Mountain Getaway, Very Private on 10 Acres with Panoramic View Little Switzerland, North Carolina Vacation Rental by Owner Listing 128839

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Location: Little Switzerland, Blue Ridge Mountains, North Carolina, USA (1/2 way between Blowing Rock and Asheville, Blue Ridge Pkwy.)

Accommodations:  House, 2 Bedrooms + Den, 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-8)

Right off the Blue Ridge Parkway, one of America's most beautiful scenic routes is your own private mountain getaway. Enjoy the spectacular view of the Blue Ridge mountains while relaxing in the 6 person hot tub on the deck (open year-round).

Tucked away in your own hollow of 10 acres, there is cleared land for badminton, volleyball, croquet, barbecue and hiking.

Fine dining and bars are less than 1 mile away. The Biltmore House, America's premier castle is 40 minutes away in Asheville, NC. Linville Caverns are 30 minutes away via the Parkway. 2 hour drive from Charlotte and 40 minutes from Boone. Golfing and hiking easily accessible.

We call our mountain getaway in Little Switzerland the 'Rieke Retreat'. It has been in the family since 1970. It used to be an old homestead for the 'McKinney family' starting in the 1920's.

What is 'LSD'? 'LSD' means Little Switzerland Downtown. It is only nine-tenths of a mile from our house. The New Book Exchange is the highlight. Here you can relax on a sofa in front of a big fireplace, sip coffee or wine and get lost in the book of your choice (I forgot the classical music in the background). Hungry? Go next door to the Little Switzerland Café and have the best Trout BLT in the world followed by apple pie and ice cream! Need a bottle of wine and some cheese for later on? Go through the doors to the Little Switzerland General store and they have quite a selection. You have entered another world. And you are not dreaming.

Golf Information: Grassy Creek Golf course is a public course only 10 minutes away in Spruce Pine. Mount Mitchell Golf Course is about 20 minutes away and is under the largest mountain East of the Mississippi River - Mt. Mitchell. It is well-established and famous for its layout and views.

Other Activities: Gem Mining

The best organized whitewater rafting which is closest to the Rieke Retreat is the Nolichucky River about 45 minutes from the house in Erwin, Tennessee. Little Switzerland is the perfect place to train for bicycling. You can start at the Little Switzerland entrance to the Blue Ridge Parkway and try to 'Assault on Mt. Mitchell' which is about 33 miles. Lance Armstrong has been known to train in this area.

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• Amenities
  • Air Conditioning: 2 window units which will cool entire house.
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Linens Provided
  • Covered Parking
  • Off Street Parking
  • Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
  • Wood Fireplace
  • Wood Stove
• Beds
  • Queen Bed
  • Double Bed
  • Convertible Bed
• Entertainment
  • Cable/Satellite TV
  • DVD
  • Video Library
  • CD Player
  • Stereo System
  • Private Hot Tub: Open year-round. Seats 6.
• Kitchen
  • Full Kitchen
  • Cooking Utensils Provided
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
• Outdoor Features
  • Charcoal BBQ Grill
  • Deck/Patio
  • Balcony
• View/Location
  • Mountain View: View of Table Rock, Hawk's Beak, and Linville Gorge
• Communications
  • Telephone
  • Broadband Internet
  • WiFi (Wireless Internet)
• Other Amenities
  • BBQ pit, outdoor picnic area, badminton, horseshoes, radiant heat in floors, checkers, and games.
• Suitability
  • No Pets Allowed
  • Handicapped Accessible
  • Wheelchair Accessible
  • Smoking Not Allowed
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• Activities (on site and nearby)
  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Shopping
  • Sightseeing
  • Restaurants
  • Rafting
  • Kayaking
  • Swimming
  • Biking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Cross Country Skiing
  • Downhill/Alpine Skiing
  • Snowboarding
  • Sledding/Tubing
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Hunting
  • Rock Climbing
  • Fitness Center/Gym
  • Health/Beauty Spa
  • Antiquing
  • Horseshoes
  • Horseback Riding
• Other Activities
  • Badminton and square dancing on weekends in summer and fall

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May-Oct .. $130/night .. $800/week.
Apr-$130/nt,$700/wk.
Nov-Mar:$130/nt,$600/wk. except Dec. 16-29 at nightly rate only.
Add $75 required maid fee (cleanup at end of stay including.
$50 refundable deposit.  Maximum of 8 guests.
Paypal accepted.
Will not rent by the month.
3 night minimum stay April thru Oct. Otherwise 2 night minimum.

Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.

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• 05/06/09
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  Leah , Greensboro, NC
  • We had a wonderful time and would love to come back! You have a beautiful house and property. The views from your house were amazing. We saw several beautiful waterfalls and lots of mountains. We went horseback riding, hiking, played badminton and horseshoes, visited an apple orchard and explored a mineral mine. The location was so convenient. It is a great place to relax and enjoy nature.
• 05/06/09
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  G Steele , Knoxville, TN
  • Just spent 3 peaceful days at Rieke Retreat! The views are spectacular! We'll be back!
• 10/23/08
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  Shana Brooks , Troutman, NC
  • One of the most beautiful places on Earth! Had a fabulous time hiking, visiting the caverns and enjoying the breathtaking views that surrounded us at the Rieke Retreat. We look forward to coming again when it snows!
• 09/11/08
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  Mike & Cindy , Lake Norman, NC
  • Excellent retreat! We would rate it high in these areas: A) location, B)secure, secluded and private, C) The View! D) well appointed cabin including comfort, AC, decor, deck, hot tub, grounds, kitchen and E) every detail is attended to by the owners and thoroughly communicated to the guests. A great place and we definitely will be back. We have already have reserved dates in 2009.
• 09/08/08
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  Mike and Cindy , Lake Norman, NC
  • Excellent retreat! We would rate it high in these areas: 1-Location/Accessibility 2- Secure, secluded, and private. 3- The View!!! 4- Well appointed cabin in many arenas: comfort, AC, nice decor, deck, hot tub, grounds, kitchen, and of course, The View! 5- Every detail attended to by the owners and communicated to the guests. No questions about anything. 6- A great place. We'll be back.
• 09/02/08
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  Brian Huey , Matthews NC
  • I have read the guest books. I'm not surprised Rieke Retreat is many things to many special people. For a writer it is the place he or she only dreams exists. A place for where creativity blooms and art is all around. Who is a writer? A writer writes. Thank you for creating and offering such a wonderful "ends of the earth" haven. --Brian Huey, The Perpetual Writer. Brian Huey dot com
• 08/25/08
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  Donna Garrison , Cumming, GA
  • Have had the pleasure of enjoying Rieke Retreat before and after renovations, and it just keeps getting better and better! The view, hot tub, and remodeling are awesome! So great to enjoy outside activites as well as peaceful relaxation. I can't wait to get back!!!
• 08/25/08
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  Richard Garrison , Cumming, GA
  • Rieke Retreat just gets better and better each year. The improvement/remodeling over the past year are super. The hot tub and view this time were outstanding. Local events in Altapass and other sights were highlights. Thx for a great place to rest, relax, rechange and enjoy the beauties of nature!!!!
• 08/23/08
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  • One of the quietest, most refreshing situations in which we've ever vacationed. We found the combination of the property's being both unusually secluded but still accessible to the stores of Spruce Pine an unusual benefit. Highly recommended!
• 08/23/08
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  Ed, Lisa & Eddie , Cary, NC
  • RR is one of the most accommodating homes you will ever stay at. Between the badminton, horseshoes, hot tub, and majestic views, you will never want to leave. Our 7-yr old son never even said "I'm bored." Thank you for opening your home to us.

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