Huge 1 acre fenced yard-views-hot tub-bring 3 dogs

Mills River, NC, United States
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About

Nestled between Asheville and the waterfalls of Brevard lies Firefly Meadows! Enjoy a 1-acre fenced yard with an outdoor patio, yard games, hot tub, fire pit, indoor game room, and coffee and waffle bars. We are perfectly located near mountain adventures—waterfalls, mountain biking, breweries, wineries, and great food. Just 15 min from Brevard, Hendersonville, and numerous waterfalls, 25 minutes from Asheville and Biltmore, and 7 min to Ecusta Trail!

Good to know

Welcome to Firefly Meadows, set on 3 picturesque acres (1 acre fenced) in the lush Mills River Valley. Accessed via a flat gravel road just off the main thoroughfare, our cottage offers lovely mountain and valley views, surrounded by old-growth trees. Enjoy a range of amenities designed for relaxation and entertainment: 🌳HUGE ONE ACRE FENCED YARD & FIRE PIT– Let kids or pups play freely while you relax and enjoy relaxing in one of our four hammocks or six super comfy Adirondack chairs by our large rock fire pit. 🛁 HOT TUB – Soak under the stars after mountain adventures in our six-person hot tub. ☀️ SUN ROOM – Enjoy morning coffee with peaceful pastoral views. 🦮 PET‑FRIENDLY – Welcoming pups to join you on mountain hikes, waterfall adventures, and cozy evenings under the stars. 🏞️ NEAR PISGAH NATIONAL FOREST & DUPONT STATE FOREST – Only 10-15 min to mountain biking, whitewater kayaking, hiking, waterfalls, and tubing on the Davidson River. 🎯GAME AREA Enjoy friendly competition with a foosball table, Pac-Man arcade, and classic board games. 🛋️ TWO LIVING ROOMS Enjoy friendly competition with a foosball table, Pac-Man arcade, and classic board games. 🛏️ BEDROOMS & SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS (sleeps 6) All bedrooms include bedside phone chargers, black-out shades or curtains, white noise machines, ceiling fans and bamboo linens. BEDROOM 1 – King bed w/ en-suite half bath (sleeps 2) – Main floor Relax in comfort with a spacious king bed and en-suite half bath, with a small wall-mounted TV w/ an Amazon Fire Stick. BEDROOM 2 – Queen bed (sleeps 2) – Main floor This cozy bedroom features a comfortable queen bed with a small wall-mounted TV w/ an Amazon Fire Stick. BEDROOM 3 – Queen bed (sleeps 2) – Main floor Enjoy a peaceful retreat in this queen bedroom overlooking the beautiful green front yard. 🍳 KITCHEN AND DINING *FULLY EQUIPPED KITCHEN: Whip up meals with ease in the fully equipped kitchen, featuring an electric stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, freezer, dishwasher, and all the cooking basics—including pots, pans, oil, salt, and pepper. You'll find plenty of dishware, utensils, and extras like a toaster, blender, baking sheet, and wine glasses. *COFFEE BAR: Start your mornings at the fully stocked coffee bar with a Keurig Duo (pods + drip), an assortment of coffee, creamers, sugars, and filters. *WAFFLE BAR: For something fun, enjoy our waffle bar with dry mix (just add water), syrup, and toppings like chocolate chips, sprinkles, or Fruity Pebbles. *DINING TABLE SEATS 6, Gather around the dining table that seats six and make every meal a memorable one. 🌅 OUTDOOR SPACE *HUGE ONE ACRE PRIVATE BACKYARD – FULLY FENCED Secure, fenced yard perfect for pets and kids to play safely. *PRIVATE PATIO W/ A SIX SEATER PICNIC TABLE A peaceful spot to sip coffee or wine while enjoying the fresh mountain air. *HUGE NATURAL STONE FIRE PIT WITH ADIRONDACK CHAIRS FOR SIX Gather for s’mores and stories around the large stone fire pit with comfortable seating. *FOUR HAMMOCKS AND TREE SWING Sway in one of the hammocks or tree swing for a peaceful afternoon nap. *LARGE SIX-PERSON HOT TUB SURROUNDED BY TWINKLE LIGHTS Unwind in the spacious hot tub under the glow of twinkle lights after a day of exploring. 🌅 AMENITIES FOR A COMFORTABLE STAY *FREE WASHER AND DRYER – IN UNIT Convenient in-unit laundry with complimentary detergent for longer stays. *FREE PARKING ON PREMISES Hassle-free parking right on the property for easy access. *CENTRAL AIR CONDITIONING AND HEATING Stay comfortable year-round with climate control throughout the home. *HDTV WITH NETFLIX, FIRE TV Stream your favorite shows and movies on the Smart TVs with Netflix and Fire TV access. *ESSENTIALS Stocked with body soap, shower gel, shampoo, and conditioner for a spa-like experience. *WIFI Fast and reliable internet for streaming, working, or gaming. *GAME ROOM Enjoy friendly competition with a foosball table, Pac-Man arcade, and classic board games. *TWO COMFORTABLE LIVING ROOMS Relax in two cozy living areas, each with plush seating and a 55" Smart TV—perfect for movie nights or family time. ENTERTAINMENT & AMMENITIES Outdoor Fun: Relax and feel the breezes run through the large fenced backyard while you relax with the: * large six-person hot tub surrounded by twinkle lights * newly renovated patio with six-person picnic table * huge natural stone fire pit with Adirondack chairs for six * four hammocks and tree swing SPECIAL FEATURES Firefly Watching: Experience the magical sight of fireflies lighting up the evening sky. Pet-Friendly: A pet fee (maximum of three dogs) applies during your stay. We also provide dog bowls, waste bags and towels for messy paws. Infant Accessories: We have a playpen/crib/changing table combo, high chair, baby bath, and baby gate. Note: The wood stove in the game room is decorative and non-functional. Perfectly situated for mountain and valley adventures, Firefly Meadows is your ideal home away from home. Book your stay today and immerse yourself in the beauty of Mills River Valley!

Other Details to Note

The cottage is located in the heart of Mills River right off the main thoroughfare and convenient to so many wonderful activities: * 10 min to the entrance of Pisgah National Forest full of hiking, fly fishing, cycling, mountain biking, waterfalls and tubing down the crystal clear Davidson River *20 minutes to the infamous Sliding Rock * 20 min to Dupont State Forest with more waterfalls Like Triple, High and Hooker Falls, hiking and mountain biking * 7-18 min to Sierra Nevada Brewing, Bold Rock Cidery, Burning Blush Brewery Mills River Brewing and the quaint downtown areas of Brevard or Hendersonville (the Asheville of 20 years ago) *25 minutes to the Biltmore Estate and downtown Ashevlille *30 minutes to ziplining, whitewater tubing or rappelling waterfalls in the Green River Gorge * 8 minutes to a very large and well stocked grocery store * 11 minutes to Asheville airport

Availability

What this place offers

Amenities

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • Dedicated workspace
  • TV
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Wifi

Outdoors

  • Alfresco dining
  • Fire pit
  • Garden or backyard
  • Hammock
  • Outdoor seating
  • Patio

Entertainment

  • Arcade machine
  • Books
  • Life-size games
  • Ping Pong Table

Common

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products
  • Cooking basics Pots and pans, oil, salt and pepper
  • Dishes and silverware
  • Dryer In the building, free or for a fee
  • Hair dryer
  • Heating Central heating or a heater in the listing
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen Space where guests can cook their own meals
  • Dedicated workspace
  • TV
  • Washing Machine In the building, free or for a fee
  • Wifi

Outdoors

  • Alfresco dining
  • Fire pit
  • Garden or backyard
  • Hammock
  • Outdoor seating
  • Patio

Entertainment

  • Arcade machine
  • Books
  • Life-size games
  • Ping Pong Table

Family

  • Baby bath
  • Board games
  • Changing table
  • Children's books and toys
  • Children's tableware
  • High chair
  • Stair gates
  • Travel crib

Kitchen and dining

  • Baking sheet
  • Blender
  • Coffee
  • Coffee maker
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Hot water kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Toaster
  • Wine glasses

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Body soap
  • Conditioner
  • Hot Water
  • Shampoo
  • Shower gel

Bedroom and laundry

  • Bed linens
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Extra pillows and blankets
  • Hangers
  • Iron
  • Room-darkening shades
  • Clothing storage

Services

  • Breakfast Breakfast is provided
  • Cleaning before checkout
  • Long term stays allowed Allow stay for 28 days or more

Home safety

  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector

Heating and cooling

  • Ceiling fan

Parking and facilities

  • Free parking on premises
  • Single level home No stairs in home

House Rules

Hello, We hope you enjoy your stay! For the respect of our neighbors and your safety, we have a few additional rules: ** No illegal substances or activities are allowed on premises **No weapons allowed on premises **No smoking or vaping allowed on premises ** No parties and no more than 6 people (children and/or adults) are permitted to stay the night without prior written approval. ** We only allow dogs at this time and please no more than 2 dogs at a time and they must be over the age of 6 months old without prior written approval * Quiet time is from 10pm-8am out of respect for our neighbors * No pee pads in the house and please clean up after your pet with provided waste bags and dispose of those in the black garbage can * Pets left alone on the premise must be inside AND crated * Please clean your pet before entry with provided towels and use a provided cover if your pet is on couches and sofas. However, please no animals in the beds * Minimum age of the reservation holder must be 25 years old * Cancellations are not subject to inclement weather or natural disasters Failure to adhere to those rules marked with two asterisks ** could result in guest removal.

Accessibility

Neighborhood

We are located down a quaint gravel road right off the main thoroughfare in Mills River. Our resident bunnies and fireflies meander between the small group of homes and many of our neighbors have lived on the road their entire lives. Please respect them and abide by quiet hours from 10pm-8am.

Guest Access

The entire home and three acres are available to our guests and a stairless entry makes it easy to access. Please note the wood stove pictured in the game room, is only decorative and does not work. Please note, that stays over 28 days require a separate and signed rental agreement, additional cleaning fee, and security deposit. In addition, third parties who are not staying in the home and are instead booking on behalf of workers/employees will need to provide a $500 security deposit prior to issuance of entry codes etc. 📜IN ADDITION, PLEASE NOTE: *QUIET HOURS 10:00 PM - 8:00 AM to respect neighbors. *NO PARTIES OR EVENTS. *NO SMOKING OR VAPING ON PREMISES. *NO ILLEGAL SUBSTANCES OR ACTIVITIES ALLOWED ON PREMISES. *NO WEAPONS ALLOWED ON PREMISES. *MINIMUM AGE OF RESERVATION HOLDER MUST BE 25 YEARS OLD. *CANCELLATIONS ARE NOT SUBJECT TO INCLEMENT WEATHER OR NATURAL DISASTERS. *A $250 maintenance fee will be charged if the hot tub requires draining and cleaning due to rule violations. No pee pads inside; please clean up after pets using provided waste bags and dispose of in the outdoor silver garbage can. Pets left alone must be crated indoors.

Reviews

Katie
March 2026 · Airbnb
We had a great stay at Christin’s place! The guide was excellent, and we consulted it frequently to decide on hikes and restaurants. Our kids and dog loved the fenced-in yard, and we all enjoyed the hot tub, game room, and waffle bar! House was clean, stocked with everything we needed, and comfortable.
Mariana
March 2026 · Airbnb
From the moment we pulled into the driveway we fell in love with this place. The trees in bloom, the daffodils lining up the walkway, the violet wild flowers scattered across the lawn, the crisp air, all so peaceful and refreshing. The house was very welcoming as well. Even though it is an older house, it is decorated tastefully and has all the necessities one might need while on vacation: from various pots and pans to waffle maker and board games. Our children thoroughly enjoyed the PacMan game and the swing in the backyard. Speaking of the backyard that’s an oasis in and of itself. After a day of hiking we relaxed in the hot tub, roasted marshmallows and enjoyed evenings by the fire. Speaking of hiking, the house is also conveniently located close to a few beautiful hikes as well as the city of Asheville. There is a grocery store less than 10 minutes away along with some good restaurants. All in all a 10 out of 10 stay.
Peter
March 2026 · Airbnb
Really enjoyed our stay. The place had everything we needed. The large fenced yard was perfect for the dog. Enjoyed the hot tub, firepit and outdoor area - we luckily had great weather. Will definitely try to make a return visit.
Carmen Nicole
March 2026 · Airbnb
My family and I very much enjoyed our stay! The host had thought through every little detail to make their guest feel right at home. I was very impressed by how clean all the linens were. There were extra items that I didn’t except like sound machines and phone chargers which was very helpful. I have a 1 and 3 year old and the home was very accommodating for them as well. The waffle station was a big hit! If we’re ever in the area again we would definitely stay again!
Kristina
February 2026 · Airbnb
We had an amazing stay here! Christin was a perfect host! Super responsive host, happy to help us with anything that came up! Our dogs had an absolute blast running around the fenced one acre. The best part of this property is the back yard, fire pit, hot tub, and the sun room!!! We spent hours lounging in the comfy sun room watching our dogs play in the yard. 10/10. Thank you for a great stay!
Danielle
January 2026 · Airbnb
Great, quiet location in Mills River. Just a short trip from some of the larger cities in the area but with easy access to trails. House was quiet, clean, easy to get around, well stocked, and had plenty of fun activities.
Diana
December 2025 · Airbnb
Christin is an EXCELLENT host...VERY quick to reply and sent lots of lots of details and information. The home was extremely clean and now I just need every Airbnb to have a waffle bar! We got stranded thanks to a car problem and having breakfast and coffee on hand was an amazing help. Great hot tub, lots of privacy, and a relaxing place to be that worked well for us because it was close to family we were visiting.

Find us

The cottage is located in the heart of Mills River and convenient to so many wonderful activities: * 10 min to the entrance of Pisgah National Forest full of hiking, fly fishing, cycling, mountain biking, waterfalls and tubing down the crystal clear Davidson River *20 minutes to the infamous Sliding Rock * 20 min to Dupont State Forest with more waterfalls, hiking and mountain biking * 7-18 min to Sierra Nevada Brewing, Bold Rock Cidery, Burning Blush Brewery Mills River Brewing and the quaint downtown areas of Brevard or Hendersonville (the Asheville of 20 years ago) * 30 minutes to ziplining, whitewater tubing or rappelling waterfalls in the Green River Gorge * 8 minutes to a very large and well stocked grocery store * 11 minutes to Asheville airport

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