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A Story Book Setting on the Horsepasture River! - River Falls

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A house with a stone pathway leading to the entrance, surrounded by trees and a stone fence.
A covered outdoor deck with a stainless steel grill, wooden deck flooring, and a hanging chair.
An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and large windows.
A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, large windows, and a cozy seating area.
A grand staircase with white railings and wooden steps, leading to an upper floor.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Nantahala National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Spa pool on site
  • Indoor pool
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Sapphire, NC
  • Place, Hogback Lake
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Whisper Lake
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Western Carolina University
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Guest Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Guest Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

Maser Bedroom

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Guest Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Guest Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Half Bathroom

Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

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About the area

Sapphire

Located in Sapphire, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Gorges State Park and Highlands Biological Station reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Cashiers Farmers Market and Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
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Map
Sapphire, NC

What's nearby

  • Hogback Lake - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Whisper Lake - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Lake Jocassee - 27 min drive - 30.0 km
  • Western Carolina University - 42 min drive - 55.1 km
  • Fred W. Symmes Chapel - 57 min drive - 71.1 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grand Olde Station at Lake Toxaway - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Tavern @ High Hampton - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Buck's Coffee Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mica's Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Los Vaqueros - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does A Story Book Setting on the Horsepasture River! - River Falls have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at A Story Book Setting on the Horsepasture River! - River Falls?

As of 25 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at A Story Book Setting on the Horsepasture River! - River Falls on 4 Nov 2026 start from AU$6,292, 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.

Is A Story Book Setting on the Horsepasture River! - River Falls pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A Story Book Setting on the Horsepasture River! - River Falls?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A Story Book Setting on the Horsepasture River! - River Falls?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A Story Book Setting on the Horsepasture River! - River Falls?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A Story Book Setting on the Horsepasture River! - River Falls located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Nantahala National Forest and Hogback Lake. Whisper Lake and Sapphire National Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was clean, well stocked, and comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped. The views of the forest and river were beautiful and relaxing. We especially enjoyed the time we spent on both the screened in and open decks where we soaked in the forest setting and listened to the river and birds. We also enjoyed the Sapphire Valley Resort and several local restaurants. We highly recommend this property.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2026
Thank you for taking the time to review your stay! We are so glad that you had a wonderful time and look forward to seeing you again! Landmark Vacations
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Can't wait to go back!

This home was the perfect mountain getaway. From the sound of waterfall to the easy location to get around to other areas, we loved this spot. The house itself was appointed perfectly, very clean, and comfortable. We can't wait to visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May 2023
Thank you for taking the time to review your stay! We are so glad that you had a wonderful time and we look forward to seeing you again! Landmark Vacations
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

River Falls is the Best

The house is beautiful, and the view from the deck is spectacular. The house is well-appointed, and the property manager could not have been nicer or more responsive. We expect to go back in the future.
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Needs better management

It was a lovely, large house, with an unusual, one might say labyrinthine, interior layout. The river was beautiful, but not ideal for trout fishing. You'll need to wade about 1/4 mile in either direction for good fishing. There were problems, however. The most annoying was the check-in. We drove in from the north, Asheville area. To check in or out you have to drive about 20 minutes of very winding road to get to the realtor's office, adding nearly an hour to both your arrival and departure trips. In addition, at least a dozen light bulbs were out, and there wasn't enough propane in the grill tank to cook a hamburger. We had to use the grill on the lower deck, which feeds from the main house tank. There were no instructions for using the fireplace remotes, but after finding the brand I was able to use instructions I found online. Similar issue with the elevator. I eventually found the remotes for the garage door. Moreover, it took several days to figure out what light switches turned on which lights (hard to do when the bulbs were out). In general, there was simply a lack of instructions on how the house works, where things were located, etc. We never did find any steak knives. There's more, but you get the picture. I've stayed in numerous Vrbo houses and never had this problem to this extent before. In short, nice house, but needs better management.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 June 2023
Thank you for taking the time to review your stay! We wish you had reached out to us during your stay so that we could assist. Our maintenance and housekeeping team have rectified the issues and we have not received any calls from the current guests. The elevator is not available for guests use which is why we do not advertise it in the listing. We are so glad that you had a wonderful time and we look forward to seeing you again. Landmark Vacations
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfectly clean and the most beautiful setting!
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 June 2026
Thank you for taking the time to review your stay! We are so glad that you had a wonderful time and look forward to seeing you again! Landmark Vacations
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relax to the sound of the river!

We had a relaxing time. The home is beautiful and so comfortable. The view of the river is beautiful and the sound is wonderful. The home is near restaurants, golfing, and hiking.. The weather is so cool. It was in the 70's during the day. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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