ONCE UPON A STREAM- Storybook cottage on stream, perfect for family gatherings. | House in Sapphire

10.0 (66 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   4 Bedrooms  3 Bathrooms  14 Guests
Sapphire House | ONCE UPON A STREAM- Storybook cottage on stream, perfect for family gatherings.

4 Bedroom House in Sapphire

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We are PET-FRIENDLY! Welcome to "ONCE UPON A STREAM!"
Escape from the ordinary and plan your next "adventurcation" in our storybook English mountain cottage complete with a rushing mountain stream that will keep the kids (and dog) busy for hours! Create memories with family and friends in the waterfall capital of the eastern U.S. that will last a lifetime. Don't settle for another ordinary vacation!
Our goal is to offer a concierge-like vacation hospitality experience- not just a place for you to stay. We pride ourselves on helping you plan the perfect mountain getaway with recommendations on things to do, places to visit, and amazing restaurants and boutiques. That is truly what makes us different and why many guests choose to book with us. The mountains are meant to be a stress-free environment; we're here to make sure that holds true for your group!
Just over an hour from Asheville, NC, ONCE UPON A STREAM is located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains in beautiful Sapphire, North Carolina. The cottage is conveniently located near shopping, dining, and all sorts of recreation. Cashiers, NC is just ten minutes away and the quaint town of Highlands, NC is only 25 minutes away. Lake Toxaway, NC is also nearby- just ten minutes away. There are more than a dozen spectacular waterfalls to hike and explore less than a half hour away.
SAPPHIRE VALLEY RESORT
Our guests also have full access to the Sapphire Valley Resort and all of its amazing amenities including the private Lake Fairfield where you can fish, and sail, paddle, and swim. Visit nearby Narrows Falls and all of the fabulous amenities at the Sapphire Valley Resort. The Sapphire Valley Recreation Center offers gem mining, three swimming pools (one heated indoor and two outdoor), two saunas, two hot tubs, locker rooms, mini-golf, arcade and game room, lounge with WiFi, tennis, playground, running track, par-3 golf course, direct access to the Horsepasture River, and much more. Guests can also purchase discounted tickets to the Biltmore Estate and other area attractions and tours.
SKI SAPPHIRE VALLEY is also inside the Sapphire Valley Resort and offers tons of fun during the winter months. There is a Blue-diamond ski slope complete with quad chair lift and also a Bunny Slope. Frozen Falls is the tubing run and very popular with the kids. Our guests receive 25% off skiing, tubing, and rentals. Ski and Snowboard lessons are available at a very reasonable rate.
We provide first in class concierge service and love to help our guests plan the ultimate mountain vacation. In addition, we provide our guests with access to our unique online guidebook complete with all of our favorite restaurants, things to do, and places to see. Once Upon a Stream is ideally set up for a two or three-family vacation getaway. The cottage is three levels with 4 BR/3.5 BA and sleeps up to 14 persons comfortably.
MAIN LEVEL: offers a large master en-suite with a King-size bed topped with luxurious linens and high-end pillows. Relax after a long day of hiking in the over-sized jetted tub while enjoying the treetop view and taking in all of nature's beauty.
UPPER LEVEL: features two additional bedrooms and a loft with pullout couch. The 2nd bedroom has a queen-sized bed topped with fine linens and pillows. Bedroom 3 has two queen log beds with amazingly comfortable memory foam mattresses and fine linens and pillows.
LOWER LEVEL (Basement aka KID CAVE) is now complete and includes a large rec-room with two sets of mountain log bunk beds, a 55" 4KHD TV, Dish Network, BlueRay Player, Air Hockey table, and Foosball! The new basement also includes bedroom #4 with queen bed and full bathroom.
Ideally situated on a 2-acre private lot, the cottage will spoil you to the point where you won't want to leave. Greet the morning with a cup of coffee on the large back deck. Stroll down the backyard hill along the meandering boulder pathway to the stone patio below and enjoy a glass of wine as you listen to the noisy stream. The kids will stay busy exploring and hiking up and downstream- bring your dog too!
Whether you stay for a few nights or a few weeks, we strive to create a one of a kind experience for you at Once Upon a Stream. Please contact us for more information on booking your mountain getaway.
Be sure to check out our other two homes nearby in Sapphire on VRBO:
ONCE Upon a Stream #4258820 * Sleeps 14, 4 BR, 3.5 BA, streamfront, pet-friendly
TWICE Upon a Stream #2634264 * Sleeps 10, 3 BR, 3.5 BA, streamfront, pet-friendly

ONCE UPON A STREAM- Storybook cottage on stream, perfect for family gatherings is located in Sapphire. ONCE UPON A STREAM- Storybook cottage on stream, perfect for family gatherings provides accommodation, featuring Child Friendly, Sports/Activities, TV, among other amenities. This House features Child Friendly, Sports/Activities, TV, to make your stay a comfortable one.

ONCE UPON A STREAM- Storybook cottage on stream, perfect for family gatherings has 4 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 14 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 Sapphire has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Sapphire, 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
Pet Friendly
Pool
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Spa
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • Toilet paper
  • 3+ bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Bathtub or shower
Bedroom
  • Memory foam mattress
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Spices
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
Laundry
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Parking
  • Car required
  • Onsite parking
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Boat on site
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Golfing on site
  • Golf privileges
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Snow sports gear
  • Fishing nearby
  • Tennis on site
  • Kayak on site
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
Entertainment
  • Foosball table
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Games
  • Books
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Pool or billiards table
General
  • Unit size: 3100 sq ft (288 sq m)
  • English
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • Near a hospital
  • In the mountains
  • In a village
  • Desk
Guest Services
  • Children's toys
  • Children's games
  • Highchair
  • Playground
  • Travel crib
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Phone
  • Concierge services
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Balcony
  • Firepit
Security/Safety
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock
  • Fire extinguisher
Skiing
  • Ski privileges
  • Ski lift privileges
  • Close to skiing
Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Sauna
  • Indoor pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome. note from host: families are very warmly welcomed!
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Note from host: most dogs allowed. non-refundable pet fee applies. pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property long-term renters welcome onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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

Katie H.
Apr 28, 2025 07:41:02 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Our family had a wonderful time this past weekend at Once Upon A Stream. Our young boys loved the lower level setup with the bunk beds and the foosball table, and most importantly they spent both days down exploring and playing in the creek. There was ample space to spread out when necessary so our little one could nap or so grandparents could relax. It really was a perfect setup for our family. Plus, it was close to multiple easy waterfall trails which we enjoyed as well.
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