[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 5000sf Designer Mountaintop Retreat, Panoramic Views, Hot Tub, Peaceful Luxury Family-friendly vacation home in Mills River with a hot tub ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57810000/57802500/57802429/5625baf5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![6 bedrooms, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57810000/57802500/57802429/cafda65e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57810000/57802500/57802429/d6a5e8a9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57810000/57802500/57802429/0671183a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, foosball, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57810000/57802500/57802429/1c520e98.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location At 5000sf Designer Mountaintop Retreat, Panoramic Views, Hot Tub, Peaceful Luxury, you can look forward to a firepit, a garden, and an arcade/game room. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. In addition to laundry facilities and a hot tub, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 6 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 185000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Kitchen - Barbecue grill - Parking available - Dryer - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 5000sf Designer Mountaintop Retreat, Panoramic Views, Hot Tub, Peaceful Luxury It's time to unwind. Upscale mid-century meets cozy farmhouse atop Old Forge Mountain (borders Pisgah). The perfect getaway for spreading out & celebrating with friends and family. Enjoy exceptional mountain views surrounding this 5000sf home, soak in the private hot tub, or explore nearby breweries, trails, and mountain towns. 6 mi to AVL Asheville Airport 9 mi to Hendersonville 13 mi to Brevard 15 mi to Asheville Retreat to the best of Mills River and WNC from this central, mountaintop home! KEY FEATURES: ☀ 6 spacious bedrooms; 3 kings, 2 queens + 4 sets of twin bunk beds ☀ 4 full bathrooms; walk-in showers + shower/tub combos ☀ Full kitchen + multiple dining areas (lots of cooking gear/appliances) ☀ Multiple living rooms; Smart TV, games, sunroom, library + more ☀ Screened-in porch with an outdoor dining table ☀ Back deck with breathtaking views, private hot tub + loungers ☀ Large waterfall feature in yard providing the relaxing sound of rolling water ☀ High-speed Wi-Fi + designated workspace for remote workers ☀ Washer + dryer (family-sized) ☀ Free on-site parking for up to 6 vehicles ☀ Easily accessible (Uber/Lyft) to Asheville Airport and Sierra Nevada ☀ Large, flat side yard for kids to play ☀ Fire pit and chairs, wood provided ☀ Prime location near breweries, trails, mountain towns + other local attractions ☆☆ BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS ☆☆ No matter your age, mobility, or sleep preferences, this home has the perfect bedroom for every type of guest. There is a king suite on the main floor with an adjoining bathroom, perfect for folks of an older vintage who find stairs tough to handle. The ensuite bathroom in this suite offers an elegant walk-in shower. The home boasts two more king rooms, one on the upper floor and one on the lower level. The upper-level king room is a spacious suite with stunning mountain views, a sitting area, a workspace, and an adjoining extra room perfect for setting up the portable crib to keep the young ones settled. The ensuite bathroom for this room features a dual vanity and a spacious walk-in shower. The lower-level king room is a cozy and private room, with incredible natural light to wake you each morning. This room features a large dresser that makes it easy to unpack and feel at home. The upper floor has two additional bedrooms, one with two queens and panoramic views, and one with two sets of twin-over-twin bunk beds - perfect for both the young and the young at heart! The lower level also has a bunk room with two sets of twin-over-twin bunk beds for memorable sleepovers. These beds are designed to handle the weight of adults, so don’t feel shy about reliving your childhood memories! There is at least one bathroom located on each floor, so there’s no need to wander between levels if you need to use the restroom in the middle of the night. In addition to the two ensuite bathrooms for king suites on the main and upper floors, there is another full bathroom on the upper and lower levels. Each bathroom has a starter supply of basic toiletries, hair dryer, and a stock of plush white towels set in each bedroom for your whole group. ☆☆ KITCHEN & DINING ☆☆ The beautiful and modern kitchen is fully equipped with everything you’ll need for cooking for large groups, including fun extras like a waffle maker, special popcorn bowls, dual coffee makers, and an electric kettle for tea. Complimentary teas and coffee are included, and there’s no better place to enjoy your morning cup of joe than from the sunroom or back deck with amazing views overlooking the mountains. For mealtime, you can cozy up to the breakfast area (seating for 6-7), dine in the formal dining room (seating for 9-10), or enjoy an alfresco meal on the screened-in porch (seating for 4-6). The German Bier Garden table and benches on the porch were imported from Germany and add a special touch to the mountain ambiance. ☆☆ LOUNGES ☆☆ There are several places to kick back and relax across the home, making it easy to gather as one large group or get some alone time. The grand living room on the main level is the perfect place to hang out as a group, with 4 seating areas, stunning exposed beams, and a natural stone fireplace with the convenience of turn-dial gas logs. There’s also a small library and great natural light for curling up with a good book. The sunroom is another great space to hang out and watch the beautiful mountain skyline view stretching across the entire back of the property. Or, head downstairs and discover the fun game room and TV lounge. This area provides hours of entertainment for the whole family, with a big flat-screen Smart TV, a comfy sectional sofa, and fun games including foosball and bumper pool. There’s also a kitchenette and bistro-style table here, perfect for serving snacks and drinks. ☆☆ OUTSIDE SPACE ☆☆ This stunning mountain home wouldn’t be complete without an expansive outdoor space that shows off the natural beauty of the location. You can enjoy amazing views of the mountains and valley from the entire back deck. We've got a truly luxurious hot tub that is custom-built for relaxation to aid in recovery and rest! Inside, you'll find plenty of beach towels to use for drying off. We've also stacked lightweight outdoor chairs and folding tables for your convenience that can be carried out onto the deck. Walk down from the deck and continue down the picturesque stone stairs and across the backyard into the side yard and you'll see the burbling waterfall feature and small pond as well as large stone fire pit there. We've provided chairs so you can sit back and relax to the sound of running water, the view of the mountains, and the heat of a warm fire. And we make sure there is always some stacked wood inside the shed that you are welcome to use! Although often forgotten about, the front porch is one of our favorite spots. With the view in the back, most people wouldn't think of sitting out front, but we'd recommend it! The wind passes through the trees in such a fantastic way, and this is the perfect place to enjoy it. Sit in one of four rocking Adirondack chairs or grab the hammock from the garage and set it up on the pre-hung carabiners on the trees on the island across the driveway. Please be sure to bring it back in after use to ensure it survives the elements. If you can tear yourself away from the comfort of home, there are some great spots to explore in the nearby area! You’ll be just a short drive from The Biltmore, some awesome breweries like Sierra Nevada, local restaurants, and plenty of outdoor activities like hiking, horseback riding, and even a gem mine! You could also take a day trip to one of the nearby mountain towns - Asheville, Brevard, and Hendersonville are all favorites! ★☆ Book today & let us take care of you in Mills River! ☆★ ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Ski - Close to skiing - Snowboarding nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Massage ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Kitchenette - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Chef service - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 6 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Wheelchair accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service - Safe ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping mall ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Foosball table - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Rafting nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Spelunking nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Unit size: 5,000 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/78000000/77994500/77994494/1c9ba2e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 21-acre multi-home escape with hot tub, hiking trails & waterfalls Hendersonville - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 28 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=77994494&PinnedHotelID=77994494&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91890000/91884500/91884408/6d096790.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Stoney Mountain View’s One Hendersonville - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 29 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=91884408&PinnedHotelID=91884408&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102260000/102250500/102250437/c7c239af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Heated Pool! 85" TV, Arcade, Firepit, Fast WiFi Fletcher - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 10 Exceptional 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-18&selected=102250437&PinnedHotelID=102250437&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93680000/93679600/93679511/0e5249e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Casa Carolina Estate: Beautiful Victorian Mansion on 5 acres in Hendersonville! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention This property does not have elevators A car is required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Gilead House Private Mountain Retreat Near It All ## About the area Located in Mills River, this vacation home is in a rural area and in the mountains. French Broad River and Etowah Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Johnson Farm and Elijah Mountain Gem Mine. Traveling with kids? Consider Team ECCO Ocean Center and Aquarium and Mineral and Lapidary Museum. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. [Visit our Mills River travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Mills-River.dx6324266) [View more Vacation homes in Mills River](https://www.expedia.ca/Mills-River-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6324266-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.37893%2C-82.60391&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=kth2l4ombQeLSz4OTLfkHy1ZZ_0=) Mills River, NC ### What's nearby - Western North Carolina Agricultural Center - 13 min drive - 12.2 km - Sierra Nevada Brewing Company - 15 min drive - 12.3 km - Biltmore Park Town Square - 19 min drive - 20.4 km - Biltmore Estate - 33 min drive - 31.6 km - North Carolina Arboretum - 35 min drive - 26.2 km ### Getting around - Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 14 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Sierra Nevada Brewing Co - ‬16 min drive - ‪Sierra Nevada Taproom & Restaurant - ‬16 min drive - ‪Dunkin' - ‬13 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬9 min drive - ‪Mills River Brewi - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is 5000sf Designer Mountaintop Retreat, Panoramic Views, Hot Tub, Peaceful Luxury pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at 5000sf Designer Mountaintop Retreat, Panoramic Views, Hot Tub, Peaceful Luxury? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at 5000sf Designer Mountaintop Retreat, Panoramic Views, Hot Tub, Peaceful Luxury? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is 5000sf Designer Mountaintop Retreat, Panoramic Views, Hot Tub, Peaceful Luxury located? > Located in the mountains, this family-friendly vacation home is within 9 mi (15 km) of French Broad River, Johnson Farm, and Elijah Mountain Gem Mine. Southridge Shopping Center and Etowah Park are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 5000sf Designer Mountaintop Retreat, Panoramic Views, Hot Tub, Peaceful Luxury Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 27 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Beth Ann B. May 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family base camp during Memorial aervice Beautiful well appointed home. Excellent spaces for being with people, both indoors and outdoors. Well stocked kitchen, excellent reference books available for the region. This was a fabulous spot and we look forward to returning! ##### Beth Ann B. Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Grayson S. Aug 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great spot Very clean, well decorated, well supplied house. Good location. Very satisfied ##### Grayson S. Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael E. Oct 1, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Home with fantastic views We loved this wonderful home with cozy rooms, excellent views and great games! ##### Michael E. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynne G. Mar 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to vacation! Great property with fantastic views. My friends and I really enjoyed this property. It was the perfect mountain getaway with plenty of things to do in the area. Thanks to the host for the bottle of wine to help us celebrate. Also, very much enjoyed the outdoor hot tub and firepit area. Definitely would recommend this vacation home. Perfectly kept and very welcoming! Hope to revisit! ##### Lynne G. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### angela s. Dec 8, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Holiday Family Trip Property was perfection, we forgot we were staying in a rental (felt like a family home). Host provided everything one would need. My mother is very particular and hard to please, she had no complaints. Bedding, towels, floors very clean. Host thought of everything. ##### angela s. Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jannell B. Jul 18, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family mountain fun Our stay at Gilead House was amazing. The house was stylish , immaculately clean, well appointed and very comfortable. The mountain setting was so beautiful. Yates and Liz were great communicators. In addition to excellent house management, they provided us with all the info we needed to make the most of our time in the area. We really couldn’t have asked for more! ##### Jannell B. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matt M., Naples, Florida Jun 22, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Family Getaway!! This house is amazing! We stayed at the Gilead House for 3 nights and our only regret is we didn't stay longer! Was a great house for multiple families to stay in. The downstairs bedrooms, living room, and kitchenette offered almost a separate living space for a little separation for another family or older kids to hang out. We enjoyed the campfire every night, what a setup! The house was very organized and equipped. We are hosts as well for one of our properties, and I was taking notes! Thanks again for helping our 2 families make memories together in Asheville. ##### Matt M. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicole E. Nov 1, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Talk about a dream house! I can’t say enough about this place! When you walk in, it feels like a pier 1 catalog! Every single thing you could think of is on hand. Every nook and cranny is sparkling clean. The beds are more comfortable than our new one at home!! Puzzles were a huge hit, not to mention the hot tub with the killer view. Private but not far from local hot spots and grocery stores. The hosts checked in to make sure we didn’t need any specific item or just local info even. We will absolutely be back as often as possible!! ##### Nicole E. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tom F. Jul 25, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house Our family had good stay in mountain house. Nice house, everything as advertised. ##### Tom F. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Margaret A., Atlanta Apr 12, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Dreamy mountain get away We loved our time at Liz and Yates’s well appointed home. We could have easily stayed indoors the whole time enjoying the books and puzzles, games and views. The weather was great during our stay though and we loved adventuring in the area and enjoying our secluded mountain perch. Everything has been so well considered from clean up towels for mountain adventures to an impressive selection of glassware to intuitive and detailed instructions on any question you may have about the home or area. Our children LOVED the bunk beds and kid appealing features; beds were super comfortable. The whole place is airy, bright and ideal for a relaxing week in the mountains. Personal favorite was the screen porch with the Biergarten table. 6 of us dined there enjoying music, breeze and an easy supper. It was magic. Highly recommend. ##### Margaret A. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### marcia w. Dec 1, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Thanksgiving stay at Gilead Our extended family thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Gilead over Thanksgiving. The house is perfect for a large group – spacious, lovely décor, well stocked, good location and the view is fantastic. We loved watching sunrise from the sunroom. Liz and Yates are great hosts. Thanks for thinking of everything to make our stay so comfortable/amazing and for answering all our questions so promptly! ##### marcia w. Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Annie S. Oct 24, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great home ! Lovely place for a stay in Asheville. Very clean and very well stocked. Good communication. A+! ##### Annie S. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kellen C. Oct 19, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Mountain Getaway Wonderful home in Mills River! Very well done with great views and attentive hosts. ##### Kellen C. Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tara R. Aug 26, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sparkling house with amazing views We had a wonderful stay at Gilead. Yates and Liz have left no detail overlooked, including an incredible guidebook. The house was very clean and well stocked. Our group of 13 fit easily. I’m already missing the mountain view. Thank you!! ##### Tara R. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jaime D. Aug 7, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house! Perfect for large families and close enough to Asheville - daily trips are easy. Great property!! Liz and Jarvis were super responsive throughout the entire duration of our stay. The home is beautiful and close to a ton of nature and city! ##### Jaime D. Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bryan F. Jun 30, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous Place! Our flight to Puerto Rico was cancelled at the last minute so our 2 families (8 total) had to scramble to make lemonade from our vacation lemons. We found this place available the next day and for the week that was to be our vacation. Off we drove and arrived at a beautiful home, well appointed with every detail considered. We had a great stay in the Asheville area, with this convenient house as our home base. We would recommend to others! ##### Bryan F. Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Abigail S., Ocala, Fl Jan 3, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely Mountain Escape Our group of 5.5 thoroughly enjoyed our visit at this beautiful home. It is well equipped with everything you could need and you can’t beat the location. We enjoyed exploring downtown Asheville, visiting the gem mines, eating fabulous food and stopping through the locals towns. 10 out of 10 would recommend! ##### Abigail S. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jay S. Nov 9, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Girls weekend Five best friends visiting for our annual girls weekend. We loved our time here. This house was beautiful and spotless. Gorgeous views. Location is great. The hosts were excellent. Highly recommend! ##### Jay S. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Teddy C. Sep 7, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Incredible house and view! Incredible property with a great view. ##### Teddy C. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gina W. Aug 15, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home, lovely property! We loved our stay here! The property is situated in a great spot - close enough to town for grocery runs/restaurants, but far enough away to feel secluded and immersed in nature. The house itself is beautiful, and the owners were super responsive, helpful and anxious to make our stay a great one! ##### Gina W. Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jennifer K. Aug 7, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family gathering This house was gorgeous! The location was great. Just a short drive to Asheville, Hendersonville and Brevard. We ask saw lots of wildlife driving to and from the house every day. Any questions we had during our stay were answered right away. We would definitely stay here again. ##### Jennifer K. Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cameron D. Jul 2, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved this house! We cannot say enough wonderful things about this property. We went to Asheville for 5 days with 4 families. There were 15 people total (7 adults and 8 kids). We never once felt cramped. Plenty of places to relax and spread out. The location was great for accessing all that the Asheville area has to offer. We drove into downtown every night for dinner and the 30 minute drive was easy and never seemed to be a burden at all. The homeowners are amazing to work with. Communication was easy and quick. They have done a wonderful job creating a website specific to the house and the area for your travel needs. They cover it all. I’d recommend 100% to anyone wanting a perfect getaway. ##### Cameron D. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Becky R. May 3, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Birthday celebration We had a wonderful trip - gorgeous house, and a fantastic location! Thank you for everything! ##### Becky R. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne J. Apr 11, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Gorgeous Views The owners were meticulous to take care of every detail. Not only are the views stunning but the home was beautiful. Highly recommend! ##### Anne J. Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ashley S. Nov 30, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Thanksgiving family weekend This property will not disappoint - any time of year. The view alone was well worth our 14 hour drive from Texas. Liz was a wonderful host and has curated the house with beautiful furniture and artwork. She supplied the house with items in the kitchen for our Thanksgiving meal and activities geared for all of our family members (8 months-74 years). We felt no need to leave during our stay (even though it was very conveniently located to the grocery, breweries and hikes) and were very sad to drive away. ##### Ashley S. 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