Escape to the Mountains at Life’s Good Retreat!

Creekside Retreat located in Transylvania County's Land of Waterfalls

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Dana Silvers
4 days ago
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Love this house, it was everything and more to make my stepdaughter's wedding the easiest. Melissa you are a wonderful host and we loved the white squirrels! Thank you and highly recommend. We may be back for just a restful weekend away!
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Chris Cavedon
6 days ago
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Charley and Melissa are wonderful hosts. It is an amazing place to stay.
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Rachel
14 days ago
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We were able to have our family stay here for our wedding, which allowed a space for everyone to be comfortable and have separate cabins and bathrooms. Everyone was amazed by the amenities and space. We would definitely stay again!
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Donna
19 days ago
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Wonderful place to stay.
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Angela
22 days ago
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Overall a smashing success! We stayed at this property to celebrate my husband’s 50th birthday with family coming from NY and FL. It was the perfect setting! While it was a little difficult to find and driving instructions would have been helpful in advance, Melissa was quickly responsive and helpful so it was only a minor setback to get there. Plenty of space for all, very comfortable, modern amenities and hands down the wrap around porch was everyone’s favorite spot to hang out and spend time together. We even got to see a white squirrel while relaxing there. Would definitely stay there again. Thanks Melissa!
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Beth Black
22 days ago
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This was the perfect place for my overnight stay, as a female traveling solo. Very cozy and clean! And secure! Melissa even allowed me to check a little early so I could get dressed there instead of traveling in a dress! Would love to stay here again!
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Dena Nalley
23 days ago
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Absolutely gorgeous. The logical location for wedding ceremony and reception across the street at Seven Maples barn!! Resting at Life's Good Retreat is the best ending to a day of celebration, which includes wedding at Pretty Place and reception at Seven Maples! Enjoy your next trip here!!
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Chandrika
57 days ago
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We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this beautiful home. Melissa was an excellent host that communicated well. It was more than enough space for our family and allowed us to enjoy each other in a very safe environment. We would definitely stay here again if the opportunity arose and presented itself! Thank you again Melissa for your hospitality and allowing us to enjoy your beautiful property!!!
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Matt
71 days ago
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Had a group of friends stay here for a big reunion weekend. Rentals were so nice and very well decorated. Units appear brand new, excellent condition, lots if amenities, and pretty convenient location to Brevard. I would recommend to anyone.
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Will
85 days ago
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Melissa was amazing. I almost don’t want to tell everyone how fantastic she is so I can have it all to myself 😂. As someone aspiring to have his own Airbnb properties someday, she’s my blueprint. My family loved it. Plenty of space. Great recommendation. BEAUTIFUL property. Definitely plan to stay here or another one of her places again.
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Donna Miller
88 days ago
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Our entire family wants to take this opportunity to extremely highly recommend Life’s Good Retreat. We hosted our daughter’s wedding reception here and it turned out absolutely amazing. The large wrap around porch accommodated 40 ish people comfortably. 8 fire pits and patio settings. The grounds and house are immaculate. The owners were just two of the kindest people you’d ever meet and accommodating to their guest. The showers in the master bathrooms were a conversation to everyone who used the restrooms. Theres access to laundry in the basement and came in handy for all guest who stayed multiple days. So many beautiful places in that area. The grounds and other houses would be wonderful for family vacations. Those houses are just as gorgeous as the main one. To have family comfortable in the surrounding houses meant the world to all. The windows in the front of the main house was beautiful with natural light. The main houses kitchen with the bar countertop allowed guest to have a wonderful place to talk and congregate. Whether it’s a church function, a business function, locally or other this place Is for you. I cannot speak enough about this place. If you are hosting a smaller wedding this is the place. It’s insane the prices people pay for wedding venues and this place can be rented out with all houses if you chose to and have a private setting that’s perfect for weddings. This place is beyond affordable and you could rent for the week or a few days the same price as a wedding venue. The white squirrels are a bonus. I cannot say enough about the owners and their kindness and accomodations to our family. Thank you!
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kailee miller
94 days ago
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I just had my wedding reception there last weekend and it was absolutely stunning! Melissa was wonderful to work with and helped with everything we needed. It worked out great to fit all of our family in one location so after our wedding at the pretty place chapel we had somewhere for everyone to go. I highly recommend this for your wedding, family vacation, etc!!
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Madeline
106 days ago
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We stayed here with our wedding party during our wedding and loved it! Melissa allowed us to check in early, was extremely responsive, and very kind. She went above and beyond pur expectations. The property, cottages, and main house are stunning and full of amenities. Highly recommend staying here!
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Denise Belk
106 days ago
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This site is wonderful! We stayed across the street from Seven Maples for a family wedding and it could not have been a more perfect location for extended family to hangout in between festivities. It was the little things for me--a sewing kit in the bathroom with that emergency safety pin I needed for my dress, the water kettle for boiling water for tea (everyone does not drink coffee), grooming kits with toothbrush and comb if I had needed those, and even throw blankets on the chairs out on the spacious wrap-around porch. I definitely recommend this home for anyone with a family wedding at Seven Maples or anyone needing a larger space for a big family gathering.
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paula tonn
107 days ago
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We stayed at Life's Good Retreat cottage by the creek and it was absolutely perfection. The cottage was comfortable, clean, modern, and cozy. Not only was it a beautiful property, but it was also conveniently located near all the trails, waterfalls, and the charming downtown area. The host, Melissa, was amazing. This is the perfect place, and I highly recommend it.
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Robert B.
109 days ago
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We rented the main house and the 3 bungalows for our family to attend a wedding next door at Seven Maples. Other family members staying nearby came over to socialize as well. The wrap around porch was perfect for the family get-together. The kitchens are large and well stocked with new appliances. The design and modern décor are delightful and inviting. I would stay here again.
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Kelsey F.
154 days ago
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This place was absolutely beautiful and a total vibe! Would definitely recommend!
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ApostleBrandie Pyburn
177 days ago
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Life’s Good Retreat in Brevard, NC is truly a hidden gem. From the moment you arrive, there’s a sense of peace that immediately settles your spirit. The atmosphere is serene, beautifully maintained, and intentionally designed for rest, reflection, and renewal. The surroundings are absolutely breathtaking nestled in nature with a calming presence that allows you to disconnect from the noise of everyday life and reconnect with what truly matters. Every detail feels thoughtful and welcoming, making it a perfect space for personal retreats, ministry gatherings, or simply a reset. What stood out most was the tranquility and the opportunity to experience clarity and spiritual refreshing. It’s not just a place you visit it’s an experience that stays with you. I highly recommend Life’s Good Retreat to anyone seeking rest, restoration, and a deeper sense of peace. Thank you to Charley & Melissa McCoy the owners for allowing God to impart a place of peace and comfort for all people!
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Stacy Smith
181 days ago
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Amazing place to visit, relaxing, family friendly and very adventurous.
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Lee Anne
191 days ago
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We had an amazing stay at Life’s Good! We stayed during our daughter’s wedding. All the cottages were wonderful and very comfortable. The host Melissa was extremely helpful before our trip and while we were there. They were very gracious host. Our stay was an amazing experience!🤍🍾🥂🤍
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Alli
295 days ago
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Everything was fantastic, I cannot recommend this place enough! Better than the pictures even. The wrap around porch is great. The showers are to die for. It’s cozy, quiet, perfect for a group. We loved it. Thank you so much!
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Cameron
303 days ago
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Our stay was excellent. The host was amazing and incredibly responsive from start to finish. The listing matched the photos perfectly and met every need for our Thanksgiving gathering. The main house and the cottages were stocked with everything we needed and then some, which made the trip smooth for our whole group. The showers were a big hit, and the fire pit tables were the perfect touch on the cold nights. We’d gladly stay here again.
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Lori H.
356 days ago
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We stayed at Life's Good Retreat for my sons destination wedding at The Pretty Place. The property was perfect for what we needed and was within 30 minutes of the venue. The house and amenities were beautiful. It just couldn't have been more perfect! We were so thankful to have everyone so close together but also have their own space. I would definitely recommend the Life's Good Retreat!
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Dana
389 days ago
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This is a beautiful property, very clean, nicely decorated. We loved it!!!!
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Christopher C.
462 days ago
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Charley & Melissa are AMAZING hosts. We loved our time there. Hiking the waterfalls or going to the lovely downtown of Brevard all contributed to a wonderful trip. We are falling in love with the area.
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Kim
492 days ago
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Highly recommend! ☺ This property is immaculate! Hands down the best home away from home we have ever stayed. The owners are so attentive. ☹ There is nothing about this property that we didn’t like. It was a wonderful stay.
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Donna W.
532 days ago
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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.
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Jill R.
641 days ago
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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!
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Angie R.
660 days ago
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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.
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Emily C.
706 days ago
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I stayed here with my family for 5 nights recently and I'm glad we stayed here. It was such a nice place - there was everything you could need and more. The location is also ideal, as it's very close to DT Brevard. Definitely recommend!
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mike b.
740 days ago
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GWU Swimming Both men and women absolutely loved their stays. Everything was so clean and nice. We will be back!
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Bradley W.
740 days ago
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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.
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Kathy P.
784 days ago
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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.