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Elevated Escape|Lux Treehouse+Hot Tub+Hiking+Farm
⭐️ Brand New Treehouse suspended 16 ft high ⭐️Swinging Bridge ⭐️ Breathtaking Mountain View ⭐️Onsite half mile hike to Waterfall ⭐️Hot Tub on deck with View ⭐️Close to Asheville and Black Mountain ⭐️Hiking/Creek access on site ⭐️ 90 acres backed up to Pisgah Nat’l Forest ⭐️Small petting farm with goats, donkey on site ⭐️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

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

Celo Valley Retreat, with Awesome View
One of the most beautiful views in the whole valley, very close to rivers, streams, waterfalls, fishing, hiking, state parks, and more. Located in a private, quiet country neighborhood with little traffic. This 530 Sq. Ft. studio apartment has an additional 10 Ft. x 20 Ft. deck/balcony out front overlooking the Celo Valley with a spectacular view of the Celo and Black Mountain ranges (see photos). This apt. has its own private entrance. Sorry, we must maintain a no pet policy, no exceptions.

Peaceful Creekside Cabin near Little Switzerland
This is our old home place on the farm were I was raised here with my grand parents. It was remodeled in 2006 with lots of love and holds a special place in our lives. A place to come and relax by the creek. Sit on the porch and rock in the evenings. Fire Pit available by advanced request down by the creek. We furnish the wood and build the fires. we are still farming so you may see tractors, chickens, turkeys or other animals. This is not a party place. Verizon Cell Service WIFI average speed

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

"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!

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**

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

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)

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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- Beech Mountain Ski Resort
- Tweetsie Railroad
- Blue Ridge Parkway
- Appalachian Ski Mtn
- Grandfather Mountain
- River Arts District
- Max Patch
- The North Carolina Arboretum
- Hawksnest Snow Tubing and Zipline
- Chimney Rock State Park
- Lake Lure Beach and Water Park
- Lake James State Park
- Elk River Club
- Grandfather Mountain State Park
- Jump Off Rock
- Land of Oz
- Tryon International Equestrian Center
- Grandfather Golf & Country Club
- Biltmore Forest County Club
- Banner Elk Winery
- Boone Golf Club
- Vineyards for Biltmore Winery
- Moses H. Cone Memorial Park
- Wolf Ridge Ski Resort
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