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Beautiful new large family home inside gates of Country Club of Sapphire Valley.

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A room with large windows offering a view of a forested area.
A two-story house with a covered porch, surrounded by dense greenery and trees.
A two-story house with a covered porch, a flag, and various potted plants.
A stone fire pit surrounded by a circular stone patio, with a wooden deck in the foreground.
A staircase with white railings leading to a landing with large windows.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Outdoor pool
    The outdoor pool is a refreshing retreat under the open sky - a rare gem in this area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Sapphire Valley Ski Resort
5 bedrooms6+ bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Sapphire, NC
  • Place, Sapphire Valley Ski Resort
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Edwards Club
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Jocassee
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 6

1 Double Futon

Bedroom 7

1 Double Futon

Bedroom Four

1 King Bed

Bedroom One

1 King Bed

Bedroom Three

2 Single Beds

Bedroom Two

1 King Bed

Master

1 King Bed

6 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom Activity Room

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom Bedroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom Bedroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom Bedroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom Bedroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom Power Room

Toilet

Master bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful new large family home inside gates of Country Club of Sapphire Valley.

Five large Bedrooms, 6 1/2 bathrooms, 2 activity rooms with pull out beds accommodates a large gathering of family and friends. The large activity room above the attached garage includes pool table with ping-pong top option; a 12 foot shuffleboard game; 8 person card table; 2 large TVs; queen sleeper sofa; refrigerator and full bathroom. The large all season sunroom surrounded by the forest offers dining and comfort furniture. The great room offers soaring windows to see tree tops, stars and the moon; plus a gas fireplace and space to dance between seating area and bar. The kitchen and pantry is large and capable of handling the gathering while being part of it. The front porch rockers gets you within 20 feet of the feeding hummingbirds and butterflies. The home is on a cul-de-sac with amenities such as 7 TVs, sewer, public water, high speed internet, DISH satellite, buried electrical, and large concrete driveway/parking areas. Recently we expanded the front porch, added the Tesla EV charger, and the Tesla Power Wall to help keep the electric active during power outages.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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
Will consider small house trained dog.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No wood burning or food in gas fireplace.
Do not use golf carts or golf clubs of owners. Use of bikes or other recreational equipment is at your own risk.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 003435931
Property # 1717349vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Sapphire

Located in Sapphire, this holiday home is in the mountains. Highlands Art Gallery and The Bascom Center for the Visual Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Sapphire Valley Ski Resort and Sapphire National Golf Club. Travelling with kids? Consider Cashiers Farmers Market and Highlands Biological Station. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing.
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Sapphire, NC

What's nearby

  • Sapphire Valley Ski Resort - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Old Edwards Club - 16 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Lake Jocassee - 31 min drive - 35.7 km
  • Western Carolina University - 36 min drive - 48.7 km
  • Lake Keowee - 40 min drive - 57.4 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wildcat Cliffs Country Club - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Whiteside Brewing Company - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Tavern @ High Hampton - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Buck's Coffee Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mica's Restaurant - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Beautiful new large family home inside gates of Country Club of Sapphire Valley. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Beautiful new large family home inside gates of Country Club of Sapphire Valley. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Beautiful new large family home inside gates of Country Club of Sapphire Valley.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful new large family home inside gates of Country Club of Sapphire Valley.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful new large family home inside gates of Country Club of Sapphire Valley.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful new large family home inside gates of Country Club of Sapphire Valley. located?

This family-friendly Sapphire holiday home is located in the mountains, within a 10-minute walk of Nantahala National Forest and Sapphire Valley Ski Resort. Sapphire National Golf Club is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

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

Very Close to Perfect

Beautiful, very comfortable home and surrounding environment. Something for everyone to enjoy.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2025
Thank you. We hope your family can enjoy the winter holidays sometime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anna K.

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

Wonderful Family Vacation

We had the best family vacation in Sapphire Valley. The house was amazing for our group ranging from age 2 to 70! We had thunderstorms most afternoons so the game room, garage and screened in porch were a huge hit! One of the friendliest and most responsive host I've worked with. It was a wonderful family vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug, 2021
Thank you. It warms our hearts that families can come together in settings like this.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Denise T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What an amazing property! The house is beautiful with wonderful amenities. We had a lovely time in the play room on rainy afternoons, playing pool and ping pong, and enjoying the other games. The porches are absolutely lovely- we sat out at night watching the fireflies, and listening to country sounds. The location is excellent; you are two miles or so to a great grocery store, and 30 minutes to Highlands with all their great shops and restaurants. The house is well stocked and has an amazing kitchen, and lovely bedrooms. The owners are easy to work with and best of all, nice people. We all hated to leave, and can’t wait to go back. A beautiful part of North Carolina, we highly recommend !
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug, 2025
Thank you so much for the kind words. You will love the winter resort too.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Candy S.

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

Perfect modern home in the mountains

Immaculate, beautiful home located in great location. Gated community, walking distance to park, horseback riding, and less than 5 minute drive to grocery store and other shops. Well stocked kitchen, with everything you’d need. We enjoyed the screened patio & the fire pit when winding down at the end of the evenings. It was everything we expected and more! The hosts were hospitable, provided tips for us to maximize our stay, and we’re extremely responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan, 2022
Thank you. Hope you get snow on your next visit. You missed it by one day this year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

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

Sapphire NC

Beautiful house in a beautiful area close to so many things. We hiked, went horse back riding, relaxed and loved every minute of it all. House is very clean and peaceful. Has a fun game room, fire Pit outside in back yard. And a screened in patio with fire table. Super nice! And the kitchen Is beautiful, you will love cooking in it! Highly recommend
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Nov, 2020
Thank you. Keep us in mind when the mountains and seasons call for you.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

ALLISON T.

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

Perfect mountain home!

Our extended family spent 2 wonderful weeks in this amazing home. From the first inquiry through out the stay the owners were easy to work with and accommodating. Everything about this home is GREAT! The location is perfect in a gated country club neighborhood with access to amenities (golf, tennis, puttputt, lake, water activities). The home is large and spotless. The kitchen is a dream and so well equipped. Game room could keep all ages entertained . The beds were so comfortable. Lots of special indoor and outdoor spaces to be alone or together. We thank the owners for sharing their amazing home.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Aug, 2021
It makes our day to know you have enjoyed this home as we do. Thank you. Floyd and Lory
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paula W.

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

Abundant Property that Exceeded Expectation

Our family spent 4 weeks in this beautiful home/property which had ‘everything’ in spades…a thoughtful layout inside & out, perfect location, abundant amenities & lovely, informative hosts! The house is very close to a LOT of activities & good restaurants - super convenient. However, our favorite place was the front porch where we rocked, read, dined & played games while enjoying the beautiful landscaping and native trees. Such a comfortable home for all of us (we were aged 6 to 66). Floyd & Lori, thank you so much for sharing your home & providing local info that made our family’s summer the best ever. Truly, a blessing!
Stayed 29 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Aug, 2022
Thank you for the nice words. You have been great to work with. Appreciate your attention to our home.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

susan k.

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

Luxury property with all the bells and whistles

From the photos in the listing, one can see this is truly a “luxury listing.” This home is new, spacious, well appointed and very comfortable for an extended family. Everything in the home is first class. We planned for nine people, and the house can easily accommodate that size group. Each bedroom has a private bath in addition to a full bath off the game room and a half bath on the first level. We particularly enjoyed gathering our whole group in front of the fireplace to watch football games. We also could have gathered around the gas fireplace table on the screened porch or the wood fire pit in the back yard. The game room is amazing. It has a pool table, ping pong, shuffleboard, card table, two flat screen TVs, fridge and microwave ( you could spend your whole vacation in there). This home has location, location, location. It is located in the Sapphire Valley Resort. Our kids loved the community center with the gym, miniature golf and lots of activities. The house is easily accessible from the main road and does not require a long winding drive up a mountain. The center of Cashiers, with a grocery store, coffee shop, farmers’ market, wine cellar and boutique shopping is about a ten minute drive away. The owners, Floyd and Lory, are very gracious and easy to work with. They have done a wonderful job designing, building and furnishing their home. We felt privileged to be welcome to stay there.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Mar, 2020
It certainly is rewarding when a family finds the same magic In this home and location as our family enjoys. We certainly appreciate the positive review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve S.

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

Great

Great property and owners.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Pablo R.

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

Amazing property and hosts

The home is very spacious and well designed. We were a group of 14 family members staying over Christmas and we had a great time. We had more than enough space to be together when we wanted to, yet have plenty of privacy when we needed downtime. Mr Harper (Floyd) and his wife are phenomenal hosts and made sure we had everything we needed during our stay, answered any questions that came up and made sure we felt at home at all times. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jan, 2022
Great feedback. You were valued guests and hopefully will return.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Whitney H.

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

Amazing!

We had the best time! This house is amazing - full of great supplies, lots of space, and the most amazing game room. Our family barely wanted to leave! The neighborhood has tons to do and cool places to explore, and the house is situated super close to cashiers / highlands and loads of hiking and waterfalls. Floyd was very helpful and quick to respond to any questions! Wonderful vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Nov, 2021
Thank you. Glad your travels were safe.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Absolutely The BEST

We’ve stayed at numerous rentals in the Cashiers/Sapphire area and have had really good experiences, but this is hands down THE BEST place!!! Floyd & Lory are wonderful, caring host and their house is everything they say it is and more. If you have a large group or just want to be near the amenities of Sapphire Valley this is the place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun, 2021
Thank you Michael. We have been so busy with our gang have not had a chance to thank you for the lovely card and champagne. However, Lory will be in touch with Stephanie soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tao C.

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

School Vacation Week December 2020/2021

We just enjoyed a great week on this beautiful property (party of 12 with 6 kids ranging in age from 7-12). The house was perfect as it offered something for everyone and plenty of space for everyone to spread out. The entire house is very clean and well kept. The kitchen was spacious and the game room offered hours of entertainment for both the kids and adults. The location is perfect as we were able to spend time skiing and hiking during the day. The kids enjoyed the yard and some of the amenities on site. There are some great restaurants near by like Table 64 and the Library. Floyd was very helpful and welcoming from the start. We would definitely recommend and will likely be back. -Tao
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jan, 2021
Thank you for the terrific feedback. The house was built for a friends and family gathering like yours. We hope Sapphire becomes part of your traditions.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Sapphire valley

a spacious house in a great location with all the modern ameties
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Floyd and Lory Harper

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We have many siblings, 3 children, and 7 grandchildren. The renting of vacation homes for large family gatherings has contributed to the design of our home. The convenience of in room bathrooms; mattresses approved by adult children who use them;. large well furnished kitchen in proximity to the great room; and large porches that interface with nature are features of note. However, the child play room and the adult activity room this grandpa is most pleased with.

Why they chose this property

As members of the Country Club of Sapphire Valley (https://www.ccsapphirevalley.org) we wanted a home that we could walk or take golf cart to the club. So we are inside the gates; just a 3 minute golf cart ride; or an 8 minute walk. This club offers National and Trial memberships that would make our home the perfect place to stay.

Also we are part of the Sapphire Valley Resort ( https://sapphirevalleyresort.com ) and walking distance (0.2 mile) to many of their amenities. From A to Z - Art Classes to Zip Lines - Sapphire Valley Resort has something for you! Sapphire Valley has a full complement of trips, classes, facilities and beauty sure to entertain the entire family.

Sapphire Valley restaurants are as varied as the terrain. From great pizza and wings to world class tapas, steaks, and seafood - the valley has it waiting for you.

We are easy drives from many southeastern cities. Many less than 3 hours. Those coming from further away may leverage the many interstates that feed into Western North Carolina!

What makes this property unique

The Sapphire Valley area is a natural habitat for the black bear. It is part of the migration path for hummingbirds and monarch butterflies which we support with planting and feeders. It offers beautiful fall foliage (https://smokymountains.com/fall-foliage-map/) and many hiking options within a 30 minute drive. It is unique to enjoy such nature and still have so many resort features within walking or a short drive distance. All while staying or returning to the comfort of a new and spacious home.

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