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Asheville's Best Mountain Retreat-5 mile. Downtown! Pet Friendly,Nice Spa & Deck

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Great deck with winter views.
Family room w/wood burning fireplace
Home and Decks
New 7-person Hot Tub added July 2022!
Welcome to Elk Mountain

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 82500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Downstairs Bedroom

1 King Bed

Master - Main Floor

1 King Bed

Up Bedroom #1

1 Queen Bed

Up Bedroom #2

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower

Main floor/Master

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

Asheville's Best Mountain Retreat-5 mile. Downtown! Pet Friendly,Nice Spa & Deck

Jan/Feb Special Pricing! Enjoy mountain living while only 5 miles from downtown Asheville! Located on Elk Mountain Scenic Hwy, a beautiful mountain road leading to the Blue Ridge Pkwy and is a major destination for road cyclists. Only minutes for N. Asheville and downtown.


Elk Mountain Scenic Hwy connects to the Blue Ridge Parkway. Our home is only 5-minutes from all of the north Asheville amenities including Fresh Market and Ingles and only 10-minutes from downtown Asheville. It's an incredibly spacious home with 3 levels.

Relax on the deck while catching fire-flies, listening to the cicadas and watching for wildlife sightings - including turkeys and bears!

Over 2500 sq ft of space on close to an acre of land.

Master bedroom/bath with king bed is located on main level and has connecting bathroom with double vanity. The two bedrooms upstairs have queen beds and share a full bathroom, as well as an upstairs den with TV. In the fully finished basement you will find a separate living area with wet bar, dart board, private deck with porch swing, comfy couches and TV with video games and movies. On this level there is a king bedroom with private bath and separate entrance off this room for extra privacy.

The main house and basement have separate AC units to ensure comfort for everyone. We have toys and books for the little ones and a pack and play.

We are dog friendly and require an additional $75 Pet Fee per dog (per stay). Please note, fence around property is not secure or complete.

Hotsprings Hot Tub. $75 Cleaning Fee applies for use.

Our driveway is pretty steep and a little tricky. It holds 3-4 cars without anyone having to move their car. More cars would require some car shuffling to come and go. In the fall, wet leaves can be slippery on the drive.

In winter months, Asheville has the occasional snow or ice. Our mountain road is normally plowed right away, or melts off quickly, but sometimes it might be later in the day. So if you don't have 4wd it is the perfect opportunity to spend the day making snowmen and sledding!

Recently renovated with all new wood floors throughout home and all new painting. In addition, we have an upgraded kitchen with every amenity imaginable.

Home was not damaged by Hurricane Helene.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Cats Allowed

Important information

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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Asheville

Located in Beaverdam Valley, a neighbourhood in Asheville, this holiday home is in the mountains. Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville and Grovewood Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Botanical Gardens at Asheville and Colburn Earth Science Museum. Ready for a night out? Consider The Orange Peel and Grey Eagle. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Country Club of Asheville - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Beaver Lake - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Beaver Lake View Park - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Grove Park Country Club - 5 min drive - 4.7 km
  • University of North Carolina at Asheville - 6 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Great Hall Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Village Porch - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Fireplace Restaurant - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Asheville's Best Mountain Retreat-5 mile. Downtown! Pet Friendly,Nice Spa & Deck pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Asheville's Best Mountain Retreat-5 mile. Downtown! Pet Friendly,Nice Spa & Deck?

As of 4 Mar, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Asheville's Best Mountain Retreat-5 mile. Downtown! Pet Friendly,Nice Spa & Deck on 6 Mar, 2026 start from S$487, 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 at Asheville's Best Mountain Retreat-5 mile. Downtown! Pet Friendly,Nice Spa & Deck?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Asheville's Best Mountain Retreat-5 mile. Downtown! Pet Friendly,Nice Spa & Deck?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Asheville's Best Mountain Retreat-5 mile. Downtown! Pet Friendly,Nice Spa & Deck?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Asheville's Best Mountain Retreat-5 mile. Downtown! Pet Friendly,Nice Spa & Deck located?

Located in Beaverdam Valley, this holiday home is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Beaver Lake and 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Country Club of Asheville. Beaver Lake View Park and Grovewood Gallery are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Harvey G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very nice mountain house that has several levels allowing for privacy for the various family members (and children). While close to downtown, it feels nice and secluded.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family had a nice weekend stay, the location was very nice and quiet and the home was well stocked with supplies and the rooms were nicely decorated. Having the different areas was spacious for a large family and the beds were comfortable. The lower area was great for the grandparents as it even had it's own entry door. The scenic drive also connects to the Blue Ridge Parkway, and doing the Craggy Pinnacle hike was a fun side trip. It was a good place for a large family to stay while touring the Asheville area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosita H.

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

family get away

We really liked the location it was close to downtown Asheville. The house itself was well stocked and the layout was perfect for our family.
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carly C.

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

Cozy house great for a group

Stayed here with several couples. The place was in a great location with a beautiful view, and close to downtown. Very clean and cozy, with a lot of thoughtful details like extra blankets and hair dryers. Would absolutely come back and stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

teresa w.

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

Excellent home and owner

It was a pleasure staying at this house. Outdoor deck was very comfortable to enjoy. Location was excellent and the owner was fantastic to deal with. We had a great time.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janece A.

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

Relaxing weekend

What a relaxing location located in the middle of Asheville. The home was very clean and provided lots of gathering spaces. We will return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Craig G.

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

Asheville weekend getaway

The house was wonderful! Very clean, great set up for relaxing. We had everything that we could possibly need and then some. We would definitely stay again. Great communication with the host as well!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

pwcramer1

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

Great friends weekend

Loved the home, location and time with friends that is precious. Would love to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

pat g.

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

Perfect Deck

We loved the deck overlooking such a beautiful setting, and where we sat with our family eating and catching up. It was everything we had hoped for.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

True C.

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

Perfect retreat for family

This was the perfect house for our family of four couples plus pups! Due to the weather, we only used the living room fireplace which was lovely. We also enjoyed the hot tub. It is an easy drive to downtown Asheville as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

MAryAnne Talle T.

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

April Getaway

The property is exactly as described. Each of the 4 bedrooms comfortable and quiet. Lots of gathering spaces. Well-equipped kitchen for cooks. No need to go out really. Would certainly use again if in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marianne L.

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

Girlfriends Vacay

The home is very nice. 4 comfortable bedrooms. Mama Bear and two cubs were in the woods behind the house. Gorgeous creatures. This is a pet friendly house and while the house was clean there is pet hair.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Billy B.

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

Mountain Livin

Beautiful location in the mountains with crisp mountain air and surrounded by nature yet still nice and close to downtown Asheville and the local attractions. Spacious and clean house with a nice outdoor deck on both levels, a fire pit and a hot tub. The best of both worlds and perfect for our trip
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn F.

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

Mountain retreat Asheville

We were a group of 7 adults. The house had plenty of room to accommodate all of us comfortably. The hot tub and fire pit was a great addition for our evening enjoyment. It was well equiped with kitchen essentials. House was close to a food store and about a 10 min drive to the downtown area. We enjoyed our visit very much.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie M.

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

Lovely mountain retreat

The house was conveniently located to biltmore village, downtown and nature walks. With great communication, it was easy check in and home is ideal for 4 couple weekend. My only critique is that the bedroom windows had no blinds so there is a lack of privacy when people on deck. Even with this one critique we would absolutely rent again. Grab this house when its available.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

latonya f.

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

Family reunion extravaganza

This was an amazing house getaway. The property was beautiful, clean and big enough for all three families to spread out and enjoy each other. It was updated, fully furnished and equipped with all the amenities. It was located very close to the Asheville city limits. The only obstacle was the narrow driveway because I had a very large suv.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert g.

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

Great digs for a small group

The house is very accurately described in the VRBO listing. In most respects it turned out better than anticipated. The kitchen was well equipped, there were plenty of towels, glasses, condiments, and so forth. The layout offers privacy with lounge and bedroom space on all three levels. It was very clean and the owner’s handbook was the most thorough we’ve ever seen. This house suited our needs brilliantly.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kasey B.

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

Great Getaway

Our stay was fantastic. The house was convenient to everywhere we wanted to go. The layout of the house was great for what we needed. We had a very enjoyable stay. The only “note” we have is in regards to the hot water heater. The hot water did not keep up with all showers being used at one time and took a while to heat back up. BUT the next day we knew this and staggered our showers and had no issues. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy B., Hayes, VA, USA

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

Wonderful well equipped house in a lovely location

We have rented homes all over the world and this one was among the nicest. It is very nicely furnished and very comfortable. We cooked on two of the six nights we were here and found the kitchen well equipped. Andy, the owner, was most helpful when we had a glitch with our GPS in finding the house. He stayed on the phone with us until we turned into the driveway. We had a great week here and highly recommend it for friends traveling together. You can be as alone or as together as you choose with sitting areas on all 3 levels.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

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

Weekend Getaway

My trip was a birthday celebration with my adult kids. This home was beautiful, and perfect for our getaway. We arrived to a spotlessly cleaned home with an atmosphere of warmth and relaxation. Plenty of extra towels, blankets, and soft throw blankets. Beds very comfy and a quiet neighborhood. There was so much space and we could all be together, but have privacy. The pictures are accurate. We enjoyed the hot tub, used the fire pit, sat out on the deck and felt like we were in the trees. Overall a 5 star rating, and would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

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

Beauty and bears

We had a lovely stay at this beautiful home. The size was perfect for our family. We really appreciated that there were bedrooms AND living spaces on each level. We enjoyed sitting on the deck and our son and his wife enjoyed the hot tub. The only issue we had was repeated bear encounters. It was great fun to watch them as we sat on the deck, but More than a bit of a hassle, cleaning up the trash that they strewed all over several times during our stay. I believe the owner is trying to come up with a solution for this, but I know it's difficult because they are determined! In spite of the bears, we had a Great stay at this comfortable mountain home.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R.

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

Fall Foilage

Very nice home. We had 6 adults and it was very comfortable and had more space than we actually used. We were generally out during the day and evening and back at night time. The set up gave each of 3 couples their own floor with bed bath and living (although we congregated on main living floor). Hosts had really thought of everything and can not think of anything we needed. The flashlights were handy at night as it does get quite dark. We did not end up using the hot tub - maybe next time. Views are very nice and very scenic drive up to house. Not far to either town or Blue Ridge Pkwy. Did get to see black bear cross road about a block south of house.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kris P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay in Asheville. House is a quick/easy 10-15 minute trip into Asheville where you will find plenty to do with excellent shopping, restaurants, and breweries to keep you occupied. There are also several trails to explore that are within 20-35 minutes if you want to explore the outdoors (Mountains to Sea trail, Bailey Mountain Preserve in Mars Hill, numerous trails in Black Mountain, Catawba Falls in Old Forte). Keep your pet on a leash while hiking and at the cabin. There are bears in the area. We ran into a momma and her 2 cubs on the mountain to sea trail. She just wanted to be left alone and went on her way. While we were out and about a bear tried to break into the bear proof trash can at the cabin. He/she was able to bend the lid just enough to get a paw down in there to shred the garbage bag and to pull a few items out but didn’t get much. While hiking in Montreat/Black Mountain crossed paths with a timber rattlesnake that we had to gently relocate off of the trail to get on by.House had everything you would need to cook your meals in. Hot tub was nice to relax in the evenings. Nice to have separate living areas for the group to spread out when needed. We didn’t use the fire pit. Area around it was a little overgrown with vines. Would like to see a more defined area where you aren’t sitting in your chair in long grass/vines and bigger fire pit area so we could have hung out there. Other than that would recommend it as a place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place, beautiful setting, close to town, would definitely stay here again.
Beautiful Biltmore Estate nearby
Lovely view from back deck
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Penny A., Arvada, CO, USA

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

Fun Property!

Property suited our family perfectly! 3 nice sized living areas including basement game room & wet bar. Niece enjoyed the hot tub. Property is somewhat remote up winding roads & driveway, so I’d suggest stopping in town prior to arriving if groceries, etc. are needed.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Andy Saul

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Laura and I have been short term rental property owners for over three years. We currently own three properties. We love Asheville and decided to purchase our latest rental here. We've tried to think of everything you will need, especially since we like to stay here at least once a month as well.

Why they chose this property

On Elk Mountain, but so close to Asheville's downtown, the Biltmore, groceries, shopping and more. You will truly feel like you are in the mountains, but you only have to drive up 3 miles from the main road. Four bedrooms, three baths and three common areas make it perfect for multiple couples of families..

What makes this property unique

Close to downtown (10-15 min) and breweries, but with a mountain feel. Groceries less than 10 min.

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