Looking for a secluded escape with outdoor adventure around every corner? Here at this 3-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom vacation rental nestled among the trees in Sapphire, you are sure to find just that! The spacious home is perched looking over the Horsepasture River, featuring 3 decks that are tastefully furnished and allow you to soak up the stunning scenery. After a long day of exploring nearby waterfalls and national forests, return home to get cozy by the fireplace and enjoy a movie night in!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Riverfront Decks | 2,500 Sq Ft | Air Conditioning

With the sounds of the river and the lush forest views as your backdrop, 'River Ridge Retreat' is a sun-filled home that's the perfect gathering point for your North Carolina mountain getaway with loved ones!

Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Additional Sleeping: Crib w/ Mattress

OUTDOOR LIVING: 3 decks (all 3 w/ river views), high-top outdoor dining table, rocking chairs, bistro lighting, gas grill, ample patio furniture, private river access for fly fishing (170 steps away), 2 kayaks (for Fairfield Lake)
INDOOR LIVING: High ceilings, interior river views (& relaxing sounds of the river rapids), open layout, large picture windows, ample natural light, stone fireplace, interior forest views, 3 flat-screen Smart TVs, live stream TV w/ 70+ channels, cable, loft w/ desk & living space, formal dining table
KITCHEN: Fully equipped, stainless steel appliances, granite counters, eat-in breakfast bar, KitchenAid mixer, drip coffee maker, full knife set, tea kettle, dishwasher, Crock-Pot, blender, spices, cooking basics, dishware & flatware, cookware, bakeware
GENERAL: Free high-speed WiFi, linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, washer/dryer, beach towels, first aid kit, trash bags, paper towels, hair dryer, booster chair
PARKING: Level gravel driveway (3 vehicles)
ADDITIONAL: This home comes with access to the Sapphire Valley amenities for a small additional fee of $2 per day, per person with a minimum of 3 days, paid on-site (children under 14 are free)

-- THE LOCATION --

GET OUTSIDE: Whisper Lake - swimming (walking distance), Fairfield Lake - kayaking & swimming (3.8 miles), Sapphire Valley Resort - golfing, lake access, skiing, tubing, swimming pools, and various other amenities (4.1 miles), Gorges State Park (6.1 miles), Lake Toxaway (8.3 miles), Southern Highlands Reserve (11.0 miles), Whitewater Equestrian Center (11.6 miles), Lake Glenville (13.5 miles)
HIKES + WATERFALLS: Panthertown Valley Trail & School House Falls (6.0 miles), Rainbow Falls & Turtleback Falls (6.8 miles), High Falls Trail Head (8.8 miles), Wilderness Falls (10.6 miles), Silver Run Falls Trailhead (11.0 miles), Frolictown Falls (11.3 miles), Whiteside Mountain Trail (12.1 miles), Whitewater Falls (13.3 miles), Pisgah National Forest & Looking Glass Falls (32.0 miles), DuPont State Forest (30.0 miles)
ATTRACTIONS: Whiteside Brewing Company (7.1 miles), Village of Cashiers - dining & shopping (7 miles), Highlands - dining & shopping (17 miles), Brevard - dining, shopping & music (23 miles), Biltmore Estate (57.0 miles), Asheville - dining & shopping (57.6 miles)
AIRPORT: Asheville Regional Airport (42.5 miles)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Photo ID may be required at check-in
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras, located at the front of the property and at the back deck, all facing outward. They do not look into interior spaces
- NOTE: This home comes with access to the Sapphire Valley amenities for a small additional fee of $2 per day, per person with a minimum of 3 days, paid on-site (children under 14 are free)