Title: Backwoods Retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Backwoods Retreat Holiday home in Horse Shoe with private hot tub and kitchen ![Classic Cabin | 7 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101310000/101306900/101306893/543a69d9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Classic Cabin | 7 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101310000/101306900/101306893/c1dcc813.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![7 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101310000/101306900/101306893/f6d67319.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Classic Cabin | Private kitchen | Full-sized fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101310000/101306900/101306893/31041023.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101310000/101306900/101306893/14620e0b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Backwoods Retreat provides everything that you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 7 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 163000 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Parking included - Free WiFi ## 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. ### Backwoods Retreat Holiday home in Horse Shoe with private hot tub and kitchen This holiday home features free self-parking and free Wi-Fi in public areas. The holiday home boasts an outdoor private hot tub and offers free WiFi and a kitchen. For a bit of entertainment, a Smart TV comes with digital channels, and guests can also appreciate conveniences, such as 6 bathrooms and a sitting area. Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers outdoor private hot tubs and a hairdryer. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Kitchens offer full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)). 55-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels. The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Private outdoor hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Freezer - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Hob - Microwave - Mixer - Oven - Paper towels - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 7 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 6 private bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Separate sitting area ### Entertainment - 55-inch Smart TV with digital channels - Streaming services ### Outdoor areas - Deck/patio ### Laundry - Laundry detergent ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Hardwood flooring in room - No lift ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Mountain biking nearby ### 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) ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool, pool loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54530000/54524400/54524318/0fc978a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### SKYLARANNA Resort & Spa Hendersonville - Pool - Hot tub - Spa - Pet-friendly 8.2 Very good 323 reviews £105 includes taxes & fees 29 Sept - 30 Sept [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-09-29&endDate=2025-09-30&selected=54524318&PinnedHotelID=54524318&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3240000/3231200/3231166/42fbde12.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Sunset Motel Brevard - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.2 Wonderful 488 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=3231166&PinnedHotelID=3231166&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99580000/99574500/99574401/c9ea216d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pilot Cove Forest Lodging Pisgah Forest - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.8 Exceptional 46 reviews £169 includes taxes & fees 1 Oct - 2 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-01&endDate=2025-10-02&selected=99574401&PinnedHotelID=99574401&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Free buffet breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/43000000/42640000/42632800/42632724/a33c721e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holiday Inn Express Brevard City Center by IHG Brevard - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.2 Wonderful 565 reviews £97 includes taxes & fees 19 Oct - 20 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=42632724&PinnedHotelID=42632724&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/21000000/20160000/20154600/20154563/9a08ae16.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Hendersonville Flat Rock Flat Rock - Pool - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 643 reviews £108 includes taxes & fees 5 Oct - 6 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=20154563&PinnedHotelID=20154563&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116110000/116109100/116109059/9659e7f1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 1 Mi to Pisgah Natl Forest: Wooded Haven w/ Deck Pisgah Forest - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=116109059&PinnedHotelID=116109059&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9030000/9023500/9023465/45dba9b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Courtyard by Marriott Asheville Airport Arden - Pool - Free airport shuttle - Kids pool - Parking included 9.2 Wonderful 610 reviews £94 includes taxes & fees 26 Oct - 27 Oct [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-26&endDate=2025-10-27&selected=9023465&PinnedHotelID=9023465&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Cottage (2 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115210000/115205000/115204903/812124e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### On Farm: Charming Hendersonville Retreat! 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Cots (infant beds) are not available ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A damage deposit of USD 500 will be collected before check-in. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted 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 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts ### Property is also known as Backwoods Retreat Horse Shoe Backwoods Retreat Private vacation home Backwoods Retreat Private vacation home Horse Shoe ## About the area ![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%7C35.35009%2C-82.57831&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=-XeS8DyFEwgT7L_-aW2VoDMgE60=) 241 Ray Hill Rd, Horse Shoe, NC, 28759 #### What's nearby - Cummings Cove Golf and Country Club - 9 min drive - 5.4 miles - Elijah Mountain Gem Mine - 10 min drive - 5.6 miles - Jump Off Rock - 12 min drive - 5.9 miles - Sierra Nevada Brewing Company - 14 min drive - 7.9 miles - Moonshine Mountain Snow Tubing Park - 16 min drive - 8.2 miles #### Getting around - Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 15 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive - ‪Mills River Brewi - ‬10 min drive - ‪China Dynasty - ‬6 min drive - ‪Blue Ridge Pizza Company - ‬8 min drive - ‪Root And Bone - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Backwoods Retreat pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Backwoods Retreat? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Backwoods Retreat? > Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at Backwoods Retreat? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Backwoods Retreat located? > Situated in Horse Shoe, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.7 km) from French Broad River and within 6 miles (10 km) of Etowah Park and Elijah Mountain Gem Mine. Pisgah National Forest and Etowah Valley Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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