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A beautiful Sunset Cottage
A beautiful Cottage that provides our guest with amazing Mountain Sunsets. The charming covered porch with cozy fire table is the perfect spot to take in such a picturesque Appalachian Mountain View! The interior design features select shiplap walls and warm vaulted knotty pine ceilings. The decor and furnishings are comfy and offer a warm Mountain Cottage feel! Bright, clean, fully equipped kitchen with quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances. Plus 300 plus MBPS high speed WiFi

The Cottage at Pine Ridge
Relax with the family at this completely updated cottage built in the 1940s. Featuring two bedrooms with plenty of comfy relaxing area. Enjoy the backyard with a hot tub (inflatable), and night lighting. Grill on the charcoal or relax at the fire pit. Just in earshot of the apple orchard where you can satisfy your taste buds with a crisp fresh apple, apple cider slushy, or fried apple pie. Although rural this home is only 4 miles from interstate 40! Approx an hour from Asheville and Charlotte.

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.

The Cottage at Gilbert Landing
This cozy 1955 Sears & Roebuck kit house has been brought back to life! We vaulted ceilings and removed walls, but kept the original footprint. It is just the right size for a getaway for 2 - 4 with 1 private bedroom and a sleeping loft. It has all the modern conveniences and is nestled at Gilbert Landing, 1 mile from downtown and 15 min to TIEC. We are dog-friendly, with host approval. There is a $99 pet fee for one dog. No dogs under 1 year. Additional pet & cleaning fees longer stays.

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.

Cabin in the Clouds
Cabin in the Clouds is a beautiful, one bedroom vacation home in a secluded, private community that's very quiet and has been renovated in 2023. The bathroom was completely remodeled, new living room furniture, new marble top dining room table, refurbished bedroom, new floors. There's a beautiful view from our porch that has deck furniture and propane grill. Inside is an open layout with open beam ceiling and pine paneling. Black Mountain is a quaint vacation town, you will love this place.

Cozy Gas Fireplace • Mountain Views • 3 King Beds
🌟 Highlights: ✨ Quiet, relaxing screened-in porch with beautiful mountain views ☕️🍷📖 🌄 ✨ 3 bedrooms with KING beds (+ sleeper sofa) 🛏️ ✨ 2 full bathrooms with essentials 🚿 ✨ Family-friendly: pack & play, high chair, bibs, dishes/utensils 👶👧👦 ✨ Pet-friendly: two dog crates, food/water bowls, gated potty area 🐶 ✨ Dedicated workspace with high-speed Wi-Fi 💻 ✨ 2 Smart TVs 📺 ✨ 5 min to downtown Black Mountain, 20 min to Asheville & Biltmore 📍 ✨ Flat, easy access roads leading in 🚗

Cute and cozy cottage
You'll love this small cozy cottage located in a peaceful neighborhood tucked in a wooded area. It’s fully equipped with everything you need to feel at home away from home! IMPORTANT: There will be house construction in front of this Airbnb from Mon-Fri From 9am-6pm. We apologize about the inconvenience in advance. We are 7 minutes from downtown Forest City. 12 minutes from TIEC, 20 minutes to Shelby, 1 hour to Asheville, and many beautiful mountains, waterfalls, and outdoor activities!

Woodsy cottage next to Lake James
Outdoor enthusiast retreat, mountain biking and hiking heaven! Relax with the whole family at this peaceful, brand new adorable cottage nestled in the woods right next to the Fonta Flora trail. Jump onto the trail for hiking or biking winding around scenic Lake James for 30+ miles of beauty or walk 1 mile to the county beach for some splashing and sun bathing. Enjoy the evenings on the patio or around the fire pit, BBQ & picnic table. 5 mins away from Mimosa landing for boat launch.

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.

Private-inTown, King, XLPorch, WiFi, Nature, W&D
Fall in love with Treetop! Treetop Cottage is tucked in a private beautiful rhododendron forest, yet only 3 mins from downtown Black Mountain, 15 mins to Asheville & Blue Ridge Parkway & 20 mins to the Biltmore Estate. ⭐️Private ⭐️Primary Bedroom (king) ⭐️Sleeping Loft (2 twins) ⭐️XL Porch ⭐️Hammock ⭐️Fire-table<br> We are Black Mountaineers and would be grateful to host you. <br>Click the ❤️ above and add us to your wishlist as you consider your stay.😊 <br>

Cottage on the Square
Quaint English cottage & courtyard, in the heart of historic Burnsville, in the mountains of WNC. A luxurious retreat in a central location. Walking distance to shops & eateries. Minutes' drive to artists' studios & galleries; to hikes, waterfalls, rivers for swimming, tubing, fishing; 35-min to Asheville. Pet-free sanctuary for those allergic. Extra for guests +2 or beds +1. Services next door M-F at our family medical practice upon request & prearrangement.
Popular amenities for Lake James cottage rentals
Lakefront cottage rentals

2BR lakefront home with kayaks & paddleboard

The Cottage & Ski Bar on Lure. Paddle boat & canoe

Dockside Delight @Lake James

Flat Rock Cottage at Highland Lake

Lakefront Cottage on Lake Adger

Red Canoe Lake Home in Riverbend at Lake Lure

4BR~Mountain Views Firepit | Game Room | Free Tix

Hideaway Cove
Cottage rentals with a hot tub

The Loverly - Your Romantic Love Nest in the Woods

Sitting Bear Cottage w/ Spa at Linville Gorge

Shalom Cottage TOXIN FREE/Filtered Shower

Cottage w/ hot tub, kitchen near hiking & Main St.

Soul Shine Sanctuary

Hot Tub+Fire Pit, Mtn Sunsets, Fireplace & Grill!

Creekside Cottage w/ Hot Tub near Asheville center

Hillside Haven | 3BR Retreat Sleeps 8
Pet-friendly cottage rentals

The Cozy Cottage with the Illusion of Seclusion

Secluded Treasure by the Woods in Apple Country

Off the Beat Inn Path

Cozy corner cottage

The Greene House on Deerhaven

Ecusta Trail House-Dog Friendly-1.5 miles to town!

Quiet, secluded area; walk trails, 20+ acres

Geode Cottage, a whimsical stay in the mountains
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