Spring has arrived in the mountains and it's been glorious! When you're finished visiting the local attractions, you have a clean, comfortable 400 square foot tiny home to come back to in a very peaceful area. While you're here, plan a visit to the Biltmore Estate to see their fabulous grounds, grand house, winery restaurants. Browse the unique shops in Asheville and Black Mountain. There is something of interest for everyone. Dine on some of the tastiest, most creative dishes in western North Carolina. There are lots of restaurants, local breweries and wineries to visit.

Or take a leisurely drive over to Lake Lure. Walk through town and visit their interesting shops, pan for gems, and eat at any of their delicious restaurants. Stop and walk through the Flowering Bridge, it's beautiful any time of the year. Chimney Rock state park is waiting for you to visit while you're in Lake Lure. Walk or take the elevator to the top to see beautiful views of Lake Lure and the surrounding area. There are hiking trails and the park is dog friendly.

We're 12 miles to downtown Asheville, 20 minutes to the Biltmore, Lake Lure and Chimney Rock. We're only 7 miles to the entrance for the Blue Ridge Parkway, which you can take to the Folk Art Center. It's a "must see" when you're in the area. They have a museum, crafts from all over Appalachia, and craft exhibitions. If you'd like to see the local wildlife, we are about 9 miles from the North Carolina Nature Center. The center is 42 acres and has more than 60 animal species.

Hiking trails abound in western North Carolina and you can find many of them on the Parkway. There are trails for all skill levels. Dupont State Forest, where The Hunger Games was filmed, is a leisurely 40 minute ride. When you arrive, you'll find 89 miles of hiking trails, 3 lakes and 6 waterfalls to enjoy. The Florence Nature Preserve is only 5 miles away.

When you stay at our guest house, you'll have your own private back yard to enjoy. It's fenced in for your privacy, and for your dog to enjoy. There's a gas grill and fire pit, we even supply the wood.

All linens, towels, face clothes, paper products, spices, silverware, pots, pans, glassware and dinnerware are ready and waiting. Our water is from a well and has a fluctuating iron/mineral content. It can sometimes have an off color. It is not harmful, but we do supply bottled drinking water for those not used to well water.

We welcome well behaved, house trained, small to medium/small breed dogs 25 pounds or under. There is a 2 dog maximum. We do not accept aggressive breeds, cats, or birds, sorry. Feel free to contact us if you'd like to discuss a possible exception for your dog.

We live on the property and are here if you need anything. We try to say hi when you check in, but otherwise leave our guests to enjoy their vacation.

Please feel free to contact us with any questions!