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10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6162.6 sq m
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Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet
Bathroom 2
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Cozy home- hot tub, views, huge 1 acre fenced yard & fire pit! Bring 3 dogs.
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! 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. I
*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 charged via VRBO. 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! 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
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! 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. I
*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 charged via VRBO. 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! 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
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Please no dogs less than 6 months of age.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a first aid kit
About the area
Mills River
Located in Mills River, this cottage is in the mountains. Western North Carolina Agricultural Center and Johnson Farm are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Southridge Shopping Center and Biltmore Park Town Square. Travelling with kids? Consider Crystal Mountain Gem Mine and Elijah Mountain Gem Mine. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and rock climbing.
Mills River, NC
What's nearby
- Etowah Valley Golf Club - 6 min drive - 4.4 km
- French Broad River - 7 min drive - 6.6 km
- Sideways Farm & Brewery - 8 min drive - 7.1 km
- Etowah Park - 9 min drive - 6.8 km
- Cummings Cove Golf and Country Club - 13 min drive - 12.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Starbucks - 8 min drive
- Mills River Brewi - 8 min drive
- China Dynasty - 10 min drive
- The Salty Landing - 8 min drive
- Root And Bone - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
16 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Laura T.
22 February 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy




Laura T.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Brianne H.
8 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dogs loved the yard and close to great hiking in Pisgah.
Brianne H.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Hannah J.
9 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hannah J.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Becki L.
31 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway
Becki L.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tom F.
29 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
5 Star all the way.
Tom F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jayne E.
13 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great fenced yard
Jayne E.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Dan H.
30 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for kids and adults
Dan H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lisa H.
7 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptional experience
Lisa H.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amelia D.
17 December 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and property!
Amelia D.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kathryn B.
2 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Comfortable
Kathryn B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Angela D.
7 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect getaway!
Angela D.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Heather R.
16 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
Heather R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Carolyn M.
21 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceeds expectations
Carolyn M.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Julie J.
23 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Julie J.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Alyson T.
30 November 2025
Alyson T.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Kierra F.
2 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kierra F.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
About the host
Hosted by Christin Austin
My family and I are local to the Asheville area since 1991 and love to share all the local favorites! We love to travel, hike, tube, kayak and camp.
Why they chose this property
This property has wonderful old growth trees, beautiful pastoral views and provides a large fenced in back yard for family, friends and fur babies to play and relax with a six person hot tub and newly renovated patio and fire pit.
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
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
What makes this property unique
Six person hot tub
Newly renovated patio and fire pit
Pet friendly w/ fenced in 1 acre yard.
Country setting yet convenient to so many wonderful things.
Beautiful old growth trees.
Quiet neighborhood.
An eclectic style that combines some of the vintage elements of the house with clean modern decor.
Newly renovated patio and fire pit
Pet friendly w/ fenced in 1 acre yard.
Country setting yet convenient to so many wonderful things.
Beautiful old growth trees.
Quiet neighborhood.
An eclectic style that combines some of the vintage elements of the house with clean modern decor.
Languages:
English
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