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GemStone in the Sky at CreekStone

Holiday home in Candler with kitchen and balcony

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location

Exceptional

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly
Dryer
Parking available
Washer
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

Place, Bob Lewis Ballpark
Place, Asheville Outlets
Place, Biltmore Estate
Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

GemStone in the Sky at CreekStone

If you are looking for a place to spend quality family time and enjoy outdoors, then this is a great opportunity. Our home has lots of outdoor amenities and outdoor activities close by. Consider bringing your family and friends to have a quality experience without being in crowds.

The “Gemstone in the Sky” at CreekStone Cabins Plus is a lofty 2 bedroom, 2 bath private dwelling with many outdoor activities on site such as fire pit, horseshoes, corn hole, hiking/walking trails and more. Open floor plan with full size well furnished kitchen with island and separate dining area. Living room has sofa that converts to full size bed, love seat and TV. Both bathrooms are spacious and both have double sinks. The space underneath the Gemstone is only used for storage which means the home is only occupied by you. The old restored barn on property is a great place to relax and enjoy family games. The Gemstone has a private deck with seating area and a grill. Short travel times to Asheville, Waynesville, Hendersonville, Weaverville and lots of attractions and interesting things to do during your stay.

Guest access:
15 Minutes to the Blue Ridge Parkway (BRP)
15 Minutes to the Biltmore Estate
20 Minutes to Downtown Asheville (Farmers Mkt, Breweries, Golfing, Shopping, Restaurants, etc.)
20 Minutes to Fryingpan Firetower on BRP
20 Minutes to Waynesville
30 Minutes to Graveyard Fields on BRP
45 Minutes to Harrah's Cherokee Casino
45 Minutes to Cataloochee Ski Area
45 Minutes to Nantahala Outdoor Center (N.O.C)

Other things to note:
>Horse shoe pits and fire pits are available for your use.
>Wood is available for fire in fire pit - $6 a bundle. Bring your camp chair and enjoy!
>Old barn on property has been restored and loft is available for leisure and relaxation.
>Pets are allowed - maximum of two, maximum weight 50 lbs. and fee is $25 per pet per night. When specified, VRBO will include one pet fee in initial booking charges but if you’re bringing more than one you must let your host know and payment options will be shared for 2nd pet.
>Pets must be on leash when outside and crated when left alone inside. You must pick up after them outside and place waste in garbage.

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washing machine

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 20

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Children must be accompanied by adult when in barn

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Pet fees are required

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

1) Pets left alone in house must be crated. Max of 2. Pet fee of $25 per pet/per night is required. 2) Smoking outside ONLY- place butts in trash.

3) All trash must be placed in dumpster located on property when you leave

4) Pet’s weight must not exceed 50 lbs. Pit bulls and Rottweilers not accepted.

Important information

You need to know

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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Candler

Located in Candler, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Biltmore Estate and Colonial Theater are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Asheville Pinball Museum and Colburn Earth Science Museum. Ready for a night out? Consider The Orange Peel and Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville.

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Candler, NC

What's nearby

Bob Lewis Ballpark - 16 min drive - 13.8 km
Asheville Outlets - 18 min drive - 17.1 km
Biltmore Estate - 23 min drive - 22.6 km
Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 23 min drive - 25.2 km
Biltmore Park Town Square - 25 min drive - 28.3 km

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬12 min drive
‪Galactic Pizza - ‬14 min drive
‪China Grill - ‬12 min drive
‪Doc Brown's BBQ - ‬10 min drive
‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is GemStone in the Sky at CreekStone pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at GemStone in the Sky at CreekStone?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at GemStone in the Sky at CreekStone?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is GemStone in the Sky at CreekStone located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) from Pisgah National Forest and within 9 miles (15 km) of Pisgah View State Park and Bob Lewis Ballpark. Asheville Outlets and WNC Farmers Market are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Cameron W.

2 Jan, 2025

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

Total Gem!

This was our third stay at the Gemstone, and we'll be happy to return as many times as we can in the future. Plenty of space for the four adults and two small dogs. We love the kitchen, VERY comfortable beds and couches. Love the quiet location that is still close and convenient to Candler businesses.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry N.

4 Oct, 2021

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

Nice rental

Clean and maintained home. Covered deck is very enjoyable in the morning. Enjoyed our stay and would stay again. Could use new pillows in master bedroom.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Danielle L.

8 Dec, 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Had a great Thanksgiving in the mountains

We had a great time spending time here for Thanksgiving! The place was so clean and kitchen was stocked. My family was accommodated with an early check in, which was so kind. The only thing that was a bit surprising was the campsite was rented and is right out the front door, so the yard, barn and all other amenities were shared with two other families, just not something we were expecting. We still had a great experience!

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

16 Oct, 2025

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

We were looking for a place centrally located to Asheville, Hendersonville and surrounding areas. We wanted something in a peaceful, quiet environment with green space for our pups. This place was perfect. Enjoyed watching the sunsets and relaxing on the porch. Even saw some wild turkeys. We were also able to take back roads to get around to avoid the highway, which was nice. When I reached out to the owners with question's before booking, they responded very quickly.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James C.

29 Nov, 2022

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

Peaceful paradise

Very clean and located in beautiful area with gorgeous views. Quiet and peaceful but also well located between Asheville and Waynesville. A very relaxing stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cameron W.

29 Dec, 2021

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

Just What We Needed

This was just the right place for us to use as a home base for visiting family and friends in the area. Very homey, plenty of space, quiet with a somewhat secluded feel, but just a quick drive to anything you might need. One of the most well-equipped kitchens of any rental we've ever stayed at! We look forward to returning when we have time to enjoy the fire pit and barn!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Renee C.

14 Nov, 2021

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

Beautiful spot!

My only negative would be an RV parked right outside the house but it did not interfere with us as we were only there 2 days and spent most of our time off property. Other it was outstanding and we will definitely book again.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

john b.

10 Nov, 2021

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

Great experience in the mountains

It was an awesome trip. The views were awesome. Our family had an amazing time. House was perfect for what we were looking for.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cashie N.

13 Oct, 2021

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

A real GEM of a stay!

We loved our time at the Gem in the Sky! This is the perfect property for a low-key, relaxed weekend. We especially loved the barn space, campfires at the fire pit and having coffee out on the porch in the mornings. Such a perfect space and we hope to come back here again!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Megan W.

3 Sept, 2021

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

Beautiful views

Cute place! Enjoyed relaxing on the porch watching the sunrise.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ronda R.

19 Aug, 2021

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

Great place. Loved the Barn

We had a wonderful time. The house was nice. Great view. Nice and relaxing.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ronald B.

12 Aug, 2021

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

Asheville fun

We enjoyed the views, and seeing deer, and the house was perfect for two couples. We especially liked the barn, we played in there like we were little kids again

Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Terry K.

9 Aug, 2021

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

Nicely renovated.

The property was clean and kitchen was well supplied and organized. Overall the unit worked well. Was unaware that he did not have central air and the ceiling air/heat unit did an okay job with getting air to the bedrooms. Plenty of ceilings fans. Also, there are two RV spaces on the property that were rented out.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul M., Plano

28 Jul, 2021

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

Would definitely do it again

This was our headquarters to explore the forest and mountains all around the Asheville area. It is a very nice 2 bedroom farmhouse in a idyllic setting. We would definitely stay there again if/when we return to the area.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen F.

20 Jul, 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great get away

15 min to everything you want/need

About the host

Hosted by Louedith Watkins

This property was my childhood home and after retirement I moved back to the home on the property that my Dad built. My Dad also built the old red barn where the loft has been outfitted with games and spaces to relax and is shared by all my guests. We wanted to offer this space for guests to share in the awesome mountain views and enjoy a quiet relaxing place to unwind. In addition to the lofty apartment we also have the Farmhouse (also listed on VRBO) as well as 3 campsites, all with their unique spaces.

Why they chose this property

This property is located so that several surrounding towns such as Asheville, Waynesville, Hendersonville, Black Mountain and Weaverville are only short travel times away.

You are only minutes away from the Blue Ridge Parkway and various other attractions:
10 minutes to Pisgah View State Park (formerly Pisgah View Ranch)
15 minutes to Blue Ridge Parkway (BRP)
15 minutes to Biltmore Estate
15-20 minutes to downtown Asheville (Farmer’s market, breweries, golfing, shopping, restaurants, etc.)
20 minutes to Frying pan fire tower on BRP
30 minutes to Graveyard Fields on BRP
45 minutes to Harrah’s Cherokee Casino and Cherokee
45 minutes to Cataloochee Ski Area
45 minutes to Nantahala Outdoor Center (N.O.C.)