By the Creek | Private 3-Bedroom Creekside Cottage Near Brevard

Lake Toxaway, North Carolina
$320 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Slow down and reconnect with nature at By the Creek, a private mountain cottage surrounded by approximately 1,000 feet of flowing stream. Located about an hour from Asheville, this peaceful 3-bedroom retreat offers two covered decks, two comfortable living areas, a gas fireplace, games, and plenty of space for families or friends to unwind together. Open the doors to the sound of the creek, settle into a rocking chair, and enjoy a quieter side of Western North Carolina.

Perfect For
Families seeking a private mountain cottage near Asheville, Couples and friends planning a peaceful Western North Carolina getaway
Nature lovers searching for a creekside vacation rental, Guests who value privacy, outdoor living, and soothing natural surroundings, Travelers who want a quiet retreat within driving distance of Asheville, Small groups looking for a 3-bedroom mountain cabin with two living areas

What You'll Love
• ​​​​​​​ Approximately 1,000 feet of stream flowing alongside the property
• ​​​​​​​ Two covered decks overlooking the creek
• ​​​​​​​ Private and tranquil mountain setting
• ​​​​​​​ Gas fireplace for cozy evenings
• ​​​​​​​ Two separate living areas for relaxing and entertaining
• ​​​​​​​ Smart TVs, games, books, and a unique foosball coffee table
• ​​​​​​​ Updated kitchen and open gathering spaces
• ​​​​​​​ Direct deck access from the main bedroom
• ​​​​​​​ Rocking chairs, a porch swing, and outdoor dining

Home Features
3 Bedrooms | Sleeps in Beds: 5 | Maximum Occupancy: 6
• ​​​​​​​ Updated kitchen for preparing meals at home
• ​​​​​​​ Open main living room with a gas fireplace and Smart TV
• ​​​​​​​ Lower-level den with a gas stove and Smart TV
• ​​​​​​​ Foosball coffee table
• ​​​​​​​ Board games and books
• ​​​​​​​ Entry to the home is through the lower level

Main Bedroom: Large walk-in closet and direct access to the upper deck
Bedroom 2, Lower Level: Queen bed
Bedroom 3, Lower Level: Full bed

Outdoor Features
• ​​​​​​​ Approximately 1,000 feet of private creek frontage
• ​​​​​​​ Upper covered deck with outdoor dining and comfortable seating
• ​​​​​​​ Lower covered deck with rocking chairs and a porch swing
• ​​​​​​​ Electric grill
• ​​​​​​​ Peaceful wooded surroundings
• ​​​​​​​ Multiple places to relax while listening to the stream

Practical Details
• ​​​​​​​ Internet speed: approximately 7 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload
• ​​​​​​​ Internet service is best suited for basic browsing and streaming and may not support multiple high-demand devices
• ​​​​​​​ Each TV provides streaming capabilities only; guests must log in using their own streaming accounts
• ​​​​​​​ Cell service is limited, so guests should enable Wi-Fi calling before arrival
• ​​​​​​​ Firewood is not provided; guests must bring their own wood
• ​​​​​​​ Roads leading to the home are paved but narrow and curvy in places
• ​​​​​​​ Four-wheel drive is required during winter weather
• ​​​​​​​ Entry to the home is through the lower level
• ​​​​​​​ An exterior security camera overlooks the driveway
• ​​​​​​​ The home is approximately one hour from Asheville, so a vehicle is necessary
• ​​​​​​​ Linens & towels provided (one set per guest)
• ​​​​​​​ Easy self check-in for a smooth arrival
• ​​​​​​​ Minimum booking age: the reserving guest must be 25+
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📍Location Highlights
Lake Toxaway, NC
3 minutes → Lake Toxaway
10 minutes → Dismal Falls Trailhead
15 minutes → Gorges State Park
20 minutes → Sapphire, NC
25 minutes → Brevard, NC
50 minutes → Asheville Regional Airport
1 hour → Asheville: Explore & the Biltmore Estate
Blue Ridge Mountains: Enjoy scenic drives, hiking, waterfalls, and outdoor adventures throughout Western North Carolina

Extras with Yonder
* Discounted Biltmore tickets: after booking, you'll receive a guest-only code for ticket savings
* Yonder Experience Program: optional discounts on curated adventures (fly fishing, waterfall hikes, in-home chef dinners, yoga, art workshops, and more)

Professionally managed by Yonder, our local team is dedicated to delivering a smooth, high-quality guest experience from booking through check-out, with thoughtful care and consistent support every step of the way. Our Guest Experience Team is available every day of the year from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM by phone, text, message, or email, with emergency support available overnight.

⭐ Yonder Policies & Information

Cleaning Fee & Clean Guarantee
Yonder is committed to full transparency. All cleaning fees are clearly disclosed and backed by our **100% Clean Guarantee**. Reach out to our Guest Experience Team for further details.

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
Many of our guests have allergies, so we have maintained a pet-free environment so they can enjoy their vacation without the potential of an allergic reaction. If you have a pet, we are happy to recommend some alternatives nearby in our 'Pet Friendly Home' collection.

Quiet Policy
This home is located in a peaceful, private mountain community. To preserve the relaxing setting for everyone, please keep noise to a respectful level at all times. Parties and disruptive behavior aren't permitted, and we kindly ask that you be mindful of neighbors and quiet hours starting at 10pm.

Extended Stays
Reservations of 30+ days are subject to additional review. Stays exceeding 90 days require a separate 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 5 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.

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1486 Sq Ft (138 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shower Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Cycling Nearby Ecotours Nearby Fishing Nearby Kayaking Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Water Tubing Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Foosball Table Games Video Library Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The Mountains Near A Hospital On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Concierge Services Housekeeping (on Request) Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Justin K.

    Submitted Jun 19, 2026

    Stayed Jun 15, 2026

    The location was perfect. We absolutely loved the sound of the creek running and spending time out on the decks. There isn’t air conditioning on the lower level, nor in the bedroom upstairs, just a unit in the living room and doesn’t quite cover the upstairs. The beds are not comfortable as a whole. The heat turned on in the middle of the night up to 75 degrees even though it was set on 62. Overarching, not as relaxing of a trip as we wanted.

  • Ann S.

    Submitted Oct 16, 2025

    Stayed Oct 13, 2025

    Very private area.

  • Elliott A.

    Submitted Sep 12, 2025

    Stayed Aug 29, 2025

    Awesome property with plenty of room and secluded. Nature trail out front door that leads to spillway from nearby lake. Kids had a great time playing in creek! Would definitely book again.

  • Anne R.

    Submitted Jul 22, 2025

    Stayed Jul 15, 2025

    The house is in a truly beautiful spot and the grounds are really well maintained so you can easily explore the creek. The driveway is not difficult to get in and out of and the roads around are easy to navigate. Loved spending time in nearby Brevard and nearby parks. Other reviews have mentioned that having only one AC in the main living area was inconvenient, but we were there in the dead of summer and we were never uncomfortable. Granted, temps were in the high 80s in the day and 70s at night, but each room had a fan and it seemed like the cool air circulated easily. Porches are fantastic. Plenty of toiletries, dish soap, towels - everything you might need. Only issue, and it's a big one, is that the dishwasher doesn't work. I reported it after our stay (didn't want the hassle of dealing with a repairman in our limited time), so I can't say if it's been fixed or not. I would inquire before booking. In addition to having to hand wash all our dishes while there, I noticed that this had clearly been an issue for some time, as all the dishes in the cabinet were filthy, and had clearly been put away after running through the worthless dishwasher. So that was a big bummer. Also, the coffee maker that was out for use is broken (loose parts sitting beside it), but there was an extra in the closet. If not for the disgusting dishes, this would be five stars. So if you're considering booking, just ask ahead of time.

  • John H.

    Submitted Jul 19, 2025

    Stayed Jul 11, 2025

    House was perfect…very clean, well appointed and great location.

  • Kathleen M.

    Submitted Jun 10, 2025

    Stayed Jun 1, 2025

    We enjoyed the house but wouldn't recommend it for older guest. We found it difficult because of the stairs & I could not go to the burn pit due to uneven rocks forsteps. Lovely place just not for us due to our older age.

  • April S.

    Submitted Apr 20, 2025

    Stayed Apr 16, 2025

    This property is absolutely beautiful! Our family of 4 had a great time, this is by far one of the best places i have ever rented out. There was plenty to do and lots of room to move around! We all absolutely loved it and hated to leave.

  • Greta E.

    Submitted Apr 6, 2025

    Stayed Mar 29, 2025

    We loved the creek and quite area. The cabin is very well supplied, neat and clean. The area is wonderful! Plenty of outside eventutures, restaurants, shopping, museums, waterfalls, nature. And the people are great! The Yonder team was always helpful and kind.

  • Tess A.

    Submitted Dec 21, 2024

    Stayed Dec 15, 2024

    We stayed here for a week before Christmas. Very convenient for our Waterfall hikes. Excellent place. Quiet and lovely on the creek. This house had everything we needed.

  • MEAGAN C.

    Submitted Aug 17, 2024

    Stayed Jul 22, 2024

    Our family of 4 stayed here as a last minute get away in July before school started back up in August. The location is quiet and private. The kids enjoyed the stream, sadly we couldn’t enjoy a fire as it rained almost every day we were there and getting a fire started the 2 nights we could just didn’t happen. The house is stocked with everything you need. One thing to definitely know that we were not aware of is that the only a/c is a mini split in the living room area. The downstairs (2 bedrooms) and upstairs bedrooms do not have a/c. There were floor fans provided in the closets we used, but we are a family that loves it super cold at night so that was a bummer for us. Other than that we had zero complaints and enjoyed our getaway. Thank you for sharing your home with us!

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Includes taxes and fees
$320+
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