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Twyla's Mountain Retreat

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A two-story house with a balcony, a chimney, and a deck.
A spacious kitchen with a large stove, a brick fireplace, and a dining area with a chair and table.
A spacious living area with a sofa, coffee table, and dining table, large windows, and a kitchen area.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and large windows.
A dining area with a round table and chairs, a kitchen with wooden cabinets, a staircase, a fireplace, and a television on the wall.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Waynesville, NC
  • Place, Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Junaluska Golf Course
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Cataloochee Valley
    ‪49 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Office

About this property

Twyla's Mountain Retreat

Summary:

Cozy home with wraparound deck, fireplace, AC, & W&D



The Space:

Fall in love with this renovated Lake Junaluska retreat. Showcasing spectacular mountain views and situated just a short walk from the conference center and lakeside facilities, this cozy cabin comes primed for a getaway with friends or family. A wraparound deck offers a scenic perch for alfresco dining. Enjoy a leisurely stroll around the lake, with over three miles of paved trails to explore, or spend the day taking advantage of the rec center Lake Junaluska pool and other amenities.



Maggie Valley and downtown Waynesville are just a few minutes away. Asheville and Gatlinburg both make an easy day trip option, and Cataloochee Ski Resort offers world-class wintertime fun just a short drive from home. After the day's adventures, gather in the living room for a board game or two. Here, you can also have a family movie on the smart TV, while using Sling TV for local channels. The stainless steel kitchen comes well-equipped to handle any home cooking needs, with a dishwasher included for stress-free cleanup. Central air-conditioning, free WiFi, and a private washer/dryer round out the home essentials. THINGS TO KNOW Streaming TV services require guest accounts to access.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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

Property # 5303528vb
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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

About the area

Waynesville

Waynesville is home to this holiday home. Shelton House and Colonial Theater are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Queen's Farm Stables and Waynesville Recreation Center. Maggie Valley Festival Grounds and Fantasy Golf & Game Room are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing.
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Waynesville, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Lake Junaluska Golf Course - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 31 min drive - 24.4 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 40 min drive - 43.9 km
  • Cataloochee Valley - 49 min drive - 29.8 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Angelo's Family Pizza & Pasta - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Twyla's Mountain Retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Twyla's Mountain Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Twyla's Mountain Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Twyla's Mountain Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Twyla's Mountain Retreat located?

Situated in Waynesville, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center and Lake Junaluska Golf Course. Queen's Farm Stables and Blue Ridge Health - Haywood are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 35 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Timothy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy process. Just what we were looking for!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jul 2026
Thank you for the great review. We're glad the booking process was easy and that the place was exactly what you were looking for. We'd love to host you again whenever your travels bring you back. The VueStay Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great centralized location for us to travel to Cherokee, Asheville, and a few places in between during a getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pam M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a small family. Extremely clean and comfortable. The deck is at the same height as the tree branches, makes it feel like you're in you're own private treehouse! The neighborhood is very quiet. The next door neighbor helped us out when the fire alarm went off for no apparent reason. The rental management company was quick to respond and send someone out to fix the issue.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anne R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place, great location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Micah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was very comfortable. Nice location. Very clean. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Alesha T.

Great Rental

The house was in a great location, short drive to the lake. They had a lot of puzzles and games to do which we loved and it was very clean!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rachel L.

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

November stay

Clean, comfortable and close to attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sonali C.

Quiet location, well equipped house

Great location and well equipped for a vacation rental.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Thomas C.

Lake Junaluska Vacation

Cabin was clean and well kept. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher W.

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

Wondering getaway

One of the nicest places we have ever stayed
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sarah I.

Great get away

The deck was a great place just to sit and relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa L.

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

Comfy stay

Our family enjoyed staying at this lovely house at Lake Junaluska. It was clean and had ample space for what we needed as a home base. We loved spending time in the beautiful town of Waynesville and mountains nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Bill J.

Nice home in a great location.

The home was supplied with all we needed with great parking. The location was perfect for Waynesville, Maggie Valley, Blue Ridge Parkway and surrounding areas. Easy access to Cherokee and the Smokies.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Becky M.

Great Stay!

This was a great house in a peaceful neighborhood. Really enjoyed coffee on the deck. Very comfortable with most everything you could need.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

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

Lovely 4 Day Stay

This home was just perfect for our 4 day stay at Lake Junaluska. Everything needed was provided. Thank you for making our stay so comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andy M.

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

Great place to relax

We really enjoyed our stay. The cabin was nice and clean. Lake Junaluska was beautiful! Waynesville and Maggie Valley had lots of shopping and restaurants. SOCO falls was cool and the views on the blue ridge parkway were amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shane C.

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

Ski trip

Easy to get to and close to catalooche
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ryan W.

Great Hideaway in the Mountains

Stayed here for a week over Thanksgiving and this was a great place that is close enough to things but far enough away to enjoy the peace and quiet. Master bedroom is on the first floor which makes things very easy. Will definitely consider this place next time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Holly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place! Loved how clean it was and the master bed was comfortable. A couple of observations: change out the master bathroom fan as it is loud and doesn’t work well; box fan in master bedroom- knob is stripped and can’t change speed; and the hot water kettle in the kitchen wouldn’t work. Thanks!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2025
Thank you, Holly, for your feedback. We are happy you enjoyed this home. We sincerely apologize for the issues you have encountered during your stay. We'll continue to work closely with both our local staff and the homeowner to make improvements to this home, and we hope you'll give us a second chance to impress you.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

karen c.

Disliked: Communication

nice home

Nice home but needs help
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2023
Thank you for sharing your feedback and bringing some items to our attention that may need some TLC. We have forwarded your feedback to the local staff so they can work to improve the house for future guests. Please know that our guest services team is available 24 hours a day to assist should any concerns arise during your visit. We hope you choose to stay with us again!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Courtney S.

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

Nice house

The house and location were great. However, the main door keypad stopped working on day 2 and was pretty annoying and inconvenient…that needs to be fixed/addressed.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kenneth P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was very clean and check in was easy, however, the wifi did not work for us the entire time we stayed and the management company and owner did not rectify it. We communicated through messages and telephone calls, but no wifi.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Nov 2025
Thank you for your feedback. We are happy you enjoyed this home. We sincerely apologize for the issues you have encountered during your stay. We'll continue to work closely with both our local staff and the homeowner to make improvements to this home, and we hope you'll give us a second chance to impress you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Su E.

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

Had a great stay

Property was a close drive to walking path near Lake Junaluska. Was also close to several grocery stores. House was clean and well stocked. There is a gas grill that was ready to use. They had Corelle dishes, great because we have kids. Bed was comfortable. There was a guide book nearby with great info about the surrounding area. Will try to stay here again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lisa L.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Review

Check in was at 4, we arrived at4, home was still being cleaned. We were unable to actually get in until after 5:30 pm. Fairly cleaned. Overall a great property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your valuable feedback. We sincerely apologize for the issue that you encountered with the cleanliness. We appreciate you bringing your concern to our attention and allowing us to review and address it accordingly. We have made our local operations manager aware of the cleanliness and will ensure that more attention to detail is made when cleaning the home between reservations. We thank you for your feedback, as it helps us improve our guests' experiences, and we hope you will give us the opportunity to host you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adam C.

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

Peaceful Retreat

This home was perfect for our family to relax, play number pool, and cook for everyone. The kitchen was equipped with plenty of dishes and utensils. I had never stayed in a pet friendly home before, and was a little worried. Twyla’s place had no evidence of pets ever being there! It was super clean! We also had access to the pool and putt putt course at the lake! What a fun trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

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