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Shepherd's Lodge

3.5 star property
Vacation home in Candler with free parking

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Traditional House, 2 Bedrooms, Private Pool, Mountain View | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, highchair
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedroomsSleeps 61000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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40 Briggs Dr, Candler, NC, 28715
  • Place, Bob Lewis Ballpark
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Asheville Outlets
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Place, French Broad River
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪20 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Candler

This vacation home places you within a 10-minute drive of Pisgah National Forest and Bob Lewis Ballpark. This 2-room, 3.5-star vacation home welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a seasonal outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Bob Lewis Ballpark - 9 min drive - 6.2 miles
  • Asheville Outlets - 11 min drive - 8.0 miles
  • WNC Farmers Market - 11 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • French Broad River - 11 min drive - 9.4 miles
  • Biltmore Estate - 15 min drive - 11.8 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪China Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Doc Brown's BBQ - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Shepherd's Lodge

Vacation home in Candler with free parking
At this vacation home, guests have access to a seasonal outdoor pool and laundry facilities. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Multilingual staff is on hand to answer questions. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers an off-leash area.
The vacation home features 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Beds sport premium bedding and pillow menus. Other standard amenities include a washer/dryer, a coffee maker, and free bottled water.
Recreational amenities at the vacation home include a seasonal outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Fenced pool
  • Pool gate
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Family friendly

  • Children's books
  • Children's games
  • High chair
  • Pool gate
  • Travel crib

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Free extra futon
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Living spaces

  • Window screens

Laundry

  • Laundry detergent
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washer/dryer

Climate control

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Fee: USD 50 per accommodation per stay
  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Off-leash area

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Designated smoking areas

Services and conveniences

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free bottled water
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Multilingual staff

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 2 units

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Dogs only
  • An off-leash area is available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 400 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from May 01 to August 31.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

Shepherd's Lodge Candler
Shepherd's Lodge Private vacation home
Shepherd's Lodge Private vacation home Candler

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Candler, close to Bob Lewis Ballpark, Asheville Outlets, and North Carolina Arboretum. Pisgah National Forest is also within a driving distance of 3.6 mi.

Is parking available on site at this vacation home?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have access between 9:00 AM and 9:00 PM and the seasonal pool will be open from May 01 until August 31.

Is Shepherd's Lodge a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this vacation home will value amenities like premium bedding, private pools in some accommodations, as well as a seasonal outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at Shepherd's Lodge?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at this vacation home for a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per stay. The property also provides an off-leash area.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Asheville Regional Airport (AVL), which is 16.7 mi away (26 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Shepherd's Lodge?

Yes, some accommodations at Shepherd's Lodge offer a deck and may feature mountain views.

Shepherd's Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is just about perfect and I imagine in just a few weeks when fall rolls into the area, it will be spectacular. I lived and loved the colorado mountains for 25 yrs. I owned a mountain home right on the pudre river and this lodge is a woderful reminder of my life in Colorado.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is perfect, I can only imagine how stunning it will be in October with fall colors
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shawna

Traveled with group, Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
This home was absolutely AMAZING! My son has committed to a.college here for football and we will be attempting to book here as much as possible! The view was wonderful as well! Our host was DELIGHTFUL and VERY HELPFUL!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

kimberly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Property is beautiful, easy to access and wonderful views. Home.is too cute and wonderfully done inside. Property is clean and cozy. A place to just relax and unwind for our family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The place was like new and the views are beautiful. The owners were very hospitable and welcoming. If I go back to the Candler area I would hope to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024