Family-friendly holiday rentals in Swannanoa

Upper Little Brother Lodge

Ascend a colorful mountain road through switchbacks bordered by local wildflowers and mossy boulders to reach Little Brother Lodge nestled along the Great Craggy Mountain Ridgeline. Resting just below the blue ridge parkway and overlooking the beautiful fields and public trails of Warren Wilson College this mountain retreat is surrounded by adventurous opportunity. Enjoy some locally roasted coffee while watching the sunrise hit the mountains peaking through a misty morning at our mountain home.

Sweet and welcoming studio apartment

Clean. Safe. Lovely. Convenient. Studio apartment in our W. Asheville renovated daylight basement. We love hosting families and are pet-friendly. Great neighborhood for walking, 10 minutes to beautiful downtown, a couple minutes to trendy restaurants, & 5 minutes to major highways. Suite has a mini kitchen, dining area, queen bed, bunk beds, & cozy seating area with TV all in one space. Easy check-in, close parking, private entrance and patio, chickens, and (shared) fenced yard with trampoline.

Nature Engulfed Studio ‘Apartment’ On the Mountain

Basement efficiency apartment with kitchenette Secluded: 500 feet from nearest neighbor Small fridge microwave coffee maker cooktop 1 Guest PARKING space: large car 16 STEPS down to the private entrance Close to great hiking 15 minutes from East Asheville or Black Mountain 3000 feet elevation Last quarter mile of drive is up a curvy mountain gravel road Need own vehicle Fine unless Snow 50" TV: Roku & others High speed wifi Maybe spotty cell service OUR INSURANCE LIMITS US TO 2 GUESTS MAXIMUM

The Last Minute Cottage Getaway

The Last Minute Cottage is a cozy recently updated STAND ALONE studio in a converted 1940's garage! It is conveniently located 4 blocks from popular Haywood Road and all the West Asheville shops, restaurants, and bars it has to offer. Looking to get outside? The French Broad River, Carrier Park, and the Greenway are only 1/2 mile away. Easy access to float or stroll the river! The cottage is also conveniently located only 2 miles from downtown and just 1 mile from the River Arts District.

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. It stays toasty warm with propane radiant heat. - 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

The Nook - Obsessively Handmade Hyperlocal AVL

This house is a collection of stories. Stories of cultural and personal history, ecology, and craft. To celebrate this area's incredible legacy of craft, we’ve collaborated with some of the most talented makers in the region. Staying at the Nook you’ll have an experience unheard of in the modern era -- almost everything you touch or interact with was woven, shaped or whittled by hand. *Please note that outdoor bathhouse may not be available during winter months due to low temperatures.

The Understory: Cabin with Outdoor Tub and Sauna

Welcome to The Understory. Nestled deep in the rhododendron covered woods, this romantic hand-crafted tiny home offers you a peaceful and memorable stay just 15 minutes from both Asheville and Black Mountain. The comfortable living space includes a rain shower, king sized bed in a lofted sleeping area, cozy wood stove and a full kitchen. Surrounding the cabin is a large deck with a table and chairs, a luxurious soaking bathtub, and a patio equipped with a fire pit and propane grill.

Scout’s Den Cottage, very close to Black Mountain.

Welcome to Scout's Den! A cozy retreat walkable to all of Black Mountain's amazing restaurants and shopping. This adorable garden studio is separate from the main house and has a carport with space for one vehicle. This is truly an escape! With no internet we encourage our guests to enjoy the natural beauty of the mountains and our small town charm. We do have a TV with a Super Nintendo and DVD player if you feel like staying in. We live on the property full time with our family.

The RhodoDen

As its name suggests, The RhodoDen is a cozy 1974 Airstream Argosy nestled among the rhododendron of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Set along a trickling creek with a bonfire ring and a view of nearby Watch Knob, this is "glamping" at its finest. RhodoDen provides an idyllic place to relax, and is a great basecamp for hiking adventures, dining and nightlife in Asheville and Black Mountain, both of which are only 15 minutes away. Plus we are pet friendly! Update 3/24: We built a roof!

*The StAy FrAme- fire pit & sauna & hot tub*

This unique place has a style all its own. Welcome to the StAy FrAme, a brand new home that is centrally located between Asheville and Black Mountain! Two bedrooms and one bathroom with a full kitchen. Catch the sunset from the hot tub or relax in the barrel sauna after a long hike! Enjoy cool mountain evenings in front of the gas fireplace or the solo stove on the patio! There is also a fenced yard for your furry friends-dogs only please ($75 pet fee)

Quiet Cottage Retreat

Adorable cozy cottage located in quiet Grovemont neighborhood (15 minutes from Asheville, 6 minutes to Black Mountain). This is a totally separate dwelling - no contact with hosts necessary to access cottage, keyless entry, and privacy. Enjoy a quiet retreat alone or with loved one. Perfect for folks who need a break or just a change of scenery! Please see "other details" below regarding the impact of Tropical Storm Helene on our area.

The Starling: A Small A-Frame in the Blue Ridge

Feel the mountain breeze in this air inspired rustic A-Frame. Atop the ridge, enjoy year-round views of the mountains from the back porch. Hike up Rhododendron Ridge Trail or cozy up by the wood stove with a book. Start a campfire or listen to the sounds of Bee Tree Creek in the hammock. Nightlife, food, coffee and breweries in Asheville or Black Mountain are 15 minutes away. It's an hour to Great Smokey Mountains National Park!