Spacious Mountain Home Sleeps 14 with Game Room + Resort Access + Views

Spacious Mountain Retreat for Families & Groups

Welcome to Oak & Ember Lodge, a spacious, dog-friendly mountain retreat in Sapphire, North Carolina. Designed for gathering, relaxing, and making memories together.

With 5 bedrooms and space for up to 14 guests, this home is ideal for two or three families traveling together. With bedrooms on two levels, multiple living areas, and plenty of space to spread out, everyone can enjoy time together without feeling crowded.

Sapphire is a wonderful year-round destination. Enjoy hiking, waterfalls, and lake days in the summer, colorful mountain foliage in the fall, and skiing and tubing in the winter.

THE SPACE
Oak & Ember Lodge is thoughtfully designed for both connection and comfort:

5 bedrooms - Sleeps up to 14
3 full bathrooms
Bedrooms on two levels for privacy
Multiple living areas for groups to spread out

Perfect for multi-family trips, holiday gatherings, or long weekends in the mountains.

BEDROOMS
The layout works especially well for groups, with a mix of private and shared spaces:

Bedroom 1 – Main Level
King bed, Smart TV, walk-in closet, dresser, ensuite bathroom

Bedroom 2 – Main Level
King bed, closet, dresser, ensuite bathroom (shared with hallway)

Bedroom 3 – Main Level
Queen bed, Smart TV, closet, dresser

Bedroom 4 – Lower Level
Two twin beds, closet, ensuite bathroom (shared with hallway)

Bedroom 5 – Lower Level
Three bunk beds (6 twin beds total), under-bed storage
Perfect for kids, cousins, or a fun “sleepover room”

LIVING & ENTERTAINMENT SPACES
With two separate living areas, everyone has room to relax:

Upstairs Living Room
Smart TV, gas fireplace—perfect for cozy evenings

Downstairs Living/Game Room
Smart TV, vintage arcade table, air hockey, darts, and board games
A fun hangout space for kids and adults alike

KITCHEN & DINING
Fully equipped for cooking and gathering:

Gas stove and oven
Microwave, dishwasher, toaster
Keurig, drip, and French press coffee makers
Stocked for group meals, family breakfasts, and easy entertaining

OUTDOOR LIVING
Take in the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains:

Four decks with long-range mountain views (two covered)
Gas grill (propane provided)
Gas fire pit on upper deck
Wood-burning fire pit with seating
Hook-and-ring game
Fenced-in dog run

Start your morning with coffee outside and wind down by the fire in the evening.

SAPPHIRE VALLEY RESORT ACCESS
Guests can access (for a small daily fee) the amenities at Sapphire Valley Resort, just minutes away:

Indoor & outdoor pools
Fairfield Lake (swimming, kayaking, relaxing by the water)
Mini golf
Zip line
Arcade
Seasonal skiing and tubing

DOG FRIENDLY
We welcome one well-behaved dog with a $150 non-refundable pet fee (no cats).

Dogs must be pre-approved
Must be crated when left alone
Leashed outdoors and not left unattended in dog run
Please pick up after your pet (bags provided)

LOCATION
Perfectly positioned just 0.75 miles from Route 64, Oak & Ember Lodge offers incredible mountain views with a simple, stress-free drive. No steep mountain roads required.

Nearby highlights:
Sapphire Valley Resort – 5 minutes
Cashiers – 10 minutes
Gorges State Park – 20 minutes
Highlands – 35 minutes
Brevard – 45 minutes
Asheville – 1.5 hours
Asheville Regional Airport – ~1 hour

PARKING
Driveway accommodates 4–5 vehicles (depending on size)

GENERAL AMENITIES
Wi-Fi
YouTube TV
Central A/C and heating
Washer/dryer (detergent provided)
Linens, towels, and hair dryers included

ADDITIONAL NOTES
Multi-level home; exterior steps required to enter
Stairs required to access lower-level bedrooms
One exterior camera (doorbell only)
Quiet hours: 10:00 PM – 7:00 AM

Why Guests Love Oak & Ember Lodge
Ideal setup for multiple families traveling together
A perfect balance of relaxation, connection, and fun
Easy access to both mountains and resort amenities
Thoughtfully designed for memorable group getaways

Oak & Ember Lodge is perfect for family vacations, ski weekends, holiday gatherings, and long mountain getaways with friends.