5 Mi to Ski Sapphire Valley: Cozy Retreat w/ Decks
Luxuriate in sheer coziness and picturesque views at this 5-bedroom, 3-bathroom Sapphire home. Brimming with amenities, including a screened-in porch, pool table, 7 Smart TVs, and 2 fireplaces, this rustic-chic vacation rental was designed to melt your worries away. When you’re not basking in the mountain views at this spacious abode, enjoy the community game room, pools, and lake access. Don’t forget to golf at Red Bird Golf Links, ski at Ski Sapphire Valley, and hike at Gorges State Park!
-- THE PROPERTY --
3,200 Sq Ft | Gas Grill | Screened-in Porch | Community Indoor/Outdoor Pools | Lake Access
Teeming with amenities and nearby adventures, this breathtaking home is perfect for large families or groups of friends looking for the ultimate Southern Appalachian escape.
Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: King Bed | Bedroom 3 (Loft): King Bed | Bedroom 4: King Bed | Bedroom 5: 2 Twin Bunk Beds | Lower Living Room: Queen Sleeper Sofa | Additional Sleeping: Pack ‘n Play
COMMUNITY AMENITIES (w/ addt'l fee, 4 miles away): 2 hot tubs, 2 saunas, fitness center, mini golf, zip-lining, recreation fields (soccer field, basketball courts, running track & walking trails), game room (pool tables, ping pong tables & air hockey), River Walk, playground, rental lake equipment (fishing gear, paddleboats, kayaks, stand-up paddleboards & electric boats), 3-mile lake trail, gift shop SKI SAPPHIRE VALLEY (w/ fee): Ski slopes, snow tubing, ski & snowboard rentals, ski school OUTDOOR LIVING: Wraparound decks, balcony, outdoor furniture, mountain/wooded views INDOOR LIVING: 7 Smart TVs, 2 fireplaces, pool table, farmhouse dining table, wet bar, walk-in showers, shower/tub combo, gable windows, rustic-chic decor KITCHEN: Fully equipped w/ cooking basics, breakfast bar, Crockpot, Keurig & drip coffee makers, toaster, blender, ice maker, hot water pot, spices, dishware/flatware, knife set, garbage disposal GENERAL: Free WiFi, central air conditioning/heating, washer/dryer, iron/board, linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, hair dryers, hangers, trash bags, paper towels, board games FAQ: Stairs required for access, 1 Ring doorbell (facing front entry), community amenities fee (paid on-site, $5/day/guest or $25/week, 13 & under free) PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
OUTDOOR RECREATION: Gorges State Park (4.3 miles), Sapphire Valley Resorts - Community Amenities (4.5 miles), Ski Sapphire Valley (4.6 miles), Deep Gap Trail Head (6.5 miles), Cashiers Sliding Rock (11.9 miles), Big View Scenic Overlook (12.0 miles), Whiteside Mtn Trail (13.1 miles), Yellow Mountain Trail (17.1 miles), Great Smoky Mountains National Park (53.0 miles) WATERFALLS: Turtleback Falls (4.9 miles), Rainbow Falls (4.9 miles), Hurricane Falls (9.8 miles), Whitewater Falls (11.4 miles), Silver Run Falls Trailhead (11.5 miles) GOLF COURSES: Sapphire National Golf Club (3.4 miles), Red Bird Golf Links (4.6 miles) BREWERIES/DISTILLERIES: Sapphire Mountain Brewing Company (3.4 miles), Whiteside Brewing Company (7.5 miles), Satulah Mountain Brewing Company (17.5 miles), Cedar Mountain Moonshine (28.1 miles), Victoria Valley Vineyards (44.5 miles) AIRPORTS: Asheville Regional Airport (40.3 miles), Greenville-Spartanburg International Airport (73.6 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: The property requires stairs and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility - NOTE: Community amenities are available for an additional fee of $5/day or $25/week for guests 14 and older (13 and under are free). Amenity cards are paid for and picked up upon arrival - NOTE: The community amenities are located 4 miles away; they are not on-site - NOTE: The community hot tubs and saunas are only available to guests ages 14 and up - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features a Ring doorbell device with an exterior security camera facing the front outdoor entry. The camera does not look into any interior spaces. The camera actively records video when motion is detected by the device (including devices linked to the camera such as the alarm system’s motion detector) or when the video doorbell button is pressed
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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
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 first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Sapphire
Located in Sapphire, this holiday home is in the mountains. Highlands Art Gallery and The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sapphire National Golf Club and Sapphire Valley Ski Resort. Travelling with kids? Consider Cashiers Farmers Market and Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.
Western Carolina University - 47 min drive - 47.6 km
Getting around
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 59 min drive
Restaurants
Grand Olde Station at Lake Toxaway - 9 min drive
The Tavern @ High Hampton - 14 min drive
Whiteside Brewing Company - 12 min drive
Buck's Coffee Cafe - 11 min drive
Canyon Kitchen - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is 5 Mi to Ski Sapphire Valley: Cozy Retreat w/ Decks pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at 5 Mi to Ski Sapphire Valley: Cozy Retreat w/ Decks?
As of 12 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 5 Mi to Ski Sapphire Valley: Cozy Retreat w/ Decks on 26 Aug 2026 start from AU$818, 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.
How much is parking at 5 Mi to Ski Sapphire Valley: Cozy Retreat w/ Decks?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 5 Mi to Ski Sapphire Valley: Cozy Retreat w/ Decks?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 5 Mi to Ski Sapphire Valley: Cozy Retreat w/ Decks?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 5 Mi to Ski Sapphire Valley: Cozy Retreat w/ Decks located?
This family-friendly Sapphire holiday home is located in the mountains, within 2 mi (3 km) of Nantahala National Forest and Hogback Lake. Whisper Lake is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We enjoyed our stay. We had a friends reunion over a weekend. Home was clean and had everything we needed. Location was easy to find.
Devin T.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jan 2025
From the owner: "Thank you for your review! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and that the home was perfect for your friends' reunion.It's wonderful to know that the location and amenities worked well for you. We would be happy to host you again!"
The home is beautiful and the location was perfect. We are all flat landers from the SC coast.. This property was centrally located for all our adventures. Also, home was well equipped for our needs. Thanks for sharing your home with my family.
Good family escape and accommodating, responsive owner. Easy and comfortable!
Deborrah H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2024
From the Owner: "Thank you for your kind words! I'm glad your family found our home to be a comfortable and easy escape. It was a pleasure hosting you, and I'm happy I could be responsive to your needs. I hope to welcome you back for another relaxing stay!"
Everything was just as advertised. Wonderful location, peaceful, beautiful inside and out. Warm and welcoming! I couldn't have imagined a better place.
This home was beautiful and beautifully equipped. We spent our 35th anniversary there with our adult kids. Very comfortable and the kids enjoyed playing pool. Did some hiking at Gorges State Park and snow tubing at Sapphire. Highly recommend!
Pam S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jan 2024
From the owner: "Thank you for choosing our home to celebrate your 35th anniversary with your family! We're delighted to hear that you found the space beautiful and well-equipped. It's wonderful that everyone enjoyed the comfort and had a great time playing pool. The activities at Gorges State Park and snow tubing at Sapphire sound like fantastic additions to your celebration. We appreciate your recommendation and value your feedback, you're welcome back, anytime."
Everyone loved the house. Beds are very comfortable! Game cabinet was well stocked. Upstairs loft is amazing and everyone fought over the shower there! Got to see bears twice, once during the day and once at night! Definitely enjoyed!
Christine H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Aug 2024
From the owner: "Thank you for the great feedback! I'm glad everyone loved the house, especially the comfy beds and the loft. Seeing bears must have been exciting! We’d love to host you again."
The pictures do not do it justice. Plenty of bedrooms- wonderful fireplaces and big open kitchen and family room with an incredible view. The downstairs is almost like its own space where kids hung out so adults could hang upstairs. Pool table was a bonus and beds were really comfortable. Close to everything and we tubed at Saphirre Valley Ski and then used the amenity cards for 5 dollars to use indoor heated pool and hot tub. Check in and check out were easy!
Heather H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Feb 2025
From the owner: "Thank you so much for your kind review! We’re thrilled to hear that the home exceeded your expectations and that you enjoyed the space, fireplaces, and incredible view. It’s great that the layout worked well for both kids and adults and that you were able to take advantage of the nearby activities and amenities. We’d love to host you again for another mountain getaway!"
Spent a week here…. For our 3 grown children, their spouses and a grandson, the layout was close to perfect. It says 4 bedrooms but with the loft, it’s really 5 BR with a bathroom on each floor. We found the kitchen nicely stocked with all the conveniences of home and the house to be comfortable. Although lacking a summertime far reaching view, sitting amongst the tree tops was equally grand. Loved the screened in porch! The location was easily accessible and close to major roads and a grocery. We thought it was the perfect place for us!
Jennifer M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site
4/10 Poor
Janet
24 July 2025
Issues
Air conditioning was broken/not working and despite being told HVAC service would be provided they never came. We had to spend a significant amount of time troubleshooting one of the mini split units, another mini split stopped working, and the central air never really worked. Additionally, the dryer did not work at all and we were not informed of this ahead of time. We showed up and there was a note that it was broken. So, with a house full of kids we had no way to wash and dry clothes.
Janet
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2025
Hi Janet, we’re so sorry to hear about the challenges you experienced during your stay—it’s always our goal to provide a fully functional and comfortable home for our guests. We followed up with the homeowner after reading your feedback, and they wanted to share the following:
- When we were notified of the A/C issues, we immediately contacted multiple HVAC companies but unfortunately couldn’t secure service as quickly as we’d hoped, which we understand was very frustrating.
- The dryer issue arose the same day you arrived, and we acknowledge that leaving a note instead of notifying you ahead of time wasn’t the best approach. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience this caused, especially for a group with kids.
Thank you for sharing your feedback.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Rocky
18 Dec 2022
fantastic home for family getaway
We want to thank the home owners and the Evolve team for a wonderful family getaway. The home and location are perfect. It was very quiet and secluded. The home was decorated for Christmas and this made it much more inviting. Again thank you
I have 6 siblings and we were all able to stay along with my parents, brother in law and one nephew (11 people total) and had a great time! The house was wonderful and has a great layout. We enjoyed everything with the only negative being that the loft king bed was very comfortable with a memory foam mattress topper but all the other beds were without a topper and were uncomfortable. Otherwise no complaints!
The pictures do not do this property justice. Besides the fact that it is beautiful and clean, it is also extremely well stocked with linens, kitchen items, and even toiletries. We wanted for nothing. The community and recreation centers are about a 10 minute drive away on winding roads and offer a variety of activities. A few activities (skiing, tubing, and boating) were not available due to time of year, but between hiking, day trips, ziplining, the fitness center, the pool/hot tubs/saunas, and the other recreational amenities, we found more to do than we could do during our stay.