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Charming Cottage in town~on Appalachian Trail~Mountain Views~

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A living room with a fireplace, a television, a sofa, and a coffee table.
A dining room with a long table set for six, surrounded by chairs, with a wooden cabinet to the left and a window with curtains to the right.
A living room with a television, a ceiling fan, a sofa, and a dining area with chairs and a table.
A covered porch with green artificial turf, metal chairs, and potted plants.
A two-story cottage with a front porch, a sign reading "DORLAND COTTAGE," and a small garden area with various plants and flowers.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Overlooking the mountains, this vacation home accommodates 8 guests with 4 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. It features a deck, porch, and patio for outdoor enjoyment. Families can enjoy birdwatching, fishing, and motorboating while exploring attractions like Madison County Public Library and Hot Springs Library in the city center.

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near French Broad River
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Hot Springs, NC
  • Place, Madison County Public Library
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, French Broad River
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Hot Springs Resort And Spa
    ‪9 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

upstairs bath

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Charming Cottage in town~on Appalachian Trail~Mountain Views~

Located in the middle of Hot Springs directly on the Appalachian Trail. The ground floor has all the living and dining space, fully equipped kitchen, full bathroom and two bedrooms. Washer & dryer for guests light washing.Secured internet, Smart TV for streaming, DVD player, selection of DVDs and books. Relax and enjoy the front porch swing while you watch village life. Back entrance has a ramp. This property is ideal for your visit for a wedding, festival or romantic mountain getaway.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds, gather used towels and store extra beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1299690vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Hot Springs

Located in Hot Springs, this holiday home is in the city centre. Hot Springs Resort And Spa and Paint Creek Recreation Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Marshall Nature Sanctuary and Pisgah National Forest. Flow and Marshall High Studios are also worth visiting. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and ecotours nearby.
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Map
Hot Springs, NC

What's nearby

  • Madison County Public Library - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hot Springs Library - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • French Broad River - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Hot Springs Resort And Spa - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Biltmore Estate - 58 min drive - 78.7 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Vinyl Pies - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Smoky Mountain Diner - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Iron Horse Station - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪ArtiSUN Gallery and Marketplace - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Night Cap At 148 - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Cottage in town~on Appalachian Trail~Mountain Views~ pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming Cottage in town~on Appalachian Trail~Mountain Views~ ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Cottage in town~on Appalachian Trail~Mountain Views~ ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Cottage in town~on Appalachian Trail~Mountain Views~ ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Cottage in town~on Appalachian Trail~Mountain Views~ located?

Located in the heart of Hot Springs, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Madison County Public Library and Hot Springs Resort And Spa. Hot Springs Library and Pisgah National Forest are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 93 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 93 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 93 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 93 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 93 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

7.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, super convenient location in the middle of Hot Springs, NC. Great communication from the owner - we finished our section hike of the AT a day early and were able to slide our reservation without any issues.Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Wonderful space right in the heart of hot springs. Everything was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was perfect for our family and the kind of space we needed. We always enjoy our visits to Hot Springs and we love staying in this house.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A great cottage

A great place for a stay in Hot Springs.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location in Hot Springs. Responsive host.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house, lovely host.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family weekend

Great location in heart of Hot Springs.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Hot Springs stay

We enjoyed our stay at the Doland House this past weekend. The house was comfortable, convenient annd everything is Hot Springs was in walking distance. The host was amazing and gave us some great recommendations. We will definitely stay here again, we enjoyed it very much!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cute cottage

Great location right on Main Street.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic property and great location!

Loved our stay at Dorland Cottage. Great size, clean, & comfortable. Very convenient location (short walk) to everything in Hot Springs. Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cottage Heaven

Great little place close to everything and loved the antique look
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Outstanding option in Hot Springs

Fabulous cottage, perfectly located in Hot Springs. Great place to stay and enjoy the town, the A-T, the river, the Resort/Spa. Walking distance to everything and plenty of space for family and friends to spread out. We'll definitely stay at Dorland Cottage on future trips!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

What a great place to stay!

We love Hot Springs, and this cottage matches the demeanor of the town perfectly. It was so nice to sit on the porch and watch the thru-hikers pass by. Can’t wait until our next stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The ceiling in one of the downstairs bedroom is falling down. There is a big problem with black ants in the bathroom and back door entry. Other than that the house was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect stay

The house was comfortable and had everything we needed . Located close to everything we did in town. Melanie was very nice and accommodating. Highly recommend a stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

PERFECT LOCATION IN HOT SPRINGS NC

The location was perfect to enjoy the AT town of Hot Springs. Within walking distance to everything in the town. Communications with the host was easy and the host was very accommodating. Would recommend this location for a stay in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Book Club Weekend

charming cottage on main street walking distance to everything which for our group was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location!

If you’re staying in Hot Springs, you can’t beat this location! Clean, great host. Thanks!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute house. Great location

Wonderful location. Living room furniture needs updating. Beds were comfy.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great weekend!!

Even though it rained our stay with family and friends was great!! Such a great location and the house was wonderful. Clean, nice, and comfy!! Can’t wait to come stay again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Mar 2020
So glad you enjoyed this new listing! In town and directly on the Appalachian Trail. Cozy enough for a romantic weekend for 2 or room for the whole family or group of friends with 4 bedrooms! Return soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wedding weekend!

Our family rented this house for a cozy place to stay for our wedding weekend in Hot Springs and it was great!! The host is super sweet and proactive and the location is great!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house, in the center of a nice mountain town

Second trip to this cottage. Clean, roomy, has everything you need. Can walk to restaurants and shops. We enjoyed the roomy shaded front porch.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute and cozy

Cute and cozy. It was perfect for everything we needed. Loved the location and the friendly hospitality of the host and the people of Hot Springs. Such a wonderful and relaxing place to visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Home away From Home

We have stayed here for many years and love this house, the location, and the town itself!! We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

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Hosted by Melanie Prater

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