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A cozy cabin interior with a green sofa, patterned ottoman, wooden walls, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

1. 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 ￥19,739
￥36,500 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Tiny Home-Mary Ida's Place - walkable location
A fountain in a circular water feature surrounded by a grassy area and trees.

2. 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 ￥20,370
￥40,238 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Stay and Play @ Railway Rest, near AVL, trails, falls
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, (50 reviews)
"Nice clean cabin, close to activities but also away from everything enough to be peaceful!"
United States
Melanie
The price is ￥21,987
￥53,148 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Blue Ridge Mountain Air
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 ￥19,186
￥34,986 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
COZY CABIN minutes from Catawba Falls, and near beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains
A view from a window overlooking a snowy patio with a table and chairs, and a balcony railing.

5. 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 ￥19,739
￥35,431 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Entire Guest Suite in Haus Edelweiss on the Blue Ridge Parkway
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, (18 reviews)
"Very comfortable home convenient to town, and the host is great!"
United States
Sean D.
The price is ￥15,791
￥30,625 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
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, (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 ￥18,222
￥24,111 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Layla Haus – Marion Tiny Home Fenced Yard Fire Pit
A modern kitchen with black cabinets, white subway tiles, wooden flooring, and built-in appliances.

8. 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 ￥17,362
￥58,679 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Creekside Base for Hiking & Biking | Near Downtown
A wooden sign with 'Welcome to Our Home' text, a rustic barrel, and a wooden fence with flowers.

9. 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 ￥17,400
￥27,644 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Charming 2-bedroom tiny house with AC in peaceful Nebo
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.

10. 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 ￥30,792
￥39,703 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Pool, close to town, nearby waterfalls!
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, wooden flooring, a television, and comfortable seating.

11. 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 ￥28,424
￥67,123 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Nature at it's Best
A cabin with a deck, surrounded by trees.

12. Gated neighborhood - Hot Tub & Fire Pit

Gated neighborhood - Hot Tub & Fire Pit
Nebo
The price is ￥13,831
￥46,967 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Gated neighborhood - Hot Tub & Fire Pit
A teal-colored room with a white bench, two black-framed windows, and a white door leading outside.

13. 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 ￥39,478
￥62,253 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
The Gigi - A Mermaid Houseboat on Lake James
A patio area with a fire pit, two Adirondack chairs, and a small table.

14. 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, (9 reviews)
"Our stay was awesome the weather was great! We will definitely stay there in the future!"
United States
Thomas B.
The price is ￥20,426
￥71,102 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Spacious 4BR Lake James Family Retreat/Golf Course/Views/Fire Pit/Gazebo
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 ￥14,757
￥62,727 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Renovated Cabin, Hot Tub Views!
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 ￥26,238
￥63,407 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Into the woods 45 Min to Asheville w/ Hot Tub
A forested campsite with a fire pit, Adirondack chairs, and a picnic table.

17. 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 ￥13,896
￥48,371 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Cliff's Place - Camper w Deck, Mtn Views, 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.

18. Updated cabin, hot tub views!

Updated cabin, hot tub views!
Spruce Pine
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 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 ￥19,931
￥69,804 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Updated cabin, hot tub views!
A wooden deck with a picnic table and a game board, surrounded by a forested area.

19. 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 ￥17,541
￥58,759 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Great Life At Grants Mountain Hot Tub-Fire Pit-WiFi-Fireplace
A covered outdoor seating area with two chairs and a table, overlooking a forested landscape.

20. 3BR River Retreat w/ Sunroom & Swimming Hole

3BR River Retreat w/ Sunroom & Swimming Hole
Marion
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Beautiful property! We enjoyed the "swimming hole" in the heat and the kitchen was fully stocked. I would recommend an SUV or all wheel drive vehicle to be able to get in and out of the steep drive, but we loved the secluded feel of the property."
United States
Shannon H.
The price is ￥31,582
￥60,356 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
3BR River Retreat w/ Sunroom & Swimming Hole
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Top McDowell County Hotel Reviews

Renaissance Asheville Downtown Hotel

Renaissance Asheville Downtown Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean. Staff was friendly. Parking and walking access to restaurants was great."
Cynthia 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Renaissance Asheville Downtown Hotel

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