Studio Mountain Retreat

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A blue house with a white door and windows, surrounded by trees and autumn leaves.
A wooden deck with two rocking chairs and a wooden railing.
A bedroom with a bed, a wooden headboard, a ceiling fan, a TV, a dresser, a chair, and a window.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a sink, and a window.
A living room with a wooden floor, a television on a dresser, a sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a window with a view of trees.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Nantahala National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Dog-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Firepit

Explore the area

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Otto, NC
  • Place, Nantahala National Forest
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Western Carolina University
    ‪47 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Living Room 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Number of living rooms

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About the neighborhood

Otto

Located in Otto, this apartment is in the mountains. 12 Spies Vineyards and Farm and The Factory are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Osage Farm and Whistle Stop Mall. Andy's Trout Farm and Smoky Mountain Center for the Performing Arts are also worth visiting.
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Otto, NC

What's nearby

  • Nantahala National Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Lake Burton - 37 min drive - 42.0 km
  • Tallulah Gorge State Park - 42 min drive - 50.7 km
  • Western Carolina University - 47 min drive - 65.6 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 56 min drive - 74.3 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Siam Thai Cuisine - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Dillard House - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Blue Hound Barbecue - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cupboard Cafe - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Julep Kitchen - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Studio Mountain Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Studio Mountain Retreat?

As of Nov 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Studio Mountain Retreat on Jan 14, 2027 start from $105, 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 Studio Mountain Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Studio Mountain Retreat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Studio Mountain Retreat located?

Situated in the mountains, this apartment building is steps from Nantahala National Forest and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Cedar Cliff Mountain. Tessentee Bottomland Preserve and Andy's Trout Farm are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

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Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Wonderful place and nice host.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 10, 2023
Thank you for your kind words. We hope you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Place was perfect

Small, quiet, quaint... a perfect place for a couple or young family who wants to get away!
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The owner's were very nice and super accommodating

Very quiet and peaceful property we loved our stay there
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We absolutely loved this little house. It was clean, cozy, and everything we needed. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful area

This is located in a remote, beautiful area with a lot of ambiance. We enjoyed our stay and will come again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 16, 2023
Thank you for your kind words. We look forward to hosting you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

This was super easy to rent and the managers are very approachable. The inside is cute and uncluttered. Pet friendly and our dog loved the area. I will return and recommend this to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 27, 2022
We enjoyed having you. Can't wait to have you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas Getaway!

My Sister and I wanted to get away for Christmas with our Fur Babies. This Studio Retreat was perfect, The Host was great!! I will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 26, 2023
Thank you so much for your kind words. We would love to have you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Otto

The hosts were great and very friendly. They had some dogs that got along well with ours, a plus!! The property and road coming in was beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute, quiet & clean

It was a very clean and cute. I absolutely loved it.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on May 22, 2023
Thank you for your response. We hope you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect place.

Perfect one room with kitchen and private bath. Host was so accommodating. I enjoyed the remoteness and quiet. My pup also loved the hosts pup as well as the neighbor's. I will go here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect tiny blue house!

The tiny blue house was perfect for our stay. The house is actually larger than I expected. It had everything we needed. The property owner was quick to reply when I had a question.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just Right

We loved the studio mountain retreat. The fact that it was off the beaten path on a quaint shared gravel road/ drive in a quiet valley with streams running through it. Real nice modern comforts with everything you need and even a friendly dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hidden Gem

I was very impressed with this tiny house!! We only stayed for the night but the drive in was like going on an adventure. 2 small creek crossings and the property was beautiful. Very quiet, had everything we needed and more. Owners we quick to answer any questions and very accommodating!! Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 5, 2023
Thank you for yout kind words. We are glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great escape!

My two children and dog needed a little getaway, and this was perfect! The kids loved the bunk beds, and it had everything we needed. It was clean, beautiful location, Carole answered my questions promptly, conveniently located to Clayton, Highlands, and Franklin. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property was exactly what we were looking for in a weekend stay. The property is in the heart of the Nantahala Forest, and still just a short drive ( /- 15 minutes) from everything. The space is cozy but still plenty comfortable in size for 3-4. The kitchen was well-suited for a short stay (lacks only a dishwasher). It couldn't possibly be more serene.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Stay

The host was good about answering questions we had. The Wi-Fi gave us a bit of an issue but was nothing too much of a big deal. They had satellite TV and we watched that.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to nature

I was fishing in the Nantahala headwater and the forecast called for rain. This was a great place to crash for the night about 35 minutes from the stream.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet and Dog Friendly!

Beautiful area great to get away with the pup. Listened to the stream by the property to relax and enjoy the outdoors. Property owner was very repsonive and accomodating. Full kitchen and TV to hook up the laptop and watch some soccer games. :) Nearby to great hiking spots and cute little towns too.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A little guest house on the mountain

I found this place to be a clean and rustic... kind of cute too. Although there was only me, this place was large enough to accommodate four. The only thing I would wish for was a sign designating the address of this guest cottage. Arriving after nightfall offered me a small challenge. Otherwise, it was exactly as described.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy retreat

We came back to visit at this property a 2nd time b cuz we really enjoyed staying here. Great host and wonderful relaxing home. The host even had breakfast items in the fridge for us as well as coffee. Comfy bed, nice hot showers. The internet is a little slower as well as tv reception but it’s a wonderful place to just relax. There’s a National forest area located not far away for jeep trail riding. Wonderful town and great location not too far from Franklin or Clayton.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 24, 2023
Thanks you for your kind words. So glad you enjoyed your visit. We hope you will come again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Impromptu getaway

It was an absolute luxury and pleasure to stay here. I have been telling all of the people I know about this little slice of quiet mountain perfection! I will definitely be a return visitor! Carol and her husband are gracious and communicate wonderfully! I spent the day and night here and it had all the comfort of home and more! Minutes from town, but feels like worlds away. At night, there are so many stars, you won't believe it. It was nothing but breezes, birdsong and cascading river sounds. I am in love with this little guest house retreat.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 27, 2023
We enjoyed having you and hope you will return.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome Getaway

We booked this cute little home for a weekend if e getaway and it was so nice. Very clean home, nice comfy bed. It was perfect for me and my husband. The host/hostess was super friendly and easy to communicate with. They even invited us to eat supper with them at a local Mexican restaurant. The food and company was great & we felt super comfortable around them. The little home is attached to the host personal home but you have your own privacy. They even had coffee available for us and some sausage egg and cheese Crossiants available in the freezer for breakfast. We will definitely be back and stay again. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little getaway for a fam of 4

We visited in March (sorry for the late review) when it had snowed and was very cold. The drive in was so fun. The kids loved driving through the two little streams, and we wish it hadn’t been so cold so they could enjoy nature more. Even with freezing temps, it was easy to get to. Some people worry about that with a rental in the mountains, but this is easy accessible. No high mountains to go up. There’s beautiful stonework all around the property, and a stream you can hear. Even though it’s an add on attached to the owner’s house, you wouldn’t know it. Very private, and communication with the owners is easy if you need anything. We were surprised at the amenities with the updated kitchen and access to tv shows for the kids. The bunk beds were their favorite. It’s all one shared room, but we didn’t feel cramped at all. There’s a step down from the living area to the bathroom, so make sure to leave a nightlight on in case anyone needs to get up in the night. Add a couple of hooks for coats and hangers and it’s absolutely perfect! My parents live nearby, so we hope to stay again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 22, 2023
Thank you for your kind words. We look forward to having you return.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend get away

The studio house was a very nice weekend get-away for some hiking in the area. If you're looking for a nice secluded property off of some gravel roads for a good value this is a great option. Directions were easy to follow from GPS. There are two small creeks/streams that you have to cross to get to the property so I would recommend and SUV/truck to drive there for additional road clearance. The clearance on the creeks could give smaller cars some trouble. I drove in a standard Chevy Colorado with no issue. The house is connected to the host's house, but there was a good bit a privacy for our stay. The property was very clean with a full kitchen with plates, utensils, oven, microwave, and fridge. There is a queen bed and two bunk beds. Four can sleep comfortably but depending on the number of bags it could start to get a bit cramped. There is also internet, which was a bit slow but I was bale to stream movies without much of an issue and dish TV. The host was extremely attentive and added some firewood at no additional cost. There are two space heaters for the electrical heating, which heat up the house very quick.Franklin, NC and Clayton, GA are a short 15-20 minute drive from the location. Overall very nice property and experience for a stay to recharge before coming back to life.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 22, 2022
Thank you for staying with us. The creek may look like it needs a bigger vehicle but we have had visitors to our home in all kinds of cars. The water is only a few inches deep and easily cleared. Please come stay again.
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