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Your mountain escape awaits!

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Welcome to your mountain retreat for the week!
Plenty of seating to enjoy these long range views of the Pisgah national forest.
The views don't get better than this!
Drive in through the gate.
One of a kind custom built home.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10331.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Horse Shoe, NC
  • Sierra Nevada Brewing Company
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Biltmore Park Town Square
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Biltmore Estate
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Downstairs bedroom one

2 Double Beds

Downstairs bedroom two

1 Double Bed

Downstairs bonus room

1 Double Sofa Bed

Main floor bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Master bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Downstairs bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Main floor bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Your mountain escape awaits!

"Half Way To Heaven" ~ Our custom-designed and built three-story home makes for an awesome mountain getaway to enjoy all the high country has to offer!

The house was thoughtfully designed by the same architects that designed the Nantahala Outdoor Center. This is very evident as the house purposefully brings the outdoors inside through the use of extensive windows, an open floor plan, vaulted ceilings, and material construction.

Through the many large windows, you will become part of the high country and experience one of the most phenomenal panoramic mountain views in the region! On the deck there is virtually zero light interference from surrounding communities as the property borders and overlooks the Pisgah National Forest, which makes the stars that much brighter for evening relaxing and amateur astronomy gazing (telescope on site). Also, keep an eye out for the wildlife that frequents the property, like deer, the occasional bear, and, of course, the blue ghost fireflies and white squirrels!

The house floor plan and four bedrooms are open and tastefully decorated and furnished with luxury linens and toiletries, and everything you will need for a comfortable worry-free stay. There are three flat screen HD TV's that are equipped with internet streaming to easily access Hulu (with live TV), Netflix, Disney+, and Amazon programming. The large open gourmet kitchen includes tons of cooking and serving utensils to make whatever meal your heart desires, plus there is a Webber gas grill on the back porch. The road to the home is well maintained; however, a 4-wheel-drive vehicle is recommended during periods of snow or ice accumulation.

The high country hosts many seasonal favorites with downtown music and summer festivals. Luckily, this house is just minutes from the Asheville airport and Sierra Nevada Brewery and only 20 minutes each from downtown Asheville, downtown Hendersonville, or downtown Brevard! Convenient activities include hiking, mountain biking, walking, fly fishing, river rafting, horseback riding, shopping, fine dining, outdoor plays, and brewery, winery, and cidery hopping, just to name a few. Don't forget the farmers markets and historical sites like the Biltmore Estate, Carl Sandburg home, and Flat Rock Playhouse!

There are so many fun adult and kid-friendly choices of things to do in the area, and with this house you are next to them all BUT also get to enjoy the feeling of total seclusion if you just want to get away from it all and relax.

** No RV's, 5th wheels, buses, campers, or trailers allowed. Thanks!

*** There are lots of small kid toys available; just ask before your stay, and we can have them available for kid play.

Property manager

Brad Thomas

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Minimum age to rent: 25
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Ask for diaper genie, high chair, & pack and play.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please park only in the gated driveway. No RV's, campers, or trailers are allowed.
To avoid road damage and for the safety of people walking, pets, and wild animals, all guests need to remember to drive slowly on the community road.

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
This property uses solar energy
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Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Horse Shoe

Located in Horse Shoe, this holiday home is near theme parks and in the mountains. Johnson Farm and Oakdale Cemetery are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Asheville Outlets and Southridge Shopping Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Wolverine Paintball Park and Stream Garden. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Horse Shoe, NC

What's nearby

  • Western North Carolina Agricultural Center - 13 min drive - 10.7 km
  • Sierra Nevada Brewing Company - 15 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Biltmore Park Town Square - 18 min drive - 17.8 km
  • Asheville Outlets - 23 min drive - 21.1 km
  • Biltmore Estate - 39 min drive - 32.4 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sierra Nevada Brewing Co - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Mills River Brewi - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Your mountain escape awaits! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

Where is Your mountain escape awaits! located?

This family-friendly Horse Shoe holiday home is located in the mountains, 0.3 mi (0.4 km) from Pisgah National Forest, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Southridge Shopping Center and French Broad River. Broadmoor Golf Course and Feed and Seed are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James R.

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

Relaxing

Great stay. Nice get away. Plenty of room for 6
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Tim K.

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

Great Getaway

Great location, great long range views, and the home is set up quite well for families. The only reason this isn’t a 5-star review is that the A/C units were having trouble keeping up with the midday heat.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel G.

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

Beautiful Property. Amazing views.

It is located at the top of a beautiful mountain. I recommend getting in there during day time so you can get familiarized with the road easier. The house is properly equipped with all you need for 8 people. We had a little problem with the water pressure but it was a general problem with the well pump. Owner found out about the problem and unfortunately the schedule for the repair had to be after my stay. Other than that was great. Thank you!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

nina p.

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

Great area

Great house. Location. Hoast
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl W., Washington, DC

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

Spectacular!

This was our 3rd stay at Brad’s and we’re hoping to stay here again next summer! Beautiful house, has everything you need, and you can’t beat the view! The porch is our favorite place, cool summer mornings are refreshing and sunsets are spectacular! We also enjoyed the new puzzles!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeff L.

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

Fantastic trip to the mountains!

Exactly what we were looking for. Beautiful Chalet in the mountains with amazing views! Countless deer and wildlife running through the property and Brad the owner was absolutely amazing. Everything as advertised and the pictures don't do it justice so do yourself a favor and give this place a try, you won't be disappointed. Will be back for sure!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

joyce w.

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

wonderful home in a beautiful setting

The house is perfect for multigenerational or two families. The ratio of common space to private space is perfect. The house is immaculate, has everything you could need, and the owner was very responsive. Views are amazing from the deck and indoors as well. Love the radiant heat floors. Location worked well for us as nothing we wanted to do was more than half an hour away. Thank you for letting us share your house with us.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill Z.

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

Great location for enjoying NC Mountains!

This house was very clean and convenient to Brevard, Hendersonville, Asheville, Saluda, and Pisgah National Forest. It had a great view and we enjoyed sitting by the fire pit on the deck in the evenings. All towels and linens were very nice and the kitchen was well furnished with everything needed to cook. We also were allowed flexible hours for arrival and departure Communication with the owner was timely and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl W., Washington, DC

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

Awesome second time here!

Beautiful views you can’t beat in a beautiful, comfortable house with everything you could need. We enjoyed spending time as an extended family playing games and puzzles that are in the house. We’ll definitely be back and highly recommend it!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Russell C.

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

Wonderful getaway!

Excellent stay. Very clean , well stocked, and great for our group of 9. It feels like you are in the middle of nowhere but everything you need is no more than 15 mins away. Brad was great to deal with as well!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth T.

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

Beautiful home with amazing views!

What a beautiful home with amazing views! The house was lovely with lots of room to spread out and enjoy being on vacation. The deck provided amazing views and a wonderful place to have early morning coffee or dinner. Looking forward to heading back...
Stayed 6 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

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

Had a wonderful time

Very well equipped house with a great view. Very private location. Easy access to the blue ride parkway. Enjoyed many of the breweries and restaurants in Asheville. Sierra Nevada brewing is not far. Also enjoyed Oscar Blues brewery. Excellent communication from out host. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathy F.

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

Peaceful Mountain Retreat

Perfect location if you are looking to escape the hustle and bustle. Perfect balance of rustic with all the comforts and amenities you might need. Tucked away on the side of a mountain with beautiful views both sunrise and sunset! Ten minutes to airport and stores and 20-30 from nearby towns and Asheville!! Would go back in a heartbeat!!
Stayed 21 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cathy B.

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

Mountain Get Away

Overall a good experience. House was clean and well maintained. The kitchen well stocked with pots, pans and utensils. Bed in Master was very comfortable and towels, etc were nice and plentiful. Beautiful westward view. Our only downside was the 1.5 mile drive on a single lane road to the house was challenging for us. We did not drive it after sunset. Brad was very accommodating and helpful throughout the stay!
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Margaret L., St. Louis, Missouri USA

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

Ideal Mountain Get-Away

The location was exactly what we hoped for... in the mountains, no neighbors visible. beautiful sunsets viewed from the spacious deck. Comfortable home/beds -- beautifully appointed. It took app. 30 minutes to get to Ashville (which was fine for a day trip). Hiking nearby. Ideal for family time..sunset viewing, conversation, relaxation. loved it
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kristen M.

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

Mountaintop Retreat!

Brad’s house was everything we could’ve wished for and more in a vacation house! Kitchen is fully loaded! We cooked at least 2 meals a day there and ate out on the beautiful deck overlooking the mountains. Beds and linens are very comfortable. Very close to nearby waterfall hikes, Asheville, and downtown Hendersonville. Brad and family were kind enough to provide a bin of kids toys which was a huge bonus for our 3 and 4 year olds! The house accommodated my family of 4 and my dad’s family of 3 very comfortably. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a relaxing escape to Hendersonville or Asheville!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl W., Washington, DC

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

Phenomenal!

This place is amazing! Luxurious, comfortable, has everything you need and amazingly amazing views! Watching the sunset was our favorite activity! We also loved the hammocks for the kids (and this big kid!) downstairs. Brad was extremely communicative and we enjoyed the extra touches to make us feel welcomed! I’d highly recommend this place and hope to be back next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN

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

Serenity in the Pisgah National Forest

The location of this home provides a haven to rest your mind, body and soul. Surrounded by trees, mountains and absolute quiet, you are allowed to breathe and be calmed. Everything is well appointed in the house with a full kitchen. It is clean and comfortable. Bedding and towels are high end, from The Biltmore Estate. The host provides a very warm welcome and is prompt and communicative from the booking of the reservation to the check out. Thanks Brad! There is a small cost to all this, which is the narrow, uphill and mostly gravel road which leads up to the house. You get used to it, but you're not as likely to go out if you don't have to. But, how else would you get the views, except to go up? It does not take away from the house in any way. Just, FYI Asheville Is about 30 minutes away. Sierra Nevada Brewery Taproom in Mills River offers a great beer garden ambiance for lunch or dinner. The local Pisgah Coffee Roasters is really good. Take a drive on the Blue Ridge Parkway, which is very close by. The arboretum is also lovely. Our family enjoyed a wonderful vacation and highly recommend this home!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn E., Greenwood, SC

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

Wonderful place to relax

This is a fabulous house, with a really interesting design that's especially great for a 3-generation family reunion, plus a wonderful view. We appreciated that the host was very responsive to all of our questions and needs.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christine M., Lansing, Michigan

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

Wonderful, safe and secluded vacation home

We had a wonderful week at this mountain-top home in Horse Shoe. The location was perfect for escaping crowds of people, yet close enough to activities if we wanted to explore. The house was perfect for our trip, 2 adults and 4 teenagers. The teenagers had the basement level to themselves, while we could all enjoy the main level for meals, movie watching, or game night. The deck was perfect for quiet morning coffee and bird watching, and big enough for all of us to sit outside for a meal, or star gazing. The kitchen is huge and well stocked! We enjoyed cooking together. We appreciated all the extra appliances. We did venture out a bit. We explored the Pisgah National Forest, saw some waterfalls, and went horseback riding. We also explored the town of Brevard, which was about 15 minutes away. It was also very nice to have a grocery store so close by! We drove about an hour away to Marshall for whitewater rafting, which was so much fun! We were really looking for a safe and secluded option for Spring Break this year, and this house was perfect. The only small issue was the drive up the mountain. We were a little shocked at the steep climb and narrow road. I'm glad we had an SUV. We did get used to it over time, so don't let that deter you. Overall our stay was perfect!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Scott F., Greensboro

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

Just Great!

Beautiful house in a spectacular setting.
Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Debbie R.

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

November 2020

If looking for an escape where nature abounds, silence is golden, and close to restaurants and groceries this is the place. Brad was the perfect host; response time for questions or concerns within minutes. I would book this place in a heartbeat!
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Fred R.

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

Awesome Home, Great Views, Secluded, but Close to Everything!

This is a great property. Beautifully designed home with bedrooms on three levels, an awesome deck and view, well maintained and only 20 minutes to Asheville and Brevard! We spent our week between the Pisgah National Forrest, Asheville’s great restaurants and Brevard’s downtown. You won’t go wrong...we highly recommend it!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rosalyn B.

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

Mountain Dream!!

Our family group of 8, four adults and four children, stayed in this amazing mountain home for two weeks. We live in Florida, and we were seeking an escape from the covid madness and a place where we could safely travel and give our children a change a pace. We got that and much more! Brad’s home exceeded our expectations. The amazing Mountain Views were as advertised, outstanding! We had many breakfasts and dinners on the deck overlooking the Pisgah National Forest, hikes in the completely distanced neighborhood and enjoyable times in the spacious home with an awesome kitchen. Brad was awesome as an owner, regularly communicating and assisting when needed, making sure that our stay was special. When we arrived, we were greeted with a bottle of wine, chocolates, Pisgah coffee and many brochures with things to do in the area. This home is close to everything, yet you feel like you are in the middle of nowhere. We went to Asheville, Hendersonville, the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Lake Lure and so many other nearby areas and had an amazing mountain vacation. The home accommodated all of us comfortably, Ingles grocery store is five minutes away and so much more. Lovely home, awesome owner! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 13 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Scott W.

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

Thanksgiving trip

We had a great time! The views were amazing and once you go up and down the road a few times it’s not so scary! Lol! The house is clean and there were plenty of kitchen supplies to choose from. We had a really nice week. Lots of nearby activities to choose from. Thank you!

About the host

Hosted by Brad Thomas

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We are a family of five.

Why they chose this property

This house has upscale energy efficiency features and unique architectural details and views we could not find anywhere else. Truly a joy to own and use this house as a launching pad to enjoy all the high country has to offer.

What makes this property unique

This property is 20 minutes away from everything the high country has to offer but it feels like you are absolutely in the middle of nowhere. The airport, grocery store, and urgent care are very close by. The overall convenience and feeling of seclusion is awesome!

Convenient activities include: hiking right out the back door, North Mills River Recreation Center and campground 5 miles away for mountain biking, walking, fly fishing, river rafting, horseback riding, shopping, fine dining, outdoor plays, and brewery, winery, and cidery hopping, just to name a few. Don't forget the farmers markets, and historical sites like the Biltmore Estate, Carl Sandburg home, and Flat Rock Playhouse!

Languages:

English