Running Waters gets 5 Stars! Truly Spectacular!

Guest: Andrea (Cary, NC)
Date of Stay: 12/28/11 Review Submitted: 01/02/12

Staying at Running Waters was such a wonderful experience. We had an amazing time and felt all the comforts of home. The house was cleaner than any other house we have ever rented in the mountains. There was so much attention to detail in the way the owners made this house so warm and welcoming for their guests. The kitchen is fantastic and you will enjoy cooking every day and night in it and the table is a great size to seat everyone together! In the past when we have stayed at other places we typically would have trouble with the water pressure however at this house the water pressure was better than our own home! The living room for the adults and having a game room downstairs for the kids was the best part. We never heard our kids and we were able to enjoy a lot of adult time! The owners were so pleasant to deal with and I highly recommend this property to anyone. We had 5 tween girls there between the ages of 9-13 and 6 adults and we had plenty of room! The property is amazing! We were pretty sad to leave today! Thank you so much Rosemary and David for allowing us to use your wonderful home!

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, girls getaway, families with young children, romantic getaway.

50th wedding anniversary

Guest: Millie (Kingsport, TN)
Date of Stay: 08/05/11 Review Submitted: 08/14/11

I just want to let you know how much we enjoyed staying in Running Waters at Eagles Nest. It was the perfect place to gather to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary. We ranged in age from 4 to 77 and all had a great time. The Great Camp offered so many things for the children. We hiked, flew kites. climbed the rope bridges, swam in the heated lagoon, scaled rocks and performed in the amphitheater. The last night we built a fire in one of the fire pits and roasted marshmallows while being serenaded by drums and children's voices. Actually, we had the place practically to ourselves. The house suited us well. Since this was a gathering to celebrate family, we were pleased to be able to seat all eleven of us at the large table by pulling up the island chairs. We got all sorts of information about restaurants in the area, but enjoyed the house and the well equipped kitchen so much that we only left for one meal. The bedrooms were very comfortable and we enjoyed the luxurious linens and the private baths. We also very much appreciated the owner's willingness to rent their mountain home for less that a full week. We were strictly bound by four days, so that made our stay possible. The house is just as pictured and was very clean and well equipped. The owners could not have been nicer about answering our many questions before arrival. We hope to be able to return one day. Until then we have many happy memories.. Millie

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, sightseeing, age 55+, girls getaway, families with young children, romantic getaway.

Family Paradise Found!

Guest: Kim (Greeneville, TN)
Date of Stay: 05/29/11 Review Submitted: 06/09/11

We just returned home from spending a spectacular week at Running Waters!! Words cannot describe this beautiful home. It was like stepping into a magazine cover. The decor was immaculate! The layout was perfect for our 2 families. The teenagers were overjoyed!!!! Imagine that!!!! You are minutes from fun at every corner yet seconds from the pure coolness and peace of rejuvinating mountain air and rest. If you enjoy hiking,ATV excursions, picnicing,volleyball/badminton, golf, shopping,kayaking,or just kicking back on the back deck with a book and a cool drink .....look NO FURTHER. You have found it here at Running Waters!! The owners took every effort to assure our stay was not just pleasant but a memorable time spent with those we love.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, sightseeing, age 55+, girls getaway, families with young children, romantic getaway.

One more thing...

Guest: Sarah (Birmingham, AL)
Date of Stay: 05/27/11 Review Submitted: 06/08/11

So I know I already posted a review, but I had to add something...We checked out of the house on 5/29/11 and on 6/3/11 I received our deposit back in the mail. I mean, I knew we'd be getting it back, but wasn't it expecting it so soon. Might seem small, but it speaks volumes to me-just further proof these folks are great to work with. Thanks.

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DID NOT WANT TO LEAVE!!

Guest: Sarah (Birmingham, AL)
Date of Stay: 05/27/11 Review Submitted: 05/31/11

Rented this house for a weekend for 4 couples while we were in town for a friend's wedding!! The wedding was beautiful but the best part about this weekend was the house! Everything is SO nicely done, not a detail is overlooked. Love all the appliances, fixtures, beautiful log cabin feel but definitely would not describe as rustic!! Even the garage is nice with pretty stone floor! The bathrooms are all beautiful, linens are suberb, beds are to die for--I slept so good!! Anyway, this house truly is gorgeous and I did not want to leave! We are already talking about planning a trip this fall- The Eagles' Nest area is amazing...at the top of the mountain there is Teepee village complete with a lagoon that is heated and just beautiful! Definitely could have used a few more days for R&R. The owners were so nice and easy to work with! This house has everything you could think of---and more. The day of our departure I was looking for the typical list of things to do at check out like putting the towels in one place, etc, taking out garbage, etc and couldnt find any such list. Asked the owners and they said the dont do that because they want people to feel like they're in a fairy tale!! No cleaning?? that IS a fairy tale!! What a wonderful weekend!!

Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, families with young children.

Excellent Wedding Weekend

Guest: Jonathan (Lafayette, Indiana)
Date of Stay: 10/21/10 Review Submitted: 11/05/10

I rented Running Waters directly from the owners through Eagles Nest for my wedding weekend. The owners were very pleasant and easy to work with. The groom's party stayed in the house: there was plenty of room for the eight of us. The decorations and furnishing were beautiful and comfortable. My group spent hours relaxing in the main living area, the open space of which was perfectly conducive to visiting. Eagles Nest itself is a wonderful spot. Despite it's still being in a developmental stage (working out staffing kinks, and developing programs and spaces in addition to consistent marketing image), it was a perfect location for our wedding. Running Waters is an excellent spot for a relaxing weekend with friends. Both I and my groomsmen were very pleased with our stay and look forward to returning again. Many thanks to the owners.

Recommended for:Age 55+, girls getaway, families with young children.

Perfect mountain getaway

Guest: Ray (Indiana)
Date of Stay: 08/08/10 Review Submitted: 09/13/10

My family had the pleasure of staying here for a week courtesy of Make-A-Wish and the Steins. It was a wonderful experience for the entire family. The house has everything, inside and out, that is required of a great vacation. The older children loved the game room and the little ones had a blast everywhere, but especially on the huge deck. The amenities of Eagles Nest are worth the price of admission. They have activities for all ages and fitness levels. If you go home disappointed, it won't be their fault! Thank you, Rose, for the vacation of a lifetime!

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, sightseeing, girls getaway, families with young children, romantic getaway.

A beautiful, memorable weekend!

Guest: intelgirlnc (Charlotte, NC)
Date of Stay: 07/22/10 Review Submitted: 09/02/10

We stayed here the weekend of our wedding. The house is gorgeous, and there is everything you could possibly need. It's luxurious and big and cozy all at the same time. We did have one issue with the a/c when we first arrived (unusually warm in the mountains that weekend), and the owners could not have responded quicker or been more gracious. They even left us a gift for our wedding weekend. Our friends that stayed with us and everyone that came to visit loved the house and had a wonderful time. The kids really enjoyed the gameroom on the first level, and the middle level main area of the house could not have been more comfortable or beautiful to visit with our friends and loved ones that made the trip there. Can't even go into the amentities you have on the property - would need a whole other section for those. We can't wait to come back!!

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, girls getaway, families with young children, romantic getaway.

Guest: W. Rodney Perkins (Moncure, NC)
Date of Stay: 01/04/10 Review Submitted: 01/04/10

Our family rented this from the owners back in October and for the week of New Years 09 to 2010. Had a wonderful time. The house is well constructed, CLEAN, and a kitchen with plenty of space and storage. We had 9 and enjoyed Eagles Nest to each hour. 1300 Acres to Roam as you please and folks are so nice. We will be back....

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Guest: Eliza2 (Austin, Tx)
Date of Stay: 12/16/09 Review Submitted: 12/16/09

Nicely appointed - hope to visit one day

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