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Reviews

9.4 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 163900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Bunk Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Twin Bunk Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Mountain Top Private Retreat

Large family home nestled at the top of the mountain with long range views, sleeps 16, small pond and fire pit. The inside is warm and cozy with the stone fireplace and wood walls. The home sits on 12 acres and is very private. Lots of space with 2 living areas, one on each level for kids and adults, each featuring its own flat panel TV. Enjoy hiking, sledding and sitting by the outdoor fire pit by the pond. House also features a game room which includes a pool table and ping pong table. Outdoor features include grill, over 2000sq ft of deck
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Amenities

Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Todd

Located in Todd, this cabin is in the mountains. Tweetsie Railroad and Moses H. Cone Memorial Park are local landmarks, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Boone Mall and Ashe County Cheese Store. Consider The Mill at Rock Creek for a night out or Turchin Center for the Visual Arts if you're traveling with kids. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as ice skating.
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todd, NC

What's nearby

  • The Mill at Rock Creek - 8 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Elk Knob Gameland - 11 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Elk Knob State Park - 13 min drive - 11.7 km
  • Ted Mackorell Soccer Complex - 14 min drive - 14.9 km
  • Appalachian State University - 19 min drive - 18.2 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Sharpie's Restaurant - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Skullz Tavern - Mountain Meadows - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Crooked Oaks - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Pie Daze - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Trade Days - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain Top Private Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Mountain Top Private Retreat?

As of Mar 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mountain Top Private Retreat on Mar 11, 2026 start from $412, 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 Mountain Top Private Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain Top Private Retreat?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Mountain Top Private Retreat located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly cabin is within 6 mi (10 km) of The Mill at Rock Creek, Elk Knob Gameland, and Tater Hill Plant Preserve. Elk Knob State Park and Ted Mackorell Soccer Complex are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed the stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carleen D.

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

Beautiful Mountain Home

We were extremely happy with this beautiful home. Everything was perfectly kept and it was very spacious and comfortable. Quiet and private and only 20 mins to Boone or West Jefferson. Will definitely rent again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
The cabin accommodated our extended family of 16 very well for Thanksgiving. Everybody liked the house. We found the layout excellent for the different groups in our family, with common spaces large enough for everyone to be together and secluded spaces for occasional needed quiet. The game room was good (even if the pool table and ping pong tables were beat up). Several enjoyed the hot tub. Others enjoyed exploring the surrounding mountains. Inconveniences were 1) internet was not strong at all and most had trouble connecting. 2)None of the TV remotes worked. We could connect to the Dish, but could not stream. With the weak internet, we probably could not have streamed anyway. 3)The oven would not heat above 350 degrees. It took an extra hour to bake our Thanksgiving casseroles. 4)The entry lock battery was almost dead when we arrived and we almost didn't get in. We did change the battery. 5)The property manager did not respond to my call and text during the week before we arrived when I had some questions.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

App State baseball getaway

Beautiful cabin and very clean! From game room to the fire pit to all the rooms! 👍👍👍I will for sure stay here again and trying to find a date to go again. Very nice weekend and loved the cabin! Thank you for letting us stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grace B.

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

Great private and quiet spot!

We stayed here for a family getaway. Really enjoyed the peaceful location. The house had everything we needed and was comfortable for everyone (15 people). They just put in a brand new stove and the grill worked great! We really enjoyed the spacious decks and the hot tub!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

Great mountain getaway!

This property was fantastic! As others have mentioned, the photos do not do it justice! Our family of 10 adults had plenty of room as we gathered for our nephews wedding! Would definitely choose to stay here again. The host, Nixon, was extremely kind and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon K.

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

Great private retreat in the High Country

We stayed here with four families (7 adults & 8 kids all 12 and under) and had a fantastic long weekend. The mountainside and landscape were exceptionally pristine and well cared for; beautiful streams and views from the large decks. We enjoyed the hot tub quite a bit and just sitting outside basking in the mountain air. It really was a great setup for a large group.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

William A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great place to stay

This house is very clean and has a lot of detail. We really enjoyed our stay and had everything we needed. The only dray back was there is no view of the mountains. The trees have grown so much you can see anything. with that being said I would still rent this house again and hope to next year when we return.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

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

Annual Christmas tree trip

My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our weekend at this cabin for our annual trip to get our Christmas tree. We had 16 people total and had ample space. The pictures on the listing did not do the cabin justice. We would definitely stay at this place again. Thank you!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel Y.

Amazing view!

My family and I had a wonderful time! The property is amazing and our group of 15 were very comfortable. We had a plumbing issue and I texted the owner and the maintenance guy came out right away. After that we had no other concerns just enjoyed our stay! I would recommend this property to whoever wants to be near Boone but high up in the mountains.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2015

10/10 Excellent

Tony S.

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

Everything was great plan do another trip renting this property again.

Plan to rent again in the future only problem was the grill needs to be replaced. Gas line for grill is melted had to go to Dollar General for a charcoal grill.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Mark D.

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

Overall a lovely space.

We truly enjoyed this tucked away cabin for our weekend getaway. Would have enjoyed more had there been more AC throughout the very large home. Luckily the evenings were cool enough to open windows. All in all it was the right amount of space to enjoy and kid free weekend amd would have worked just a well if we brought the kids. Pleanty of space!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gina B.

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

2024 App State Graduation

Our family stayed here for the Spring 2024 App State graduation. We had plenty of room for all 14 of us! Very comfy. Plenty of towels! Recommendations: information needed on how to run hot tub. Lights needed around hot tub for night relaxation and soaks. More lighting in kitchen for us folks that like to cook
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Great retreat!

There was a ton of great space indoors and outdoors for large groups. Watching the sun rise over the mountains from the hot tub is a must. There were plenty of linens towels blankets and towels. The oven did not work very well but the toaster oven was a good back up. The gas grill did not work at all. Overall the house was clean. The carpets are old and stained but overall decor was pleasant.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara W.

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

Exceeded expectations

I know many have said it already, but the pictures don’t do it justice. This home is huge, we never felt on top of each other and we had a lot of people from toddlers, preteens, teens and adults. Beds were comfortable, place was clean, the location was perfect for a hideout but also close enough to town if needed. We saw deer, it snowed three times, we felt safe and comfortable and the views were spectacular. The only downside was the oven; especially for thanksgiving week. It doesn’t seem to get hot enough and things take much longer than you’d expect. Thankfully we packed slow cookers and air fryers as well - and deep fried our turkey outside :-) You can’t go wrong booking a stay here!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Beth W.

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

Views

Beautiful cabin with lots of light, large rooms, enjoyed the game room, the pool table is a little rough, nice having a clean working hot tub. We needed instructions on indoor fireplace and the oven was giving us an error, but we did get them both to work. I needed a slow cooker and a blender and they were not provided. We heard Coyotes, seen a mountain Lion,and deer. All in all we all really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Owen B.

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

Upgrade the internet

Upgrade the internet
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

6/10 Okay

Jane L.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

mountains

Very private, and large for a family gathering. Close to Broone, NC, and river tubing that my family did. Home wasn’t the cleanest, and a musty smell. I did leave a tip for the housekeeper. Basement bedroom was nice, but had slugs. I thought the oven would be fix from past reviews. It still works, but on the sluggish side. We loved the neighbor dog paid us a visit. A very nice and friendly dog. Wood pit was great! Landscaping beautiful, and kids having a good time playing pool and ping pong.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaylee C., Kaukauna,

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

Incredible!

I don’t even know where to start. The pictures do NOT do this cabin justice. This place is magical! We had 6 adults and 8 children. The property was perfect for all of us. The yard was great for our Easter egg hunt, plenty of room for the kiddos and adults to explore. Tommy the person who delivers wood is also a great source of information. He has lived in Todd for 63 years. The “neighbors” also have a dog named Boone who would come visit occasionally. We all loved that. Cascade Lane is situated in the middle of pretty much everything. Boone and West Jefferson are only a short 27 minute drive away. I would stay here 1000 more times!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Aimee D.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Beautiful Home, Great weekend except for the smell of gas!!

House is beautiful, and very well stocked for linens and plates. The house instructions are a little lacking and Wi-Fi had no internet most of the time which became a big issue when the slight smell of gas we had been noticing all weekend got stronger. The pilot light in the unoccupied basement heater went out and when we tried to go to bed around 11pm the smell was overpowering. With no phone number to contact the owner and no internet we had to rely on spotty cell service to get a message out on the VRBO app. The owner texted back, asking us to light the pilot with the strong smell of gas. We declined (as there were no clear instructions and the unit shut-off didn't turn easily) and called the Todd Volunteer Fire Department. The FD was fantastic and agreed with our decision, found the main shut-off outside, and turned the gas off at each appliance in the house. We were told to stay up and leave all doors open until around 1am and then to sleep with the windows and sliding glass doors open as well just in case. Gas company should be checking all appliances and hopefully the beautiful home will be less of a headache (literally) for your group.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Larry S., York, SC USA

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

Lovely home with an unfortunate surprise.

This house was perfectly designed for our annual family vacation. The two game rooms were perfect for our group. Rockers on the porch and chairs by the pond allowed us to enjoy the cool mountain weather in a private setting. Located between Boone and West Jefferson, this location was quite desirable. We were dismayed to discover that the oven did not work properly. It took 40+ minutes to preheat to 375 degrees (which we later discovered was really only 295 degrees) and took more than twice the usual time to cook the meal. We contacted the owner who gave us a “work around” process to try but, basically, the oven was unreliable. (We were sympathetic to his problem of finding a reliable repair person in the area, but that information did not put dinner on the table.). Our “chief cook” was quite frustrated throughout the week. Had we known the oven was an issue, she would have altered her menu plans. She expected that the house would have a workable oven. (There is a toaster oven in the kitchen, but baking biscuits 5 at a time is not an efficient way to get breakfast for 13 on the table.) We would stay here again if we were assured that the oven was operating properly. For those considering renting this property, we encourage you to consider menu choices that can be prepared on the grill, on the stovetop, in the microwave, in a small toaster oven, or do not require cooking. Hopefully this issue will be resolved by next year so that we can enjoy this lovely home again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stanley S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall, everything were in place. Enough bedding and towels. It was a great cabin with lots of space for our family of 14. Nothing to complain about the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Albert D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well maintained perfectly stocked excellent views
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Steps need some help and the kitchen was dark. Other than that we really like the place.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

KURTRELLE J.

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

Birthday Getaway

The cabin was spacious enough to accommodate everyone. Rooms and bathrooms. Had some dusty areas but overall was clean and comfortable. The grill and upstairs TV's didn't work which was a disappointment. No light hung in the corner where the hot tub is so it can be a little dangerous getting in and out at night. But a beautiful place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

About the host

Hosted by Nixon or Adam Parker

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Family owned

Why they chose this property

Great location and perfect for entertaining families or groups

What makes this property unique

12 acres, no visible neighbors and 2 living areas

Languages:

English

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