Wish You Were Here | Pet-Friendly Waynesville Mountain Home

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A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, large windows offering a mountain view, a ceiling fan, and a cozy seating area.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a mountain view.
A wooden deck with blue stools, overlooking a mountainous landscape.
A spacious dining area with a high ceiling and wooden beams, a large window offering a view of the outdoors, and a cozy seating area with a sofa and chairs.
A wooden piano with sheet music, a bench, and a guitar against a wall with a colorful artwork.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    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.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Barber Orchard Fruitstand

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Waynesville, NC
  • Place, Barber Orchard Fruitstand
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Great Smoky Mountains National Park
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Place, Cataloochee Valley
    ‪59 min drive‬
  • 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

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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 mountain biking and hunting nearby.
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Map
Waynesville, NC

What's nearby

  • Barber Orchard Fruitstand - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 13 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Harrahs Cherokee Casino - 40 min drive - 50.3 km
  • Great Smoky Mountains National Park - 41 min drive - 55.4 km
  • Cataloochee Valley - 59 min drive - 47.7 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bogart's Restaurant and Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Cookout - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bizzaro Pizza - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Mad Anthony's Taproom & Restaurant - ‬8 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 10 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wish You Were Here | Pet-Friendly Waynesville Mountain Home on 30 November 2026 start from NZ$1,304, 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 15 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The place was spotless and had everything we needed! We especially enjoyed the view from the front picture window!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2026
Thank you for your review! We are very happy that you were pleased with your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2026
Response from Wish You Were Here | Pet-Friendly Waynesville Mountain Home on 20 October 2026
Thank you for your review! We are very happy that you were pleased with your stay, and hope to have you back soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The view was unparalleled.Dog friendly, lovely quiet neighborhood, plenty of space (and bathrooms!)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 December 2025
Thank you for your review! We’re very happy that you were pleased with your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Getaway

Excellent! Nicest area and home I have stayed in. I highly recommend it. Great location also.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 6 April 2026
Thank you for your review! We are very happy that you were pleased with your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very beautiful home. Best views ever. It was a very comfortable home and had everything we needed.
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 December 2025
Thank you for your review! We’re very happy that you were pleased with your stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Views Great Space

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!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer vacation

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!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wish I was (back) there!

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!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely home, get the trip insurance

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

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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