ROMANTIC COTTAGE~HOT TUB~WALK TO TOWN~Wi-Fi ~PETS~

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Sheltered outdoor hot tub, just steps from the back door. Soak your cares away.

Great open living & dining room,just right for a romantic dinner or family games

Trailside Cottage, 1940's cozy cottage, hot tub, right on the Appalachian Trail

Spacious open living area, satellite TV/DVD, river and hiking original art work.

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 51200 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Pet-friendly
Kitchen

Explore the area

Hot Springs, NC

Madison County Public Library
‪11 min walk‬
Hot Springs Resort And Spa
‪17 min walk‬
Max Patch
‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Trailside Cottage is an enchanting 1940's cottage located directly on the Appalachain Trail within walking distance to all restaurant, bars, festival sites, river and swimming holes. This9 charming mountain retreat offers an outdoor hot tub, two bedrooms, a beautiful claw foot tub, large kitchen, dining and living rooms, rocking chair front porch and spacious yard with an inviting fire pit. Secured Wi-Fi, Smart TV for streaming.Trailside's decor reflects the comforting era of the cottage as well as the outdoor hiking/river theme of Hot Springs.

Your stay at Trailside Cottage will allow you to experience life in a by gone era that matches the relaxing pace and mountain magic of Hot Springs. Perfect for family vacations or creating a special romantic memory.

Keywords: House, Romantic Getaway, French Broad River, Appalachian Trail, pet friendly, Asheville, in Hot Springs, complete kitchen, family

Property manager

Melanie Prater

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Pets allowed per rental policy

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hot Springs

Located in Hot Springs, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. 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 Pisgah National Forest and Marshall Nature Sanctuary. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Hot Springs, NC

What's nearby

Madison County Public Library - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Hot Springs Library - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Hot Springs Resort And Spa - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Paint Creek Recreation Area - 27 min drive - 15.9 km
Max Patch - 40 min drive - 26.4 km

Restaurants

‪Smoky Mountain Diner - ‬7 min walk
‪Big Pillow Brewing - ‬12 min walk
‪Iron Horse Station - ‬11 min walk
‪Laurel River Store - ‬8 min drive
‪Vinyl Pies - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is ROMANTIC COTTAGE~HOT TUB~WALK TO TOWN~Wi-Fi ~PETS~ pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at ROMANTIC COTTAGE~HOT TUB~WALK TO TOWN~Wi-Fi ~PETS~?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ROMANTIC COTTAGE~HOT TUB~WALK TO TOWN~Wi-Fi ~PETS~?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is ROMANTIC COTTAGE~HOT TUB~WALK TO TOWN~Wi-Fi ~PETS~ located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Pisgah National Forest and Hot Springs Resort And Spa. Madison County Public Library and Hot Springs Library are also within 15 minutes.

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Erie, PA

5 Apr, 2025

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

Visiting family

We enjoyed the home. It had great amenities. Liked walking to town. Very comfortable.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scotty M.

2 Dec, 2024

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

Great little couples get away!Adorable cottage and very clean!

Fantastic

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jon G.

1 Jun, 2024

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

Anniversary trip

The cottage was clean, had a nice kitchen for cooking, a pretty view, and an easy walk into town. We'll stay here again for future trips to Hot Springs.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary, Atlanta

2 May, 2023

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

Very clean and comfortable place. Owner was very engaging. Highly recommend!

Would rent this unit again! Enjoyed my stay very much!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chrissy P.

25 Oct, 2023

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

Great Host and Property

Melanie went above and beyond to help us during our stay including assisting with parking before check-in and offering suggestions for rainy day activities. The location was perfect for an AT hike!

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denita W.

21 Mar, 2023

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

Quick getaway

We truly enjoyed our stay. Great time just to relax.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

23 Jul, 2023

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

Great location!

This cabin is in a great spot within walking distance to town. It is a little musty as mountain cabins often are but otherwise very clean and comfortable.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

DALE B.

28 May, 2020

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

Comfortable cottage close to town

We enjoyed our weekend getaway, especially the hot tub. We were very pleased with both the location and cleanliness of the property.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Erie, PA

19 Apr, 2023

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

We enjoyed the comforts of the cabin. We used te hot tub to relax. Easy access to area fun activiti.

Easy registration. It was clean with plenty of amenities.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas R.

7 Mar, 2023

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

Great place to support AT hiker

Everything was there and great location to enjoy Hot Springs area. Hosts were best I have seen overall. Really made our stay great. Recommend this place highly

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

10 Jul, 2023

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

Hot springs cabin

This place was incredible! Comfy beds and sofas, plenty of space, kitchen was perfect, hot tub out back, what more could you ask for? Waking distance from beautiful lovers leap and the Appalachian trail.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff G.

28 Mar, 2023

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

Trailside AT haven

Trailside cottage was perfect for relaxing after a few days on trail. The furniture is comfortable and the kitchen stocked with all I needed. The town is quiet and the views serene. I'd certainly plan on staying again on my next trip to Hot Springs.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B., SAINT PETERSBURG BEACH

6 Aug, 2023

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

Cute cottage close to town

Very clean. Easy check in. Great communication with owner. Just a short walk to downtown Hot Springs. Literally right next to AT. Highly recommend

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric Q.

22 May, 2019

Will be there next year...

I was not able to stay there but the people who went in my place enjoyed their stay...

Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

ambert i.

10 Oct, 2023

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

Loved it

Exactly as described

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay D.

3 Jan, 2019

Great Trip!

We enjoyed our stay at the cottage. We stayed for 2 nights on our 5 day road trip. We hiked Lovers Leap with our 7 year old twin boys and they had a great time. A great New Years Eve and start to 2019.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Maggie C.

31 Mar, 2023

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

Great Trail House

AT entrance is only a few feet away. Town is an easy walk down the hill. House was immaculate!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie A.

11 Apr, 2023

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

Spring Break!

The property is within walking distance to the quaint little town which includes restaurants, local art, and shopping. The house was clean and well stocked. We've been vacationing in Hot Springs for almost 20yrs and will be back! Some of the best communication I've experienced with a property owner.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Taylor V., Carolina Beach, NC

7 Jun, 2017

Perfect Mountain Getaway

We had a great stay at Melanie's house!! She was a wonderful host! The updated bathroom was so nice :) and with 4 adults and 2 children we had more than enough space! My favorite part was the front porch and the rocking chairs , very relaxing. Thanks again!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jennie Q., Asheville, USA

2 Jun, 2023

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

Girls Weekend Away

Our weekend at Hots Springs was amazing. The house worked well for everyone, super close to downtown and trails. Loved hanging out on the porch and around the fire pit. Melanie was very attentive to all our needs. Would definitely come back. Thanks for everything!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah J.

23 Jul, 2023

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

Good place to get away too

Good location if your just looking to get away from everything and just relax a few things needed to be cleaned but we made we cleaned them I guess the house keeper/cleaning lady was in a hurry or just didnt do a thorough cleaning

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Taylor B.

7 Sept, 2023

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and convenient

We enjoyed our stay at Trailside Cottage! The AC kept us cool despite unseasonably warm temps outside. I would suggest bringing extra towels if you plan on using the hot tub or hitting some swimming holes. The house was tidy and the bathroom was clean, but there were other details that had likely been overlooked by the cleaners for several weeks. The location is great— not only for walking to town, but just a few minute’s drive away from great hiking and fishing. Would stay here again.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

LIZ H.

14 Apr, 2023

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

Close to everything!

Was really looking forward to exploring Hot Springs and all that surrounds. Unfortunately, it was cold and raining during our stay and my husband was a bit under the weather as well. We did appreciate the wifi being stuck indoors. A brief break in the weather allowed us to stroll around town a bit. Breakfast at the diner was nice. The house is well equipped and comfortable. Had everything we needed!!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Emily W.

7 Feb, 2015

Great cottage, perfect location

What a beautiful home away from home! The house is charming and spacious, and the location is amazing (and so is the hot tub!). During our three night stay, we hiked parts of the Appalachian Trail, ate at some great restaurants in Hot Springs, took a day trip to Asheville (about a 40 minute drive), and enjoyed a soak in the natural hot springs. This house would be perfect for a couple or a small group, and the owners were very responsive and accommodating. Gorgeous mountain scenery, a wonderful little town, and a great place to lay your head at night: what more could anyone ask for? We will definintely be staying at this location on our next trip to Hot Springs and would highly recommend this property.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

10 Jun, 2016

Great location!

We enjoyed walking to town from the cottage. Unfortunately, the entire town of Hot Springs had a 15 hours power outage while we were there and the hot tub temperature did not recover until Sunday morning when we left, so we were only able to use it for a brief period Friday evening. The owner was great and called to check on us during the outage. We spent most of the day Saturday playing around in the river. Would love to return when there are no power outages!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2016

About the host

Hosted by Melanie Prater

Why they chose this property

Since making Hot Springs our home several years ago, we enjoy offering an enchanting mountain getaway experience to others.

What makes this property unique

Situated directly on the Appalachian Trail and a short five minute walk to down town Hot Springs and all attractions. This cozy cottage is just right for that romantic mountain getaway or family vacation fun. Outdoor hot tub just steps outside your back door. Relax on the rocking chair front porch with a good book or for good conversation. Full size/ fully equipped kitchen. Take a long relaxing bath in the 100 year old clawfoot bathtub. The decor of Trailside Cottage reflects the Appalachian Trail, rafting and outdoor highlights of the area. This 1940's cottage furnishings are in keeping with the era yet boast modern Smart TV & You Tube Channel, DVD player and secured wi-fi. Return again and again to Trailside Cottage as your home away from home.