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The Pinewoods: Secluded with hot tub, dark skies and sunsets beckon

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Private and Secluded
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Sunset View
Private and Secluded
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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 2124.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Little Switzerland, NC
  • Emerald Village
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Table Rock Trail
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Hawksbill Mountain Trail
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The Pinewoods: Secluded with hot tub, dark skies and sunsets beckon

Star-lit skies and beautiful western sunsets are yours at Pinewood Cabin atop secluded Grassy Mountain. At an of 3900' and and prevailing winds from the NW naturally cool breezes keep the cabin comfortable even in the summer months. In the rare event we have warm spell air condition is available. Located 7/10 of a mile from the village of Little Switzerland, this comfortable, airy cabin sleeps 2 with two bathrooms. Master bedroom has a queen sized bedroom with private bath and a 40” LCD high definition TV. Featuring a wood-burning fireplace wood not provided but available for sale for $65 for a 2 night supply. View amenities for info. Real knotty pine paneling, oak hardwood floors and a large NON JETTED tub for long romantic soaks. The entire house has vaulted ceilings. Find yourself taking in cool mountain air while relaxing in the deep-well Nordic hot tub. Featuring awesome views of the Black Mountain Range and Mt. Mitchell, highest peak east of the Mississippi. Organically grown vegetables available dependent on supply Disoounted payment options include cashiers check or personnel check. You can find alternate contact information at rickgonsorrentals The cabin has a 4night minimum on holiday weeks inlcluding Xnas New Years, the week of July 4th and the last 3 weeks of Oct unless their is a late cancellation. Check availability calendar for possible late openings and last minute length of stay and pricing discounts.

Property manager

Rick Gonsor I’ll
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 12
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please do not move furniture. Mandatory showering
All reservations are subject to owner screening an

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Little Switzerland

Located in Little Switzerland, this cabin is in the mountains and on a river. Museum of North Carolina Minerals and Young's Mountain Music are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at The Orchard at Altapass and Grassy Creek Golf and Country Club. Emerald Village and Woodys Chair Shop are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Little Switzerland, NC

What's nearby

  • Emerald Village - 7 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Table Rock Trail - 11 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Hawksbill Mountain Trail - 11 min drive - 10.9 km
  • The Orchard at Altapass - 12 min drive - 10.9 km
  • Grassy Creek Golf and Country Club - 12 min drive - 11.7 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 78 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Western Sizzlin - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Live Oak Gastropub - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Switzerland Cafe & General Store - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Fox and the Fig - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Pinewoods: Secluded with hot tub, dark skies and sunsets beckon pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Pinewoods: Secluded with hot tub, dark skies and sunsets beckon?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Pinewoods: Secluded with hot tub, dark skies and sunsets beckon?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Pinewoods: Secluded with hot tub, dark skies and sunsets beckon located?

Situated on a river, this cabin is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Pisgah National Forest and within 6 miles (10 km) of Museum of North Carolina Minerals and Emerald Village. Parkway Flea & Farmers Market and Woodys Chair Shop are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 81 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 81 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris O.

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

Christmas getaway

Cozy, peaceful, and relaxing. My wife and I went for the weekend together away and it was exactly what we needed. Definitely going back
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil E.

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

Beautiful, unique, clean, well stocked

Great place, would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Greg O.

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

Great private getaway, convenient to Blue Ridge Parkway

Rick is an excellent host, easy to work with.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karen O., Lugoff, South Carolina

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

Great house!

Leaf peeping was great using this house as our base. Great house!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa T.

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

Gorgeous cabin, beautiful view

The view from the deck was amazing. The cabin was perfect. We definitely want to visit again. We also thought it was neat that they provided the means to separate trash, recycling, and compost during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lajos T.

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

Excellent cabin !

Excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

kris g.

Great Weekend Getaway

Very quiet, beautiful views and Rick is a great host. Hunt and Kris Greene
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Abigail H.

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

Great anniversary weekend!

Spent four nights here to celebrate our 15 year anniversary. The cabin was perfect! The view from the deck is stunning. We enjoyed the hot tub, sitting out on the deck, eating in nearby Spruce Pine, and hiking off of the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

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

Respite from the heat and “city”

My husband and I really enjoyed our stay at the Pinewoods Cabin. The view was spectacular and the cabin had everything we needed to relax. Rick was easy to communicate with and available if anything came up. We loved the proximity of Little Switzerland and the Blueridge Parkway.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angel A.

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

A Peaceful Getaway

Our stay was AMAZING. The location was PERFECT for getting away from the "noise" and stress of everyday life. The owner was helpful and made us feel at home. Beautiful back porch has the perfect view of the mountains. The house was neat and we had everything we needed. You will not regret staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn S.

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

We had such a good time

My boyfriend and I celebrated my 29th birthday in Little Switzerland. I booked this cabin because of the view from the photos and it looked like a nice place to stay. Trust me neither disappointed, especially that view!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kara F.

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

Hidden Gem Hideaway

Gorgeous views from the deck of this property! We enjoyed being tucked in to the side of the mountain on a dead end road! The house had everything we needed and offered spectacular views both day and night! Rick was an excellent host and communicator. We really enjoyed the hot tub after hiking and exploring the area! We would definitely return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas H., Blackwood NJ

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

Road Trip

Very nice. Should have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Awesome

Amazing views! Very quiet and isolated. Rick was a perfect host. We stayed during the coldest time. We would definitely stay again. I saw more stars then I ever experienced!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alana A.

Wonderful, relaxing experience!

The cabin was very secluded and the view was breath-taking. The cabin had everything we needed to stay put while enjoying evenings of cooking, soaking in the hot tub and relaxing in front of the fireplace. Rick was an amazing host, visiting to see if we needed anything, telling us about the area, and overall ensuring our stay was perfect! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Great view!!

Had a wonderful time in the mountains. Unbelievable views from the rear deck. Cabin was all it was advertised to be and more. Rick was very helpful with our stay. Would HIGHLY recommend this cabin to anyone wanting to get away from the hustle of daily life. My wife and I hope to come back in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Logan B., Sarasota, FL, USA

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

Mountain getaway with a view

The cabin was exactly what we wanted for a private weekend getaway. Mountainside sunset views, private, calm and beautiful landscapes. The cabin was cozy and updated. We enjoyed the jacuzzi and individually heated bathrooms. Rick was a great host, easy to communicate with. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

8/10 Good

Diane M., State College

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

A great place, but ------

The owner was helpful and has a nice cabin for a getaway vacation. My only complaints are that there were no light-blocking window treatments in the bedroom and that the road was rough and scary.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

JAMIE B., Tallassee, Alabama

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

Great Private Getaway!

My husband and I traveled here on our anniversary and this cabin was perfect! Very private with a great view! We absolutely love Little Switzerland and will keep this place on our list!! It was just as described ~ very clean and definitely comfortable!! Also centrally located to all we planned to do!! The only advice I have for the owners is to get better lighting in at least one of the bathrooms ~ while it’s awesome mood lighting it’s hard to see to get ready (especially for the ladies). I carried a lighted mirror with me so I managed! Thanks for a great vacation!!♥️
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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

Little Switzerland Cabin

My husband and I had a lovely stay in Little Switzerland. It was great meeting the owner Rick at the post office because it would have been kinda tricky to find the house without an escort. The view and peaceful setting were spectacular. House is super clean and perfect for a couple. There were tons of nice fluffy towels and washcloths. I always hate it when there aren’t ample washcloths! The hot tub is very clean and we enjoyed it on our last night. For your planning purposes: I did not find coffee but there is a coffee pot. Walmart is about 5 miles away but it takes longer to get there than you would expect. I would bring snacks to enjoy with the bottle of wine Rick greets you with. I would also bring my own pillow as I prefer 2 and a cozy blanket for hanging out on the porch enjoying the sunrise and sunset. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Bruce H., Charlotte, NC

Great private mountain getaway!

My wife and I stayed 5 nights at the Pinewoods cabin. We liked the cabin a lot and had a great time in the area. The cabin was clean and had everything we needed. It's in a very private location with a great mountain view from the rear deck. We hiked to scenic waterfalls in the day and made use of the hot tub, the charcoal grill and the full kitchen in the evening. There are a few decent restaurants nearby and 2 grocery stores about 5 miles away where you can stock up on whatever you might need. Rick was a great host. He communicated with us promptly and gave us tips about the area. We had a great getaway and would certainly recommend this cabin to anyone looking to stay in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2017

10/10 Excellent

Sam A.

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

I cannot express my review in a 100 words or less. I do want to say this was the perfect getaway!

Rick, met us and guided us to a perfect cabin getaway. The view from the back deck is breath taking. Sitting in the hot tub looking at the stars and seeing the mountains in the distance put one at ease. The interior has a charming feel. Enjoyed each evening with a fire with real fire place. If you want wood it is well worth asking Rick instead of packing in your own. The kitchen is very well equipped. If you need a break from everything this is the place you've been looking for. Thanks again. :)
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Masha G.

Awesome View!

We stayed here for the couples getaway and we didn't leave the cabin because the view was so beautiful. The house is equipped with everything you need. Rick is very responsive and accommodating. He even got us a deal we couldn't refuse and extended our stay one day. You will have access to two bathrooms and master bedroom in the house (two other bedrooms are locked) as well as the living space (living room, kitchen, dining). The house is very secluded so it is nice and quiet all around. The only sounds you hear is an occasional squirrel roaming around.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

CAMISSA K.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful views

The house was nice and the views were beautiful. We enjoyed the hot tub and there was plenty of towels and wash cloths. It was a very positive experience. We had to meet the person at the local post office and follow them to the house. Not a big deal but we first were not going to be arriving until late the first night and felt odd about having to do this so we took off earlier than planned. That being said, when we plan weekend get aways we want to be able to stop and go as we please. It may not have been a big deal for them to meet us late but I personally like being able to just receive a key or key code and arrive when we want.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura P., Raleigh, NC

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

Perfect Mountain Getaway

We needed a last minute getaway to soak up some WNC mountain medicine and this beautiful, hand-built and custom design cabin was absolutely perfect! It is "conveniently" secluded and offers a jaw-dropping view of several mountain range peaks from any room in the spacious and well-appointed cabin and deck (I was able to work from my laptop at the dining room table and still see the gorgeous view!). You cannot see a single other building from here, and only a small portion of road way across the valley on another ridge. Cooking was a delight in the clean, well-stocked kitchen, and everything was sparkling upon our arrival. The fresh-picked lily waiting for us at check-in was a super sweet touch, and the small library proved to be an impressive feature. Although we didn't venture back out once we settled in, the cabin is in a pretty central location to go sightseeing and visit some of WNC's best area attractions. Our favorite part was that we didn't even want to go back out once we were here. The only traffic we heard was from the blue ridge parkway (occasional, and daytime only), so we were able to hear the birds, bugs and critters the whole time! Rick was an amazing host, and communication with him was excellent from booking to traveling home. The listing description is very accurate, and made for a pleasant, no-unwelcome-surprises, experience. We absolutely plan to return for future stays, and highly recommend this cabin as a serene, romantic, comfortable, Perfect Mountain Getaway. Many Thanks, Rick!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Rick Gonsor I’ll

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A long time resident of Litlle Switzerland. Love anything and every thing related to outdoor activities.

Why they chose this property

Secluded and very private but conviently located 8/10 of a mile from the village of Little Switzerland. Facing due West amazing sunsets framed by the Mt. Mitchell and the Black Mountain Range.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests