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Sweet Retreat • Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Pet Friendly

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Unwind in the covered hot tub while taking in peaceful long-range mountain views through the trees.
The inviting living room features cozy seating, a gas fireplace, and a large TV for relaxing evenings together.
The fully equipped kitchen makes it easy to prepare meals, snacks, and drinks during your stay.
Gather around the wood-burning fire pit for cozy mountain evenings under the stars.
The wraparound deck offers peaceful wooded surroundings and beautiful long-range mountain views.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Living Room with Sleeper Sofa

1 Double Sofa Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

Secondary Left Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Secondary Right Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Hallway Bathroom

Primary Ensuite Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sweet Retreat • Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Pet Friendly

Sweet Retreat is an upscale cabin tucked into the woods, offering the perfect blend of comfort and privacy. The wraparound porch delivers peaceful long-range mountain views, plenty of seating, and a covered hot tub for relaxing after a day on the mountain. A wood-burning fire pit in the yard adds another inviting spot to unwind.

Inside, the open living area brings everyone together with a fully equipped kitchen, island seating, two cozy couches, and a large TV. A gas fireplace adds warmth and charm throughout the seasons. The king primary suite features an ensuite bathroom with a walk-in shower and double vanity. Two queen bedrooms and a second full bathroom with a shower/tub combo and double vanity offer plenty of space for couples or families.

Sweet Retreat is pet friendly, equipped with central heating and air, reliable WiFi, and a gravel parking area that accommodates two to three cars. The setting feels peaceful and secluded while still placing you just a 10-minute drive from Sugar Mountain Ski Resort for skiing, snowboarding, tubing, ice skating, golf, tennis, and mountain biking.

Whether you are seeking adventure, a cozy couples’ escape, or a comfortable home base for the whole family, Sweet Retreat delivers a welcoming mountain experience in every season.

Additional Details:
- Pet-friendly
- Gas fireplace
- 4WD/AWD required in winter months; local authorities may enforce this during winter storms
- Free parking in driveway for vehicles
- Keyless entry with unique digital codes

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What's nearby

  • Sugar Mountain Resort - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Beech Mountain Resort - 16 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Grandfather Mountain - 17 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Appalachian State University - 32 min drive - 27.7 km
  • Tweetsie Railroad - 37 min drive - 44.3 km

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  • Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) - 86 min drive

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  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
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Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property to stay at for a few days while we hiked Grandfather Mountain. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr, 2026
Thank you for the review! We are glad to hear you had a good time hiking up here, there are some great spots. Come back and see us again soon!
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10/10 Excellent

Michael C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Dec, 2025
Thanks for staying with us! We’re happy to hear you enjoyed the location and hope you had a wonderful stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place was amazing!!! Well stocked with amenities, clear welcome instructions and amazing view. Great spacious place for all guests to enjoy without feeling overcrowded!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Feb, 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the space, amenities, and amazing views. We appreciate you sharing the photos and are happy the home was comfortable for everyone in your group.
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6/10 Okay

Steve Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bed rooms were really cold, whole living room and kitchen were fine. No coffee in cabin, had to run to grocery store shortly after arriving. Driveway due to weather conditions was in poor conditions. Host was very supportive…
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Feb, 2026
Thank you for your feedback. We’re glad our team was able to support you during your stay. Winter weather can impact driveway conditions in the mountains, and we always recommend 4WD or AWD during snowy periods. We appreciate your comments and will continue working to ensure a comfortable experience for our guests.
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10/10 Excellent

Rees B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were blown away by the house when we first walked in. The kitchen and great room are big, open, inviting. So is the master. The gas fireplace with remote was perfect for cold nights. The hot tub was great also - super warm even when the outdoor temp was 3. The Weber propane grill worked great in the same temp, though the ignitor was snow covered, and we had to use a lighter to light the burners - be sure to bring a grill lighter.The host was very responsive and went out his way to insure we had a nice stay. There was also a complimentary bottle of red wine, which was amazing because we'd planned to have red wine the first night but forgot to pick any up. The house was very clean.We arrived shortly after and a day before large snowfalls. The driveway is steep and definitely requires 4wd or AWD with anything more than a few inches of snow. The host has cleared it prior to our arrival, but 9 inches the next day made 4wd required. The family didn't want to leave. Great stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Feb, 2026
Thank you for the incredible review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the space, fireplace, hot tub, and those snowy mountain views. We truly appreciate your patience during the winter weather and are happy we could help make your stay a great one. Thank you as well for sharing the photos — we’d love to host you and your family again anytime.
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