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2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
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9.4

Exceptional

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71700 sq ft

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Little Switzerland, NC
  • Popular LocationEmerald Village5 min drive
  • Popular LocationTable Rock Trail13 min drive
  • Popular LocationPenland School of Crafts23 min drive
  • AirportAsheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)79 min drive

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10/10 Excellent

Wonderful place for a quiet weekend!
Dave
Mar 2, 2024

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Mountain Getaway, Very Private on 10 Acres with Panoramic View

Right off the Blue Ridge Parkway, one of America's most beautiful scenic routes is your own private mountain getaway. Enjoy the spectacular view of the Blue Ridge mountains while relaxing in the 6 person hot tub on the deck (open year-round).

Tucked away in your own hollow of 10 acres, there is cleared land for badminton, volleyball, croquet, barbecue and hiking. And in the winter months, hot tubbing and riding a tube or sled down a hill in the snow. Of course there is nearby skiing (Banner Elk).

Fine dining is less than 1 mile away. The Biltmore House, America's premier castle is 40 minutes away in Asheville, NC. Linville Caverns are 30 minutes away via the Parkway. 2 hour drive from Charlotte and 40 minutes from Boone. Golfing and hiking easily accessible.

We call our mountain getaway in Little Switzerland the 'Rieke Retreat'. It has been in the family since 1970. It used to be an old homestead for the 'McKinney family' starting in the 1920's.

What is 'LSD'? 'LSD' means Little Switzerland Downtown. It is only nine-tenths of a mile from our house. In the non-winter months, the New Book Exchange is the highlight. Here you can relax on a sofa in front of a big fireplace, sip coffee or wine and get lost in the book of your choice (I forgot the classical music in the background). Hungry? Go next door to the Little Switzerland Café and have the best Trout BLT in the world followed by apple pie and ice cream! Need a bottle of wine and some cheese for later on? Go through the doors to the Little Switzerland General store and they have quite a selection. You have entered another world. And you are not dreaming.

In the non-winter months, Grassy Creek Golf course is a public course only 10 minutes away in Spruce Pine. Mount Mitchell Golf Course is about 20 minutes away and is under the largest mountain East of the Mississippi River - Mt. Mitchell. It is well-established and famous for its layout and views.

In the winter months (Dec., Jan., Feb., March) there is great North Carolina skiing only 40 minutes away. Main resorts are Sugar Mountain, Beech Mountain and others near Blowing Rock and Banner Elk. Many people stay at our house to rest and hot tub after a long day day of skiing nearby. Keep in mind we are at 3500 elevation and it snows often. (Our driveway is not steep, don't worry).

Other Activities: Gem Mining

In the summer, the best organized whitewater rafting which is closest to the Rieke Retreat is the Nolichucky River about 45 minutes from the house in Erwin, Tennessee. Little Switzerland is the perfect place to train for bicycling. You can start at the Little Switzerland entrance to the Blue Ridge Parkway and try to 'Assault on Mt. Mitchell' which is about 33 miles.

Property manager

Peter

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Music library
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Gym on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,700 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite 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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Mountain Getaway Very Private on 10 Acres With Panoramic View

About the neighborhood

Spruce Pine

Located in Spruce Pine, this vacation home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Emerald Village and Historic Carson House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Pisgah National Forest and Roaring Fork Waterfalls. Traveling with kids? Consider Woodys Chair Shop, or check out an event or a game at The Orchard at Altapass. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, snowboarding, and skiing, and don't miss out on the sledding.
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What's nearby

  • Emerald Village - 5 min drive
  • The Orchard at Altapass - 13 min drive
  • Table Rock Trail - 13 min drive
  • Hawksbill Mountain Trail - 13 min drive
  • Penland School of Crafts - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Western Sizzlin - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Live Oak Gastropub - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪City Drive-In - ‬16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mountain Getaway, Very Private on 10 Acres with Panoramic View pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Mountain Getaway, Very Private on 10 Acres with Panoramic View?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mountain Getaway, Very Private on 10 Acres with Panoramic View?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Mountain Getaway, Very Private on 10 Acres with Panoramic View located?

This family-friendly Spruce Pine vacation home is located in the mountains, 2.6 mi (4.1 km) from Emerald Village, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Pisgah National Forest and Museum of North Carolina Minerals. Woodys Chair Shop and Grassy Creek Golf and Country Club are also within 9 mi (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place for a quiet weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tasha C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot for a quiet escape
This was such a fantastic stay for us! We did arrive at night which made for a bit of an experience driving to the house, but we arrived easy enough with the detailed instructions. The house was well prepared and we had no problems keeping warm. The views are absolutely stunning! We got to experience rain, snow, and sunshine and had lots of fun running around the yard. Would love to come back and see it all in the summertime. Thanks for a great trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spectacular View & Comfy Home
Loved our stay at Reike Retreat. Secluded and serene. Perfect spot for a peaceful getaway. You cannot beat the view of the mountains at any time of day.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lianet F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful views
The cabin is perfectly located. Getting there is a little difficult but if you follow the landord's directions there shouldn't be any problem finding the cabin (Google Map sent us to another place). There is a huge fresh market and a Starbucks about 15 minutes from the cabin. The view of the deck is exactly what you see in the photos. The landscape is beautiful. On the last day of our stay we ran out of water in the cabin, it seems there was a breakdown. Other than that the experience was perfect. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing retreat
Beautiful views, relaxing cabin, my wife and I had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect weekend away!
My boyfriend and I just stayed here for the weekend and absolutely loved it! The views were incredible, very private, the home was beautiful and very warm and cozy. Comfy beds and good water pressure too. If you stay here, you HAVE to try the Mexican place by the Walmart and definitely try the salsa there, it’s fantastic! Overall, this is the perfect mountain getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kris S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing view
We really like bringing our family to this property. There’s plenty of room for the kids to play around snd the view is amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Weekend getaway
We had a great weekend here celebrating our one year anniversary. Had a hard time opening the hot tub but Peter called me immediately to walk me through it. Great view on the deck, loved being secluded and away from everyone for a while.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

TAMMY, BROWNSVILLE

Traveled with group
Liked: Amenities
The property is very isolated, which is exactly what we were looking for. What I wasn’t counting on or crickets in the bathrooms. In the bathtub were crickets and in the middle of the night while you’re using the toilet, crickets jumping around, and only two wash clothes per bathroom, multiple towels but no wash clothes. All In all it was pretty nice but the dining room’s air conditioner was held up by a stool that was bolted to the deck outside, The deck also felt a little spongy around the hot tub, so we opted to not use that. Old wiring, a lot of area to use your chargers but some of the stuff really need it updated as far as wiring goes. The owner gives you a 20 page book on his rules and what is expected of you and things to do and see around the place which was nice , I could’ve done without the book of rules, most houses have standard roles, and that’s how it goes, but it was so detailed, it read like a novel. However beautiful the view was from this house, if I ever come back to this area, I will probably look elsewhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the place
Property was great. Other reviews were correct, road was treacherous getting to house (glad we did not try it in the dark. View was awesome, house was very nice for an older dwelling. Owners must have had issues with people in the past hence the huge amount of rules, reasonable people will have no issues. Really great experience for my family & I.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul L., Lakeville

Liked: Cleanliness
Love the beautiful blue Ridge Blue Ridge mountains
Comfortable rustic cabin with stunning view of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Location near little Switzerland was ideal. Able to get groceries in Spruce Pine a few miles away. GPS on phones saved our bacon! Privacy was so nice. Loved our time there.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Doesn't get much better than this ❤️ Sunrise is incredible, views are unbelievable, location is the most private
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy E., Davidson, NC, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay, solitude, and views
My partner and I were taking a 3-day weekend to "get away". We had a lovely stay, enjoying the hot tub, views, and natural surroundings. The quiet and solitude were just what we needed. The cabin is unique and cozy. We would love to come back again in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben S., Mankato, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Great relaxing getaway
House had everything our crew of 4 needed to relax and getaway. The hot tub & view was perfect after hiking in the blue ridge mountains. Proximity to the parkway was great, we were able to run into Spruce Pine and pickup what we needed for our stay. Only regret is that we didn't have more time here.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tami N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful scenery and perfect location
Great views, peaceful setting, great house and loved the hot tub. Perfect place to enjoy and relax or hub for local exploration. We loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leanne L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serenity
If you are looking for peace and serenity, this is the place. very quiet, still with lots to do (badminton, bon fire, horseshoes, hot tub etc). Close to anything you might need. Don't let the printed instructions worry you, they are very helpful. I liked all the instructions as there was lots of local information included also. Plenty of room, no musty, old odor. Clean, quiet, beautiful vistas. Just a wonderful place! I can see how driving there in the dark the first time would be a little scary, so try to get there during daylight hours. And then enjoy!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Getaway
Can't beat the view!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fine to Stay
It's worth it
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Reike stay
Very good weekend and great location. Little difficult locating, so make sure to read the directions and best to arrive while you still have daylight but once there, the seclusion and location more than make up for any difficulty in getting there.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great mountain getaway!
We were pleasantly surprised when entered the property, it was very nice and cozy, it had everything we needed for our stay. The view was amazing, and the short communications I had with the owner were timely and helpful. Definitely pay close attention to the given instructions and there should be no issues. We would absolutely love to come back next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Laura F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great View
The owners took great care in making sure there were plenty of supplies for everything--from towels to extra lightbulbs. I can't imagine getting to the property in winter because it's such a long, narrow mountain road--but we did not have that problem. I do think the owner's tone in response to online renter concerns could be less contemptuous. That was off-putting to me. The owner gave good directions about how to locate the property, and we did locate it fine, but the area could easily be confusing to people who have never been there, and one does not have to be an idiot to get confused or lost around there. Some of the instructions in the 19-pages of rules and guidelines had that same kind of hostile tone. But we had a nice stay: the view is great, beautiful area. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Whitney D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place
Everything is just as expected but the view was magical. The hot tub allowed for relaxing stargazing after a long hike to the falls. We look forward to staying again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shannon M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing anniversary trip
Tranquil, unique property. Beautiful views and great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kris S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning views
This cabin is awesome the views were amazing. The kids loved playing all over the large property. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

Liked: Cleanliness
AMAZING
Easy to rent, perfect directions, beautiful view!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022