Title: Life's Good Retreat! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Life's Good Retreat! Villa in Brevard with kitchen and balcony ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104410000/104401000/104400922/0d084a8e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104410000/104401000/104400922/c07e6146.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, stereo, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104410000/104401000/104400922/d0e3d401_edited_810f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![8 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104410000/104401000/104400922/41802e5b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104410000/104401000/104400922/03483d40.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Life's Good Retreat! provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 8 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 183050 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Life's Good Retreat! Life's Good Retreat situates you amidst all the attractions! Discover the Land of 250 Waterfalls, with numerous mountain hiking trails just a stone's throw away. A 30-minute trip takes you to The Pretty Place, The Biltmore Estate is a picturesque 45-minute drive. DuPont Park a mere 25 minutes, and the quaint shops of Brevard are just 10 minutes away. Perfect for a getaway, family reunion, or group retreat! The Main House features two King Size Suites and one luxury sofa sleeper, while each of the 3 cottages offer two bedrooms (a queen bed in the upstairs loft and a full-size bed in the downstairs bedroom). Both the Main House and the three cottages boast full baths with power jet showers, a complete living room, and a fully-equipped kitchen with all the necessary amenities for preparing meals and snacks. The wrap-around porch of the Main House includes five fire pits, two large high-top tables with seating for six each, and multiple cozy seating areas. Similarly, each cottage porch provides a relaxing setting with a firepit and comfortable seating, perfect for enjoying the evening. Guests can also take pleasure in a variety of games suitable for family and friends. Our onsite parking lot offers lots of space. With sidewalk access to the Main House and all 3 cottages, you can easily wheel your suitcases right through the door. Life's Good Retreat, where relaxation meets with the thrill of adventure. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the villa: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Wheelchair-accessible parking available ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 8 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not allowed) ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Accessible parking space - Front entrance ramp - Handrails in stairways - Hardwood flooring in public areas - In-room accessibility - Smooth flooring in public areas - Tile flooring in public areas - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Optional golf privileges - Casino nearby - Cycling nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rock climbing nearby ### 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 - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bed sheets changed on request - Double-glazed windows - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 3,050 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114740000/114738400/114738309/1b138089.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Emerald Lake-Private-Lakefront-Families-Sleeps 20 Cedar Mountain - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17&selected=114738309&PinnedHotelID=114738309&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94910000/94906200/94906163/e04fea15_edited_0ae0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Treetop Lakehouse: Pvt Lake/Sauna/HotTub/Games Rosman - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.8 Exceptional 29 reviews £1,097 includes taxes & fees 10 Dec - 11 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-10&endDate=2025-12-11&selected=94906163&PinnedHotelID=94906163&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102340000/102336300/102336299/bbd224dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cardinal's Roost 7 bedroom retreat with a hot tub and fire pit Penrose - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17&selected=102336299&PinnedHotelID=102336299&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119880000/119874100/119874086/8858decf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mountain views, pickleball, hot tub, guest cottage, fire pits w/free Biltmore pass Pisgah Forest - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 41 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-16&endDate=2025-12-17&selected=119874086&PinnedHotelID=119874086&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![5 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69410000/69403500/69403474/e9ea8252.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### "The White Squirrels Townhouse" -step out to Main St.! 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Brevard - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 8.8 Excellent 129 reviews £402 includes taxes & fees 3 Dec - 4 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-03&endDate=2025-12-04&selected=20256241&PinnedHotelID=20256241&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 21 ### 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 Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 50 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 66cdcb082484a00012a0b2bb ## About the area ![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%7C35.19973%2C-82.77888&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=qw9Sg4FAnCdQo5kI4KoS46SoZ3w=) Brevard, NC #### What's nearby - French Broad River - 4 min drive - 1.5 miles - Brevard College - 9 min drive - 4.3 miles - Asheville Outlets - 52 min drive - 39.4 miles - Biltmore Estate - 59 min drive - 44.4 miles - Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 60 min drive - 46.0 miles #### Getting around - Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 33 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Save-More Foods - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Bohemian - ‬7 min drive - ‪Cardinal Drive-In - ‬6 min drive - ‪Blue Smoke BBQ - ‬5 min drive - ‪Noblebräu Brewing - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Life's Good Retreat! pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### How much is parking at Life's Good Retreat!? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Life's Good Retreat!? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Life's Good Retreat!? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Life's Good Retreat! located? > Situated in Brevard, this villa is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) from Pisgah National Forest and within 6 miles (10 km) of Crystal Mountain Gem Mine and Nantahala National Forest. Transylvania Heritage Museum and Brevard College are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Life's Good Retreat! Reviews 10 ### Exceptional 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 8 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Amenities ### 10/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 10/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dana 4 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication This is a beautiful property, very clean, nicely decorated. We loved it!!!! ![One of the cottages ](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/16ed975d-9c44-451a-9bc9-1cf0e398b82e-1756985768948.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Dana Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bradley W. 18 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent Stay Everything was superb! They thought of everything you could imagine. The place was spotless from top to bottom and the hosts were top notch. ##### Bradley W. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angie R. 7 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Clean and accomodating We really enjoyed our stay here. Our older kids were able to have their own space in the cottages while we had a little privacy in the main house. Host is extremely responsive and property was immaculate. We will stay here again. ##### Angie R. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### mike b. 18 Sept 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### GWU Swimming Both men and women absolutely loved their stays. Everything was so clean and nice. We will be back! ##### mike b. Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Donna W. 14 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family wedding Life’s Good property worked perfectly for the 12 family members that traveled to Brevard.The main house and the three cabins gave everyone space to relax and sleep comfortably.The main house wrap around porch was lovely!Plus we were right across the street from the wedding reception venue-Seven Maples.We had a great time and fabulous place to stay. ##### Donna W. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jill R. 26 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic in every way! The house and cabins were perfect! The house was very comfortable and well stocked. We had a family reunion across all ages and everyone had a great time. The owner checked in on us often to make sure everything was ok. The best was arriving and seeing the house and cabins decorated for Christmas! thank you for going above and beyond. We’d love to be back! ##### Jill R. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathy P. 5 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### 80th Birthday Celebration This was an amazing experience from the very first interaction. Houses and property are beautiful. We had 16 adults There is plenty of space to get away for alone time and great space for large group to be together. We spent all of our time on the large spacious wrap around porch. The local coffee left for use was wonderful. Owner left beautiful flowers and a sweet note for my mother in laws 80th bday. Highly recommend for large or small group. We can not wait to rent again soon. House is spotless. ##### Kathy P. 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