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Serene Forest Mountain Retreat

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Dining area and living room beyond.
Exterior
Room
Kitchen area with breakfast table overlooking the back deck.
The "Judy Blume" Room. One queen bed, sizable closet

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Lake Toxaway, NC
  • Place, Gorges State Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Jocassee
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Keowee
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪63 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

Serene Forest Mountain Retreat

Welcome to the Mountain Mangrove.

Our secluded mountain hideaway in the “land of waterfalls” is surrounded by forests, rivers and state parks.

The spacious and updated 3 bedroom 2 bath getaway has a large functional kitchen, cozy living room with vaulted ceilings and a stone fireplace, as well as 3 bedrooms with large closets and big windows. Enjoy views of the Gorges State Park from our expansive backyard deck.

This peaceful family and pet friendly home is a hidden gem tucked away amongst the Nantahala Forest and Gorges State Park. Stargaze on the back deck, pick up hiking trails from our backyard and immerse yourself into the natural environment with the sounds of birds, crickets and the Toxaway Falls in the distance.

The surrounding area is home to hiking and biking trails for all skill levels, craft breweries and restaurants and over 100 waterfalls. The Highlands area is the perfect getaway for your next family vacation or mountain escape.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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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

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Our house is in a neighborhood with year-round residents. For this reason, please keep noise to a minimum after 9pm.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 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

Frequently asked questions

Is Serene Forest Mountain Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Serene Forest Mountain Retreat?

As of 5 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Serene Forest Mountain Retreat on 28 Nov 2026 start from £149, 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 at Serene Forest Mountain Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Serene Forest Mountain Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serene Forest Mountain Retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Serene Forest Mountain Retreat located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is steps away from Nantahala National Forest and Gorges State Park. Lake Toxaway is 1.9 mi (3 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARGERY B.

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

Great house, great location

Great house, very clean! Convenient to Gorges State Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim H.

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

Lake toxaway visit

Very nice home. Quiet and comfortable. Back deck and family room very nice for relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

james p.

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

Neighbors

Something that probably never gets mentioned is the neighborhood. We meet five different neighbors during our morning walks and I have to say that each one of them seemed to be very friendly and polite. Three were permanent residents and two were longtime seasonal residents. Very nice neighborhood.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua J.

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

Wonderful & quiet retreat convenient to Cashiers/Brevard

Beautiful property in Lake Toxaway region, very quiet neighborhood right off 64. It was convenient to Sapphire/Cashiers, and also easy access to Brevard. The house was very comfortable and a well equipped kitchen and especially the coffee station!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2023
Thank you for the positive review, Joshua. We’re so happy you enjoyed your stay and that the coffee station was a nice perk!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina W.

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

Wonderful family getaway

We had a family reunion of sorts (3 gen) as we all live across the globe and US. The house was perfect for the stay with the bedroom set up, large dining table and deck area for games and catching up, and work space for the one who needed to do some remote work. The hosts supplied many thoughtful items in the kitchen, bath, and all around that it made us feel welcome, a bit spoiled, and very relaxed! It's definitely a nice getaway!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2023
We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay with us. Thank you so much for the glowing review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie T.

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

Perfect getaway

The location and cabin were perfect for our family mountain get away. We could not have asked for anything better. Would definitely recommend to others.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2023
Thank you for the great review!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dustin H.

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

Great home in a nice secluded neighborhood

This house was great for two adults and two kids. We skied at Sapphire Valley a few days, hiked to several waterfalls, and spent some time in Highlands. The few restaurants nearby had good food. We did a few hikes out the back yard and down the street to explore Gorges state park.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2023
Thank you for the review! We’re so glad you enjoyed the house and the wonderful hiking in the area.

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Hosted by Morgan Pierson

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