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Designer Retreat | Sauna, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Game Room | Sleeps 16, near Ashevil

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Outdoor dining
Property grounds
4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 162822 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Designer Retreat | Sauna, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Game Room | Sleeps 16, near Ashevil

Welcome to a minimal yet modern retreat in the heart of the rural Appalachian, 20 mins south to downtown Asheville, Biltmore Estate and 10 mins from the ski slopes of Hatley Pointe. This unique home combines the rustic charm of tobacco barns with the understated elegance of Nordic design, creating a modest yet breathtaking experience. It is perfect for relaxation, creating memories or a special occasion.

Architected by an award winning design firm, with carefully selected natural materials, the home creates a warm, inviting atmosphere that is humble yet stunning. Nature's beauty is reflected in the simplicity and authenticity of the space. The spacious living areas feature large windows that frame picturesque views of the surrounding mountains, allowing you to feel connected to nature at all times.
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What recent guests have said:
★ "Beautiful inside and out and just a magical getaway"
★ "This is the coolest house I've ever seen in my entire life!"
★ "Lovely stay. Really hope to come back again for longer. The home is so beautiful!"
★ "We enjoyed how comfortable the space was and all of the amazing touches."
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Amenities:
☀ Sauna
☀ Hot Tub
☀ Fire Pit
☀ Radiant heated bathroom floors
☀ 6 Commercial radiant outdoor heaters during winter
☀ Arcade Games
☀ Infinity Table
☀ Ping Pong
☀ Hammocks, Swings
☀ Ooni Pizza Oven
☀ Kamadojoe Big Joe Grill
☀ Weber Genesis High Performance Propane Grill
☀ Thermador Indoor Gas Oven
☀ Indoor Gas Fire Place
☀ 75" TV's and soundbars
☀ Outdoor movie screen and projector

Location
☀ Near a creek on two acres of private land, this home is 4 minutes from Hwy 26 and 6 mins from grocery stores, restaurants, coffee and more,
☀ Quick access to Pisgah National Forest for hiking, scenic views, bike trails, horseback riding
☀ 20 minutes to Asheville (Biltmore Estate, River Arts, dining, shopping, micro-breweries)
☀ 20 minutes to tubing, skiing, zip-lining, and rafting
☀ 20 mins to hiking via the Sam's Gap entrance of the Appalachian Trail
☀ 30 minutes to Blue Ridge Parkway, with many hiking trails, waterfalls
☀ 7 minutes to Mars Hill (University, food, yoga studios, grocery, gas, dining, coffee, art)

The space
* 4 bedrooms | 3 1⁄2 bathrooms | 7 beds (2 king, 3 queen, 2 twin) + 2 sleeper couches | Sleeps 16
* 2,800 square feet on 2 levels, 3 bedrooms upstairs require stairs
* Includes heated outdoor covered porches with entertainment and amenities
* 2 dens/media rooms, 2 x 75" TV's with Sonos sound systems. Apple TV and Android Play for the big football games and Netflix
* 3 private bedrooms + bonus bunk room for teen suite/flex use + 2 dens with sleeping space
* 2 private work desks, include a widescreen HD monitor
* Fully stocked kitchen and pantry with cooking utensils, cutlery
* Coffee Bar with espresso machine, keurig, french press, tea and more
* Kitchen appliances(blender, air fryer, microwave, toaster etc.)
* Gas grill with propane tank, pizza oven with grilling tools
* Outdoor fire pit by the creek
* Radiant floor heated bathrooms
* Radiant heat for mixed use outdoor spaces
* Concrete kitchen countertops
* Washer, Dryer
* Towels, linens, soap, essentials
* Spices, kitchen essentials
* 1 pet max, non-shedding, housebroken, under 40 lbs, please add to reservation. Please contact host with questions.
* Quiet Policy: This home is in a private, quiet, rural neighborhood. Parties, loud music/noise, and unruly behavior are prohibited and will result in eviction. Guests are expected to respect the neighbors and the peace this mountain retreat area affords.
* Quiet hours outdoors must be adhered to 7 days a week: 10:00 PM - 8:00 AM.
* Parking for 6 cars max
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Spend your days exploring the nearby hiking trails, taking in the fresh mountain air, and ending your evenings relaxing on the porches while enjoying the hot tub, movie rooms and other modern comforts. The home offers a unique and elevated lifestyle that combines luxury with appreciation for nature. The open and flexible floor plan allows seamless flow and invites conversations to flourish, making it perfect for spending time with family and friends.

Property manager

Nik

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Table tennis
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 2,822 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Pet Policy: Max 1. Don't leave pets unattended at

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Mars Hill, NC

What's nearby

  • Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Pisgah National Forest - 8 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Sams Gap - 13 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Hatley Pointe Ski Resort - 17 min drive - 20.9 km
  • Navitat Canopy Adventures - 22 min drive - 21.5 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hickory Nut Gorge Craf - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Library Coffee House - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wolf Creek Market - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Designer Retreat | Sauna, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Game Room | Sleeps 16, near Ashevil pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Designer Retreat | Sauna, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Game Room | Sleeps 16, near Ashevil?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Designer Retreat | Sauna, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Game Room | Sleeps 16, near Ashevil?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Designer Retreat | Sauna, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Game Room | Sleeps 16, near Ashevil located?

This family-friendly Mars Hill cabin is located in the mountains, 2.9 mi (4.6 km) from Pisgah National Forest, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Upper Laurel Community Center Park and Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre. Echoview Fiber Mill and Bailey Mountain Bike Park are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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Designer Retreat | Sauna, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Game Room | Sleeps 16, near Ashevil Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John W.

Cool container cabin
This was the coolest place we have ever stayed using Vrbo. The house is nothing like you have ever stayed in before. There is equal outdoor space as indoor space. The swing chairs are amazing! The kitchen had so many cooking tools, some I’ve never even seen before. It had everything! The beds were comfortable, and the bathrooms were very nice. We had five people and were extremely comfortable. There was a whole level to the house that we never even used. The TVs are huge and are great for watching sports or a movie. The house is very close to the interstate and was a good location. I really can’t say enough about this place! Just a tip: bring your own bottled water and jugs of water for the 5 coffee makers! Every morning the coffe bar was such a treat! We would LOVE to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

4/10 Poor

cory j.

Amazing property, but......
My family & I rented this property from 6/16/24-6/19/24 expecting a nice getaway that was close to rafting and Ashville. First, this property looks like a Frank Lloyd Wright home, a stunning, unique design that is incredibly well built & the responsiveness from owner was exceptional (although not always helpful) as well. Unfortunately, our experience was marred by numerous issues that left us feeling frustrated & disappointed. I discovered the lights to the grill area was not working. We had plans for grilling, games etc but could not due to the lights (on a timer) were not coming on. I messaged the owner to which he responded that he would have to “re-trigger” the light sensor remotely. Never worked during our time there. That same night the MB was hot even with the mini split on full blast & the water smelled of sulfur, to which never dissipated. I told the owner we couldn’t sleep in that room due to the AC not working & he asked me to turn the unit off, again, didn’t help. He called a tech to evaluate the mini split, however he only looked at the outside unit & never looked at the inside. The owner advised me to clean the filter on the inside. I did however it did not help the situation at all. At the end of the day, I paid a nice fee per night for a beautiful home that did not live up to the bill due to simple maintenance issues. I do believe that if that place had more care in regards to simple maintenance, we might not have had such a bad experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

allyson C.

You'll never want to leave!
We were not prepared for the WOW factor of this home! The amenities were many, the beds were sumputuous, the kitchen had every gadget/utensil a chef could imagine and the decor was cozy/modern/rustic/chic. We felt at home as soon as we opened our eyes on our first full day. Make sure you plan to spend some quality time AT THE HOUSE to take advantage of the hot tub, sauna, shuffleboard, infinity table, ping pong table, and cozy nooks for reading. During our 7 day stay, cut short by Helene :(, we only left a few times for dining, tours or walks around Asheville. Grocery store is close by with a great selection of food for cooking at home! If you want to totally relax and truly get away from it all, this is the place! Nik was incredible to communicate with, very prompt. We had many questions when we arrived about light switches, wifi connectivity, and how to use some technology and he was right on it!
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alice I.

Cannot "CONTAIN" Myself!
I spent a month searching for a place in the Asheville area that would be the perfect place for my brother and I to get 'the cousins' together and when I finally came across this one, though outside of town, I knew it had everything and then some to keep us all happy and dare I say, contained?! The grocery is a quick 8 minute drive which we did daily which was how we planned our menus. Asheville is a lovely 20-25 minute drive which we made to enjoy brinch at the Blackbird (they take resies which was a relief for our party of 8) and happened upon an art festie; score! Everything from the hot tub to the hanging swings to the ping pong table to the "kids quarters" to the spa-like linens and decor upstairs...it was truly a retreat. Pro Tip: dibs the upstairs queen room with the balcony and open up that door and prepare yourself for the best sleep among the trees you'll ever have. Anyhoo, hoping to make it an annual tradition...
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David K.

Awesome Experience
This is definitely a one of a kind VRBO! It’s packed with lots of amenities both for indoor and outdoor living. My family and I take an annual trip to the NC mountains and this by far was the best place we have ever stayed. Its location is very convenient to Asheville and the Blue Ridge Parkway. We enjoyed visiting several of the small towns in close proximity but more than anything we enjoyed our time together at this perfect retreat.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024