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Perched high in Sapphire Valley Resort, Whispering Woods Retreat offers the quintessential mountain experience with an indoor and outdoor pool, picturesque swimming beach at Fairfield Lake, and nearby golf at Sapphire National Golf Club. Explore the woods on walking trails or stroll along the river walk before unwinding with free WiFi in this two-bedroom condo.

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8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Two-story resort condo, pools, tennis, golf & lake access. Dog friendly

Whispering Woods Retreat

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Find all the pleasures of a classic mountain resort at Whispering Woods Retreat, a two-bedroom condo nestled in the woods of Sapphire Valley Resort. Sapphire Valley Resort offers a wide array of amenities including shared pools, sports courts, golf, and more for a small additional fee that can be arranged after arriving.

Inside this two-story condo, you'll be greeted by lofty ceilings and views of the surrounding forest. There's a galley kitchen with stainless steel appliances, space to sip your morning coffee from the Keurig at the breakfast bar from or outside on the balcony. A dining room table where you can sit down to enjoy meals. Soak in the natural morning light from the second-floor bedroom. There's a second balcony off the primary bedroom, DirecTV satellite in the living room, and free WiFi throughout. Enjoy the electric fireplace available in the living room for warmth and ambiance.

Dating back to 1896, this scenic resort community sits just outside the charming town of Cashiers at more than 3,000 feet of elevation. On the grounds, you'll find indoor and outdoor pools, a picturesque swimming beach and dock at Fairfield Lake, the Sapphire National Golf Club, a tennis center, Ski Sapphire Valley, sports courts and fields, a putt-putt course, walking trails, and a river walk (an amenity pass is available for an additional fee).

RESORT AMENITIES
-Indoor and outdoor pools
-Fairfield Lake (with a dock, boat rentals, and a swimming beach)
-Sapphire National Golf Club
-Tennis center
-Ski Sapphire Valley
-Putt-putt
-Soccer fields and basketball courts
-Playground
-Walking trails
-River walk
-Fitness center
-Driving range

THINGS TO KNOW
-The home has the option to buy Sapphire Valley amenities for $5 per day or $25 per week per person. This will give you access to two swimming pools, a hot tub, a sauna, a complete gym, tennis courts, a basketball court, pickleball, miniature golf, and paddle boating and swimming at Fairfield Lake. All just a short drive from the home.
-Pet friendly with fee.
-Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.
-All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity.
-Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
-No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.
-This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC.
-All Vacasa properties comes with a starter kit to assist you on your first day before having to go out and purchase additional items. This includes: dish sponge, dish soap, dishwasher packet, laundry packet. Bathrooms will have 2 rolls of toilet paper per bathroom, shampoo, conditioner and hand soap.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.

Dock details:

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!


Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the condo: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Billiards/pool table
  • Gym
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

84248

About the area

Located in Sapphire, this condo is in the mountains. Highlands Art Gallery and The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include 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. Visit our Sapphire travel guide
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Sapphire, NC

What's nearby

  • Kayaking on Lake Jocassee one of beautiful waterfalls that can be found only by the water
    Lake Jocassee
    30 min drive - 31.4 km
  • Lake Keowee is a man–made reservoir in the United States in the state of South Carolina. It was created to serve the needs of a power utility as well as public recreational purposes. One of my favorite places to go in the summer. The water really is that color.
    Lake Keowee
    39 min drive - 50.2 km
  • Alumni Tower
    Western Carolina University
    41 min drive - 42.1 km
  • Lake Jocassee is a 7,500-acre, 300-foot deep reservoir located in northwest South Carolina created by the state in partnership with Duke Power in 1973. The lake is commonly known for the clean and cold Appalachian mountain rivers that feed the lake to keep its waters cool and clear year-round.  I love kayaking here surrounded by mountains and several water fall around the lake.
    Devils Fork State Park
    43 min drive - 52.3 km
  • Sapphire National Golf Club
    2 min drive - 2.0 km

Restaurants

  • The Fix
    3 min drive
  • The Tavern @ High Hampton
    10 min drive
  • Whiteside Brewing Company
    8 min drive
  • Buck's Coffee Cafe
    7 min drive
  • Grand Olde Station at Lake Toxaway
    13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Two-story resort condo, pools, tennis, golf & lake access. Dog friendly have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Two-story resort condo, pools, tennis, golf & lake access. Dog friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Two-story resort condo, pools, tennis, golf & lake access. Dog friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Two-story resort condo, pools, tennis, golf & lake access. Dog friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Two-story resort condo, pools, tennis, golf & lake access. Dog friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Two-story resort condo, pools, tennis, golf & lake access. Dog friendly located?

Situated in the mountains, this condo building is within 2 miles (3 km) of Nantahala National Forest, Sapphire National Golf Club and Sapphire Valley Ski Resort. Hogback Lake is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) away.

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Two-story resort condo, pools, tennis, golf & lake access. Dog friendly Reviews

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6.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

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10/10 Excellent

Joshua B.

Close to Amazing Waterfalls

We visited over Mother’s Day weekend to visit waterfalls. The location is great, there’s plenty to do in the area. The places had everything we needed and the instructions for arrival and departure are very easy to follow. I like how well everything was communicated through email and texts. Will likely visit again!
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10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

Nice condo, quiet

It was very quiet. The condo had a nice loving room and 2 decks to enjoy the outside. You could by an amenity pass and have lake and recreational access.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Linda R.

Great Visit to Whispering Woods Retreat

I loved my first visit to the Whispering Woods Retreat! It was extremely quiet and private for a townhome unit. I honestly felt like I was in a separate cabin. The unit was attractively furnished and had all the comforts of home. The unit was also in close proximity to the outdoor amenities which was a huge plus. I would definitely visit again.
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10/10 Excellent

Anna H.

Lovely mountain getaway

Quiet, relaxing, lovely mountain getaway

6/10 Okay

Darlene T.

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

Lack of owner response/cleanliness

The property is in a great location but was not cleaned properly and there was a terrible bug problem. We literally had large bugs crawling on us in the bed. The front door would not lock but a maintenance guy did come correct that when he brought ant traps. We tried contacting the owner through the management company but have not received an answer about a partial refund. I never leave bad reviews because I think it’s better to work those issues out privately, but I’m already checked out so I feel like my concerns are going unanswered. .
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Diane B.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Bring your Hangers!

The condo was really very nice. Mostly updated and great for a couple or a small family. The management company was awful! They took anywhere from 2 to 5 days to respond to emails. The unit had an ironing board, but no iron. There was not one clothes hanger in the condo! The management company replied on the departure day that because there were no hangers listed on the amenity list, there were none in the condo. I ended up buying some, but that was just crazy! We really liked the unit, but I will be careful checking to be sure that Vacasa has nothing to do with VRBO units I rent in the future. Don't know what would have happened if we had a real issue.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Pamela S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

A "cool" getaway from the Florida heat

The condo is nicely furnished and it had everything we needed. The only downside was the use of toxic and highly perfumed laundry detergent. We couldn't sleep without first stripping the beds and washing the sheets/pillow cases in our own non-toxic detergent that we brought with us. Bring your own if you are sensitive to these detergents and dryer sheets!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022