Sugar Creek Retreat - Where Comfort and Adventure Meet

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A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a large island with bar stools, and pendant lighting.
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a large island, and a chandelier.
A covered porch with wicker furniture, a swing, and a ceiling fan.
A covered porch with a wooden bench, a hot tub, and a view of a backyard with a pool and a shed.
A spacious living room with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with a bar and stools.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Sledding nearby
    A rare find — snowy slopes for sledding are just minutes away.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Nantahala National Forest

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Cullowhee, NC
  • Place, Western Carolina University
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Glenville
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Place, Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    ‪48 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪91 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Guest room 1

1 King Bed

Guest room 2

2 Single Beds and 2 Queen Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Guest Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Master Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Cullowhee

Located in Cullowhee, this holiday home is in the mountains. Country Side Bowling Lanes and Bear Lake Reserve Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Barber Orchard Fruitstand and Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Liston B. Ramsey Regional Activity Center, or consider a night out at Folkmoot Friendship Center. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Cullowhee, NC

What's nearby

  • Western Carolina University - 14 min drive - 24.5 km
  • Lake Glenville - 30 min drive - 44.2 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 48 min drive - 67.6 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains Railroad - 49 min drive - 75.2 km
  • Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 52 min drive - 76.1 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 85 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪A & L Country Kitchen - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Beer Pong Room - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Chi House - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Glenda's Diner - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Cafe 107 North - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sugar Creek Retreat - Where Comfort and Adventure Meet pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sugar Creek Retreat - Where Comfort and Adventure Meet?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sugar Creek Retreat - Where Comfort and Adventure Meet?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sugar Creek Retreat - Where Comfort and Adventure Meet?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sugar Creek Retreat - Where Comfort and Adventure Meet located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is steps from Nantahala National Forest and 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Hawkins Knob. Roy Taylor Forest and Judaculla Rock are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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. 11 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

8.4/10

Communication

7.6/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful Stay!

This stay was was great! The house is immaculate and decorated beautifully. The wi-fi is amazing and we appreciated all the little touches like the hummingbird food and little soaps, etc. I just loved beginning my day on the proch swing listening to all the nature around me. Can't wait to come back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was amazing. It was very clean. It was very spacious. We had an amazing time would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept 2025
Carlton, It was our pleasure hosting you for Labor Day weekend and I'm glad to see the property exceeded your expectations.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Great home deep in the woods. The house can be a bit of a challenge to find. The key is noticing the mailbox and turning left onto the grass driveway. It's far out and takes a good bit of time to get to and from. There's zero cell signal on the way so make sure you have the lock codes open before you get there. The house is awesome! The grounds are beautiful. The home has great resources and Wi-Fi. Access to the satellite tv would have been nice, saw the dish on the roof. Also would be great if they made sure propane was stocked for the grill and fire pit.However, we had a great time and really enjoyed the home.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct 2026
Dan, We're glad to see that you enjoyed your stay! Cell service in the mountains can unfortunately be spotty which is why do our best to ensure you have all necessary check in information on the morning of your arrival. While we can't control what amenities the homeowner chooses to share we can certainly pass along the suggest. It was our pleasure hosting you and with any luck we'll be able to host you again in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sugar Creek Retreat - Great Stay!

We stayed at Sugar Creek Retreat the first weekend of November for Western Carolina Homecoming weekend. Had 9 people in our group and there was plenty of room for everyone and the kitchen and home was extremely well appointed. We would absolutely stay here again for either Homecoming or Graduation weekend!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Unbelievable beauty and serenity.

Wow...it's hard to actually describe the feeling that you get being at this cabin. Peaceful, beautiful, amazing, luxurious, these come instantly to mind. Wake up to see deer in your yard and enjoy the sweet smell of lilac. Sit in the hot tube under a canopy of stars. This property has it all. The neighboring towns offer great food and entertainment, not to mention cool shops to browse. If you are considering a vacation in the crisp, clear mountains, Sugar Creek Retreat is a must. I guarantee that we will be back.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mountain Cabin Rentals Sugar Creek Retreat

This property was wonderful! It went over and above our expectations and would be super for a family retreat. It is remote and peaceful.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property.

Exactly what I was looking for for the perfect escape. Plenty of room and location was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct 2023
Thank you Patrick, we're glad you enjoyed your stay!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fall Visit

Beautiful house and grounds. We were very pleased with the new arrangements. Will definitely come back.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sugar Creek was amazing!

We had such a wonderful time at Sugar Creek Retreat! We had everything we needed for a fun family getaway. The home had been beautifully renovated. Hope to come back soon.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Pretty house, disappointing for hiking

We wanted a cooler spot to stay and do some hiking. The ad shows pictures of lovely trails and talks about the trails on the property. Those trails are impassable with knee high poison ivy. So the 8 mile curvy drive just added distance to getting to hikes. The house is lovely but for our purposes, overpriced due to the location.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul 2025
Judy, Should you decide to rent with us again in the future I would advise contacting us directly, that we can make sure you have a rental property that fits all your needs. We hope to get the chance to host you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great home with great proximity to WCU

We bring Thanksgiving to our college students each year. The whole family thoroughly enjoyed this home. Just modern enough and updated, but cozy. Screened porches are great, hot tub was lovely on cold nights, so much charm and more privacy than expected. This was a great home with our dogs. The driveway to the property was easy without it being too steep like other homes. We do a lot of cooking when we rent. If you do also…bring all your consumables with you. I say this because some cabins have spices, detergent, coffee, kleenexes, etc. You’ll need to pack them here. Our holiday was wonderful in this home! Thanks for sharing it!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing stay!!!

Did not want to leave this slice of heaven! Beautiful and stylishly decorated home, in a quiet forest surrounding, with unbelievable mountain views and amenities. It was a pleasure making meals in the FULLY equipped kitchen including coffee! The house was decorated tastefully with everything we needed to set a fancy dinner table to invite guests. Nature trails to the river occupied our daytime hours, relaxing in the swing, afterwards. Two screened porches were perfect for afternoon board games, borrowed from back bedroom. The dedicated outdoor gas grill area, by the brook, made one evening an adventure. After picnic table dining, we stepped over to the wildlife firepit and nestled into the Adirondacks. How nice to hear the owls and other nature sounds. Loved the pretty glass fire table and comfy sofas, in the backyard, but our favorite spot was the hot tub lounger! Owners thought of everything from necessities to niceties. Next time, two weeks!
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