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

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire cabin

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6102 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Glenville, NC
  • Place, Sapphire Valley Ski Resort
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Chattooga River
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, The Village Green
    ‪9 min drive‬

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About the area

Glenville

Located in Glenville, this cabin is in the mountains, a 1-minute drive from Nantahala National Forest and 9 minutes from Sapphire Valley Ski Resort. .This cabin is 20.6 mi (33.1 km) from Western Carolina University and 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Signal Ridge Marina.

What's nearby

  • Sapphire Valley Ski Resort - 7 min drive - 4.8 km
  • Chattooga River - 9 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Cashiers Farmers Market - 9 min drive - 7.1 km
  • The Village Green - 9 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Lake Glenville - 10 min drive - 7.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Tavern @ High Hampton - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Fix - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Local - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Wildcat Cliffs Country Club - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Whiteside Brewing Company - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

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 a private 4 acre lot, with fur-friendly 1 BR/1.5 Bath loft cabin (750 SF) & detached 1 BR/.5 bath guest yurt.
Only 10 minutes from Cashiers, Lake Glenville & Panthertown Valley. 20 minutes to Highlands. 1 hour from Asheville and The Biltmore.
Sleeps 2 to 6 people very comfortably. Great for single person, couple (s) and kids. Large front porch with outdoor dining/seating, along with a picnic table on the lawn. HUGE 1-acre fenced yard for large & small dogs! They will enjoy their best vacation EVER! Outside has a charcoal grill and wood burning fire pit.

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 and king bed. Sleeping for 2 downstairs on chaise lounger.
DirecTV satellite TV, Wi-Fi, Amazon, and Netflix. Wood burning stove, gas heat, electric heat & A/C units. Kitchen with fridge, stove, oven, microwave, small appliances, dishware, glasses, cookware & all basic utensils. W&D, full modern bath w/large walk-in shower.

Guest yurt (350 SF of a trendy, modern, insulated, circular wood-framed structure with canvas and lattice walls/ceilings; on a wood foundation) is only 100 feet away from main cabin.
The yurt has full kitchenette with fridge, stove, sink, & small appliances. Ductless HVAC system, queen bed, reclining love seat, and single cot, chair/ottoman, TV w/ built-in DVD Player/DirecTV & Wi-Fi. 1/2 bath, wood floor, surrounding windows and operable skylight. Front deck with fantastic mountain views. 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 4 acre, private, 4000 foot elevation with level lawn areas (bocce ball court & corn-hole) and fenced in yard!
Just relax 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 are within a 30 minute drive. Lake Glenville (highest elevation lake east of Mississippi) has pontoon and kayaks rentals in warm weather. Whiteside Mountain has an excellent, cliff-top view, hiking loop with 700' high cliff walls. Whitewater Falls is the 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, are both within 20 minutes of the property.

When you rent our place, with a rare, gem of a view, you get the entire property to yourselves! Sit on the adirondack chairs and enjoy a cocktail with a million dollar view, or roast some smores and enjoy the best stargazing ever!
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cabin, which features a fireplace. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a DVD player is provided for your entertainment.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as charcoal grills.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cabin: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Charcoal grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 3 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is fine outdoors

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

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Welcome to Rovers Retreat

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 146 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 146 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 146 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 146 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 146 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lissa M., Athens AL

Liked: Cleanliness
Host was great on communication. House and yurt was very clean and well stocked. The view from their cabin is beautiful sunrise spectacular. Will definitely stay here again if in the area. Highly recommend. Great for a dog to stay while on vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the fully fenced in yard. It was perfect for our two dogs but not our small dog. The yurt was an interesting experience for my boys they loved it and loved having their own little space.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

William D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Property is in a great location, both close to things yet remote. Couldnt see or hear neighbors for most part. My family loved the outdoor space and i appreciated that it was fenced in. My dog enjoyed roaming and laying by the fire.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kim was great to work with and we loved staying at her property. The yard and view are amazing! Our two dogs enjoyed the yard and it was safe for them to explore. My daughter loved the swing! Great location to explore the NC mountains and go for a hike. We look forward to coming back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney H.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had wonderful and relaxing time at Rover’s Retreat Oct 5-9. We loved how cozy the cabin was and our girls (11 and 14) enjoyed staying in the yurt! The location was great and the views were beautiful! Our dog,Piper, loved being able to roam freely around the fenced in property and check everything out! Kim, the owner was very responsive and communication was excellent! Some of our favorite adventures were Whiteside Mountain, Dry Falls, Cullasaja Falls, Whitewater Falls, High Falls which we hiked from the lower entrance, and Silver Run Falls! We enjoyed the pizza from Slab Town and loved the food and vibe at Happ’s place in Glenville. Our favorite coffee stop was at Outpost Inn in Highlands. We played some family corn hole that was available at the cabin, and the girls loved the swing! We look forward to coming back and exploring and relaxing more!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M., Monroe

Liked: Cleanliness
Our retreat was Awesome! The most restful vacation I’ve ever taken. Our 2 pups enjoyed their freedom on the property and chasing resident wildlife. Squirrels mostly (white ones too) ! Wonderful, comfortable , well equipped cabin with Beautiful long range, mountain ridge to valley views looking toward E/SE. The owner was very friendly, courteous , informative, communicative and responsive. No issue with booking or our stay . Plenty of outdoor activities nearby for those seeking mountain adventure, nature, culture, history, relaxation, etc. “Rovers Retreat” it’s a wonderful place to hang your leash…..
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt P., Greenville, SC USA

Liked: Cleanliness
What a great experience -- we enjoyed the cabin and yurt, and the property is very serene and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Super clean cabin! We had a wonderful time. Very quaint and private! We will definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
We LOVED our weekend getaway at Rover's Retreat!! Our pups made full use of all of the smells within the large, fenced outdoor area. The home itself was clean and cozy with all the big touches (fully supplied kitchen, washer/dryer, quality linens/bedding) and small touches (bug screen on the door so we could enjoy the cool mountain air while cooking and letting our pups roam outside, traction strips on the wood stairs, providing a flashlight and dry firewood) to make our stay perfect. We were close to multiple points of interest while also having utter peace and seclusion. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob M.

Liked: Cleanliness
We really enjoyed our stay at Rovers Retreat. Everything was as advertised and it was exactly what we were looking for. The views were amazing, the beds were extremely comfortable, and our pup loved being able to roam the property. We hope to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

mikhail s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was amazing. Comfortable place. The surroundings are amazing. Great area for the pups to play.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent! Wonderful mountain cabin! Beautiful grounds and view. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stellar views. Relaxed environment. We came home reinvigorated. Our English Setter “Biscuit” gave it two big paws up!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham G., Mt Pleasant

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a great stay at this property. Everything is as advertised and the communication with the owner, Kim, was fantastic. The location, views, outdoor space and size of shower were all top notch. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, very communicative host. We all loved it and highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mountain Majesty!

What an Amazing property with a magnificent view! Close to town but far enough away to feel secluded. Our dog loved being able to run completely free around the property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful, private stay in the mountains!

I cannot recommend Rovers Retreat enough!! The cabin was perfect, very cute, with very comfortable amenities and everything that we needed for our stay. The property is absolutely beautiful with an incredible view right out the front door. We loved sitting at the picnic table, in the Adirondack chairs, and around the fire pit. My kids loved the hammock and swing, too. There are so many great places to hike and explore nearby - definitely recommend Rainbow Falls. The owner was just wonderful, very communicative, kind, and helpful! Our dogs had the best time ever and we're so happy to come along! The fenced in property gave them plenty of room to roam. You won't regret staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randi P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlene F.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Lena J.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Larry O.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

8/10 Good

Kristen W.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Mary M., Tallahassee Fl

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Walter P., Charleston SC

Liked: Cleanliness

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

Paige C., Athens, GA

Liked: Cleanliness

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