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Upscale Cottage with Ultra Privacy and Spectacular View

Cottage in Sapphire with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
The Screened Living Room/Porch Provides the Ultimate Mountain Experience.
Terrace/patio
This is the Place for Privacy and Rejuvenation of the Spirit.
Interior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Sapphire, NC
  • Place, Hogback Lake
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Whisper Lake
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Sapphire National Golf Club
    ‪5 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Den

1 Large Single Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Upscale Cottage with Ultra Privacy and Spectacular View

Fifteen minutes east of Cashiers, and 55 minutes southeast of Asheville, N.C. is Mountain Laurel Cottage; a wonderful two bedroom, two bathroom home, that boasts a spectacular, long distance, southwest view of Chimney Top and Whiteside Mountains.

Designed by Al Platt (yes, the same one who designed the nationally recognized 2006 HGTV Dream Home), Mountain Laurel Cottage not only takes advantage of the impressive view from this five acre estate, but also offers a superb natural mountain experience. Enjoy a cool mountain breeze, or the warmth of a crackling fire, on the comfortably furnished, screened, living room/porch, which is the common family area of the home. Screened on three sides, it has a high vaulted ceiling, and lets you enjoy the acres of surrounding nature. Inside the home are the bedrooms, bathrooms, den/living area and the kitchen that opens onto that screened living room/porch area. Peace, quiet, and privacy are your neighbors. From the living room/porch step outside onto an uncovered deck where there is a large gas grill ready to cook your favorite meal. This is truly designer mountain living!

The Mountain Laurel Cottage estate is situated at an elevation of 3800 ft, on the 320 acre, gated, Preserve at Rock Creek. With 215 of the Preserve’s acres dedicated to conservation; pristine forests, plentiful waterfalls, and ancient rock formations are all a splendid hike away.

Fine dining, boutique/convenience shopping, additional golf / tennis facilities, more stream/lake fishing, renowned hiking, and a multitude of incredible waterfalls are all within fifteen minutes. There is even a post office, a gas station, and a convenience store five minutes of Mountain Laurel Cottage, on the main east-west artery, State Road 64.


Keywords: Cottage, Home, Flat, Bungalow, House

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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
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
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Sapphire

Located in Sapphire, this cottage is in the mountains. Gorges State Park and Highlands Biological Station reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Cashiers Farmers Market and Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Sapphire, NC

What's nearby

  • Hogback Lake - 3 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Whisper Lake - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Sapphire National Golf Club - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Gorges State Park - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Lake Toxaway - 7 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 59 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Tavern @ High Hampton - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Fix - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Casa Amigos - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Canyon Kitchen - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Grand Olde Station at Lake Toxaway - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Upscale Cottage with Ultra Privacy and Spectacular View pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Upscale Cottage with Ultra Privacy and Spectacular View?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Upscale Cottage with Ultra Privacy and Spectacular View?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Upscale Cottage with Ultra Privacy and Spectacular View?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Upscale Cottage with Ultra Privacy and Spectacular View located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is steps from Nantahala National Forest and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Hogback Lake. Whisper Lake and Gorges State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 147 out of 166 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 166 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 166 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 166 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 166 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Diana B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Husband and I spent a week at this cabin and loved the location because of the security of the gated preserve and the privacy. Very few cars go up or down the road in a day, and you don’t have any close neighbors. Cabin is well stocked and beds are comfy. It was immaculate upon our arrival. We spent most of our time out on the screen porch with a fire going. Love the view of the mountains and the sunsets are amazing here. Lots of hiking nearby including on the property. This is our second stay, and we will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William T.

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

Perfect choice

Lovely cottage had everything that you would need. We'll stay longer next time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
This was our third stay over the past 12 years so we do love the place—the setting and the screened in porch/deck can’t be beat. The kitchen is better stocked with pans and utensils since prior stays but be aware you’ll need to bring your own seasonings (like salt and pepper). We weren’t able to get the gas fireplace to work or to have the firewood to burn very good so ultimately bought some Duraflame logs. A great place to relax and hear nature!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Weekend Away

property is exactly as described online. Outside seating area enjoys incredible views. Property is well appointed and comfortable. We will for sure be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonia H.

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

Cozy Getaway

This was our 2nd stay at the Mt Laurel Cabin and as before a great private location with a fantastic view.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Laura P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location for a getaway and privacy. Couple minor issues that need improvement. There’s no where to get rid of garbage. We’d have to take our garbage to a gas station and dispose of our trash there. Had to live out of my suitcase for the week since there aren’t any drawers or hangers for clothes.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan S.

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

Great getaway

Property was great as always! Rained a couple days but it made the waterfalls better....
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

chris h.

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

Wonderful Holiday Get Away

The cabin is lovely. Great views and the porch is a wonderful place for sunrise/sunsets. Wonderful 180' views. We would come back again.
Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin H.

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

great property!

great property!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D.

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

Perfect mountain getaway

We enjoyed our stay .. it’s our third stay at this lovely home and plan to return in the fall
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

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

Great pet friendly home!

We had a wonderful stay for a week this fall. Community is beautiful with on site hiking and waterfalls as well as many public trails within a few minute drive. Highly recommend it, we will definately return.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karleen G.

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

Lovely Cottage

Lovely cottage with amazing views, very private yet close to shops, stores, hiking, outdoor activities, etc. We really enjoyed our stay over the Thanksgiving holiday.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

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

Third stay.

Always a great stay. Will return.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurent V.

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

Great cabin!

Beautiful outdoor living area with frire place...great views.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Christy B.

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

Cabin Retreat

Absolutely wonderful stay! Visited nearby Cashiers and Highlands, wonderful shopping and great restaurants! Loved the outdoor space with the fireplace. What a great retreat!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay L.

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

Perfect mountain cabin

Adults, teens and puppy loved this cozy cabin with huge screened in porch featuring gorgeous mountain view and wood burning fireplace. Very private and quiet yet well located between amenities and activities in Cashiers and Lake Toxaway.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd C.

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

Wonderful stay

Wonderfully cozy and smartly appointed cabin. Fireplace, movies, grill, screened porch all were excellent amenities. Hiking trails steps away. Prompt communication. Would love to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert D.

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

Mountain cottage

Excellent. Will return.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

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

Amazing Family NYE

We absolutely loved this place. Nothing was missing. spectacular views, outdoor fireplace was very cozy with the cold weather over new years. We felt at home and appreciated being disconnected from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Highly recommend this property and it's also inside of a gated preserve which was a piece of mind security.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

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

Large screened porch with huge fireplace and mountain view.

This is the perfect house if you want a quiet family stay. It rained during our visit but we were able to enjoy the large screened porch with its huge stone fireplace and amazing view. There was plenty of cut wood and comfortable seating. The porch was also right outside the living room making communication easy between the two. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen P., NJ

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

Spectacular views

WOW! That is exactly what we said when we first walked into the house. The views are amazing and the screened in porch is where we spent most of our time. The house is adorable & very comfortable. Be sure to take in the sunsets.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine H.

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

The Perfect Getaway!

We decided to head to the mountains from the low country for New Years and it was the perfect way to decompress and end the year! The pictures don’t do this cottage justice - it is an absolute dream mountain cottage! My only regret is that I didn’t make our reservation for longer! Normally, I’m ready to head home, but I can honestly say I was sad to leave! The cottage was immaculate, and it had such a peaceful and cozy ambience. The outside porch was, of course, our favorite spot! We spent hours outside reading and relaxing! I can’t wait to head back again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN G., Charlotte, NC

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

Wonderful Anniversary Weekend

Absolutely beautiful home perched in the peaceful mountains of NC. Quiet which is a welcome break to lawn noise in Charlotte. Just a great experience. Only minor complaint was the road was incredibly steep so was a bit challenging to walk the dog but hardly a complaint.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D.

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

Paradise

This was the most immaculate home and everything description offered plus .. the housekeeper Geri was incredible making sure home was pristine for us upon arrival .. we LIVED on outdoor porch and enjoyed a crackling fire during beautiful cool (but moderate) evenings .. highly recommend and will return!
Stayed 22 nights in Jun 2020

8/10 Good

Michael S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Couples Spring getaway in Sapphire NC

Great location in private community a short distance to food, hiking, zip line, golf, spa, and upscale shopping in Cashiers/Highlands. Wonderful stay, easy relaxation on screen porch to grilling on the deck. Only item of note, the white kitchen cabinetry had fine coating of dust when I wiped the door/handles following dinner. Possibly caused by the some recent wood improvements that appeared new.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jacques Carrere

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There is so much to enjoy on the Preserve’s 320 acres including walking the Rock Creek trail and climbing to the waterfalls, horseback riding in our meadow, trout fishing in our two ponds or simply exploring the 115 species of flora and 100 species of animals that live on the Preserve. There is all of the great outdoors to enjoy but sometimes its about sitting on the porch and enjoying the views. Also, near by is swimming, golf, tennis, fine dining and family activities.

Why they chose this property

National Parks & Recreation Areas:

Mt. Laurel Cottage located in The Preserve at Rock Creek is nestled within the Nantahala National Forest, the largest national forest in North Carolina and home to many of the area’s waterfalls. There are lots of activities to enjoy in the Nantahala.

Gorges State Park is filled with plunging waterfalls, rugged river gorges, sheer rock walls and one of the greatest concentrations of rare and unique plant species in the eastern United States.

Panthertown Valley boasts a density of biodiversity equal to that of a plateau high in the Himalayas, it is practically next door to the Preserve at Rock Creek.

The 469-mile Blue Ridge Parkway is accessible at many points in this area and the Parkway is great way to take in the gorgeous views. With so many things to do you can easily spend day after day on the Parkway.

Pisgah National Forest and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park are all within an hour of the entrance to the Preserve at Rock Creek. With all these recreational areas, the number of hiking trails and other outdoor activities are too numerous to mention.


What makes this property unique

It’s no coincidence that The Preserve at Rock Creek sits in the heart of one of nature’s masterpieces. Located in the Western North Carolina region known as the Land of Waterfalls, the area is home to more than 250 free-falling and cascading waterfalls and boasts a temperate rainforest microclimate that maintains pleasant temperatures even during the hottest times of year. When you’re standing three to four thousand feet above sea level, breathing in crisp mountain air, soothed by the sounds of wildlife and awed by the views of natural spring-fed waterfalls, tranquil streams, massive rock outcroppings, soaring cliffs and hidden caves, you know you’re some place special.

The property at this exclusive mountain community is designed to maximize scenic features while maintaining natural integrity. In addition to the waterfalls, the area’s diverse and plentiful plant life is a true highlight, with spring and summer’s wildflowers giving way to the hardwood forest’s impressive displays of color when leaves change in the fall.

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