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Treehouse - Luxury mountain living at the water’s edge of Hogback Lake

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Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9325 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Check out the area

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Sapphire, NC
  • Popular LocationHogback Lake1 min walk
  • Popular LocationSapphire National Golf Club5 min drive
  • Popular LocationWhisper Lake6 min drive
  • AirportGreenville, SC (GSP-Greenville-Spartanburg Intl.)106 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Branch Left

2 Single Beds

Branch Right

2 Single Beds

canopy

1 King Bed

Treetrunk

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Branch Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Treetop Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Tree trunk bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Treehouse - Luxury mountain living at the water’s edge of Hogback Lake

Take it easy at this unique and tranquil getaway in the Blue Ridge Mountains, a rare gem on a serene lake in Sapphire Valley. This lakefront home provides detail for optimum comfort, aesthetic pleasure and relaxation. Soak in the gorgeous lake views from almost every room, relax on one of three decks or enjoy our hot tub, fire pit, shuffleboard, luxurious bathrooms, dry sauna, home theater, lovely kitchen, multiple kayaks, a double canoe and floating dock, fishing rods - all the bells and whistles!
Your family or group will have access to all (Sapphire Valley Community Center amenities, only a 10-15 minute drive away. Much of it free, with also discounts for golf and skiing/tubing. )
What could be better for a getaway than a Luxury Lakefront Treehouse with spectacular mountain and lake views on all levels, comfy bedrooms, hot tub overlooking the lake. Wake up to mountain air, take in the sounds of our birds and wildlife, the beauty among the trees and glistening lake below. The house is perched on a ferny lakeside bank, among pine, hickory, maple, rhododendron and mountain laurel, We have 2 kayaks, one double canoe and one 15 ft lily pad as our flotilla. An hour of steady paddling gets you to the far corners and back, passing small hidden waterfalls and streams that feed it after a good rain.
For recreation we have a 15' Lilly pad, darts, corn hole, puzzles, chess and board games, and a hand crafted 12' shuffleboard, built by my sons, as will some gaming in the Home Theater. Our hot tub is beautifully crafted, a rare stainless and tile on the deck looking over the lake and mountains, and our dry sauna is just steps away, indoors.
The house is beautifully designed with craftsman mission and branch/ twig furnishings. Think luxury tree house! Even our dining table is crafted from tree trunk base,
The King bedroom top floor ("Canopy"), main level bedrooms with 2 xl twins are ("Trunk") and another same at ("Branch"), extra multi-purpose room facing lake, ("Nest") Kitchen and living room are also on main, "Trunk/Branch" level. Lower level , ("Root") has King bedroom/livingroom, spacious spa bathroom and sauna, Home Theater and rope benches swing on the deck. If looking for our dart board, it's below our “Root" level near deck to the dock. Enjoy sitting around our 42" fire pit by the lake, just steps from our deck. The bathrooms and spa bath complete with sauna, double shower and outdoor hot tub looking out on the lake, are designed with indulgence in mind. Try out our new home theater for your evening entertainment. We have beautiful outdoor lighting and sturdy walkway to our dock. This home was purchased in 2020 and so many of our guests are returning. We have parking for 3 or 4 vehicles including a spacious 2 car garage. All our guests will have access to Sapphire Community center which has an indoor and 2 outdoor pools along with other activities. Hiking trails are close by with a dozen incredibly beautiful waterfalls. Rainbow Falls in Gorges Park is a nearby favorite, as is the Panthertown Trail, only 15 minutes away.

A note about our additional fees for over 4 people:
We started this rental about the same time of the pandemic when folks wanted to travel in smaller groups. Quite often I got requests from a group of 2,3 and 4 to book and I discovered it best for all, that the price be lowered for smaller groups by lowering the “base” price. VRBO actually recommended this so that pricing reflected the number of guests. A few reasons also are that more guests mean more wear on the home as well as more cleaning afterwards. Our cleaners are paid a “living wage” and always more for larger groups. I believe this pricing and extra fee structure creates transparency and serves the most people all around.
I would be happy to welcome a group of 9 maximum with the understanding that we’ld provide a blowup mattress which could fit in the theater room. It’s not a spacious accommodation for 9 but very workable. Regarding cancellations, I will make every effort to rebook and return most of your payment. Though not obligated to do so, I work hard at being fair. Hope to welcome you to our
Treehouse at water’s edge!

Property manager

Email or phone owner, Maria Crawford
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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Extra supervision please of children for safety.

Events

No events allowed
Must be agreed on and will have extra fee.

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
$20 per day plus required to clean inside and out

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Not in the house. Total cleanup outside please.
Life jackets worn when on any boat. You will find them in the dock chest. Please return boats and paddles Swim at your own risk.
Special care of dirt foot traffic on light carpet areas please. Often best to remove shoes when entering.
Pets: Flea-less, a must. No trace behind. Clean paws Dog bags inside trash bags. Tape adhesive roller for shedders in closet

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
Note from host: Must be agreed on and will have extra fee.
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, outdoor lighting and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sapphire

Located in Sapphire, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Jocassee and Devils Fork State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Cashiers Farmers Market and Highlands Biological Station. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Sapphire, NC

What's nearby

  • Hogback Lake - 1 min walk
  • Sapphire National Golf Club - 5 min drive
  • Whisper Lake - 6 min drive
  • Gorges State Park - 9 min drive
  • Whitewater Falls - 20 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • Whiteside Brewing Company - 10 min drive
  • Cornucopia Restaurant - 11 min drive
  • Starbucks - 9 min drive
  • Orchard - 11 min drive
  • Mica's Restaurant - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Treehouse - Luxury mountain living at the water’s edge of Hogback Lake pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Treehouse - Luxury mountain living at the water’s edge of Hogback Lake?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Treehouse - Luxury mountain living at the water’s edge of Hogback Lake?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Treehouse - Luxury mountain living at the water’s edge of Hogback Lake located?

This family-friendly Sapphire holiday home is located on the waterfront, just steps away from Nantahala National Forest and Hogback Lake. Whisper Lake and Sapphire National Golf Club are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Clay G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Escape
We loved the house and property so much! Spent many evenings cooking and canoeing at the property. I even cancelled many dinner reservations just to relax at the house. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pre -wedding trip
We took my daughter and son for one last trip just the four of us before my daughter marries in April. We had more than enough room, enjoyed the hot tub and media room! The kitchen is better stocked than any rental I’ve ever stayed in. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful Getaway
Not too many of these vacations left for my grandmother. It was a perfect getaway to take her on.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maxwell M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Perfect Wedding Week!!!
This property is amazing!!! Extremely clean!! You walk in and feel as if it is your personal vacation home. Everything you could possibly need. It was the perfect vacation rental for our wedding week. Maria was very helpful and fast to response to any questions.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Family Vacation
The Treehouse was exactly as pictured. It was very clean and well stocked. Maria was wonderful and responsive (though we didn't have any issues). We would do excursions during the day (ziplining, white water rafting, hiking to waterfalls) and would come back to the house in the evening and cook dinners and sit on the deck overlooking the lake. We would also take the kayaks around the lake in the evenings. We used the grill several times and it appeared to be new. The hot tub was well maintained. Overall, the house was amazing and there were lots of wonderful memories made. I would highly recommend the Treehouse for your next vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Email or phone owner, Maria Crawford

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Having traveled extensively, owning and managing four unique properties, I have some knowledge about what folks yearn for as a getaway. I receive the most pleasure creating a space, attention to detail, and tasteful decor for friends or family to relax and enjoy their time together.

Why they chose this property

Beauty abounds on all 4 levels; Canopy, Branch, Trunk and Root. It's quite simply a paradise!
A quick note where we are with our photos.
We will be adding;
- My sons’ hand crafted shuffleboard
- The lower level King bedroom, (same level as the spa and home theater)
- The new small kitchen/laundry area
- Our tree trunk octagon dining table, Craftsman and Rustic Branch pieces.
We are constantly improving, bit by bit.

What makes this property unique

Guests are treated to the pools and all amenities of Sapphire Community Center, if so desired. Just let me know and I will add your name to our Guest List for all Sapphire Amenities. To explore another scenic lake nearby, you are welcome to enjoy the beach and swimming area at Fairfield Lake.
On Hogback Lake, this "Treehouse" property enjoys a private dock with 2 kayaks and one canoe, also a 15 ' lake pad for extra fun.

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