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Hit the trails! Hot Tub! Sauna! Fenced Yard! AVL
1 mile from the Blue Ridge Parkway, NC Arboretum, and the Bent Creek Trails, Bent Creek Ranch is perfectly located to enjoy all of the outdoor activities that Asheville has to offer while still being only 10 min to the River Arts District and downtown Asheville. 5 BR and 3 baths will comfortably accommodate up to 12 guests. The 1.5 ac lot includes a large fenced area for your 4 legged friends to enjoy while you’re on the trails and provides privacy for you to enjoy the hot tub when you return.

The Cottage at Bent Creek
Enjoy this cozy freshly remodeled home in the heart of Bent Creek. Located on a private drive just off of the Pisgah National Forrest. You will have hiking and biking trails that dreams are made of just 2.5 miles away from your door! The Asheville outlet mall is also only 2.5 miles away, 2.2 miles to the Asheville Arboretum and Blue Ridge Parkway entrance, and 4 miles from I-26. Once you are on I-26 your are just 5.2 miles from downtown Asheville. Enjoy all that this beautiful area has to offer!

Mary Ann’s Place filled with casual country charm.
Nestled on over six well maintained acres this house is the perfect private location that is also very convenient to all local attractions such as the Biltmore House, Arboretum, Sierra Nevada Brewery and the Blue Ridge Parkway. The house features four bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, full kitchen, wifi, washer and dryer and a private well with excellent water filtration system. There are three ponds and a creek on the property which entice local wild life. Deer, foxes & bear do visit.

The Hard Times Inn
The Hard Times Inn is the trail-front property of your dreams! With direct access to 74 miles of trails right out your front door, this is the luxurious basecamp for anyone who wants to hike or mountain bike. Nestled inside the borders of the Bent Creek Experimental Forest (part of the stunning Pisgah National Forest) you'll be just minutes from downtown Asheville, but feel a world away. Leave your car parked in front of the house and immerse yourself in the natural beauty that surrounds you.

Relaxing Studio Close to Trails and Town
Beautiful and cozy, attached studio full of natural light, queen size bed, full kitchen, full bath. Enjoy the privacy of your separate entrance, sitting porch, and self check-in. We're close to it all, so hike the scenic Blue Ridge mountains, mountain bike the Bent Creek trails, or tube relaxing French Broad River before taking in vibrant downtown, funky West Asheville, and the breweries and galleries of the River Arts District. Very close to Asheville Outlets and easy access to airport.

Last Minute retreat Bent Creek Asheville vacation
Fully remodeled contemporary ranch home in quiet Bent Creek neighborhood. Light-filled living space with fireplace, local art, and fully equipped kitchen. French doors lead to a large rear patio with BBQ grill and outdoor dining as well as a spacious backyard with fire pit. Includes locking storage for bikes. Just minutes to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Bent Creek Trails, French Broad River, Lake Powhatan & the NC Arboretum. Plus only 9 miles from everything that downtown Asheville has to offer!

THE SWEET SPOT- serene hilltop, close to downtown
Serene hilltop residence with panoramic view of the Blue Ridge mountains and a remarkable view of the Biltmore estate. Well stocked kitchen for entertaining or celebrating a special life event or a perfect place for quiet reflection in a romantic setting. *Drive 10 minutes or < to - Downtown shopping, theater Art district Biltmore NC Arboretum Zen Tubing - French Broad River Lake Powhatan - swimming Blue Ridge Parkway Fly fishing *No children between the ages of 5 mos. and 7 yrs. No pets.

Asheville - Mountain Bike & Hike in Bent Creek!
Mountain Bike and Hiking private, wooded paradise! Falcon's Escape is located right near the Rice Pinnacle trailhead of the Bent Creek Experimental Forest and Lake Powhatan with 10,000 acres of nature for you to explore. We are also 1 mile away from the NC Arboretum, the French Broad River, and the Blue Ridge Parkway. You can reach downtown Asheville within 15 minutes with attractions galore including the Biltmore Estate the historic, New Belgium Brewing, and the River Arts District.

Comfortable AVL retreat with hot tub+fireplace!
Inviting and comfortable 3 BR, 2 BA home close to the NC Arboretum and Parkway entrance. Some of the best mountain biking and hiking in the southeast are located just minutes away - Approx. 5 minutes to Bent creek forest and 35 minutes to DuPont . The entrance to the Biltmore estate is approx. 20 minutes away. 15-20 minutes to downtown Asheville. The house is in a very quiet/safe neighborhood. Easy interstate access. It has Parking for approximately 4 cars. Easy keypad entry.

Bent Creek Beauty
Enjoy the sights and sounds of nature at our newly renovated home in Bent Creek. Moments from the Blue Ridge Parkway and the Arboretum. This 3/2 features a private backyard with an amazing pool area to keep everyone entertained. It will comfortably fit 8 guests. Relax poolside after mountain biking in the neighborhood, hiking on the Parkway, floating down the French Broad River, sightseeing at the Biltmore, or enjoying downtown Asheville restaurants and breweries downtown.

Rice Pinnacle Retreat
Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space. This newly constructed, Scandinavian inspired home makes you feel like you've gotten away from it all, while only being 12 minutes from downtown Asheville. Relax in the hot tub on the deck surround by the mountain laurel canopy, snuggle up by the fireplace and watch a movie, or just bathe in the forest through the floor to ceiling windows while you take your coffee in bed.

Blue Ridge Parkway Treehouse
This one of a kind tree top guest house is located adjacent to the Blue Ride Parkway where you can bike or hike from the back door and into Bent Creek and Mills River. It sits above the French Broad River where you can easily access the river to paddle, SUP, or fish. Perfect for 2-3 people who love the outdoors yet want to be close to the Asheville area. This property is 10 minutes to downtown and is also pet friendly.
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Destinations to explore
- Pisgah National Forest
- Blue Ridge Parkway
- Cataloochee Ski Area
- Max Patch
- River Arts District
- Gorges State Park
- Ski Sapphire Valley
- Chimney Rock State Park
- Table Rock State Park
- Lake Lure Beach and Water Park
- Grotto Falls
- Lake James State Park
- Casino At Harrah's Cherokee
- Soco Falls
- Wolf Ridge Ski Resort
- Jump Off Rock
- Mount Mitchell State Park
- Tryon International Equestrian Center
- Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
- French Broad River Park
- Biltmore House
- Woolworth Walk
- Bon Secours Wellness Arena
- Wolf Laurel Country Club
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