Title: Luxury Home - The Retreat House - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca

[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=105553209&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false)

Entire home

# Luxury Home - The Retreat House

Vacation home in Balsam Grove with kitchen and balcony

## Photo gallery for Luxury Home - The Retreat House

![Smart TV, fireplace, table tennis - Luxury Home - The Retreat House (Balsam Grove)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105560000/105553300/105553209/d099e050.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit)

![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Luxury Home - The Retreat House (Balsam Grove)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105560000/105553300/105553209/aab09021.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![Interior - Luxury Home - The Retreat House (Balsam Grove)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105560000/105553300/105553209/8cc4cb86.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![Terrace/patio - Luxury Home - The Retreat House (Balsam Grove)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105560000/105553300/105553209/ca0bf2ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

![Exterior - Luxury Home - The Retreat House (Balsam Grove)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105560000/105553300/105553209/bf927a35.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

At The Retreat at Valley Bear Farms, immerse yourself in 150 acres of natural beauty. Enjoy the epitome of luxury with contemporary design and refined comfort, perfect for an elegantly adventurous escape. Begin your day on the private front deck taking in panoramic views or unwind with a soak in the hot tub under starry skies.

### Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 62000 sq ft

## Popular amenities

- Hot tub
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
- Air conditioning
- Parking available

## Add dates for prices

Check-in

Check-out

Travellers

## About this property

### Entire place

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

### Luxury Home - The Retreat House

Where luxury rises above the resort.  
  
Perched high on the resort landscape, The Retreat House is the crown jewel of Valley Bear Farms—a private, pet-free sanctuary where elevated design meets sweeping views of the Pisgah wilderness.  
  
This three-bedroom modern lodge was crafted for those who crave both serenity and sophistication. The primary king suite offers an ensuite bath and direct access to a private deck—ideal for slow coffee mornings or starlit evenings. Two beautifully appointed queen bedrooms share a separate full bath, each styled with understated elegance and intentional comfort.  
The heart of the home lives on the second level, where a chef’s kitchen with state-of-the-art appliances opens to panoramic vistas of our 150-acre resort and farm. Downstairs, a sleek wet bar and cozy lounge area invite connection and celebration. A spacious mudroom and laundry area ensure your stay is as effortless as it is indulgent.  
  
Outside, the living is just as intentional. A private hot tub, open-air fireplace, and two expansive decks offer multiple ways to soak in the mountain air, the silence, and the sense of peace that comes from being fully surrounded by wild beauty.  
  
The Retreat House isn’t just a place to stay—it’s a perspective shift, a breath of fresh air, and a luxurious retreat into nature’s most elevated expression.  
  
For your safety, there are exterior security camera all around the outside of the home and a Ring doorbell camera at the 2 front entrances. These cameras monitor only the outside area, not inside the home.  
  
All Valley Bear Farms’ accommodations offer full access to resort amenities such as wood-burning sauna, disc golf course, pickleball courts, private hiking trails, creek-fed pond and much, much more.

## Property amenities

### Pool/Spa

- Hot tub

### Internet

- Available in the house: WiFi

### Parking and transportation

- Electric car charging station on site
- Car required
- Parking on site

### Kitchen

- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop

### Bedrooms

- 3 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided

### Bathroom

- 2.5 bathrooms
- Bidet
- Hair dryer
- Shower

### Living spaces

- Fireplace
- Living room
- Separate dining area

### Entertainment

- Smart TV

### Outdoor areas

- Balcony
- Barbecue grill

### Laundry

- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine

### Comfort

- Air conditioning
- Heating

### Pets

- No pets allowed

### Suitability/Accessibility

- Gravel flooring in public areas
- Smoking not allowed

### Services and conveniences

- Iron/ironing board

### Location highlights

- In the mountains

### Things to do

- Table tennis
- Birdwatching nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Mountain climbing nearby
- Swimming 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)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher

### General

- Electric car charging station
- Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
- Property located in a resort
- Recycling
- Unit size: 2,000 square feet

## Similar properties

![Comfort House, 4 Bedrooms, Non Smoking, Courtyard View | Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119730000/119723100/119723084/9c0e20d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Wildrest Hotel

Waynesville

- Parking included
- Free WiFi
- Microwave
- Extra beds/cribs

10

Exceptional

4 reviews

CA $116

CA $167 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=119723084&PinnedHotelID=119723084&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=-1&adults=2)

![Wren | Dining room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104040000/104032400/104032353/6afed2d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Springdale Resort

Canton

- Pool
- Hot tub
- Kitchen
- Washer

10

Exceptional

17 reviews

[](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-06&endDate=2026-01-07&selected=104032353&PinnedHotelID=104032353&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=-1&adults=2)

## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 21 

### Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 not allowed

### 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

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 and a first aid kit

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

### We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

### Property is also known as

7451

## About the area

![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.22212%2C-82.92654&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=fSgSNVyudDWgLvyNDcie-NAdXqw=)

Balsam Grove, NC

#### What's nearby

- Tuckasegee River \- 18 min drive \- 12.4 km
- Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute \- 18 min drive \- 15.7 km
- Wolf Creek Lake \- 18 min drive \- 12.8 km
- Gorges State Park \- 28 min drive \- 30.4 km
- Lake Toxaway \- 30 min drive \- 28.8 km

#### Getting around

- Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 61 min drive

#### Restaurants

- ‪Lakeside Dining Room - ‬43 min drive
- ‪Jonie's - ‬9 min drive
- ‪The Restaurant at The Greystone Inn - ‬43 min drive
- ‪Smoke Rise Field Club - ‬25 min drive
- ‪Moonshine Country Club - ‬9 min drive

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Luxury Home - The Retreat House pet-friendly?

### How much is parking?

### What time is check-in at Luxury Home - The Retreat House?

### What time is check-out at Luxury Home - The Retreat House?

### Where is Luxury Home - The Retreat House located?

## Have a question?

Beta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Ask a question

## Luxury Home - The Retreat House Reviews

## Expedia's Latest Trends

### Hotels

> [The Trail in Adams - Berkshires’ Art Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Adams-Hotels-Topia-Inn-An-Organic-Oasis.h12259511.Hotel-Information)
> 
> [Isla Bella Beach Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Marathon-Hotels-Isla-Bella-Beach-Resort-Spa.h24101706.Hotel-Information)
> 
> [The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-The-Westin-Desert-Willow-Villas.h3304313.Hotel-Information)
> 
> [Hyatt Vacation Club at Desert Oasis](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Welk-Resorts-Palm-Springs.h1140793.Hotel-Information)
> 
> [Riviera Resort Palm Springs](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Margaritaville-Resort-Palm-Springs.h26011.Hotel-Information)
> 
> [Harrah’s Laughlin - A Caesars Rewards Destination](https://www.expedia.ca/Laughlin-Hotels-Harrahs-Laughlin-Hotel-Casino.h43310.Hotel-Information)
> 
> [Bavarian Inn of Frankenmuth](https://www.expedia.ca/Saginaw-Hotels-Bavarian-Inn-Of-Frankenmuth.h9809515.Hotel-Information)
> 
> [Tulalip Resort Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Everett-Hotels-Tulalip-Resort-Casino.h2161524.Hotel-Information)
> 
> [The Breakers Palm Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Beach-Hotels-The-Breakers-Palm-Beach.h8479.Hotel-Information)
> 
> [Hilton Waikoloa Village](https://www.expedia.ca/Waikoloa-Hotels-Hilton-Waikoloa-Village.h19640.Hotel-Information)
> 
> [Angel Of The Winds Casino Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Everett-Hotels-Angel-Of-The-Winds-Casino-Resort.h9689970.Hotel-Information)
> 
> [Akwesasne Mohawk Casino Resort and Players Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Hogansburg-Hotels-Akwesasne-Mohawk-Casino-Resort.h6009138.Hotel-Information)
> 
> [Semiahmoo Resort Golf & Spa, Trademark Collection by Wyndham](https://www.expedia.ca/Bellingham-Hotels-Semiahmoo-Resort-Golf-Spa.h13986.Hotel-Information)
> 
> [Fairmont Orchid](https://www.expedia.ca/Kamuela-Hotels-Fairmont-Orchid.h25190.Hotel-Information)
> 
> [Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination](https://www.expedia.ca/Cherokee-Hotels-Harrahs-Cherokee-Casino-Resort.h13319510.Hotel-Information)
> 
> [JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-JW-Marriott-Desert-Springs-Resort-Spa.h17123.Hotel-Information)
> 
> [The Tipsy Pelican- The Best Place To Relax! Books Saturday to Saturday.](https://www.expedia.ca/Avon-Hotels-The-Tipsy-Pelican-The-Best-Place-To-Relax.h51102862.Hotel-Information)
> 
> [Alpine Village Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Boone-Hotels-Alpine-Village-Inn.h9278686.Hotel-Information)
> 
> [Marriott's Shadow Ridge I-The Villages](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Marriotts-Shadow-Ridge.h853695.Hotel-Information)
> 
> [Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Wilmington-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Resort-Wrightsville-Beach.h15394.Hotel-Information)
> 
> [Shooting Star Casino & Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Thief-River-Falls-Hotels-Shooting-Star-Casino-Hotel.h28874246.Hotel-Information)
> 
> [Canad Inns Destination Center Grand Forks](https://www.expedia.ca/Grand-Forks-Hotels-Canad-Inns-Destination-Center-Grand-Forks.h1713856.Hotel-Information)
> 
> [C'mon Inn Hotel & Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Grand-Forks-Hotels-Cmon-Inn-Hotel-Suites.h1510580.Hotel-Information)
> 
> [Six Flags Great Escape Lodge & Indoor Waterpark](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-George-Hotels-Six-Flags-Lodge-Indoor-Waterpark.h1385446.Hotel-Information)
> 
> [Darien Lake Lodge on the Lake ](https://www.expedia.ca/Corfu-Hotels-Darien-Lake-Lodge-On-The-Lake.h13279584.Hotel-Information)
> 
> [Hilton Grand Vacations Club Kings’ Land Waikoloa](https://www.expedia.ca/Waikoloa-Hotels-Kings-Land-By-Hilton-Grand-Vacations.h2303745.Hotel-Information)
> 
> [The Brook at Turning Stone Resort Casino](https://www.expedia.ca/Utica-Hotels-Turning-Stone-Resort-And-Casino.h1684407.Hotel-Information)