Title: Shepherd's Lodge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Shepherd's Lodge Holiday home in Candler with free parking ## Photo gallery for Shepherd's Lodge ![Traditional House, 2 Bedrooms, Private Pool, Mountain View | Private kitchen | Coffee/tea maker, high chair - Shepherd's Lodge (Candler)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109200000/109193900/109193900/624973d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Shepherd's Lodge (Candler)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109200000/109193900/109193900/415222ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![View from property - Shepherd's Lodge (Candler)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109200000/109193900/109193900/d20c8b83.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Shepherd's Lodge (Candler)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109200000/109193900/109193900/58c2cfdb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Porch - Shepherd's Lodge (Candler)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109200000/109193900/109193900/6ac1ab50.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Shepherd's Lodge provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedroomsSleeps 61000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Shepherd's Lodge Holiday home in Candler with free parking This holiday home features a seasonal outdoor pool, laundry facilities and free self-parking. Other amenities include multilingual staff assistance. The holiday home comforts include premium bedding and a pillow menu, plus a washer/dryer and a coffee/tea maker. Additional amenities include free WiFi, free bottled water and an iron/ironing board. This holiday home offers 2 accommodations with washers/dryers and complimentary bottles of water. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)). Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and an iron/ironing board. Extra futon mattress (complimentary) are also available. Recreational amenities at the holiday home include a seasonal outdoor pool. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Fenced pool - Pool gate - Pool loungers - Pool umbrellas - Seasonal outdoor pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free uncovered self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Family friendly - Children's books - Children's games - Highchair - Pool gate - Travel cot ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Free extra futon - Pillow menu - Premium bedding ### Living spaces - Window screens ### Laundry - Laundry detergent - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Climate control - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Fee: USD 50 per accommodation per stay - Service animals exempt from fees - Off-leash area ### Suitability/Accessibility - No lift - Designated smoking areas ### Services and conveniences - Blackout drapes - Free bottled water - Iron/ironing board - Multilingual staff ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In the mountains ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - 2 units ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/22000000/21360000/21351100/21351004/05a016e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lovely cottage in West Asheville. 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Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: USD 400 per accommodation, per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay - Service animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts The seasonal pool will be open from 01 May to 31 August Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM ### Property is also known as Shepherd's Lodge Candler Shepherd's Lodge Private vacation home Shepherd's Lodge Private vacation home Candler ## About the area Located in Candler, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Biltmore Estate and Colonial Theater are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Pisgah View State Park and Cold Mountain Gameland. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Aston Park Tennis Center or The Orange Peel. [Visit our Candler travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Candler.dx86142) [View more Holiday homes in Candler](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Candler-Private-Holiday-Homes.d86142-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C35.52272%2C-82.70830&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=x-AvJhKjGtihQxHB7TslnZ0NhNc=) 40 Briggs Dr, Candler, NC, 28715 ### What's nearby - ![Asheville_Outlets_553248633861847606_06](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633861847606/a2670120-c2ac-4ded-a902-603ae79cbde5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Asheville Outlets 11 min drive \- 8.0 miles - ![One of my favorite places to chill out or go for a walk, bike ride, etc... Lovely!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6034866/6f27f750-ff38-43c8-9af6-edbe02f1b819.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) French Broad River 11 min drive \- 9.4 miles - ![Biltmore Estate which includes heritage elements and interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066187/59023bd5-6889-4cb3-9883-98f07e2c7403.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Biltmore Estate 15 min drive \- 11.8 miles - Bob Lewis Ballpark 9 min drive \- 6.2 miles - WNC Farmers Market 11 min drive \- 9.2 miles ### Getting around - Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) 26 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 9 min drive - Dunkin' 9 min drive - Starbucks 9 min drive - Sonic Drive-In 7 min drive - Cracker Barrel 9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Shepherd's Lodge have a pool? ### Is Shepherd's Lodge pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Shepherd's Lodge? ### What time is check-in at Shepherd's Lodge? ### What time is check-out at Shepherd's Lodge? ### Where is Shepherd's Lodge located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Shepherd's Lodge Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 7 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Amenities ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Connie 18 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The place was like new and the views are beautiful. The owners were very hospitable and welcoming. If I go back to the Candler area I would hope to stay here again. ##### Connie Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### kimberly 20 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication Property is beautiful, easy to access and wonderful views. Home.is too cute and wonderfully done inside. Property is clean and cozy. A place to just relax and unwind for our family. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/965245054E3B55E7826F22C09AB028BAEDB1F8D41737397771672.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### kimberly Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Shawna 16 Feb 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication This home was absolutely AMAZING! My son has committed to a.college here for football and we will be attempting to book here as much as possible! The view was wonderful as well! Our host was DELIGHTFUL and VERY HELPFUL!!!! ##### Shawna Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin 13 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication This property is perfect, I can only imagine how stunning it will be in October with fall colors ##### Kevin Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kevin 15 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication The property is just about perfect and I imagine in just a few weeks when fall rolls into the area, it will be spectacular. I lived and loved the colorado mountains for 25 yrs. I owned a mountain home right on the pudre river and this lodge is a woderful reminder of my life in Colorado. ##### Kevin Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hyatt Place Chapel Hill / Southern Village](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chapel-Hill-Hotels-Hyatt-Place-Chapel-Hill-Southern-Village.h16543920.Hotel-Information) > > [Baymont by Wyndham Mishawaka South Bend Area](https://www.expedia.co.uk/South-Bend-Hotels-Baymont-By-Wyndham-Mishawaka-South-Bend-Area.h1976.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Garden Inn Outer Banks/Kitty Hawk](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kitty-Hawk-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-Outer-BanksKitty-Hawk.h1445722.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salisbury by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Salisbury-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Suites-Salisbury.h14769213.Hotel-Information) > > [Asheville-Million Dollar Views, Hot Tub, Theatre Room, Billiards, Sleeps 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Asheville-Hotels-Asheville-Million-Dollar-Views.h33570667.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Grand Vacations Club Ocean Tower Waikoloa Village](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Waikoloa-Hotels-Ocean-Tower-By-Hilton-Grand-Vacations.h28763131.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Dakota](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Killdeer-Hotels-Hotel-Dakota.h9760278.Hotel-Information) > > [The Beacon](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Morehead-City-Hotels-Salter-Path-Inn.h10655047.Hotel-Information) > > [Folkestone Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cherokee-Hotels-Folkestone-Inn.h1551198.Hotel-Information) > > [Days Inn and Suites by Wyndham Oxford](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Henderson-Hotels-Days-Inn-And-Suites-By-Wyndham-Oxford.h15792345.Hotel-Information) > > [Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wilmington-Hotels-Blockade-Runner-Beach-Resort.h15691.Hotel-Information) > > [Riverside Log Cabins](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Boone-Hotels-Riverside-Log-Cabins.h22870419.Hotel-Information) > > [Harrah's Cherokee – A Caesars Rewards Destination](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cherokee-Hotels-Harrahs-Cherokee-Casino-Resort.h13319510.Hotel-Information) > > [Grafton Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Asheville-Hotels-Grafton-Lodge.h10489636.Hotel-Information) > > [Aspen Select](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Rochester-Hotels-Aspen-Select.h12245240.Hotel-Information) > > [Travelodge by Wyndham Winchester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Winchester-Hotels-Travelodge-By-Wyndham-Winchester.h9600.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express & Suites Price by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Price-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Suites-Price.h9253345.Hotel-Information) > > [Relaxing, Cozy, Beautiful 3 BR Log Cabin in Blowing Rock/Boone NC](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Boone-Hotels-Relaxing.h33311517.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Plymouth by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Plymouth-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Plymouth.h662090.Hotel-Information) > > [American Motel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hickory-Hotels-American-Motel.h15676263.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express & Suites Southport - Oak Island Area by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bolivia-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Suites-Southport-Oak-Island-Area.h8282528.Hotel-Information) > > [J House Greenwich](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stamford-Hotels-J-House-Greenwich.h8392.Hotel-Information) > > [Lighthouse View Oceanfront Lodging](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Buxton-Hotels-Lighthouse-View-Oceanfront-Lodging.h13278801.Hotel-Information) > > [Scandinavian Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sister-Bay-Hotels-Scandinavian-Lodge.h16603450.Hotel-Information) > > [Dogs Welcome Peaceful Point Eddington ME, Near Acadia National Park & Bar Harbor](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Eddington-Hotels-Dogs-Welcome-Peaceful-Point-Eddington-ME.h18979882.Hotel-Information) > > [The View Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kayenta-Hotels-The-View-Hotel.h59418009.Hotel-Information) > > [A View for Two: Tiny House with BIG VIEWS](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fleetwood-Hotels-A-View-For-Two-Tiny-House-With-BIG-Views.h46979075.Hotel-Information) > > [LOG CABIN + MOUNTAIN VIEWS! 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