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Dog-Friendly Mills River Retreat Near Hiking!

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A two-story house with a wooden deck and a staircase leading to a balcony.
A calm lake with a boat and a paddleboard on the shore.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a refrigerator, and a window with a view of greenery.
A modern kitchen with wooden flooring, white cabinets, and a central island with bar stools.
A modern kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a built-in oven, a microwave, and a coffee maker. There is a window with a view of greenery outside.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • By the lake
    Guests love the beautiful lakefront location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Mills River, NC
  • Place, Etowah Valley Golf Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, French Broad River
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Western North Carolina Agricultural Center
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony

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About the neighborhood

Mills River

Located in Mills River, this apartment is on a lake. Feed and Seed and Transylvania Heritage Museum are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Biltmore Park Town Square and Asheville Outlets. Johnson Farm and Western North Carolina Agricultural Center are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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Mills River, NC

What's nearby

  • Etowah Valley Golf Club - 6 min drive - 7.7 km
  • French Broad River - 7 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Davidson River - 10 min drive - 13.5 km
  • Western North Carolina Agricultural Center - 11 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Sierra Nevada Brewing Company - 13 min drive - 16.5 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hustle Wing Co. - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Old Haywood Filling Station - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Salty Landing - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Blue Ridge Pizza Company - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog-Friendly Mills River Retreat Near Hiking! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dog-Friendly Mills River Retreat Near Hiking!?

As of Nov 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dog-Friendly Mills River Retreat Near Hiking! on Nov 8, 2026 start from $186, 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 Dog-Friendly Mills River Retreat Near Hiking!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-Friendly Mills River Retreat Near Hiking!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Dog-Friendly Mills River Retreat Near Hiking! located?

Situated on a lake, this apartment building is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Pisgah National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Etowah Valley Golf Club and Etowah Park. French Broad River and Sideways Farm & Brewery are also within 6 mi (10 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. 17 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place, no complaints at all. It’s a very cozy and comfortable place to stay if you’re looking for somewhere in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The space was clean and tidy, and had all the amenities we needed for our stay. It was easy to access and the location was just lovely and peaceful. It was the perfect place for us and our dog to spend a weekend away in the mountains!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect little place for a getaway

Beautiful little place. Decorated nicely and the place was spotless! Would definitely go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Loved that we could bring our dog with us! This place was the perfect location! Super close to breweries and hiking and downtown Asheville, all the things we were wanting!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great accomodations.

Lovely setting, clean, modern, cozy, quiet . Perfect location surrounded with beautiful fall foliage.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Convenient Getaway

Comfortable surroundings, and accessible to hiking, cafés, breweries, etc.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great suite!

Quiet and cozy property! We really appreciated how responsive and friendly the host is!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family wedding getaway

We loved our stay at this place! It was perfect. The place is very well built, comfortable, quiet, and, accessible, and affordable. If we were in the area again, we would definitely stay here again. The hospitality was excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Awesome location

Great location about half way between Arden and Brevard. My husband, myself, and our little pup loved it! The bed is comfortable, the shower is great! Wonderful spot for a couple or small family (the couch folds out).
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet clean retreat

The garage apartment was perfect for two people. Very clean and comfortable. The view of the lake was peaceful as well. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Super Clean!

Property was clean and well kept! Quiet and peaceful area, but close to hiking, biking, and brewerys.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect!

This place is perfect for a little getaway. What my family loved about it the most is that it's located beside a fishing pond. We will be going back in the near future.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 21, 2023
From the owner: "Thank you for the great review, Christian. We enjoyed seeing the pond being used!"
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, quiet and inviting space, convenient to plenty of things to do in the area; very comfortable and well-stocked with the basics. Was perfect for our family of 3 and our dog. Pretty view of the lake while enjoying your morning coffee! Especially loved walking up and visiting the adorable little fuzzy bulls in the neighboring yard.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful mini-vacation

The space was fabulous. Very clean and inviting new construction with all the essentials plus! The property is beautiful and very peaceful. The location was great. There is plenty to do nearby and you are less than 30 minutes from downtown Asheville. We often travel to the area to attend concerts around Asheville and will be checking for availability here the next time we are in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love the space. Great job.

Well done. That's how I like my white squirrel.Christian Comedy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pet Friendly Garge Apartment

We were there for 4 nights & one thing that drew us to this rental was that they were pet friendly. I did verify prior to our stay that we could bring 2 pets. It was just the right size for us & our 2 digs. The location was just right, out in the woods with a view of a lake & close to many breweries which we frequented because we could take our dogs with us. Also close to the Blue Ridge Parkway. We will definitely be back
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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