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The Sapphire Retreat

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Nestled in the woods, The Sapphire Retreat offers a serene escape. Minutes from Sapphire Rec Center with pools, hot tubs, skiing and the lake; or explore Cashiers, Toxaway Highlands and numerous waterfalls hiking trails.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 4900 sq ft

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

Entire place

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

The Sapphire Retreat

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio
This smoke-free holiday home features laundry facilities, a garden and barbecues. The holiday home has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a patio. Guests can enjoy a fireplace, and other amenities include a kitchen with a fridge and an oven.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers fireplaces and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include baths or showers, bidets and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Smart televisions are featured in guestrooms.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

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

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please leave the thermostat on: in Winter; Heat: 55, or in Summer; A/C: 80
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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 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 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
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

Property is also known as

752183

About the area

Map
Sapphire, NC

What's nearby

  • Sapphire National Golf Club - 1 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Lake Glenville - 15 min drive - 13.4 km
  • Lake Jocassee - 30 min drive - 31.1 km
  • Lake Keowee - 39 min drive - 49.9 km
  • Western Carolina University - 42 min drive - 42.4 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Tavern @ High Hampton - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Fix - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Whiteside Brewing Company - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Buck's Coffee Cafe - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Slab Town Pizza - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Sapphire Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Sapphire Retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Sapphire Retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Sapphire Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Sapphire Retreat located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is steps from Nantahala National Forest and within 3 mi (5 km) of Sapphire National Golf Club and Sapphire Valley Ski Resort. Hogback Lake is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away.

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The Sapphire Retreat Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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9.0

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Elisa W.

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

Sapphire retreat

Great property! Nicely furnished. Well stocked with anything you need. Great communication with property manager. Highly recommended
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thank you for another great stay in your beautiful home. Foliage surrounding us that is starting to change. Well stocked kitchen if you like to cook. Manager is amazing as she responded to all our questions and needs.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sapphire Retreat is a small upscale property in a tranquil and very lovely area of Sapphire ; it is very tastefully decorated, comfortable and attractive living room furniture, superior quality of bathroom towels , toiletries and bedding ; the kitchen has everything needed to prepare not only a simple dinner for one, but surprise guests with a multi course delicious meal ; and to keep sofas , chairs and bedding as clean as one expects them to be , the wonderful host and manager , Holly Henry has provided special towels and sheets to use for one's pet ; I spent a delightful 3 weeks at Sapphire Retreat and I am looking forward to returning next year for a much longer stay.
Stayed 21 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank G.

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

Tv

Tv was hard to work
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023