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Escape to Western North Carolina, secluded, but close to everything!

Cabin in Mills River with kitchen and patio

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Property grounds
Outdoor spa tub
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Mills River, NC
  • Place, Western North Carolina Agricultural Center
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Place, Sierra Nevada Brewing Company
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Biltmore Estate
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Full 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Escape to Western North Carolina, secluded, but close to everything!

Welcome to our cozy 1-bedroom cabin with a small loft (sleeps 2) nestled in the heart of Mills River, North Carolina! Imagine yourself relaxing in the bubbling hot tub, sipping a warm cup of coffee as you gaze out at the stunning natural surroundings. After a day of exploring nearby downtown Asheville, the Pisgah National Forest or the Blue Ridge Parkway, the waterfalls of Transylvania County, or Western North Carolina Agricultural Center, you can curl up by the fireplace and enjoy the smart TV with satellite/cable channels. The fully stocked kitchen, complete with a stove, oven, refrigerator, and all the necessary appliances, makes it easy to prepare delicious meals. Unwind in the comfort of your own space, with the convenience of a washing machine and dryer. Soak up the fresh mountain air on the porch, or gather around the fire pit for an evening of laughter and s'mores. This cabin offers the perfect blend of cozy amenities and outdoor adventure, making it the ideal escape for your next vacation.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
ABSOLUTELY NO PETS! NO SMOKING INSIDE!! We have bears! Please bag ALL trash and put in bear-proof can outside. NO LOOSE TRASH, PLEASE.
BAD WEATHER-WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO MOVE YOU TO ANOTHER PROPERTY IF ROAD IS IMPASSABLE.
Traveler must have a conversation with the owner via Vrbo inbox within 24 hours of booking, and reserves the right to cancel any reservation.

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 deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Mills River

Located in Mills River, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Feed and Seed and Mineral and Lapidary Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Johnson Farm and Elijah Mountain Gem Mine. Team ECCO Ocean Center and Aquarium and Crystal Mountain Gem Mine are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Mills River, NC

What's nearby

  • Western North Carolina Agricultural Center - 13 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Etowah Valley Golf Club - 13 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Sierra Nevada Brewing Company - 15 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Biltmore Park Town Square - 20 min drive - 20.4 km
  • Biltmore Estate - 33 min drive - 31.6 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sierra Nevada Brewing Co - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Sierra Nevada Taproom & Restaurant - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Mills River Brewi - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Escape to Western North Carolina, secluded, but close to everything! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Escape to Western North Carolina, secluded, but close to everything!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Escape to Western North Carolina, secluded, but close to everything!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Escape to Western North Carolina, secluded, but close to everything! located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is within 6 miles (10 km) of French Broad River, Pisgah National Forest and Unity Center. Sideways Farm & Brewery and Johnson Farm are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 232 out of 257 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 257 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 257 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 257 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 257 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kaylin Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cabin, easy check in, great communication.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cabin! Very clean and close to the main road. Loved the hot tub!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua B.

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

Excellent place for a weekend getaway

Easy check in and great communication. Will visit again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

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

It was a great getaway!!!!

Nice cozy little place we loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Janet P.

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

Anniversary Trip

Loved the hot tube after a long day of hiking.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Kathleen V.

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

Wonderful location

This was a great location and just what we were looking for. We had a couple of minor maintenance issues and Hugh was easy to communicate with and issues were fixed in a timely manner. I would definitely recommend this location to others as it was a perfect homebase for all our activities and the hot tub was perfect for relaxing after a day of hiking and driving the Blue Ridge Parkway.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan P.

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

Mountain retreat

Very comfortable cabin just far enough from noise but close enough to get around easily. Very clean. Had a very nice stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Doug T.

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

Awesome cabin rental

We really enjoyed staying in this cabin. It was very clean and had everything needed to have a comfortable stay. We enjoyed the secluded spot with the hot tub on the deck. The location was great with cool breweries and restaurants nearby. We would definitely recommend this cabin and can’t wait to visit again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan R.

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

Great getaway

Nice cozy cabin and very private with all the amenities. We loved the hot tub and indoor fireplace. Close to Ashville and Chimney Rock State Park. The owner was very attentive and check in was simple.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

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

Great Winter Stay

Host was reachable via text which was nice. Property is well maintained and jacuzzi is large. Address allows for easy navigation to property via GPS.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad S.

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

Great

Had a great time.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Erin W.

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

Family Trip

Cabin was perfect for our family and what we needed. Was nice and hidden deep in the woods. Private enough and very peaceful around. I wished we had booked 1-2 more days!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa J.

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

Cozy Cabin

This cabin was a small cozy cabin off of a single lane road. Conveniently located close to town and only a few miles away, well maybe 20 mins from some of our favorite antique malls
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda M.

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

Perfect little cabin!

This was a great location for hiking in Pisgah or DuPont. The NC Arboretum is only 20 minutes away too! The cabin has everything you could want, including a nice hot tub and two decks. We were visited by the deer almost every day, and once a bunch of wild turkeys. We would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael b.

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

Secluded yet close to everything

Lots of privacy. This property feels as if you have a mountain to your self while being only minutes away from downtown Brevard NC. And all of the water falls and many attractions are easily accessible to this home. I will definitely call about this cabin again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wayne K.

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

Perfect Getaway

Perfect getaway! Cabin was nicely decorated & very clean! Kitchen is well stocked. Enjoyed out stay and will definitely come back! Only recommendation is to have a wooden fence at hot tub or something to block street light from hottub....at night it was hard to see my spouse's face or stars in sky with light shining in our eyes. Great place & location. Definitely recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul T.

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

Relaxing

My wife and daughter came to Asheville for a fibers festival. I enjoyed the artists studios then we would return to a comfortable evening in the cabin to share our experiences refreshed for the next day.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elijah R.

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

Perfect Mountain Getaway

This property was the best that we’ve experienced in a very long time. The host was incredibly responsive and attentive to all questions, and privacy was not impacted whatsoever. We took a couple walks up the mountain and the scenery and silence was absolutely mesmerizing. If you’re looking for a quiet getaway with your partner and/or a couple friends, you will not find a better setup. All of this, along with being only 20 or so minutes from all that Asheville has to offer. We will definitely come back regularly to enjoy this amazing property.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kent K.

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

Great property! Will be back!

This cabin was exactly what we were looking for. It is very secluded with abundant wildlife to explore while having your morning coffee on the porch. The location is perfect being 20 - 30 minutes from Asheville and even less to Brevard. The master bed in the bedroom is a Select Comfort and definitely provides a great nights sleep! The hot tub is, hands down, the hottest we have ever experienced, but is perfect to warm you up from the cold mountain waters of the Pisgah National Forest and soothe tired muscles from hiking. We enjoyed grilling steaks and seafood from the local Ingel’s Market. The owner was very responsive from booking the reservation until check out. Will be back to enjoy the mountains in fall!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael D., Dunedin United States

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

Cozy & Private, Nice Inside & Out of Cabin

Drive all way down a private road and you end at your own cabin about 100yds from 2 other neighbors. Time seemed to slow for us here In the woods and was peaceful. We saw deer several times and couple white squirrels. Owner was very helpful and helped us fix hot tub setting to 104F (109 was cooking us). All the furniture, including bed, is very cushiony and comfy. Being from Florida we were hesitant to try the fireplace. But honestly we enjoyed how refreshing it was for cool weather and just wore a hoody and sweatpants inside the cabin. This was a great deal for a nice cabin stay. For 2 adults it’s perfect and I could totally live here full time. Thank you hosts
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Aaron S.

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

Best Vacation Ever!

From the second we drove up the long driveway and saw a little family of deer scampering through the leaves, we knew we would love the cabin. The changing leaves and the stillness of the forest were absolutely enchanting. The moment we walked inside, it felt like home away from home. The cabin was clean, the furniture and beds were comfortable, the decor was cute and welcoming, and the guest instructions and wifi information were readily accessible. The hot tub was easy to use and in good repair, and the linens were clean and easy to find. A special note that it was obvious that the cabin had been cleaned thoroughly and recently. There was absolutely no debris, crumbs, leaves etc on the floor, which is so hard to achieve with hardwood floors, and the sheets smelled so fresh it was like they had been washed earlier that day. The water in the showers does run quite hot, so just beware of that, as well as the fact that the staircase is a little narrow so use care when ascending and descending it. It leads to an adorable loft area upstairs. The cabin is about 20 minutes outside of Asheville, which has a lot of fun things to do and a lot of great places to eat. We would definitely stay here again and recommend it to friends without reservation.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

David and Larayne G.

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

Best mountain cabin

This by far was the best experience we had. The cabin was more then we expected. This cabin has everything you need inside from plenty of towels to a kitchen full of dishes. Appliances work perfect. The shower was hot and water pressure strong. The bed was excellent loved the fact we could raise the head of the bed. Even has a built in massager. The tv's were the perfect size for the rooms they were in . Plus they are filled with all the channels. The loft i did not go up but we did let some young ones stay with us 1 night they loved it. The fireplace was perfect and plenty of wood. The grill is what we used the most . Had a nice cookout with some family. The most important item for me was the hot tub. My last 2 years I had 6 surgeries on a knee so soaking it in such nice hot water did me a world of good. We did see some deer walking at the back of the property. I felt safe here its very very quiet but at night there is a street light that brighten up at night. There was nothing I didn't like about the cabin. Im looking forward to a second trip. Thank for all you did to make it special. We even liked the G on the front door..and the password for getting door unlocked was our wedding year.. David and larayne goodwin Sept 8th to 15th 2021
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Blake L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin is well equipped and in good condition.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin was just as described. Very clean and comfortable. Hot tub was great. Host responded to me immediately before arriving and after arriving. Very kind. I would highly recommend this cabin/host. We hope to travel that way again and be a repeat customer.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Alexandria L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
We were a little confused when we arrived. We saw photos of what we thought was 2 bedrooms and a loft but there was only one bedroom and a loft.The photo of the main bedroom is taken numerous times with different bedding on it. The description does however say 2 bedrooms so that was on us. The road leading to the cabin is very secluded which is nice, but also a little rough and not paved, but most people that travel to the mountains regularly have come to expect that I think. Relaxing in the hot tub was nice! It was clean and well maintained.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

About the host

Hosted by Hugh Green

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Sharon and I were both born and raised in this area. We have either lived in this cabin or next door for the past 35 years. We've raised 3 kids, with two still in college. We own two businesses in the area, plus this cabin.

Why they chose this property

Relaxation is the key to any good vacation. This place has plenty of that!

What makes this property unique

Seclusion. On any given day you will have 5-10 deer walk through your front yard. The Brevard area which is 15 minutes away is home of the white squirrels and abundant waterfalls. . We have a family of white squirrels on the mountain. Be on the lookout while you are here. Wild turkey abound all over the mountain. All of this and you still can be to the grocery store or airport in less than 10 minutes...
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