Escape to Whiskey Rock, a luxury estate & retreat center nestled in the mountains of Western North Carolina. Enjoy breathtaking mountain views, outdoor spaces and plenty of indoor and outdoor amenities including an eco-lodge shower facility, koi pond for feeding fish, two barns and more. The modern farmhouse offers a fully equipped gourmet kitchen while the great room has stone fireplace perfect for gathering together.
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6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 18337 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Whiskey Rock | Private Estate on 50 acres | Event Friendly | Spectacular Views
Whiskey Rock is a rare 50-acre private mountain estate near Asheville—ideal for groups who want space, privacy, and a true “all together” stay with the comfort of a fully renovated main home plus two separate cabins. Set beside Pisgah National Forest with ponds, pastures, barns, and sweeping Blue Ridge views, this is an unforgettable home base for multi-family vacations, reunions, retreats, and wedding weekends—with plenty of room to gather, and plenty of places to spread out.
Why guests book Whiskey Rock * 50 private acres with long-range mountain views, fields, ponds, and trails to wander * Three separate buildings (Main Lodge + 2 cabins) for privacy and flexible sleeping * Built for connection: porches, decks, patios, and open-air gathering spaces * Classic WNC evenings: starry skies, seasonal fireflies, and multiple fire pits * Event-ready setting with a ceremony platform + renovated Barn Bar + photo-worthy backdrops * Dog-friendly with wide-open space for the whole crew (including pups) * EV Charger
Home details Sleeps in beds: 17 | Max occupancy: 17
Main Lodge (renovated modern farmhouse | 3,600+ sq ft) 4 bedrooms | 3 bathrooms * Vaulted ceilings, exposed beams, hardwood floors * Great room anchored by a stone fireplace * Fully equipped kitchen for group meals * Multiple living/seating areas so everyone can relax comfortably
Two private cabins: Big Ivy + The Pisgah Each cabin includes: * 1 private bedroom + ensuite bathroom * Small coffee station for easy mornings * Twin sleeping loft (great for kids / extra guests)
Outdoor living * Multiple outdoor spaces: porches, decks, screened porch, and patios * Multiple fire pits for evening hangs * Ponds + pastures: koi pond + trout-feeding pond and rolling fields for slow walks * Gathering spots for long afternoons outside and fresh-air dinners
Weddings, retreats, and hosted events Whiskey Rock is a standout setting for weddings, elopements, retreats, and milestone celebrations, with space to celebrate together and comfortable places to reset throughout the day. * Ceremony platform for view-forward “I do” moments * Renovated Barn Bar for receptions, welcome drinks, and post-dinner celebrating * Picture-perfect backdrops across the 50-acre estate
Optional add-on: Wedding-morning yoga through Spectrum Yoga (private, on-site session)
Ceremony platform notes * No power or heat at the platform (solar string lights are in place) * To run power to the pavilion area, you'll need ~300 ft of drop cord * Generators required for additional power needs (lighting, sound, heaters, etc.)
Event fees apply for weddings, yoga retreats, corporate retreats, reunions, and other hosted events. Please inquire with our Guest Experience Team for details and rates. For additional event photos, see @whiskeyrocknc on IG + FB.
Practical details (good to know before booking) * WiFi is available in the Main Lodge only (cabins do not have WiFi) * Internet speed (Main Lodge): Download 450 Mbps | Upload 17 Mbps * Access: paved roads most of the way + final private gravel approach * Winter travel: AWD/4x4 recommended in snow/ice conditions
This home is professionally managed by Yonder, a dedicated team with years of experience and passion for providing the ultimate guest experience.
⭐ Yonder Policies & Information
For guest safety, Whiskey Rock has security cameras monitoring the main gate, barn interior, garage door, front door, rear deck, and rear gate.
Clean Guarantee All homes are backed by our 100% Clean Guarantee. The details are disclosed in your rental agreement.
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 Dog-friendly! Up to 2 dogs allowed with a $130 non-refundable pet fee.
Extended Stays Reservations of 30 days or more are subject to review; stays exceeding 30 days require an additional 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 7 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 Failure to complete verification may result in cancellation.
Property amenities
Ski
Close to skiing
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Electric car charging station on site
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
6 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
5 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Gravel flooring in public areas
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Concierge services
Housekeeping on request
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Near a health/beauty spa
On a river
Things to do
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Rafting nearby
Rock climbing nearby
Spelunking nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Electric car charging station
Housekeeping (on request)
Unit size: 3,632 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 22
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Located in Barnardsville, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Vance Birthplace and Swannanoa Valley Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Reems Creek Golf Club and Patricia Cornwell Tennis Center. Dream Guitars and Ten Thousand Villages are also worth visiting. Water tubing and rafting offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and rock climbing nearby. Visit our Barnardsville travel guide
Is Whiskey Rock | Private Estate on 50 acres | Event Friendly | Spectacular Views pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much is parking at Whiskey Rock | Private Estate on 50 acres | Event Friendly | Spectacular Views?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Whiskey Rock | Private Estate on 50 acres | Event Friendly | Spectacular Views?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Whiskey Rock | Private Estate on 50 acres | Event Friendly | Spectacular Views?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Whiskey Rock | Private Estate on 50 acres | Event Friendly | Spectacular Views located?
Situated on a river, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Pisgah National Forest and Pinnacle Mountain. Navitat Canopy Adventures and Craggy Gardens are also within 12 miles (20 km).
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Whiskey Rock | Private Estate on 50 acres | Event Friendly | Spectacular Views Reviews
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A peaceful retreat fully equipped to handle large but discerning crowds!From the most comfortable bed I’ve ever known, to the well stocked spice rack to the homey hearth, we had everything we needed for a special time!
My friends and I stayed for my 40th birthday. The property is so fun with lots to see. The main house is beautiful and the cabins are modern and romantic. Loved every part of it!
We had a family reunion at Whiskey Rock. The house was absolutely gorgeous and had everything that we needed. The grounds were breathtaking, and we loved the trails and all of the outside gathering places.
We will go back to this beautiful home!
Great stay here for a girls trip to Asheville! Check-in instructions were clear and made the whole process easy. Would recommend to big groups - this house is stunning!
Our stay at Whiskey Rock was Amazing!! It's the perfect place for our big family of 18 people. Each of my 2 daugthers' families stayed in the 2 tiny houses on the property and we spent most of our time around the fire pit eating and roasting marshmellows. We will most definitely be back
Guest cabins were clean and well put together tho we didnt use them . The main house was fairly dirty upon arrival. Grill was filthy , floors and carpets were dirty, old laundry in washer , many dirty dishes mixed in with clean ones. For a 2 night stay at almost 2,000 we expected more attention to cleanliness honestly. The property has a lot to offer only for outdoor lovers and only 35-40. Min to Asheville close enough to go enjoy town , it’s away from town but still in a neighborhood with plenty of neighbors you both see and hear. Not secluded even though it’s a “ 50 acre “ property. Non issue for us but can see where some wouldnt be expecting neighbors in this setting. If you’re going w a group , event , multiple couples good spot, our only complaint was cleanliness
MATT S.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Cecil B.
11 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Malfunctioning fire alarms
3 of our 8 nights were severely disturbed with fire alarms going off in the middle of the night in 3 separate buildings on 3 separate nights waking adults & terrifying children. Yonder has dismissed our complaint with a “sorry” & denying an issue with the alarms. These weren’t chirping low batteries. These were hard wired alarms emitting full blown alarms in the middle of the night. No one in our group smokes or vapes. Please contact me for more information. I am very unhappy with Yonder’s handling of our complaint.
Cecil B.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
8/10 Good
Julius P.
27 Nov 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Whisky Rock/Thanksgiving
The property accomodatiions were as described and the two cabins on the property were as described and fit our parties needs. There were some disappointments with the overall maintenance such as:
1. A broken faucet handle in the Master Bath.
2. The vents and AC/ Heatpump returns were disgustingly discolored, dirty and perhaps even home to mold.
3. There were numerous windows which had cobwebs (mostly outside)
4. There were several lightbulbs which did not function
5. The property had litter in evidence such as beer cans, broken solar fixtures and plastic bottles and caps.
6. Several comments regarding mattresses being well worn.
Paying over $12, 000 for this stay was a bit heavy and charging $400 for both the early check- in as well as late check - out was way over the top.
We had a group of 15 stay at this property for a small wedding / birthday celebration. The house it absolutely stunning, huge and well stocked. We had a late brunch one morning with all of us seated at the table and played board games late into the night on the big comfy couch. The grounds are also beautiful - we had so much fun having fires, playing corn hole and exploring the trails on property. One thing I'll note is the cabins are further away from the main house than we expected, and are definitely a legit walk or drive at night. I had a lot of questions and requests and working with Yonder was great - they were always responsive and kind (even when my friend's car got stuck in the mud and we weren't able to get out of the house until well past checkout because we were waiting for a tow truck). We did end up having to pay some damages for the car getting stuck but the lawn was damaged so makes sense. We had such a fun, memorable weekend and can't wait to return! 10/10 would stay again (and hope to)
60th b'day as a great family event on this outstanding property.
Absolutely amazing mountain location, family facility and furnishings. Super clean, all amenities and then some. We are very happy with our stay and the facilities. We are not used to dealing with a third party agency for VRBOs, but we got details worked out, including some special accommodation to allow a decorator in to hang some balloons before our guest of honor arrived. Pisgah NF proximity for hikers and rolling hill roads for bikers were a real plus. We loved the trails on and near the property and lucked out with the weather - its all set up for rain or shine, and easily accommodated our 12 adults, 1 teen, and 1 baby... and our dog. She loved the trails. Excellent proximity to Asheville for those that wanted to run in... we had a story-telling, banjo fellow by the fire pit outside, and it was just great to experience out there...
Easy access for our military members from Ft. Bragg, as well as Nashville, and Pittsburgh so for us outstanding location.
One note would be to watch for the fees and taxes - our 3-day booking added up to almost another 30% of day rate in fees, with cleaning, etc. It was all worth it to us!
Spacious home with many features and nice outside cabins for extra sleeping space. About 15 minutes from Weaverville and 30 minutes from Asheville. Located in hilly area with farms and ranches, some views of hills and many trails. For a big group...an excellent home and site. Well decorated, good wifi, and 4 large TVs. Several outdoor eating areas and 2 firepits with large lawn areas and outdoor platforms for relaxation.
The whole family thought that the property was amazing, and the kitchen was extremely well stocked, from KitchenAid mixer which we used to make fresh pizza dough, to a large All Clad slow cooker which we used to make pulled pork. The double oven was helpful for feeding a large group. The older kids/young adults were very happy having their own spaces up at the two cabins, which were a walk away (suitable for teens, but I'd worry about younger kids up there without an adult present). It was perfect for our crew! Being in the mountains was nice...so much cooler in summer time. There was a great swing and hammock which were often used, and the cornhole boards provided hours of fun for all! Great pavilion on property for yoga, workouts or a family performance night if that's your thing. We had one slight issue the first night where the youngest child (4) locked a bedroom door from the inside and promptly fell asleep (it was a keyed lock and we called the emergency number to see where the key was, but they didn't know)...we were finally able to rouse the child to unlock the door. I cannot say enough good things about the house. Comfy beds, nice linens and towels, great water pressure, etc. Book this place!
A super pleasant mountain home with plenty of space to accommodate our group. The linens were soft and the beds were comfy. The property was very well kept and the fire pits were stocked with wood. The home had plenty of community seating from the dining rooms and the living room. There were plates and kitchen ware galore! The only thing I couldn’t find was a vegetable peeler, which was not a big deal. The cleanliness was rated okay, because of the pesky sugar ants in the kitchen and in the master bathroom. The exterminator came and sprayed outside upon our arrival, but did not help the unwanted guest from crawling around the sinks. The home is about 15 minutes from walker falls, which was beautiful. I recommend taking a 4x4 vehicle to this home, especially the cabins. The rocks are slightly bigger than your average gravel driveway. I also suggest you clearly define the main house with a different sign, every guest we had missed the first turn to the main house. Other than that, great home and great listing!