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The Adventure Begins at the Trail Head Lodge....

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The THL Front View to the Horizon
Exterior Look of the Trail Head Lodge--not the private downstairs entry
The THL Great Room is Pet Friendly and so is Wolf Laurel. Leashes required.
Living area
THL Sunsets...did we mention we are IN the BLUE RIDGE mountains!

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
AU$403
avg per night

Explore the area

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Mars Hill, NC
  • Place, Hatley Pointe Ski Resort
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Place, Biltmore Estate
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Balcony
Dining area
The current price is AU$403
avg per night

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About the area

Mars Hill

Located in Wolf Laurel, a neighbourhood in Mars Hill, this lodge is in a rural area and next to a golf course. Hatley Pointe Ski Resort and Reems Creek Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lamar Alexander Rocky Fork State Park and Pisgah National Forest. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Hatley Pointe Ski Resort - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 37 min drive - 55.2 km
  • The Orange Peel - 37 min drive - 55.9 km
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance - 42 min drive - 62.9 km
  • Biltmore Estate - 43 min drive - 62.5 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Creek Cafe - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Smoke & Timber - ‬4 min drive
  • Fannie Farkles
  • ‪Bennett's Pit Bar-B-Que - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Mountaintop Grill - ‬10 min drive

About this property

The Adventure Begins at the Trail Head Lodge....

Hi, the Trailhead Lodge is a pet friendly full service lodge with on-site innkeeper support and service amenities. Our property provides a rejuvenating experience for families, friends and solo travelers alike. The Lodge is part of the Wolf Laurel community and is close to high adventure water rafting (CL III/IV), zip lines, French Broad and Nolichucky River floats and Asheville’s markets and meals! We have space and grace so come enjoy our views and hospitality.

We have 2 private rooms that share a common bathroom and a semi-private room that adjoins the bunk room/rec room basement. The basement bunk room has a separate bathroom.

Our innkeeper support gives you tidy services and laundry support so you can totally focus on your planned activities, rest and relaxation. Logistics on the mountain are localized and take additional time. We give you that time back or assist you with day - day prep. We assist with meals so you can leave early and come back to a ready feast from zip line adventure or hiking. We also provide tea and coffee service all day for those that want to Lounge at the Lodge.

Our innkeeper maintains a fully separate suite that adjoins the laundry, kitchen and cleaning area to maintain prep and services for your visit. You will love letting us host your visit.

Amenities

Pool
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Laundry

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
No aggressive breeds. (List defined). Leash/muzzle
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Wolf Laurel is a high wind wooded environment…in keeping with community policy no open fires of any kind are allowed.
Wolf Laurel is a deed and covenant protected community--No motorcycles, ATV, Side-by-sides, golf carts are allowed.
WL is Gated and Security Patrolled. Guests must provide a valid Driver's License and separate self-portrait for the WL Security Data Base.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

Frequently asked questions

Does The Adventure Begins at the Trail Head Lodge.... have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at The Adventure Begins at the Trail Head Lodge....?

As of 25 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Adventure Begins at the Trail Head Lodge.... on 27 Mar 2026 start from AU$403, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is The Adventure Begins at the Trail Head Lodge.... pet-friendly?

Yes, The Adventure Begins at the Trail Head Lodge.... allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The Adventure Begins at the Trail Head Lodge....?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Adventure Begins at the Trail Head Lodge....?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Adventure Begins at the Trail Head Lodge....?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Adventure Begins at the Trail Head Lodge.... located?

Located in the mountains, this Wolf Laurel lodge offering ski-in/ski-out access is 2.1 mi (3.5 km) from Pisgah National Forest and within 6 mi (10 km) of Hatley Pointe Ski Resort and Big Bald. Sams Gap and Lamar Alexander Rocky Fork State Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).

The Adventure Begins at the Trail Head Lodge.... Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 5 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Check-in

8.4/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

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

Great visit!

Our family of 6 had a great time at this property. The location was beautiful and the home was spacious and fit our needs perfectly. My kids were able to ride the ski lift up and walk right to the house when they were done skiing. Doug was a great host and we would love to stay at this property again!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet F.

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

Family Gathering

While the occasion to visit this property was to bury a loved one; it brought the 10-ten of us from five different states together. The property was the perfect oasis for hanging out, talking, laughing, playing games and soaking in the views. Doug was wonderful with communicating and understanding our needs, and answering questions in real time during the trip. The house was fully furnished with everything needed; fully stocked kitchen, laundry, family gaming area, deck with views and great outdoor furniture. I would definitely return, hopefully under better circumstances, and would highly recommend for your travel and vacation needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn w.

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

Mountain fun

We had a wonderful stay at this property. The views are amazing. The nice wood-burning fireplace in the Big Ten was so relaxing. Great place for children to play and have fun while adults relax upstairs .
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
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2/10 Terrible

Janet H.

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

Awful Thanksgiving Getaway

We arrived (3 ladies) on 11/23. We were expecting to stay for 5 nights. We left 2 days early due to several issues: - No heat on the lower level where bedroom 3, bathroom 2, and the game room were located. It was ~55 during the day and much colder at night - No TV due to weak WIFI signal and no cable. - Coffee-maker that didn't work - Alarm that went off every time a door opened 24/7(there were 4 patio doors) - Chimes that went off on the hour and 1/2 hour - Could not sleep on the couch due to all the racket and the loud trumpet of reveille that went off early in the morning - There was a large load of towels in the wash machine left from the previous renters (all wet so we had to dry, and fold them) - Pet stains in the primary bedroom that had not been cleaned up - No way to lock up while we were out since we were not provided any keys so our valuables were not secure We contacted the owner via text and phone on Tuesday 11/23 to alert him about the heat, TV, the lights that didn't work on the lower level. At that time he said to me that maybe we should go somewhere else and that he would give us our money back. However, he texted back that he was having someone come out on Wednesday to address the issues. I texted the owner on Wednesday AM to tell him that the coffee maker didn't work. The handyman showed up mid-day and he tried to fix the issues including the heat. All that he could fix were the lights since a circuit breaker on the panel in the garage had tripped. He said that what was need for the TV was a WIFI booster and batteries for the remotes. He'd talk to the owner about getting someone to fix the furnace downstairs or get us an auxiliary heater, find out how to get the coffeemaker working, and see if the owner could call the alarm company to stop all the alarms, chimes and reveille. The handyman was going to come back later that day so we took our dogs with us and left for the afternoon. No one came and that is the last we have heard from the handyman or the owner. We have called, texted, and emailed the owner who just ignores us. We traveled many hours to meet and enjoy our time together as we only visit one or two times a year. However, because this experience was so unpleasant, we left 2 days earlier than anticipated, we each returned home. I texted the owner advising that we were leaving Friday. We pulled sheets and towels, cleaned the Kitchen & dishes and consolidated the trash. I emailed the owner summarizing the issues.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cadman K.

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

Great experience in a beautiful place.

This was just the kind of experience my friends and I were looking for. Quite secluded with amazing views and quick access to hiking. Had an issue with a malfunctioning refrigerator and the owner was on it instantly and got it fixed. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021