| Date | Rating | Comment
[Guest Comments: 6 positive, 0 negative]
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| 06/15/09 |
Positive
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| We had a fantastic time at Retreat in the Sky! Everything was as advertised. All the activities were very close and it was awesome to come "home" and relax in the hot tub. The view was just amazing. We hope to return someday soon! |
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K Boyd, Richmond, TX
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| 09/26/07 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
The Retreat far exceeded our expectations. The location at the center of the Smoky Mountains, Nantahala and Cherokee Forest is superlative.
The view is spectacular. Each day is different. We anticipate views in the future. We plan to stay here each time we visit this wonderful corner of North Carolina. I'm going to recommend the Retreat to my family too.
The accommodations and provisions here are unprecedented. What a gorgeous spot!
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Stuart, Florida
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| 11/03/06 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Sandy and Ty,
Just wanted to tell you once again how much we enjoyed our stay at "Retreat". The leaves were in full color; a fantastic sight. We had breakfast at Everett Street Diner two mornings. What a treat! Walked off all the calories on the Deep Creek and Road to Nowhere trails.
The best part of the day was sitting on the deck or porch enjoying the scenery, even when it rained. We're so glad you're going to continue sharing this jewel.
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Florida
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| 10/18/06 |
Positive
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We had a wonderful stay at "Retreat In The Sky" but it was all too short. The cabin is extremely secluded and has a very cozy, "homey" feel. We spent most days trekking about and came home in the evenings to the comfort of the retreat to recharge for the next day's adventure. On the way home we talked about how we should have just taken a day to lounge around the cabin and do nothing but relax. I guess there was just too much to do in the area! Bryson City is a great location because it is central to so many good attractions. We drove the Tail Of The Dragon through Deals Gap into Tennessee and circled back on the Cherohala Skyway. If you are a motorcycle or car buff this is a wonderful drive that is full of beautiful scenery and very twisty roads. It gets rather crowded on the weekends so I would suggest you go during the middle of the week like we did. I actually enjoyed it a lot more than the Blue Ridge Parkway. One day we visited Joyce Kilmer Memorial Forest and hiked to the giant Poplar trees. The trails had suffered some damage from previous storms so part of the trail was closed but it was still worth the trip. We also spent some time in Franklin and Waynesville checking out all the shops. Our only regret is that we did not have long enough to explore eveything as fully as we wanted. Well, there is always next year!
Bryan and Colleen
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Anonymous |
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| 05/24/05 |
Positive
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| This place is incredible! These pictures do not do it justice! We honeymooned here and it was the perfect choice! Waking up surrounded with mountains is amazing! We definetly recommend this place to anyone who loves the beautiful landscape that God made for us to enjoy! |
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Brian & Marilyn Hochstetler, Sugarcreek, Ohio |
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| 10/20/03 |
Positive
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What a beautiful,serene place to get away, relax and enjoy nature. Your cabin is impeccably decorated and located in the perfect setting. What a view! Our only complaint...we had to leave!
Mike Grimaldi |
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Mike Grimaldi, Fort Lauderdale, FL
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| 06/09/03 |
Positive
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| What an incredible cabin! My wife and I enjoyed a week long honeymoon at the cabin and plan on returning. Waking to an incredible view of the Smoky Mountains, reading on the deck swing amongst potted flowers, and sitting in the hot tub were only a few of the many things that made our week memorable. The lavishly decorated cabin felt more like a home than a rental. The seclusion of the cabin added to the 'retreat atmosphere,' yet we were only a few minutes from downtown Bryson City. We also took short drives to The Smoky Mountain National Park, The Biltmore and The Nantahala Outdoor Center. Thank you for sharing your cabin with us! It is every bit as wonderful as described here on the website. |
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Chris Long
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| 11/22/02 |
Positive
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| This beautiful cabin far exceeded our expectations. It is truly a home, not just a "rental". We loved having coffee on the deck, relaxing in the hot tub and especially enjoying the birds and squirrels that came to feed. The view is incredible. To put it simply, this cabin is PERFECT. |
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Penny Crowe, Lawrenceville, Ga
770-962-4912 |
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| 10/06/02 |
N/A |
Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
If you have been a guest at Retreat in the Sky, we would love for you to share your experiences and memories with our future guests.
We built Retreat in 1998...for our personal vacation home... and delight in sharing it's specialness with our guests.
We've played many games at the dining room table, shared secrets and laughs in the hot tub, watched many a football and basketball game on the TV, taken hikes and enjoyed most of the activities the area has to offer. It takes us away from the business of our lives and lets us relax and have fun. It also lets us get closer to nature and enjoy that wonderful sense of well-being you feel in the mountains.
We suspect many of our guests come away with that same feeling... and we would love for you to share your experiences.
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Ty and Sandy, Owners
Columbia, South Carolina
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