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Screened Porch: 'The Rock Cottage' in Hot Springs

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Hot Springs Vacation Rental | 2BR | 2BA | 1,000 Sq Ft
Front Entrance | Entry Via Lockbox
Living Room | Free WiFi
Living Room | Air Conditioning
Living Room | Smart TV

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 592.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Hot Springs, NC
  • Place, Hot Springs Library
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, French Broad River
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Hot Springs Resort And Spa
    ‪14 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Screened Porch: 'The Rock Cottage' in Hot Springs

Make your escape to the Appalachian Mountains when you stay at this 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom vacation rental! This comfy cottage is the perfect spot to explore the area with a great location just feet from both the Appalachian Trail and down the street from the Hot Springs Resort and Spa. Take a day trip down to Asheville or over to Pigeon Forge for more Blue Ridge Mountain fun! After a day of adventure, come home to a fully equipped kitchen, a whirlpool bathtub, and a private screened-in patio!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Single-Story Cottage | Mountain Views | 1,000 Sq Ft

Grab the family or group for a trip filled with mountain adventures and relaxing small-town charm at this centrally located North Carolina retreat!

Bedroom 1: Full Bed | Bedroom 2: 2 Full Beds | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa

OUTDOOR LIVING: Screened-in patio, patio furniture, dining space, charcoal grill
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, dining table, vaulted ceilings, ceiling fan, hard surface floors
KITCHEN: Fully equipped w/ cooking basics, microwave, toaster, Keurig coffee maker, dishware/flatware
GENERAL: Free WiFi, towels/linens, cleaning essentials, air conditioning, central heating
PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles)
ADDT'L ACCOMMODATIONS: An additional studio for 2 guests is available nearby with a separate nightly rate. If you would like to reserve both rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking

-- THE LOCATION --

GET OUTSIDE: Hot Springs Rafting Co. (0.3 miles), Spring Creek (0.4 miles), Appalachian Trail at South Hot Springs (0.4 miles), Lover’s Leap Hiking Trail (0.9 miles), Big Laurel Creek (5.5 miles), French Broad Adventures (11.6 miles), Margarette Falls (28.6 miles), Pisgah National Forest (35.3 miles), Wolf Ridge Ski Resort (38.8 miles), Great Smoky Mountains National Park (38.9 miles)
ASHEVILLE ADVENTURE: Basilica of Saint Lawrence (35.5 miles), The Orange Peel (35.6 miles), Biltmore Estate (37.7 miles), Southern Highland Craft Guild (39.4 miles), The North Carolina Arboretum (43.1 miles)
HOT SPRINGS: Hot Springs Resort and Spa (0.5 miles), Broadwing Farms (1.2 miles)
DAY TRIPS: Pigeon Forge (53.8 miles), Gatlinburg (58.2 miles)
AIRPORT: Asheville Regional Airport (49.3 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
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

Hot Springs

Hot Springs is home to this cottage. Hot Springs Resort And Spa and Paint Creek Recreation Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Flow and Marshall High Studios. Relax and indulge in the area's health/beauty spas, or seek out an adventure with hunting nearby.
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Hot Springs, NC

What's nearby

  • Hot Springs Library - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Madison County Public Library - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • French Broad River - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Hot Springs Resort And Spa - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 58 min drive - 81.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Vinyl Pies - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Big Pillow Brewing - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Vaste Riviere - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Smoky Mountain Diner - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Laurel River Store - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Screened Porch: 'The Rock Cottage' in Hot Springs pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Screened Porch: 'The Rock Cottage' in Hot Springs?

As of 22 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Screened Porch: 'The Rock Cottage' in Hot Springs on 18 May 2026 start from NZ$182, 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 Screened Porch: 'The Rock Cottage' in Hot Springs?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Screened Porch: 'The Rock Cottage' in Hot Springs?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Screened Porch: 'The Rock Cottage' in Hot Springs?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Screened Porch: 'The Rock Cottage' in Hot Springs located?

Situated in Hot Springs, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Pisgah National Forest, Madison County Public Library and Hot Springs Library. Hot Springs Resort And Spa and French Broad River are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

6/10 Okay

Delorse F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
Not the place to stay in Winter. I froze. I sent two messages to both the numbers in the instructions and still have yet to receive a response. I checked out and am now staying at a different property. Would be perfect for Spring and Summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy F.

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

Great little cottage

We had a nice weekend in Hot Springs for a wedding. The cottage was just what we needed and within walking distance to the Main Street.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Daniel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Small and cozy would not recommend to anyone of stature or size. Also would be nice to have an abundance of towels and wash clothes other than having to ask the host for them.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Rock cottage was perfect !!!

Wonderful cottage, walking distance to everything Hot Springs! Screen porch was our favorite! Great location, great property and we will be back soon!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

William

November stay for Turkey Day

Overall very nice however, the heating system could barely keep up with the extra cold weather we had at night. Also other places I’ve stayed had powdered creamer and hot chocolate with the coffee set up, this place did not. Not as private as it looked on the website but fine for our purposes during the late fall, not conducive to hanging out on the screened porch with neighbors very close.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Cute cottage, great porch!

It's a nice small cottage within walking distance to a great town to visit.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey J.

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

Convenient to rafting and Hot Springs

Cute cottage in walking distance to town and driving distance to the NOC.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Naomi M.

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

Very nice little cabin. Easy to get to places.

Was a very nice little cabin. Quite and cozy. Walked to eat or just out looking around. Would rent again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Perfect for AT hikers

We used the cottage as home base for a week long AT section hike. Worked out great!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Convenient to Appalachian Trail and other outdoor activities. Short walk to dining options and convenience stores. Quiet location with comfortable rooms, adequate kitchen, and nice front porch for enjoying morning coffee or relaxing in the evening.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

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

Wonderful cozy cottage

We had a lovely time in Hot Springs hiking, fishing and enjoying the hot tubs at the resort! We walked into downtown with our 5 year old for food and had such an awesome time. Highly recommend the cottage due to its awesome location, privacy, pretty views, ease of check in and the property is exactly as advertised!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Vickie

Rock Cottage

Enjoyed the honey little cottage. Came for the mineral springs soa and thoroughly enkoyed
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol C.

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

Hot Springs is magical

Step back in time at The Rock Cabin, but with modern bathrooms and climate control as needed. The porch is a respite for weary travelers and/or hikers. Plenty of restaurants and entertainment in a compact, walkable village.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy L.

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

Enjoyed Thanksgiving weekend

Within walking distance to restaurants, coffee, brewery, etc. Enjoyed being lazy. Wish the wifi had been better. Very comfortable home
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

A unique town

Hot Springs, North Carolina sits alongside the Appalachian Trail. Each spring Through-Hikers, those going from Georgia to Maine come through town. It makes for a unique community when locals and hikers mix and enjoy each other's company. This was a perfect cottage to stay at while enjoying some hiking and visiting along the trail. It is very comfortable with a beautiful screen porch.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

roger c.

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

Hiking haven

This was base camp for our AT hiking adventure with Blue Ridge Hiking. My 84 year old mother stayed there while we did a 2 night hike. She was within walking distance to town if she needed anything. The beds were very comfortable. The living room could use a better set up. The couch could be bigger and the chair was not comfortable for an evening of TV. The table was great for games though. The hosts were so friendly. Parking was an issue. Only spot for one vehicle and it was tight. We definitely would return to the area and stay in this lovely cabin again
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Sheena A.

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dirty and felt unsafe

We had a terrible experience, the property was very dirty. The air did not properly cool. And we were very uncomfortable when we came home at 10pm to see the owner on the property, then scurry into the bushes in hopes of us not seeing him. We would have loved to leave but had no where else to go
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patti J.

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

Tiny and Cute

Perfect little place for a get away. We were here for a songwriting retreat at another location in town….so basically we needed a place to sleep. Didn’t spend much time during the day in the house. The arrangement of the house is nice. The Living room and kitchen is in the middle of the house with a bedroom and bathroom on each end of the house. The separation by the living room and kitchen provides more privacy. Bedrooms each have an air conditioner unit. Living room and kitchen tend to stay a little warmer. The screened in porch was a favorite place to gather in the morning and the evening. The kitchen is very small, but works to make a light breakfast or a quick lunch. Easy, no contact check-in. We would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

joy f.

Liked: Location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Lack of communication

It’s old and dark and could be quaint with a little attention. Bed was comfy. Windows drafty. It was unlocked upon arrival and no key available through the entire stay. Had we had much of value it would have been concerning. I tried to email and text the owner before arrival and after arrival but no response. Upon arrival there were instructions on how to contact he neighbor if needed, who also did not respond. The screened porch was great and would’ve been the place to be (if it hadn’t been too cold.)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Jane D.

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

Great Screened in Porch but . . .

This what you need to know. The cottage is much smaller than it looks in the pictures, probably only about 650 sq ft in total. There are 2 master bedrooms connected by a galley kitchen. The shower in the master on the left has a tiny shower stall with a shower head only 5.5 ft in height. People of size or stature will have difficulty. Although the kitchen is well appointed with all appliances and dishes, it is VERY narrow. A tiny dining area with a very nice flat screen TV separated the kitchen from the other master. However, there is no comfortable furniture to watch TV. An old patio love seat and wooden straight chairs are your options for watching TV. The tub shower combo in the second master requires about an 18" stepover. Having said that, the cottage is very clean and the beds are OK. My sister and I (64 &62 y.o. females) slept very well as it is quiet and peaceful around the cottage. The heat and air conditioning work very well.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Shannon H.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication

Minimalist

The best feature of this property is the front porch. It is screened on three sides to provide a great breeze and has ample seating as well as a card table and additional chairs. There are also sunshades to block the sun's rays as needed. The view of the mountains and nearby flower gardens are wonderful. The owners brought in fresh flowers on the second day of our stay, which was a kind gesture. With those things said, though, it is important to point out the drawbacks as well. This is a minimalist house. The kitchen is tiny, the fridge is very small, and the stove is small. There were limited essentials, such as no hot pads for cooking and no hand soap in one of the bathrooms. While the linens seemed clean, there were cobwebs in some of the glasses and the floors were overtly dusty. The Wi-Fi was unreliable and the TV was small. The owners live next door, which made it easy to resolve issues during our stay, however they were unresponsive to multiple attempts prior to arrival to get a question answered. If your plans are to mostly be outside and to eat out, this house will be adequate for you. However, you should approach with caution if the weather is inclement or if you plan to mostly be indoors. Hot springs is a beautiful area and be sure to visit the hot springs spa!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

A peaceful quiet retreat

The Rock Cottage is an ideal place to stay for an older couple as we are. It is very comfortable providing everything that is required. The screened-in porch surrounded by shrubs and flowers and many songbirds is a little paradise. It is a very short drive to restaurants, stores and gas. Highly recommend this restful spot.If
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff B.

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

Great Location, Great place!!!

Only thing we had a problem with were the kitchen pots and pans & silverware, I thing we bought new ones and left them there!!! Eveything else was great!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

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

Beautiful

Lovely setting. Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn R.

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

All the Comforts of home

Wonderful location and homeowners, couldn't of ask for a better vacation.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

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