Lodge at Shady Branch

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A log cabin interior with a stone fireplace, wooden beams, a chandelier, and a cozy seating area.
A log cabin with a large porch, multiple chimneys, and a well-maintained front yard.
A log cabin interior with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining area.
A view from a balcony with a wooden railing, overlooking a dense forest and distant mountains under a cloudy sky.
A log cabin kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stone island, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Barbecue
  • Internet access
  • Air-conditioning
  • Washer/dryer
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Hendersonville, NC
  • Place, French Broad River
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Moonshine Mountain Snow Tubing Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Cummings Cove Golf and Country Club
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Guest bedroom 2 downstairs

1 King Bed

Guest bedroom 3 downstairs

1 Queen Bed

Primary bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest Bath downstairs

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

On main level

Toilet

Primary bath

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining area

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About the area

Hendersonville

Located in Rambling Ridge, a neighbourhood in Hendersonville, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Oakdale Cemetery and Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site are local landmarks, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Blue Ridge Mall and Southridge Shopping Center. Travelling with kids? Consider Elijah Mountain Gem Mine and Team ECCO Ocean Center and Aquarium. Water tubing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing and ecotours nearby.
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Hendersonville, NC

What's nearby

  • French Broad River - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Moonshine Mountain Snow Tubing Park - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Cummings Cove Golf and Country Club - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Etowah Park - 8 min drive - 7.6 km
  • Jump Off Rock - 11 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hustle Wing Co. - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Blue Ridge Beer Garden - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪The Salty Landing - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Dry Falls Brewing Co. - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Blue Ridge Pizza Company - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lodge at Shady Branch pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lodge at Shady Branch?

As of 9 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lodge at Shady Branch on 10 Nov 2026 start from AU$2,291, 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.

How much is parking at Lodge at Shady Branch?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lodge at Shady Branch?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lodge at Shady Branch?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lodge at Shady Branch located?

This family-friendly Hendersonville holiday home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Moonshine Mountain Snow Tubing Park and French Broad River. Elijah Mountain Gem Mine and Team ECCO Ocean Center and Aquarium are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 20 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Beautiful Mountain View’s and sunsets!

Great place for a family get together
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2023
Sondra, thank you for your wonderful review on your recent stay.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was beautiful! The home was spacious, with room for everyone to have their own space, or gather together for meals. The view was amazing no matter what time of day, and the stars especially bright due to no light pollution. For a group of 7, the kitchen was very well appointed, and we had everything we needed for our weeklong stay. I would highly recommend.Karen
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Mountain Log Home

One of the best houses we've rented - well equipped, nicely furnished, nice view.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2022
John, Thank you for your review on your experience at Lodge at Shady Branch in May! We welcome you back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family vacation

We had a wonderful time. The house was Beautiful
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2022
Robert, Thank you for your review on your July stay at Lodge at Shady Branch! Future guests will appreciate knowing more about this beautiful vacation home.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Ponderosa

Our family thoroughly enjoyed the Lodge at Shady Branch. A neighbor we encountered on a walk referred to it as the "Ponderosa," hence the title above. Spacious layout, wonderful amenities, spectacular view and sparkling clean all apply. One of our top vacation locations ever! We look forward to returning!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2022
James, Thank you for your wonderful review on your Summer getaway stay at Lodge at Shady Branch! Future guests will appreciate knowing more about the beautiful cabin- maybe we will re-name it Ponderosa!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a very enjoyable stay at this property. The house has plenty of room and was clean and comfortable. The kitchen was awesome and well stocked. The views off the back deck were amazing! Misty mountains in the mornings and beautiful sunsets in the evenings. We did a couple of great hikes in the Pisgah National Forest and walked the new Ecusta Trail also. And we visited Biltmore in Asheville which was very memorable. This property is great but it takes time getting to and from it up in the mountains so you'll want to plan your days and activities accordingly. All in all we loved our stay here and would highly recommend it!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic Property

This house is exactly as advertised. Great view of the mountains from the back of the house. You can see why they call them the "smokey mountains" every day. Everything in the house was functional and top of the line. The kitchen had more gear than i have ever seen before in a rental home (sharp knives(!), cuisinart food processor, kitchen aid stand mixer, every pot/pan/baking sheet made), BBQ grill, outdoor fire pit with wood, drinks refrigerator in garage, chromecast on the tv...I cannot stress enough how tricked out this house was with everything in working order. Julie is a great property manager and makes you feel if there is a problem, she will fix it (there wasn't). One thing to note: you are a solid 20 minutes from a grocery store (which is the whole point of the mountain get away), so plan your trips accordingly. We will return for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2020
Jeff, We truly appreciate your 5 Star Review and description of Lodge at Shady Branch. It will let future guests know even more about the house and location. Thank you so much for being a super guest too!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing experience

Fantastic views, clean and luxurious accommodations, excellent location, and wonderful hosts. We can’t say enough good things about this home. Everything we needed for an Asheville area vacation was right at our fingertips. The notes from the host allowed us to quickly get used to the house and make our stay very comfortable. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2022
Patrick, We want to thank you for your wonderful descriptive review on your stay at Lodge at Shady Branch. Please reach out for your next stay this Winter!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Magical Views

Absolutely perfect cabin with magical views.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Aug 2022
Joy, Thank you for your wonderful review on your stay last year, please be sure to reach out to us for your return stay any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Fall Getaway

My kids wanted to stay in a cabin. This place far exceeded our expectations with all the modern appliances, but with a secluded cabin feel. We loved our stay and can't wait to be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

An Excellent Stay

This property is amazing with unbeatable views and top notch hosts!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Aug 2021
Tom, Thank you for your wonderful review on your recent stay at Lodge at Shady Branch. It will surely let future guests know more about what they can expect!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Rainy Day Heaven

If only the weather had cooperated a bit more during our stay....rain every day. But this was absolutely THE BEST cabin to be "trapped" in during the downpours that came every day. We did puzzles, played board games, played ping pong, watched the rain from the covered porch, watched movies, and sat around the table just chatting. The location is great....only about 15 minutes to food stores (provided the road doesn't get flooded out like it did for us). The cabin is big, and comfortable and has everything you could possibly need or want in terms of amenities (especially in the kitchen and laundry room). Also, the cleanliness of the place is the best we have ever seen in 13 years of renting cabins in the area. Everything was spotless, neat, and orderly. I wish we had had more time to enjoy the fire-pit and games on the front lawn. Maybe next year. This place is just made for a family gathering...kids upstairs in the loft playing games or downstairs in the smaller family area while the adults can be on the main floor. Just fantastic in every respect.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

Don’t hesitate and book it. Sparkling clean, stunning views, fully equipped kitchen, very spacious house, comfortable beds. Kids enjoyed the pink pong table in the garage and game room. I cannot think of a negative Would love to return. House manager very attentive if asked questions. Great location - about 20 min to Brevard and 20 to Hendersonville. Great hikes and biking in Pisgah and DuPont.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mountain Escape

Very clean, beautiful cabin with a gorgeous view!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Exceeded Expectations!!

This Cabin was beyond amazing and the pictures do not do it justice! From the moment we walked in I was so happy...it was much larger than I had expected. From the size and layout of the rooms to the soaring ceiling in the family room. There were interesting little pieces of artwork all over and grand deer heads and chandeliers. It was a candy store for the eyes. The bedrooms were large decorated beautifully and the bedding was truly comfortable. The kitchen was stocked with Everything you could need and the Host was sweet and left gifts of chocolate and welcome notes. The VIEWS were breathtaking....from sunup to sundown. This cabin will not disappoint anyone!!!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Details! Details!

All of our expectations were exceeded. Everything about this place was awesome! Felt as if i were in my own home. I wouldn’t change a thing. View was amazing! This is our mountain spot going forward. Thank you for a wonderful experience!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful escape!

When we arrived the house was spotless. The kitchen had literally everything you could possibly need to cook your meals, which was great because we didn't want to eat out due to COVID. The view was absolutely amazing! You could see all the way to the Tennessee mountains. There are some great waterfall hikes nearby in Dupont State Forest. We enjoyed merely sitting outside with the lovely view. We also enjoyed their puzzle collection and did quite a few. The only thing is that the wireless wasn't all that great, but we didn't mind.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Aug 2020
Thanks for your gracious comments. I assume your comments about the wireless refers to cell phone service. It is spotty at that location. We normally walk to the back deck when we are on a cell phone. To have no problems, we use the landline. If it is the wireless service in the house, please respond and I will check it out in Sept.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stunning log home

First class accommodations in stunning log home. Property manager offers exceptional service. Highly recommended, especially for families. Very comfortable throughout the gorgeous home. Look forward to returning in the near future. Definitely a class act!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Thanks for you kind comments. We have worked hard to make this home welcoming, comfortable and well equipped. We think the world of Julie, the property manager, too.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful

It was so relaxing
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

House was perfect for what we were looking for. Great porch and plenty of room for our family.

Loved this property! House was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
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