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Our top choices for McDowell County vacation rentals

A fountain in a circular water feature surrounded by a grassy area and trees.

1. 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 $183
CA $370 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Stay and Play @ Railway Rest, near AVL, trails, falls
A cabin with a deck, outdoor seating, and a view of the surrounding forest.

2. 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 CA $198
CA $485 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Blue Ridge Mountain Air
A cozy cabin interior with a green sofa, patterned ottoman, wooden walls, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

3. 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 $140
CA $279 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Tiny Home-Mary Ida's Place - walkable location
A garden with a small stream, surrounded by various plants and rocks.

4. 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 CA $172
CA $311 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
COZY CABIN minutes from Catawba Falls, and near beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains
A yurt with a wooden deck and a small window, surrounded by a forest.

5. 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 CA $142
CA $272 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Earth-Yurt Haven outside of Asheville: peaceful mountain vibes
A view from a window overlooking a snowy patio with a table and chairs, and a balcony railing.

6. 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 CA $178
CA $319 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
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.

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, (14 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 $173
CA $227 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Layla Haus – Marion Tiny Home Fenced Yard Fire Pit
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden flooring, a television, and comfortable seating.

8. Nature at it's Best

Nature at it's Best
Old Fort
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 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 $255
CA $597 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Nature at it's Best
A cabin with a deck, surrounded by trees.

9. Gated neighborhood - Hot Tub & Fire Pit

Gated neighborhood - Hot Tub & Fire Pit
Nebo
The price is CA $236
CA $569 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Gated neighborhood - Hot Tub & Fire Pit
A two-story log cabin with a balcony and stone foundation.

10. 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.
The price is CA $181
CA $559 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Gated Community Log Cabin 45 minutes to Asheville Hot Tub and Outdoor Fireplace
A modern kitchen with black cabinets, white subway tiles, wooden flooring, and built-in appliances.

11. Creekside Base for Hiking & Biking | Near Downtown

Creekside Base for Hiking & Biking | Near Downtown
Old Fort
"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 $112
CA $480 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Creekside Base for Hiking & Biking | Near Downtown
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.
The price is CA $160
CA $539 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Great Life At Grants Mountain Hot Tub-Fire Pit-WiFi-Fireplace
A forested campsite with a fire pit, Adirondack chairs, and a picnic table.

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

Cliff's Place - Camper w Deck, Mtn Views, Fire Pit
Old Fort
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"Beautiful view and property. Hosts were very kind!"
United States
Grace E.
The price is CA $125
CA $416 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Cliff's Place - Camper w Deck, Mtn Views, 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.

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 CA $277
CA $354 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Pool, close to town, nearby waterfalls!
A wooden sign with 'Welcome to Our Home' text, a rustic barrel, and a wooden fence with flowers.

15. 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 $159
CA $251 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Charming 2-bedroom tiny house with AC in peaceful Nebo
A cabin with a deck, surrounded by dense forest.

16. 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.
The price is CA $154
CA $471 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Into the woods 45 Min to Asheville w/ Hot Tub
A spacious living area with a sofa, a coffee table, and a wooden floor. A spiral staircase leads to an upper level.

17. 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 $149
CA $593 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Renovated Cabin, Hot Tub Views!
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)
"My wife and I are local to the area and wanted to get out and enjoy the lake on a kid free weekend. We enjoyed our time on the houseboat and hope to do it again. John and his team were great hosts and made the outing extremely easy for us. Thank you for a great experience!"
United States
Andrew H.
The price is CA $355
CA $566 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
The Gigi - A Mermaid Houseboat on Lake James
A patio area with a fire pit, two Adirondack chairs, and a small table.

19. Spacious 4BR Lake James Family Retreat/Golf Course/Views/Fire Pit/Gazebo

Spacious 4BR Lake James Family Retreat/Golf Course/Views/Fire Pit/Gazebo
Marion Lake Club
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Our stay was awesome the weather was great! We will definitely stay there in the future!"
United States
Thomas B.
The price is CA $259
CA $745 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Spacious 4BR Lake James Family Retreat/Golf Course/Views/Fire Pit/Gazebo
A two-story wooden house with large windows and a covered porch.

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

Sugar Hill Cabin 45 Min to Asheville Hot Tub Fire pit
Marion
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay. The view is absolutely beautiful. The house was clean and well stocked. I highly recommend it especially for families or larger groups. "
United States
Kristina N.
The price is CA $348
CA $810 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Sugar Hill Cabin 45 Min to Asheville Hot Tub Fire pit
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Top McDowell County Hotel Reviews

The Restoration Asheville

The Restoration Asheville

10/10 Excellent
"Lovely, unique boutique hotel. Many well designed unusual touches such as a library decor and interesting arched doors. Rooms are large and very well appointed. There’s a fun rooftop bar as well as a basement bar with games and two lane bowling alleys. The fun basket picnic basket was very good."
carol 3-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
The Restoration Asheville

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