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Dog-friendly mountain escape with firepit - near Asheville & Lake Junaluska

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Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 11233.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Candler, NC
  • Bob Lewis Ballpark
    12 min drive
  • Asheville Outlets
    14 min drive
  • Biltmore Winery
    27 min drive
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    23 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Queen Beds

Living room

1 Double Sofa Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Dog-friendly mountain escape with firepit - near Asheville & Lake Junaluska

Serenity Woods

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Offering gorgeous vistas, including a view of Mount Pisgah, and a prime location on nearly an acre of bucolic mountainside land, your ideal Appalachian escape awaits at this spacious home. Sip morning coffee on the covered front porch featuring rockers. In the evening, cook burgers on the gas grill, then dine alfresco at the outdoor table, boasting partial mountain views. At night, gather to stargaze around the wood-burning firepit in the yard.
Venture mere minutes to downtown Asheville to enjoy the thriving culture and cuisine. Spend fun-filled days at the lake or on the ski slopes. Return home for an evening around the outdoor firepit at your serene mountainside retreat.

Sofas and an armchair set the scene for relaxation beside a gas fireplace in the stylish living area. In the evening, settle in to stream your favorite shows on the 65" smart TV. A Ping-Pong table in the garage provides hours of group fun. Let your culinary skills shine in the pristine kitchen, with granite countertops and a full suite of stainless steel appliances. While dinner simmers, perch at the kitchen bar, then gather for fresh meals around the formal dining table or kitchen table.

Two bedrooms feature smart TVs and en suite bathrooms, including the primary suite with a jetted soaking tub and a walk-in shower.

Amenities include complimentary WiFi and a washer/dryer.

Things to Know
Check-in time: 4:00 p.m.
Check-out time: 10:00 a.m.
Streaming services are available with guests' own accounts.
All guests shall abide by Vacasa’s good neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!


Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of North Carolina
Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs only. Max of 2.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Candler

Candler is home to this holiday home. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Biltmore Estate and Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance. Travelling with kids? Consider Asheville Pinball Museum and Colburn Earth Science Museum.
Map
Candler, NC

What's nearby

  • Bob Lewis Ballpark - 12 min drive
  • Asheville Outlets - 14 min drive
  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 18 min drive
  • The Orange Peel - 18 min drive
  • Biltmore Estate - 28 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Sand Hill Kitchen - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Doc Brown's BBQ - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dog-friendly mountain escape with firepit - near Asheville & Lake Junaluska pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Dog-friendly mountain escape with firepit - near Asheville & Lake Junaluska?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dog-friendly mountain escape with firepit - near Asheville & Lake Junaluska?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dog-friendly mountain escape with firepit - near Asheville & Lake Junaluska located?

Set in Candler, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Bob Lewis Ballpark, WNC Farmers Market and Pisgah National Forest. Asheville Outlets and Downtown Market Asheville are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Emmy S.

Perfect Location
This vacation rental acted as a quiet, beautiful home away from our home. It provided the relaxation for our family after the daily adventures to nearby attractions. We thoroughly enjoyed being away from town, but close enough to drive to everything. We loved going into Asheville to experience dining, breweries, Biltmore Estate, and Zen Tubing. Spending time at Sliding Rock and hiking through Mt. Pisgah was easily accessible as well. Great location in a beautiful home!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Preston A.

Nice mountain house
Quite, well stocked kitchen ( no dish rag or sponge) spice pots dishes were nice. Place was clean and well
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great fit for our family!
This home was a great fit for our family. There was plenty of room for everyone to enjoy time together and still have the privacy we each required. My mother in-law and her sister found the path leading to the front door a bit challenging as it is on an incline with a few steps to climb. The master bedroom is on the main level; however, there are two bedrooms upstairs and one bedroom in the basement - the one with two queen beds. Both sets of stairs are somewhat steep. This note is only to help those traveling with individuals who have difficulty getting around and in no way a reflection of our host. All of the rooms were comfortable and very clean. We had no issues during our stay and all enjoyed the feeling of home. I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Ernest B.

Always Enjoy!
This is our second stay at this home. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. House is wonderful for a family get-together.
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8/10 Good

Rebecca B.

Beautiful home, hot water goes fast!
Beautiful home, beds were good, location was great, furniture was nice. Space was good for 7.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Mike T.

Great Property, great stay!!!
The house was in excellent condition and exactly as depicted in the write up. Cleanliness was outstanding and many nice thoughtful extras were provided. The Vacasa check-in and follow-up was excellent. I would highly recommend this property if you are staying in the greater Ashville NC area!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

allison b., Roswell, GA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot
We loved staying at this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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8/10 Good

Susan A.

Collins Christmas
The property was very quiet and peaceful. We enjoyed our time together.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Blayne M.

Awesome Home!
Wonderful home, even better than the pictures. Very comfortable, nice scenery, great deck and fire pit, and generally just very nice and clean. Overall our stay exceeded expectations.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ginny S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great get!-away
We really appreciated the house! Each of our families got a floor and their own bath. We found everything we needed! We did struggle with the door lock, but we're able to reach someone for assistance.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kammie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
Wonderful property!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tanya A., Denver, Colorado

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for a group trip, a few small improvements
Great place to stay for a girls trip if you want a lot of space and if you want quiet restful sleep. There were plenty of bedrooms/bathrooms for us to spread out, beds were comfy, living room was comfy, and I liked that there were enough seats at the dining table for us. Upstairs bathroom had bad water pressure in the sink and one of the beds was creaky. Basement shower was slow to drain and we wished we had some hooks, hangers, and surfaces to put our towels, clothes, and toiletries. There's black gunk in the fridge water filter spout that we couldn't clean off, but tap water was fine. Prompt communication, but it felt impersonal and automated and there was no flexibility on check-in or check-out time. Due to the location, we had trouble calling Ubers to the house and they always canceled on us. So plan to drive if you can. Scheduling a ride ahead of time might work, but we didn't try.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Kristen L.

Wonderful stay!
Very clean home with plenty of space for everyone. We would definitely stay again! Only complaint would be the grass was not mowed before we arrived and mowing was done on a Saturday during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Benjamin C.

Great place for a reunion!
Home has a great layout with bedrooms on 3 floors for families and friends to spread out. We loved the outdoor deck and family areas inside the home. Plenty of room for games and catching up!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Bert R.

Lovely house close to downtown Asheville
The house is located in the perfect place--near the mountains but close enough to downtown Asheville. Backyard deck, firepit and grill make this the perfect stay for family and friends.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela R., Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding Celebration
This home is stunning, great location, all the bedrooms were super comfortable, the kitchen was fully equipped, it had everything we needed, we got to enjoy the living room for game night, the couches were cozy. We made great memories here. We highly recommend Serenity Woods, we will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect
From the moment we stepped into this property we knew it was going to be special. From the comfortable beds, furniture that was warm and welcoming and a kitchen with everything we needed! A spectacular view from the front and back was enjoyed by all. This home was spotless!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jerome D.

Siblings Reunion at Serenity Woods!
Clean and comfortable. Impressively outfitted by paying attention to the smallest details. VERY Nice home, this owner cares!! Only a 20 min ride to Asheville center.
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer O.

Perfect house!
We enjoyed our long weekend getaway! It was the perfect house for us! Thank you for opening up your home to us!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Roseann A.

Asheville Wedding
Great place to stay! We would highly recommend this property. Clean, comfy, and cozy! Only 10 minutes from the wedding we attended. Close to everything we needed!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

Hidden gem
Great location Close to everything but tucked away in a private area. Home accommodated 8 people comfortably. Very clean and up to date. Would definitely stay here again!!!
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10/10 Excellent

Bradley N.

Comfy, cozy and quiet
Great place. We will be back next summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Turner C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
We hosted our family here for a 50th wedding anniversary. The location is great. The house was the perfect size for us, and it matched the description and pictures perfectly. We were about 15 mins from downtown. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Al C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Beautiful Rental with Excellent Location
We were all pleased with the home we rented from you. My wife and I shared it with our son, daughter and spouses together with three grandchildren aged 15, 12 and 6. They all loved it. This was a class rental with quality appliances and furnishings.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Shelaina C.

Family Ladies Weekend in Asheville
We had a wonderful stay!- the house was very clean, spacious, beautifully decorated, and well maintained. The furniture and beds were comfortable, there were plenty of bath linens and blankets, and the kitchen was well stocked with necessities. The location was also ideal- a very short drive to Asheville, yet set just far away enough from town to feel relaxing and peaceful. We found the sitting room to feel especially cozy (the gas fireplace added to the ambiance), the garage access to be very convenient, and the additional upstairs thermostat to be a nice surprise! We actually chose to spend more time there than originally planned because we felt so “at home”, and opted for dinner in a couple of nights, movie evenings, and other activities together at the house. (The main- floor bedroom was unexpectedly necessary and perfect for one in our party, too.) Thank you for helping to set the stage for such a fun and memorable vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

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