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3 bedrooms 2+ bathrooms Sleeps 6 2000 sq ft
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Balsam Grove, NC
- Lake Toxaway38 min drive
- Looking Glass Falls42 min drive
- Sliding Rock47 min drive
- Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)72 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Downstairs Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Downstairs Bedroom One
1 Queen Bed
Upstairs Primary Suite
1 King Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Downstairs Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Upstairs Powder Room
Towels provided · Toilet
Upstairs Primary Suite Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
About this property
Luxury Home - The Retreat House
Where luxury rises above the resort.
Perched high on the resort landscape, The Retreat House is the crown jewel of Valley Bear Farms—a private, pet-free sanctuary where elevated design meets sweeping views of the Pisgah wilderness.
This three-bedroom modern lodge was crafted for those who crave both serenity and sophistication. The primary king suite offers an ensuite bath and direct access to a private deck—ideal for slow coffee mornings or starlit evenings. Two beautifully appointed queen bedrooms share a separate full bath, each styled with understated elegance and intentional comfort.
The heart of the home lives on the second level, where a chef’s kitchen with state-of-the-art appliances opens to panoramic vistas of our 150-acre resort and farm. Downstairs, a sleek wet bar and cozy lounge area invite connection and celebration. A spacious mudroom and laundry area ensure your stay is as effortless as it is indulgent.
Outside, the living is just as intentional. A private hot tub, open-air fireplace, and two expansive decks offer multiple ways to soak in the mountain air, the silence, and the sense of peace that comes from being fully surrounded by wild beauty.
The Retreat House isn’t just a place to stay—it’s a perspective shift, a breath of fresh air, and a luxurious retreat into nature’s most elevated expression.
All Valley Bear Farms’ accommodations offer full access to resort amenities such as wood-burning sauna, disc golf course, pickleball courts, private hiking trails, creek-fed pond and much, much more.
Perched high on the resort landscape, The Retreat House is the crown jewel of Valley Bear Farms—a private, pet-free sanctuary where elevated design meets sweeping views of the Pisgah wilderness.
This three-bedroom modern lodge was crafted for those who crave both serenity and sophistication. The primary king suite offers an ensuite bath and direct access to a private deck—ideal for slow coffee mornings or starlit evenings. Two beautifully appointed queen bedrooms share a separate full bath, each styled with understated elegance and intentional comfort.
The heart of the home lives on the second level, where a chef’s kitchen with state-of-the-art appliances opens to panoramic vistas of our 150-acre resort and farm. Downstairs, a sleek wet bar and cozy lounge area invite connection and celebration. A spacious mudroom and laundry area ensure your stay is as effortless as it is indulgent.
Outside, the living is just as intentional. A private hot tub, open-air fireplace, and two expansive decks offer multiple ways to soak in the mountain air, the silence, and the sense of peace that comes from being fully surrounded by wild beauty.
The Retreat House isn’t just a place to stay—it’s a perspective shift, a breath of fresh air, and a luxurious retreat into nature’s most elevated expression.
All Valley Bear Farms’ accommodations offer full access to resort amenities such as wood-burning sauna, disc golf course, pickleball courts, private hiking trails, creek-fed pond and much, much more.
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Valley Bear Host
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Balsam Grove
Located in Balsam Grove, this holiday home is in the mountains. Bear Lake Reserve Golf Club and Sapphire National Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Nantahala National Forest and Pisgah National Forest. Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute and Crystal Mountain Gem Mine are also worth visiting. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and mountain climbing nearby.

Balsam Grove, NC
What's nearby
- Gorges State Park - 36 min drive - 35.3 km
- Lake Toxaway - 38 min drive - 30.1 km
- Looking Glass Falls - 42 min drive - 26.0 km
- Sliding Rock - 47 min drive - 29.7 km
- Western Carolina University - 55 min drive - 46.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Lakeside Dining Room - 43 min drive
- Smoke Rise Field Club - 25 min drive
- Toxaway House - 32 min drive
- Lake Toxaway Country Club - 30 min drive
- Lake Toxaway Country Club Tennis And Croquet - 31 min drive
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About the host
Hosted by Valley Bear Host

Hello, Hola, Ciao, Bonjour, Hallo, Oi, Hei, Konnichiwa!
We are Valley Bear Farms, the ultimate destination in Transylvania County. We’re a dynamic group passionate about nature, ecotourism, and all things travel. Our community is a hidden gem adjacent to the beautiful Pisgah National Forest, where we offer various lodgings that make for the perfect getaway. From high-end cabin rentals, glamping cabins and yurts immersed in nature to quaint downtown homes accessible to everything, we’ve got it all.
We love people and believe that every detail matters. We strive to provide only the best and make it our daily goal to ensure your next getaway runs impeccably smoothly from start to finish. Our mission is to help you create memories that will last forever, which is why we take pride in everything we do.
So what are you waiting for? We’re looking forward to hosting you!
We are Valley Bear Farms, the ultimate destination in Transylvania County. We’re a dynamic group passionate about nature, ecotourism, and all things travel. Our community is a hidden gem adjacent to the beautiful Pisgah National Forest, where we offer various lodgings that make for the perfect getaway. From high-end cabin rentals, glamping cabins and yurts immersed in nature to quaint downtown homes accessible to everything, we’ve got it all.
We love people and believe that every detail matters. We strive to provide only the best and make it our daily goal to ensure your next getaway runs impeccably smoothly from start to finish. Our mission is to help you create memories that will last forever, which is why we take pride in everything we do.
So what are you waiting for? We’re looking forward to hosting you!
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