Black Mountain Hilltop Retreat

Escape to Black Mountain Hilltop Retreat, a spacious 4-bedroom log cabin set on nearly seven private acres in the gated Catawba Falls Preserve community. Located within a scenic drive of downtown Black Mountain and less than 30 minutes from Asheville, this secluded mountain retreat pairs spectacular long-range views with a wraparound deck, wood-burning fireplace, game room, firepit, expansive yard, and comfortable gathering spaces for families and groups.

Surrounded by peaceful mountain scenery near the headwaters of the Catawba River, the home offers the privacy of an end-of-road setting while keeping restaurants, hiking trails, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and Asheville attractions within easy reach.

Perfect For
Families searching for a spacious Black Mountain vacation rental, Groups seeking a private mountain cabin near Asheville, NC, Travelers looking for long-range Blue Ridge Mountain views, Family reunions and multigenerational mountain getaways, Hiking, fishing, rafting, kayaking, and outdoor adventure trips, Guests who want a cabin with a firepit, game room, and fireplace, Friends planning a peaceful getaway near downtown Black Mountain, Travelers visiting the Biltmore Estate or Blue Ridge Parkway

What You'll Love

• Spectacular long-range mountain views from the home and deck
• Nearly seven private acres with an end-of-road setting
• Expansive wraparound deck overlooking the mountains and yard
• Soaring great room with vaulted ceilings and abundant natural light
• Dramatic stone wood-burning fireplace
• Lower-level family and recreation room
• Outdoor firepit for evenings beneath the stars
• Large, level yard with room for children to play and explore
• Private gated community near Black Mountain and Asheville
• Pet friendly; Up to one dog max

Home Features
4 bedrooms | 4 full bathrooms plus a powder room | sleeps 10 | max occupancy 14

• Custom log and timber construction
• Open-concept great room with soaring vaulted ceilings
• Floor-to-ceiling windows framing the mountain scenery
• Large chef-style kitchen with granite countertops and updated range
• Spacious dining and gathering areas
• Main-level primary suite with direct deck access
• Loft overlooking the great room and mountain views
• Lower-level family room and game room
• Large laundry and mudroom
• Two-car garage

Outdoor Features

• Nearly seven acres of private mountain property
• Expansive wraparound deck with long-range views
• Outdoor seating for relaxing and entertaining
• Firepit surrounded by peaceful mountain scenery
• Large, level backyard
• Natural areas for walking, exploring, and enjoying wildlife
• Quiet setting for stargazing and watching summer fireflies
• Gated community near the headwaters of the Catawba River
• Convenient access to hiking, fishing, rafting, kayaking, and biking

Practical Details

• Wifi: 10.7 Mbps download and 5.8 Mbps upload.
• Cell service is spotty; we recommend enabling wifi calling
• TVs are streaming only. Guest uses their own accounts
• Parking: There is space for a max of 8 vehicles. You will be able to park one car in the garage and others in the driveway Do not park on the road and/or block the road
• Linens & towels provided (one set per guest)
• Easy self check-in for a smooth arrival
• Minimum booking age: the reserving guest must be 25+

📍 Location Highlights
Black Mountain, NC
20 minutes → downtown Black Mountain
25 minutes → Catawba Falls
35 minutes → downtown Asheville
40 minutes → Biltmore Estate
50 minutes → Asheville Regional Airport
Convenient to the Blue Ridge Parkway
Near hiking trails, waterfalls, rafting, kayaking, ziplining, and rock climbing
Easy access to Black Mountain restaurants, breweries, shops, and galleries
Close to Asheville dining, live music, art galleries, spas, and entertainment

Extras with Yonder

• Discounted Biltmore tickets: after booking, you'll receive a guest-only code for ticket savings
• Yonder Experience Program: optional discounts on curated adventures (fly fishing, waterfall hikes, in-home chef dinners, yoga, art workshops, and more)

Professionally managed by Yonder, our local team is dedicated to delivering a smooth, high-quality guest experience from booking through check-out, with thoughtful care and consistent support every step of the way. Our Guest Experience Team is available every day of the year from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM by phone, text, message, or email, with emergency support available overnight.

⭐ Yonder Policies & Information

Cleaning Fee & Clean Guarantee
Yonder is committed to full transparency. All cleaning fees are clearly disclosed and backed by our 100% Clean Guarantee. Reach out to our Guest Experience Team for further details.

Check-In / Check-Out
Check in is at 4pm and check out is at 10am. We're happy to review early and late check requests and will do our best to accommodate. While early check-in or late check-out can't be guaranteed, we always make every effort to honor these requests when availability allows. Paid options may be available.

Pet Policy
Dog-friendly home! Up to one dog are welcome with a $130 non-refundable pet fee.

Quiet Policy
This home is located in a peaceful, private mountain community. To preserve the relaxing setting for everyone, please keep noise to a respectful level at all times. Parties and disruptive behavior aren't permitted, and we kindly ask that you be mindful of neighbors and quiet hours starting at 10pm.

Extended Stays
Reservations of 30+ days are subject to additional review. Stays exceeding 90 days require a separate agreement. A security deposit, mid stay cleaning fees and trash pick up fees may apply depending on the length of stay.

Payments
If booked more than 14 days before arrival, 50% is due at booking and the remaining balance is due 14 days before check-in. If booked 14 days or fewer before arrival, full payment is due at booking.

Military Discount
We proudly offer a 5% discount to active duty military members and veterans. Proper documentation is required. Reach out to our Guest Experience Team for details.

Last-Minute Bookings
For reservations made within 7 days of arrival, additional verification is required to protect our homeowners and guests.
This includes:

• A clear photo of a government-issued ID
• A full facial selfie of the primary guest holding that ID (must match the reservation name)
• A photo showing the last 4 digits of the payment method in the primary guest's name
  Subject to security screening for verification and authenticity. Failure to complete verification may result in cancellation.