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Easy Breezy beach house on secluded waterfront
🏝️🌞🐬 Take it easy at this unique and tranquil beach cottage nestled in the woods on the Albemarle sound! This hidden gem provides a unique combo of a rural getaway and the beach! Wildlife is truly plentiful at this romantic escape or family vacay- see dolphins, otters, turtles, etc. Enjoy 3 cozy bedrooms, new hot tub, private dock, kayaks, personal balcony off each room with amazing views! Located conveniently between downtown Elizabeth city and Outer Banks. Relaxation and serenity awaits you!🌊🏖️☀️

Creekside Cottage on Pine Orchard Creek, Todd, NC
Beautiful cottage overlooking Pine Orchard Creek! Enjoy the picture perfect setting of Todd, NC. Our cottage is part of a 17 acre historic farm dating back to 1881. Play in our huge yard, take a dip in the creek, or a hike up our mountain to our private lookout! 1/2 mile from New River with tubing, kayaking and fishing! 15 min to Boone, 15 min to West Jefferson. Perfect for a weekend getaway or for ASU parents! Stocked with goodies including local coffee, our farm fresh eggs, and homemade bread.

Secluded Mountain House 20min -> Asheville
Take in gorgeous sunsets on a secluded 12 acre mtn lot with newly renovated house 20 minutes west of Downtown Asheville. Enjoy the seasonal splendors of the mountain property while warming yourself by a fire inside or out. Our kitchen is fully stocked and the house runs on potable well water so you’ll be able to enjoy family meals. Only 10 minutes from I40, it won’t take long to get to the trails in Pisgah National Forest (South) or the front door of the Biltmore Estate (both fully reopened).

Private cozy lake home with indoor pool!
Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space. Secluded home yet close to town. Nestled in a quiet cove right off the main channel on Lake Hickory. It has a heated indoor pool so even in the winter time you can enjoy the water with view of the lake. There is a dock as well. So if you happen to want to enjoy the lake, you can. The house has its own boat ramp so if you want to bring your own boat you can. If not there are places to rent them from. Hope you come and enjoy our piece of paradise.

Cabin in the Clouds
Cabin in the Clouds is a beautiful, one bedroom vacation home in a secluded, private community that's very quiet and has been renovated in 2023. The bathroom was completely remodeled, new living room furniture, new marble top dining room table, refurbished bedroom, new floors. There's a beautiful view from our porch that has deck furniture and propane grill. Inside is an open layout with open beam ceiling and pine paneling. Black Mountain is a quaint vacation town, you will love this place.

The Mothership
Welcome to the Mothership, an octagonal post and beam cottage built for those with a love of the outdoors. Located on our small farm in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, we are a perfect launching point for adventure. Lake James and the Linville Gorge are only 20 minutes away, Asheville 45 minutes, and Charlotte only an hour. Explore countless waterfalls, miles of trails, or kayak our beautiful rivers during the day, and relax in the hot tub and shoot pool in the evening.

Tranquil, Stylish and The Views!
Experience tranquility and breathtaking mountain ambiance at our 2BR 2Bath brand-new cabin nestled in the charming town of Banner Elk, NC. Its secluded location allows you to escape the hustle and bustle while close to Beech & Sugar Mountain Ski Resorts, Grandfather Mountain, and many more scenic landmarks. ✔ 2 Comfortable BRs ✔ Open Design Living ✔ Locally-Crafted Furniture ✔ Fully Equipped Kitchen ✔ 3 Decks (Hot Tub, Seating) ✔ Smart TVs ✔ High-Speed Wi-Fi ✔ Free Parking

2BR Mtn Top View • Hot Tub • Cashiers & Highlands
Mountain top retreat nestled at 4000ft elevation. Between the Blue Ridge Mountains and a Christmas tree farm. Enjoy expansive views in this secluded home away from home. Located in Glenville, NC just 17 minutes to Cashiers and 33 minutes to Highlands. This 2/2 is a perfect couples getaway or come enjoy it with some friends and family. This westward facing house will have you enjoying unmatched sunsets every night after a day full of exploring the area. @stayatstardust

Cedar Serenity – Private Romantic Retreat
This peaceful haven gives couples and business travelers a retreat of comfort and calm for both leisure and remote work. Sink into a plush king bed, refresh in the oversized shower with three invigorating heads, and share coffee on the screened porch before an evening soak in the hot tub on your private patio. With high‑speed internet and a secluded 10.5‑acre setting, it’s an easy escape that feels a world away in Chatham County. And only 15 min from Pittsboro

Secluded Cottage on the Farm-close to Parkway
Retreat to the mountains in this secluded white cottage on the farm. At our little white house, you’ll be able to gaze at the twinkling constellations while enjoying the fire pit, sit on the back porch and admire the Blue Ridge Parkway in the distance while listening to the creek, and live side by side with our farm’s prize-winning Brown Swiss cattle. *Please note the fireplace is not operational.

Rocky Knoll Hideaway | Visit Family | Quiet Escape
Welcome to Rocky Knoll Hideaway — your peaceful home base for visiting family, relaxing, and recharging. Tucked among the trees, this cozy private cottage offers the perfect blend of quiet seclusion and convenient access to the area. Whether you’re here for a weekend visit, a holiday stay, or just a break from the busy pace of life, Rocky Knoll Hideaway offers a warm, welcoming place to land.

Waterfall Cottage
Built in 2010, Waterfall Cottage provides a romantic, comfortable, rustic retreat space in the woods perched just above a magical flowing mountain stream. Both downtown Asheville and the charming town of Black Mountain are only a 10 to 15 minute drive away. Note: While Swannanoa was hit hard by Hurricane Helene, both our property and our woodsy neighborhood community were not severely damaged.
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