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Hood Upper

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A two-story house with a balcony, a porch, and a satellite dish.
A covered porch with wooden furniture, including a bench and chairs, and large windows offering a view of greenery.
A living room with a sofa, TV, wooden cabinets, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A living room with a wooden dining table, chairs, a sofa, a television, and framed pictures on the walls.
A spacious living area with a dining table, chairs, a sofa, and a kitchen area with a refrigerator and cabinets.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Games
    A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Private pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Lake Junaluska, NC
  • Place, Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Junaluska Golf Course
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Office

About this property

Hood Upper

Summary:

Upstairs, dog-friendly retreat with forest views, full kitchen, plus pool access



The Space:

Set back in the trees and located just a short walk from the shores of Lake Junaluska, this second-story vacation rental is a classic and comfortable option for your next family outing to the Blue Ridge Mountains. Inside this home you'll find a well-equipped full kitchen all ready to help you prepare everyone's favorite recipes.



Dine at the two adjacent tables or bring out the board games for some rainy day fun! The living area includes a TV for evening channel surfing, while the furnished and screened sunroom is a great spot for lounging on quiet afternoons. Additional amenities and features at this home include a private washer/dryer in the kitchen and a shared gas grill on the lower level for when you want to spice up your home-cooked menu.



SHARED AMENITIES - Pool (passes available for an additional fee) - Canoes and paddle boats (accessible for an additional fee) - Tennis courts - Shuffleboard THINGS TO KNOW

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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

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5303765vb
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

Lake Junaluska

Lake Junaluska is home to this holiday home. Shelton House and Colonial Theater are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Maggie Valley Festival Grounds and Queen's Farm Stables. Waynesville Recreation Center and Fantasy Golf & Game Room are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
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Lake Junaluska, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Lake Junaluska Golf Course - 2 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 30 min drive - 24.1 km
  • Biltmore Estate - 37 min drive - 56.5 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 40 min drive - 43.9 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Angelo's Family Pizza & Pasta - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Hood Upper have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

Is Hood Upper pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hood Upper?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hood Upper?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hood Upper located?

Situated in Lake Junaluska, 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

8.4

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janna L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place to stay. Location was really nice and the pool in the lake was beautiful. There were plenty of kitchen supplies for our family of 5. Beds were comfy and the 2 bathrooms made getting cleaned up after a long day very simple. The water pressure was also amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jul, 2026
Thank you for the wonderful review. We're so glad the lake and pool made such a beautiful backdrop, and that the comfy beds, well stocked kitchen, and two bathrooms made things easy for your family of five after those long days. It's lovely to hear the water pressure was a hit too. We'd be delighted to host you again whenever your travels bring you back. The VueStay Team
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

M. S.

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

Quaint Hideaway

Quaint hideaway on Lake Junaluska. Property was well appointed and clean. Check in and check out was a breeze. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Carolyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I didn’t see a pool. Out boxer did great but we were mostly there at night
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Whitney B.

Wouldn’t recommend for a weekly stay.

House is in a good location for a short walk down to the conference buildings. Washer and dryer are not adequate for a stay longer than a few days. WiFi signal is shady…the TV kept disconnecting from the WiFi. The kitchenware and cookware is very old and rusty and stained. If you stay here, you will need to bring your own pots, pans, and casserole dishes to cook with and Tupperware to store leftovers. I recommend this place after some updates are made and the house is deep cleaned.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jul, 2025
Hi Whitney, thank you for your review. We regret to hear you had a disappointing stay and that our home's condition did not meet your expectations. We appreciate your feedback on the washer/dryer, WiFi, kitchenware, and cookware, and we have shared these comments with our local team to address. Your insights are invaluable as they help us improve our service. We hope to have the opportunity to host you again for a much more enjoyable stay in the future.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Jane C.

Hood Upper - apartment

Spacious older apartment with MCM decor. Plenty of windows for natural light. Generous sized rooms and two nice bathrooms with good basic supplies - soaps, toilet paper & plenty of towels. Great screened-in porch could be extra sleeping area & allowed for wonderful breezes. Plenty of seating in living area. Comfortable beds. Lacks a dishwasher and the stove/oven is old but works. No vent for overhead stove. Electric baseboard heat kept us comfortable. No A/C but did not need it in September. Would rent again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Comfort

Short trip for our loved one's memorial. The views & seamless checkin process made it comfortable. THank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Phillip C.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

About the host

Hosted by VueStay Vacations by Casago

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