Lucky Find Cottage offers a serene retreat in Pisgah National Forest, with creekside fire pit and tranquil forest views. Roast marshmallows on the outdoor fire pit or unwind on the shaded private deck with a picturesque view of nature.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6111 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About this property
Creekside Cottage: Blue Ridge Mountain Escape!
18 Mi to Asheville | Tranquil Forest Views | Family-Friendly Amenities
Your North Carolina mountain getaway awaits in this 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath Candler vacation rental just off the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway. Nestled at the base of Mount Pisgah, 'Lucky Find Cottage' offers travelers a quiet retreat where hiking and exploration begin right outside the back door! Spend your days exploring the beautiful Asheville area and your evenings roasting s'mores around the creekside fire pit.
-- THE PROPERTY --
SLEEPING ARRANGMENTS - Bedroom 1: Queen Bed - Bedroom 2: Full Bed, Twin Bed
OUTDOOR LIVING - Shaded private deck, charcoal grill - Wood-burning fire pit - Outdoor dining area - Covered picnic area w/ porch swing - Peaceful Pisgah National Forest surroundings - On-site creek
INDOOR LIVING - Open floor plan w/ vaulted ceilings - Stone fireplace - Smart TV, books - Desk workspace - Dining table, dishes & flatware
GENERAL - Free WiFi - Washer & dryer - Air conditioning, central heating - Linens, towels
FAQ - Wildlife may be present on-site - Well water - Quiet hours (after 12:00 AM)
ACCESSIBILITY - Stairs required to access - 2-story home
PARKING - Ample driveway parking
-- THE LOCATION --
- Peaceful wooded property with an on-site creek - 5 miles to the Blue Ridge Parkway - 7 miles to Mount Pisgah Trail - 18 miles to Asheville: The North Carolina Arboretum, Pack Square Park, Asheville Botanical Garden, Asheville Pinball Museum, breweries, shopping & dining - 20 miles to the Biltmore Estate - 23 miles to Asheville Regional Airport
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties or large gatherings - Please observe quiet hours after 12:00 AM and be respectful of neighbors at all other times - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - The property runs on well water. It may occasionally appear discolored due to excess iron, and the toilets sometimes turn orange. The water is safe to consume, but bottled water is provided as well - The 2-story property requires stairs to access
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Internet access
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Microwave
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Toaster oven
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
TV
Video library
Outdoor areas
Charcoal grill
Firepit
Garden
Patio
Picnic area
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Things to do
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Unit size: 1,200 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Candler is home to this cottage. Regal Biltmore Grande and Sierra Nevada Brewing Company are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit North Carolina Arboretum and Western North Carolina Agricultural Center. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Candler travel guide
Is Creekside Cottage: Blue Ridge Mountain Escape! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Creekside Cottage: Blue Ridge Mountain Escape!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Creekside Cottage: Blue Ridge Mountain Escape!?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Creekside Cottage: Blue Ridge Mountain Escape!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Creekside Cottage: Blue Ridge Mountain Escape! located?
Located in Candler, this family-friendly cottage is 0.1 mi (0.2 km) from Pisgah National Forest, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Pisgah View State Park and Bob Lewis Ballpark. Asheville Outlets and WNC Farmers Market are also within 16 miles (25 km).
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Creekside Cottage: Blue Ridge Mountain Escape! Reviews
Reviews
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
We enjoyed the cabin and it was just as the photos showed and per the description.Location, nature opportunities and amenities nearby were all good.Would stay again!
We loved the cute cottage. Listening to the babbling brook all night was exactly what we needed. We so enjoyed coffe on the deck and hiking the waterfalls nearby. The short trip to Asheville for dinner was perfect. We hope to stay again!
The cottage was the perfect size for my little family for a couple days in Asheville. We loved the proximity to the blue ridge parkway and the relaxing sound of the creek.
We loved the quaint and welcoming property and thoughtful details! It was wonderful, comfortable, and very relaxing. Kids loved the creek and catching critters, also loved the fire and s'mores at night! We thoroughly enjoyed our visit here!!!
This cabin is exactly what we wanted. We wanted quick access to the Parkway and it definitely had that! The cabin was cozy, clean and was even better than the description. After a long day of sightseeing and hiking it was perfect to sit on the deck with a glass of wine and listen to the creek. We are looking forward to another stay in the future!
Rae Anna E.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Beckett
15 Nov 2023
Amazing mountain gem!
We loved our stay at this quaint cottage. It was so peaceful and the little touches that the owners provided, like the wine, snacks and coffee put it over the top. We had to great campfires and enjoyed the sound of the babbling brook. It was a perfect distance from Asheville, Brevard and Hendersonville. We got to enjoy the fall leaves and the surrounding area. We will be back.
Beckett
Verified
10/10 Excellent
JoLynn
9 Jul 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Looking for quiet down time this is the place to stay. The creek the runs behind the property and the tree canopy offers the quiet get-away, Easy access to Blue Ridge parkway.
Lovely cabin in rural mountains. It is very cozy with comfy beds and even a comfortable couch!! Enjoyed the privacy and fireplace! Close to blue ridge mountains for a hike or nature drive.
This cabin is absolutely adorable! We loved the brook in the back and the retro decorations. The cabin could have used some dusting and the bed in the main bedroom needs to be replaced (it killed my back), but we would stay here again.
Creek runs right next to back porch! Vintage feel for all the inside decor!! Loved everything about this place!!!
Makenzie B.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Daylin
3 Jul 2023
Cozy cottage in the woods
We had a nice stay at the creekside cottage. The location was close to the parkway. Nice, quiet area. The creek was wonderful. Enjoyed spending time out on the deck and roasting marshmallows in the firepit.
Thanks so much to Julia for the warm welcomes and the wonderful stay at their family cabin. For me, sitting on that back deck and listening to the babbling brook at the beginning and end of each day was the highlight of our trip. My family and I loved our time in Asheville and driving and hiking along the Blue Ridge Parkway—the cabin is relatively equidistant from both. We’ll be back! Thanks for making our vacation everything we hoped it would be!
Great place for respite after long days exploring outdoor adventures. Also ideal location for exploring all around area. One suggestion would be to put in a D-iron treatment tank. The well water has lots of iron in it and makes the water discolored which may be off putting for some folks.
On reading the reviews, we assumed this would be a pretty nice place to stay. But upon arrival the odor of mildew was overwhelming. I emailed evolve saying I didn’t think we could stay all four nights, but they never responded. After a day or so the smell was a little better. Probably because we had the air conditioner going, drawing some of the moisture out. But everything felt damp, even the pillows and sheets.
The bed was awful. It’s sunk in so badly that it was a struggle to roll over or crawl out. I tried the other beds but they were hard as rocks.
The only TV was maybe 20 inches. We had to move the couch up 6 feet to be able to see it. Everything was just terribly outdated.
Call it vintage if you want, but it seemed more like old stuff that no one wanted anymore.
It says it’s located right off the Blue Ridge Parkway but that was at least a 20 to 30 minute drive away. And speaking of drives, it’s not a very nice ride in. Lots of trailers with their entire property filled with junk cars.
Really the only thing I can say nice about this place is the creek was charming. The first night it stormed and between that and the babbling creek, it was really serene.
I just don’t understand the positive reviews.
And as much as I dislike leaving this negative review, I think it’s only fair for other people to know so they don’t spend that type of money and end up dissatisfied.
Oh yeah, beware of the host fee. That almost doubled the nightly rate.
Cozy, comfortable---and did I mention the creek???
We spent our Thanksgiving holidays at this adorable cabin, and had an great time. It is as represented in the pictures and description---and did I mention the creek? It is so wonderful to see and hear, right there off of the deck and especially visible from the big kitchen window. The windows btw were one of my favorite things about the cabin...so much light!
The bedrooms and baths (1 whole, one half) are well laid out just a few steps up from the main floor, and while not plush they are comfortable and certainly functional. There is a new mattress in the Queen bedroom, which was great.
Because the leaves are down, we had a nice view of the mountains from the back of the house, but with the bubbling creek and woods the view must be equally spectacular in the spring/summer. I am anxious to come back when the Rhododendrons are blooming---that must be spectacular! All in all a really excellent choice...
Charming house in a beautiful setting. Everything was as described and suited us to a tee. The house was easy to find, close enough to Asheville to be convenient, remote enough to be peaceful and offered us all the space and amenities that we needed. I only wish we had more time, and slightly warmer weather, to enjoy outdoor recreational opportunities.
Thank you for sharing your amazing home.
This home was in the perfect location for us considering the event that we were involved with on Mt Pisgah. The house had everything that was needed and more. A well equipped kitchen with and dining area made for easy and effective meal preparation. We appreciated all the small decorative ideas that reminded us of comfortable settings that we had experienced in our lives at one point or another. I can certainly understand why the words "Grandma's House" appears a-lot in the guest book at the entrance. Will definitely be look9ing for this place again.
As you can tell from the pictures, there is a stream directly next to the property. We slept with the window open the entire time that we were there and it was terrific. It was close to the national forest, close enough to Asheville and Brevard, and yet far enough away that we could see the stars at night by the fire pit.
Great stay
Where to begin…
The house is special, as is the creek running right behind the back deck - nothing more relaxing than that sound. The fire pit was fantastic as well, and the mossy little trail leading from the house made it feel like The Shire.
Beds were comfortable, plenty of blankets and pillows. Also really enjoyed the kitchen, which has a European feel to it.
Last but certainly not least is the hospitality from the host - the communication on check in and check out was A1, and the best part: there was a birthday basket full of goodies as well as a Happy Birthday sign hanging above the back patio door.
Long story short: this was an absolute perfect getaway. Couldn’t be happier. Thanks again. We’ll be back.
Marcus
Marcus M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Judy G.
10 Sept 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Cute and quaint
We were expecting rustic but generally comfy which we mostly experienced. Let me start by saying that the deck on the creek is absolutely idyllic, loved it and spent most of our at home time enjoying it. In general the house would benefit greatly (at least during the summer months which is when we were there) from a dehumidifier. It wasn't warm enough for air conditioning or that might have been a good alternative if it had been warmer. The full bath needs attention with a couple of non-deal breaker issues that have been communicated to the owners.