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Our top choices for McDowell County vacation rentals

A wooden deck with a rocking chair and a bench, a lantern, and a window overlooking a forested area.

1. Secluded Mountain Cabin on Private Pond · Fireplace · Hiking Trails · WiFi

Secluded Mountain Cabin on Private Pond · Fireplace · Hiking Trails · WiFi
Marion
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"The Cozy Cabin was perfect! We absolutely loved or stay!! We especially enjoyed our walk in the woods with the hosts friendly dog :)"
United States
Timothy S.
The price is CA $151
CA $273 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Secluded Mountain Cabin on Private Pond · Fireplace · Hiking Trails · WiFi
A garden with a small stream, surrounded by various plants and rocks.

2. 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, (5 reviews)
"Very cozy"
United States
JUSTIN
The price is CA $173
CA $300 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
COZY CABIN minutes from Catawba Falls, and near beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains
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, (52 reviews)
"Nice clean cabin, close to activities but also away from everything enough to be peaceful!"
United States
Melanie
The price is CA $113
CA $383 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Blue Ridge Mountain Air
A view from a window overlooking a snowy patio with a table and chairs, and a balcony railing.

4. 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, (69 reviews)
"We had a lot of communication with the host before and after arrival. The Haus was lovely, quaint and just what we needed to get away from the usual chain hotels. The Haus was clean and very comfortable and had a good range of amenities. The view at sunset was great and we enjoyed sitting on the veranda. We did not use the kitchen facilities, although they appeared more the adequate. All in all this is a lovely hideaway and well worth a visit if you are driving the Blue Ridge Parkway."
United Kingdom
PETER
The price is CA $178
CA $305 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Entire Guest Suite in Haus Edelweiss on the Blue Ridge Parkway
A cozy cabin interior with a green sofa, patterned ottoman, wooden walls, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

5. 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 CA $157
CA $294 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Tiny Home-Mary Ida's Place - walkable location
A yurt with a wooden deck and a small window, surrounded by a forest.

6. 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, (19 reviews)
"Very comfortable home convenient to town, and the host is great!"
United States
Sean D.
The price is CA $143
CA $260 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Earth-Yurt Haven outside of Asheville: peaceful mountain vibes
A modern, two-story building with a black exterior, a front door, and a staircase leading to a deck.

7. 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, (18 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 CA $136
CA $173 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Layla Haus – Marion Tiny Home Fenced Yard Fire Pit
A fountain in a circular water feature surrounded by a grassy area and trees.

8. 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 CA $192
CA $376 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Stay and Play @ Railway Rest, near AVL, trails, falls
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 CA $91
CA $412 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Creekside Base for Hiking & Biking | Near Downtown
A modern kitchen with a central island, built-in appliances, and a staircase with blue steps.

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.
The price is CA $167
CA $248 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Charming 2-bedroom tiny house with AC in peaceful Nebo
A forested campsite with a fire pit, Adirondack chairs, and a picnic table.

11. Cliff's Place - Camper w Deck, Mtn Views, Fire Pit

Cliff's Place - Camper w Deck, Mtn Views, Fire Pit
Old Fort
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"A unique and fantastic stay! Great views. Close to Old Fort and Black Mountain. Would stay again!!!"
United States
Melissa D.
The price is CA $116
CA $415 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Cliff's Place - Camper w Deck, Mtn Views, Fire Pit
A wooden cabin with a balcony, stone foundation, and string lights.

12. Gated Community Log Cabin 45 minutes to Asheville Hot Tub and Outdoor Fireplace

Gated Community Log Cabin 45 minutes to Asheville Hot Tub and Outdoor Fireplace
Marion
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"It was a pleasant experience."
United States
Timothy L.
Gated Community Log Cabin 45 minutes to Asheville Hot Tub and Outdoor Fireplace
A cabin with a deck, surrounded by trees.

13. Gated neighborhood - Hot Tub & Fire Pit

Gated neighborhood - Hot Tub & Fire Pit
Nebo
The price is CA $155
CA $442 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Gated neighborhood - Hot Tub & Fire Pit
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.

14. 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 CA $156
CA $605 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Updated cabin, hot tub views!
A spacious living area with a sofa, a coffee table, and a wooden floor. A spiral staircase leads to an upper level.

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 CA $235
CA $707 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Renovated Cabin, Hot Tub Views!
A two-story wooden house with large windows and a covered porch.

16. Sugar Hill Cabin 45 Min to Asheville Hot Tub Fire pit

Sugar Hill Cabin 45 Min to Asheville Hot Tub Fire pit
Marion
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (4 reviews)
"Very clean cabin. We enjoyed our stay."
United States
Rena M.
Sugar Hill Cabin 45 Min to Asheville Hot Tub Fire pit
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.

17. Mtn views, hot tub, stargazing, firepit, near town

Mtn views, hot tub, stargazing, firepit, near town
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 CA $278
CA $337 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 14 - Dec 15
Mtn views, hot tub, stargazing, firepit, near town
A teal-colored room with a white bench, two black-framed windows, and a white door leading outside.

18. 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)
"So much fun! We would definitely recommend and we plan on going back!"
United States
Paul L.
The price is CA $356
CA $541 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 25 - Nov 26
The Gigi - A Mermaid Houseboat on Lake James
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, (50 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 CA $257
CA $653 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hot Tub! Jarrett Creek Cottage bike/walk to breweries, ice cream, cafes, shops
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden flooring, a television, and comfortable seating.

20. Nature at it's Best

Nature at it's Best
Old Fort
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 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 CA $257
CA $577 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Nature at it's Best
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An indoor swimming pool with clear water, surrounded by grey marble flooring. There are yellow chairs and a blue potted plant near the pool.
Hampton Inn Black Mountain

Hampton Inn Black Mountain

Hampton Inn Black Mountain
Black Mountain

10/10 Excellent

Pool is small but nice to have. Breakfast was typical and good. Room was nice and the location was convenient for where I needed to go.
Canada
Kyla
Reviewed September 5, 2026
Hampton Inn Black Mountain

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