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Stay and Play @ Railway Rest, near AVL, trails, falls

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A spacious living room with a ceiling fan, wooden flooring, a gray sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a television.
A fountain in a circular water feature surrounded by a grassy area and trees.
A living room with a television, a sofa, a rocking chair, and a globe on the wall.
A dining area with a round table, two chairs, and a door with a glass panel.
A white house with a porch, surrounded by lush greenery and trees.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 1% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Internet
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Old Fort, NC
  • Place, Pisgah National Forest
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Fort Railroad Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Arrowhead Monument
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

Second bedroom

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Hall bath

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Old Fort

Located in Old Fort, this vacation home is in a rural area. Arrowhead Monument and Davidson's Fort Historic Park are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Chimney Rock State Park and Pisgah National Forest. Old Fort Railroad Museum and The Merry Wine Market are also worth visiting. Kayaking and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Old Fort, NC

What's nearby

  • Pisgah National Forest - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Old Fort Railroad Museum - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Arrowhead Monument - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Catawba Falls - 10 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Biltmore Estate - 34 min drive - 51.6 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Clouds - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Centennial Eatery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪B Side Bakery & Books - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stay and Play @ Railway Rest, near AVL, trails, falls pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Stay and Play @ Railway Rest, near AVL, trails, falls?

As of Nov 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stay and Play @ Railway Rest, near AVL, trails, falls on Nov 9, 2026 start from $220, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stay and Play @ Railway Rest, near AVL, trails, falls?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stay and Play @ Railway Rest, near AVL, trails, falls?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stay and Play @ Railway Rest, near AVL, trails, falls located?

Situated in a rural location, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Pisgah National Forest, Old Fort Railroad Museum, and Arrowhead Monument. Mountain Gateway Museum and Old Fort Picnic Area are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 129 out of 130 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 130 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 130 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 130 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 130 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful and friendly hosts. Provided wonderful bread and eggs. Very appreciative of all they did and their great hospitality.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great hosts that were super helpful. I was working on a trail build at Camp Grier, so location was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 2, 2026
Thank you for your review, Paul. We’re glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you come back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location. House was very clean and kitchen was well stocked. Loved the fresh eggs and banana bread we had for breakfast. Lots of hiking trails nearby. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 28, 2026
Thank you for your review, Judy. We’re glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you’ll stay with us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely wonderful. Communication was great as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Apr 23, 2026
Thank you, Ron. We’re glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were in Old Fort for the night and this was a very comfortable and welcoming place to stay. The coffee, banana bread, and eggs were much appreciated!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 16, 2026
Thank you, Shelley. We hope you’ll stay with us again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a cute and cozy place with everything we needed to be comfortable and enjoy our time
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 31, 2025
Thank you for your review, Steve!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming home and owners! The amenities were numerous and the accommodations were great! Everything we needed for a great long weekend. The kitchen was well appointed and the beds slept so well!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 26, 2026
Thank you for your review, Diana. We hope to have you as our guest again soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful place to stay for anyone who loves the outdoors! Hosts were great and the items provided for breakfast were enjoyed by all :)! I would recommend!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 13, 2025
Thank you for your review! We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay and your breakfast 😊
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
6th time staying here, feels like our home away from home. Really appreciate hosts attention to detail. Our favorite R &R place.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 19, 2025
Thank you so much for your review and for being a repeat guest! We look forward to next time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay, always clean and hosts are more than gracious.

Wonderful and peaceful as always.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 27, 2023
Thank you for staying with us again and for your review. We really appreciate our repeat guests and look forward to the next visit!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place for our getaway. As advertised. Exceptionally clean. Had a nice relaxing time.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 25, 2025
Thank you for your review, Mark. Glad you were able to getaway and relax!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time and wish that we could’ve stayed longer! Margaret thinks of every little touch that is needed!!! we will definitely be back!!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Dec 16, 2025
Thank you for your review, Marybeth! We hope to host you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Railway Rest is perfect! Great location for biking, hiking, and relaxing. David and Margaret go out of their way with great communication and a comfortable, clean, and well stocked home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 18, 2025
Thanks for your review, William. We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay and were able to take advantage of some of the outdoor recreation in the area.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location!

Very clean, nice place. Close to everything Old Fort. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 21, 2024
Thank you! We appreciate your review and hope to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful home.

Super clean, comfy bed, everything you need plus breakfast items and homemade banana nut bread. Hosts were great and extremely helpful with tips for the area. Great vacation in the beautiful NC mountains.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 4, 2020
Thank you for your kind words, Belinda. We're always happy to help our guests during their stay and we're so glad you enjoyed your trip to the mountains!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect little place

My friend and I ran a 50mile race that started and ended at Camp Grier and this little house was perfect! Quiet and cozy and cute as can be!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 23, 2025
Thank you for your review! We’re so glad you found the house to be “perfect”. We hope you enjoyed the race too!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy

Very peaceful and clean. Extra touches made us feel welcomed.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on May 4, 2025
Thank you for your review, Michelle. We hope you’ll stay with us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very friendly, easy to reach property owners

We had a great stay, and were welcomed by homemade bread, fresh butter and eggs. It was just the size home need needed as our home away from home, and everything was well cared for in the home!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 4, 2024
Thank you for your review! We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to host you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay for Race!

Margaret and Bill made us feel right at home! Ideal spot in Old Fort. I'll be back next year! 🚲
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 23, 2023
So glad you enjoyed your stay! We’ll see you next year!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean! Loved the banana bread & eggs! Perfect for us as we were in town for a wedding. Had everything we needed. Liked that location was in the valley and we did not need to go up the mountain to get there.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Railway respite

This was our second time staying at Railway Rest. It's a peaceful, clean, quiet getaway only a short distance from Old Fort. Margaret and David are fabulous hosts and made us feel so welcome. Very enjoyable stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 13, 2023
Thank you. We’re glad you enjoyed your stay and love repeat guests! Until next time..
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Stay at Railroad Rest

This house was just what we needed for our mountain getaway. It was close enough to each of the places we wished to visit such as Grandfather Mountain and Mount Mitchell, as well as numerous waterfalls. Also enjoyed the restaurants that were recommended like the Blue Ridge Biscuit Company, Hillman Beer, and cinnamon rolls from Gogo’s. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 29, 2022
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay and found our home to be convenient to area attractions and waterfalls. Thank you for your review. We look forward to hosting you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Touches

We enjoyed our stay, and truly appreciated the hosts' lovely touches! Clean and comfy!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location, size and super clean

This was the perfect getaway home for our family. Our toddler loved exploring the fields, and watching the train from across the road. Everything was extremely clean, and the owners were very communicative.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 29, 2023
Thank you for your review, Joshua. We're so glad you and your little one enjoyed the house and the yard! We hope to host you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girl trip

Enjoyed the house so much. Had a wonderful girl trip and your home made it the best. Will stay again. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on May 19, 2024
Thanks for your review! We would be happy to host you again!
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