• Blue Ridge Parkway – 15 min: Iconic drive with epic views and trail access
• NC Highway 215 – 20 min: Waterfalls & winding mountain scenery

• Waterrock Knob – 25 min: Sunrise/sunset overlook 🌅

• Graveyard Fields – 35 min: Waterfalls & loop trails 🌊

• Devil’s Courthouse – 30 min: Panoramic summit views 🏞️

• Little Cataloochee Trail – 30 min: Elk sightings & historic cabins 🦌

• Boogerman Trail – 50 min: Old-growth forest 🌲

• Downtown Waynesville – 20 min: Boutiques, galleries, dining, and festivals
• Barber Orchards – 15 min: Fresh produce, baked goods & local cider
• Folkmoot Festival (July) – 20 min: International music & dance celebration

📜 Rental Agreement & Guest Verification

▪️ All guests must electronically sign a short rental agreement and provide gov’t ID before check-in. This confirms that local laws, occupancy limits, and community guidelines are understood and agreed upon ✅

▪️ Reservations without a signed agreement may be canceled in accordance with policy

▪️ Only the person who made the reservation can sign the agreement and complete guest verification for accuracy and security 🔒

🔞 Minimum Age Requirement

▪️ Guests must be 21 years or older to book. Reservations by anyone under 21 will be canceled without refund

🐾 No Pets

▪️ To maintain cleanliness and comfort, this home is strictly pet-free ❌🐶🐱

▪️ Violations may result in a $500 fine and/or immediate termination of stay without refund ⚠️

🧾 Guest Responsibility

▪️ Guests are responsible for any damaged or missing items, with replacement costs + 15% service fee applied if necessary 💸

🌬️ Mountain Weather & Property Care

▪️ High winds and mountain weather can occur quickly — please secure outdoor furniture and hot tub covers when not in use

♨️ Hot Tub Note

▪️ Professionally serviced and sanitized after every stay

▪️ May not be fully heated on arrival, but will reach temperature shortly thereafter

We love pets, but to maintain the highest standards of cleanliness and comfort for all guests, our home is strictly an animal-free zone. No pets or animals of any kind are allowed inside the property at any time.

Failure to comply with this rule may result in additional cleaning fees and/or immediate termination of your stay without a refund.

FYI for potential high winds all outdoor furniture and hot tub covers needs to be secured.

Because our hot tub is serviced and cleaned after every guest, we do not guarantee the hot tub will be at temperature upon arrival.

streamlined systems for hosts who want light support.

Thank you for choosing WNC Winter Retreat! Please review these key rules before booking — by reserving, you agree to all house rules and to sign our rental agreement, as required by local and state regulations.

📄 Rental Agreement

All guests must electronically sign our Rental Agreement sent via our Property Management System (PMS) within 5 days of booking (or within 24 hours for last-minute reservations).

Reservations without a signed agreement will be canceled in accordance with policy.

👤 Guest Requirements

• Minimum booking age: 21+
• No parties or events — quiet enjoyment only
• Maximum occupancy: 12 guests (includes visitors)

🐾 Pets & Smoking

• No pets or animals — $500 violation fee and immediate termination may apply
• No smoking or vaping anywhere on the property — $300 fee

🛁 Hot Tub

• Professionally cleaned between stays — may not be at full temp on arrival
• No children under 5 or pregnant guests allowed in hot tub
• Supervise all children under 15
• No glass, soaps, or oils in the water
• Excessive cleaning or debris may result in a $250–$500 fee

🔥 Fireplace & Firepit

• Never leave unattended or burn foreign materials

🚗 Parking & Access

• Gravel parking for up to 4 vehicles
• AWD or 4WD recommended in winter

🧹 Check-In / Check-Out

• Check-in: 4:00 PM | Check-out: 11:00 AM
• Optional late checkout may be available (fee applies)
• Late departures without notice may incur extra charges

⚠️ General Policies

• Septic system — toilet paper only
• No feeding animals or wildlife
• Stay on designated trails; no entry to pasture
• Mountain weather and wildlife are part of the authentic Smoky Mountain experience — refunds are not provided for natural conditions