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Sapphire, NC / Burlingame

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Betsy's Mountain Hideaway is a three story house on a large wooded lot
Living Room with wood burning fireplace
Interior
Living area
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 11

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Sapphire, NC
  • Hogback Lake
    4 min drive
  • Gorges State Park
    5 min drive
  • Whisper Lake
    6 min drive
  • Pickens, SC (LQK-Pickens County)
    67 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Sapphire, NC / Burlingame

Perfect vacation spot for nature-lovers, hikers, or golfers making their vacation memories. This beautiful mountain home has been the gathering place for family vacations for many years. The house is newly renovated with a well equipped kitchen, large screen porch, fireplace and Brazilian hard woods throughout the first floor. The master and a full bath are also on the first floor. Upstairs there are 4 bedrooms (3 queen, 1 crib, and bunk room with 3 twins). Each bedroom has a private entrance to the two upstairs baths. Other features include a basement recreation room with ping pong table, media room with a 60 inch smart tv & blu ray. Plenty of room to accommodate up to 11 people comfortably. Sapphire is centrally located near some of the most beautiful waterfalls and hiking trails in NC. Also, nearby is a beautiful riverside playground open to residents and a lovely dog park by the river. If you are looking for a delightful vacation Betsy’s mountain hideaway awaits your arrival.

Property manager

Bob and Mary Barret Farnsworth

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
There is a pet fee. $100.00-

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
All trash must be bagged and taken to outside trash bins.Pickup is Tuesday and Friday. It will be picked up from the garage.
No parking on Upper Whitewater Rd. All cars must be in the driveway.
No loud music at Miller's Field Park or the dog park across the street.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Sapphire

Located in Sapphire, this holiday home is in the mountains. Sapphire National Golf Club and Silver Run Falls Trailhead are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Nantahala National Forest and Gorges State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Cashiers Farmers Market and Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute.
Map
Sapphire, NC

What's nearby

  • Hogback Lake - 4 min drive
  • Gorges State Park - 5 min drive
  • Whisper Lake - 6 min drive
  • Sapphire National Golf Club - 9 min drive
  • Lake Toxaway - 10 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mica's Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Osteria Del Monte - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Library Kitchen & Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Villa Amato - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪SlopeSide Tavern - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sapphire, NC / Burlingame pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Sapphire, NC / Burlingame?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sapphire, NC / Burlingame?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sapphire, NC / Burlingame located?

This family-friendly Sapphire holiday home is located in the mountains, within 2 mi (3 km) of Nantahala National Forest and Whisper Lake. Gorges State Park and Hogback Lake are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

SANDI S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Burlingame house
Nice big house for large gatherings. Needs some updating .. Overall enjoyable stay .
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

shelly s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great mountain location!
We throughly enjoyed our stay. The large open living area was perfect for our extended family and small children to visit and play. We enjoyed the firepit ever night and loved that the quality firewood was delivered in advance of our visit. We held ping pong tournaments and watched movies in the theater room! The location was perfect for day trips to Cashiers and Brevard and we drove to nearby hiking in Gorges State Park. The park and waterfall down the street was perfect for the kids and the dogs loved the dog park! Wonderful vacation home!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randall C., Tampa

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location - very large house
Excellent location - easy in easy out. Very big house with big screened in patio. Owner great communication with any questions we had
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Christmas
The house has a great layout for a large group/family. The owners were very accessible and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Page H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Burlingame
We had a really nice stay. Is sweet and comfortable and the television worked great. The beds were extremely comfortable and the bedding was nice too In the kitchen as well appointed with everything we needed. I loved all the pictures of this beautiful family made us feel like they were sharing a piece of their home with us
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

CYNTHIA P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect quiet hideaway!
Very comfortable and spacious, with a very cozy feeling
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth D., Shreveport, LA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for our family
Very spacious, loved the big porch under the trees. About a 1/2 mile walk to the park/ playground, river, and waterfall. Had everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Whitner K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house, wonderful week!
We were a multi-generational family group (ages 18 months to 71) and absolutely loved our stay! The house was well set-up for our group, everyone had a comfortable bed, and the kitchen/dining room set-up was perfect. We LOVED the walk down to the playground and river access so close to the house. Our pups loved the dog park and its very easy access to the river as well! All in all, a wonderful week - this is a very comfortable house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Teri S., Johns Creek Ga

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family reunion
Good house for families with children.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angela N., Smyrna

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location-easy access to hiking!
Great for family get together! Well stocked with all the conveniences.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patsy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent family vacation house!
We loved our vacation at this rental! It is set up perfectly for large families or friends to enjoy! Very clean and plenty of towels and linens! Just have to not take showers all at once. Will definitely be visiting here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

erin s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great House for Hanging
We really had a great time, house was clean and spacious and had everything we needed for 3 families with toddlers to move around comfortably!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lakina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was amazing. I believe that it’s better in person. I’m very well pleased.
Renting the property was a simple and smooth process.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ann W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for family getaway!
We enjoyed our stay at this home. It was very spacious and well equipped. Terrific for a large family. Loved the screened back porch and how the house is secluded. Wonderful relaxing vacation.

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great mountain getaway
Host was super friendly and helpful! She provided a list of must dos and hiking trails when we asked. Property is extremely close to everything!! We had an amazing time, had no idea such beauty right across the SC border. Home was amazing, extremely private. Great layout and plenty of space for a large group. We had two families and dogs and had room to spare. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Will H., Cary, NC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Close to all the amenities that Burlingame Country Club has to offer. My only criticism is that a half bath on the first floor or in the basement would be great. Otherwise, this property has a great "homely" feel to it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Emily D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect long weekend in the mountains
The property is perfect for a family. The house is clean and there are so many bedrooms! Our boys enjoyed exploring the property and walking to the swimming hole. The adults enjoyed the screened porch! Bob, Gal and Mary were very quickly to respond to any problems we had. We would highly recommend a stay at Betsy’s Mountain House!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

2/10 Terrible

Laura H.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Rundown and Dirty
I am very surprised by all the good reviews of this listing. The condition of the house is very rundown both inside and out and it was absolutely filthy. Items were kept from previous guests including used soaps and if you can believe it, underwear from previous guests. The garbage disposal broke while we were there due to DIY electrical work in the kitchen. This was verified by the electrician who came to fix the problem. In 20 years, this was the second worst rental we've ever stayed in and we travel a lot. If your tolerance for yuck is high and you don't mind DIY electrical work, this is the place for you. If you want to rent a nice house in Burlingame, we suggest you contact their property association for reputable owners. They were very helpful. The club is awesome too and you can apply for a temporary membership for one week up to I think a month.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Eben M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cabin
Absolutely no complaints. Great location and plenty of room
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael L., Hilton Head SC, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our “Hurri-Cation” getaway
Despite having to evacuate Hilton Head island for the last hurricane, we enjoyed staying at this home in The Burlingame community of Sapphire NC. It was clean, comfortable and with 5 bedrooms, our family of 4 adults, 2 children and 2 dogs had enough space to relax and play. Many thanks to the gracious owners for letting us use their home!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Charmaine P., Lexington, KY

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family mountain getaway
My husband and I treated our children, their spouses and our 4 grandchildren to a long weekend in the Cashier's area. This home was absolutely perfect for our family of 10. Each couple had a bedroom and the 4 grandchildren split between the extra 2 bedrooms. The home was welcoming, comfortable, clean, and spacious. There was space for everyone to spread out as needed. The kitchen was VERY well stocked. We could all sit together at the dining room table or spread out onto the lovely screened-in porch. We built a fire in the firepit the last night and told stories and had a Bingo tournament. It was so cozy! We were centrally located to experience MANY hikes and waterfalls. The owners were very accessible prior to our trip to answer questions and responded in a timely manner. I would highly recommend this home for a family gathering!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Clayton I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great time with friends. Great place for visiting.Loved the porch. plenty of room.
Could not have picked a better place to stay with 7 guys playing golf at Burlingame CC. Forth year in the area. Best place we have had.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Happy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mountain getaway
The home was ideal for a larger group. The screened in porch off the back of the house was the best!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Madeline K.

Mountain house for a group
We loved this home! It was great for a large group in town for a wedding. We all had plenty of room!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Joseph N.

Weekend Stay
Excellent time, home is in great shape, very comfortable and roomy.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

About the host

Hosted by Bob and Mary Barret Farnsworth

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Two brothers and their families who love this area of the Noth Carolina mountains.

Why they chose this property

Our mother (Betsy) built this house in 1988. Our family has been vacationing in the area since the 60's. This area and house feel like home to our families. Hope you love it as much as we do!

What makes this property unique

Large home in a great neighborhood. Activities for all ages and interests. Great basement and porch to keep vacationers occupied on rainy afternoons.

Languages:

English
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