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Whiskey Rock | Private Estate on 50 acres | Event Friendly | Spectacular Views

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Whiskey Rock | Private Estate on 50 acres | Event Friendly | Spectacular Views provides amenities, such as a firepit and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

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9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 173632 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

Whiskey Rock | Private Estate on 50 acres | Event Friendly | Spectacular Views

  • Whiskey Rock is a rare 50-acre private mountain estate near Asheville—ideal for groups who want space, privacy, and a true “all together” stay with the comfort of a fully renovated main home plus two separate cabins. Set beside Pisgah National Forest with ponds, pastures, barns, and sweeping Blue Ridge views, this is an unforgettable home base for multi-family vacations, reunions, retreats, and wedding weekends—with plenty of room to gather, and plenty of places to spread out.

    Why guests book Whiskey Rock
    * 50 private acres with long-range mountain views, fields, ponds, and trails to wander
    * Three separate buildings (Main Lodge + 2 cabins) for privacy and flexible sleeping
    * Built for connection: porches, decks, patios, and open-air gathering spaces
    * Classic WNC evenings: starry skies, seasonal fireflies, and multiple fire pits
    * Event-ready setting with a ceremony platform + renovated Barn Bar + photo-worthy backdrops
    * Dog-friendly with wide-open space for the whole crew (including pups)
    * EV Charger

    Home details
    Sleeps in beds: 17 | Max occupancy: 17

    Main Lodge (renovated modern farmhouse | 3,600+ sq ft)
    4 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms
    * Vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, hardwood floors
    * Great room anchored by a stone fireplace
    * Fully equipped kitchen for group meals
    * Multiple living/seating areas so everyone can relax comfortably

    Two private cabins: Big Ivy + The Pisgah
    Each cabin includes:
    * 1 private bedroom + ensuite bathroom
    * Small coffee station for easy mornings
    * Twin sleeping loft (great for kids / extra guests)

    Outdoor living
    * Multiple outdoor spaces: porches, decks, screened porch, and patios
    * Multiple fire pits for evening hangs
    * Ponds + pastures: koi pond + trout-feeding pond and rolling fields for slow walks. Please do not swim or fish in the ponds.
    * Gathering spots for long afternoons outside and fresh-air dinners

    Weddings, retreats, and hosted events
    Whiskey Rock is a standout setting for weddings, elopements, retreats, and milestone celebrations, with space to celebrate together and comfortable places to reset throughout the day.
    * Ceremony platform for view-forward “I do” moments
    * Renovated Barn Bar for receptions, welcome drinks, and post-dinner celebrating
    * Picture-perfect backdrops across the 50-acre estate

    Optional add-on: Wedding-morning yoga through Spectrum Yoga (private, on-site session)

    Ceremony platform notes
    * No power or heat at the platform (solar string lights are in place)
    * To run power to the pavilion area, you'll need ~300 ft of drop cord
    * Generators required for additional power needs (lighting, sound, heaters, etc.)

    Event fees apply for weddings, yoga retreats, corporate retreats, reunions, and other hosted events. Please inquire with our Guest Experience Team for details and rates. For additional event photos, see @whiskeyrocknc on IG + FB.

    Practical details (good to know before booking)
    * WiFi is available in the Main Lodge only (cabins do not have WiFi)
    * Internet speed (Main Lodge): Download 450 Mbps | Upload 17 Mbps
    * Access: paved roads most of the way + final private gravel approach
    * Winter travel: AWD/4x4 recommended in snow/ice conditions

    Location highlights
    Located in Barnardsville, NC
    * 7 minutes → Big Ivy Community Center (seasonal) pool, playground, basketball & volleyball
    * 15 minutes → Navitat Canopy Adventures (zip lining)
    * 25 minutes → Weaverville (groceries, restaurants, easy conveniences)
    * 30 minutes → Downtown Asheville (food, breweries, arts, music)
    * 40 minutes → Biltmore Estate
    * 40 minutes → Hatley Pointe Ski Resort
    * 50 minutes → Asheville Regional Airport

    This home is professionally managed by Yonder, a dedicated team with years of experience and passion for providing the ultimate guest experience.

    ⭐ Yonder Policies & Information

    For guest safety, Whiskey Rock has security cameras monitoring the main gate, barn interior, garage door, front door, rear deck, and rear gate.

    Clean Guarantee
    All homes are backed by our 100% Clean Guarantee. The details are disclosed in your rental agreement.

    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.

    Pets
    Dog-friendly! Up to 2 dogs allowed with a $130 non-refundable pet fee.

    Extended Stays
    Reservations of 30 days or more are subject to review; stays exceeding 30 days require an additional agreement. A security deposit, mid stay cleaning fees and trash pick up fees may apply depending on the length of stay.

    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.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • On a river

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Unit size: 3,632 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 22
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 deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Located in Barnardsville, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Vance Birthplace and Swannanoa Valley Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Reems Creek Golf Club and Patricia Cornwell Tennis Center. Dream Guitars and Ten Thousand Villages are also worth visiting. Water tubing and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cave exploring and mountain climbing nearby. Visit our Barnardsville travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A person bungee jumping from a cable suspended over a dense forest with mountains in the background.
    Navitat Canopy Adventures
    18 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • A calm river surrounded by dense green foliage and trees.
    French Broad River
    34 min drive - 27.6 miles
  • A wet pathway leading to a park with a signboard and trees.
    University of North Carolina at Asheville
    34 min drive - 28.4 miles
  • A brick building with a sign that reads "The Orange Peel."
    The Orange Peel
    38 min drive - 30.8 miles
  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
    38 min drive - 30.3 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
    50 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sheena's Restaurant
    13 min drive
  • LaFond's Gap
    18 min drive
  • Commerce Club
  • Antonino Bertolo's Pizza & Italian Eatery
  • Chocolate Moose

Frequently asked questions

Is Whiskey Rock | Private Estate on 50 acres | Event Friendly | Spectacular Views pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Whiskey Rock | Private Estate on 50 acres | Event Friendly | Spectacular Views?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Whiskey Rock | Private Estate on 50 acres | Event Friendly | Spectacular Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whiskey Rock | Private Estate on 50 acres | Event Friendly | Spectacular Views?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Whiskey Rock | Private Estate on 50 acres | Event Friendly | Spectacular Views located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from Pisgah National Forest and within 12 miles (20 km) of Navitat Canopy Adventures and Craggy Gardens. Vance Birthplace and Reems Creek Golf Club are also within 16 miles (25 km).

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