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17 Acre Private Horse Farm~Fireplace~Hot Tub~Quiet~Secluded

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61200 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Arden, NC
  • Biltmore Park Town Square
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Sierra Nevada Brewing Company
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Biltmore Estate
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

17 Acre Private Horse Farm~Fireplace~Hot Tub~Quiet~Secluded

A Cottage at Willow Pond Stables awaits you in a tranquil setting on a 17 acre farm where you can rest, relax and enjoy the majestic beauty of horses just out the front door. Also tour Asheville, Biltmore Estate, Hendersonville, Black Mountain, and experience all the activities and scenery Western North Carolina has to offer. Have lunch at the Picnic Table, relax in the 6 person hot tub, swing in the hammock under a shade tree, watch the water rippling on the pond while sitting in Gazebo, observe horses grazing....That’s right….you will experience nature from the leisure of this cozy cottage. Bring your fishing pole and try your luck at catching a fish. Pamper yourself in the privacy of this fully furnished 2 bedroom, 2 full bathrooms cottage with one level living space of 1200 sq. foot. Comfortable & luxurious king and queen beds await you dressed with fine linens. Throw something on the BBQ grill, take advantage of your fully equipped kitchen for those home cooked meals or take a 5 minute drive to the areas many restaurants and Movie Theater! Your kitchen includes a refrigerator with ice maker, electric cook-top with oven, dishwasher, microwave, coffee pot, toaster oven and all the cooking utensils you may desire. Be mesmerized by the crackling of your wood burning fireplace. Just relax ….listen to your favorite tunes or enjoy a game or puzzle on your warm hardwood floors. When all is quiet grab a book and head to the rocking chairs on your covered front porch & enjoy the sunrise or set. Don’t forget to look up every now and then to enjoy the horses romping in the distance. Conveniently located: 2 miles from I-26 Exit 37 at Biltmore Park~6 miles from I-40~ 4 miles to the Asheville Airport & WNC Agriculture Center~12 minutes to Biltmore Estate~15 minutes to downtown Asheville & Hendersonville Keywords: Cottage, one level, 2 Bedroomm 2 Bath, Covered Porch, Enclosed Porch

Property manager

Terri
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot Tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Responsible children are welcome
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Arden

Located in Arden, this cottage is in a rural area and on the waterfront. North Carolina Arboretum and Stream Garden are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Asheville Outlets and Biltmore Park Town Square. Ready for a night out? Consider The Orange Peel and Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Arden, NC

What's nearby

  • Biltmore Park Town Square - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Asheville Outlets - 10 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Sierra Nevada Brewing Company - 10 min drive - 8.4 km
  • North Carolina Arboretum - 15 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Biltmore Estate - 28 min drive - 21.0 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sierra Nevada Brewing Co - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ivory Road Cafe & Kitchen - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 17 Acre Private Horse Farm~Fireplace~Hot Tub~Quiet~Secluded pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 17 Acre Private Horse Farm~Fireplace~Hot Tub~Quiet~Secluded?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 17 Acre Private Horse Farm~Fireplace~Hot Tub~Quiet~Secluded?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 17 Acre Private Horse Farm~Fireplace~Hot Tub~Quiet~Secluded located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of French Broad River, Pisgah National Forest, and Biltmore Park Town Square. Regal Biltmore Grande is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 339 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

kathy r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfy with a great view

This property had everything we needed! Great location amidst the growing area! Quite and restful but still within short rides to every where
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Much needed Respite.

Absolutely beautiful to wake up to birds chirping and horses in the pasture. Fishing and laughing with my husband was great. Rhis place gave us calm and relaxation. The hot tub was a great addition.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful & Peaceful cottage living!

What a beautiful cottage, felt just like home from the moment we walked in the door. Pretty fresh flowers greeted us on the kitchen table. 2 very large size bedrooms & baths...perfectly sized for our stay it was myself, my fiancée & his parents. If you love quiet & tranquil space THIS is the place!! No hustle of a busy hotel...Loved looking out the window at the horses, unfortunately it rained most of the weekend so we couldn't experience too much outdoors BUT definitely plan on a Summer weekend trip & will book here again! Five stars!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leela S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

"Cottage Bliss: A Cozy Escape"

Dear Terri,Thank you so much for a truly wonderful stay at your charming cottage! From the moment we arrived, we felt right at home. Your cozy kitchen was the heart of our days, and we loved preparing hot meals together as a family. The fireplace added a magical touch, making our evenings warm and inviting.Our daughter had such a delightful time with the horses! She was over the moon to spend time with them, and it made our visit even more special. We feel so grateful for your warm hospitality and how responsive you were to all our needs. You really went above and beyond to ensure our comfort.As a small thank you, my daughter decided to bake some ricotta cookies for you. We hope you enjoyed them as much as we loved making them! The reindeer cookies were delicious. This stay has brought us so much happiness, and we will cherish the memories we've created here. We look forward to returning in the future!Warm regards,The Marrero Family
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Drew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Getaway!

We had a wonderful time at the cottage in Arden! It is a peaceful location with beautiful views. Thank you for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

So peaceful

We always enjoy our stay at the horse farm. Sitting in the hot tub watching the horses or the night sky is the perfect way to end a day. The fresh eggs are a nice touch.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing location!!

We came down from Ohio to help with hurricane relief and visit with our children who live here. This was the perfect location and had everything we needed. Great place to unwind and relax after helping. Property is beautiful and peaceful. House is very clean and cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

We visit Asheville every year at some point. This has been our favorite place to stay. We decided we will only stay here in our future visits. It is so quiet and peaceful. If you are looking for a place to relax this is the place. There was not a thing my husband or I could say needs to be improved or that we wish they had. The hosts are extremely thoughtful with their starter kit for coffee and fresh farm eggs. The kitchen is well stocked for cooking. We were able to see the horses, fawn and a doe. Go for a walk around the pond. We just Love this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

The B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Relaxing long weekend

Very nice and relaxing stay at the cottage for a long weekend with friends. Kitchen had all that we needed to make a simple breakfast or a larger dinner. It was nice to start the morning with a bit of time in the hot tub and again at the end of the day.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob & Cindy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing at Willow Pond Stables

Peaceful, relaxing stay at Willow Pond Stables. Terri was a gracious host and we thoroughly enjoyed her sharing her beautiful property with us.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

lou m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sister trip

Didn’t spend a lot of time at the property, but when we did it was nice and relaxing! Hot tub felt great after a day of walking around the Biltmore, and the horses and wildlife were so enjoyable. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sherry T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serene location

Beautiful setting, quiet, clean comfortable house, close to everything. We enjoyed our two night stay at Willow Pond Farms.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nina R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing cabin

Great little house on a beautiful and quiet property, clean and well kept!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jerame T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely tranquil stay

We loved our stay here! Beautiful surroundings, and I enjoyed watching the horses. Hosts have done a fabulous job providing everything needed in the cottage. The bed was amazingly comfortable. Best sleep we've had in ages! Between that and the hot tub, our backs feel fantastic. Looking forward to staying here again next time we're in the Asheville area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfection

This place
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Family Vacation

The property was absolutely gorgeous. Was so nice to wake up and see the horses in the pasture. Family enjoyed fishing at the farm pond each day. It was awesome to feel so secluded at the property, but be only a short drive from downtown or other shops and restaurants. The house itself was beautiful and we loved everything about it. Would absolutely look to book again when visiting the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Virginia L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquility!

We hope to stay here again next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Simply delightful!

We really enjoyed our stay. The horses came to greet us upon our arrival. The home was perfect; clean, comfortable beds, stocked kitchen amenities. Beautiful, serene away from it all and still close to shopping and eateries. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls’ weekend at Biltmore

The house was perfect for us to get away and enjoy hanging out. Easy access to restaurants when we wanted to go out. Full kitchen for when we cooked and stayed in. It sits away from any neighbors but is close enough to Biltmore. The house was clean and well cared for.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Property

If you're looking for a place to relax and feel semi-secluded, this is great! The farm feel with horses, barn and pasture that are close enough to enjoy made this a fun and relaxing get-away.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abby E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful

We absolutely loved this property and would definitely return to it.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Family Stay

The property was very quaint, quiet, and just as advertised. The little ones loved seeing the horses each morning, and taking little walks around the farm. It was a nice stay and everything we needed to be comfortable was provided for. The location is great, not too far from all the parks and trails or the city. Getting around was very easy to and from the farm. Totally enjoyed it and made our spring break getaway memorable!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing in every way!

Terri was super nice and we loved hearing the family history of the property! We loved seeing the horses, goats and chickens... We will definitely book again and we wished we lived there full time!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy S., Oakland

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick Family Trip

Perfect home base for our Sierra Nevada/Smoky Mountain National Park adventure. Feels secluded but close to amenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linzi H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful relaxing property

We had such a lovely time! We primarily used this as our base for exploring the area but the house was cozy and comfortable. It was chilly when we visited so we didn't use any of the outdoor facilities but it was beautiful!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

About the host

Hosted by Terri

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Growing up on the original 103 acre farm, Terri has a true passion for what she and her husband of 35 years have ventured into.  Though the farm has dwindled in size, Clay and Terri Vick still maintain and operate 17 acres as a horse boarding facility, keeping their own horses as well.  Realizing horses were going to be a huge part of our lives we created Willow Pond Stables 28 years ago.  Now we are excited to offer A Cottage at Willow Pond for others to share our joy in this wonderful place we live.

Why they chose this property

The house has been part of the family for 50 + years.  Terri's grandfather raised a large family on this farm.  It was his wish to continue to have horses and family here.  He would be pleased to know people can come enjoy what he started.

What makes this property unique

Off the beaten path, yet so close to all conveniences.  Nestled in a beautiful valley, horses all around the property.  Enjoy nature at its finest, fox, deer, frogs, fish, and occasionally a duck in the pond.  Sounds of horses grazing just outside the front door.  Goats, cat, chickens, miniature horse, and donkeys are on the property too! Only 5 minutes to restaurants, gas, movies, grocery and shopping.

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English

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