Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains in North Carolina, Asheville is a destination for outdoorsy travelers. From the breathtaking scenery to the endless outdoor opportunities, it has great things in store for its visitors.
Start from Richmond Hill Park, which is the perfect spot for trekking, dog walking, and running. If you’re in the mood for quality family time, picnicking at Carrier Park while appreciating river views might interest you. Moreover, sports facilities await active travelers at Buncombe County Sports Park. Finally, immerse in the Southern Appalachian region’s magical fauna and flora at WNC Nature Center.
However, If you’re looking to elevate your stay while here, the city also offers accommodations that let you escape to nature while enjoying modern conveniences. If you’re interested in farm living, browse through this list of top farm stays in Asheville, North Carolina.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on October 30, 2024.
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1. Lovely farmette with views of Blue Ridge Mountains (from USD 146)
If you seek accommodation away from the hustle and bustle of downtown, yet not so far away that you can easily reach it whenever you want to, this Airbnb will suit you well. Set in a farmette, it welcomes guests with its lush greenery, chickens, and sights of horses. In the morning, you’ll wake up to spectacular views of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
There’s a simple kitchen where you can whip up your breakfast or make coffee. Parking space is available for guests arriving by car.
Top guest reviews
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andrea was a wonderful hostandrea was beyond lovely and accommodatingandrea is such a kind personandrea is nice compassionate and very helpful with recommendationsand our host andrea was positive and helpfulLocation:
cute room walking distance to foodthe location was close to downtown and close to many of the beautiful hiking trails in ashevillegreat location in asheville quiet setting and relaxingclose enough to downtown while being in a totally quiet and peaceful environmentand all of this was close to the spots in asheville we were most interested inCleanliness:
really clean comfy bed decorated stunninglythe bedroom and bathroom were clean and invitingit was cozy clean and quietsuper comfy bed clean and beautifully decoratedvery friendly very clean and in a great areaRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
a lovely room on a beautiful slice of landthe bed was extremely comfortable the night peaceful and we slept well and awoke to singing birdsthe bed was comfortable and the room was a comfortable temperature
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2. Pet-friendly farm stay with barbecue equipment (from USD 496)
A paradise for nature enthusiasts and animal lovers, this pet-friendly farm stay offers a tranquil escape for you and your loved ones - including your furry best friends. The property has resident cows and goats, as well, which you can meet and befriend during your stay. The owner allows guests to bottle-feed these four-legged babies.
Should you need a babysitter for your two-legged baby, the management can provide a licensed sitter. With a fully equipped kitchen and barbecue equipment, this VRBO provides everything you need for a celebratory feast.
Top guest reviews
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april was very helpfulit’s was great the owner of the property needs to be aware of the entrance stepsLocation:
with a quick drive to asheville it is an ideal place to staycozy clean quiet peaceful comfortable relaxing and close to ashevillea really great place to stayCleanliness:
it was very clean tastefully decorated and comfortableawesome place neat clean and comfortablethe house was beautiful clean and stocked with all our needsRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the house was clean and neat with a stocked kitchen luxury bathroom comfortable furniture and nice linensbed linens were wonderful
3. Charming mountain cabin with a hot tub (from USD 421)
From expansive landscape views to exciting amenities, this mountain cabin has all the ingredients for a romantic weekend away from the city. Here, you can unleash your cooking skills in the kitchen, engage in online work, or slow down time on the balcony while admiring the scenery. Guests can start and cap off their day with a refreshing soak in the outdoor hot tub.
Note that this property nestles in a cattle farm, and sighting of daily farm happenings is normal. However, rest assured that you’ll enjoy a private stay because the cabin is fenced - inaccessible by the cows.
Top guest reviews
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super friendly owner who is a great personharold was a fantastic host and such a sweet mangreat hosts and even better property we will be back for surethe donkey was awesome and super friendlythe view was amazing the hot tub was awesome and the owner was extremely niceRead more reviewsLocation:
was everything we needed and more lovely place and location is beautifulloved our morning coffee on the porch and the easy walk to the end of the island
4. Luxurious retreat with exciting amenities (from USD 770)
Are you tired of your daily remote work views? Why not work and play in this beautiful farmhouse, spacious enough to invite company? This luxurious retreat comes with internet access, convenient for work-from-home travelers. Those in a full-on leisure mode can make the gourmet kitchen their playground. There’s al fresco dining, where you can prepare and share your culinary masterpieces. Other exciting property details include a stone fireplace and a waterfall sitting area.
Active guests have plenty of manicured lawns for cardio. You’ll love running around the spring-fed pond (home to goldfish) near the chicken run.
Top guest reviews
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communication with the owner was excellentLocation:
peaceful surroundings yet close to downtown asheville as well as nearby eateries and grocery storesgreat house close to all yet provided the perfect mountain getawaywe loved having the chicken coop close by and had a lovely breakfast of fresh eggs one morningCleanliness:
the house is clean and very spacioushouse is clean nicely decorated and comfortablethe house is stocked with everything you would need and very cleanthe house was clean and well appointed with everything you may need for a weekend awayeverything you need is provided the house clean and very user friendlyRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
we love the main living room with great viewsthe small changes and improvements made an already special place even more enjoyable and comfortablethere is heating as well the kitchen was very well appointed
5. Cozy farmhouse with lake access (from USD 249)
With a lake for a next-door attraction, this Airbnb promises guests a holiday filled with beautiful scenery and blissful watersports. You can enjoy kayaking (or fishing) on the lake, trekking private trails, and making friends with the flock of sheep that also lives on the property.
In terms of accommodation, the farmhouse is tastefully furnished with white walls, wooden floors, and expansive windows that provide magical outside views. A kitchen with stainless steel appliances is available for culinary buffs. There are plenty of indoor and outdoor seating areas, including a living space with a fireplace. Moreover, OTT platforms such as Netflix and Disney+ provide indoor entertainment on TV.
Top guest reviews
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the hosts are also helpful and quick to respondelaina and joseph are terrific hostswe enjoyed our visit and appreciate the host’s attention to detail and attentivenesscommunicative and helpful hosts and friendly (furry) neighborsbeautiful rustic property with friendly farm animalsLocation:
the location was greatthe location is awesome- close to downtown yet far enough away for plenty of privacygreat place in a great secluded locationprivate park like yardloved the fresh eggs close to ashevilleCleanliness:
everything was very clean and comfortabletheir property is immaculately clean and as advertisedabsolutely stunning place super clean and cozythe house was clean and stocked with nice bedding and dish-warevery clean with new modern furnishingsRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
we played video games (brought a switch) watched movies and just relaxed in the tv/family roomgreat fully equipped modern kitchenthe kitchen is centralized and a wonderful space to make meals
6. The Main Farm House on Tilt'n B Farm (from USD 1378)
How would you like to spend your next North Carolina getaway in a 75-ac (30.35ha) farmland with spectacular mountain views? If so, This Airbnb, which is the main house in Tilt'n B Farm, will interest you. It is a cozy abode with free WiFi, a well-appointed kitchen, and new furniture.
Apart from a comfortable and convenient indoors, the great outdoors is accessible to guests, especially the horse pastures. You can also take advantage of a tennis court and wrap up the day around the fire pit with your loved ones. In the morning, you can admire the vegetable garden while indulging in a cup of coffee.
Top guest reviews
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the host communicated quickly and efficientlyLocation:
the location is greatgreat place super convenient locationlocation was perfect too - felt very secluded but was close to a lotso glad we did super close to downtown ashville but very peacefulsuper close to breweries and hikingCleanliness:
very clean and delightful settingvery clean comfortable beds and spaciousvery clean welcoming and comfortablethis home was clean and lovelyvery clean and andrea and ashley made sure we had all the information we neededRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the house is spacious and comfortable we loved watching the sunrise from the picture window
7. The Riverview Tiny (from USD 116)
A reconnection with nature is this rental’s main draw. Nestled on a 35-ac (14.16-ha) organic farm, The Riverview Tiny provides magical nature views and access to French Broad River. While finding comfort indoors is delightful for relaxation, you will also enjoy unwinding on the porch, taking in farm views and fresh air. You may also do cardio to the river or cozy up on the hammock with the love of your life.
On chilly days, you can take advantage of the propane fire pit and relish the warmth while having s'mores.
Top guest reviews
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outstanding hospitality by the hosts who greeted us upon our arrivala beautiful little tiny home with a gracious hostabsolutely loved staying in this tiny home beautiful property and the hosts were so incredibly kindby far the easiest and most communicative host ever this is the cleanest place i’ve ever stayedwonderful place to stay hosts are very nice and gave us lots of great recommendationsLocation:
amazing so cute and cozy but close to the cityit's super cute super clean and in an incredible locationthe peace and quiet of the surrounding location was so pleasant after a day in townoh what joy what bliss to find a place as nice as thissuch an amazing place close to many breweries we wanted to go toCleanliness:
their house was very clean new and everything smelled freshit was impeccably cleansuper clean and amazing tiny homeit was very clean and just a perfect space between great hiking locations and downtown ashevillethe cleanliness of the home and having everything we needed to enjoy our stayRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
beds were comfortable and the place included everything we needed
8. One-bedroom rental on an alpaca farm (from USD 290)
Nothing beats a holiday destination where you can take a break from the hustle and bustle of city life and just live a slow-paced lifestyle for a change. This luxurious Airbnb with resort-style amenities, nestled on an alpaca farm, is your dream come true. You are welcome to visit the farm animals any time as one of the perks of staying here. The best part? You can feed them.
Apart from standard home fittings, from a well-equipped kitchen to the internet, you will have access to a private hot tub, which is a 24/7 facility. Relaxing by the fire pit and boosting your immune system in the sauna are other activities you can do while staying on the farm.
Top guest reviews
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vera was an amazing hostbeautiful property and gracious hoststhe host was lovely and both the house and surrounding landscape and goats was wonderfulthe unit was incredible and hosts were greatvera is a wonderful host and answered all of my questions right awayLocation:
easy access and convenient location to ashevillethe location was better than expectedthe location is also really good and quite central to the many sites to see around ashevilleamazing location one of the best airbnb’s i’ve stayed atwe stayed here for just a day but loved the locationCleanliness:
it was very cleanthe apartment was well designed clean and very spaciousthe house was beautiful and very cleanthis was fantastic super cleanthe house was extremely clean and check in and out were easyRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
there was wifi and a code on the door made it super easy to check in
9. Mount Gilead Farm (from USD 120)
Here at Mount Gilead Farm, travelers are offered a one-of-a-kind vacation experience where they can detach from the modern world even for a while. Guests would stay in a Provençal style haven with a well-equipped kitchenette. While there’s Netflix and WiFi for entertainment, nothing beats the pleasure of exploring outdoors, and you are welcome to tour the goat dairy farm. You’ll see the on-site processes and adorable animals.
The picnic area with views of a stream and fire pit are some of the most lovely places to relax here.
Top guest reviews
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kathleen was a wonderful host and the farm was beautifulowners are very kind and hospitablekathleen is a friendly host willing to share lots of farm storiesthe host was generous kind and an amazing cookproperty is wonderful and hosts are exceptionalLocation:
it was a very neat place and location to explorewhat a fun place to relax away from the citybeautiful location cozy cottage the breakfast each morning was so wonderfulwe loved being so close to the farm animals and the beautiful sunsets we caughti also look for places that offer unique photo opportunitiesCleanliness:
the room was clean and comfortable and kathleen offered us breakfast in the morningRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the cottage are quaint and the breakfast was fantasticthe homemade breakfast that kathleen prepared was deliciouskathleen’s breakfast was incredible - i can’t emphasize enough what an amazing benefit that waswe found the room especially comfortable—the bed and big arm chair are very invitingkathleen a great hostess who brought a fresh farm breakfast tray every morning
10. Cozy farm stay with mountain views (from USD 195)
If you’re seeking the perfect farm stay for you and your family, this lovely Airbnb is a great choice. Not only is it family-friendly but also pet-friendly, with plenty of outdoor space for playtime at the fenced-in dog play area. Apart from a sunny interior with breathtaking mountain views, guests will have front and back decks for enjoying the fresh air. You can plan barbecues and campfires, too.
Chicken, goats, and cattle are some of the adorable neighbors you’ll see at the farm.
Top guest reviews
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brigit and randy were amazing hostsLocation:
great location and wonderful hostsbrigit and randy's listing was such a perfect place for our asheville getawayRead more reviewsCleanliness:
very clean cozy house on lovely piece of property
Escape to Asheville for your next farm stay
A beautiful city and an action-packed playground for adventure-seekers, Asheville has plenty to offer tourists. It also boasts fantastic accommodations that will make your stay more worthwhile. Should you decide to visit, book a stay from this list of top farm stays in Asheville, North Carolina.
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