Family-friendly vacation rentals in Swannanoa

Nature Engulfed Studio ‘Apartment’ On the Mountain

Basement efficiency apartment with kitchenette Secluded: 500 feet from nearest neighbor Small fridge microwave coffee maker cooktop 1 Guest PARKING space: large car 16 STEPS down to the private entrance Close to great hiking 15 minutes from East Asheville or Black Mountain 3000 feet elevation Last quarter mile of drive is up a curvy mountain gravel road Need own vehicle Fine unless Snow 50" TV: Roku & others High speed wifi Maybe spotty cell service OUR INSURANCE LIMITS US TO 2 GUESTS MAXIMUM

The Understory: Private Retreat with Outdoor Tub

Welcome to The Understory. Nestled deep in the rhododendron covered woods, this romantic hand-crafted tiny home offers you a peaceful and memorable stay just 15 minutes from both Asheville and Black Mountain. Inside consists of 350 square feet of comfortable living space including a rain shower, king sized bed, cozy wood stove and a full kitchen. Surrounding the cabin is another 500 square feet of living space with a deck, outdoor soaking bathtub, and patio with a fire pit and propane grill.

Kapwa Cabin - a joyful space to reconnect

Kapwa Cabin is a tiny house nestled in a quiet wooded neighborhood just 15 minutes from Asheville. Kapwa is a Filipino concept that very loosely translates to 'kindred.' It refers to space where acknowledgement of our shared identity instructs us to care for each other. In this spirit we have sourced art that connects our indigenous lineages, celebrates our shared future, and showcases BIPOC creators. $10 from every night you book will go to an organization working to strengthen community.

Buckeye Studio-between Asheville and Black Mtn.

Buckeye Studio is nestled in the country between Asheville and Black Mountain. 800 sf Studio on a 2 acre lot with queen bed and sleeper sofa. Fully equipped kitchenette with mini fridge. Private outside seating on porch with beautiful sunset and mountains. You might hear in the distance some farm animals - roosters and donkeys. The Biltmore Estate and Blue Ridge Parkway are a short distance away. Come enjoy hiking, dining, local breweries and make memories. Parking for 2 cars.

The RhodoDen

As its name suggests, The RhodoDen is a cozy 1974 Airstream Argosy nestled among the rhododendron of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Set along a trickling creek with a bonfire ring and a view of nearby Watch Knob, this is "glamping" at its finest. RhodoDen provides an idyllic place to relax, and is a great basecamp for hiking adventures, dining and nightlife in Asheville and Black Mountain, both of which are only 15 minutes away. Plus we are pet friendly! Update 3/24: We built a roof!

The Roost- A tiny home in the Blue Ridge Mountains

Inspired by the Iroquoi longhouse and Ryan’s off-the-grid childhood, The Roost is a rustic arched tiny home, framed with birch saplings. High atop a ridge, you can enjoy year-round views of the mountains from the porch. Hike up the ridge or cozy up by the wood stove with a book. Grill out, start a campfire or just relax in the hammock. Nightlife, food, coffee and breweries in Asheville and Black mountain are 15 minutes away. It's an hour to Great Smokey Mountains National Park!

Spruce Fork Cottage

Spruce Fork Cottage is a cozy cabin using some solar energy with 2 bedrooms, living/dining area, kitchen, and bathroom with shower. It is a prefect getaway for 1 to no more than 4 people and is within 20 minutes of Asheville, 15 minutes from Black Mountain, 10 minutes from market/gas. Areas to hike are close by or accessible via the Blue Ridge Parkway. Mount Mitchell is an hour north on BR Parkway, Carl Sandburg is about an hour South. Everyone is welcome.

Jade Tree Place A bit of paradise!

Recently updated private apartment with private entrance and parking space, adjoining, however, separate from the main house, (no space sharing), in a park setting, complete kitchen, queen bed, cable tv, wifi internet ,queen hide a bed sofa in living room, covered porch, 7 acre setting ..located between Asheville (15 minutes) & Black Mountain (10 minutes) 3 miles to Warren Wilson College.

"The Fox Den" private apt w/Mountain Views & Pool

"The Fox Den" is a beautiful private apartment in a cozy, 1947 cottage located in Swannanoa. This is a perfect year round get away for travelers who are looking for a tranquil setting that's less than 10 minutes from Black Mountain, and 15 minutes from the restaurants and breweries of Asheville, and some of the best hiking spots off the Blue Ridge Parkway.