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Easy Breezy beach house on secluded waterfront
🏝️🌞🐬 Take it easy at this unique and tranquil beach cottage nestled in the woods on the Albemarle sound! This hidden gem provides a unique combo of a rural getaway and the beach! Wildlife is truly plentiful at this romantic escape or family vacay- see dolphins, otters, turtles, etc. Enjoy 3 cozy bedrooms, new hot tub, private dock, kayaks, personal balcony off each room with amazing views! Located conveniently between downtown Elizabeth city and Outer Banks. Relaxation and serenity awaits you!🌊🏖️☀️

"Paraíso Encontrado" Paradise Found
Watch the deer grazing in the woods as you sit on the wrap around deck of this modern cabin nestled at Lake James, NC. Enjoy the pool while you cookout on the gas grill, or hike the new Fonta Flora trail nearby. A 10 minute drive to:three marinas, two wineries, & two state parks. Enjoy biking, hiking, boating, snow/water skiing, fishing, enjoying nature & tranquility. Convenient to Lake James, Morganton, Table Rock, Shortoff Mtn., Linville Gorge, Little Switzerland, Blue Ridge Pkwy. & Marion.

A-FRAME Lake Cabin. Private Boat Dock, Kayaks, SUP
BRAND NEW (2022) custom lakefront A-Frame Cabin. Mid-Century Modern. You'll love the stylish cottage & all the outdoor living/playing. Close walk to your own private dock (2 boat slips) and boat ramps close by. Located right on Kerr Lake (aka Buggs Island). NEW for 2024; ALL NEW BATHROOM, NEW stable internet, concrete sidewalk, Solostove firepit patio, NEW hot tub, patio lights, gas grill, outdoor shower. Toys left out; wagon for hauling, kids kayak, adult kayak, paddle board, and beach chairs.

Farmer & the Naiad, cottage on 1800s farmplace
An enchanting & romantic cottage in the jewel of the blue ridge mountains. Gardens, history, & romantic lore on an 1800s era farmplace, the Farmer & the Naiad cottage was once used as a summer kitchen, bunkhouse, & lovebird's nest for the farm. Explore a beautiful 10 acres, be lulled to sleep by the babbling creek out the screened door balcony, walk the gardens, gaze at the milky way, and cozy up by one of the firepits. 30 mins. from Asheville, 10 mins. to Mars Hill LGBTQIA & BIPOC welcoming.

Private cozy lake home with indoor pool!
Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space. Secluded home yet close to town. Nestled in a quiet cove right off the main channel on Lake Hickory. It has a heated indoor pool so even in the winter time you can enjoy the water with view of the lake. There is a dock as well. So if you happen to want to enjoy the lake, you can. The house has its own boat ramp so if you want to bring your own boat you can. If not there are places to rent them from. Hope you come and enjoy our piece of paradise.

Enchanted Escape Mtn cottage/quaint farm/breakfast
Quiet and peaceful private mountain cottage, with unique vintage decor. Sleeps 2, with a fully appointed kitchen and living area, very comfortable queen bed, bathroom with shower, and Washer/Dryer. The spacious deck has a patio table, chairs, and gas grill, overlooking the farm. Stream and fire pit below. Remote and private, but easily accessible to town and all the surrounding mountain areas Conveniently located near Wilkesboro 10 mi, BR Parkway 10 mi, Boone/ASU 20 mi, Sky Retreat 15 mi

Peaceful Mountain Cabin w/ Hot Tub & Fire Pit
Relax at River Symphony, a peaceful mountain escape in Chimney Rock, NC. Soak in the private hot tub, cozy up by the fire pit, and enjoy nature from your deck while listening to the soothing sounds of the nearby Broad River. Perfect for unplugging, reconnecting, and slowing down after a day of hiking, waterfalls, or exploring nearby towns. Ideal for couples, friends, and dog-friendly stays. • Hot tub • Fire pit • Dog-friendly • Fast Wi-Fi • Minutes to Chimney Rock State Park & Lake Lure

Serene Cottage w/Amazing Sunset Views!
You will love the mountain vistas and stunning sunset views from this cottage. Perched at 3600’ at the top of a quiet street, the home provides a perfect romantic mountain getaway, serene space for a working retreat, or basecamp for family adventures! The home is located under 10 minutes from downtown Boone and a short distance from many attractions, while providing a mountain escape. Enjoy incredible views of Sugar, Beech, and Grandfather Mountains from the huge deck.

Blackberry Cottage
Welcome to Blackberry Cottage! Our quaint, imperfect Farm Cottage was built in 1928 and much of it was updated in the spring of 2020. Come relax in the heated/cooled Cottage and enjoy the beautiful scenery and splendor that the Mountains of Western NC has to offer. Take day trips and visit the Blue Ridge Parkway, historic Waynesville, Canton, and Asheville then settle back into one of our cozy beds back at Blackberry Cottage... And don’t forget to visit the goats!!

Waterside Cottage 'HoriZen'
This is a recently renovated rustic 1947 cottage with an outstanding view of and access to the Intracoastal Waterway. It is perfect for meditation or quiet time by the water's edge, or for fishing, art, reading, writing, kayaking or paddleboarding. It is close to Wilmington, Wrightsville Beach, Topsail Island and Hampstead where there is shopping, restaurants, outdoor and cultural activities and beautiful beaches. It's old, but it is full of charm!

Secluded Cottage on the Farm-close to skiing
Retreat to the mountains in this secluded white cottage on the farm. At our little white house, you’ll be able to gaze at the twinkling constellations while enjoying the fire pit, sit on the back porch and admire the Blue Ridge Parkway in the distance while listening to the creek, and live side by side with our farm’s prize-winning Brown Swiss cattle. *Please note the fireplace is not operational.

Waterfall Cottage
Built in 2010, Waterfall Cottage provides a romantic, comfortable, rustic retreat space in the woods perched just above a magical flowing mountain stream. Both downtown Asheville and the charming town of Black Mountain are only a 10 to 15 minute drive away. Note: While Swannanoa was hit hard by Hurricane Helene, both our property and our woodsy neighborhood community were not severely damaged.
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Tranquil, Stylish and The Views!

Beautiful high rock lake front cottage !

Sunshine Daydream-Charming mountain town retreat!

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Cozy Tree House Cottage | Fireplace & Hot Tub
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Pet Friendly Countryside Cottage Near NC Zoo

Carson Creek Ridge Top

Charming beach cottage blocks from the beach!

Grace Cottage - Private Parking & Pet Friendly

Wolcottage Flattop - Semi-Oceanfront from 1930s

Romantic Mountain Retreat /Creek/Pond/Fishing

Clementine's Cottage at Lake O' The Woods Estate

Sunny Mountain Cottage•King Beds•DOGS•Mile to Town
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Little White Cottage

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The Cottage at Historic Sutherland Manor est. 1807

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Croatan Sound Cottage, Peaceful with Great Views!

Cozy modern cottage with pasture and woods

The Little Beach Lodge

Farm View Cottage in Swannanoa
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