Title: MOUNTAIN JOY COTTAGES #5 - STARS AND STRIPES Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 cabin # MOUNTAIN JOY COTTAGES #5 - STARS AND STRIPES Cabin in Maggie Valley with kitchen and patio ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41660000/41658100/41658080/3db31dea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41660000/41658100/41658080/31cea514.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41660000/41658100/41658080/9a234584.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41660000/41658100/41658080/da43f6e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/42000000/41660000/41658100/41658080/d125faa8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location MOUNTAIN JOY COTTAGES #5 - STARS AND STRIPES provides golfing on-site and more. 7.6 Good ### Entire cabin 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Pet-friendly - Pool - Fireplace - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### MOUNTAIN JOY COTTAGES #5 - STARS AND STRIPES Mountain Joy Cottage #5, Stars and Stripes, is named for the rich Southern heritage that is has experienced in its years. Another of our historic cottages, this four bedroom was built in the early 1800's and was used as a Confederate Army Hospital while in Atlanta, GA. It was moved to Mountain Joy Cottages sometime around 1984. The original logs are exposed in the living room as well as the two downstairs bedrooms giving this cottage a real log cabin feel. Originally the homestead of Maggie Setzer, for whom Maggie Valley was named, the land that Mountain Joy sits is a special place. You will become enchanted with it’s mountain charm, family atmosphere and character. We offer all the modern conveniences you would expect with the year-round access and seclusion that very few can offer. Enjoy the peaceful country setting of our cottages. We have one, two and four bedroom cottages all equipped with wood burning fireplaces, cable TV, internet and kitchens ready to cook a home made meal. Outside the porches have rocking chairs so you can enjoy your morning coffee or enjoy the sunset on the mountains in the evening. Our glass enclosed outdoor pool (seasonal) offers a delightful place to relax. Mountain Joy Cottages are centrally located in the heart of Maggie Valley just one block up Setzer Cove Road with easy access to all of the area attractions. We are just minutes off of the Scenic Blue Ridge Parkway and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. The area is loaded with craft, antique and gift shops. The great outdoors offers horseback riding, golf on area mountain courses, trout fishing in streams, white water rafting and scenic drives. Snow skiing and tubing is available for the entire family at Cataloochee Ski Area. Nightlife includes everything from Jazz to Bluegrass, clogging or dinner entertainment. Our cottages are just a short drive to the Great Smoky Mountain Railway, Asheville and The Biltmore Estate, Cherokee and the Indian Reservation and Harrah’s Casino and historic downtown Waynesville. Whatever the season, Mountain Joy Cottages and the Great Smokies have something very special to offer. From the wildflowers of spring, to the blaze of colors in the fall or the serenity of winter, come visit and make lasting memories at Mountain Joy Cottages. ## Property amenities ### Ski - Close to skiing ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Indoor pool ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Internet access ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - TV with cable channels ### Outdoor areas - Patio ### Laundry - Laundromat nearby ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre ### Things to do - Golf - Snow sports gear - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Rafting nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/73000000/72410000/72401700/72401687/d5b87e37.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gem in the Valley 78 Susan Drive: 4 BR, 2 BA House in Maggie Valley, Sleeps 8 Maggie Valley - Kitchen - Washer - Barbecue grill - Microwave 9.0 Wonderful 15 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=72401687&PinnedHotelID=72401687&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100850000/100848200/100848154/920cb1f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sweet Views/Grazing Elk/Game Room/Pet-Friendly Stoney Ridge - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 8.8 Excellent 16 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=100848154&PinnedHotelID=100848154&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37120000/37112500/37112446/0ad2cc04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### HEART OF THE VALLEY-5 BR Pet and Motorcycle Friendly Maggie Valley - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 105 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=37112446&PinnedHotelID=37112446&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37120000/37112600/37112555/b72a60f6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### MOUNTAIN JOY COTTAGES #4 - BUTTERFLY Maggie Valley - Pool - Air conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available 8.0 Very good 14 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=37112555&PinnedHotelID=37112555&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, ping pong](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22970000/22960100/22960068/135c663d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 BR + 2 Bonus 3 1/2 Bath Log ,Views, Paved Access, Game Rm, Internet, Pets Maggie Valley - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 8.0 Very good 50 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=22960068&PinnedHotelID=22960068&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/86000000/85280000/85275400/85275306/ef05d31c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Twinbrook #12: 3 BR, 2 BA Cabin / Bungalow in Maggie Valley, Sleeps 8 Maggie Valley - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill - Microwave 9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-05&endDate=2025-11-06&selected=85275306&PinnedHotelID=85275306&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31340000/31337200/31337184/44be954f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### We’re open! 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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 are allowed on site 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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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 Vrbo Property Mountain JOY Cottages #5 - Stars AND Stripes Cabin Mountain JOY Cottages #5 - Stars AND Stripes Maggie Valley Mountain JOY Cottages #5 - Stars AND Stripes Cabin Maggie Valley 2398-145938 ## About the area Located in Maggie Valley, this cabin is in the mountains. Shelton House and Smokey Mountain Gold & Ruby Mine are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Fantasy Golf & Game Room and Maggie Valley Festival Grounds. Queen's Farm Stables and Waynesville Recreation Center are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with rafting and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding. [Visit our Maggie Valley travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Maggie-Valley.dx10863) [View more Cabin rentals in Maggie Valley](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Maggie-Valley-Cabins.d10863-aaCabins.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=35.51815,-83.1068&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:o_ywEnxfzN%3FS%3FQ%3FS%3FS%40Q%40S%40S%40Q%40SBS%40Q%40SBQBQBQBSBQBQDQDSBODQDQDQFQDODQFQFOFQFOFOFOFOHOFOHOHOHMHMHOHMHMJMHMJMHKJMJKJMJKJILKJMJILIJKLIJILILGLILILGLGLGNGLELGLENELENELENELCNCNELCNANCLANANCNAN%3FLAN%3FNAN%3FN%3FN%40N%3FL%40N%3FN%40NBN%40L%40NBN%40LBNDNBLBNDNDLDNDLDLDLFLDNFLFLFLFLHLHLFLJJFLHJJLHJHJLLJJHJJJLJJJLHJJLJLHLHLHLHNHLHLHNHNFNHNFNFNFNFNFPFNFPDPDNFPDPDPDPBNDRDPBPBPBRBPBPBR%40PBP%40R%40R%40P%40R%40R%40P%3FR%3FR%3FP%3FR%3FP%3FR%3FR%3FPARARAPARAPARCPAPCRCPCPCRCPCPEREPCNEPEPEPGPENERGNGNGPGNGPGLGPILGNININILILINILILILKLKLIJKLKJKLKJKHMLKJKHMHKJMHKHMHMHMFMHMFMFMFOFMFMDMDMDODMFODOBMBOBODMBOBO%40MBO%3FOBO%40O%3FM%40O%3FO%40O%3FO%3FOAO%3FMAO%3FOAOCO%3FMCOAOCMCOEOCMCOCMEOGMEOEMEMEMGOGMGMGMGMIMGMIMIKIMIKKMIKIKKMMKIKKKMKKKMIKKMIMKMIMIMIOIMIMIOIMGQIMGQGMGQGOGQGOGOESEOGQEQEQEQCOEQESCQCQCSCQCQCQASAQCSAQASAQASAS%3FQ%3FS%3FS%3FQ&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=nAXnHvoM_fyieLoKzyd0uYc60K0=) Maggie Valley, NC ### What's nearby - Tube World - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - Maggie Valley Gem Mine - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles - Maggie Valley Festival Grounds - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles - Wheels Through Time Museum - 3 min drive - 1.7 miles - Cataloochee Ski Area - 14 min drive - 4.4 miles ### Getting around - Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 46 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Maggie Valley Restaurant - ‬4 min drive - ‪Joey's Pancake House - ‬6 min walk - ‪Pop's Grits & Eggs - ‬3 min drive - ‪Guayabitos - ‬3 min drive - ‪Bizzaro Pizza - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does MOUNTAIN JOY COTTAGES #5 - STARS AND STRIPES have a pool? > Yes, this property has an indoor pool. ### Is MOUNTAIN JOY COTTAGES #5 - STARS AND STRIPES pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at MOUNTAIN JOY COTTAGES #5 - STARS AND STRIPES? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at MOUNTAIN JOY COTTAGES #5 - STARS AND STRIPES? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is MOUNTAIN JOY COTTAGES #5 - STARS AND STRIPES located? > Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within a 15-minute walk of Tube World and Maggie Valley Gem Mine. Fantasy Golf & Game Room and Maggie Valley Opry House are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## MOUNTAIN JOY COTTAGES #5 - STARS AND STRIPES Reviews 7.6 ### 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 8 8 - Good 5 6 - Okay 3 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 3 ### 8.6/10 Cleanliness ### 8.0/10 Amenities ### 8.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 6.0/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracey 31 Oct 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Loved this property. Easy to access, comfy beds and up close view of elk in our front yard was really exciting. The only thing I would recommend is electrical outlets and fans in the bathrooms and shower caddy in the downstairs bathroom. ##### Tracey Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Arron M. 21 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Stayed in cabin 5 My group and I enjoyed our stay in Maggie Valley. The cabin was very welcoming and comfortable. The only think I would have liked to see, is dish soap and maybe some other kitchen staples. Other than that, it was fantastic ##### Arron M. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Diane N. 30 Dec 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ski Kitchen supplies minimal. Non functioning coffee maker. Visiting Elk was fantastic experience ##### Diane N. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### CHERYL 1 Dec 2024 The cottage was very nice but had cobwebs and spider webs throughout. The floors were dirty as well. ##### CHERYL Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Douglas K. 27 Oct 2019 #### Mountain Joy cabin 5 (Stars&Stripes) Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The cabin was Beautiful, tucked away from the main hwy,with nice views of the Mountains in Maggie Valley NC.Nicely decorated and well equipped kitchen. Fireplace,grill,made us feel right at home! Will definitely be back! Both smoke detectors were inoperable,I put 2 new batteries in them and got them working. Lot of dirt and trash under couches and beds,cobwebs should be addressed. Besides that we absolutely loved it! ##### Douglas K. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### SANDRA B. 27 Aug 2024 #### MOUNTAIN TREASURE Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: My family has been vacationing in Maggie Valley for 11 years no- every August for my Dads birthday. Cabin 5 was the first cabin we every rented. Our travel group has grown since that first trip, so we have had to rent larger cabins and multiple cabins for our growing family and friends that have joined us. Mountain Joy, under the rental management of Carolina Vacation rentals is the best example of top notch customer service EVER. We actually rented with another company when Mr. Sid and his amazing crew were no longer covering Mountain Joy. So glad that Carolina Vacations are back covering this property. ##### SANDRA B. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristi T. 16 Aug 2023 #### Mountain Joy #5 Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Nice, family oriented place. This was the 2nd year staying at Stars and Stripes #5. ##### Kristi T. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 2/10 Terrible #### Crysta C. 8 Aug 2021 #### Not what it seems to be. Rating Details: The property manager was very unhelpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The place was filthy. Bugs in the dishes, crusty residue on the bedspreads, soiled linen, dirty and sticky floor, disgusting bathroom, broken vacuum, leaking kitchen sink, garbage in the garbage can when we arrived, broken furniture, food in the chairs and couch. ##### Crysta C. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Laura S., KERSHAW 15 Jun 2021 #### Not for Me Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I do realize that this is a very old house, however, it is very close quarters. The floors were dirty when we arrived. Some of the towels looked used. We had to call the property owner for someone to come clean, which she did, but nothing more than sweep the floors. They were no better when she left than when she arrived. The staircase in this cabin is very steep and narrow. There were no pictures of the staircase in the listing. The downstairs bathroom floor was very soft, which made of have to use the upstairs shower. This house made me feel claustrophobic. This house definitely needs some upgrades. ##### Laura S. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Becky H. 13 Apr 2021 #### Weekend stay Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed our stay very much! The house was clean and stocked with all we needed. The big kitchen table was perfect for board games and playing cards. The TV was a little disappointing there was hardly any channels to watch. Loved the rocking chairs on the front porch. Good stay we will come again. ##### Becky H. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chad H. 2 Mar 2021 #### Fantastic Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Absolutely highly recommend this place. Absolutely beautiful area, and the cabin was extremely cozy and warm. ##### Chad H. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay #### Mindy J. 2 Jan 2021 #### Extended Family Holiday Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had 6 adults in the cabin. The living area was spacious with a great fireplace and large tv. Downstairs bedrooms were very small with no closets. Upstairs bedrooms were more spacious but the shower in the bathroom was a challenge for the tall ones in our group. Grounds and porch were very nice. We had Elk pass through the cabin area right in front of us. The cleanliness left a lot to be desired. When we entered for the first time a dirty rag was on the table. Dirty socks were found in one of the beds. The return vent and fans blades hadn’t been dusted in months. We found a dog leash and diaper in the couch cushions when we were checking to make sure nothing was left behind. Location was great and we enjoyed our time together. Our two favorite places to eat were Joey’s Pancakes right down the hill and Haywood BBQ in Waynesville. ##### Mindy J. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### A guest from Fort Lauderdale, FL 19 Nov 2020 #### Amazing every time!! Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Every time I’ve stayed on this property it is amazing. My family and I love it. No complaints. It’s clean and beautiful! Can’t wait to come back over the summer. ##### A guest from Fort Lauderdale, FL This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay #### aj b. 21 Oct 2020 #### Not the best experience Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The sheets had dirt and anything animal hair in them. We also have a light that shows bodily fluids and yep it was there! When we called we where given clean sheets promptly. Later we realized there were ants, no coffee maker and stove and toaster oven was nasty! We didn’t have time to complain about that bc we were trying to make the best of what we realized will be the last time my father in law will ever be able to make it to his favorite place in the Mts. Maggie Valley! ##### aj b. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 2/10 Terrible #### SHERRI C. 20 Aug 2020 #### DO NOT STAY HERE UNLESS YOU LIKE FILTH! Rating Details: The property manager was adequately helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We stayed for 4 night in August 2020. Everything was so freaking filthy. Appliances were not clean. I refused to even cook there or even make a cup of coffee with their coffee maker. When I walken in first thing I had to do was clean the fridge. When I finally picked the bedroom the sheets were filthy all the way down to the mattress there was dirt. I had to go to Walmart and purchase bedding for my whole family. They don't have a washer and dryer. Had to buy a coffee pot just to have coffee. Spiders were making their selves at home all over the cabin. I had to buy cleaning supplies to just spend a couple nights there. I even found a nasty used bandaid on the wall by the fridge. I had to pay over $200 night for this place and spent over $600 in cleaning and bedding supplies. Air conditioning down stairs did not work. Just a nasty filthy place. Should not be listed to rent, should be bulldozed! ##### SHERRI C. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Brooke D. 21 Jul 2020 #### Stars and Stripes at Mountain Joy Cottages Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Let me start by saying, We really enjoyed our stay at Mountain Joy Cottage #5. The cabin was comfortable and cozy. We had great nights sleep. Loved sitting on the front porch watching the wildlife and especially the daily sighting of the Elk. My dog loved the open green space where she could run. My kids loved all the amenities. The kitchen was well equipped and it had its own charcoal grill. There were only a few issues we had. First there were large spiderwebs in the corners of the rooms and in the bathroom. Second, they need more places for storage in the downstairs bedrooms and bathroom. Third, having to take your trash off-site was inconvenient. The last issue is was there was a skunk that sprayed my daughter and my dog. This happened at night when we had trouble finding a store open to try to get some cleaning supplies for the odor on my daughter and dog. We let the management company know about the skunk and it was already being handled the next day. We would definitely recommend this place and will stay here again! ##### Brooke D. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carole C. 11 Jul 2020 #### Great cabin experience! Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The cabin was great. Kids loved the playground and open spaces. Elk walked right through. Other guests were very respectful and it was peaceful and quiet for our holiday weekend stay. Will be back! ##### Carole C. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 7 Sept 2019 #### Labor Day Getaway Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The location was great! It was a nice relaxing setting and you forget that you are right off the main drag. The hot tub is inoperable which was a little disappointing. Had it been working, the pool area closed at 9pm (I mean lights out closed). The pond area was nice but it is not stocked as described in the website. There are picnic tables and a fire pit area, basketball goal, very nice playset for the kids,and cornhole. The cabin decorations were super cute! 🇱🇷 The cabins are pet friendly and that was evident by all of the pet hair left behind on cloth chairs and throw pillows. I'm also not sure about the cleaning staff since there were spider webs all over the place. I can understand some but this was excessive and obviously had been in place a while. We did call and express concern but since it was a holiday weekend, got no response from the cleaning service. Sid in the office was super nice and seemed to be doing the best he could. All in all it was a good stay and I would stay here again. Price is very reasonable although I wish all of the fees were factored into the nightly rate vs tacking them on at the end and jacking the advertised price up. This really isn't a vent session, just sharing our experience :) Hope this helps someone. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 2/10 Terrible #### Amanda R. 13 Aug 2019 #### This is one step above camping Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We were very unsatisfied with our rental. In two of the bedrooms, there was no closet or dresser - nowhere to put a suitcase or put your clothing away. There are no cabinets in the downstairs bathroom to put your things. There were bugs everywhere. It smelled musty inside. The AC is messed up apparently, because it was either warm or freezing. There is no ice maker in the freezer. The dishes had a layer of dust on them. I will never stay here again, nor would I recommend anyone else stay here. ##### Amanda R. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Maui Coast Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kihei-Hotels-Maui-Coast-Hotel.h28645.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express & Suites Price by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Price-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Suites-Price.h9253345.Hotel-Information) > > [La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Myrtle Beach - N Kings Hwy](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Myrtle-Beach-Hotels-La-Quinta-Inn-Suites-By-Wyndham-Myrtle-Beach-N-Kings-Hwy.h6849.Hotel-Information) > > [Baymont by Wyndham Mishawaka South Bend Area](https://www.expedia.co.uk/South-Bend-Hotels-Baymont-By-Wyndham-Mishawaka-South-Bend-Area.h1976.Hotel-Information) > > [The View Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kayenta-Hotels-The-View-Hotel.h59418009.Hotel-Information) > > [Meadowbrook Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Boone-Hotels-Meadowbrook-Inn.h1169594.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Orchid](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kamuela-Hotels-Fairmont-Orchid.h25190.Hotel-Information) > > [Aspen Select](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rochester-Hotels-Aspen-Select.h12245240.Hotel-Information) > > [La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Cocoa Beach Oceanfront](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cocoa-Beach-Hotels-La-Quinta-Inn-Suites-By-Wyndham-Cocoa-Beach-Oceanfront.h894002.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Place Titusville / Kennedy Space Center](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Titusville-Hotels-Hyatt-Place-Titusville-Space-Center.h44354265.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Key Largo by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Key-Largo-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Key-Largo.h7230.Hotel-Information) > > [Gurney's Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Montauk-Hotels-Gurneys-Montauk-Resort-Seawater-Spa.h7033726.Hotel-Information) > > [Solterra Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Orlando-Hotels-Solterra-Resort.h18526478.Hotel-Information) > > [Isla Bella Beach Resort & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Marathon-Hotels-Isla-Bella-Beach-Resort-Spa.h24101706.Hotel-Information) > > [Anvil Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Jackson-Hole-Hotels-Anvil-Hotel.h894210.Hotel-Information) > > [Yosemite View Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/El-Portal-Hotels-Yosemite-View-Lodge.h576660.Hotel-Information) > > [Timber Ridge Lodge and Waterpark](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lake-Geneva-Hotels-Timber-Ridge-Lodge-And-Waterpark.h1043867.Hotel-Information) > > [Yosemite Southgate Hotel & Suites](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Oakhurst-Hotels-Yosemite-Southgate-Hotel-Suites.h3650.Hotel-Information) > > [Wuksachi Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sequoia-National-Park-Hotels-Wuksachi-Lodge.h893730.Hotel-Information) > > [Cartoon Network Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lancaster-Hotels-Cartoon-Network-Hotel.h50407269.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Marguerite Anaheim/Garden Grove, Trademark Collection by Wyndham](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Garden-Grove-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Suites-Garden-Grove-Anaheim-South.h917954.Hotel-Information) > > [Comfort Inn & Suites](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Defiance-Hotels-Comfort-Inn-Suites.h200743.Hotel-Information) > > [Bar N Ranch](https://www.expedia.co.uk/West-Yellowstone-Hotels-Bar-N-Ranch.h11548135.Hotel-Information) > > [Travelodge by Wyndham Winchester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Winchester-Hotels-Travelodge-By-Wyndham-Winchester.h9600.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Santa Clara](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Clara-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Santa-Clara.h4313.Hotel-Information) > > [Sea Crest Beach Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/North-Falmouth-Hotels-Sea-Crest-Beach-Hotel.h25567.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Plymouth by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Plymouth-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Plymouth.h662090.Hotel-Information) > > [Bayshore Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Traverse-City-Hotels-Bayshore-Resort.h34264.Hotel-Information) > > [Riviera Resort Palm Springs](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palm-Springs-Hotels-Margaritaville-Resort-Palm-Springs.h26011.Hotel-Information) > > [Balmoral Resort Florida](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Haines-City-Hotels-Balmoral-Resort-Florida.h19447044.Hotel-Information)