Skytop Retreat

Q: Is Skytop Retreat - Spectacular 50 mile Views! Pet friendly, hot tub, arcade pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

Q: Where is Skytop Retreat - Spectacular 50 mile Views! Pet friendly, hot tub, arcade located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Pisgah National Forest and within 9 miles (15 km) of Julian Price Park and Price Lake. Moses H. Cone Memorial Park and Linville Golf Club are also within 9 miles (15 km).

About the area

Located in Blowing Rock, this holiday home is in a rural area and near theme parks. Tweetsie Railroad is a popular area attraction and if an activity is on the agenda, Sugar Mountain Resort and Beech Mountain Resort are worth checking out. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Blowing Rock Auditorium or Holmes Convocation Center. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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8/10 Good

John B., Apex, NC

17 Jun 2023

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Skytop Retreat… amazing views

Fantastic property with unparalleled views. We had a very relaxing vacation. The property is close to Blowing Rock, but also at the gateway to Linville. We loved it.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

J.D. S.

29 Mar 2023

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Amazing house with amazing views!

Probably one of the most well appointed homes we’ve rented. Tough side road on the way to the house but 100% worth it. Rental company was efficient and great to work with. Highly recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura D., Spartanburg , SC

19 Sept 2022

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

Breathtaking Views

The property exceeded our expectations and the pictures do not do it justice. The views from every room were stunning. The house was exceptionally clean and stocked with anything you need. Four wheel drive is definitely a bonus since the road to the house is not paved. We will most certainly stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anna R.

26 Nov 2021

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Excellent stay in Blowing Rock

We had an excellent time at this property. It was gorgeous, spacious, super clean, cozy, and incredibly well appointed. Since we were traveling with a 2 year old, we’d hoped to do a fair amount of cooking in the home and we were beyond thrilled to see how well appointed the kitchen was - truly everything we needed was there! The views are breathtaking and the house is so comfortable and inviting. It is a little far out and kind of tough to get to (4wd is definitely a plus, the roads in the neighborhood are STEEP) but 20 min outside of BR and Linville made getting out and doing things fairly easy. We’d absolutely stay here again!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

18 Jan 2021

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Travel Crew Winter Vacay

This property was absolutely beautiful!! The pictures do not do it justice. The views from every room were incredible. The place was super clean and the kitchen had every kind of pot or pan or gadget you needed to cook pretty much anything. We would highly recommend this place if you have a large family. We were 5 couples and each couple had their own bedroom space and their own bathroom. The fireplaces were great and the heat worked very well! The house is also stocked with plenty of games even an arcade game. We had a great time in this house and we will definitely be back! Remember to make sure you have 4 wheel drive if you visit in winter. It was snowing quite a bit while we were there and we were glad we had the 4 wheel drive.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angie B.

17 Oct 2022

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Transformational Stay

The Skytop lodge is truly a magical place. I stayed there with 5 other women as part of a retail trading women's retreat and cannot even begin to explain the transformation that occurred. When you walk into the home you are greeted with a view that will literally take your breath away. The pictures just simply do not serve it justice. The house is perfectly equipped to host a gathering or retreat or family reunion. And there was a bonus trail close to the property that leads you down to 2 small waterfalls. That was such a nice surprise. The drive down into the property is a bit bumpy - and I understand the need for all wheel drive. Getting down is no problem, but you certainly need that AWD to kick in on the way up. The best part of the stay was the magical sunrises in the morning. I am sure this is in the description of the property, and I must have overlooked it. But to experience the sunrise over the blue ridge mountains, with the trickle of the stream in the background, the occasional bird song while sipping your coffee is just one of wonder. There were minor hiccups - ice maker did not work and the downstairs fireplace was not working during our stay. But the management company let us know and had a bag of ice for us. And we spent most our time on the main floor anyway, and that fireplace was wonderful. And the place is perfectly appointed and very clean. Needless to say, I will be back.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Robert C.

11 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

VERY Nice, With Exceptions

Skytop Retreat is a beautiful home with amazing views. And I would perhaps return. However, some caveats that future renters should know: As the listing says, bring a 4-wheel drive vehicle, with substantial well maintained tires, no low profile fancy wheels. Our door code did not work, really no big deal if the property management company would actually answer the phone - this one kind of put everyone in a sour mood since we were a two party separated arrival. Of note, the house, while overall fairly clean, could use a thorough dusting - many surfaces had dust and many dust bunnies were seen - as well as previous renter’s hair. Bring your own blankets, not every bedroom had one. Contrary to the description, the internet service was provided through Starlink - which was great. The fireplace in the main floor bedroom did not function. And lastly, at some point an unknown person entered the locked garage and removed the garbage from the cans. While we did appreciate the fact that garbage was removed, we ABSOLUTELY DID NOT appreciate having an unknown person - without our knowledge - enter what we thought was a secure space with our vehicles and personal belongings. That’s how bad things happen folks - a knock at the door or a call should be mandatory before anyone ever enters a property. Aside from that, future renters, enjoy your time at Skytop Retreat. It is overall pleasant and very nice.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Seth W.

16 Aug 2022

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

Amazing home, incomparable views, don't risk not having a 4WD. We will miss this home!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Becky B.

4 May 2022

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Lovely Place - Little Slice of Heaven

the house was beautiful and comfortable and the views can not be put in words.. just have to be there.

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather S., Myrtle Beach, SC

29 Jan 2022

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wonderful!

We had a great visit in this gorgeous house! the views are amazing

Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022

8/10 Good

Brian W.

24 Jan 2022

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Ski weekend

Good experience overall. Distances to ski slopes on listing are not accurate. Actually 50 minutes to Beech.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

13 Dec 2021

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Great!

As advertised. Clean. Beautiful.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daniel O.

18 Sept 2021

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Million Dollar View

Trying not to repeat the other reviewers, the views out of every room in this house are spectacular. It really is four bedrooms BUT each with its own bath which is what makes it! The kitchen is well equipped, the house was immaculate and well cared for, relatively new build! The warning of having an AWD or 4WD vehicle is understandable but none of us had any problem with our front wheel drive vehicles. You are going DOWN to the house rather than up! There is a GREAT hiking trail right close by. We will be rebooking for next year. A great find and at a very reasonable price!

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lori S.

8 Mar 2021

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Husband 60 Bday

Family met from different locations everything went so well the place was wonderfully equipped very clean and comfortable amazing views perfect for 10 people!! Will definitely stay again and recommend to friends!! Thanks for everything!! Lori

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lora R.

26 Feb 2021

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

Long weekend retreat

We had a lovely long weekend. Kitchen is well stocked. The kids loved the game room. Beautiful views.

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

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Skytop Retreat - Spectacular 50 mile Views! Pet friendly, hot tub, arcade Reviews

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8/10 Good

John B., Apex, NC

Skytop Retreat… amazing views

John B.

10/10 Excellent

J.D. S.

Amazing house with amazing views!

J.D. S.

10/10 Excellent

Laura D., Spartanburg , SC

Breathtaking Views

Laura D.

10/10 Excellent

Anna R.

Excellent stay in Blowing Rock

Anna R.

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

Travel Crew Winter Vacay

Kim L.

10/10 Excellent

Angie B.

Transformational Stay

Angie B.

8/10 Good

Robert C.

VERY Nice, With Exceptions

Robert C.