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Glamping at its finest - riverfront yurt, 30-minutes west of Asheville

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Exterior
Property grounds
Fire-pit Backyard Summer2020
Exterior
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4705 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Clyde, NC
  • Place, Pigeon River
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Glamping at its finest - riverfront yurt, 30-minutes west of Asheville

Experience the charm of a cabin in the woods with the modern amenities of home and the unique Zen-like experience of a Yurt. What's a Yurt? Yurts are circular dwellings built around a wood frame, originally designed by the Nomads of Mongolia. Today they are enjoyed in a variety of glamping settings, coast to coast.

Perched high above the Pigeon River, at the Wildcat Ridge peony farm, our luxury yurt--the first of its kind in Haywood County--features a full kitchen, bathroom, separate bedroom, living room with sleeper sofa, dining areas, wrap-around porch with a grill for your BBQ, and an outdoor fire pit with seating.

Ringed by mountains, our Yurt is located on a small family farm that specializes in peonies (May is peak peony season) and cultivated fig trees.

Wildcat Ridge Farm is just 30-minutes east of downtown Asheville, at the gateway to Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Nantahala National Forest and near Pisgah National Forest. We are also a short 20-minute drive to historic downtown Waynesville with its handmade arts & crafts, furniture shops, restaurants and bars.

Spend your days hiking, white water rafting, canoeing, visiting the hot springs, skiing Cataloochee in the winter, biking in the warmer months, or taking in the sights and sounds of Asheville and Biltmore Estate.

Traveler Details:
Check In: 3:00 PM or later
Check Out: 11:00 AM
Gourmet catering and box lunches available (Chef/Owner)
Children 8 and above are welcome
No pets
No smoking

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House Rules

Minimum age to rent: 21
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Not suitable for children under 8 years old.
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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
Not suitable for children under 8 years old. Not smoking allowed in the Yurt

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 and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Glamping at its finest - riverfront yurt, 30-minutes west of Asheville pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Glamping at its finest - riverfront yurt, 30-minutes west of Asheville?

As of 1 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Glamping at its finest - riverfront yurt, 30-minutes west of Asheville on 30 Dec, 2024 start from S$342, 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 Glamping at its finest - riverfront yurt, 30-minutes west of Asheville?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Where is Glamping at its finest - riverfront yurt, 30-minutes west of Asheville located?

Situated in a rural location, this cabin is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Pigeon River and within 12 miles (20 km) of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Haywood County Public Library. Blue Ridge Health - Haywood and Waynesville Dog Park are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

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Location

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Judith G.

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

The yurt was just perfect. It was clean, well equipped, and just remote enough for a perfect getaway

Ideal!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jun, 2022
Thank you for choosing Yin Yurt for your getaway Thank you for your review. Hopefully we will see you again at our farm Suzanne and Ricardo
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10/10 Excellent

Josh J.

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

Secluded Getaway

Very secluded, relaxing, clean. Family of 4, enjoyed the river views. Owner is very responsive, easy to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jim R.

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

Great Getaway

Location was great, close enough to Waynesville / Maggie Valley area, but still remote and peaceful. View of the river and gardens was great. Riccardo was a wonderful host.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May, 2023
Thank you Jim for your review and for choosing our yurt for your getaway. It was a pleasure to have at our farm and we look forward to seeing you again soon Suzanne and Ricardo
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10/10 Excellent

Crystal S.

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

Perfect Yurt Get Away

This was our first yurt experience and the property was fantastic as were the owners. The view of the river is amazing. The property is so peaceful and we had a relaxing time. Ricardo met us on the way in and showed us around and even left us a bottle of wine and chocolate. He was an awesome host! Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul, 2023
Thank for choosing our yurt for your getaway! We enjoyed having you here. Suzanne and Ricardo
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10/10 Excellent

Sondra H.

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

Yin Yurt was so amazing!!

This property was just beautiful. Our first time staying in a yurt and it was very cool. The yurt was clean and stocked with everything you need. The view overlooking the Pigeon River was breathtaking. The owners were so nice...left us a bottle of wine and chocolate:) We will definitely be back for a future stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Apr, 2023
Thank you so much for your review and thank you for choosing Yin Yurt for your getaway. We hope you return. Suzanne and Ricardo
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Retha W.

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

Looking Forward To The Next Time

We loved our stay at Yin Yurt. It was wonderful being truly unplugged for a while and reconnecting with just existing. We went hiking during the days we were there at Great Smoky National Park and at Black Balsam Knob, which we learned about from the guide created by our hosts. We just left on Monday, and we’re already planning our next visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May, 2022
It was a pleasure having them relaxing and enjoying nature! Hope to see them for our 2022 "Festival of Peonies in Bloom" in May. Looking forward to their visit! Ricardo
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Teresa N.

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

Amazing getaway!

Our first time staying in a yurt and we loved it! Beautifully decorated and amazing views of the mountains and the beautiful river. We chose the perfect time to visit as the Fall Foliage was majestic! Wonderful hosts who made us feel very welcome!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Oct, 2021
Hi Teresa, thank you for your review. I sent your pajama top today.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kim C.

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

Amazing

A great experience. Ricardo and Suzanne were simply amazing and the yurt is a really great place to see. Beautiful views and amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel W.

* BOOK THIS NOW! *

No need to look any further, click "Book Now". All the reviews are 5 stars which does this place an injustice because it deserves 10 stars. The absolute most unique getaway. This place is better than any resort you could imagine. The photos are great but it's even more spectacular in person. The sound of the river was amazing. This will blow your mind when you see the details that were put into the accommodations. Ricardo such an accomplished individual, please allow him to tell you his stories which are nothing short of legendary. From the wines, flowers, restaurant, tour trips, hosting events and professional chef, he's awesome! This was the most tranquil trip we've ever taken. You will not find another place like this. Wish we had more time! Thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jerry B.

Relaxing with all the comforts

This place is awesome! Outdoor fire pit, plenty of open space indoors, great view down to the river, and all the amenities you could think of. The owners know how how to take care of you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

About the host

Hosted by Ricardo and Suzanne Fernandez

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Ricardo and I moved to the mountains of western North Carolina from South Florida in the mid-90s to open a restaurant, Lomo Grill, in downtown Waynesville. We grew many of the fruits and vegetables for our restaurant on the farm. We operated our restaurant for 16 years before turning to other adventures, including producing gourmet tomato sauces, teaching cooking classes, operating culinary tours to Ricardo’s native Argentina, catering private events in the greater Asheville area and as a NC Master gardener cultivating and growing peonies and fig trees for sale to the public. Wildcat Ridge Farm has long served as a gathering place for our family and friends. Building the yurt stemmed from our desire to share this slice of heaven with others. Photo credit: Emily Chapman

Why they chose this property

We purchased the land that became Wildcat Ridge Farm in the mid-90s. We had operated an Import/Export business in Miami for years and were seeking a change in lifestyle and surroundings. This piece of land--along the Pigeon river, with a creek running through it, ringed by mountains and blessed with southern exposure and all-day sunshine--was exactly what we dreamed we would find. We converted an abandoned tobacco barn into our home and began the process of cultivating the land for the fruits and vegetables we would serve in our restaurant. At one point, we even terraced a section of the hill and planted grape vines, until we realized we barely had time to cut the lettuces, much less make wine! We fell in love with the property and added to it over the years, turning it into a gathering spot for our family and friends. Wildcat Ridge Farm has served as a regular respite for guests from California, to Buenos Aires, to New England. Until now those guests fought over a single guest bedroom and sofa. Now, we can offer them the luxury and adventure of this gorgeous yurt with a more spectacular view that we have from our own deck!


What makes this property unique

Our biggest question was “what to build?” We explored all sorts of options – from log cabins, to A-frames, to simple cottages, but once we discovered yurts, that was it! Not only is a round building just…cool…it’s very eco-friendly. Pacific Yurts are built using SFI (Sustainable Forestry Initiative) sustainably sourced wood. They can also be removed from a site leaving virtually no trace. Beyond the environmental warm, fuzzy feelings, they are incredibly gorgeous inside and out. Our yurt features all of the comforts of home, including a full kitchen, tiled shower and bath, living room, dining area, breakfast bar, private bedroom and a wraparound deck with a view of the river. There is also a garden area outside with a fire-pit and seating for your star-gazing and storytelling. Bottom line? It’s where we would want to stay if we were traveling to the mountains!

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