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Three Peaks Retreat
Your home base to explore the area’s many trails & waterfalls! This historic home is minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway. Enjoy a spacious bedroom with a king-size Nectar mattress and a luxurious bathroom. Attached is a kitchenette with microwave, coffee maker, and fridge/freezer. Savor your favorite beverage from the breakfast nook with picture window that overlooks the meadows. Private entrance, fenced yard with table. 5 acre property with pond and wildlife. Breakfast foods provided & Laundry

Cozy art bus near I-40, peaceful country views
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 - A/C, heaters - Host on-site - Early check-in often available ($5) - Easy check-out

"mac": romantic tiny home + outdoor tub + fire pit
mac provides all the luxuries of large living + an expansive outdoor area. the outdoor tub/shower in the screened-in patio is your own private spa/lounge w privacy curtains! hanging chairs by the fire pit offer a serene and comfy nook. mac is a perfect base camp for the many trails, lakes, rivers, mtns + cute nearby towns or just stay put! mac is situated on a 1.34 acre plot in a modest neighborhood 2 miles from marion's cute main street. mac knows love is love and he welcomes all!

Peaceful Farmstay | Wine, Views & Friendly Animals
Ever have a moment where you just stop and breathe it all in? That’s what this hillside farm is for...peaceful mountain views, sunsets from the summer kitchen, and the quiet joy of farm life. Wake to foggy hills and coffee, end your day with wine by the fire. With pigs, birds, a big fluffy farm dog, and space to just be... this is the reset you didn’t know you needed. Perfect for a romantic escape, girls trip, or a cozy family retreat... where stars shine, and life slows down.

cozy, private retreat w/ hot tub & fireplace
Tucked back in the quiet of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Little Mountain A-Frame is your next favorite cabin getaway. Set on seven acres of woods, there's privacy and seclusion without losing the benefit of being only 10 minutes from town, where you'll find breweries, a winery, restaurants, shops, and the famous Catawba Falls hike! Visit our viral (90,000+ followers!) ig 'littlemountainaframe' for more! **FOR CALENDAR INFO: Please see the FAQ at the bottom**

Hidden Cabin Escape| Hiking+Waterfall+Farm
⭐️ Secluded Cabin on a mountainside ⭐️Surrounded by mountain Laurel, rhododendron and creeks ⭐️Close to Old Fort, Black Mountain and Asheville ⭐️Hiking on site with trail to Waterfall ⭐️On 90 acres backed up to Pisgah National Forest ⭐️ Small farm on site with goats, donkey and pony. ⭐️Marion recently voted #1 area to purchase vacation property by Travel & Leisure ⭐️ Black-out shades on all windows and doors Stay up to date on IG @stillhouse_creek_cabins

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.

Luxurious Secluded Romantic Treehouse with Hot Tub
***2020 #1 Airbnb Most Wish-listed property in North Carolina*** Take a short walk on well lit path to an oasis in the woods. A swinging bridge welcomes you to a quiet, cozy home in the trees, surrounded by native Laurel and abundant hardwoods. Listen to the birds while having your morning coffee on the deck or relax in the hot tub below. The home is located on 14 acres. Old Fort is 10 minutes to Black Mountain and 20 minutes to Asheville.

View, Outdoor Tub, Hiking Trls, 30minto Asheville
🍁 Suspended, Treehouse With Views 🍁 Hiking trails to a Waterfall 🍁 Fire-pit with Hammock Swings 🍁 Outdoor Kitchen Countertop with Blackstone 🍁 Outdoor Tub 🛁 - Will be CLOSED Mid Nov - March due to below freezing temps. 📍 5 mins to Old Fort, NC 📍 15 mins to Marion 📍 20 mins to Black Mountain 📍 30 mins to downtown Asheville 📍 25 mins to Blue Ridge Parkway 📍 45 mins to Mt. Mitchell (highest peak east of the Mississippi)

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!
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Mary Ida’s Place in-town, walkable location

Hot Tub +Fireplace +Relaxing Riverfront View +WiFi

Creekside Mountain Retreat in Cattail Creek
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- Grandfather Golf & Country Club
- Moses H. Cone Memorial Park
- Biltmore Forest County Club
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