Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Patio
Dog-friendly
Barbecue
Air-conditioning
Refrigerator
Internet
Explore the area
Waynesville, NC
Barber Orchard Fruitstand
Place, Barber Orchard Fruitstand
14 min walk
Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
Place, Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center
13 min drive
Cataloochee Valley
Place, Cataloochee Valley
59 min drive
Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
51 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Common Space
1 Queen Bed
Guest Room (#3)
1 Queen Bed
Primary Bedroom (#1)
1 Queen Bed
Second Primary Bedroom (#2)
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms
Full Bath (#1)
Toilet · Shower only
Full Bath (#2)
Toilet · Shower only
Full Bath (#3)
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
Wish You Were Here | Pet-Friendly Waynesville Mountain Home
Wish You Were Here is a peaceful, pet-friendly Waynesville mountain home with 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and room for up to 8 guests. Set in an apple orchard community near the Balsam entrance to the Blue Ridge Parkway, it offers long-range mountain views, a large deck, a gas-log fireplace, and the comfort of an entire home to yourselves.
A wall of windows fills the vaulted great room with natural light and keeps the ridgeline in view. Gather by the fireplace after a day of scenic drives or hiking, prepare meals in the full kitchen, and enjoy slower evenings with the piano, Ovation guitar, record player, or telescope.
The spacious deck is made for morning coffee, fresh mountain air, and lingering over the view. The yard gives dogs room to stretch out, while downtown Waynesville, Barber Orchard Fruitstand, and the Blue Ridge Parkway are all nearby.
HOME HIGHLIGHTS • 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms • Accommodates up to 8 guests • Long-range mountain views from the great room and deck • Vaulted living area with a gas-log fireplace • Full kitchen and dining space for meals at home • Piano, Ovation guitar, record player, and telescope • Dog-friendly yard and on-site parking
PRACTICAL DETAILS • Linens & towels provided (one set per guest) • Easy self check-in for a smooth arrival • Minimum booking age: the reserving guest must be 25+ • Pet-friendly! Up to two dogs are welcome with a $135 pet fee. • Six guests sleep in beds, with additional sleeping capacity for two guests. • Exterior security cameras monitor the outside of the property only. There are no cameras inside the home. • Approximately 300 Mbps download Wi-Fi
EXTRAS WITH YONDER After booking, you'll receive a guest-only code for discounted Biltmore Estate tickets, plus savings on select Yonder Experiences, including fly fishing, waterfall hikes, in-home chef dinners, yoga, art workshops, and more.
YONDER POLICIES & INFORMATION ➢ Your stay is backed by Yonder's 100% Clean Guarantee. ➢ Check-in is 4:00 PM; check-out is 10:00 AM. Early or late times may be available for a fee. ➢ Please respect neighbors and quiet hours after 10:00 PM. Events, parties, and disruptive behavior are not permitted. ➢ Review Yonder's Payment, Cancellation, and Travel Insurance Policies before booking.
★ Reservations of 30 days or more require review. Stays exceeding 90 days require an additional agreement, and a security deposit, mid-stay cleaning fees, and trash pickup fees may apply depending on the length of stay. ★
★ Reservations made within 7 days of arrival require additional verification. The primary guest must submit a clear photo of a government-issued ID, a full facial selfie holding that ID, and a photo showing the last 4 digits of the payment method in their name. The ID and payment method must match the reservation name. All reservations undergo security screening. Failure to complete verification may result in cancellation. ★
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Waynesville
Located in Waynesville, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Cataloochee Ski Area and Lake Junaluska Golf Course are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Barber Orchard Fruitstand and Waynesville Recreation Center. Country Side Bowling Lanes and Maggie Valley Festival Grounds are also worth visiting. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 13 min drive - 17.7 km
Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 40 min drive - 50.3 km
Cataloochee Valley - 59 min drive - 47.7 km
Getting around
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 43 min drive
Restaurants
Blue Ridge Beer Hub - 9 min drive
Taco Bell - 6 min drive
Bogart's Restaurant and Tavern - 8 min drive
Papas & Beer - 6 min drive
Maggie's Galley - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Wish You Were Here | Pet-Friendly Waynesville Mountain Home pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Wish You Were Here | Pet-Friendly Waynesville Mountain Home?
As of 26 September 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wish You Were Here | Pet-Friendly Waynesville Mountain Home on 25 January 2027 start from NZ$1,361, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Wish You Were Here | Pet-Friendly Waynesville Mountain Home?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Wish You Were Here | Pet-Friendly Waynesville Mountain Home?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Wish You Were Here | Pet-Friendly Waynesville Mountain Home?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Wish You Were Here | Pet-Friendly Waynesville Mountain Home located?
Situated on a river, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Barber Orchard Fruitstand and within 3 miles (5 km) of Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance and Nantahala National Forest. Folkmoot Friendship Center and Hazelwood Soap Company are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Great place with tons of room and a big yard that the dog loved. Quiet neighborhood and really beautiful long range views. Out in the country, but it's also very convenient to good shopping and restaurants. Farmers market nearby. Amazing apples in the fall. Paved road all the way in. Entrance to the Blue Ridge Parkway is just minutes away.
Stayed 23 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2026
Thank you for your review! We are very happy that you were pleased with your stay.
This is a wonderful home overlooking the most beautiful mountains. In a wonderful neighborhood, quiet and very convenient to Waynesville and local attractions. We would rent this house again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 February 2026
Thank you for your review! We’re very happy that you were pleased with your stay.
The home is as advertised..beautiful, with amazing views. Great for a family or friend group.
Nicely appointed.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 February 2024
Alexandra, we truly appreciate your kind words and are delighted that you enjoyed your time at Wish You Were Here. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we're glad to hear that we met your expectations. Thank you for the amazing review!
Beautiful views, quiet neighborhood, spacious, comfortable home and furnishings. Great kitchen appliances.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 August 2024
Mille, thanks so much for your review! We are thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your summer vacation at Wish You Were Here. We hope you're doing well, and we would love to host you again soon!
Location was great! Quiet private area, and had an awesome view of the mountains. Kitchen could use a new set of frypans with lids, and more common baking pans (cookie sheets & pizza pan). Appliances in the kitchen all worked great.Also extra towels would be a plus, as each queen bedroom had but 1 set for guests to use.
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 January 2026
Thank you for your review! We’re very happy that you were pleased with your stay.
Beautiful views right from the living area! Perfect location, close to downtown Waynesville, Blue Ridge Pkwy, and Asheville. We had 3 couples along with our 12 year old daughter—everyone had their own room. 2 of the bedrooms share a bathroom in the hallway which worked just fine for us, but something to be aware of. Nice, large dining table for the whole family along with games and puzzles to do. We visited the farm right across the street (2 miles away) which was really cute. Hiking available really close by (Standing Rock Overlook was beautiful and very close.)
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 January 2026
Thank you for your review! We’re very happy that you were pleased with your stay.
This home has everything you need to have a wonderful vacation, and some fun extras too, like a piano, guitar, and games! The view from the living room is spectacular (the window seat is AMAZING and cozy), and it’s in a beautiful neighborhood. The location is great as you’re close enough to the highway, the Blue Ridge Parkway, Downtown Waynesville, and Lake Junaluska; all of which we visited! We took our 2 daughters, their husbands, and our 11-month-old granddaughter and we all loved being there. We were sad to have to leave and really hope to come back again every year and stay longer if we can afford it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 October 2024
Carolyn, thank you for your wonderful review of Wish You Were Here! We're thrilled that you and your family had such a fantastic vacation, and that the home provided everything you needed, plus some fun extras ;) The location really does offer the best of both worlds with its proximity to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Downtown Waynesville, and Lake Junaluska. We’d love to welcome you back for a longer stay in the future!
Perfect..but make sure about check out timing, they don't consider even though someone is sick
Everything was just perfect. Only complaint is that we requested some delay in check out as one of the kid was sick, but they didn't allow. They said cleaning person will come as early as 10 AM so we had to check out at 10 AM. But we were outside and nobody showed up.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 February 2024
Jitendra, thanks so much for your 5-star review! We are delighted to hear that you and your family enjoyed your stay at Wish You Were Here. Although we always try to accommodate late check-out requests, we were unable to this time. There was a guest checking in right after your stay and our team needed the full amount of time to prepare the home for the next arrival. We appreciate your understanding in this matter. We hope you're all doing well, and we'd be happy to host you again at this or any Yonder home!
The house was nice, clean except for some stains on shower curtains in the bathroom (the kind that don't scrub off easily). Lovely views and easy access in and out of home.
Get the travel insurance - we had a medical emergency with my son, one of the planned vacationers, in the hospital. With a 5 day notice the rental company shrugged and said there was nothing they could do. They had already collected the full amount of payment. I even offered to book a different date and let them keep the money and they refused.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 August 2024
Kay, thank you for your review of Wish You Were Here! We’re glad to hear that you enjoyed the clean and comfortable home, the lovely views, and the easy access. We apologize for the stain on the shower curtain—your feedback is valuable, and we’ll make sure to address this with our housekeeping team to ensure it’s taken care of. Regarding your experience with lack of travel insurance and your request to change dates, we’re truly sorry to hear about your son’s medical emergency. We understand how frustrating it must have been and appreciate your understanding of our cancellation policy. Travel insurance is highly recommended to help protect against unforeseen circumstances. We hope your son is doing well now, and we would love to welcome you back for a future stay. If there’s anything else we can assist with, please don’t hesitate to reach out :)
Verified review
6/10 Okay
Susan O.
27 June 2024
Missed Opportunity
I'm sorry to say that I missed an opportunity to stay at this property. It is all on me. For some unknown reason, I reserved the wrong weekend! I didn't realize this until the night before my actual departure. I checked to see if the property was still available, but sadly it was not. I had to rate the above categories in order to be able to leave this message. I've rated everything in the middle. I didn't want to give a poor/excellent review without staying at the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 August 2024
Susan, thank you for sharing your experience, and we're so sorry to hear about the mix-up with your reservation dates. We understand how disappointing it can be to miss out on a planned stay. If your travels bring you back this way, we'd be delighted to host you at Wish You Were Here. Please reach out to us directly, and we’ll do our best to accommodate your preferred dates. We hope to welcome you soon and provide you with the excellent stay you were looking forward to :)
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