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Deer Path - Fall Colors/Mountain Views, Private Creek, Gas Logs, Fire Pit

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A beautiful large living room area is suitable for everyone.
A drone shot of the exquisite fall foilage in Western NC.
Smart TV in living room.
What a view!

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 7191.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Pisgah Forest, NC
  • Brevard College
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Brevard Music Center
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Connestee Falls Park
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Main floor Queen with bathroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Queen and Twin beds

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Upstairs Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Main floor bedroom bathroom

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

Powder Room

Toilet

Upstairs Bathroom in Hallway

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

Spaces

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

About this property

Deer Path - Fall Colors/Mountain Views, Private Creek, Gas Logs, Fire Pit

The new owners of Deer Path fell in love with this home over the years as guests. They freshly remodeled the home over the winter and are happy to share it with future guests.

Deer Path is a lovely modern country home that sits on five acres. It offers you an open floor plan, lots of sunshine streams through an abundance of windows, a large private rear deck that has twenty-mile views every season, a cook's kitchen with gas, and your own private creek. A wrap-around covered front porch can be enjoyed year-round.

It's close to numerous waterfalls, hiking trails, mountain biking, shopping, and delicious restaurants in Brevard, Hendersonville, or a short drive to Asheville. This lovely luxury country home is located in a residential neighborhood at an elevation of over 3,000 feet on the top of Black Knob Mountain in the heart of Pisgah Forest.

Relax on the large rear deck that overlooks the ancient and historic mountains of Western North Carolina. Enjoy a gentle rain on the wraparound-covered front porch or sip your favorite beverage on the screened-in porch off the primary suite.

The home is very private and is situated on five lush acres in a quiet mountain subdivision with all paved roads (no four-wheel drive needed). The one-plus acre backyard is level soft grass and great for strolling or kids to play. Make s’mores at the backyard fire pit and catch fireflies in the cool summer evenings.

There is a private creek running through the property that is fun to explore and enjoy nature.

The inside of the home is laid out perfectly. It has a lovely open floor plan but at the same time gives you and your guests the privacy you desire.

Deer Path is a perfect place to work and play. Wi-Fi is around 135 upload/fiber optic which works very well for Zoom meetings for work or while visiting with family or friends.

Enjoy the cool mountain breezes that flow through the house as the home was designed and built to take advantage of the cool mountain summer air.

It is a beautiful peaceful place to rest and relax with everything you need to make your stay comfortable. We are happy to share this mountain home with you!

Please also note that this property is managed by a seasoned local vacation rental team with 20+ years of five-star reviews and experience. We provide support and plenty of information before your arrival. We are available during your stay to help out if needed because you are not just booking a home to stay in but a southern mountain hospitality experience.

We're sorry but NO DOG/PETS ALLOWED. Owners are very allergic.

Questions asked by other guests:
NO Dogs/Pet ALLOWED - Owners very allergic to dogs
Gas Grill on the back deck
Firepit in the yard. You will need to bring your wood
Central Air
Gas fireplace for winter months only. We do not run it during the summer while the air conditioning is on.

From the house, estimates are based on time and route.
Downtown Brevard- 10 miles, 20 minutes
Downtown Highlands - 48 miles, 1 hour 20 minutes
Downtown Cashiers - 38 miles, 1 hour
Dupont Forest - 9.3 miles, 15 minutes
Looking Glass Falls - 15 miles, 25 minutes
Sliding Rock - 17 miles, 30 minutes
Pisgah National Forest - 20 minutes
Biltmore Village and Downtown Asheville - 45-50 minutes

Property manager

Darlene Witham or Ron Mashburn
Premier Host

Languages

English, German, Russian

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Minimum age to rent: 25
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No dogs due to owner allergies

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 eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Pisgah Forest

Located in Pisgah Forest, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Transylvania Heritage Museum and Brevard Music Center are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Crystal Mountain Gem Mine and Cradle of Forestry in America. Travelling with kids? Consider Elijah Mountain Gem Mine and Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Pisgah Forest, NC

What's nearby

  • Brevard College - 22 min drive - 17.0 km
  • High Falls - 23 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Brevard Music Center - 26 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Connestee Falls Park - 30 min drive - 28.9 km
  • Connestee Falls Golf Club - 33 min drive - 29.7 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Oskar Blues Brewery Taproom - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Fuji Yama - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Deer Path - Fall Colors/Mountain Views, Private Creek, Gas Logs, Fire Pit pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

Where is Deer Path - Fall Colors/Mountain Views, Private Creek, Gas Logs, Fire Pit located?

Located in the mountains, this family-friendly holiday home is within 9 mi (15 km) of Lake Dense, French Broad River and Davidson River. Crystal Mountain Gem Mine and Pisgah National Forest are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Josh B.

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

Amazing stay!

Without a doubt the nicest place we’ve had the pleasure to stay in! Beautiful time of year with the leaves changing and crisp weather. We will certainly be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam L.

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

Great Home

Very nice and clean home. We had a wonderful visit. Our family of 5 had a very enjoyable time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jared R.

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

Amazing private retreat!

We had an amazing time staying at Deer Path! Our kids loved playing in the creek and seeing the deer and bunnies in the backyard at dusk/dawn. A close drive (20 minutes) to Brevard for fun restaurants and entertainment, Pisgah National Forest for beautiful hikes, and more. The property was very clean, well stocked with cleaning supplies, dish and laundry soap, cooking/utensils, firewood for fire pit (we did not partake but saw the supply), games, and internet was nice for tv or calls when we were indoors. The management team was very responsive in helping us and got back to us promptly with any questions. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeff E.

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

Beautiful home - inside and out

Really enjoyed our stay. The accommodations were comfortable, clean, and perfect for a getaway in the mountains. We especially enjoyed the herd of deer running and playing in the backyard - didn't know that deer can get the "zoomies" like dogs do. Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

edna t p.

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

Outstanding

Our family had a fabulous time at this home. It is in outstanding condition and so clean. There were so many games and toys for my grandchildren plus all of the outside games that are available. The kitchen had everything you could possible need along with some great surprise items. The creek and the large backyard are added bonuses and its location so close to Dupont State Forest and Brevard is another plus. Would love to stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

6/10 Okay

Ken A.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Steamed

Nice house, great area, selected property for large jacuzzi bath, no hot water to use it! Boiled water to make bath possible and jets in tub spewed garbage in water, Low water pressure In showers, hard to get shampoo out of hair
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lynda W., Johns Creek, Georgia, USA

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

Always our favorite

This home has become a "usual" getaway for us when we want to escape to the mountains. The location is perfect for outdoor activities with Dupont State Park and Pisgah National Forest just a few minutes away. We love riding our bikes in Dupont and it's super close. The home is well stocked and has everything we need for a comfortable stay. Some days, we just love hanging out at the house. The peaceful setting makes it extremely relaxing when you just want to curl up with a book or have a movie marathon. The kitchen is well designed to make delicious meals to enjoy as you watch the sunset. I think the master bedroom has a new bed, which was a little too firm for me, but my husband loves it! I think this is our 4th or 5th stay, and we plan on going back as much as possible.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

4/10 Poor

Mary D.

Two Week Vacation

Our family of six spent two great weeks enjoying Western North Carolina. The house is lovely, well stocked with everything anyone could need, even outdoor games and clean with plenty of room. It is located up a very steep, winding road with a few dangerous curves. Also there is a problem with the hot water. Every time we need to use hot water, we had to make a trip to the basement and reset the hot water (it's tankless) and with six people we were making a lot of trips to the basement. The problem was reported to the property management but as of this writing still not repaired. Also we were without water for 24 hrs apparently due to lightning striking the pump. We had to stay at a hotel which the property management reimbursed. The pump was replaced. There are plenty of things to do in this area; such as, mountain biking at DuPont, hiking in Pisgah Forest and visiting Sierra Neveda Brewery.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2016

8/10 Good

Abigail O.

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

Fine - with exceptions

Lovely place, clean, well stocked., nicely decorated.... But really, a queen bed of extreme height is not a good choice for a vaca rental; it was wrong for us and truly lacks universal appeal. It was not only too small for two average - not large - adults, but just felt unsafe. We did not sleep well the whole week. Speaking of unsafe: we walked the property, including the sloping driveway, which looked fine to the naked eye but was in places covered by algae/fungi/some kind of growth that turned out to be horribly slippery. In an instant, I fell hard on my backside and am still injured. Not a happy ending to a fairly nice stay, except for the bed issue.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe B.

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

Beautiful Serenity

Exactly what we were looking for. Great place to get away, yet close enough to attractions, such as Waterfalls, Brevard, and Pretty Place. Very well equipped with everything you need. Enjoyed greatly.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Duane C.

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

Property on Mountain with surrounding Mountain View’s.

House and Property was excellent! Interior and furnishing were excellent!
Stayed 13 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Adam B.

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

Nice property

The property was clean and we had no issues on our stay. It is in a good location.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

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

Property was amazing with every amenity you could want.

Breathe taking views off the back deck.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

KATHRYN S.

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

Laurel Creek

The property was beautiful! It has everything needed for a short term vacation. We loved the quiet and seclusion of the house. If that's what you're looking for near the beautiful town of Brevard, this is the place!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

PATRICIA S.

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

Wonderful mountain getaway

Lovely, comfortable houses with nice views and all the conveniences of home. Close to both the conveniences and charm of Brevard and endless natural wonders, including Pisgah National Forest, the waterfalls of DuPont State Park, and the Blue Ridge Parkway/Mountains.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lynda W., Johns Creek, Georgia, USA

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

Perfect mountain getaway

This is a beautiful home in the perfect spot for all the outdoor fun offered in western NC. We were minutes away from Dupont State park (we actually rode our bikes there and back). The Blue Ridge Pkwy is about 50 minutes away, and Pisgah National Forest about 45 minutes. The house itself is extremely well stocked with everything you need. The kitchen is the best stocked kitchen I've ever seen in a VRBO home. It was comfortable and private with beautiful sunsets. The sound of the nearby creek was a perfect backdrop to reading a book on the screened back porch. I can't say enough about this place. We loved it, and we will go back!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Hagai A.

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

Great family style place

Kitchen well equipped, house is big and perfect. We enjoyed the back yard.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Carolina B.

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

Just amazing! We didn’t want to leave!

This place was just beyond our expectations. Our kids enjoyed playing at the creek. This house felt like home where every corner had a nice detail. If we come back to NC we will definitely come back to this house!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Edward C., New York

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

Secluded comfy getaway

Very clean and comfortable house with a great mountain view. The whole family enjoyed the screened in porch, the deck and playing badminton in the backyard. Great beds, well-stocked kitchen and plenty of games, books and outdoor toys.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ben M.

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

Excellent all around!

Great view, comfortable home, very accommodating host!
Stayed 35 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Justin J.

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

Mountain Paradise

Exceeded our expectatations. Was easy access for our family to visit the Biltmore, Pisgah Forest Waterfalls, and Blueridge Parkway. The place was super clean, inviting and felt like home from the time we stepped in the front door. This was also one of the most well stocked rentals we ever had. Cant say enough positive things about it. Thinking about making another visit this fall.

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

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

Beautiful and Comfortable

This home was very comfortable. As soon as I walked in I felt at home. It was so clean and organized! I would definitely go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

JC M., Reston, VA

Very comfortable

I've stayed here multiple times it's always very clean and comfortable. Darlene, the manager has always been great to deal with.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

6/10 Okay

JC M., Reston, VA

Repeat guest

Clean, comfortable, and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

JC M., Reston, VA

Always clean, quiet, and comfortable.

I have stayed here many times and have always been satisfied. The property managers are great to work with and take excellent care of the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2019

About the host

Hosted by Darlene Witham or Ron Mashburn

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We vacationed at this beautiful home several years before purchasing it in November 2023.  The proximity to all the outdoor adventures we love is what brought us here over and over again.  It became our favorite vacation spot!  Now that it is our home, we want to share it with others who have similar interests in the outdoors.  Bring your family or friends, toys, your sense of adventure and make some of your best memories, here at Deer Path.  David and Lynda Ward, Owners

Why they chose this property

Cycling is our favorite outdoor activity and our home is in the middle of more trails, forests, and roads than you can imagine.  Nearby Brevard is called the Land of Waterfalls, so if hiking is on your list, you will literally find hundreds of hiking trails in this area.  The Davidson and French Broad rivers are within minutes of the house for extraordinary fly fishing and kayaking. 

What makes this property unique

While our home is situated in a serene and tranquil location, it is convenient to Brevard and Hendersonville for shopping and all the attractions these towns have to offer.

Languages:

English, German, Russian

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