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Welcome to Rovers Retreat - Very Private 4 Acre Fenced Pet Friendly Property

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Exterior
Cabin Front Porch w/ Outdoor Dining & Firewood for Fire Pit
Property grounds
View in Summer

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Glenville, NC
  • Cashiers Farmers Market
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Lake Glenville
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Old Edwards Club
    ‪21 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Futon

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Welcome to Rovers Retreat - Very Private 4 Acre Fenced Pet Friendly Property

Big view cabin and yurt!! Spectacular panoramic mountain view residence, situated at an elevation of 4000 FEET. on private 4 acres with fur-friendly 1 BR/1.5 Bath loft cabin (750 SF) & detached 1 BR/.5 Bath guest yurt studio (350 SF). Only 10 minutes from Cashiers, Lake Glenville & Panthertown Valley. Sleeps 2 to 6 people very comfortably. Great for single person, couple (s) and kids. Large front porch with outdoor dining / seating and a HUGE 1 acre fenced yard (installed in Winter 2019) for large & small dogs. Outside has a charcoal grill and wood burning fire pit (firewood available at site).

1 BR loft cabin with 1.5 bath, open floor plan on main level with LR, full kitchen & full bath. 2nd floor master bedroom loft with 1/2 bath has king bed, also pull out cot. Sleeping for 2 downstairs on collapsable chaise lounger. Directv, satellite TV, WiFi, & Netflix movies. Wood burning fireplace with glass door, gas stove heat, electric heat & A/C unit. Kitchen comes with fridge, stove, oven, microwave, small appliances, dishware, glasses, cookware & all basic utensils. W&D, full modern bath w/large walk-in shower, and leather seating for 6 (sofa, chair, & chaise lounge sofa).

Guest yurt studio (350 SF trendy, modern, insulated, circular wood-framed structure with canvas walls/ceilings with lattice walls, on wood foundation) is only 100 feet away from main cabin.
The guest yurt studio has full kitchenette with fridge, stove, sink, small appliances. Ductless HVAC system, queen bed, love seat, and single cot, chair & ottoman, TV w/ built-in DVD Player/Directv & WiFi. 1/2 bath, wood floor, lots of daylight with surround windows and operable skylight, and front deck with fantastic mountain view. Note: Bathroom in winter will be winterized (water off) if temps below 32 degrees outside in the yurt.

The best amenity of this property is the 3 acre, private, 4000-foot elevation with level lawn areas (bocce ball court & cornhole) to relax on and enjoy the great panoramic views of Sapphire Valley and the amazing granite rock faces of the mountains. Located only 5 minutes from Panthertown Valley, aka "the Yosemite of the east" (6700-acre paradise for mountain biking, backpacking, trout fishing, clear swimming holes with beaches & hiking), more than 20 of the finest waterfalls within 30 minutes, Lake Glenville (highest elevation lake east of Mississippi), Whiteside Mountain (excellent cliff-top view hiking loop with 700' high cliff walls), Whitewater Falls (highest waterfall east of the Rockies that plunges a staggering 411 feet) and Gorges State Park, aka "Gorgeous" due to its unique waterfalls, rugged river gorges, sheer rock cliffs, and awesome plant life.

Property manager

Brad & Kim Pickerel
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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: dogs (limit 3 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is fine outdoors

Important information

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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

About the area

Glenville

Located in Glenville, this cabin is in the mountains. Sapphire Valley Ski Resort and Signal Ridge Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Cashiers Farmers Market and Highlands Biological Station. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain climbing.
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Glenville, NC

What's nearby

  • Sapphire Valley Ski Resort - 9 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Cashiers Farmers Market - 13 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Chattooga River - 13 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Lake Glenville - 17 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Old Edwards Club - 21 min drive - 15.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Cornucopia Restaurant - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Ugly Dog Public House - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Whiteside Brewing Company - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Orchard - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Bucks Coffee Cafe of Cashiers - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Welcome to Rovers Retreat - Very Private 4 Acre Fenced Pet Friendly Property pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).

What time is check-in at Welcome to Rovers Retreat - Very Private 4 Acre Fenced Pet Friendly Property?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Welcome to Rovers Retreat - Very Private 4 Acre Fenced Pet Friendly Property?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Welcome to Rovers Retreat - Very Private 4 Acre Fenced Pet Friendly Property located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is steps from Nantahala National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Sapphire Valley Ski Resort and Signal Ridge Marina. Cashiers Farmers Market and The Village Green are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lena J.

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

Rover's Retreat Getaway

Adorable cabin, so well built and perfectly designed. The landscape is absolutely gorgeous and perfect for dogs to roam safely! The host is great as well. We very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana S.

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

Great stay with the puppers

We really enjoyed our stay. Love all of the dog themes. Beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kristen W.

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

Beautiful view!

We enjoyed our stay in this cabin. The view is beautiful! Had a couple of minor issues but the owner was very responsive to help get it corrected. So many great hikes in the area and the cabin was dog friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Memorial Day

The property is just as advertised. Wonderful views and perfect if you are traveling with a dog.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

chris m.

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

Great view great dog yard

As advertised
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison B.

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

Peaceful retreat with amazing views

We adored our stay at Rover's Retreat and would recommend this place to anyone with dogs looking for a relaxing stay in the mountains. We loved it and would love to come back again one day!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paige C.

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

Love Rover's Retreat!!!

This is such a peaceful place to visit with dogs. The view is amazing, the house and yurt are small but perfectly laid out and equipped. Our dogs LOVED the yard. We loved the location and easy access to hiking, restaurants, a couple of cute towns, and mountain lakes. We absolutely plan to return next summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Austin G.

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

Fantastic

Great spot for my wife and I - we will revisit this property for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracey M.

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

Gorgeous view

As always a great stay. Love love love the views and the fenced yard. And the cabin has everything one needs for a great get away thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Heaven on Mountain Top

Our stay was 10/10. The cabin is adorable and very comfortable. The view is magnificent. Such a pleasure to sit outside by the fire pit and watch the moon rise over the mountains. A huge plus for us was the entire property being fenced. This allowed our hounds to run and sniff freely. We have already booked another stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlene F.

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

Perfect Retreat

This was the perfect retreat for us and for our dogs after the hurricane in Asheville. Kim knew we did not have water and were looking for a break for a couple of days to take showers and to do laundry. She was incredibly responsive and thoughtful. The property was amazing, allowing us a break while allowing our dogs to roam. Just what we needed and they absolutely loved it. We could not have chosen a better location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken B.

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

Cosy Cabin

Our stay was amazing! Cabin was so clean and homey with everything you would need. The view was spectacular and the wonderful fire just made each nite magical. The yard is completely fenced so no fur baby worries. We will return.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

meagan f.

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

Wonderful view

The view is stunning.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Aaron C., Spartanburg, SC

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

Wonderful Getaway

Clean property and accurate listing. Yurt is fun! Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Walter P.

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

Up from Charleston

Setting spectacular. Everything needed for stay. Inside very well done and layout of cabin excellent. Quiet. Great for our 2 retrievers. Owners responsive and very reasonable to work with. Wish we could have stayed another week. Cl
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

craig w.

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

Million Dollar View

Cool and dry air at 4,000 ft was a respite from where we live. Quiet and peaceful, we enjoyed looking at the views every day. One suggestion, would be to change the lock on basement door.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

kelly h.

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

Fabulous

Lovely property! Views, great location, fenced yard for dogs, and a wonderful, well stocked little house and Yurt. Great communication from owners. We will book again. Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle N.

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

Great Getaway

We had such a great time staying at the Rovers Retreat! It's exactly what anyone can want in a place to stay in the mountains. The views from the front yard are amazing and a great backdrop to do some reading or enjoy a spot by the fire. Kim and Brad are great hosts and made sure we had everything we needed. I would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam S.

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

As advertised

Enjoyed
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris P.

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

Rejuvenating

This was one of the most relaxing vacations my family has ever taken. We had plans to go see the sites, but this cabin was soooo peaceful that we just picked up food at the local markets and enjoyed bonding all weekend with the beautiful view. Great way to just relax!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danon L.

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

A weekend away at Rover's Retreat

We had a great stay at the place. Great location for exploring Cashiers and Sapphire. Communication with the owner was easy and always helpful. Really nice to have the fenced in space for dogs. The view from the property was amazing in the morning and evening. The cabin was nicely equipped and very warm and welcoming. We'd definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry O.

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

AMAZING EXPERIENCE

Where to start.... First of all this property is one of a kind and exceeds the description and pictures. The hosts were extremely helpful and made us feel like family. Given the recent devastation of Hurricane Helene we were concerned about traveling but Kim and Brad were communicative and helped to put all our fears at ease. The cabin is extremely clean, grounds well maintained, and the amenities unmatched. Our 3 year old Shepadoodle had the time of his life, as did we! We are already thinking about our next trip and you should too!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

anita w.

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

10 out of 10

Loved every thing about this property. Location, owners, well stocked and THE VIEW!! Nothing can compare.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leanna G.

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

Peaceful retreat!

Peaceful and secluded, just what my husband & I wanted for our anniversary getaway! We felt right at home as soon as we arrived. Everything was perfect, even down to the book selection! Our German Shepherd loved the fenced in yard. Can’t say enough good things about our stay at Rovers Retreat! It was one of our most favorite vacations, can’t wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

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

Incredible location!

The phots and description does not do this place justice. It was well stocked and very clean. It is a simple cabin that has been created to allow for total relaxation. Has a lovely firepit with chairs to relax qnd enjoy the mountain view. Even if it rains the chairs on the porch make it perfect to curl up and listen. Our 1 year old pup absolutely loved being able to run and play and chase down her ball or Frisby.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

About the host

Hosted by Brad & Kim Pickerel

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This property has been in the family for over 40 years and we have converted it to rental property for others to enjoy. We live 2 hours away in Georgia and use the property a few times a year to escape the rat race of metro Atlanta. My father purchased the property in the 1970's, started a real estate company, and lived in Cashiers for 45 years. He is now retired to SC and are we are part owners of the property. The original house burned down in 2005; we kept the land and converted the remaining detached garage into a loft cabin in 2010. We plan to keep the property in the family name for years to come.

Why they chose this property

My father wanted acreage with privacy/big view but close to Cashiers for work and golf.

What makes this property unique

Spectacular, sweeping long-range views, 3-acre knob with level lot. Very private, no other homes in site. All the comforts of home in a setting of natural beauty unlike any other. The yurt was added years later as second bedroom studio after the original cabin was built. The yurt was chosen as something unique to the outdoor experience. This "living in the round" unit is world class manufacturing with high quality durability and designed to withstand the harshest environments by RAINIERYURTS in Washington State. Structural safety, tension cables, foundation, roof fabric, wind (withstand 95 to 105 m.p.h), snow loads, fallen trees, animal attacks, protection from the elements, fire, mold & mildew, radiant heat barrier insulation for walls and environmental friendly were the main components in design.

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