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A garden with a small stream, surrounded by various plants and rocks.

1. COZY CABIN minutes from Catawba Falls, and near beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains

COZY CABIN minutes from Catawba Falls, and near beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains
Old Fort
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"The tiny home is beautiful. Clean. Quiet. The grounds are lovely. Park like setting. The location is perfect. Close to Asheville. Close to the Blueridge Parkway. Great food close by. I recommend this place for anyone who wants some R&R and/or shopping and eating in Asheville, NC. Beautiful scenery is all around. I had a great time.Sonya"
United States
sonya s.
The price is €202
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
COZY CABIN minutes from Catawba Falls, and near beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains
A cozy cabin interior with a green sofa, patterned ottoman, wooden walls, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

2. Tiny Home-Mary Ida's Place - walkable location

Tiny Home-Mary Ida's Place - walkable location
Old Fort
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (48 reviews)
"Great stay! Everything we needed and close to everything Old Fort has to offer. Will stay again."
United States
Bruce H.
The price is €190
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Tiny Home-Mary Ida's Place - walkable location
A cabin with a deck, outdoor seating, and a view of the surrounding forest.

3. Blue Ridge Mountain Air

Blue Ridge Mountain Air
Old Fort
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (50 reviews)
"Nice clean cabin, close to activities but also away from everything enough to be peaceful!"
United States
Melanie
The price is €314
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Blue Ridge Mountain Air
A fountain in a circular water feature surrounded by a grassy area and trees.

4. Stay and Play @ Railway Rest, near AVL, trails, falls

Stay and Play @ Railway Rest, near AVL, trails, falls
Old Fort
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (130 reviews)
"Great hosts that were super helpful. I was working on a trail build at Camp Grier, so location was perfect."
United States
Paul M.
The price is €235
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Stay and Play @ Railway Rest, near AVL, trails, falls
A view from a window overlooking a snowy patio with a table and chairs, and a balcony railing.

5. Entire Guest Suite in Haus Edelweiss on the Blue Ridge Parkway

Entire Guest Suite in Haus Edelweiss on the Blue Ridge Parkway
Marion
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (67 reviews)
"Loved our stay! Views were beautiful & hosts were lovely. Looking forward to staying again!"
United States
Lauren L.
The price is €202
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Entire Guest Suite in Haus Edelweiss on the Blue Ridge Parkway
A modern, two-story building with a black exterior, a front door, and a staircase leading to a deck.

6. Layla Haus – Marion Tiny Home Fenced Yard Fire Pit

Layla Haus – Marion Tiny Home Fenced Yard Fire Pit
Marion
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"extremely peaceful location and super cozy along with amazing kitchen appliances updated bathroom. I felt like I was at a high-end hotel."
United States
Kate
The price is €143
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Layla Haus – Marion Tiny Home Fenced Yard Fire Pit
A yurt with a wooden deck and a small window, surrounded by a forest.

7. Earth-Yurt Haven outside of Asheville: peaceful mountain vibes

Earth-Yurt Haven outside of Asheville: peaceful mountain vibes
Old Fort
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"Very comfortable home convenient to town, and the host is great!"
United States
Sean D.
The price is €175
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Earth-Yurt Haven outside of Asheville: peaceful mountain vibes
A cabin with a deck, surrounded by dense forest.

8. Into the woods 45 Min to Asheville w/ Hot Tub

Into the woods 45 Min to Asheville w/ Hot Tub
Marion
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (7 reviews)
"Great location "
United States
Sean D.
Into the woods 45 Min to Asheville w/ Hot Tub
A modern kitchen with black cabinets, white subway tiles, wooden flooring, and built-in appliances.

9. Creekside Base for Hiking & Biking | Near Downtown

Creekside Base for Hiking & Biking | Near Downtown
Old Fort
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"I have rented many places and I’m ranking this as one of the best rentals I have ever rented.1. Communication: Ben was extremely responsive and friendly.2. Location: The town of Old Fort has gone through a lot in the past few years, but that has not diminished its charm and resilience. The house sits on a beautiful creek and has a great view of the sunrise which we enjoyed from the screened in porch. The house is walking distance from downtown. The downtown has several breweries with great...
United States
Jason K.
The price is €310
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Creekside Base for Hiking & Biking | Near Downtown
A wooden sign with 'Welcome to Our Home' text, a rustic barrel, and a wooden fence with flowers.

10. Charming 2-bedroom tiny house with AC in peaceful Nebo

Charming 2-bedroom tiny house with AC in peaceful Nebo
Nebo
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"I absolutely loved this place! I enjoyed the fire pit while sipping on a glass of vino with my little pup under the stars. The place was quiet amd I even had a few deer that came to visit. Location was excellent to downtown Marion. I loved the record collection she has too! That probably was my favorite! The place was perfect for what I needed. U came to experience the Bigfoot Festival for the first time and didn't want to stay too far away do this place was great. Went to Lake James amd had...
United States
Christina E.
Charming 2-bedroom tiny house with AC in peaceful Nebo
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden flooring, a television, and comfortable seating.

11. Nature at it's Best

Nature at it's Best
Old Fort
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay and would gladly return. The host was incredibly responsive and considerate, and we appreciated the thoughtful breakfast items, including fresh eggs, orange juice, and muffins. The location was excellent, and the extra touches made the home feel especially welcoming and comfortable."
United States
Hallie B.
The price is €376
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Nature at it's Best
A wooden deck with a picnic table and a game board, surrounded by a forested area.

12. Great Life At Grants Mountain Hot Tub-Fire Pit-WiFi-Fireplace

Great Life At Grants Mountain Hot Tub-Fire Pit-WiFi-Fireplace
Marion
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Great place , would stay there again."
United States
Gary F.
Great Life At Grants Mountain Hot Tub-Fire Pit-WiFi-Fireplace
A spacious living area with a wooden ceiling, a built-in kitchen, a cozy sofa, and a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor deck.

13. Updated cabin, hot tub views!

Updated cabin, hot tub views!
Spruce Pine
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"This property is stunning, inside and out. The kitchen area is gorgeous, the walls are beautiful, and the beds are perfect. Incredibly clean and expertly maintained. The views from the wrap-around porch each morning are everything we could have asked for. The owners are expert communicators, and made us feel right at home. We will absolutely be staying here next time we're in town!"
United States
Ben G.
The price is €388
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Updated cabin, hot tub views!
A cozy living room with a wooden ceiling, a gray sofa with patterned cushions, a woven coffee table, and a large window with a view of greenery.

14. Pool, close to town, nearby waterfalls!

Pool, close to town, nearby waterfalls!
Old Fort
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Loved our stay! Couldn’t have asked for a better place. Well appointed."
United States
James M.
The price is €230
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Pool, close to town, nearby waterfalls!
A compact kitchen with a gas stove, wooden cabinets, and a dining table with chairs.

15. Renovated Cabin, Hot Tub Views!

Renovated Cabin, Hot Tub Views!
Spruce Pine
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Super cute cabin, we had a great time! Perfect for a romantic weekend. "
United States
Amanda M.
The price is €400
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Renovated Cabin, Hot Tub Views!
A teal-colored room with a white bench, two black-framed windows, and a white door leading outside.

16. The Gigi - A Mermaid Houseboat on Lake James

The Gigi - A Mermaid Houseboat on Lake James
Nebo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (7 reviews)
"The family and I had a great weekend on the lake in this boat. For two kids and two adults it is a bit small, but we were staying with friends camping in the national forest which was perfect as we used the boat as a big tent you could ride around on and swim while cooking burgers."
United States
Matthew S.
The price is €360
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
The Gigi - A Mermaid Houseboat on Lake James
A log cabin with a stone chimney, a wooden deck, and a stone staircase leading to the entrance.

17. Private STUNNING MTN VIEWS LogCabin Jetted Tub EV Charger WIFI 15 min-Lake James

Private STUNNING MTN VIEWS LogCabin Jetted Tub EV Charger WIFI 15 min-Lake James
Marion
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (290 reviews)
"Amazing host and cabin! Our stay was wonderful!"
United States
Lauren W.
The price is €585
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Private STUNNING MTN VIEWS LogCabin Jetted Tub EV Charger WIFI 15 min-Lake James
A covered outdoor seating area with two chairs and a table, overlooking a forested landscape.

18. 3BR River Retreat w/ Sunroom & Swimming Hole

3BR River Retreat w/ Sunroom & Swimming Hole
Marion
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Beautiful property! We enjoyed the "swimming hole" in the heat and the kitchen was fully stocked. I would recommend an SUV or all wheel drive vehicle to be able to get in and out of the steep drive, but we loved the secluded feel of the property."
United States
Shannon H.
The price is €349
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
3BR River Retreat w/ Sunroom & Swimming Hole
A house with a deck overlooking a stream, surrounded by trees and a grassy hillside.

19. Hot Tub! Jarrett Creek Cottage bike/walk to breweries, ice cream, cafes, shops

Hot Tub! Jarrett Creek Cottage bike/walk to breweries, ice cream, cafes, shops
Old Fort
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (47 reviews)
"We loved our stay at Jarrett Creek Cottage. We rented the house for a nearby trail race, and I could not have asked for better convenience and comfort. The back deck was so relaxing. "
United States
Leah N.
The price is €422
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Hot Tub! Jarrett Creek Cottage bike/walk to breweries, ice cream, cafes, shops
A wooden deck with a sofa and table, large sliding glass doors, and a view of trees.

20. NEW Mountain Modern Hideaway! - Walk to Disc Golf

NEW Mountain Modern Hideaway! - Walk to Disc Golf
Marion
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Great stay. Well appointed, great layout, clean, great location, would definitely stay again."
United States
Trevor L.
The price is €443
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
NEW Mountain Modern Hideaway! - Walk to Disc Golf
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