Family-friendly vacation rentals in Swannanoa

Upper Little Brother Lodge

Ascend a colorful mountain road through switchbacks bordered by local wildflowers and mossy boulders to reach Little Brother Lodge nestled along the Great Craggy Mountain Ridgeline. Resting just below the blue ridge parkway and overlooking the beautiful fields and public trails of Warren Wilson College this mountain retreat is surrounded by adventurous opportunity. Enjoy some locally roasted coffee while watching the sunrise hit the mountains peaking through a misty morning at our mountain home.

Indoor spaces · Kitchen · Value

Farm View Cottage in Swannanoa

Farm View Cottage is a sweet two bedroom one bath small home that sits on a knoll overlooking mountains and our pastures. The cottage offers you privacy and a quiet place to relax. The location finds you just seven miles from Asheville, five to Black Mountain, and three miles from Warren Wilson College. You are close to hiking trails, local breweries and an eclectic choice of Asheville eateries. Biltmore Estate is 20 minutes away. For longer visits there are nearby grocery and pharmacies.

Family · Indoor spaces · Condition

Honey Bee Suite Hobby Farm

Come stay in this very peaceful Guest Suite tucked away in the Bee Tree Valley of Swannanoa! We are just a scenic 15 minute drive into both Asheville and Black Mountain, North Carolina, and the perfect location to access hiking trails and Parkway exploring. The honey bees are inviting you to come taste their honey on a slice of homemade bread - in our sweet & cozy retreat in the woods. Cell service is spotty down as you come down Bee Tree Road, but we have great wifi here at Honey Bee Suite.

Kitchen · Indoor spaces · Outdoor spaces

Hillside Cabin w/Mtn Views; 10 mins to downtown

Brand new driveway! Ideal location, only 10 minutes to downtown Asheville/Blue Ridge Parkway and 10 minutes to Black Mountain! Perfectly sized, secluded home nestled on a hillside atop a paved private drive with mountain views! Enjoy the wooded seclusion of the home or spend some time at one of the nearby lakes or breweries. The sun terrace is great for late night fires or outdoor dining and the kitchen is perfectly stocked with breakfast amenities so you can start off your day worry free.

Family · Indoor spaces · Quiet

The Nook - Obsessively Handmade Hyperlocal AVL

This house is a collection of stories. Stories of cultural and personal history, ecology, and craft. To celebrate this area's incredible legacy of craft, we’ve collaborated with some of the most talented makers in the region. Staying at the Nook you’ll have an experience unheard of in the modern era -- almost everything you touch or interact with was woven, shaped or whittled by hand. *Please note that outdoor bathhouse may not be available during winter months due to low temperatures.

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Cozy Private Studio-between Asheville & Black Mtn.

Buckeye Studio is nestled in the country between Asheville and Black Mountain. 800 sf Studio on a 2 acre lot with queen bed and sleeper sofa. Fully equipped kitchenette with mini fridge. Private outside seating on porch with beautiful sunset and mountains. You might hear in the distance some farm animals - roosters and donkeys. The Biltmore Estate and Blue Ridge Parkway are a short distance away. Come enjoy hiking, dining, and local breweries. Please note DRYER is NOT full size.

Indoor spaces · Family · Access

The Understory: Cabin with Outdoor Tub and Sauna

Welcome to The Understory. Nestled deep in the rhododendron covered woods, this romantic hand-crafted tiny home offers you a peaceful and memorable stay just 15 minutes from both Asheville and Black Mountain. The comfortable living space includes a rain shower, king sized bed in a lofted sleeping area, cozy wood stove and a full kitchen. Surrounding the cabin is a large deck with a table and chairs, a luxurious soaking bathtub, and a patio equipped with a fire pit and propane grill.

Kitchen · Family · Comfort

Hidden River Cabin: Convenient, Charming, Comfy

Please read full description before booking. This artful, cozy, updated cabin is 2 miles from WWC and river trails, near Blue Ridge Prkwy, 15 mins from Black Mtn and Downtown Asheville. Near East AVL restaurants and breweries. Cabin is across from Hidden River Events venue. Enjoy the rustic-yet-refined atmosphere, porches, original art, fire pit, and welcoming hosts. CABIN SLEEPS MAX OF 6. Groups of 8 require booking tiny cottage on the property separately. See details below.

Kitchen · Family · Hiking

The Roost- A tiny home in the Blue Ridge Mountains

Inspired by the Iroquoi longhouse and Ryan’s off-the-grid childhood, The Roost is a rustic arched tiny home, framed with birch saplings. High atop a ridge, you can enjoy year-round views of the mountains from the porch. Hike up the ridge or cozy up by the wood stove with a book. Grill out, start a campfire or just relax in the hammock. Nightlife, food, coffee and breweries in Asheville and Black mountain are 15 minutes away. It's an hour to Great Smokey Mountains National Park!

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MTN Resort • Sauna • Cold Plunge • Hot Tub • Pickl

The Blue Ridge Panorama is a private wellness and performance retreat carved into the Swannanoa ridge-line with sweeping panoramic views of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Across 3,500+ square feet of indoor and outdoor space, you'll find your own private Finnish sauna, cold plunge, hot tub, Peloton Bike and Tread, full dumbbell gym, private pickleball court, and a three-station outdoor kitchen; all perched above one of the most dramatic valley views in Western North Carolina.

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Cozy Luxury Treehouse, 10 Min To Asheville, Views

✨ Escape to a stunning retreat nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, just minutes from Asheville and Black Mountain. This newly built 3-bed, 3-bath home blends modern luxury with rustic charm, featuring two spacious living areas, oversized windows, two gas fireplaces, an outdoor firepit, a hot chocolate bar, a Smart fridge, premium board games, a dual grill with a smoker, and an expansive second-story deck with breathtaking mountain views. Your perfect getaway awaits!

Family · Kitchen · Getting around

The Rapunzel Tower House of Asheville/Black Mtn

Jaw dropping views from this amazing mountain top property conveniently located between downtown Asheville and Black Mountain! Multiple decks, onsite hiking trails, zipline, incredible views, outdoor fire pit, and your very own Rapunzel Tower! This place is great for groups who want to be in the mountains, but close to town. There is a steep gravel road to this property. 4WD not needed. Asheville-14miles, Black Mtn-9 miles, Biltmore- 13 miles, TerraNova Beer-5 miles

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