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Dog-Friendly Mills River Retreat Near Hiking!

Entire rental unit in Mills River, NC

4 guests·1 bedroom·1 bathroom
5.0 · 4 reviews

Why you'll love this stay

Outdoor Living

Outdoor Living

Paddle boards and on-site fishing offer easy lakeside adventures.

Entertainment & Amenities

Entertainment & Amenities

Smart TV and outdoor dining elevate evenings with lakefront ambiance.

Location & Accessibility

Location & Accessibility

Gateway to Pisgah waterfalls, Asheville adventures, and quiet mountain lake vibes.

Property details

Take the road less traveled to Mills River and enjoy a rejuvenating getaway at this vacation rental on Lyday Lake. With 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom, this cozy apartment is the perfect home base for exploring all that the area has to offer. Hike up to the waterfalls in Pisgah National Forest, go fishing or paddle boarding right on-site, or visit Asheville to see attractions like the Biltmore or Botanical Gardens. Return home to enjoy the sunset over the mountains and lake!

The space
Central A/C | Washer & Dryer | 2 Paddle Boards | Fishing Allowed On-Site

Bedroom: Queen Bed | Living Room: Queen Sleeper Sofa

APARTMENT HIGHLIGHTS: Smart TV, dining table, shower, deck, outdoor dining area, lake views & access
KITCHEN: Stainless steel appliances, dishwasher, electric cooktop, oven, drip coffee maker, knife set, dishware/flatware, cooking basics
GENERAL: Free WiFi, complimentary toiletries, linens/towels, trash bags/paper towels, hair dryer, hangers, iron/board, keyless entry
FAQ: Stairs required to access, homeowner on-site (main house), pet fee (paid pre-trip, dogs only)
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles)

Guest access
Guests will have access to the entire property via keyless entry

Other things to note
- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $50 fee (+ fees & taxes, dogs only)
- Pets must be crated when guests are not present at the house
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: This property requires stairs to access
- NOTE: The homeowner lives on-site in the main house, which is a completely separate unit, and may be present during your stay

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom

1 queen Bed

Common space

1 sofa Bed

What’s included

  • Self check-in

    Self check-in

  • Free parking on premises

    Free parking on premises

  • Washer

    Washer

  • Dryer

    Dryer

  • Central air conditioning

    Central air conditioning

  • Pets allowed

    Pets allowed

  • Kitchen

    Kitchen

  • Wifi

    Wifi

Guest reviews

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Clarkie

Awesome location

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June 2024

Great location about half way between Arden and Brevard. My husband, myself, and our little pup loved it! The bed is comfortable, the shower is great! Wonderful spot for a couple or small family (the couch folds out).

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Kathi Daggs

We stayed over Christmas for a family get together in the Asheville area. This location was little drive from Asheville, but so worth it. It was so peaceful, looking over a pond and sheep, horses and cows just a quick walk down the road.

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December 2023

Everything looks brand new, great little touches to make it feel homey and spacious. The owner lives next door, very nice and accommodating. We even got to meet his dog Lucy when she popped out to say hi to our dog. We would highly recommend staying here!

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Helen

Convenient Getaway

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November 2023

Comfortable surroundings, and accessible to hiking, cafés, breweries, etc.

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Christian

Perfect!

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October 2023

This place is perfect for a little getaway. What my family loved about it the most is that it's located beside a fishing pond. We will be going back in the near future.

Know before you go

Self check-in

House rules

Check-in: 4:00pm

Checkout: 11:00am

Pets allowed

Min. age to rent: 18

No smoking

No parties

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