'Pine Shadows Chalet': Mountain Cabin in the Woods with Views

• Pine Shadows

  Pine Shadows

  • Guest lhrtmn
  • Date of stay 08/01/07
  • Review Submitted 08/07/07
  The chalet was as described in the description, nestled in a quiet peacefull setting. Our family enjoyed our stay, and would highly recommend this property.

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• Always a Delight

  Always a Delight

  • Guest kim B.
  • Date of stay 10/12/12
  • Review Submitted 01/08/13
  This was our second stay in what we have deemed our "home away from home"!! We arrived on 10/12/12 and stayed through 10/21/12. What an amazing 9 days. As always such a beautiful place to stay!! Feels so much like home that we really did not want to leave. The weather was absolutely beautiful and the trees were at prefection. We had some beautiful wildlife visitors while we were there - a white squirrel, raccoons and about 8 beautiful deer!! Cannot say enough about the awesome hostess Karen and her family. Always so quick to make everything perfect!! Thank you Karen and family for sharing this beautiful home with us. Hope to see you again this year!!

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• SPECTACULAR CHARMING HOME IN A PERFECT LOCATION!

  SPECTACULAR CHARMING HOME IN A PERFECT LOCATION!

  • Guest Maria O.
  • Date of stay 11/17/12
  • Review Submitted 11/28/12
  Words cannot describe how amazingly charming and perfect this home is as well as its owner. Karen was a great host and took care of every detail you can imagine. My family spent thanksgiving week at the chalet and it was outstanding. The convenience of having all the shops/stores less than 10 minutes away and cooking all our meals in the kitchen was great. Every item one can think of is in her home. The fireplace was just soo cozy and all the rooms are perfectly decorated. I was facinated by all the books and wonderful record collection. My husband and two dogs loved being out on the beautiful deck. Upon our arrival date, Karen was kind enough to have dinner delivered to the home as well as the heat & lights on....She is great!! There are easy rules to follow and great details about the house. We did some outstanding antique shopping to the Landrum, SC area as recommended by Karen and we were not disappointed. Thank you Karen for welcoming us into your chalet and looking forward to our next trip. Happy Holidays,

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• Peggy & Steve

  Peggy & Steve

  • Guest Peggy B.
  • Date of stay 08/19/12
  • Review Submitted 08/31/12
  We were at this property from 8/19-24/2012 and thoroughly enjoyed it's peacefulness in the woods. Everything was there that was mentioned in the listing and all furniture was quite comfortable. (We were tempted to bring the king size bed home it was so comfortable!) Layout of home was very well thought out, allowing the guests to enjoy the mountain air and woods off of the deck. We enjoyed a few meals on the deck which was very relaxing! The property was clean and well-maintained. Karen is very easy to work with and responded to emailed questions usually within the hour or less. We visited Chimney Rock (amazing view!), Hendersonville, Carl Sandbergs home ( enjoyed this more than we thought we would! Highly recommend it to others), and we also did a nature walk at a place right there in Columbus. It was a bit overgrown and both of us got biten by mosquitos so wear some repellants if you go. Saw some interesting flowers, mushrooms, and wildlife. Would highly recommend this listing as it is central to touristy locations which you then return to your "home away from home". Thanks Karen!! We'll be back!

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• Lovely

  Lovely

  • Guest Jenny C.
  • Date of stay 07/20/12
  • Review Submitted 08/01/12
  Karen was so kind and thoughtful before our trip even got started. She emailed complete details about how to get to the chalet, how to get in and helpful information about places to eat and shop as well as a Farmer's Market to check out. The property is just beautiful and while there is another home on the same road, it truly feels like you are all alone on a mountain. The location is great. It's in the middle of a very quaint town and centrally located to a highway entrance. The home is very comfortable and tidy. It feels very much like you are in a home which I found to be a nice change from condos that we have stayed in. The deck has great seating so that you can enjoy looking out into the trees or having a peaceful cup of coffee. There are TONS of great books to read. The kitchen is a tad small but did have all that I needed to cook (and more!). My father and his wife joined the 6 of us for a few days and there was ample space for everyone. The loft is more of a suite but is still without a door to close, so privacy should not be assumed. All beds were very comfortable. Karen checked in via email a couple of times to make sure that all was going well and that we had what we needed. I aqppreciated her follow-up very much. I highly recommend this area if you choose to check out Ashville, North Carolina and/or waterfalls. Columbus is just close enough and just far away enough - if that makes sense! More than that though, I highly recommend staying at the Pine Shadows Chalet. It truly has all the comforts of home with the hospitality of a real person. This home is beautiful and my children had such a great time exploring the grounds and wildlife - my daughter delighted in a large lizzard and we got to see a white squirrel! When we get back to North Carolina, we hope the timing works out just right to revisit our home away - Pine Shadows Chalet.

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• Restfully Quiet and Relatively Near Great Natural Attractions

  Restfully Quiet and Relatively Near Great Natural Attractions

  • Guest Gainesville
  • Date of stay 09/01/11
  • Review Submitted 06/14/12
  My month-long stay at Pine Shadows late last summer was one of the best experiences of my life. The house has a spacious, open plan; a splendid long deck overlooking the wooded hillside; and a kitchen that is easy to use and enjoy. My intended writing retreat turned into a combination of reading, writing, and exploring the foothills, mountains, and charming small towns of the Western Carolinas. Convenient to interstate highways yet tucked away in a river valley between small mountains, the house was exactly right for a relaxing long stay. My sister and her husband in far-away Ohio could sense my enjoyment, and decided to join me for a mini-reunion weekend. We went to Asheville for some sightseeing and dining, and they went on to Tennessee for a music tour. Other favorite places nearby include Tryon (charming streets, great dining treats), Saluda via the old road which makes it a lovely drive to the higher elevation, and the Carl Sandburg estate and goat farm near Hendersonville. Confirmed outdoor types will like the many opportunities for hikes, great scenery, and other rugged adventures available in the area, too. Owners of this home are helpful and friendly.

  Recommended for: Pet owners, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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• Peaceful Hideaway

  Peaceful Hideaway

  • Guest David & Lesley B.
  • Date of stay 03/27/12
  • Review Submitted 04/11/12
  Pine Shadows is a well maintained home situated in a peaceful and tranquil location offering solitude, yet only a few minutes from the local amenities - supermarkets, restaurants, gas station etc. The home was clean and comfortably furnished, with everything you could need to make this a home from home. The relaxing atmosphere of just sitting out on the deck, overlooking the wooded area made it difficult to actually want to go out for the day. The location of the home means that it is possible to make several sightseeing trips without having to drive the same route to and from it every day. It is an area that provides numerous opportunities to explore the nature in all its splendor. Karen was very patient and responded to our numerous questions with prompt and informative replies, and helping us with useful tips for our journey from Orlando. Being on holiday from the UK and having only limited knowledge of the area this was very much appreciated and proved most useful to us.

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• Already Spring in the Mountains

  Already Spring in the Mountains

  • Guest Evelyn G.
  • Date of stay 02/20/12
  • Review Submitted 03/19/12
  Our one month spring in the mountains was everything described, and more. We brought our Golden Retriever for a lengthy visit to the Chalet while we looked for a retirement home in this area. The location is ideal for easy access to the many attractions of Asheville, as well as to the solitude of hiking trails , private wineries and antique shops of the Columbus/Tryon/Saluda areas. Even so, we chose to just sit on the deck and admire the amazing views of spring awakening on several of our days. The property was very clean and well maintained. I had more spices and herbs to cook with than in my own kitchen back home. This kitchen makes home cooking fun! The king bed is very comfortable, as are the couches and chairs. We had two bedrooms we did not even use. Very spacious. The huge fireplace and vast music selection made even the rainy days an adventure. I have already recommended this property to my sisters, and friends back home in Iowa. I would recommend buying a Waterfalls Map, and taking in just as many as you possibly can. Karen has boxes of information on most all other attractions and restaurants in the area.

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• Lavish Mountain Retreat

  Lavish Mountain Retreat

  • Guest Ranetta/Phillip A.
  • Date of stay 12/21/11
  • Review Submitted 12/29/11
  Gateway to heaven. The Chalet is a peaceful and tranquil home that is secluded, yet only a few miles away is a small town with all the amenities that you would need. The location is close to historic settings, shopping and scenic tours. The photos on the listing only display a fraction of the beauty of the well-appointed home and grounds. We watched the sunset from the deck and a great view of the woods and the mountains. Our little dog loved taking in the sun through the patio doors. The attached garage was definitely a plus. We had some rain during our stay and it made loading and unloading uneventful. Karen, our hostess, was accommodating and attentive. She promptly responded to any inquiry or concern. We didn't see any deer, but we saw a white (albino) squirrel. You will not be disappointed with this rental.

  Recommended for: Age 55+, people with disabilities, pet owners, girls getaway, romantic getaway, sightseeing.

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• Lavish Mountain Hide-away

  Lavish Mountain Hide-away

  • Guest Ranetta/Phillip A.
  • Date of stay 12/21/11
  • Review Submitted 12/28/11
  Gateway to heaven. The Chalet is a peaceful and tranquil home that is secluded, yet only a few miles away is a small town with all the amenities that you would need. The location is close to historic settings, shopping and scenic tours.The photos on the listing only display a fraction of the beauty of the well appointed home and grounds. We often sat and stood out on the deck and took in the beauty of the woods and watched the sunset. The attached garage was definitely a plus. We had some rain during our stay and it made loading and unloading uneventful. Karen, our hostess, was accommodating and attentive. She promptly responded to any inquiry or concern. We didn't see any deer but we saw a white (albino) squirrel. You will not be disappointed with this rental.

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Additional information about rental rates

Please add the required housekeeping fee, end of stay, of $85.

NC and County taxes are 9.75%. Tax is also required on the cleaning fee.

QUALIFIED FORMER GUESTS. By request at time of booking. 10% discount off published per-night charges.

Fees:

• Housekeeping, end of stay: $85 + tax
• Pet Fee: $50 + tax
• Tax Rate 9.75%

Cancellation policy:

Payments: Personal checks 30 or more days ahead of reserved arrival. Also electronic funds transfer or credit cards through ReservationManager. Payment Schedule 1. A deposit of 50% is due within 7 days of verbal or written confirmation. 2. The balance of payment is due no later than 30 days ahead of arrival. 3. Payment-in-full by credit card or electronic transfer is due for reservations made fewer than 30 days before arrival. Cancellations 1. Intent to cancel should be made in writing via Email to the owner as soon as possible . 2. No cancellation fee is charged if reservation is rescheduled within 6 months of the original arrival. 3. 50% of total will be retained for any cancellation made 30 or fewer days prior to reserved arrival. 4. 25% of total will be retained for cancellation made more than 31 days prior to reserved arrival. 5. No refunds are given for early departure. 6. Travel insurance is highly recommended and may be purchased independently. PINE SHADOWS CHALET HOUSE RULES PLEASE…. 1. Have fun, but remember SAFETY FIRST. 2. Smoking is allowed outside only. Please use an ashtray. Smoky the Bear will thank you. 3. Use the land phone for local calls. If you need the land phone for long distance, use a phone card. The land phone does not have long distance service. 4. Place garbage pails right outside the garage area on Wednesday morning…back into the garage on Wednesday afternoon. Leave filled garbage cans in the garage when you check out. 5. Clean lint from the dryer filter after each load. 6. Roll the grill into the driveway to use it. Afterwards, turn off both handles, front and back. Clean grill rack, if necessary. Roll it back into the garage. 7. If it gets windy, take the table umbrella inside and fasten the chairs to the bungee cord on the deck wall, right. 8. Leave no food outside. There are wild animals in the mountains. 9. Lock all the doors at night before retiring. 10. Play any sound system at moderate levels. We don’t want to disturb the neighbors, and sound is magnified by the mountains. 11. Kindly care for our house as if it were your own. You’ll attract good Karma. 12. In case of emergency, call 911.

If you have any questions please contact the owner.