Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
Games at the ready
One of the few properties with video games available for guests.
Endless exploration awaits
Guests love the top-rated location, steps from iconic landmarks and sights.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to Wheels Through Time Museum
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Balcony
Hot tub on site
Barbecue grill
Air conditioning
Pet-friendly
Refrigerator
Explore the area
Maggie Valley, NC
Wheels Through Time Museum
Place, Wheels Through Time Museum
12 min walk
Stompin' Ground
Place, Stompin' Ground
15 min walk
Maggie Valley Festival Grounds
Place, Maggie Valley Festival Grounds
20 min walk
Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
53 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Twin Beds
Common Spaces
1 Double Sofa Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
About this property
Balsam Retreat -Charming, Stylish, Great Location!
Welcome to Keaton Cottage’s Balsam Retreat! Centrally located in Maggie Valley with easy access, you can enjoy this home all year long.
Tucked in the trees in a wonderful neighborhood, this newly renovated cottage was designed with the comfort of both our guests and their pets in mind. Balsam Retreat has everything you’ll need for a fabulous mountain getaway!
We happily offer discounts for active military, veterans and first responders. Please message us for details.
Balsam Retreat offers high speed WiFi, king size beds in two bedrooms, Roku tvs, and everything you’ll need for a relaxing stay.
When you first arrive, you will find a large driveway, with parking for multiple vehicles along with a single covered parking area. The downstairs storage area provides a washer and dryer for your convenience. Relax and unwind beside the fire pit at the front of the property.
As you travel up the stone stairs to the wide, gated deck, you’ll be delighted to find cozy rocking chairs, a propane grill, and some beautiful winter views.
As you walk into the main floor of the house you’ll be greeted by an airy living room with an exposed beam ceiling and impressive wood burning fireplace. The delightful kitchen with navy cabinetry, new appliances, and chestnut wood walls, invites you to create a home cooked meal. Also on this floor is cozy master bedroom with a new king size bed and an attached full bath.
Walk up the stairs to the second floor and you will be greeted with a cozy loft and reading nook, plus two additional bedrooms with a Jack and Jill full bath.
Pets are welcome guests at Balsam Retreat and we happily provide a fenced in dog area for our furry friends.
Balsam Retreat is hosted by Loriel and Adam of Keaton Cottages Vacations. Loriel is a licensed real estate agent.
We look forward to hosting you on your next Great Smoky Mountains getaway!
There is paved access to the house that turns to gravel just before the driveway. All roads are maintained year round. There is covered parking for one car or multiple motorcycles and plenty of parking for multiple vehicles.
We are available by text, phone, or message to our guests any time. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us if you need anything at all.
There is so much wildlife in our neighborhood. Deer and elk often walk right through the yard, as do wild turkeys. It is a quiet and peaceful area, yet very close to the center of town.
There is plenty of parking and you will need a car to best enjoy all the area has to offer.
We are happy to welcome pets, and we have no restrictions on breed or size, but please tell about your furry family members that are traveling with you. There is a non-refundable pet fee of $75 per stay.
Guests must climb a flight of natural stone stairs to access the cottage.
Our guests are welcome to use the washer dryer, which is located on the first level of the house next to carport and only accessible from outside. We kindly request that you keep pets off the furniture and bedding.
Lighter fluid or accelerants of any kind are prohibited both at the indoor fireplace and outdoor fire pit.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
We kindly request that you keep pets off the furniture and bedding.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 2569871
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the neighborhood
Maggie Valley
Maggie Valley is home to this vacation home. Fantasy Golf & Game Room and Maggie Valley Gem Mine are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Soco Gap. Traveling with kids? Consider Maggie Valley Festival Grounds and Waynesville Recreation Center.
Maggie Valley Festival Grounds - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Maggie Valley Opry House - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
Fantasy Golf & Game Room - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
Getting around
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 48 min drive
Restaurants
Catrina’s Cantina - 6 min drive
Joey's Pancake House - 4 min drive
Maggie's Galley - 14 min drive
Caffeine & Chaos - 8 min drive
Beach Mountain Diner - 15 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Balsam Retreat -Charming, Stylish, Great Location! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at Balsam Retreat -Charming, Stylish, Great Location!?
As of Sep 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Balsam Retreat -Charming, Stylish, Great Location! on Sep 15, 2026 start from $317, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Balsam Retreat -Charming, Stylish, Great Location!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Balsam Retreat -Charming, Stylish, Great Location!?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Balsam Retreat -Charming, Stylish, Great Location! located?
This family-friendly Maggie Valley vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Wheels Through Time Museum and Stompin' Ground. Maggie Valley Festival Grounds and Fantasy Golf & Game Room are also within 2 mi (3 km).
About the host
Hosted by Loriel and Adam of Keaton Cottages Vacations
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests