This holiday home places you steps from Nantahala National Forest and within a 10-minute stroll of Sapphire Valley Ski Resort. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .Home features 3 bathrooms, a balcony and a living room. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A dining area, a TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .Enjoy the indoor swimming pool, gym and sauna. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a games room and barbecues. .In proximity to this Sapphire holiday home you'll find Lake Jocassee.
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Needlepine Lodge of Sapphire Valley, Needlepine Lodge of Sapphire Valley
Welcome to Needlepine Lodge! Enjoy the gentle property with easy access and a level driveway in the gated Country Club Estates community. This fabulous 3 bedroom + bonus bunk room, 3 bathroom log home, that can sleep up to 12 people. Located in the heart of the Sapphire Valley Resort, within walking distance of most amenities and many restaurants.
Property Highlights: The living room features exposed beams and a stone, gas fireplace. The bright kitchen has a small breakfast table for 4, and in the dining room, a table seats 8 and can be expanded to fit 12. From the kitchen, access the back deck which includes an outdoor dining table with an umbrella. Off the living room is the master bedroom with a king bed and an en-suite bathroom with a walk-in shower. Upstairs, two guest bedrooms have king beds under cathedral ceilings and private en-suite bathrooms with walk-in showers. Between the two guest rooms, a bonus room has two sets of bunk beds with twins on top and full beds on the bottom. This home is an especially great location if you plan to add the Sapphire Valley amenities, and is within walking distance of The Country Club of Sapphire Valley, The Library Kitchen and Bar, Slopeside Tavern, and Mica's restaurant.
Bedrooms & Bathrooms: This home features 3 suites, all with king beds, and a bunk room with 2 double lower beds and 2 upper single beds (up to 6 children in the bunkroom).
Renters have access to the Sapphire Valley Resort amenities for a minimal daily fee.
Sapphire Valley Resort Amenity Information: Sapphire Valley Resort's Recreation Center has something for everyone - indoor/outdoor pools, a fitness center, a game room, putt-putt, and more. The Rec Center is open daily – hours may vary – please call 828-743-1171. An Amenity Card is required for access.
The indoor pool is open 8:00 am to 8:45 pm with adult swim time 8 am-10 am in the 3-4 foot pools. Adult swim time for the 5-foot pool is 8:00 am to 11:30 am.
All pools are handicap accessible.
The exercise equipment room opens at 7 am.
There are two hot tubs and two saunas (one is dry and one is wet).
They have a game room, mini golf as well as a "Corn Hole" bean bag game toss game.
Take your choice of different field games such as horseshoes, basketball, soccer, volleyball, and bocce ball...or use the quarter mile walking/running track and playground.
Relax and pamper yourself with a massage or facial by one of their licensed therapists. They also have a tanning bed available!
Looking for gems?? Experience gem mining at the Rec Center, with a real fume!
Afraid of being out of touch while on vacation? The Rec Center has free Wi-Fi access, for those with laptops or two computers for public use.
Movie rentals are available offering new releases and many of your old favorites.
They also have board games, puzzles, and much more, just inquire. We aim to make your stay a pleasant one.
They have many different classes and activities at the Recreation Center as well. Including Water Aerobics and workouts, massage workshops, and others. Time & Day vary, so please call the Rec Center for this week's fun!
All short-term rental or lease amenity cards will be white cards (no picture) and will be $5.00/day per person for a minimum of 3 days and a maximum of 6 months. You will apply for those cards at the Community Center. Please present your ID to obtain these cards. The number of children under the age of fourteen (14) will be placed on the accompanying adult cards.
Sapphire Valley Real Estate & Rentals is not affiliated in any way with Sapphire Valley Resort. We do not have any control over their policies or procedures for Covid-19. You must contact them directly with any questions or concerns at 828-743-7663. For more information on the resort please visit: https://https://sapphirevalleyresort.com
Real estate agencies and/or individual owners wishing to rent out their homes must send a rental/lease agreement with all renters when they come to the Community Center for card pick-up.
PLEASE READ THE IMPORTANT BOOKING INFORMATION: Cancellation Policy: 100% of paid prepayments are refundable when canceled 30 days before arrival or earlier. (-$100 Cancellation Fee) 50% of paid prepayments are refundable when canceled 14 days before arrival or earlier. (-$100 Cancellation Fee) 0% refundable if canceled, unless the property can be re-booked under the same terms for the same period with no loss to the owner.
Security Deposit: A Credit Card Pre-Authorization of 10% is due 1 day before arrival and released 7 days after departure. Payment Schedule: 50% due at the time of booking. The remaining balance is due 30 days before arrival.
North Carolina Requires a written Rental Agreement to be signed, you will receive this via email after you book and have 7 days to return it. You can print it, fill it out, and email it back to us, you can mail it, or we can send you an electronic version via DocuSign for you to complete. You will also receive a Guest List to fill out with the names and ages of everyone in your party to obtain Sapphire Valley Amenity Passes for your stay. These Documents are required to fully confirm your booking, any reservation missing these documents is subject to cancellation.
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General
Property located in a resort
Unit size: 2,538 square feet
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
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
No pets allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Needlepine Lodge of Sapphire Valley, Needlepine Lodge of Sapphire Valley have a pool?
Take your pick from a pool, a communal pool and an indoor pool.
What luxury perks are available at Needlepine Lodge of Sapphire Valley, Needlepine Lodge of Sapphire Valley?
This property features an indoor pool, as well as a fireplace and a living room.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Needlepine Lodge of Sapphire Valley, Needlepine Lodge of Sapphire Valley?
No, Needlepine Lodge of Sapphire Valley, Needlepine Lodge of Sapphire Valley does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Needlepine Lodge of Sapphire Valley, Needlepine Lodge of Sapphire Valley?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
Are pets allowed at Needlepine Lodge of Sapphire Valley, Needlepine Lodge of Sapphire Valley?
No, pets are not allowed.
Needlepine Lodge of Sapphire Valley, Needlepine Lodge of Sapphire Valley Reviews
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10/10 Excellent
Rebecca T.
3 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness
The house was beautiful!
Rebecca T.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
10/10 Excellent
Allie V.
16 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
This property was perfect for our family with more than enough space to relax and sleep. It’s close to several amenities and within 10 minutes from Cashiers.
Allie V.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
RA R.
7 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent family friendly!!
We enjoyed staying here. Our kids and cousins loved staying in the kids room with bunk beds. Kitchen was fantastic, plenty of space and well stocked for 11 people (could have been 12). All adult were very comfy too. Ski site was excellent!!!
RA R.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Cecil M.
22 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great house in great location
This was our second time to stay at this house. We love the house and the location.
Cecil M.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jordan H., Tampa, FL
26 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Christmas Getaway
Had a great time spending Christmas in Cashiers with the whole family. The house accommodated has all well and the neighborhood has plenty of activities to keep everyone happy.