Title: Cottage in Gated Community-Our Evergreen Retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=122066667&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Cottage in Gated Community-Our Evergreen Retreat Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Cottage in Gated Community-Our Evergreen Retreat ![Exterior - Cottage in Gated Community-Our Evergreen Retreat (Blowing Rock)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122070000/122066700/122066667/c6c4a428.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, table football - Cottage in Gated Community-Our Evergreen Retreat (Blowing Rock)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122070000/122066700/122066667/e5e3f4d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Cottage in Gated Community-Our Evergreen Retreat (Blowing Rock)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122070000/122066700/122066667/d8c52535.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, table football - Cottage in Gated Community-Our Evergreen Retreat (Blowing Rock)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122070000/122066700/122066667/ee0c266b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, table football - Cottage in Gated Community-Our Evergreen Retreat (Blowing Rock)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/123000000/122070000/122066700/122066667/f3954a7d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Cottage in Gated Community-Our Evergreen Retreat provides a hot tub and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathrooms4792 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Cottage in Gated Community-Our Evergreen Retreat Welcome to Our Evergreen Retreat Located in the beautiful gated community of SweetGrass, Our Evergreen Retreat offers the perfect mountain day without ever leaving the neighborhood. Guests can enjoy exclusive access to miles of scenic hiking trails, a babbling creek, and a crystal-clear 22-acre lake—all surrounded by the beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains. When you're ready to explore, SweetGrass is ideally situated right off the Blue Ridge Parkway and just 10 minutes from downtown Blowing Rock, 15 minutes from Tweetsie Railroad and Appalachian Ski Mountain, and less than 30 minutes from Grandfather Mountain and Julian Price Park. The convenient location makes it easy to experience the best of the High Country. Home Features A brand-new, custom-built mountain home, Our Evergreen Retreat is designed for comfort and style, welcoming guests into a warm, open living space with 20-foot ceilings, a stunning, stacked-stone, wood-burning fireplace, a large TV, and picturesque wooded views. The adjacent dining area seats six, with room for four more at the kitchen island. The chef's kitchen is fully equipped with high-end stainless steel appliances, spacious granite countertops, and everything you need for family meals. This level also includes a powder room and a laundry room for guest convenience. Step outside to the covered back porch, perfect for relaxing or dining al fresco with additional seating, a dining table, and a gas grill. On the lower-level flagstone patio, unwind in the hot tub or gather around the smokeless fire pit with Adirondack seating to enjoy the mountain air. Sleeping Arrangements Our Evergreen Retreat comfortably accommodates up to 8 guests across three inviting bedrooms: Main Level Master Suite: King bed, TV, and ensuite bathroom. Upstairs Queen Bedroom: Bright and comfortable with easy access to a shared full bath. Upstairs Kids' Room: Features a queen bed, a twin daybed with trundle, a Pack and Play, a Smart TV, an arcade game, a foosball table, and a closet full of board games—a true paradise for younger guests. Additional Details Guests will enjoy high-speed Wi-Fi and Smart TVs with streaming and Roku access for local channels. The paved driveway provides parking for three vehicles. We recommend AWD or 4WD vehicles and tire chains during the winter months and inclement weather. One dog, under 35 pounds, is welcome with your reservation. There is a Ring camera at the door and two cameras on each front corner facing the front of the home. ​​​​​​​Nearby Attractions The Blowing Rock – 10 miles Boone Golf Club – 13 miles Downtown Boone – 16 miles Downtown Banner Elk – 22 miles Your Perfect Mountain Getaway Awaits. Whether you're sipping coffee on the porch, relaxing by the fire, or exploring SweetGrass's beautiful trails, Our Evergreen Retreat is the ideal place to unwind, reconnect, and make lasting memories in the High Country. MUST BE AT LEAST 25 YEARS OF AGE TO BOOK ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing - Snowboarding nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near a hospital - On a lake ### Things to do - Foosball table - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Ice skating nearby - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 deadlock This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 996047 ## About the area Located in Blowing Rock, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a lake. Sugar Mountain Resort and Beech Mountain Resort are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Grandfather Mountain. Tweetsie Railroad and Bolick Family Pottery are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with snowboarding and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledging. [Visit our Blowing Rock travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blowing-Rock.dx10740) [View more Holiday homes in Blowing Rock](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blowing-Rock-Private-Holiday-Homes.d10740-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C36.12384%2C-81.74671&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=djn7jprPwXs6aOg6QK4fCjiRXdY=) Blowing Rock, NC ### What's nearby - ![Grandfather Mountain State Park is a great place to explore and hike. There are a variety of different hikes available and you can also drive almost to the top of the mountain. You can see from this photo why this mountain range is called the #Blue Ridge Mountains! Absolutely gorgeous! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6162851/9ad0daa9-e5cc-47e5-9b4e-28750c73cb8c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Grandfather Mountain State Park 3 min drive \- 2.6 miles - ![Scenic landscape view of Price Lake, Blue Ridge Parkway in fall season, Shutterstock ID 1221077968, Purchase Order: SP-1891 Wave 0, Client/Licensee: Hotels.com](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633992334043/222ad9d9-0b2e-49c7-b98e-91c70797af95.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Price Lake 4 min drive \- 1.7 miles - ![The sight of a single fisherman at the lake when visiting this National Park Service site prompted this late-afternoon image. ISO 100, 30mm, f/9.0, 1/500 sec.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10740/512925f3-acbb-470c-a49f-0a9ebdb8bd52.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Moses H. Cone Memorial Park 4 min drive \- 3.0 miles - ![Price Lake boat dock in Autumn off the Blue Ridge Parkway , Shutterstock ID 1086407681, Purchase Order: SP-1891 Wave 0, Client/Licensee: Hotels.com](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532657206/e42a3525-6e7e-440e-900e-d71300be7ca9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Julian Price Park 6 min drive \- 2.7 miles - Broyhill Park 6 min drive \- 6.0 miles ### Getting around - Tri-Cities, TN (TRI-Tri-Cities Regional) 96 min drive ### Restaurants - The Town Tavern 11 min drive - Blue Deer on Main 10 min drive - Blowing Rock Brewing 10 min drive - The Pedalin' Pig-Banner Elk 13 min drive - Bistro Roca 11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cottage in Gated Community-Our Evergreen Retreat pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Cottage in Gated Community-Our Evergreen Retreat? ### What time is check-in at Cottage in Gated Community-Our Evergreen Retreat? ### What time is check-out at Cottage in Gated Community-Our Evergreen Retreat? ### Where is Cottage in Gated Community-Our Evergreen Retreat located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Cottage in Gated Community-Our Evergreen Retreat Reviews ## Reviews ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Shannon S. 24 Jan 2026 ##### Shannon S. 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