Pet-friendly vacation rentals in McDowell County

A-Frame|Mtn Views|Hot Tub|King Ensuites|Pool Table

Escape to the Moksha Retreat, a pet-friendly* log cabin in Black Mountain offering rustic luxury. With stunning mountain views from every room, the cabin is 15 minutes from downtown Black Mountain, and 25-30 mins to Asheville, Lake Tomahawk, and other local attractions. Enjoy spacious bedrooms with king beds, ensuite bathrooms and a fully-stocked kitchen. Onsite entertainment options include a 120" movie screen, yoga nook, outdoor firepit, pool table, board games, & hot tub. *add’l cleaning fee

Cozy Cabin on 4 acres - By I-40, King Bed, Loft

"Old Fort Tiny Cabin" is a gorgeous 399 sq ft cabin nestled on 4 rural acres & close to downtown Old Fort! 2 BR/ 1 BATH 4 acres Front Deck Fenced Yard Outdoor Grilling & Seating Fire Pit Fully Equipped Kitchen Smart TV in Loft & Bedroom Video Games Fast Wi-Fi Near Pisgah National Forest for Hiking & Biking Washer/Dryer Dog Friendly EV charging 1.5 miles away Located a few miles from restaurants, grocery stores, coffee shops & craft breweries. 25 minutes to Asheville 15 minutes to Black Mtn

Charming Creekside Cabin

This charming, rustic cabin is nestled amongst lush mountain laurel providing a very private and secluded atmosphere. Take in the sights and sounds of nature from the generous wrap around porch which overlooks the babbling brook and mossy rocks below. A chance to unwind and unplug while being surrounded by nature. This creekside cabin is located on 24 wooded acres, we invite you to get outside and explore the private hiking trails, mountain views and creeks this special place has to offer.

Cozy Custom A-Frame • Hot Tub • Near Catawba Falls

Ready to run away from it all for a weekend retreat of peace and quiet? Little Mountain A-Frame is about to become your new favorite cabin. Set amongst seven acres of woods, there's privacy and seclusion without losing the benefit of being only 15 minutes from town, where you'll find breweries, a winery, restaurants, shops, and the famous Catawba Falls hike! Visit our viral (110,000+ followers!) ig 'littlemountainaframe' for more! **FOR CALENDAR INFO: Please see the FAQ at the bottom**

April's Treetop Dome • Blue Ridge Views, Waterfall

Stuck in the city hustle? Breathe deeper in mountain air at the edge of Pisgah National Forest. New private outhouse (2025). Hike 3 scenic waterfall trails nearby, or sip hot coffee from your king bed with a view of the Black Mountains. Center yourselves on our custom elevated deck overlooking Pisgah National Forest. Secluded, but only 5 mins from Walmart for supplies. PLEASE NOTE (1) This is a fully off-grid experience (2) Winter campers, bundle up for cold nights. Read all info below!

The Mothership

Welcome to the Mothership, an octagonal post and beam cottage built for those with a love of the outdoors. Located on our small farm in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains, we are a perfect launching point for adventure. Lake James and the Linville Gorge are only 20 minutes away, Asheville 45 minutes, and Charlotte only an hour. Explore countless waterfalls, miles of trails, or kayak our beautiful rivers during the day, and relax in the hot tub and shoot pool in the evening.

Log Cabin Hot Tub Starlink 25 Min to Asheville

Come back to the Blue Ridge Mountains! Unwind in a rocking chair, savoring the crisp mountain air at our cabin—a quintessential and inviting log home with dreamy mountain views. Steps away, loads of outdoor activities beckon, including mountain biking, hiking, and trout fishing in Mill Creek. Or relax in the hot tub, enjoy a round of billiards, or stream Netflix with our high-speed Starlink internet. Your perfect mountain retreat awaits, conveniently located near Asheville.

Secluded/Hot tub/Fast Wifi/Mountain View

"Bear's-Eye View" Nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, at just over 3,000 feet elevation, you will find our private 3br/2.5ba cabin, with year-round long range mountain views. There are no neighbors in sight from the cabin, yet you are only a few minutes away from a convenient grocery location (Walmart - 3.7mi). The quaint downtown of Spruce Pine is 5 miles away, and we are just 10 minutes off the Blue Ridge Parkway (milepost 331). High speed Internet

Cozy 2 bedroom home with firepit!

Relax with the whole family at this peaceful 2 bedroom tiny home! Its the perfect spot for couples or small familes looking for a quiet getaway!! This is the perfect location being just minutes to the best hiking/biking trails around and 10 minutes to black mountain, 25 minutes to popular down town Asheville! We are also just 25 min to lake James! So much fun in one area! Enjoy a day tubing down catawba river, hiking catawba falls, or exploring around andrews geyser!

Tamarca Hollow, A Nature Retreat

Escape the noise of your everyday world at our National Wildlife Federation Certified Habitat! Your space is a 700 sf, 1 bedroom (queen bed), 1 bath area above (exterior stairs) our garage. We have a gravel, long, steep driveway (AWD\FWD ARE RECOMMENDED) & we’re tucked in down at the bottom of a 10 acre forest. No internet, wifi or tv service, but we guarantee you a better connection to nature! Unplug, disconnect and take in, savor the magick that is Tamarca Hollow!

Elevated Escape|Treehouse+Hot Tub+Hiking/Goats

⭐️ Brand New Treehouse suspended 16 ft high ⭐️Swinging Bridge ⭐️ Breathtaking Mountain View ⭐️Onsite half mile hike to Waterfall ⭐️Hot Tub on deck with View ⭐️Close to Asheville and Black Mountain ⭐️Hiking/Creek access on site ⭐️ 90 acres backed up to Pisgah Nat’l Forest ⭐️Small petting farm with goats, donkey on site ⭐️Marion recently voted #1 area to purchase vacation property by Travel & Leisure ⭐️ Black-out Shades on all windows and doors

Mount Mitchell Retreat | Fire Pit, Grill & Views

Escape to your private Blue Ridge Mountain retreat in Burnsville. Tucked away among the trees, this peaceful cabin offers stunning mountain views, an open-concept living space, a fully equipped kitchen, and comfortable accommodations for up to 6 guests. Enjoy hiking, waterfalls, scenic drives, star-filled nights, and the tranquility of nature—all while being just a short drive from downtown Burnsville and local attractions.