Entire home·Private host

Renovated Luxury Mountain House Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Private Deck, and Fire Pit

Nestled in the Smoky Mountains, Balsam Lodge offers a luxurious retreat. Unwind with a soak in the hot tub or enjoy s'mores around the fire pit on your private patio. Take advantage of modern amenities like high-speed WiFi and Smart TVs while cooking up meals in your fully equipped kitchen.

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

Dryer
Hot tub
Parking available
Washer
Pet-friendly
Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

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

Renovated Luxury Mountain House Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Private Deck, and Fire Pit

Balsam Lodge combines the rustic charm of a Smoky Mountains retreat w/ modern luxury finishes. Conveniently located just 2 miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway, with views and amazing hiking, only 45 mins west of Asheville for a day trip, 15 mins from downtown Waynesville or downtown Sylva with local craft breweries and charm, 24 mins to WCU - explore all that Western Carolina has to offer.

- Keyless Entry
- Hot Tub
- Fire Pit
- Fully Equipped Kitchen
- Huge Private Deck and Patio
- Gas Grill
- High speed Wifi Smart TVs

The space
Adventure and escape into the mountains with your very own private retreat. Cook fabulous meals in this luxury kitchen after a day of hiking and exploring. Enjoy this professionally designed and recently renovated space, which is designed to help you unwind, relax, and take in the beauty of the surrounding Smoky Mountains. Head outside to enjoy the private patio space with custom lighting, hot tub, and a propane heat lamp for those chilly nights.

As the sun sets, have a seat in our sleek Adirondack chairs around the fire pit for s'mores or just good conversation with friends and family.

Enjoy reading or relaxing on the front porch, upstairs or downstairs - and sit back into one of our hammock chairs for ultimate peaceful quiet time.

Open floor plan upstairs with master bedroom (king bed) and full bathroom. Downstairs features a huge full bathroom with rainfall shower head, 2 full beds, and 2 twin beds. Both upstairs and downstairs equipped with Android SmartTV's and High Speed Wi-Fi.

Centrally located for a quick day trip to Asheville, Cherokee Casino and restaurants, Western Carolina University, or explore nearby mountain towns of Sylva, Waynesville, and Bryson City with craft breweries, coffee shops, and the charm of the Smokies.

There is so much to see and do in this area of the smokies, that you'll want to go ahead and book your trip back for the following year before it fills up!

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

Hot tub

Internet

Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Parking on site

Kitchen

Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster

Dining

Dining table

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Living spaces

Dining table
Living room

Entertainment

Games
Smart TV

Outdoor areas

Barbecue grill
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
Patio

Laundry

Laundry facilities
Washing machine

Work spaces

Desk
Desk chair

Comfort

Air conditioning
Heating

Pets

Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

Iron/ironing board

Safety features

Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 24

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

Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Welcoming dogs only

2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

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

About the area

Sylva is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Nantahala National Forest and Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance, while Museum of North Carolina Handicrafts and LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Smoky Mountain Jumphouse, or consider a night out at Folkmoot Friendship Center.

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Sylva, NC

What's nearby

Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
Waterrock Knob - 15 min drive - 11.4 km
Wheels Through Time Museum - 25 min drive - 23.9 km
Maggie Valley Festival Grounds - 26 min drive - 24.2 km
Cataloochee Ski Area - 36 min drive - 33.2 km

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

‪Taco Bell - ‬11 min drive
‪Cookout - ‬11 min drive
‪Papas & Beer - ‬11 min drive
‪Clyde's Restaurant - ‬11 min drive
‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Renovated Luxury Mountain House Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Private Deck, and Fire Pit pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Renovated Luxury Mountain House Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Private Deck, and Fire Pit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Renovated Luxury Mountain House Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Private Deck, and Fire Pit?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Renovated Luxury Mountain House Retreat w/ Hot Tub, Private Deck, and Fire Pit located?

Situated in Sylva, this holiday home is steps from Nantahala National Forest and 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance. Barber Orchard Fruitstand and Smoky Mountain Jumphouse are also within 6 miles (10 km).