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Relaxation Station on Grassy Mountain - Open April though October

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R Place - Double Decks
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Shady Circle Drive
Kitchen/Dining Area
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Little Switzerland, NC
  • Emerald Village
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Table Rock Trail
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Hawksbill Mountain Trail
    ‪13 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

Relaxation Station on Grassy Mountain - Open April though October

Nestled off a private loop on Grassy Mountain near Little Switzerland, a rental cabin awaits you. 'R' Place is a family-owned 3-bedroom cabin named for the Matriarch (Ruby) who envisioned a place of Relaxation, Rest, Rejuvenation, and Refreshing activities. The double-decked structure offers a view of Mt. Mitchell and sometimes a bear and her cubs. It is the perfect place to enjoy a family dinner and a movie or to plan the next day's adventure. Relax in the large Jacuzzi tub and refresh yourself with a good night's sleep in one of the Sleep Number beds.

The cabin is unique with the wood for the interior taken through the whole process by builder/owner Dan. Decorated with a mix of antiques and comfortable new furniture 'R' Place lends itself to be your vacation haven.

Keywords: mountain retreat,cabin,3-level home,secluded, woods

Property manager

Lois Carter
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Little Switzerland

Little Switzerland is home to this cabin. Emerald Village and Historic Carson House are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Woodys Chair Shop and Mountainside Wine. Travelling with kids? Consider Energy Xchange, or check out an event or a game at The Orchard at Altapass. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Little Switzerland, NC

What's nearby

  • Emerald Village - 8 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Table Rock Trail - 13 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Hawksbill Mountain Trail - 13 min drive - 11.6 km
  • The Orchard at Altapass - 13 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Grassy Creek Golf and Country Club - 13 min drive - 12.5 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Western Sizzlin - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Live Oak Gastropub - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Switzerland Cafe & General Store - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Fox and the Fig - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxation Station on Grassy Mountain - Open April though October pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Relaxation Station on Grassy Mountain - Open April though October?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxation Station on Grassy Mountain - Open April though October?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Relaxation Station on Grassy Mountain - Open April though October located?

Set in Little Switzerland, this family-friendly cabin is within 6 mi (10 km) of Museum of North Carolina Minerals, Emerald Village and Parkway Flea & Farmers Market. Woodys Chair Shop and Pisgah National Forest are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 112 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 112 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 112 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 112 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 112 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paige G.

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

Beautiful Mountain getaway!

We loved this beautiful mountain home. It was very clean and comfortable and had a beautiful views. There was lots of space and much to do. There were several televisions and lots of books and games. We really enjoyed the pool table. It was a great place to be with family.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bobby T.

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

Beautiful Home!

The property was as wonderful as the description! Everything was clean and well- cared for. The road up to the house was a bit of an adventure, but that just added to the fun. We will definitely be going again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery C.

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

Wonderful getaway

The cabin is quaint yet very spacious for larger groups. Mornings with the sunrise on the Black Mountains, and then sunsets sinking behind the mountains is breathtaking. There is plenty of activities locally to enjoy. With Ashville a short drive away the possibilities are endless. This is a great place to getaway and just relax for awhile. We'll definitely be coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

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

Wonderful Cabin in the Mountains

We absolutely loved this cabin. There was plenty of space, lots of books and games, and the location was exactly what we wanted. The views were amazing. We hope to travel back and take our kids there next time. This could be a tricky area in the winter if there is snow so keep that in mind. The whole cabin had such an amazing honey feeling. This would be a great experience for anyone looking in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Rocky road

The property itself would have been very accommodating. We however arrived on motorcycles and the drive which is about a mile and a quarter long to get to the property was not motorcycle friendly as described before we rented. We could hardly get to the property once we did, we were stranded there until morning. The owner was very accommodatin, she let us stay one night which we paid for along with the cleaning fees and we're still working with VRBO to get our taxes that were charged in full to us. Of course we were penalized for leaving early but we could never have made it out of the driveway and back everyday twice a day to do our motorcycle rides around the areas. If you have a four-wheel drive you could possibly manage the drive way. Unfortunately we were not able to manage on the 1.5 mile drive to get there due to the road being washed out and replaced with big heavy stones, too thick for the motorcycle to be able to maneuver safely.. Otherwise the property would have been nice for a group to vacation..
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra S.

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

Great trip!

Very peaceful and beautiful views. Loved the porch swings.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon W.

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

The perfect spot for a family!

This was a perfect place for family bonding time. Just far enough away to be alone and close to everything. We enjoyed the atmosphere immensely. We were able to cook together in the nice kitchen and use the grill to keep food costs down. The dining table was huge and we did a puzzle on it and ate outside on the deck though. Super cozy. All of the floors were well appointed and instructions were clear about everything. So many sleeping options helped make it easy for us to decide where everyone went, but honestly they were all good options. The basement was fun. The games were great! Not sure why anyone would watch much TV there, but we did snuggle up and watch a movie one night. I’ve seen some people say that the road is tough, but if you keep your car in low gear and obey the 8 mph speed limit, it’s a piece of cake. Cant speak for the winter, but snow is always crazy to drive on in the mountains.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colette M.

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

Little Switzerland

Very nice cabin,clean and spacious! The road to cabin was gravel and only one car at a time. We had no trouble but prayed often that we wouldn't meet another car! We loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keri P.

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

Serene spot

I’m very impressed with the cleanliness and appearance of the property. We were pleasantly surprised with the sleep number bed! Pool and foosball tables are a nice touch! Can’t say enough about the host. Wonderful communication as well as being very kind. You will not regret booking this cabin.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

richard a.

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

Relaxing place to be.

Very nice place. We have enjoyed the stay both times (2022 & 2024)
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie M.

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

Great escape

Awesome cabin; however for the older crowd maybe a hand rail for steps. Cabin was great and offered lots to do just at cabin from playing pool, reading books to enjoying a family movie. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

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

Amazing & peaceful cabin

Wonderful experience at this little slice of heaven. Lois was very helpful and easily reachable. The cabin far exceeded our expectations with every possible comfort. It's in a wonderful location if you’re looking to disconnect. Also close to endless hiking and outdoor activities we very much enjoyed. We will definitely be back 🙏❤️
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

William S.

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

Great location

Perfect location for access to our planned activities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Cameron T.

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

nice

Nice but difficult to get to.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam S.

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

Piece of Heaven

Spectacular view with comfy amenities and 3 floors of room to spread out. Had a great time!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

David S., Baltimore, Maryland

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

Mountain top respite

Beautiful home sitting high above Little Switzerland. Very comfortable, cozy for two but, with three floors, roomy enough for more. The lower was equipped with a kitchen, shower, beds and game room.Loved the gas fireplaces! Great open kitchen for preparing meals. Sunrise and sunset on the decks with cocktails, overlooking Mount Mitchel! Loved this home! Lois was available quick to respond for questions and assistance. She is a charm!! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Theresa D.

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

Amazing getaway

R Place was the perfect spot for our Smoky Mountain vacation. The views were breathtaking and loved the fact of it being secluded in a mountain setting. Was extremely clean and was stocked with everything we needed. We really enjoyed the book that Lois had available that told the story of how her family built the cabin . Lois was very responsive with any questions we had. Would love to stay here again and would highly recommend this quaint setting!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

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

absolute Heaven on Earth

My husband and I were looking for the natural beauty of the NC mountains, but with solitude away from other houses and traffic, etc. We got that and so much more! The house is wonderful! The view off the back porches is breathtaking. We could really tell that the owners had tried to prepare for their visitors. They had many "little" extras, like coffee filters, salt and pepper, extra blankets, a toaster. My husband loved the pool table in the basement! The one lane gravel road in is not for the faint of heart. My husband is used to this sort of road, so it is not a problem for us, but do be prepared, probably with an all-wheel, 4-wheel, etc. vehicle. We fell in love with this home and hope to come back to visit again, maybe bringing our family next time! Thanks for a wonderful visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

James H.

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

Reprieve from the Heat

The cabin was nice and clean with all the all you could need. It was just my wife and I but could easily sleep 6 to 8 and not feel crowded. We were searching for relief from the SC heat and the NC mountains fit the bill. The mornings and evenings were great on the deck looking at the high mountains in the near distance. The cabin was at 3800'.
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shirley W.

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

Awesome Vacation Place

I loved the cabin layout. It is great for family or friends. Plenty of room and privacy for all. Beautiful view of the Mountain. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gray w., Lake Placid FL

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

Nice place

Had a wonderful time Weather was great
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristina V.

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

Mountain Retreat

Beautiful cabin tucked away in sweet Little Switzerland! Great neighborhood and close to the Blue Ridge Parkway! House had everything we needed, great views, comfy beds, stocked kitchen and the jetted tub was amazing! Will always try and stay here on our visits to NC, wonderful place, thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

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

Great place great views

Loved the property and enjoyed the pool table.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samuel L.

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

Beautiful Place for a getaway

While we used this rental functionally - to house a disc golf team during a competition - the location and ambience make for an unbelievable stay. It is beautiful, relaxing, and met our every need including cost effectiveness. Highly recommended for whatever your vacation might require.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine J.

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

Birthday Getaway

We feel so lucky to have stumbled across this property. Check in was easy, the owner was responsive, the views were incredible, and the house had everything we needed and more. I would recommend making the trip with a four wheel drive vehicle because of the narrow gravel road up to the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

About the host

Hosted by Lois Carter

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This house is owned by Dan and sister Lois. We fell in love with Little Switzerland while traveling the Blue Ridge Parkway. We bought the property 20 years ago and finished this house in 2010. We harvested trees from the site and the family farm in West Virginia to make flooring and poplar paneling and cabinets. Both of us are retired teachers and enjoy our time in the mountains with our families.

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