My husband and I wanted to try a Bed and Breakfast and were not sure what to expect. Cherie and…read moreDean pay attention to the little details - from asking our dietary restrictions and preferences previsit to making sure ice packs were in the freezer during our stay. The Inn is beautiful and comfortable. The grounds are gorgeous. And the breakfasts!!! Kudos to Chef Cherie for her creativity in designing meals that suit all her guests and for her mastery in the kitchen. Delicious!!! We were welcomed upon arrival which also happened to be Social Hour. After assistance with our luggage we were greeted with a glass of wine (beer or non-alcoholic beverage of choice). Social Hour takes place daily on the beautiful veranda facing the Blue Ridge Moutains. Conversation flows freely between guests and hosts. Cherie and Dean were very helpful with restaurant recommendations and ideas of things to do in and around Asheville. On that note - Asheville is OPEN folks. Come on down! The area around the Inn is beautiful (Historic Montford) and very convenient to noted restaurants for those who want to walk around. We drove and didn't have any challenges parking the car. The Botanical Gardens and the Arboretum are close also. Asheville and Abington Green - we will be back!

We stayed there this past weekend on the recommendation of our friends, who had already stayed…read morethere 3 or 4 times before. What a wonderful experience! The owners could not have been warmer or more outgoing. The breakfasts were delicious and different each morning. The dining room is beautiful. The cookies and desserts were Great! The offering of wine, assorted cheeses fruit and nuts at the 5PM time were so tasty. The rooms are quite nice and comfortable. We will definitely return whenever we are in Asheville!! Downtown is less than a mile away and parking can be tricky sometimes so rideshare might be an option.

My daughter and I loved the Carolina bed and breakfast. We were greeted with such warmth and very…read moreattentive. We arrived for the 5:30pm for the appetizers with wine and teas, so delicious. Breakfast was delicious and different each day. Location was great, close to restaurants and shops. We will definitely be back for Christmas.

My wife and I loved our stay at the Carolina Bed & Breakfast. The entire staff was so…read moreaccommodating and made us feel at home. Diana was welcoming and attentive to every detail. Sara in the kitchen is an amazing cook and went out of her way to accommodate a picky eater. It was delicious along with the evening treats every night. Brittany and Kelly were also so nice and added to a wonderful stay. The front porch was a favorite with swings and the grounds are beautiful. This was our first trip to Asheville and we're glad we had the experience of staying at the Carolina Bed & Breakfast.

Heaven on earth! Outlander Glam Camp is a little slice of paradise just 15-minutes from Asheville…read moreand even closer to the charming small towns of Marshall and Weaverville. We booked our 3-night stay to celebrate our anniversary on Airbnb. Search for the Fairy Tale Cottage in Alexander, NC and tell her Taryn and Ted sent ya! Every little detail of our stay was perfect! The owner, Brookes, is one of the most accommodating hosts I've ever met. She had a fire set for us upon arrival, fresh flowers in the cabin, electric blanket and space heater cranked every night (we got lucky with beautiful weather in the 60's during our visit in February) and the most amazing breakfast delivered to our bed every morning. It's hard to pick a favorite part of our stay, but if pressed, it would likely be the breakfasts. We had blueberry biscuits with maple bacon on day 1, shredded pork with lime crema and a poached egg on ciabatta day 2 and chocolate chip orange zest French toast with sausage on day 3. All with fresh fruit every day. We wanted for nothing during our stay. Seriously. Somehow Brookes has thought of literally everything you might need for a comfortable stay. We wanted to roast marshmallows over the fire. Guess what? She had extendable roasting sticks waiting for us. We didn't want to brave the outdoor shower after dark but needed to freshen up. Never fear! Lavender wipes in the room. I need coffee within 10 minutes of waking up or it's not pretty. We made a fresh pot of what I think was hazelnut coffee in the room with the cleanest mountain water you'll ever taste (from the sink on our porch) every morning. She even had mini moos and sugar to go with it. The cabins have power so there is a hair dryer for the slightly high maintenance. I.E., me. Ted hurt his back and needed some pain relievers. There were even ibuprofens in the room, people! See what I mean? She thought of everything! If looking for unique, peaceful accommodations "off the grid" but still close enough to Asheville to stay busy during the day, look no further than Outlander Glam Camp. We arrived as guests and left as friends. Can't wait to visit again soon and often!

The Outlander Glam Camp is a little slice of heaven on earth. Brookes has thought of every detail,…read morefrom the wonderful outdoor shower, a delicious breakfast each morning and a romantic fire prepared for us every night. We stayed in one of the tents during October. The nights were chilly but with the electric blanket and the super comfy bed, I had two of the most restful nights sleep that I've had in I don't know when. Do yourself a favor and book a stay with Brookes!

This is a great place to stay!!! It's very cozy and has an amazing view! I highly recommend this…read moreplace!

Vero Mountain Dome Glamping exceeded all of our expectations. The attention to detail in the bed…read moresetup, with luxurious bedding and a hotel-quality comforter, made for an incredibly comfortable and cozy night's sleep. The addition of a heated mattress pad was a thoughtful touch that added an extra level of comfort. The shower experience was outstanding, with plenty of hot water and a refreshing waterfall showerhead. Despite the chilly 23° weather, everything stayed warm thanks to the user-friendly pellet stove. The hot tub, set at a perfect 104°, provided a truly relaxing experience. Additionally, the soak tub next to the bed was a delightful luxury. Every single detail that could have been thought of was. The place is decorated so perfectly and thoughtful. I was super excited to find a blue tooth speaker for music. What made our stay even more special was the owners, Tom and Cris, who went above and beyond to show us their farm and introduce us to all their animals. Their hospitality made us feel welcome and added an extra layer of enjoyment to our visit. This was our first time staying in an eco-Dome, and it was a definite 5-star experience. We loved every minute and will definitely be returning in the future. Thank you, Vero Mountain, for providing such a wonderful experience.

Beautiful property with accommodations and lots of farm animals, including horses and cows.read more

This whimsical retreat is a three-story, stone covered, storybook castle in the woods about 20…read moremiles north of Asheville, North Carolina. It is built into the hillside, so the second floor is the main entrance. Downstairs is the kitchen and living area with a delightful patio. The second floor has a large bedroom, bathroom and its own patio. The third floor is a loft with beautiful, wood-carved, queen-size bunk beds and foosball - the perfect place to stash the kids if you couldn't get away without them! The retreat is an ideal way to be "off the grid" for a weekend or full week of personal reflection, romance, fun with friends or a family retreat, but off the grid is an option since the cottage is wired with internet and satellite television. The decorator must have a great sense of humor. It is sophisticated enough to satisfy the most discriminating, but there are stuffed animals displayed like hunting trophies and peering out from cubbies. The road to the retreat is gravel covered and steep in spots. I can imagine it would require four-wheel-drive in the winter and you wouldn't want to drive a ground-hugging Ferrari at any time of the year. That ruggedness helps keep the riff-raff out to provide an incredibly quiet experience. (If your Yelp shows the Google map to the retreat location, you can see by the twisting, winding roads how far off the beaten track this respite is located!) Beefy's Retreat provides an enjoyable stay and a great chance to let your inner Maid Marian and Robin Hood run free!

We just returned from our North Carolina vacation. We experienced several highlights,but this…read more little "micro castle" , as they call it ,was the most unique. It is near Asheville but really out by itself so you feel privacy and accessibility. This is not roughing it. My Lord, they even had an Ipod Dock (which I had no idea existed) It would be a good idea if you go to bring an ATV, plenty of places to roam on the road. It is also a great place to ride bikes,hike all that stuff. We saw a ski resort at the bottom of the hill but the kids seemed to be taking the chair lift up carrying their bicycles Oh and the critter are abundant but fortunately the cute little hot tub is privately fenced. The place is small but has lots of beds. We are a couple and it was perfect small and very unique like a storybook tower in levels. We especially liked the Gratitude Tree, where we were encouraged to hang a message of what we were thankful for on this tree in the woods just outside the cabin. If you have a large family and want to spread out this may not be the place but I will be back for a hunting trip Also not easy to find but the directions were great, also back there the gravel road is king, that may require a 4WD in snow but we were there just at beginning of the leaf season which was awesome. The Asheville area was quite a pleasant surprise they call it the Paris of the South but this isn't supposed to be about that huh? Bring Food and Spirits with you. Nearest store is like 15 mins away. Quiet YES!!!

Wendy was able to put a fabulous trip together for my husband and me to France and Italy for a 3…read moreweek vacation. From the airfare leaving the States till we arrived home! Every detail was scheduled by Wendy flawlessly. We were picked up at the airport and train stations by drivers and delivered to our hotels. Our private guided tours were always on time and very educational and fun. Restaurant reservations were ready for us and the food was terrific! I highly recommend Bliss Travel and Wendy!

We found Cross Creek Cabins quite by accident about 10 years ago. Our first visit to Fishing Bear…read morewas dreamy... the cabin with so very cozy with stuffed teddy bears sitting on every shelf and in every nook and cranny, a nicely set dining room table, comfy chairs, a kitchen fully stocked with every imaginable utensil, coffee maker, microwave, piles of fresh towels and pillows, a trunk full of extra snuggly blankets, a shelf full of cards and games, a fire pit and grill outside and lots of quiet, woodsy privacy. Our latest visit just a few months ago was just as special: the Fishing Bear cabin did not disappoint. It was just as quaint and cozy as we remembered it. The property has expanded over the years to include a beautiful little pond fed by a creek which is truly meditative in the morning mist, picnic tables, and by the owner's home, a barn with the sweetest ponies (and a mule!) that you'll ever meet. Cross Creek Cabins is right off the Blue Ridge Parkway and conveniently located near the Linville Caverns, Linville Falls, Grandfather Mountain, Blowing Rock and Tweetsie Railroad. Along the windy road of 221, you'll find some curious little gift shops and mercantiles! Boone is under 30 minutes away. There are several other cabins available on the property, I believe most of the accommodate larger groups. The owners are professional and courteous. At the time, they did not offer wifi, and our little hotspot had a hard time trying to catch a signal... but after all, you're in the mountains to relax, right? :) We've tried other cabins managed by rental companies but there is something special about Cross Creek. This place is our mountain getaway of choice!

We stayed at Oak Tree Cottage. When we arrived there was a large ladder extending from the ground…read moreto the roof line. The owner asked me to keep my Grandson away from it and that someone would be coming to get it. It extended across the deck, so I was a little concerned he might try to climb it. During our stay he turned around to leave the deck and forgot it was there and bumped his head on it. We walked around it all weekend. No one ever came to remove it. Also, there are electric wall heaters in all the bedrooms and living room as well as a propane fueled fireplace in the living room. There are no smoke detectors or carbon monoxide detectors in the entire cabin. The area is beautiful. There was plenty of utensils and linens. The cabin was very clean. If you don't mind the owner's lack of concern for your safety, it's a nice place to stay.