Peaceful mountain vacation at The Rusty Elk Retreat | House in Maggie Valley

9.8 (163 Reviews) |   3 Bedrooms  3 Bathrooms  10 Guests
Cataloochee Ranch House | Peaceful mountain vacation at The Rusty Elk Retreat

3 Bedroom House in Cataloochee Ranch, Maggie Valley

Tucked away off the beaten path on Maggie Valley’s Cataloochee Mountain, The Rusty Elk Retreat has every ingredient for a cozy and memorable stay with family and friends. This spacious, newly renovated property has 3 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths and comfortably sleeps 8-10 offering a peaceful setting to gather and unwind. Guests will find rustic charm with several comforting amenities including a fully stocked kitchen, multiple flat screen TVs, wireless access, two family rooms, Hot Tub and a game room featuring a billiard and air hockey tables. With plenty of room for everyone, this perfect getaway destination offers the ideal balance for guests to rest and play inside and out, and is just minutes from all the activities one could want!
All four seasons offer amazing views whether it's a soft magical snowfall, colorful autumn foliage or springtime blooms! Take in the sounds of birds chirping with the smell of clean mountain air from a large wrap around porch that overlooks an untouched Nature and Wildlife Game Land Area. Wildlife can often be spotted nearby grazing and perching among lush native plants of NC Maple trees, Evergreen, and rhododendron.
Nearby: only a few minutes from the Cataloochee Ski area, Cataloochee Valley and Maggie Valley. The quaint town of Waynesville is just a few miles further down the road. Opportunities are endless for skiing, tubing, snowboarding, horseback riding, hiking, trout fishing, mountain biking, canoeing, kayaking, dining, shopping and seasonal craft fairs.
A little further down the road: Asheville, Biltmore Estate, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Harrah’s Cherokee Casino, Cherokee Indian Village.

Peaceful mountain vacation at The Rusty Elk Retreat is located in Cataloochee Ranch. Peaceful mountain vacation at The Rusty Elk Retreat provides accommodation, featuring Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, Fireplace/Heating, among other amenities. This House features Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, Fireplace/Heating, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Peaceful mountain vacation at The Rusty Elk Retreat has 3 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 10 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Cataloochee Ranch has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Cataloochee Ranch, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Bathtub or shower
  • 3+ bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
Bedroom
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Living room
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Ice maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Oven
  • Toaster
  • Dishwasher
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine and dryer
Parking
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Entertainment
  • Foosball table
  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Arcade/game room
  • Games
  • Pool or billiards table
  • DVD player
General
  • Unit size: 2100 sq ft (195 sq m)
Guest Services
  • Phone
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • WiFi available
Outdoors
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio
Security/Safety
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Spa
  • Hot tub

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Reviews

Britt M.
Mar 2, 2025 12:36:16 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: My husband and I and our two daughters chose this house based on the location and the amenities. It was perfect on both accounts!
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