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Mary Ida’s Place in-town, walkable location
Near Old Fort's downtown, restaurants, shops, brewery & winery within a few blocks. Hiking & cycling trails in Pisgah National Forest are close. It has a spacious layout and an outdoor, covered porch to enjoy the seasons. Designed for two, four can be accommodated using the sofa bed. Stocked with all the amenities you'll need to enjoy your stay and maybe a few extras, including coffee from a local roaster, teas and homemade bread. If it isn't available, check Railway Rest, a mile from town.

Three Peaks Basecamp
One-bedroom cabin w/ air conditioner, heaters, queen bed, full kitchen, living area, and bathroom with hot shower & indoor dry-flush toilet (does not use water). TV, Wifi, linens, dishes, coffee/tea, breakfast foods, fridge/freezer, microwave, fire pit, picnic table, and more! Just minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway! Explore our 5 acre property and visit the small pond in back. Please ensure pets are leashed - we have ducks. The hosts also live on the property in a separate house.

"mini": romantic tiny home/modern cabin + fire pit
"mini" is one of two private tiny houses on a 1.34 acre lot in a modest, quiet neighborhood 2 miles from marion's cute main st. tons of gorgeous scenery, hikes, bike trails, lakes, rivers, state parks, wineries, good eats, and other activities within easy reach to keep you hopping or just hang out & relax! mini is the perfect base camp to explore the many riches of the area and the bonus is that asheville is just a beautiful 40 min drive! mini knows love is love & welcomes all!

Cozy art bus near I-40, peaceful country views
Toasty warm with propane radiant heat! Nestled amongst the trees at the base of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this home is clean and simple, with a lived-in charm that includes scratches and stains. - Ceiling is 5’ 11” - 6 min to I-40 and town of Old Fort (breweries, restaurants, stores) - 30 min to Asheville. 15 to Black Mtn or Marion - Queen bed, 8” foam - Full futon, firm - Heated shower (lasts about 5 min) - Flushing house toilet - WiFi, Smart TV - Host on-site - Easy check-out

Quaint Mt. Mitchell Condo with Stunning Views
Take a break and unwind at this peaceful oasis. Gorgeous mountain views from the front porch and Pisgah National Forest in the back yard make this condo a cozy and quiet place to relax and watch the stars at night. Plenty of hiking trails nearby, minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway, and more just outside the door! During the summer the HOA hosts local musicians to perform at the pool or clubhouse once a month. The pool may close a little earlier on those evenings.

Private ~ Cozy ~ Cool
A private little gem located in Spruce Pine NC. 2.5 mi off the Blue Ridge PKWY above the Grassy Creek Golf Club. 2.2 mi to Blue Ridge Regional Hospital. One hour to Asheville, Boone, Blowing Rock and Johnson City, TN, with everything you need for spending time in NW North Carolina. This studio style carriage house with full kitchen and bath, has care free parking and privacy through your old stone stairway. 5mi/Little Switzerland, 2.5mi/The Blue Ridge Pkwy

Boat House Cottage - Hiker’s retreat in Linville
Unplug and relax at our Boat House Cottage nestled near the Linville river at the foot of the Linville Gorge. This cozy cottage makes for a great home base for adventurous trips to Western NC. Easy access to hiking, biking, and paddling. A stocked kitchenette allows for making adventure snacks, or take the short drive to Fonta Flora Brewery. The king bed and comfy futon allow for post-adventure relaxing, outdoor fire pit available or cool off in the river.

Artisan Gem -2BR- Walk to river, coffee + more
You'll feel at home at the Blue Walnut House, a freshly updated cottage in "The Gem of the Mountains". Relax, play some records & enjoy proximity to local attractions. • Only 1 mile to Blue Ridge Hospital • Close to everything by foot or car! • 5-min walk to a local coffee shop • 10-min walk to downtown dining and shops • 9-min drive to Blue Ridge Parkway • 14-min scenic drive to Penland School of Craft • 8-min to groceries

Tiny Creekside- A Couples Retreat
Discover a modern and eclectic couples retreat at Tiny Creekside. Unwind from the day to day grind and reconnect with nature in this 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom vacation rental tucked away in Western North Carolina. This is the perfect home base for all your WNC adventures. Quick access to lots of hiking and biking trails. Plenty of activities, restaurants and sights a short drive away. Dog friendly with no pet fee!

Smokey and Ginger's Stargazing Studio/Unit 3
We have electricity, good well water, laundry, and WIFI! Escape from the storm with everyday luxuries, and a gorgeous view. Check out nearby area's open for business, including Black Mountain, Marion, Blowing Rock, Nantahala, and our sweet local Brewery Hillmann!!! Limit one load of laundry per night. FYI, you share the yard with our other guests and our 3 sweet dogs.

Deep Woods Studio
Enjoy our peaceful ground-level apartment. My house is located just outside of town in a beautiful and quiet neighborhood. You can visit Lake James or the riverside Greenway, but you will get plenty of nature right in the yard. I love feeding the birds and other critters so you will see bluejays, cardinals, squirrels, deer, and one very fat groundhog.

Wildflower Cabin with a Mountain View
Soak up the sweeping views of the Black Mountain Range while sitting on the sunny porch drinking your morning coffee or tea! Sitting up on .75 acres, this cozy home is full of love and eclectic touches and offers a full sized kitchen with all your cooking needs, a coffee bar with a French press and syrups and a box of assorted teas.
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- Pisgah National Forest
- Beech Mountain Ski Resort
- Tweetsie Railroad
- Hawksnest Snow Tubing and Zipline
- Blue Ridge Parkway
- Appalachian Ski Mtn
- Sugar Ski & Country Club
- The North Carolina Arboretum
- Max Patch
- Grandfather Mountain
- River Arts District
- Chimney Rock State Park
- Lake Lure Beach and Water Park
- Land of Oz
- Lake James State Park
- Grandfather Mountain State Park
- Elk River Club
- Jump Off Rock
- Wolf Ridge Ski Resort
- Banner Elk Winery
- Mount Mitchell State Park
- Tryon International Equestrian Center
- Moses H. Cone Memorial Park
- Biltmore House
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