Title: Best of both worlds! Surrounded by nature and still close to town, pet-friendly Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=102848275&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Best of both worlds! Surrounded by nature and still close to town, pet-friendly Holiday home in Swannanoa with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Best of both worlds! Surrounded by nature and still close to town, pet-friendly ![Property grounds - Best of both worlds! Surrounded by nature and still close to town, pet-friendly (Swannanoa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102850000/102848300/102848275/350184d8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Best of both worlds! 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Surrounded by nature and still close to town, pet-friendly (Swannanoa)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102850000/102848300/102848275/w506h683x259y0-6ef49877.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Solitude Ridge is the ultimate mountain retreat, nestled amidst authentic Appalachia's natural beauty. Unwind on the private deck with a grill, or cozy up by the gas fireplace with board games and a Roku stick. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71400 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space £232 includes taxes & fees 6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026 ## 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. ### Best of both worlds! Surrounded by nature and still close to town, pet-friendly Solitude Ridge, the name says it all. In 15 minutes you can rideshare to vibrant downtown Asheville with some of the country's best breweries. Afterwards, you can grill and relax on your completely private deck. After quiet morning coffee in a rocking chair on the front porch, you could wander into the wild forest before grabbing breakfast in Black Mountain 10 minutes away. This simple home is the perfect place for your party of 7 to relax and enjoy the natural beauty of authentic Appalachia. About the Space Ample comfortable outdoor seating and plenty of space to lounge around, do yoga, and read a good book. Board games, books and Roku sticks to enjoy by the gas fireplace and a fully equipped workspace for those who need to take care of business. Guest access You'll have the whole house and backyard, as well as walking access (up the steep and wild mountain) to our little flat spot with a view at the top of our two acres. Of Note: The steep, paved driveway can add an exciting element for those who enjoy solitude in nature! Unfortunately it cannot accommodate guests with RVs or large trailers. There are stairs inside the home that are not suitable for young children, as they have a railing that children could easily climb through. We do not recommend that families with toddlers book our property. Thank you for understanding. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Computer monitor - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Up to 23 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift (single-level property) - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Change of bedsheets (on request) - Change of towels on request - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In the mountains - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo ### Things to do - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Kayaking nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sledding nearby - Swimming 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 - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bed sheets changed on request - Bicycle parking - Bicycle storage - Comprehensive recycling policy - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Eco-friendly toiletries - Garden - No plastic coffee stirrers - No plastic drinking straws - No plastic soft drink bottles - No plastic water bottles - Reusable coffee/tea filters - Reusable cups - Reusable tableware - Towels (changed on request) - Unit size: 1,400 square feet - Water-efficient toilets ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99560000/99559200/99559174/11457f8a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful Cozy Immaculate cottage Fairview - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 10 Exceptional 34 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-04&endDate=2026-01-05&selected=99559174&PinnedHotelID=99559174&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27130000/27129500/27129425/0a165c57.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private, Dog-Friendly Asheville APT. 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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, 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 Long-term renters welcome This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products 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 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 ## 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%7C35.58549%2C-82.41533&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=0ndR_nBW3E3Echi03F5giORQdK0=) Swannanoa, NC #### What's nearby - Highland Brewing Company \- 6 min drive \- 5.9 miles - Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center \- 7 min drive \- 5.7 miles - Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance \- 7 min drive \- 6.3 miles - Blue Ridge National Heritage Area \- 7 min drive \- 6.1 miles - Western North Carolina Nature Center \- 7 min drive \- 5.9 miles #### Getting around - Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 34 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Dunkin' - ‬6 min drive - ‪La Bamba Burrito Express - ‬6 min drive - ‪Thirteen Pennies Cafe - ‬11 min drive - ‪Burger King - ‬6 min drive - ‪Short Sleeves Coffee - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Best of both worlds! 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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 6 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.2 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Belissa W. 25 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Weekend stay The house was great for our weekend stay. It was a great place to relax and unwind. ##### Belissa W. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brittany K. 29 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cozy and peaceful The house was cozy, comfortable, and conveniently located. Surrounded by peaceful forest, it's a great place to unwind. The owner made check-in and check-out easy. We had a great time and would visit again! ##### Brittany K. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### George P. 19 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Convenient location, nice outdoor space The place is comfortable with 3 bedrooms and a large amount of decking outside to enjoy nature. Views are obscured by the trees in summer, I suspect Fall and Winter you can more clearly see mountains. The location is quick access to Swannanoa as well as I-40 to get to Black Mountain or Asheville. The owner was very responsive to questions and we will definitely plan to stay here again. ##### George P. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amber M. 15 Sept 2024 ##### Amber M. Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024 ---