This vacation home is located 4.6 mi (7.4 km) from Hickory Nut Gap Farm and 8.8 mi (14.2 km) from CMLC Florence Nature Preserve. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.
CMLC Florence Nature Preserve - 16 min drive - 10.1 miles
Chimney Rock State Park - 20 min drive - 12.5 miles
Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance - 22 min drive - 13.3 miles
Blue Ridge National Heritage Area - 23 min drive - 13.7 miles
Getting around
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 46 min drive
Restaurants
The Joint Next Door - 11 min drive
Angelo's Family Restaurant - 11 min drive
Sky Mountain Pizza - 10 min drive
Hilltop Icecream - 11 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.
Waterfall Farm - Sleeps 16 - Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Barn - 20 min to Asheville
Escape to your own Appalachian sanctuary on 7 private acres. Enjoy a creek, a seasonal 40' waterfall, hot tub, sweeping mountain views, and a 1-mile private trail—all with an easy drive to Lake Lure, Black Mountain, and Asheville. Inside: 5 bedrooms, a large, fully equipped kitchen, and stylish mid-century modern spaces made for family gatherings and relaxed time together.
THE PROPERTY Big Rock Falls is our 7-acre private mountain retreat—part home, part emerging farm—built right into the side of the mountain so it feels immersed in nature the second you arrive. You'll have the kind of privacy that's hard to find, plus an easy drive to Asheville (and Lake Lure / Black Mountain). The house is two levels: you enter on the main level, then head downstairs to the second level, almost like the home is tucked into the hillside. There are multiple places to spread out with two living rooms (both with pull-out couches), and you'll find TVs throughout, plus toys and kid books so families can actually settle in.
Outside is where people really exhale. There's plenty of open yard/pasture space for kids to run, a fire pit for s'mores, and a hot tub with a view that's especially good at night. Our favorite hangout is the Hammock House—an outdoor lounge space made for naps, cards, and long conversations. And yes, we also have a kid climbing gym to burn off energy.
And then there's the waterfall. Big Rock Falls is a private, seasonal ~40' waterfall on the property. Important note: it's seasonal and intermittent—in dry stretches it can run dry, and after storms it can run so hard you may hear it from the house. It's a wild, natural feature—beautiful to visit, but not something to climb on or approach closely. Please follow posted signage and treat it like you would in a state park.
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS The home comfortably hosts big family groups with flexible sleeping options: The Primary (Master) has a king bed plus a fold-out twin chair. The Yellow Room has a queen bed + crib. The Green Room has one queen. The Blue Room has two queens plus a portable wooden crib on wheels. The Floral Bunk Room has a full bed plus a full/twin bunk—it's an interior room with no window, with architectural cutouts and a curtain (it does have a door). The storage area off that room includes several air mattresses.
This place is ideal for family reunions, holidays, cookouts, stargazing, hiking, and slow mornings—and it also works great for a quiet team offsite that wants nature without losing convenience.
GUEST ACCESS Full access to everything except 2 locked owners closets and the locked garage and barn. Note: 4-wheel drive required—no exceptions—in ice, snow or other winter conditions.
INTERACTION WITH GUESTS After your self check-in via our smart lock, we can answer any questions you have, provide local advice and directions as required. Don't hesitate to contact us if you need anything, from extra towels to local recommendations.
OTHER DETAILS TO NOTE No loud parties. We do allow low-key micro weddings/elopements up to 20 guests—quiet, respectful, and simple. We do not allow any cats at the property due to extreme allergies. This is authentically in the country—you assume liability for your actions around water, woods, and trails. In flooding, the creek may rise rapidly without warning. We have critters, including bears—do NOT leave food or trash outside. We have about a half-mile gravel road; 4-wheel drive REQUIRED in and for several days after inclement weather. The power may go out in a storm; when the power is out, the well is out. No firearms, no foraging, no rock climbing, and no film/commercial/production use without express written permission from the hosts in advance. A/C is provided by seasonal window units. Heat is provided by floorboard heaters and a mini-split in the master bedroom.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2.5 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.
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Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
1 accessible parking space
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wheelchair accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
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)
Fire extinguisher
General
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
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
This property doesn't allow pets
Children and extra beds
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings and weddings
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 20
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Check-in: 4:00 PM
Check-out: 11:00 AM
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.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as 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.
Parties and events (including family gatherings and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.
Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:
There are no elevators.
Frequently asked questions
What's there to do around this vacation home?
This vacation home is located in Fairview, close to CMLC Florence Nature Preserve and Hickory Nut Gap Farm.
Will I be able to park at Waterfall Farm - Sleeps 16 - Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Barn - 20 min to Asheville?
Yes, there is wheelchair-accessible van parking available.
Is this vacation home adjacent to 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 a hot tub.
What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Waterfall Farm - Sleeps 16 - Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Barn - 20 min to Asheville?
Couples staying at this vacation home will appreciate amenities like a fireplace and a kitchen as well as a hot tub.
Are there hot tubs at Waterfall Farm - Sleeps 16 - Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Barn - 20 min to Asheville?
No, this vacation home doesn't have a spa tub.
Does this vacation home provide breakfast?
No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?
No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.
Are there connecting rooms at Waterfall Farm - Sleeps 16 - Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Barn - 20 min to Asheville?
No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.
How far is the airport from this vacation home?
The closest major airport to this vacation home is Asheville Regional Airport (AVL), which is 17.5 mi away (46 minutes by car).
Can I book a room with a balcony at Waterfall Farm - Sleeps 16 - Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Barn - 20 min to Asheville?
Yes, every house at Waterfall Farm - Sleeps 16 - Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Barn - 20 min to Asheville comes with a patio and some offer mountain and water views.
Waterfall Farm - Sleeps 16 - Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Barn - 20 min to Asheville Reviews