10/10 Excellent
Sue W.
Aug 25, 2025
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Sue W.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
All-Season Mountain Retreat with Resort Access
Family-friendly lodge with a fitness center and a sauna
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Pool
- Hot tub
- Pet friendly
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
- Gym
Explore the area
Sapphire, NC
- Hogback LakePlace, Hogback Lake18 min walk
- Harrahs Cherokee CasinoPlace, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
- Sapphire National Golf ClubPlace, Sapphire National Golf Club1 min drive
Room options
About the neighborhood
Sapphire
This lodge places you next to Nantahala National Forest and within a mile (2 km) of Hogback Lake. The guestroom includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
What's nearby
- Hogback Lake - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
- Sapphire National Golf Club - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles
- Lake Jocassee - 30 min drive - 18.1 miles
- Lake Keowee - 38 min drive - 29.8 miles
- Western Carolina University - 43 min drive - 27.0 miles
Restaurants
- The Tavern @ High Hampton - 13 min drive
- The Fix - 6 min drive
- Whiteside Brewing Company - 10 min drive
- Buck's Coffee Cafe - 10 min drive
- Slab Town Pizza - 11 min drive
About this property
All-Season Mountain Retreat with Resort Access
Welcome to your perfect mountain escape! This spacious lodge features an open floor plan filled with natural sunlight, creating a warm and inviting space for gathering. With five bedrooms and four full bathrooms, it comfortably accommodates large groups and families. Step outside to a scenic front yard that opens onto a peaceful golf course—ideal for morning and afternoon strolls with breathtaking mountain views. Just ten minutes away, Fairfield Lake offers a swimming beach, dock, rentals, and a picturesque walking trail. Guests also enjoy full access to the Sapphire Valley Resort, where year-round amenities include indoor and outdoor pools, a sauna, gym, mini golf, arcade, bike rentals, and even skiing, snowboarding, and tubing in the winter. After a day of adventure, unwind at one of our favorite local restaurants like Mica’s, The Library, or Slopeside Tavern. Your unforgettable mountain getaway starts here!
Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. The bathroom offers a jetted tub and hair dryers. Other standard amenities include a kitchen, a washing machine, and 4 bathrooms.
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
- Available in some public areas: Internet access
Things to do
- Arcade/game room
- Books
- Communal pool
- Games
- Gym
- Hot tub
- Indoor pool
- Outdoor pool
- Sauna
- Ski lift privileges
- Table tennis
Conveniences
- Laundry facilities
Outdoors
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- In the mountains
Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Elevator
- Handrails in stairways
- Pool hoist on site
- Thin carpet in public areas
- Tile flooring in public areas
- Wheelchair accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
- Wheelchair-accessible pool
More
- Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 4 bathrooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Jetted bathtub
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- Smart TV
- Video games
Food and drink
- Blender
- Coffee grinder
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dining table
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Ice maker
- Kitchen
- Kitchen island
- Lobster/crab pot
- Microwave
- Oven
- Paper towels
- Refrigerator
- Separate dining area
- Stovetop
- Toaster
More
- Air conditioning
- Dryer
- Fireplace
- Heating
- Iron/ironing board
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 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Empty refrigerator/freezer & clean counter tops
Please clean up after your dog inside and outside the house; sweep/vacuum excessive pet hair and pick up any dog waste from the yard
Turn thermostats to 76°F during warm season or 66°F during cold season
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Rules
The house has a locked storage area in the garage exclusively for the Owner’s use, and is not available space for Guests.
Any items in the garage (except trash bins) are not for guest use, video surveillance is inside the garage
Pets
- This property welcomes pets
- Dogs only
- 1 total (50 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
- Service animals exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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
- Check-in: 4:00 PM
- Check-out: 11:00 AM
- Minimum check-in age: 25
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
- This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
- Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
- A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
- Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
- Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
- Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to see around this lodge?
This lodge is located in Sapphire, just steps from Nantahala National Forest. You'll also find Sapphire National Golf Club and Whisper Lake within a short drive.
Is parking available on site at All-Season Mountain Retreat with Resort Access?
No, there isn't parking available at the lodge.
Is this lodge associated with a casino?
No, this lodge is not connected to a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at this lodge?
Yes, this lodge has an indoor pool as well as an outdoor pool and a hot tub.
Is All-Season Mountain Retreat with Resort Access good for couples?
There are many amenities for couples at this lodge, including a fireplace, fireplaces in some guestrooms, as well as an outdoor pool.
Are there hot tubs at All-Season Mountain Retreat with Resort Access?
Yes, this lodge has a spa tub.
Does this lodge include breakfast service?
No, this lodge doesn't offer breakfast.
Does this lodge allow pets to stay for free?
Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this lodge.
Are there connecting rooms at All-Season Mountain Retreat with Resort Access?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this lodge.
Are there rooms with balconies at All-Season Mountain Retreat with Resort Access?
Yes, every guestroom at All-Season Mountain Retreat with Resort Access comes with a balcony with some featuring golf course views.
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