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Blue Iris Retreat by Carolina Mornings | Hot Tub & Kayaking +Biltmore Pass 🚣‍♂️

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Blue Iris Retreat
South Toe River Access
Roast Marshmallows at the Fire Pit w/ Friends & Family
Relax in the Hot Tub after a Day of Adventuring
Your Luxurious Mountain Vacation Awaits

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 14317.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Burnsville, NC
  • Table Rock Trail
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Emerald Village
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Mount Mitchell
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom Four

2 Double Beds and 2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom One

1 King Bed

Bedroom Three

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom Two

1 Queen Bed

Living Area

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom Five

Bathroom Four

Bathroom One

Bathroom Three

Bathroom Two

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Blue Iris Retreat by Carolina Mornings | Hot Tub & Kayaking +Biltmore Pass 🚣‍♂️

Blue Iris Retreat is a Dog-Friendly Property - we love our furry friends! If you'll be bringing your dog(s) with you, please note that this home allows a maximum of 2 dogs per reservation. The pet fee for this home is $150 per dog, and this may not reflect properly for 2-dog stay quotes. For verification purposes, please note during checkout how many dogs you intend to bring, and thank you!

Jump right into your mountain vacation at Blue Iris Retreat! Let the sound of the rushing river transport you to a magical mountain paradise that's well-equipped with amenities galore. This Burnsville luxury lodge is awe-inspiring in its design, featuring contemporary architecture coupled with comfortable decor that was selected with family enjoyment in mind.

Situated on the South Toe River less than an hour north of Asheville, Blue Iris Retreat offers your group the opportunity to live large. Discover the gourmet kitchen with two ovens and a wine fridge, the main bath's unique deep soaking tub, and the outdoor living space with a built-in grill and a screened deck. This spacious home has three levels of living space so everyone can spread out. Getting a good night's rest is assured at Blue Iris Retreat with the sound of the rushing river to lull you to sleep. Enjoy easy access to the main bedroom suite, or two bedrooms on the upper level. The lower level is a dream come true for kids of all ages with a huge rec room with ping pong and foosball tables, plus a bunk room with enough built-in twin beds for the whole troop. Year-round river access is a delight for those who like to discover! It's just steps down to enter the cool water for fishing, swimming, kayaking, and tubing. Privacy is yours to savor on the five-acre property. If you love dogs as much as we do, the best news about Blue Iris Retreat is that they can come too! This Asheville vacation rental is located in Burnsville and is approximately 50 minutes to downtown Asheville.


• 3 Story Home
• 4 Bedrooms: 1 King, 2 Queen, 1 Qss, 2 Double, 2 Twins Beds
• Main Level: Main Bedroom One - 1 King Bed, Ensuite Bath with Soaking Tub; Half Bath
• Upper Level: Bedroom Two - 1 Queen Bed; Shared Full Bath; Bedroom Three - 1 Queen Bed
• Lower Level: Bedroom Four - 2 Full Beds, 4 Twin Beds (Bunk Beds); Shared Shower Bath; Half Bath
• Lower Level: Queen Sleeper Sofa


Important Property Note
• VIP: Please be aware that you must complete a liability waiver to stay at this property. If this form is not completed within 24 hours of the Vacation Rental Addendum being signed, your reservation shall be canceled, thank you.
• 4WD/AWD Required in Winter: During the winter months (Nov. 1st - Mar 31st) and inclement weather, a 4WD/AWD vehicle is required to access this property. Please ensure your vehicle has sufficient clearance (i.e. SUV, Truck, or raised sedan). Low-clearance vehicles with 4WD/AWD are not recommended.
• Travel Insurance Recommended
During the winter months we ask you to please consider CSA Travel Insurance to protect your vacation investment from potential winter weather events that could prevent access to the home.
• Firewood is not provided for guest use. If you plan on using the indoor fireplace, you'll need to bring firewood with you.


This Is a Pet-Friendly Property -- Please Read this Important Information!
We love our furry friends! If you'll be bringing your dog(s) with you, use the "Personal Message" box when making your reservation to tell us how many (max. 2 dogs) and their weight.
• There is a non-refundable pet fee of $150 per dog (plus taxes) 2 dogs max.
• Note that the pet fee will not be included in your total rental amount. Your payment is due directly to Carolina Mornings Vacation Rentals.
• A Vacation Coordinator from Carolina Mornings Vacation Rentals will contact you within 72 hours of acceptance of your booking to collect the pet fee.
• Failure to pay the pet fee may result in cancellation of your reservation.
• The pet fee is required; undeclared pets are subject to a penalty fine per the rental agreement terms.
• The pet policies for this vacation rental, which can be found on the last page of your rental agreement, should be reviewed PRIOR TO BOOKING.
Thanks!


Each reservation staying 28 days or less includes our exclusive Mountain Discovery Pass, which includes one Biltmore Estate pass, in addition to a ticket for other seasonal attractions that are sure to delight and entertain! This special offer is only available with Carolina Mornings, and is our special gift to you during your stay. (Ticket(s) must be used during your stay. Terms apply, please inquire for more information.)


This reservation includes a non-refundable damage waiver policy. If you would prefer to use a refundable security deposit, please contact our office to provide a check for the security deposit and we will refund the damage waiver. Thank you!


CAROLINA MORNINGS, INC. IS A NORTH CAROLINA CORPORATION IN THE BUSINESS OF REAL ESTATE BROKERAGE, AND DOING BUSINESS AS CAROLINA MORNINGS, LICENSE #11216.

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Carolina Mornings
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Burnsville

Located in Burnsville, this cabin is in a rural area and on a river. Young's Mountain Music and Parkway Playhouse are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Parkway Flea & Farmers Market and Bakersville Main Street Market. Travelling with kids? Consider Mountainside Wine and Emerald Village. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Burnsville, NC

What's nearby

  • Penland School of Crafts - 15 min drive - 14.7 km
  • Table Rock Trail - 17 min drive - 18.2 km
  • Emerald Village - 17 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Mount Mitchell State Park - 47 min drive - 36.3 km
  • Mount Mitchell - 48 min drive - 45.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Switzerland Cafe & General Store - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Switzerland Cafe & General Store - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Chalet Restaurant - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪Switzerland Cafe and General Store - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Blue Iris Retreat by Carolina Mornings | Hot Tub & Kayaking +Biltmore Pass 🚣‍♂️ pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Blue Iris Retreat by Carolina Mornings | Hot Tub & Kayaking +Biltmore Pass 🚣‍♂️?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Blue Iris Retreat by Carolina Mornings | Hot Tub & Kayaking +Biltmore Pass 🚣‍♂️?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Blue Iris Retreat by Carolina Mornings | Hot Tub & Kayaking +Biltmore Pass 🚣‍♂️ located?

Located on a river, this family-friendly cabin is within 9 mi (15 km) of Pisgah National Forest, Young's Mountain Music and Penland School of Crafts. Mountainside Wine and Emerald Village are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen C.

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

Slice of heaven

Spacious, clean home nestled in a serene river valley at the base of the highest mountain east of the Mississippi. The house is comfortable enough to never want to leave, but convenient enough to so many fun things to do, you have to venture out. Ramble down the hill to kayak, fish or swim. A quick 20 minute deive to an easy hike in to a waterfall (roaring fork) with the kids. Both Biltmore and Grandfather are within an hour making for easy day trip outings.And Emerald
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley T.

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

Beautiful Home

We absolutely loved this house. Being able to walk down to the river was incredible. We spent a lot of afternoons fishing and spending time in the water. They even have tubes you can use! The large deck was great for grilling out after some time in the sun. The sleep number bed was also perfect for getting a great nights rest. I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eric S.

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

Weekend get away

Home was great and the river was a blast. Would love to come back again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

greg b.

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

summer on south toe

Excellent house - plenty of room for all. The balconies/patios are beautiful with views of the forest and you can see the river (and hear it). We loved the river - were down there every day. My dad, who is 80, was able to get down there....but it was not easy for him - it's pretty steep. The grill outside is awesome and permanently hooked to gas line (so no running out of gas). The kitchen is very nice and well stocked. Has 2 dishwashers (but one can't open fully because it hits the fridge). Would recommend and stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victor H.

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

Great stay by the river.

I really enjoyed the peace in the house. It was a great location. Amazing amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis C., Myrtle Beach, SC, USA

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

Wonderful Cabin and easy to get to

Great 4 days spent with two families. Kiddos loved the bunk room and all that the cabin had to offer. Check in and check out was super easy and house is great.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Cara Nina G.

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

Would stay again!

Overall this worked well for our large group and we had a wonderful time! A few things we didn’t expect: dog poop on the grounds around the house which we cleaned up on arrival, lower level shower regularly turned ice cold during use, the sleeper sofa on the lower level was broken and “not for guest use” but the house is beautiful and clean and well-stocked. Maintenance was very responsive with communication. We loved the river and the hot tub and the bunk room and of course the kids wanted to live there forever!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly H.

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

great space for multi-family

this was an excellent space for us, 3 families coming together - floor plan perfect (everybody had their own floor), huge table for dinners & family game nights, river is amazing with lots of amenities (kayaks, tubes, life jackets) - kids spent hours down on the river. Kitchen was well stocked and location'/view was amazing. great family vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Nancy B.

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

Location, location, location

Home is beautiful … property on Toe River amazing !!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sheri H.

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

Birthday celebration 🎉

We enjoyed celebrating my birthday with family and friends. The house was perfect for everyone. We enjoyed the game room downstairs, the big kitchen and the deck with amazing views. We saw turkeys, eagles, woodpeckers and hawks! Perfect weekend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sharen P.

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

Ultimate Relaxation Spot!

My family and I had the most enjoyable and relaxing vacation ever! Every amenity is provided and the river access and views are unbelievable! We will definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Teresa J.

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

Beautiful House

Loved our stay here! Had a girls weekend and had plenty of beds and bathrooms for everyone. Beautiful steps that lead down to the river with a cute fire pit on the way down. The hot tub was great as well! Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

tim v., Apopka, FL

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

Great cabin at a great location

The property was very nice being on the river. The cabin was spacious with all the essentials.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

caroline p.

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

Great place

Beautiful home on the river. So peaceful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alec B.

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

Wonderful Week

Property is amazing will come back next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristen N.

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

Relaxing

This house is absolutely perfect. Our very large family had plenty of room to play and roam. It's situated at a lovely spot on the river and was well stocked for the kids to have loads of fun on the water. The house is very well stocked with everything a guest might need, impeccably decorated, and so comfortable we didn't want to leave. If we are back in the area we will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn P.

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

Amazing

Another amazing stay at Estatoe Oasis! This is a truly lovely home and location. Home is perfectly laid out for families to enjoy together and alone time. Property is peaceful and perfect for a family who loves outdoors. This was our second booking here and we look forward to the next one! Thank you for sharing your little slice of heaven.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

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

Our favorite house so far!

This house was beautiful. We love the river and the swimming was great right behind the house. The kitchen is fully stocked, all beds and furniture were so comfortable. The deck was perfect!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia P.

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

Serene Stay Near Spruce Pine

We had a wonderful relaxing stay at Estatoe Oasis with family and friends. The property had everything we could have wanted. Sitting on the huge deck and watching the South Toe River was so peaceful. It was close enough to the Blue Ridge Parkway and gem mining to be convenient. We would definitely stay here again and recommend it to our friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patrick F.

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

Very nice stay!

This house may have been the nicest house I have ever stayed in! Good hiking trails close by. Burnsville had everything we needed. We had a great time in the river. A great thing about this area is that it doesn’t get hot. I would not advise tubing the river now, water level was too low. Bring your water shoes.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jesse E.

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

Great house for river activities

This place was like home away from home just loved it
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jay B.

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

Best Family River Vacation

We had the most wonderful time. The house was beautiful and had more than we expected of everything. There was plenty of space inside and out to eat as a family. The kitchen was spacious. The bedrooms were comfortable. The bathrooms were large and unique. Sharon communicated with us and took care of any questions we had. Our family loved the area and the river. We built fires in the pit, had smores, fished, kayaked, tubed, creek walked, swam, caught minnows, and sat around the fire. We loved the house, the deck, the river, and the location. We went to Mount Mitchell, Emerald Gem Mine, and Crabtree Falls. It was such a wonderful week. We definitely want to return. Thank you so much!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Maria H.

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

Amazing Property

The mountain home and property grounds are beautifully kept! The home has all of the essentials...and so much more. There was plenty of space for our family of 13 (7 adults and 6 children). We particularly enjoyed the covered outdoor patio deck during morning coffee and early evening happy hours. We had such a great time and would love to rent again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kenni B., Charlotte

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

Mountain getaway

Wonderful trip. Sharon was very attentive to all of our questions. Beautiful home! Attention to every detail is apparent. Will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

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

R and R

Beautiful house in a beautiful location!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

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