| Date | Rating | Comment
[Guest Comments: 26 positive, 0 negative]
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| 05/06/09 |
Positive
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| We had a wonderful time and would love to come back! You have a beautiful house and property. The views from your house were amazing. We saw several beautiful waterfalls and lots of mountains. We went horseback riding, hiking, played badminton and horseshoes, visited an apple orchard and explored a mineral mine. The location was so convenient. It is a great place to relax and enjoy nature. |
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Leah, Greensboro, NC |
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| 05/06/09 |
Positive
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| Just spent 3 peaceful days at Rieke Retreat! The views are spectacular! We'll be back! |
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G Steele, Knoxville, TN |
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| 10/23/08 |
Positive
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| One of the most beautiful places on Earth! Had a fabulous time hiking, visiting the caverns and enjoying the breathtaking views that surrounded us at the Rieke Retreat. We look forward to coming again when it snows! |
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Shana Brooks, Troutman, NC
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| 09/11/08 |
Positive
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| Excellent retreat! We would rate it high in these areas: A) location, B)secure, secluded and private, C) The View! D) well appointed cabin including comfort, AC, decor, deck, hot tub, grounds, kitchen and E) every detail is attended to by the owners and thoroughly communicated to the guests. A great place and we definitely will be back. We have already have reserved dates in 2009. |
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Mike & Cindy, Lake Norman, NC |
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| 09/08/08 |
Positive
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Excellent retreat! We would rate it high in these areas:
1-Location/Accessibility
2- Secure, secluded, and private.
3- The View!!!
4- Well appointed cabin in many arenas: comfort, AC, nice decor, deck, hot tub, grounds, kitchen, and of course, The View!
5- Every detail attended to by the owners and communicated to the guests. No questions about anything.
6- A great place. We'll be back.
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Mike and Cindy , Lake Norman, NC |
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| 09/02/08 |
Positive
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| I have read the guest books. I'm not surprised Rieke Retreat is many things to many special people. For a writer it is the place he or she only dreams exists. A place for where creativity blooms and art is all around. Who is a writer? A writer writes. Thank you for creating and offering such a wonderful "ends of the earth" haven. --Brian Huey, The Perpetual Writer. Brian Huey dot com |
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Brian Huey, Matthews NC
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| 08/25/08 |
Positive
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| Have had the pleasure of enjoying Rieke Retreat before and after renovations, and it just keeps getting better and better! The view, hot tub, and remodeling are awesome! So great to enjoy outside activites as well as peaceful relaxation. I can't wait to get back!!! |
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Donna Garrison, Cumming, GA
770 205 5805 |
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| 08/25/08 |
Positive
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| Rieke Retreat just gets better and better each year. The improvement/remodeling over the past year are super. The hot tub and view this time were outstanding. Local events in Altapass and other sights were highlights. Thx for a great place to rest, relax, rechange and enjoy the beauties of nature!!!! |
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Richard Garrison, Cumming, GA
678-571-6938 |
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| 08/23/08 |
Positive
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| One of the quietest, most refreshing situations in which we've ever vacationed. We found the combination of the property's being both unusually secluded but still accessible to the stores of Spruce Pine an unusual benefit. Highly recommended! |
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Anonymous |
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| 08/23/08 |
Positive
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| RR is one of the most accommodating homes you will ever stay at. Between the badminton, horseshoes, hot tub, and majestic views, you will never want to leave. Our 7-yr old son never even said "I'm bored." Thank you for opening your home to us. |
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Ed, Lisa & Eddie, Cary, NC |
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| 07/31/08 |
Positive
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The first time we visted RR, we knew we would return. The spectacular view from the deck/hottub, the cozy,inviting house and the serenity of the surroundings would only be enjoyed more if we had a lengthier stay. We were lucky enough to be there for the full moon this time. Outstanding!!!
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Marcia & Ron, Charlotte, NC |
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| 07/24/08 |
Positive
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The deck at Rieke Retreat is the most
wonderful room in the NC mountains...We have never enjoyed such a beautiful view! |
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Harriett Williams
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| 07/17/08 |
Positive
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| Everything you need is here, just bring family!! For the first time, my husband wasn't wanting to go home after the first day. There was plenty to see and do and if you didn't the house was the perfect place to relax. Will hopefully return soon! Thanks to the Reike's for sharing their little place in the world. |
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Kelly & Marty Wood, Traphill, NC
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| 06/29/08 |
Positive
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What a wonderful retreat! Coming down the driveway
to the house you turn the bend and the mountain view
is just spectacular. Our vacation was so relaxing and
refreshing for mind, body and soul. Am looking
forward to returning. |
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Carolyn, Lori and Max
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| 06/23/08 |
Positive
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| What a beautiful place. We had a great time. Thank you very much. |
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Anonymous, Edina, MN |
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| 05/23/08 |
Positive
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What a wonderful long weekend! Very relaxing. The
renovations are lovely. We loved browsing in the used
book store and relaxing in the hot tub. |
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Shapiro Family, Charlotte, NC |
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| 05/13/08 |
Positive
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| Wonderful as always! Loved the remodeling! Delightful long weekend. |
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Bill & Jo Ann, Black Mountain, NC
828-777-1761 |
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| 05/07/08 |
Positive
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Words cannot express how beautiful and relaxing RR is! My family and I have been coming for several years now and each time we visit, I am still blown away by how peaceful and beautiful it is! Peter, you've done a great job with the renovations!
My family and I visit in the fall, so this was my first experience visiting in the spring. My 16-year-old daughter and I decided to spend her spring break at RR and we were not disappointed! Even though we were a week shy of the shops opening, we still had an incredible time going horseback riding, driving on the parkway, and simply enjoying the simplicity of it all!
I would highly recommend RR to anyone looking for the perfect escape! |
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Kimberly Thomas, Belmont, NC |
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| 04/11/08 |
Positive
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| We went to Rieke Retreat to celebrate our 3rd wedding anniversary. What a wonderful experience! The view was absolutely amazing, so nice to wake up to that every morning :-) We enjoyed the hot tub as well, which is great to sit in at night and look at all of the stars. We also played horseshoes (the first time for me!) and actually did pretty well. It was such a beautiful house - we didn't want to leave! We will definitely be back and now my parents are considering going as well. Thanks for the wonderful memories! |
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Kristin, Raleigh, NC |
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| 04/08/08 |
Positive
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| What a beautiful retreat. We had an amazing time doing absolutely nothing. A true relaxing weekend in a wonderful place. Hot tub and views are amazing. For that matter, the renovations in the house are pretty amazing too. |
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Jenifer Grooters, Raleigh, NC |
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| 03/27/08 |
Positive
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| We have very mush enjoyed visiting Rieke for several years. The renovations are great. The views of the night sky from the hot tub are spectacular. Stars, satelites, meteors are great to see. |
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Phil Harrison, Lexington, S.C. |
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| 03/26/08 |
Positive
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| The renovations has made Rickey’s Retreat look like a four star accommodation. We so enjoyed the hot tub and all the amenities were so clean and fresh. What a pleasure it was to enjoy the beautiful mountain view, and to wake up to a pristine white blanket of snow on Tuesday morning. It was a getaway that our family needed and enjoyed. |
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Dr. Hampton Drum |
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| 03/24/08 |
Positive
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| I have stayed at the RR several times over the past few years and always the experience is positive!!In my opinion, the RR is like a fine wine that just gets better with age... |
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John Dainotto, Charlotte, NC |
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| 01/28/08 |
Positive
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| Just spent our first "winter" visit at Rieke Retreat (we have been in the summer)! New remodeling is fantastic. Really opens the main area up and the 2nd bath is great. Winter views from hot tub are excellent as you can really see the topography of the mountains. The touch of snow added to the ambiance of the overall setting. Wonderful place!!!!!!!! |
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Richard Garrison, Atlanta, GA
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| 12/29/07 |
Positive
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Our Mid-August stay was wonderful. A week of mini-adventures around western North Carolina. Although very hot in the day, we new we would have the hot tub to relax in each evening and really enjoyed the views and solidtude at night.
The house is great and wonderfully remodeled. |
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Frank Gladics, Washington, DC
202-541-=1259 |
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| 11/14/04 |
Positive
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| Late October is a little late for full color leaves but the weather was excellent! The Rieke retreat is a wonderful place to take my family. We hiked down to Grassy Creek falls just one mile away and hiked under the falls! The new stone fireplace was perfect to grill my ribs. The kids had a blast rolling down the grassy hill! Harvest Moon and stars cap it off! Thanks Peter! Paul & co..... |
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Paul Downing, Columbia, sc
803-736-9991 |
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| 05/13/03 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
We just returned from the Rieke Retreat. The rhododendrums were in full bloom - lavender and red colors! Hot tub was great. New rug in the den and the new oil mountain paintings in the living room really added a lot. Thanks for adding a DVD player.
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Peter Rieke
Charlotte, N.C.
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