Sweet Spot was a perfect fall getaway for my husband and me. It is so close to so many hiking trails and the BRP. It's comfortable and our pooch enjoyed it too.
Location is two miles away (a short drive) from the Mt Mitchell trailhead. We were able to do the big hike to the summit as well as several smaller hikes to waterfalls and a swim in the river, all within easy driving distance. Little Switzerland was about 30 minutes away, and a nice afternoon diversion.
The property was perfect for our Dadâs birthday getaway. There are so many great hikes nearby, you really donât need to go far to enjoy the mountains.
This house was wonderful. Being right next to the South Toe River was relaxing and the house itself was very comfy. Kitchen was nicely stocked and it was a great place to be.
Comfortable, no-frills but adequate. Nice to be able to hear the river. FYI, the entrance is challenging - steep driveway and steep steps to the door. This could be a problem for anyone with any mobility issues. We had an overhead light go out and the host/manager promptly sent someone to take care of it.
Our stay was great. The kitchen has all of the essentials and pretty nice cookware. The beds were comfy and we had WFI that worked perfectly. The driveway was super steep, lol! The dishwasher didnât work and there was a blow dryer that didnât work either. It was fine, however, we had the dishwasher fully loaded.
It was a great stay! I canât wait to come back!
We enjoyed spending Thanksgiving at this mountain retreat. We loved being able to hear the river from inside the house and the gorgeous views from the windows. Even though it was cold, we made good use of the deck seating area and the upper deck. I recommend the easy hike to the gorgeous waterfall nearby. The very steep driveway could be tricky if you have multiple cars to park and more information on the fireplace/heating system would have been nice. The master suite and bedding was nice, but the mattresses and sheets in the other room could use an upgrade. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay at âThe Sweet Spotâ and felt that it is a great place for the value.
We really liked the cottage and found the location and area great.
We really thought it would be a place we would like to return to! The cottage is perfect for us.
The two criticisms, it needs new bed in master desperately. Terrible mattress, old and stiff and creaky and the grill which looks like a full size in photos is so small it is not really usable.
The kitchen was well stocked as were towels.
Didn't supply but two rolls of TP.
Place was clean, airy, nice windows and outside
elevated patio was a treat! Replace the bed and grill and it is just perfect.
This house is in a good location for reaching amazing scenic views and access to fishing, golf, and a variety of waterfall hikes. The city of Marion is about 30 minutes down the mountain with good selection of grocery stores and restaurants.
The driveway is a very steep walk up to the house and so are the stairs to enter, so loading and unloading can be a challenge. The house has good space and a well-stocked kitchen. We did have to do some cleaning when we arrived, including changing the bed sheets. The owner did respond to this issue in a very positive manner.
Bring nose plugs and don't expect much communication from the property manager.
The listing makes it appear this property is on the creek. It is actually across the road. Not a bad view but like thinking you're getting oceanfront and then you find that you are across the street.
The place smelled awful of mildew. My wife slept the first night with a corona mask to stop the stench. I discovered that one strong source of the smell was the nightstands. So I pulled out the drawers and put them in the laundry room which helped. We also burned candles and turned the fans up and opened the windows, which helpd but didn't solve the problem. And, who wants to have to do that on vacation.
There was a full load on sheets and towel left in the dryer. My wife had to fold and put it all away. She was not pleased.
The master bedroom door takes your full body weight to shove open and closed.
With all of these negatives, if the property manager, Gary, would have been more responsive and sympathetic, we probably wouldn't be as disgruntled. We're actually very easy going. We typically stay at La Quinta's, not the Ritz. We are not high-demand, but this fell short and Gary really dropped the ball on communication.
The house has a ton of potential. Just need to do a little updating, fix that door, address the smell and it really would be "Sweet Spot."
Sweet Spot was minutes from numerous hikes including the Mt Mitchell trail. The internet was among the best weâve had which enabled us to work while away. Weâd happily stay again.
This is the second time we stayed at this house. It is in a great location and I especially loved mornings on the deck, listening the river. We did some hiking and fishing, and of course went into Barnsville for the bbq at Pig & Grits, and shopping at Something Special and Monkey Business. We'll be back!
This place was almost ideal for our family of 6. I gave everything a 5, but I gave it a 4 overall, because:
1) Bathroom doors get stuck. A little bit of shaving the wood on the door frames should fix that.
2) Main door inside handle needs to be fixed. When we got there, it was taped on, but the tape came off. It needs to be fixed or replaced for good.
3) Driveway is slippery when wet. Car slipped when going down it in reverse. Also, shoes without good rubber soles will also slip. We had to take our shoes off and go up barefoot. Wooden steps up to the house also slippery. Solution: put a rubberized mat on one side of the driveway leading up to the house, and on the stairs.
Other than that, the house is nice and had everything we needed.
Bart B.
Columbia, SC
We had a great time staying here! The kitchen is well equipped and the beds were very comfortable (especially the master bedroom). The location is great- we walked down to Roaring Fork falls to the right of the property and to the campground down the gravel road to the left. For very ambitious hikers, youâre also at the base of the Mt. Mitchell trail (weâre not that motivated though lol!) The neighborhood is very safe and people were very friendly. Each evening we walked through the community right across the street, itâs lovely. The house is only 3 easy miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway which is the best way to access nearby parks, hiking trails, & towns (Little Switzerland, etc.) The property was great for us, especially during the summer, but for people with toddlers or physical limitations the driveway hill and steps up to the door may be challenging (Iâd imagine especially so during months where icing may occur) but this is very typical for mountain homes and once youâre up and inside, everything is great! We appreciated the a/c during an especially hot day (works GREAT) The kitchen is well equipped and we cooked most meals in the home during our 10 day stay. Thank you for also being pet friendly, our little dog had a great time vacationing with us and itâs awesome to be able to take her with us!
Great Location For Exploring the Toe River and Black Mountains
For me it was the perfect home base to explore nearby waterfalls and to hike the high peaks of the Black Mountains. Clean and comfortable. Quiet and cool due to the higher elevation. It is a ways to the nearest grocery store so pack in your groceries. You have everything you need to prepare your own meals.
Really appreciated the location, nestled in Mt Pisgah National Forest. Excellent waterfall hikes nearby and the joy of the running river outside the cabin.