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Balsam Retreat -Charming, Stylish, Great Location!

Family-friendly holiday home in Maggie Valley

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Exterior
Private kitchen
Living area
Room
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Maggie Valley, NC
  • Place, Wheels Through Time Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Stompin' Ground
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Maggie Valley Festival Grounds
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Balsam Retreat -Charming, Stylish, Great Location!

Welcome to Keaton Cottage’s Balsam Retreat! Centrally located in Maggie Valley with easy access, you can enjoy this home all year long.

Tucked in the trees in a wonderful neighborhood, this newly renovated cottage was designed with the comfort of both our guests and their pets in mind. Balsam Retreat has everything you’ll need for a fabulous mountain getaway!

We happily offer discounts for active military, veterans and first responders. Please message us for details.

Balsam Retreat offers high speed WiFi, king size beds in two bedrooms, Roku tvs, and everything you’ll need for a relaxing stay.

When you first arrive, you will find a large driveway, with parking for multiple vehicles along with a single covered parking area. The downstairs storage area provides a washer and dryer for your convenience. Relax and unwind beside the fire pit at the front of the property.

As you travel up the stone stairs to the wide, gated deck, you’ll be delighted to find cozy rocking chairs, a propane grill, and some beautiful winter views.

As you walk into the main floor of the house you’ll be greeted by an airy living room with an exposed beam ceiling and impressive wood burning fireplace. The delightful kitchen with navy cabinetry, new appliances, and chestnut wood walls, invites you to create a home cooked meal. Also on this floor is cozy master bedroom with a new king size bed and an attached full bath.

Walk up the stairs to the second floor and you will be greeted with a cozy loft and reading nook, plus two additional bedrooms with a Jack and Jill full bath.

Pets are welcome guests at Balsam Retreat and we happily provide a fenced in dog area for our furry friends.

Balsam Retreat is hosted by Loriel and Adam of Keaton Cottages Vacations. Loriel is a licensed real estate agent.

We look forward to hosting you on your next Great Smoky Mountains getaway!

There is paved access to the house that turns to gravel just before the driveway. All roads are maintained year round. There is covered parking for one car or multiple motorcycles and plenty of parking for multiple vehicles.

We are available by text, phone, or message to our guests any time. Please do not hesitate to reach out to us if you need anything at all.

There is so much wildlife in our neighborhood. Deer and elk often walk right through the yard, as do wild turkeys. It is a quiet and peaceful area, yet very close to the center of town.

There is plenty of parking and you will need a car to best enjoy all the area has to offer.

We are happy to welcome pets, and we have no restrictions on breed or size, but please tell about your furry family members that are traveling with you. There is a non-refundable pet fee of $75 per stay.

Guests must climb a flight of natural stone stairs to access the cottage.

Our guests are welcome to use the washer dryer, which is located on the first level of the house next to carport and only accessible from outside.
We kindly request that you keep pets off the furniture and bedding.

Lighter fluid or accelerants of any kind are prohibited both at the indoor fireplace and outdoor fire pit.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
We kindly request that you keep pets off the furniture and bedding. Lighter fluid or accelerants of any kind are prohibited both at the indoor firepl

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
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

Maggie Valley

Located in Maggie Valley, this holiday home is in the mountains. Cataloochee Ski Area and Fantasy Golf & Game Room are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Soco Gap. Travelling with kids? Consider Maggie Valley Festival Grounds and Queen's Farm Stables.
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Maggie Valley, NC

What's nearby

  • Wheels Through Time Museum - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Stompin' Ground - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Maggie Valley Festival Grounds - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Fantasy Golf & Game Room - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Maggie Valley Gem Mine - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Maggie Valley Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Joey's Pancake House - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Catrina’s Cantina - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Guayabitos - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pop's Grits & Eggs - ‬18 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Balsam Retreat -Charming, Stylish, Great Location! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Balsam Retreat -Charming, Stylish, Great Location!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Balsam Retreat -Charming, Stylish, Great Location!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Balsam Retreat -Charming, Stylish, Great Location!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Balsam Retreat -Charming, Stylish, Great Location! located?

This family-friendly Maggie Valley holiday home is located in the mountains, within a 15-minute walk of Wheels Through Time Museum and Stompin' Ground. Maggie Valley Festival Grounds and Fantasy Golf & Game Room are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Traci H.

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

Great place!

Great place, super comfortable and has everything you need!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everyone had a great time. This house was very accommodating. We brought our dogs which went everywhere with us. Maggie Valley, Waynesville and surrounding towns are very pet friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian I.

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

Awesome

Great location clean and so far the best place ive stayed with a pet
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

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

Lovely stay to visit family

Our stay was wonderful! Our family lives a block away so that was perfect. The cabin was cute and quaint and perfect for us. We were close to all bunch fun places like skiing and snowboarding, waterfalls, and snow tubing!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Friend G.

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

Wonderful Maggie Valley Cabin!

My family spent a long winter weekend in Balsam Retreat and absolutely loved our stay. The beds were comfortable, the heat worked well and everything was clean and well stocked for our visit. We enjoyed making a fire in the fireplace and will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steven H.

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

Nice little cabin on the hill

Nice little cabin with plenty of room inside for us. It was very nice to sit outside by the fire pit and just relax a little for the busy weekend we had going on!!! Thank you very much for a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcy B.

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

Family reunion

Beautiful property. Fully stocked kitchen. Comfy beds/linens. Very accommodating for dogs.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandy H., Orlando

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

Lovely and Cozy

Perfect base camp between many sites to see. Our favorite thing to do is hiking to see waterfalls and Soco and Mingo falls are very close. If you like driving through the beautiful mountains then Cades Cove is a lovely drive.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Greg F.

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

Family visit to the Mountains

Very unique cabin in the heart of Maggie Valley. Great place to stay with everything you need in kitchen to have a meals in. Over the years we’ve been to several cabins in the area this one of the best we’ve stayed at. Also the parking is great, accommodates at least 3 vehicles easily and very easy to get in and out of. Will definitely stay here in the future if needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda N.

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

Family Vacation

We wanted to be close to the interests we had and this property was perfect. We were able to drive to Wheels Through Time, Cherokee, and Bryson City within minutes while still being able to have the quiet cottage experience. The owners were wonderful with communication and provided all the information needed to make our stay one of the best yet. I would highly recommend this VRBO for vacation or just a get away. Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sonja S., Houston

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

Amazing property and host

I wish I can give 10 stars! The property is fabulous, even better in person then in pictures, well equipped and decorated. Hosts go above and beyond to make you feel welcomed, and they are super responsive. We highly recommend it, we hope to come back really soon.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen G.

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

Cute layout

Very nice place, clean, in the middle of everything . Great fun layout. It’s a round house and that is hard to do!! 3 nice bedrooms and 2 baths. Nicely done.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri B., Lexington , NC

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

Wedding Weekend

We were 3 couples attending a wedding and I was fortunate enough to find this lovely mountain home in Maggie Valley. It was beautiful and very well taken care of. Our host was amazing and prompt in answering questions. The amenities that she offered were great and we had everything we needed to make our stay excellent. Very comfy, quiet and in the middle of lush green mountains. Also very accessible to Waynesville, Maggie Valley and Cherokee. A fun time was had by all!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

carrey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Wonderful little cabin with REALLY comfortable beds!

We wanted a little getaway before being home for Christmas and ski with our kiddos. The home is super close to the ski resort and and Tube world! The beds were so super comfy, and the home was extremely clean! The only “off” thing were the pictures posted portray the home as extremely spacious and the home isn’t AS spacious as the pictures portray, but still roomy enough for sure! It just made us chuckle when we walked in! Loved the Christmas tree touch and all the pans,,utensils, etc that made cooking super easy! The fireplace was our most favorite feature of the home. So so cozy. Great decor, and overall great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy J., Marietta, SC USA

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

Lovely Fall Getaway

We enjoyed a Fall weekend exploring Lake Junaluska and downtown Waynesville. The house was clean and comfortable and had everything we needed. Would definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christi C., Effingham SC

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

Great Time

This cabin was absolutely beautiful and exceeded our expectations. It was clean and everything needed was provided. If I has to have one thing I didn't appreciate, it would be we weren't able to stay longer. 🙂 The owners were always in contact and making sure our stay was everything we hoped for. Highly recommend this cabin if you are looking.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynda B.

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

Great vacation!

This property was a perfect getaway for us. The house was rustic but very beautiful and comfortable. Will certainly be going back as soon as possible!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

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

Cute and quirky

Quirky little house in Maggie Valley. Very quiet, peaceful. Comfy beds. Owners left a card on the table for us to read when we arrived which was a very thoughtful touch. Plenty of room for our family of 4. Close to Cherokee, Waynesville, Cataloochee Valley, etc. It was perfect for our needs. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rob V., Lenoir, NC

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

Great Property

Fully enjoyed our weekend at this cabin! Host went out of her way to handle all the craziness of the weekend due to a power failure!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Remington F.

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

Mountain getaway

Great location and property
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

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

Maggie Valley girls trip

We enjoyed our stay very much. Kitchen is well stocked. House was clean and location were great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angie K.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Debbie W.

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

About the host

Hosted by Loriel and Adam of Keaton Cottages Vacations

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