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Come relax at Duck Pond Mountain Retreat w/stream & pond on 9 acres

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Property grounds
Ducks on the pond
Log Dining Table
Master bedroom with queen log bed
Stream on property next to hammock

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71012 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Marion, NC
  • Emerald Village
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Table Rock Trail
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Linville Caverns
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

3 Twin Beds

Living Room

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Come relax at Duck Pond Mountain Retreat w/stream & pond on 9 acres

Come unwind in the mountains while fishing in the pond, relaxing in the hammock next to the stream, sitting on the front porch or hiking on the 9 acres. Privacy and serenity is what you will find on your getaway in this comfortable home set 1/4 mile off the main road. The house is 15 minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway and Little Switzerland, 20 minutes from downtown Spruce Pine or Marion, 45 minutes from Black Mountain and an hour out of Asheville.

Master bedroom has a queen log bed and it's own full spacious bathroom. The second bedroom sleeps 3 with a twin log bunk bed and a twin single log bed. If more sleeping space is needed the living room has a log futon. There is a mud room with a washing machine and dryer. Kitchen has everything you should need except food. The dining room can seat up to 6. There is also a small table (seats 2) on the porch and a picnic table outside by the stream with a charcoal grill. Build a fire in the fire pit and make s'mores. Play ladder toss in the back yard or just sit and relax and take in the nature all around you.

Home is 1,016 sq ft. Plenty of room for you and your family but close enough in the open floor plan to spend time together.

Property is located off of 226A which is the Diamondback Motorcycle and Sportscar Route. The Diamondback, NC's 226A is loaded with switchbacks looping almost 360-degrees. Runs of S-curves climb and twist sharply as they snake through lush green forest in route to the Blue Ridge Parkway just above Spruce Pine, North Carolina. Sweeping curves, amazing scenery and cool mountain breezes make the Diamondback, NC 226A, one of western NC's last great mountain roadways. Take a drive along the Diamondback for a fun drive and beautiful views.

Property manager

Don and Laura

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
No swimming
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lbs per pet (limit one pet total)
Must be supervised at all times.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Enjoy yourselves! Please do not leave food or garbage outside. Use provided garbage receptacles.
Day of checkout: Place used bedding and towels in the laundry room. Run dishwasher for any dirty dishes. Remove leftover food from refrigerator.
Empty trash cans into outside locked garbage bins. Ensure fires are out in fire pit and grill.

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Marion

Located in Marion, this vacation home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Pisgah National Forest and Table Rock Trail, while Museum of North Carolina Minerals and Young's Mountain Music are cultural highlights. Emerald Village and Woodys Chair Shop are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with water tubing and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails.
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Marion, NC

What's nearby

  • Museum of North Carolina Minerals - 13 min drive - 14.0 km
  • Emerald Village - 15 min drive - 11.5 km
  • Table Rock Trail - 19 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Linville Caverns - 26 min drive - 27.0 km
  • Linville Gorge Wilderness Area - 43 min drive - 38.3 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪KFC - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Western Sizzlin - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Live Oak Gastropub - ‬23 min drive
  • ‪Switzerland Cafe & General Store - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Fox and the Fig - ‬24 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Come relax at Duck Pond Mountain Retreat w/stream & pond on 9 acres pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Come relax at Duck Pond Mountain Retreat w/stream & pond on 9 acres?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Come relax at Duck Pond Mountain Retreat w/stream & pond on 9 acres?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Come relax at Duck Pond Mountain Retreat w/stream & pond on 9 acres located?

Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Pisgah National Forest and within 9 mi (15 km) of Emerald Village and Parkway Flea & Farmers Market. Museum of North Carolina Minerals and Table Rock Trail are also within 12 mi (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tracy K.

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

Wonderful weekend!

Came up to visit family during the Christmas holiday. The house is the quintessential mountain experience. It’s beautiful with rustic furniture and the location is perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelia J.

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

Wonderful retreat!

Wonderful weekend getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina P.

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

Can we rate it higher than 5 stars?

This place was PERFECT. 100% recommend and will be back for sure. Just secluded enough to feel like we had our own space. Caught 2 bluegill and had a great time sitting around the campfire and grilling steaks. The hosts were amazing as well
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jay L.

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

Great setting

This was a cute cabin. Very private with a sweet creek and pond. Very clean and well stocked. The owners were great communicators. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sam R.

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

A Glorious Weekend in Marion NC

Duck Pond Mountain Retreat is our new favorite getaway spot! The house truly comes "fully equipped," including a terrific kitchen, two comfortable bedrooms, and two spacious bathrooms. But the location is like something out of a dream. Sitting on the front porch with drinks, we loved to watch the light change over the pond and surrounding woods. Not an unwelcome sound was to be heard, just nature as God intended it. We will be back, and hopefully often!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammie P.

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

Peaceful, Restful, Comfortable place.

It was perfect for our trip - 2 nights away. We regretted not having booked atleast 3 nights!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashly P.

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

Peaceful and well thought out

Great place to rest and relax. The creek is so peaceful to hear the moment you get out of your vehicle. The cabin is tastefully decorated and clean. You can tell the owners put a lot of thought and effort into providing everything you might need. All we needed was food drinks and charcoal for the grill. My husband enjoyed fishing and my little dog enjoyed taking walks and exploring. There is plenty to do or do nothing at all, it’s equipped for both. Love this place and would definitely return again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pat D.

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

A quiet place to get away

Lovely cabin, big porch, hammock by the creek. Comfortable beds. Well equipped kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

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

Excellent, relaxing property

As soon as you get out of your car you can hear the creeks little waterfalls next to the front porch. A large pond with a small dock was our view from the porch. The hummingbirds come and go on the bird feeders most of the day but especially in the mornings and dusk. The beds were comfortable and the place is fully equipped. All of it was beautiful. We will 100% go back someday.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebeca B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Father's Day based trip for the family. The property is private! My dad enjoyed fishing without having to travel or walk too far from the house. Pet friendly really sealed the deal for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sang K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carrie C.

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

Amazing place!

We absolutely loved our stay at this property. Great location, beautiful. Home is so cute. My children adores the bedroom decor.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa P.

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

Didn't want to leave

This property has everything you could want or need besides food everything from games to fishing or watching the turtle. We went to emerald village to emerald mines and to Little Switzerland it was a wonderful stay. Will definitely stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley C.

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

Great spot!

We really enjoyed our stay at this property. Directions & access to property were easy to understand. We had no issues at all. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

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

Everything you need in a good location

We enjoyed our stay, the house had everything we needed, was clean and in a good location for hiking. The property has a cute pond as shown in the photos but sadly we missed the ducks others have mentioned. We had s'mores using the fire pit and were happy about all the outdoor seating and lights. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

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

Short Trip to North Carolina Mountains

We were very happy with the accommodations! Beautiful private setting - easy check in - Wifi & TV. This listing was everything it said it would be & more (except for the fishing which wasn't great - there are fish in the pond they just were not cooperating LOL). Did not realize that it was actually located directly on 226A or would have brought dual sport to enjoy. So happy I could enjoy having my dog with us & she had a wonderful time too. Would recommend this cabin highly!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ricky R.

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

Perfect in every way!

This property exceeded all expectations! I hope to book a stay again soon and will recommend to my friends and family that visit the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie T.

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

Great place!

What a perfect location! We could hear the waterfall as we stepped out of the car and I knew I’d picked the perfect place. The beautiful blooming trees were a huge plus. We spent a lot of time at the pond watching fish swim by. Turkeys visited every morning! Even my teens loved the place.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne C.

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

Weekend Getaway

We had a delightful time at this serene, beautiful home. Sitting by the pond listening to the nearby creek, enveloped in nature was a welcome reprieve. The cabin was clean, cozy, and beautifully appointed. The owners were wonderfully communicative. We would definitely visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cory B.

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

Great Weekend at the Duck Pond!

Gorgeous property! So relaxing, just sitting on the porch, listening to the stream go by. The duck pond was great, too--had tons of newts to watch from the pier. Close to so much--if you're not having a good time here, be it relaxing or on the move, you're doing it wrong! Will definitely be back, for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy T.

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

Fun in February

We just stayed for a weekend but it was lovely! Don’t like to write good things cuz than I never can get in again-but this place is awesome👍
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate b., lakewood ranch, fl

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

Beautiful place

We had an awesome time on our vacation. It was a perfect place to relax and unwind with kids.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

rebecca e.

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

Early Christmas stay.

We wanted to stay near the inlaws for an early mountain Christmas. This place was perfect. Well equiped and clean. Plenty of games and things to entertain the kids. The pond and creek were a big hit.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra C.

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

Quiet, peaceful getaway

Warm and cozy, beautiful views, it felt like home.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

About the host

Hosted by Don and Laura

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Our family has been coming to the mountains a couple times a year to camp for many years. We purchased this property in July of 2015 because we wanted a place for our family to vacation with some acreage and privacy. We found this amazing property in Little Switzerland and fell in love with the serenity and privacy. We wanted a place with water and since it has a large pond with ducks and a stream that borders the length of the property it was perfect. My husband wanted a place where he could be active and enjoy the property and I wanted a place to relax. We also wanted a place that we could get to within 2 hours from our home in the Charlotte, NC area. Duck Pond fits all of these needs.

Why they chose this property

Since purchasing this property we have scoured local shops to furnish and decorate this home with a cabin feel and have included local artistry touches. We have worked to provide everything you might need to feel at home and to enjoy yourself. We welcome any feedback or suggestions for how we can make your stay more comfortable.

What makes this property unique

Duck Pond is centrally located between Little Switzerland, Spruce Pine, Marion & Old Fort. Also within 30-60 minutes we can be in Black Mountain, Asheville, Boone, Morganton, Burnsville & Mt Mitchell.

Little Switzerland NC is a colony high in the Blue Ridge Mountains. The elevations here, ranging from 3200 feet in the village to 4000 feet at the top of Grassy Mountain, offer incredible views of Mt. Mitchell to the west, Table Rock, Hawsksbill and Grandfather Mountain to the east, and the valleys of the South Toe, Turkey Cove and the bustling Catawba Valley. Little Switzerland was named because of its sweeping panoramas of deep valleys and distant ranges resembling those of the foothills of the Swiss Alps. Little Switzerland is located at exit 334 off the Blue Ridge Parkway.