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Wonderful escape near town & hiking with firepit, free WiFi, & furnished deck

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Living area
Living area
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8197.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Waynesville, NC
  • Balsam Spa
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Lake Junaluska Golf Course
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

Common space

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Wonderful escape near town & hiking with firepit, free WiFi, & furnished deck

The Willows

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Say hello to rolling hills, natural beauty, and sweet serenity here at The Willows, a spacious home perfect for family and friends to enjoy. Located conveniently close to downtown Waynesville yet set back from busy roads, you will have a lovely mix of seclusion while still being close to everything that makes this area special. Not to mention, this home is between Bryson City and Asheville, so venturing out a bit will be a breeze.

There are plenty of ways to use each dreamy vacation day, yet simply staying near home base can surprisingly be the best option. Host family dinners inside using the fully remodeled kitchen boasting stainless steel appliances and great views or sit out on the furnished deck to listen to the birds with a good book in hand. When the sun starts to dip behind the treetops, throw a few logs on the firepit and tell stories until the sky is filled with dazzling constellations. If you are looking for a bit of fun indoors, the foosball/slide hockey/billiards table downstairs can assist with friendly competition and two living areas await to be the perfect locations for movie nights.

You are long overdue for a tranquil getaway, so treat yourself today!

Things to know
Dog-friendly
Netflix, HBO, Amazon, Hulu, & Disney + streaming (guests need own account)

This property is managed by Vacasa North Carolina LLC.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. If you would like to add more dogs, please contact us. The pet fee is per stay and ranges between $150 and $200, depending on the bedroom count, and will apply for each additional dog.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!


Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of North Carolina
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Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Dogs only. Max of 4.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Waynesville

Located in Waynesville, this holiday home is in the city centre. Museum of North Carolina Handicrafts and LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Balsam Spa and Lake Junaluska Golf Course. Waynesville Recreation Center and Queen's Farm Stables are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Waynesville, NC

What's nearby

  • Balsam Spa - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Lake Junaluska Golf Course - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 7 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance - 9 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Maggie Valley Festival Grounds - 16 min drive - 11.7 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Singletree Heritage Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Papas & Beer - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bocelli's Italian Eatery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wonderful escape near town & hiking with firepit, free WiFi, & furnished deck pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Wonderful escape near town & hiking with firepit, free WiFi, & furnished deck?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wonderful escape near town & hiking with firepit, free WiFi, & furnished deck?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Wonderful escape near town & hiking with firepit, free WiFi, & furnished deck located?

Located in the heart of Waynesville, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Hazelwood Soap Company and Folkmoot Friendship Center. Balsam Spa and LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 51 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 51 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.0/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Linda M.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Willows

We loved views from deck and peaceful neighborhood location.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location to relax and enjoy the view!

Great location near Main Street and easy access to surrounding locales. Magnificent view from the large back deck. Especially stunning with spring blooms.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arthur C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice

House was nice ,clean,and just the right size for us.It would have been nice for some foil wrap and plastic wrap available .
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Monique A.

Perfect mountain cabin!

The view is amazing, the house is easily accessible (if you have disabled or elderly people) and it was also easy to find. I would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Harry H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Willows

Good location
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

A Family weekend

The Willows provided us with exactly what we needed, peace and quiet. It is a quiet neighborhood, has an amazing view, and a perfect deck to to view it from. It is comfortable, very clean, and has a nice kitchen and eating.area. Close to downtown Waynesville, it provided us with a perfect weekend stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Audrey C.

Room for us all

We loved having room for all of us. The deck was very nice. The home is so close to everything in Waynesville.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Drew J.

Beautiful, comfortable gome and we highly recommend it.

The house was very comfortable with lots of space for multiple activities at once. The downstairs TV/foozeball room was a bonus.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Clay W.

Great stay

My wife and I stayed for a week here. We enjoyed the views out the back and sitting on the deck. We also enjoyed playing foosball on the table downstairs. House is laid out nicely and was perfect for us. Everything was very clean. We enjoyed our stay and will definitely be back again in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Enjoyed This House

This house was in a perfect location for us. Close to Waynesville locations, super clean, and great views off the back deck.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

michelle l.

Thanksgiving

great home and location !!!!
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful location

We absolutely loved the house and the neighborhood. The views are stunning. Downtown Waynesville is fun and so close to the house. Do not hesitate if you’re thinking about booking this rental.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melanie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home!

This is an extra clean, comfortable, lovely home with a beautiful view and plenty of windows to enjoy it through. The deck was roomy with comfortable chairs. Ultra quiet neighborhood. Would love to spend time there again in the future. Thanks Vacasa!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janell S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The willows

Clean, convenient to everything that we did in the views were amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
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8/10 Good

Stormiee E.

Loved Waynesville and this house

Beautiful home with amazing views of the mountains! It was perfect for our group of friends. Loved the space and would definitely stay again. Great location to downtown area with lots of delicious food options and close to the parkway to Asheville. The only negative that I could say is that the steps leading to the lower level are somewhat irregular and should be managed carefully. Great spaces all in all with a full laundry room on the lower level. Modern design with large windows and a very comfortable couch.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

Beautiful Home

My husband and I booked this home so we could search for our future N.C home. The home was clean and comfortable. Communication between property owners/reps was exceptional .
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert Wayne r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very good

We enjoyed our stay very much in the house was in excellent condition. Look forward to going back again later on in the year.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Julie F.

All we needed

The home was neat, clean and close to town. We had everything needed for our weekend to go to the ice festival.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceeded expectations!

Lovely! The view was awesome…
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Gina R.

Nice little cottage

Very nice house, convenient location. Too bad the leaves weren't changing because the views from the kitchen window and the floor to ceiling windows in den would provide a spectacular view. Clean, mattresses comfortable, nice stay for early Christmas with my son.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maggie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spotless house in great location

The house was spotless with an amazing porch and views. Perfect location. The only issue was the TV not connecting but everything else was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aracelis R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Willows: A delight for the senses

We spent three beautiful days at The Willows. It was a sensory delight, from the slightly scented air when we arrived to the amazing views. Beds were comfy, linens were soft to the touch. The house was laid out perfectly for our two adult, three kid family. We loved the eat in kitchen, the clean and comfortable soft furnishings, and the relative privacy the landscaping provided us.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place

Slight dig smell. Dog hair on sofa.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful In Every Way!

The house is conveniently located, close to grocery, restaurants, shopping, highway. It was well furnished and very clean. The view is great and the beds are very comfortable and the heating/air conditioning work well together with ceiling fans. There was good space for everyone and the game room was enjoyed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

2/10 Terrible

Carl P.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Not the best

Unlike every other Vrbo we’ve stayed in, there was no information provided as to local restaurants and attractions nor instructions for the tv, no coffee, snacks, bottle of wine or “welcome” of any kind. The lock was broke on a sliding glass door which we wedged closed as it took a day to respond. The rugs were very stained. It definitely did not meet the standards of previous vrbo’s.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

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