The Best AirBnBs And Rentals In Asheville, North Carolina- You might be thinking where should I stay if visiting Asheville, NC or the Blue Ridge Parkway?  Here I have listed the top AirBnB rentals near Asheville North Carolina, both in the mountains and near downtown.  These rentals are the best cozy cabins that you can find for winter or summer, hiking in the mountain and even ones that are walking distance to breweries or restaurants!  From these locations you can easily get to downtown, the Biltmore, The Blue Ridge Parkway, Mount Pisgah and the Smoky Mountains 

These would be perfect for a small wedding, anniversary, elopement or even a honeymoon cabin stay. Some of these rentals are nestled in the woods and forest to give you that complete off the grid feel and some downtown in the city.  Some feature a romantic hot tub, fire ring or fire place, cabin like decor and more.  These are the coolest places to rent by Asheville, NC so hurry to book them as they go quick!

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Areas To Stay In

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Mountain Cabins

Downtown Living

What Area Should I Stay In?

Mountains

If your trip is focused on hiking, warming up near a fireplace and finding some peace and quiet these cabins are perfect for you.  You will be close to many hiking areas such as the Blue Ridge Parkway, Mt. Pisgah National Forest, or even the Great Smoky Mountain National Park which will make your drive in the morning shorter.  Many of these are in great locations to to take a day trip downtown as well too. 

Downtown

If your trip mainly consists of visiting Asheville’s many breweries, restaurants, coffee shops, art markets and shopping areas definitely stay more downtown.  Many places are walk-able to the AirBnB’s that I have listed here.  These places may save you money on Uber fares or parking fees.  

Where Did We Stay?

We wanted to stay somewhere in between downtown and the mountains.  Our trip was going to have a mix of hiking and visiting some restaurants and breweries.  We also went during a pandemic, so we picked a place with a fire ring so we could bring back some crowlers and growlers from local breweries to avoid some of the busy areas.  But we got lucky and got to see a lot without much of a crowd.   We stayed at Gather Around the Fire Place Cabin and had a perfect stay. 

Mountain Cabins

Tiny “Arrowhead” Cabin 

Nestled in the woods, “Arrowhead” cabin offers the best of both worlds. A relaxing country retreat yet close to everything. It is the perfect starting point to a downtown Asheville excursion, just 15 minutes away, and to an endless array of outdoor activities in the Blue Ridge Mountains. 

Pastoral Escape Close to Asheville 

Country setting and close to town – the perfect mix. Just a short 20 minute drive to downtown Asheville and the River Arts District. Completely unwind in this peaceful setting – relax in a rocking chair and listen to the sounds of the bold creek. The beautiful studio apartment, located in the daylight basement of our home, welcomes you after a day of exploring.

Zen In-Law Apt 

This beautiful mountainside retreat on the edge of the Pisgah National Forest is only minutes to West Asheville and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Enjoy a comfortable king-sized bed, and have a cup of coffee or glass of wine in our outside seating area, overlooking the breathtaking Blue Ridge mountains—you’ll often see a hot air balloon or two taking off from the field below us! 

Mountain Suite with Great View

Beautiful two bedroom apartment seated on a quiet country road within five miles of interstate and 15 minutes to Asheville. Cement drive leading in with private entrance. New deck and seating area w/firepit and picnic table. Great mountain views. Has fully equipped kitchen and gas log fireplace. 

Tiny “Black Bear” Cabin

Nestled in the woods, “Black Bear” cabin offers the best of both worlds. A relaxing country retreat yet close to everything. It is the perfect starting point to a downtown Asheville excursion, just 15 minutes away, and to an endless array of outdoor activities in the Blue Ridge Mountains. 3 miles away is the charming town of Weaverville with its quaint atmosphere, artisan shops and distinctive restaurants.

Knotty Pine House 

Knotty Pine House is country living, with great mountain views and gorgeous sunsets. An acre bordering on hilly pastures with peach, apple, and persimmon trees and grapevines. A great place for kids to safely roam. You can watch the cattle, horses and donkeys grazing in nearby fields.

AVL Round House

This adorable round house sits on the West side of Asheville in a quiet neighborhood just on the outskirts of town. Convenient to I40, just 17 min from the airport, 13 min (6 miles) to downtown, 15 min to Biltmore, 15 min to UNCA, 17 min to the arboretum and 10 min to happening Haywood Rd.

Elegant Tiny House on Organic Farm

Come enjoy the views of the farm from inside this spacious and light filled tiny home. The custom hand built space is situated just 15 minutes from downtown Asheville on our 7 acre farm homestead property. Enjoy cooking a meal in the compact but luxe kitchen. Stroll around and take in the breathtaking views of the garden and mountain views, or enjoy them from the comfort of bed! 

Ammenities Galore

The moment you open the door we want you to feel at home in our beautifully appointed apartment with plenty of room to relax, refresh, and rejuvenate. Enjoy a cup of coffee or tea while waking up to the refreshing mountain morning air or a glass of wine in the cool of the evening watching the sunset on our spacious deck. 

SweetHaus: Cool Cozy Cottage 

Lovingly renovated from inside & out, this very cozy mountain retreat features an eclectic mix of vintage & modern touches and amenities specially curated for Super Guests. Enjoy all that Asheville has to offer from this lush and peaceful mountain valley setting just 10 minutes from downtown. 

Pisgah View Lodge 

A newly built cozy two bedroom house with interior lodge look. High ceiling in living room with small loft area. Breathtaking mountain views. This location is just 5 minutes outside of Asheville city limits.

THE SWEET SPOT 

Serene hilltop residence with panoramic view of mountains. Well stocked kitchen for entertaining or celebrating a special life event or a perfect place for quiet reflection in a romantic setting. 

Downtown Living

West Asheville Urban Homestead Cottage 

Adorable cottage on an urban permaculture homestead, surrounded by a garden in a quiet yet central nook of West Asheville. Walkable to Haywood Road hot spots as well as to the riverside parks, biking trails etc. It’s about 7 minutes to downtown, 10 minutes to the Blue Ridge Parkway. The cottage has a modern farmhouse feel and gets lots of natural light. There’s a fridge, coffee maker, hot plate, and toaster oven. Enjoy your morning coffee on the deck or relax in the garden. Off-street parking.

Craftsman Charm

This one bedroom apartment with a walk out patio is located at the rear of our main home. Conveniently located in the Kenilworth neighborhood of Asheville, close to downtown, Biltmore Estate, local craft breweries and the Blue Ridge Parkway. Must be able to walk an outside set of stone steps to access apartment.

The Retreat in West Asheville

Welcome to our wonderful house in the heart of West Asheville. We offer a private, spacious apartment walkable to all the best spots West Asheville has to offer, such as Biscuit Head, Sunny Point Cafe, Westville Pub, Up country brewery, and much more. Our house is located just two blocks from the epicenter of Haywood Road where all the action is. 

West A’ville Sanctuary In The Trees

A peaceful retreat awaits you in the trees just outside of West Asheville’s “locals” downtown! Walkable to Haywood Rd and all our excellent neighborhood restaurants, art and yoga studios, farmers market and pubs. Note: Our house is in a dense suburban residential neighborhood and not outside of town. We have neighbors on all sides but we are lucky that our house is in an urban forest that affords privacy. 

Ivy Cottage

With this monthly rental, surround yourself with the beauty of your own private woods and gardens of this sweet and inviting home. Nestled minutes from everything, yet completely private, serene and tranquil. The perfect place to call your home. At the front gate you will hardly guess this slice of heaven awaits you! 

Urbane Retreat Cabin

We welcome you with a tradition of Southern hospitality, modern conveniences and an unmatched setting amidst the beauty of Asheville. This urbane retreat where city folks could tap into their inner adventurer.

Asheville Cottage 21 

Cottage 21 is a one bedroom house with a bonus sofa bed room and just shy of 900 square feet. Its more like a modern farm house and is the main house visible from the street. The space is designed for 1-2 people with the occasional guest (no more than 3 people allowed to sleep in the space) looking for a quiet, relaxing space while visiting or working in Asheville.

East-West Asheville Beauty

Lovely tree-level apartment adjacent to single-family home, beautifully landscaped. Short walk to French Broad River parks, located in East-West Asheville. A few minutes drive from downtown.

Gather Around the Fire Pit

Pull up a seat at the chunky, farmhouse-style breakfast bar for a morning snack, then make the short drive to explore the historic Biltmore Estate. Glossy, white subway tiles and an open floor plan contrast with distressed, reclaimed furniture!!

Cottage in the Trees

Experience the convenience of this private cozy studio apt (260sqft), private deck, and outdoor garden nook nestled amongst large trees in the heart of beautiful Asheville, NC. Parking in the city can be tough but stay here and you can walk or bike to it all! Famous Pack Square, iconic French Broad Chocolate Lounge amongst many other breweries, restaurants and coffee houses are a 5-10 minute walk.

Charming Cottage Overlooking Downtown

Experience the convenience of this private relaxing studio and large balcony nestled under large trees overlooking the heart of beautiful downtown Asheville, NC. Parking in the city is tough, stay here and you can walk or bike to it all! Famous Pack Square, iconic French Broad Chocolate Lounge amongst many other breweries like Wicked Weed, restaurants and coffee houses are a 5-10 minute walk. 

The Hideaway

Read our reviews! Price includes cleaning fee! 2 bedroom Apt. located smack dab in the middle of the bustling Haywood Rd. corridor on a quiet side street. Park your car in a private driveway and forget about it! Everything you could possibly want is a short walk away. Breweries, award winning restaurants, you name it! Enjoy some local brew and then come back and have a relaxing soak in the backyard hot tub.

Hip Asheville “Cabin-Esque” Guesthouse

Welcome to a hip & cozy “Cabin-Esque” home away from home – filled with rustic elegance! A tastefully designed guesthouse with 1 bedroom, bathroom, spacious kitchenette and tons of grassy outdoor space…in a beautiful, peaceful country-neighborhood setting. Less than 10 mins to Downtown Asheville & UNCA. Float down the French Broad River…a mile walk. 15 mins to The Biltmore & The Blue Ridge Parkway.

Boutique Studio Perched on a Hill

Peruse the ornaments and furniture from around the world that fill this unique space in a laid-back, walkable area. The flat is accessed through a serene, private garden, a lovely spot to sip local coffee in the morning serenaded by birdsong.

Cute Little Apt

This is an adorable (and tiny) one bedroom apartment in historic Montford. The space is 455 square feet and has everything you need to feel right at home. The apartment has a futon couch, television with access to most streaming services, a claw foot tub with super hot water (be careful), a cozy queen sized bed, and a breakfast nook in the kitchen. 

Lake View House

Beautiful private and spacious 1000 square foot apartment on the top floor of our home overlooking Beaver Lake and only minutes to downtown.

Charming 1920s Craftsman Bungalow

Prepare meals in a retro kitchen with a distressed paint finish on original cabinetry. Disappear into a deep leather couch or armchair after dinner. Watch the neighborhood go by from a front porch, or swing in a backyard hammock and have a patio BBQ.

Biltmore Village Bungalow

Biltmore Village Bungalow located only 1/2 mile from Biltmore Village. This newly designed, 720 Sq. Ft., standalone Bungalow features charming, bright, spacious & super clean getaway. Uniquely finishes, 13 Ft vaulted ceilings, & perfectly located to enjoy your Asheville experience.

the BEAR DEN

Amazing and completely private guest suite in Historic West Asheville and within walking distance to the excitement of Haywood Road–the main corridor in WAVL where you’ll find amazing restaurants, like Sunny Point Café and BiscuitHead, trendy bars and cool breweries. Our pad is great for vacation, staycation or as a work-from-home alternative. 

Romantic, Moroccan-Influenced Cottage

The artist/owner built cottage is a quiet sanctuary located to downtown, the Biltmore Estate, West Asheville shops, an incredible bakery and restaurants. Enjoy handmade pottery, local art, all cotton bedding and fresh eggs within this adorable Moroccan-influenced getaway.