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Nestled in the trees, just a short walk from Lake Junaluska's shores, Hood Upper offers a comfortable retreat. Inside this home you'll find a well-equipped kitchen for meal prep and board games on rainy days. The living area includes TV entertainment and an adjacent sunroom perfect for lounging afternoons.

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Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 693 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Upstairs, dog-friendly retreat with forest views, full kitchen, plus pool access

Hood Upper

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Set back in the trees and located just a short walk from the shores of Lake Junaluska, this second-story vacation rental is a classic and comfortable option for your next family outing to the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Inside this home you'll find a well-equipped full kitchen all ready to help you prepare everyone's favorite recipes. Dine at the two adjacent tables or bring out the board games for some rainy day fun! The living area includes a TV for evening channel surfing, while the furnished and screened sunroom is a great spot for lounging on quiet afternoons.

Additional amenities and features at this home include a private washer/dryer in the kitchen and a shared gas grill on the lower level for when you want to spice up your home-cooked menu.

SHARED AMENITIES
- Pool (passes available for an additional fee)
- Canoes and paddle boats (accessible for an additional fee)
- Tennis courts
- Shuffleboard

THINGS TO KNOW
This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.
This rental is located on floor 2.




Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Shared kitchen access

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Tennis

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Rules

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 2.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

75081

About the area

Lake Junaluska is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Cold Mountain Gameland, while LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography and Museum of North Carolina Handicrafts are cultural highlights. Queen's Farm Stables and Waynesville Recreation Center are also worth visiting. Visit our Lake Junaluska travel guide
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Lake Junaluska, NC

What's nearby

  • Peaceful little day retreat - close to home. Great walking path and plenty of ducks to watch!
    Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
    12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park showing mountains, a waterfall and forest scenes
    Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    23 min drive - 21.2 km
  • Biltmore Estate showing interior views and heritage elements
    Biltmore Estate
    34 min drive - 53.3 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    Harrahs Cherokee Casino
    37 min drive - 42.6 km
  • Lake Junaluska Golf Course
    2 min drive - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
    41 min drive

Restaurants

  • Chick-fil-A
    5 min drive
  • McDonald's
    5 min drive
  • Dunkin'
    19 min walk
  • Angelo's Family Pizza & Pasta
    6 min drive
  • Starbucks Waynesville
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Upstairs, dog-friendly retreat with forest views, full kitchen, plus pool access pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Upstairs, dog-friendly retreat with forest views, full kitchen, plus pool access?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Upstairs, dog-friendly retreat with forest views, full kitchen, plus pool access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Upstairs, dog-friendly retreat with forest views, full kitchen, plus pool access?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Upstairs, dog-friendly retreat with forest views, full kitchen, plus pool access located?

Situated in Lake Junaluska, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center and Lake Junaluska Golf Course. Queen's Farm Stables and Blue Ridge Health - Haywood are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Upstairs, dog-friendly retreat with forest views, full kitchen, plus pool access Reviews

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Reviews

10/10 Excellent

M. S.

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

Quaint Hideaway

Quaint hideaway on Lake Junaluska. Property was well appointed and clean. Check in and check out was a breeze. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Carolyn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I didn’t see a pool. Out boxer did great but we were mostly there at night
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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4/10 Poor

Whitney B.

Wouldn’t recommend for a weekly stay.

House is in a good location for a short walk down to the conference buildings. Washer and dryer are not adequate for a stay longer than a few days. WiFi signal is shady…the TV kept disconnecting from the WiFi. The kitchenware and cookware is very old and rusty and stained. If you stay here, you will need to bring your own pots, pans, and casserole dishes to cook with and Tupperware to store leftovers. I recommend this place after some updates are made and the house is deep cleaned.
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8/10 Good

Jane C.

Hood Upper - apartment

Spacious older apartment with MCM decor. Plenty of windows for natural light. Generous sized rooms and two nice bathrooms with good basic supplies - soaps, toilet paper & plenty of towels. Great screened-in porch could be extra sleeping area & allowed for wonderful breezes. Plenty of seating in living area. Comfortable beds. Lacks a dishwasher and the stove/oven is old but works. No vent for overhead stove. Electric baseboard heat kept us comfortable. No A/C but did not need it in September. Would rent again.

10/10 Excellent

David M.

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

Comfort

Short trip for our loved one's memorial. The views & seamless checkin process made it comfortable. THank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022