Arden Retreat: Home+Tiny Home w/Hot Tub & Firepit!

Entire home in Arden, North Carolina

  1. 10 guests
  2. 4 bedrooms
  3. 5 beds
  4. 3 baths
Rated 4.92 out of 5 stars.13 reviews
Hosted by Kennan With Sea Island Homes
  1. Superhost
  2. 2 years hosting

Listing highlights

Exceptional check-in experience

Recent guests gave the check-in process a 5-star rating.

Fast wifi

At 57 Mbps, you can take video calls and stream videos.

At-home coffee

Start your morning right with the pour-over coffee maker.
Escape to this Asheville retreat featuring two charming homes, a hot tub, fire pit, and fenced dog run. Located just 5 minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway and 15 minutes from downtown Asheville and The Biltmore, the property sleeps 10 and includes fast WiFi, 5 Smart TVs, family- and dog-friendly amenities, and well-stocked kitchens. A recent design refresh adds stylish, comfortable touches throughout.

The space
★ PROPERTY OVERVIEW ★

You are renting two homes: our 3-bed, 2-bath Bungalow and our Tiny Home (studio layout with queen bed, private bathroom, and kitchen). We do not rent them separately, so you’ll have the entire 1.7-acre property to yourself.

Please note: The homes sit above a road where you may hear some road noise. It becomes significantly quieter at night, and we provide noise machines for added comfort.

★ AMENITIES ★

🏡 TWO homes! A 3/2 Bungalow + a Tiny Home (Sleeps 10: 3 queens, 2 fulls)
🎲 Games Galore
👶 Family Friendly
🐾 Dog Friendly + Fenced-in Dog Run
🔥 Large Firepit
♨ Hot Tub
👾 Arcade Games
🖼️ Murals — Perfect for group photos
☕️ Keurigs
🍳 Outdoor Propane Grill + Charcoal Grill
🛜 High-Speed WiFi
👩‍🍳 Fully Stocked Kitchens
📺 5 Smart TVs
🧺 Washer & Dryer
🚗 Ample Parking
🏡 Recently Remodeled


★ FAMILY-FRIENDLY COMFORTS ★

• Pack & Play
• Books & Toys
• Kid-Friendly Games

★ KITCHENS ★

Both homes include fully stocked kitchens.

The Tiny Home features:
• Large toaster oven
• Hot plate
• Full cookware + utensils

Both kitchens offer:
• Keurigs + Drip Coffee Maker
• Mixing bowls
• Seasonings
• Grilling supplies
• Full-size appliances
• All essentials to cook meals at home

★ DINING SPACES ★

• Bungalow: Dining table with seating for 8
• Tiny Home: Table for 2 + Breakfast bar for 2

★ BATHROOMS ★

All bathrooms include shampoo, conditioner, body wash, toilet paper, hand soap, and a hair dryer.

Bungalow Bathrooms:
• Primary bath — Newly renovated May 2025, shower + large window with privacy shade
• Guest bath — Shower

Tiny Home Bathroom:
• Private bath with tub/shower combo

★ GAMES & OUTDOOR AMENITIES ★

Outside, you’ll find fun for the whole family — including pets!

• Large firepit
• Standup charcoal grill
• Private hot tub next to a mountain-inspired mural
• Cornhole boards
• Propane grill
• Large fenced-in dog run (accessed via the exterior gate)

★ SLEEPING ACCOMMODATIONS ★

Bungalow — 3 Bedrooms:
• Primary Queen Bedroom + Ensuite Bath (Renovated May 2025)
• Queen Bedroom
• Bunk Room with 2 Double Beds

Tiny Home — Studio Layout:
• Queen Murphy Bed

Sleeps 10 total

★ NEARBY ATTRACTIONS ★

✨ Blue Ridge Parkway – 5 min
✨ French Broad River & Zen Tubing – 5 min
✨ NC Arboretum – 5 min
✨ Biltmore Park Town Square – 5 min
✨ Bent Creek Park – 5 min
✨ Biltmore Estate – 10 min
✨ Asheville Airport – 10 min
✨ Asheville Hot Air Balloon Rides – 10 min
✨ Downtown Asheville – 15 min
✨ The Gorge Zipline – 25 min
✨ Green River Adventures /Whitewater Rafting–25 min
✨ Pisgah National Forest – 25 min
✨ Looking Glass Falls – 30 min
✨ Moore Cove Falls Trail – 34 min
✨ Asheville Pinball Museum & Arcade – 35 min
✨ Dunlap Forest – 35 min
✨ Lake Lure – 45 min
✨ Graveyard Fields – 45 min
✨ Skinny Dip Falls – 45 min
✨ Navitat Canopy Adventures – 1 hr

Guest access
You'll have access to the entire 1.8 acre property, minus a few locked closets and the garage.

Other things to note
HOUSE RULES

• Early/Late Check-In
When possible, we’re happy to approve early or late check-ins for $15 per hour when arranged before your stay begins. Unapproved early or late check-ins will incur a $50 per hour fee due to the strain on cleaners and turnover scheduling.

• Trash for Longer Stays
There is no on-site trash service. A free local trash facility is available nearby for guests staying longer durations.

• Grill Use
We provide a propane grill and a small camp-style charcoal grill. Propane is supplied, but guests must bring their own charcoal if preferred.

• Road Noise Disclosure
The home sits above a road, so some road noise may be heard. It quiets down significantly at night, and white noise machines are provided for added comfort.

• Family Getaway Fun — No Parties or Events: This home is perfect for relaxing, family-friendly stays. Parties, events, and large gatherings are not permitted at any time.

• Registered Guests Only
Only guests listed on the reservation are allowed on the property or inside the home at any time. Unauthorized visitors are strictly prohibited.

• Violations
Any evidence of an unauthorized party, event, or unregistered guests will result in immediate cancellation without refund and a $500 penalty fee charged to the booking guest.

Where you’ll sleep

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What this place offers

Kitchen
Fast wifi – 57 Mbps
Dedicated workspace
Free parking on premises
Hot tub

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4.92 out of 5 stars from 13 reviews

Overall rating

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Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for value

Guest reviews mention

Where you’ll be

Arden, North Carolina, United States

Neighborhood highlights

Please note we are perched above a road where you will hear road noise--it gets drastically more quiet at night but we supply noise machines to reduce any disturbances from the road.

Meet your host

Superhost
139 reviews
4.81 out of 5 average rating
2 years of hosting
Born in the 90s
My work: Property Management
Hi, I’m Kennan-VP of Sea Island Homes & Mountain Island Homes, managing vacation rentals across the Carolinas. While this account is new, I’ve been a property manager / host for over 3 years through other platforms & co-hosting accounts. I’m passionate about creating smooth, memorable stays for every guest. Whether you're visiting for work or play, we want you to feel right at home. Check out my co-hosts to see more great properties we manage!

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  • Sara

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 4:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
10 guests maximum
Safety & property
Exterior security cameras on property
Pool/hot tub without a gate or lock
Carbon monoxide alarm