Pisgah Adventure Basecamp • Walk to Downtown Brevard • Fire Pit
Stay near downtown Brevard at this fully furnished 3-bedroom cottage with a fire pit, private backyard, and quick access to Pisgah National Forest, DuPont State Forest, Looking Glass Falls, and Sliding Rock. Perfect for extended stays, relocation housing, traveling professionals, and families exploring Brevard waterfalls, hiking trails, mountain biking, breweries, and Western North Carolina outdoor adventures.
Summer is one of the best times to visit Brevard, with waterfalls at peak flow, lush trails in Pisgah National Forest, and cool mountain temperatures ideal for hiking, fly fishing, mountain biking, brewery hopping, and exploring downtown Brevard shops, restaurants, and local events. Enjoy easy access to popular attractions like Looking Glass Falls, Sliding Rock, and the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway.
Inside, the cottage features an open-concept living, dining, and kitchen area with high ceilings that make the space feel bright and connected—ideal for families, traveling professionals, and longer stays. The fully equipped kitchen includes stainless steel appliances, marble-style countertops, and everything you need to cook at home: pots, pans, dishware, glassware, utensils, spices, a coffee maker, toaster, blender, and ice maker.
Sleeping Arrangements (Sleeps 6 | 1 Bathroom) - Bedroom 1: Queen bed - Bedroom 2: Full bed - Bedroom 3: Two twin beds
All beds are outfitted with 800-thread-count sheets and memory foam mattresses. The home includes quality bath towels, a hairdryer, iron, and ironing pad for a comfortable, extended stay.
Work & Entertainment - High-speed WiFi - Smart TV with Apple TV, Netflix, Amazon Prime, and DirecTV - Dining table workspace suitable for remote work
Outdoor Living Step outside to enjoy the backyard, featuring a wood-burning fire pit, and space for kids to play. It’s a great spot to read, or enjoy the natural surroundings.
Location Highlights - 15-minute walk to downtown Brevard restaurants, coffee shops, breweries, art galleries, and movie theater. - Less than 2 miles to Brevard Music Center - 7-minute drive to Pisgah National Forest (waterfalls, hiking, biking, trout fishing, swimming holes) - 25 minutes to Dupont State Forest - Easy access to the Looking Glass Falls, Sliding Rock, Pisgah National Forest, DuPont State Forest, Blue Ridge Parkway, Pisgah Inn, and surrounding mountain towns
House Rules - No pets - No smoking (smoke-free property) - No parties or events - Children welcome (located on a safe, low-traffic street) - Maximum occupancy: 6 guests - Guests have full access to the home except one locked closet and the basement
Additional Details: - In-unit washer/dryer combo - On-site parking for up to 3 medium sized vehicles
This home is professionally managed and cleaned, offering a reliable experience in a private furnished residence. Whether you’re visiting for work, relocation, or extended time in the mountains, we’re here to support you before and during your stay.
Enjoy easy access to downtown Brevard, Pisgah National Forest, DuPont State Forest, waterfalls, hiking, and mountain biking during your stay at Colwell Cottage.
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please start one load of laundry before you leave.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
🚭 No smoking inside the home. Evidence of smoking (including odor) will result in a $250–$500 deep cleaning fee.
Important information
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Property # 5035592vb
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
Seniors-only community.
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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
About the area
Brevard
Located in Brevard, this holiday home is in the mountains. Sideways Farm & Brewery and Etowah Valley Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Crystal Mountain Gem Mine and Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute. Kayaking and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and rock climbing nearby.
Transylvania Heritage Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Brevard College - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
French Broad River - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
Biltmore Estate - 52 min drive - 65.8 km
Getting around
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
Save-More Foods - 2 min drive
Cardinal Drive-In - 6 min walk
The Bohemian - 15 min walk
Blue Smoke BBQ - 2 min walk
Jet's Pizza - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Pisgah Adventure Basecamp • Walk to Downtown Brevard • Fire Pit pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Pisgah Adventure Basecamp • Walk to Downtown Brevard • Fire Pit?
As of 18 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pisgah Adventure Basecamp • Walk to Downtown Brevard • Fire Pit on 23 June 2026 start from NZ$545, 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 Pisgah Adventure Basecamp • Walk to Downtown Brevard • Fire Pit?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Pisgah Adventure Basecamp • Walk to Downtown Brevard • Fire Pit?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Pisgah Adventure Basecamp • Walk to Downtown Brevard • Fire Pit?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Pisgah Adventure Basecamp • Walk to Downtown Brevard • Fire Pit located?
Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Crystal Mountain Gem Mine and Transylvania Heritage Museum. Brevard College and Silvermont Mansion and Park are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Wonderful and responsive host. The cabin was very clean and comfortable. The yard and fire pit area were not as private as we would have preferred but everything met our needs and it was easy to access all the hiking we wanted to do in the area.
Susan Q.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 November 2025
Thank you so much, Susan! We're delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay and found the cabin clean, comfortable, and convenient for exploring the hiking trails nearby. We appreciate your feedback about the yard and fire pit privacy — we’ll certainly keep that in mind as we continue improving the guest experience. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back for another mountain getaway soon! 🌲🔥
We had a wonderful stay! Everything was very clean and we had everything we needed for our short weekend away from home! Brenda was very quick with responding and checking that we had everything we needed including recommendations which was so kind! The home was so centrally located and easy to find as well as being close to everything you need for a great stay! We will definitely return when we visit the area again! Thank you for having us!
Anna H.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 November 2025
Thank you so much, Anna! It was such a pleasure hosting you and your family. I’m so happy to hear you enjoyed your stay and that the home had everything you needed for your weekend getaway. I always love sharing local recommendations to help make the visit even more special. You were wonderful guests, and I’d be delighted to welcome you back anytime you’re in the area again. Thank you for choosing to stay with us! 🌿
Thank you so much! We’re so glad you found the place clean and neat — that means a lot to us. It was a pleasure hosting you, and you’re always welcome back anytime!
Super clean cottage with great walkability to town and to Brevard college! Woke up to deer outside our window and loved the neighbors friendly cats that would visit us every time we rolled in. The creek is behind the home but cannot view it from the home.
Kristin L.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 October 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear you enjoyed the cottage’s walkable location and the peaceful touches of nature around the property. It’s always a delight when our guests get to spot the deer and meet the friendly neighborhood cats — they truly make the experience special.
We’re glad you found the cottage clean and convenient for visiting Brevard and the college. You’re welcome back anytime for another relaxing stay by the creek!
We were hardly at the house because we were out doing things around town and on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Having said that, the house was clean and stocked with what we needed.
Ashleigh P.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 September 2025
Thank you, Ashleigh, for your kind words and for taking the time to leave a review. 🌿 We’re so glad to hear that you found the cottage clean and well-stocked, and that you were able to enjoy exploring the Blue Ridge Parkway and all that Brevard has to offer.
It was a pleasure hosting you and your family, and we’d be happy to welcome you back anytime! 💛
Great place to stay and use as a base to see mountains, Brevard, etc
Benjamin S.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2024
Thank you so much for your kind words and the 5-star review! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found our cottage clean and well-appointed. It’s great to know that it served as a perfect base for exploring the mountains and Brevard. We hope to welcome you back soon for another wonderful stay!
We had a wonderful time. The house was very clean and well equipped. Loved our stay!
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 September 2024
We’re thrilled to hear you had a wonderful time! It’s great to know that you found the house clean and fully equipped for your stay. We’d love to have you back anytime!
Had a great relaxing, quiet and enjoyable stay. The host was very easy to communicate with and extremely helpful. Would stay there again.
Michael M.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2024
Thank you for the fantastic 5-star review! We’re delighted you had a relaxing, quiet, and enjoyable stay. Knowing that our communication and assistance made your visit even better is wonderful. We’d love to welcome you back anytime!
It was an easy walk to restaurants and shops. Great bed!
John C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2024
Thank you for your kind review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the easy walk to Main Street's restaurants and shops. It's great to know that you found the bed comfortable as well. We hope to welcome you back for another wonderful stay soon!
The house was quite comfortable, located in a quiet area convenient to the Brevard Music Center our primary destination in the area.
Judith F.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 September 2024
We're delighted to hear that you had a comfortable stay and enjoyed the quiet neighborhood! It’s wonderful that the proximity to the Brevard Music Center made your trip even more convenient. We’d love to have you back for your next visit!
The house was amazing, comfortable and newly remodeled.
Tanya M.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2024
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review! We’re glad to hear you found the house amazing, comfortable, and enjoyed the newly remodeled features. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again in the future.
The house was clean and well setup. Owners where easy to get a hold of and very helpful.
Daniel B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 18 November 2024
Thank you so much for your kind review! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the location and found the house clean and well-prepared for your stay. It was our pleasure to assist you, and we’re always here to make our guests feel welcome. We hope to host you again in the future!
We had a great time in Brevard. This cozy house has been nicely remodeled and it met our every need. We will definitely try to book this same house the next time we come back.
nathan r.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 19 November 2024
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had a great time in Brevard and that our cozy house met all your needs. It means a lot to us that you appreciated the remodel—it’s always our goal to create a comfortable and welcoming space for our guests. We’d be delighted to host you again on your next visit to Brevard!
Safe travels, and we look forward to seeing you again in the future.
Very comfortable. Inside was completely clean and up to date. Enjoyed our visit.
The host was very responsive to all my questions in advance, coming right after the hurricane, I was very worried but she answered all my concerns.
Martha D.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 11 November 2024
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you found the space comfortable, clean, and up to date—it’s always our goal to make sure our guests feel at ease and enjoy every moment of their stay. We understand how worrisome travel can be after a hurricane, and we’re so glad we could answer all your questions and help you feel at ease. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we’d love to welcome you back anytime!
Verified
6/10 Okay
Wendy L.
19 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
The fire pit was very basic and unkempt. I had to wipe off mold, mildew and bird poop off the chairs before they could be used. It faced the cement foundation of the cottage. The creek was more like an overgrown ditch. There were no scenic views, deck, porches etc. However, the house was clean and close to town, we did not think it close enough to walk though. The host responded quickly to our disappointment and did send firewood, starter sticks and cleaned up the fire pit.
Wendy L.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 November 2025
Thank you, Wendy, for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re glad to hear you found the home clean and appreciated our quick communication and response. We sincerely apologize for the initial condition of the outdoor area — that’s not the experience we want our guests to have. Your comments about the fire pit and seating area are helpful, and we’ve taken steps to ensure they’re better maintained going forward. We also appreciate your notes about the property’s surroundings and will update our listing description to make expectations even clearer. Thank you again for your stay and for helping us improve.
Very convenient walking distance of downtown, and one of the cleanest rentals I’ve ever been in. It’s a bit cozy small in the bedroom/bathroom area but a very enjoyable place to stay!
Becky K.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 28 November 2020
Becky, we really appreciate your time to give us feedback about your experience at our place. We take pride of our cleaning protocol and want to help to have everyone safe and comfortable during your visit. Come back again.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Judy B.
1 September 2018
Awesome Location
Very clean and well maintained home, Brenda had everything you need including a few snacks, coffee-tea, and a few other beverages, Location is within walking distance of town and not to far from Sierra Nevada Brewing, or the Pisgah National Forest.
Would definitely recommend this property.
Judy B.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
Thank you Judy for your sweet review. It is our pleasure to share with guest like you our place. Come back again!
This property was perfect to get away to North Carolina. Checkin was super easy and Brenda was available whenever we had a question. We will definitely rent again from them when we return. Thanks so much for a getaway!
Jennifer C.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 9 October 2024
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear you had an amazing time and that everything from check-in to communication went smoothly. We'd love to welcome you back anytime you're in North Carolina. Take care and see you next time!
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you found the property well-equipped and clean. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back again soon!
This rental was well worth the price. Bathroom is a little tight, but other than that the house is very nicely renovated. Quiet neighborhood just on the edge of downtown Brevard. We would definitely stay here again!
Jesse J.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 3 August 2021
Thank you so much for sharing about your experience.
We stayed 2 nights. The home was clean and had all the necessary items. Host checked in a d e sure everything was going well.
Karen G.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 November 2024
Thank you so much for your kind review! I’m glad to hear you enjoyed your stay and found everything you needed for a comfortable visit. It’s wonderful that you had the chance to explore the beauty of Pisgah National Forest!
You were a pleasure to host, and we’d be delighted to welcome you back anytime. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you’re ever planning another trip to the area – we’d love to host you again.
About the host
Hosted by Brenda Valenti
Love the nature, explore, camp, hike and go to the woods as much as I can. There is no better place to do it than in WNC where I call home for over 10 years. My family and I live in Brevard and it is easy to supervise our place and make sure our guests are more than pleased with the service provided. Please do not hesitate to contact me for any additional information.
Why they chose this property
We chose this neighborhood because of its walkable, close-to-town setting and how easy it makes everyday life. When this was our first home, being able to walk into town with our children made a huge difference—parks, the public library, local errands, and downtown Brevard were all easily accessible, even with a stroller.
The neighborhood feels established, friendly, and convenient, with a calm residential feel while still being just minutes from shops, restaurants, and community spots. What we enjoy most is how connected everything feels without sacrificing privacy or comfort.
What makes this property unique
When you have gorgeous weather like in Brevard you want to spend as much time possible outdoors. We have a fire pit and creek on the back where you can enjoy wildlife on the other side of creek. We have a white squirrel that crosses and visits our back yard quiet often.