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Luxury Family Cabin | Hot Tub, Pond + Game Room!
Welcome to Woodland Hills Lodge! Experience an epic getaway in the Blue Ridge Mountains when you book this beautiful log cabin where you'll be enveloped by the soothing scent of swiss pine and crisp mountain air. The cabin boasts 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, hot tub, game room and private fishing pond! Situated in a quiet gated community with access to the communal playground. You'll enjoy the peacefulness of the location while being in close proximity to the conveniences of downtown Marion, NC

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**

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

Hot Tub Creekside Cabin 2 Acres Near Black Mtn
Escape the crowded tourist rentals and discover a quieter side of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Nestled on 2 private acres near Black Mountain, Foxie Moxie is a creekside retreat where mornings begin with the sound of the stream and evenings end in the hot tub beneath the stars. Surrounded by forest and winding mountain roads, it's the perfect place to slow down, reconnect, and experience an authentic Appalachian getaway. 🌿 2 Private Acres | 🛁 Hot Tub | 🔥 Fire Pit | 🐶 Dog Friendly

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)

Mountain Views | Hot Tub | Family/Friend Retreat
Welcome to A View to Remember! Escape to your private mountain retreat just minutes from downtown Marion, Lake James, hiking trails, and waterfalls. Spend your days exploring Western North Carolina, then relax in the hot tub, gather around the fire pit, or unwind on the deck as the sun sets over the mountains. Whether you’re seeking adventure or relaxation, you’ll find the perfect place to reconnect and make unforgettable memories.

Creekfront Cabin, Linville Gorge, Lake James
Upper Creek Cabin is a private creekfront retreat tucked deep in the woods, bordering Pisgah National Forest at the base of Linville Gorge and just minutes to scenic Lake James. Fall asleep to the sound of rushing water, wake to filtered mountain light, explore the forest and soak up the stars. Secluded, romantic, and surrounded by nature. Dog-friendly with no pet fee — because every great escape is better shared. 🐾🌲
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Retreat | Creek, Sliding Rock, Waterfalls, Hot Tub

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Log Cabin Hot Tub Starlink 25 Min to Asheville

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Bitty Tiny Home | Basecamp for Adventure

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Little Cabin in the Woods

Cozy Cabin on 4 acres - By I-40, King Bed, Loft

Three Peaks Basecamp

Serene Creekside Log Cabin in National Forest!

Mount Mitchell Retreat | Fire Pit, Grill & Views
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Lake James Deep Water Cove, Screen Porch & Kayaks!

A Million Dollar View Above the Clouds

Cabin in gated community w/ private hot tub!

Sail Away Suite

Dream Big and Take a Breath

Cleanest Lake in NC | Lakefront Getaway

Lake James Waterfront with Dock, Pool, and Kayaks!

Pool! Close to town, trails, and waterfalls
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