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Best of both worlds! Surrounded by nature and still close to town!

Swannanoa vacation home with kitchen

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A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining table with chairs, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A two-story building with a staircase leading to a deck, surrounded by trees and a grassy area with wooden logs.
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a chair, and a sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.
A wooden deck with a view of trees and a building in the background.
A cozy room with a wooden wall, a fireplace, a comfortable chair, and a table with a lamp.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Swannanoa, NC
  • Place, Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Blue Ridge National Heritage Area
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Swannanoa

In Swannanoa .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Swannanoa vacation home, you'll find Chatlos Memorial Chapel and Azalea Dog Park. Southern Highland Craft Guild Folk Art Center and Western North Carolina Nature Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center - 7 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • Southern Highland Craft Guild Folk Art Center - 7 min drive - 5.5 miles
  • Blue Ridge National Heritage Area - 7 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance - 7 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Western North Carolina Nature Center - 8 min drive - 6.3 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nachos & Beer - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive
  • Sonic Drive-In
  • ‪Papa John's Pizza - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Best of both worlds! Surrounded by nature and still close to town!

Solitude Ridge, the name says it all.

In 15 minutes you can rideshare to vibrant downtown Asheville with some of the country's best breweries. Afterwards, you can grill and relax on your completely private deck.
After quiet morning coffee in a rocking chair on the front porch, you could wander into the wild forest before grabbing breakfast in Black Mountain 10 minutes away.

This simple home is the perfect place for your party of 7 to relax and enjoy the natural beauty of authentic Appalachia.

About the Space
Ample comfortable outdoor seating and plenty of space to lounge around, do yoga, and read a good book. Board games, books and Roku sticks to enjoy by the gas fireplace and a fully equipped workspace for those who need to take care of business.

Guest access
You'll have the whole house and backyard, as well as walking access (up the steep and wild mountain) to our little flat spot with a view at the top of our two acres.

Of Note:
The steep, paved driveway can add an exciting element for those who enjoy solitude in nature! Unfortunately it cannot accommodate guests with RVs or large trailers.

There are stairs inside the home that are not suitable for young children, as they have a railing that children could easily climb through. We do not recommend that families with toddlers book our property. Thank you for understanding.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 3 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Garden
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,400 square feet
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 3 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Best of both worlds! Surrounded by nature and still close to town! to the airport?

This vacation home is 22.7 mi (34-min drive) away from the Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Best of both worlds! Surrounded by nature and still close to town!?

As of Aug 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best of both worlds! Surrounded by nature and still close to town! on Aug 11, 2026 start from $296, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Best of both worlds! Surrounded by nature and still close to town! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

Does Best of both worlds! Surrounded by nature and still close to town! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Best of both worlds! Surrounded by nature and still close to town!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Best of both worlds! Surrounded by nature and still close to town!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Best of both worlds! Surrounded by nature and still close to town!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Best of both worlds! Surrounded by nature and still close to town! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Best of both worlds! Surrounded by nature and still close to town! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Best of both worlds! Surrounded by nature and still close to town! to downtown Swannanoa?

This vacation home is 1.2 mi away from Swannanoa.

Best of both worlds! Surrounded by nature and still close to town! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carrie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our stay was lovely. Perfect for this trip. Clean, beautifully equipped.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Janet O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was beautiful, clean and comfortable. We had a very nice, relaxing weekend, and we would definitely come back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Belissa W.

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

Weekend stay

The house was great for our weekend stay. It was a great place to relax and unwind.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lori N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed setting on the deck. Nicole was great at communicating with me. Beds very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brittany K.

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

Cozy and peaceful

The house was cozy, comfortable, and conveniently located. Surrounded by peaceful forest, it's a great place to unwind. The owner made check-in and check-out easy. We had a great time and would visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as listed
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful two-month stay while we looked for our new home in the region. The host is a pleasure to work with. Very responsive and helpful. The place is exactly as described and very peaceful. We fell in love with Mountain living while there and in fact purchased a similar home. Swannanoa is coming back from Helene and everyone is so friendly.
Stayed 63 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

George P.

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

Convenient location, nice outdoor space

The place is comfortable with 3 bedrooms and a large amount of decking outside to enjoy nature. Views are obscured by the trees in summer, I suspect Fall and Winter you can more clearly see mountains. The location is quick access to Swannanoa as well as I-40 to get to Black Mountain or Asheville. The owner was very responsive to questions and we will definitely plan to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Renee V.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amber M.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

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