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Celo Valley Retreat, with Awesome View
One of the most beautiful views in the whole valley, very close to rivers, streams, waterfalls, fishing, hiking, state parks, and more. Located in a private, quiet country neighborhood with little traffic. This 530 Sq. Ft. studio apartment has an additional 10 Ft. x 20 Ft. deck/balcony out front overlooking the Celo Valley with a spectacular view of the Celo and Black Mountain ranges (see photos). This apt. has its own private entrance. Sorry, we must maintain a no pet policy, no exceptions.

April's Treetop Dome • Blue Ridge Views, Waterfall
Stuck in the city hustle? Breathe deeper in mountain air at the edge of Pisgah National Forest. New private outhouse (2025). Hike 3 scenic waterfall trails nearby, or sip hot coffee from your king bed with a view of the Black Mountains. Center yourselves on our custom elevated deck overlooking Pisgah National Forest. Secluded, but only 5 mins from Walmart for supplies. PLEASE NOTE (1) This is a fully off-grid experience (2) Summer evenings here stay cool than the valley. Read all info below!

Cozy Custom A-Frame • Hot Tub • Near Catawba Falls
Ready to run away from it all for a weekend retreat of peace and quiet? Little Mountain A-Frame is about to become your new favorite cabin. Set amongst seven acres of woods, there's privacy and seclusion without losing the benefit of being only 15 minutes from town, where you'll find breweries, a winery, restaurants, shops, and the famous Catawba Falls hike! Visit our viral (110,000+ followers!) ig 'littlemountainaframe' for more! **FOR CALENDAR INFO: Please see the FAQ at the bottom**

Cozy Mountain Cabin (Pets Welcome)
This mountain log cabin retreat offers a truly unique experience. With an elevation of 2000 feet and great mountain, valley, wildlife, and sunset views from your private 50' deck. Fast Star Link WIFI internet, satellite Direct TV, Sony PS2, movie theater with surround sound, 100" screen, HD projector, 500 DVDs, books, board games, air hockey, darts, telescope, firepit, chiminea & charcoal grills. Centrally located to fishing, hiking, golf, lakes, waterfalls, gem mining & Blue Ridge Pkwy.

Quiet Blue Ridge Cabin · Spotless & Serene
Great for a reset/recharge with family & friends or a quiet place to work! What you'll love... 🔹️< 5 minutes to the Blue Ridge Parkway 🔹️Fire pit under the stars 🔹️2 acres of private woods 🔹️WiFi, smart TVs & cable 🔹️1st floor primary w/king bed & en-suite bath 🔹️10 min to Little Switzerland & downtown Spruce Pine 🔹️Hiking within 25 min to Crabtree Falls or Linville Falls & 45 min to Grandfather Mountain Stays 28+ days will require a signed rental agreement & security deposit

The Mothership
Welcome to the Mothership, an octagonal post and beam cottage built for those with a love of the outdoors. Located on our small farm in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, we are a perfect launching point for adventure. Lake James and the Linville Gorge are only 20 minutes away, Asheville 45 minutes, and Charlotte only an hour. Explore countless waterfalls, miles of trails, or kayak our beautiful rivers during the day, and relax in the hot tub and shoot pool in the evening.

"mac": romantic tiny home + outdoor tub + fire pit
mac provides all the luxuries of large living + an expansive outdoor area. the outdoor tub/shower in the screened-in patio is your own private spa/lounge w privacy curtains! hanging chairs by the fire pit offer a serene and comfy nook. mac is a perfect base camp for the many trails, lakes, rivers, mtns + cute nearby towns or just stay put! mac is situated on a 1.34 acre plot in a modest neighborhood 2 miles from marion's cute main street. mac knows love is love and he welcomes all!

Luxurious Secluded Romantic Treehouse with Hot Tub
***2020 #1 Airbnb Most Wish-listed property in North Carolina*** Escape to one of North Carolina’s most unforgettable stays—your own private treehouse retreat tucked deep in the woods, designed for relaxation, romance & connection, and total peace. Walk across a swinging bridge into your secluded oasis, surrounded by towering hardwoods and mountain laurel. From morning coffee in the trees to evenings in the hot tub under the stars, every moment here feels like an experience.

Secluded/Hot tub/Fast Wifi/Mountain View
"Bear's-Eye View" Nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, at just over 3,000 feet elevation, you will find our private 3br/2.5ba cabin, with year-round long range mountain views. There are no neighbors in sight from the cabin, yet you are only a few minutes away from a convenient grocery location (Walmart - 3.7mi). The quaint downtown of Spruce Pine is 5 miles away, and we are just 10 minutes off the Blue Ridge Parkway (milepost 331). High speed Internet

Mountain Farm Retreat with Animals & Sunset Views
Ever have a moment where you just stop and breathe it all in? That’s what this hillside farm is for...especially in the spring. The hills turn green again, flowers bloom, and the whole farm feels alive. Wake up to misty mornings and birdsong with coffee in hand, spend your days wandering meeting the animals, and end it all with golden sunsets from the summer kitchen and a glass of wine by the fire. With space to just be... this is the reset you didn’t know you needed.

Elevated Escape|Treehouse+Hot Tub+Hiking/Goats
⭐️ Brand New Treehouse suspended 16 ft high ⭐️Swinging Bridge ⭐️ Breathtaking Mountain View ⭐️Onsite half mile hike to Waterfall ⭐️Hot Tub on deck with View ⭐️Close to Asheville and Black Mountain ⭐️Hiking/Creek access on site ⭐️ 90 acres backed up to Pisgah Nat’l Forest ⭐️Small petting farm with goats, donkey on site ⭐️Marion recently voted #1 area to purchase vacation property by Travel & Leisure ⭐️ Black-out Shades on all windows and doors

View, Outdoor Tub, Hiking Trls, 30minto Asheville
🍁 Suspended, Treehouse With Views 🍁 Hiking trails to a Waterfall 🍁 Fire-pit with Hammock Swings 🍁 Outdoor Kitchen Countertop with Blackstone 🍁 Outdoor Tub 🛁 - Will be CLOSED Mid Nov - March due to below freezing temps. 📍 5 mins to Old Fort, NC 📍 15 mins to Marion 📍 20 mins to Black Mountain 📍 30 mins to downtown Asheville 📍 25 mins to Blue Ridge Parkway 📍 45 mins to Mt. Mitchell (highest peak east of the Mississippi)
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- Blue Ridge Parkway
- Pisgah National Forest
- Tweetsie Railroad
- Beech Mountain Ski Resort
- Hawksnest Snow Tubing and Zipline
- Tryon International Equestrian Center
- The North Carolina Arboretum
- River Arts District
- Grandfather Mountain
- Max Patch
- Chimney Rock State Park
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- Lake James State Park
- Wolf Laurel Country Club
- Lake Lure Beach and Water Park
- Banner Elk Winery
- Grandfather Mountain State Park
- Appalachian Ski Mtn
- Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
- DuPont State Forest
- East Tennessee State University
- Mount Mitchell State Park
- South Mountain State Park
- Sugar Mountain Resort, Inc
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