your home with us this weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Altansukh T., Falls Church

Great place, great location, friendly staff

This is a perfect place if you are looking for peaceful place where you meditate, pray and relax. Very friendly staff. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017

About the host

Hosted by Colin Mayer

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Hello!

We run a meditation center in Miami Beach and were absolutely entranced with the beauty and energy of The Blue Ridge Mountains when we first came to this land in 2010. We originally began developing Wheel of Bliss in 2012 as a retreat space for friends and practitioners from South Florida to spend summers. After receiving multiple requests from different groups to stay on the land, we decided to create a listing on Airbnb to share the possibility of experiencing this beautiful and peaceful land with the community. Since then, we have enjoyed our hosting experience tremendously. We have been able to meet groups from all over the country including spiritual/religious retreat groups, families, Ivy League Universities, campers, and couples! We are very excited for 2017 and will be opening two new facilities as well as a large garden space for weddings and outdoor events. We are happy to speak with you about hosting your getaway today!
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