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Stargazer's Retreat

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A wooden cabin with a deck, a hot tub, and a staircase leading to a second level.
A living room with a brown leather sofa, a coffee table, a painting of a river, a tripod lamp, and a view through large windows.
A wooden cabin with a balcony, a staircase, and a snow-covered landscape.
An aerial view of a snow-covered area with a large truck parked on a road.
A modern living room with a wooden ceiling, a large window, a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a fireplace.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Cullowhee, NC
  • Place, Arrowmont Stables
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Glenville
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, High Falls Trail
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office

About this property

Stargazer's Retreat

Summary:

Elevated mountain-view cabin with private hot tub, 2 decks, firepit, & grill



The Space:

Perched at 4,300 feet in the mountains of Western North Carolina, Stargazer’s Retreat is a peaceful escape where expansive views, fresh mountain air, and quiet mornings replace the pace of everyday life.



Wake to sunrise stretching across the ridgelines. Spend the day exploring waterfalls, hiking trails, charming mountain towns, and scenic drives. Return home to soak in the private hot tub, gather around the fire pit, grill dinner on the deck, and watch the stars emerge above the mountains.



Designed for couples and families, the cabin offers comfortable spaces both inside and out. Two spacious decks provide panoramic, year-round mountain views. The open living area invites you to slow down with a book, a board game, or puzzle. Star Link high-speed internet makes it easy to stay connected, if you choose to be.



The fully equipped kitchen includes everything needed to prepare meals at home, and the cabin is stocked with thoughtful touches including a telescope, binoculars, star maps, Smart TVs with Roku, a washer and dryer, Pack n Play and highchair.



Conveniently located near Western North Carolina's most memorable destinations, including Lake Glenville, Panthertown Valley, High Falls, Dry Falls, Fire Mountain Trails, Great Smoky Mountains N.P., Cashiers, Highlands, Sylva, and Western Carolina University.



Things to Note:

Up to two dogs are welcome, so every member of the family can enjoy the mountains together. Dogs must be leashed.



Reaching the cabin is part of the mountain experience. The final approach includes a winding gravel one lane road and a switchback driveway. Most guests have no difficulty reaching the cabin, we recommend arriving during daylight on your first visit so you can enjoy the drive and settle in comfortably. Please watch out for deer, bear, and other wildlife. The access road is not suitable for large trucks (dually, 350/3500s, long bed-

extended cabs). All-wheel drive (AWD) / four-wheel drive (4WD) is recommended, but not required, March – October. And required in winter (February – November).



This property is managed by VueStay Vacations.

Quiet hours and occupancy monitored via privacy-compliant technology.

You must be 25 years or older to rent this property.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5303438vb
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

About the area

Cullowhee

Located in Cullowhee, this holiday home is in the mountains. Jackson Hole Gem Mine and Jackson County Historic Courthouse are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Mason Mountain Mine and Whistle Stop Mall. Travelling with kids? Consider Cashiers Farmers Market and Country Side Bowling Lanes.
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Cullowhee, NC

What's nearby

  • Arrowmont Stables - 8 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Lake Glenville - 9 min drive - 5.8 km
  • High Falls Trail - 12 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Ralph J. Andrews County Park - 13 min drive - 10.1 km
  • Signal Ridge Marina - 19 min drive - 16.3 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 92 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Local - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Rebecca Black House - ‬40 min drive
  • ‪JJ's Eatery & Canteen - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Unopened Tavern - ‬52 min drive
  • ‪Thunder Lanes - ‬36 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stargazer's Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Stargazer's Retreat?

As of 11 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stargazer's Retreat on 26 Jan 2027 start from AU$856, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Stargazer's Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stargazer's Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stargazer's Retreat located?

This family-friendly Cullowhee holiday home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Nantahala National Forest and Arrowmont Stables. Lake Glenville and High Falls Trail are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 6 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jean A.

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

Family vacation 2023

This was an amazing place to stay. We enjoyed our time here very much.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jon A.

Awesome family getaway!

Loved this place! Clean, great view and the fall colors were AMAZING! I drove a 2wd pilot and I was fine but, I grew up in this kind of area and know the drill. 4wd may be best. We came after Helene and this area was fortunate. The towns are open and people are great. The fam LOVES WNC and this place was perfect to get away!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Janina J.

A true retreat for stargazers

The family loved this place! So peaceful! We spent every morning on the deck with coffee and every evening at the fire pit. Took the telescope out to look at the moon; it was so cool. The kids played in the Yard/driveway/forest at the house. Cool towns and tons of hikes nearby with some really cool waterfalls. The home is cozy, stylish, and full of thoughtful touches that made us feel right at home. It was so quiet that we felt like we had the whole forest to ourselves. Can’t wait to go back hopefully in the fall to see the colors!! Two-wheel drive rav4 made it up with little issue.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kacey H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Thanksgiving Stay

Please read listing thoroughly when booking. House is far from most things, and town. Our cars did make it, but trucks with 4x4 are best as listing does state. I imagine a truck would be the only way in snow. Fortunately, we did not have snow during our stay. Very quiet and peaceful with beautiful views. There is one issue with cleanliness which is why I gave two stars, but I’m sure that issue can be resolved.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Nov 2023
Hi, Kacey, thank you for your review. We appreciate you taking the time to provide us with your valuable feedback. We are disappointed to hear that we dropped the ball this time, as this is not the high standard of guest satisfaction and cleanliness that we hold ourselves to. We have provided your valuable feedback to our local manager to address with our housekeeping team. We look forward to hosting you for a great stay in the future.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Julie A.

Beautiful but hard on a vehicle

You have to have 4wheel drive or you’re not making it to the cabin. Cabin view is amazing. Lots and lots of bumps and dirt/gravel roads. Internet is spotty at best. But who goes to a mountain cabin for internet. Needs a couple larger skillets. Appliances are older but work. Was very hard on my autistic brother coming up and down.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Nov 2023
Thank you, Julie, for your feedback! We are happy you enjoyed this home. We sincerely apologize you have found few issues getting into the home. Please know that your feedback is essential, and we have passed your comments along to our local manager, who will work with the homeowner to make any updates. We truly hope to have the opportunity to impress you in the future.
Verified review

8/10 Good

J

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

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