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A rustic stone-walled room with a wooden ceiling, a hot tub, a small table with bottles, a chair, and potted plants. - ROMANTIC COTTAGE~HOT TUB~WALK TO TOWN~Wi-Fi ~PETS~ (Hot Springs)
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A dining area with a stone fireplace, wooden table, and chairs. There is a television and a lamp in the background. - ROMANTIC COTTAGE~HOT TUB~WALK TO TOWN~Wi-Fi ~PETS~ (Hot Springs)
A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a white refrigerator, a sink, and a dining area with a table and chairs. - ROMANTIC COTTAGE~HOT TUB~WALK TO TOWN~Wi-Fi ~PETS~ (Hot Springs)
A firepit, a garden, and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at ROMANTIC COTTAGE~HOT TUB~WALK TO TOWN~Wi-Fi ~PETS~. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. In addition to laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

ROMANTIC COTTAGE~HOT TUB~WALK TO TOWN~Wi-Fi ~PETS~

  • Trailside Cottage is an enchanting 1940's cottage located directly on the Appalachain Trail within walking distance to all restaurant, bars, festival sites, river and swimming holes. This9 charming mountain retreat offers an outdoor hot tub, two bedrooms, a beautiful claw foot tub, large kitchen, dining and living rooms, rocking chair front porch and spacious yard with an inviting fire pit. Secured Wi-Fi, Smart TV for streaming.Trailside's decor reflects the comforting era of the cottage as well as the outdoor hiking/river theme of Hot Springs.

    Your stay at Trailside Cottage will allow you to experience life in a by gone era that matches the relaxing pace and mountain magic of Hot Springs. Perfect for family vacations or creating a special romantic memory.


    Keywords: House, Romantic Getaway, French Broad River, Appalachian Trail, pet friendly, Asheville, in Hot Springs, complete kitchen, family

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About the neighborhood

Located in Hot Springs, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Hot Springs Resort And Spa and Paint Creek Recreation Area are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Flow and Marshall High Studios. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hunting and cycling. Visit our Hot Springs travel guide
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Hot Springs, NC

What's nearby

  • A sunset over a forested mountain range with a clear sky.
    Pisgah National Forest
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • A calm river surrounded by dense green foliage and trees.
    French Broad River
    13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • A person relaxing in a natural hot spring surrounded by rocks and greenery.
    Hot Springs Resort And Spa
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Hot Springs Library
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Madison County Public Library
    9 min walk - 0.8 km

Restaurants

  • Vinyl Pies
    11 min walk
  • Smoky Mountain Diner
    7 min walk
  • Iron Horse Station
    11 min walk
  • ArtiSUN Gallery and Marketplace
    12 min walk
  • Night Cap At 148
    9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is ROMANTIC COTTAGE~HOT TUB~WALK TO TOWN~Wi-Fi ~PETS~ pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at ROMANTIC COTTAGE~HOT TUB~WALK TO TOWN~Wi-Fi ~PETS~?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ROMANTIC COTTAGE~HOT TUB~WALK TO TOWN~Wi-Fi ~PETS~?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is ROMANTIC COTTAGE~HOT TUB~WALK TO TOWN~Wi-Fi ~PETS~ located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Pisgah National Forest, Madison County Public Library, and Hot Springs Library. French Broad River and Hot Springs Resort And Spa are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

ROMANTIC COTTAGE~HOT TUB~WALK TO TOWN~Wi-Fi ~PETS~ Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 133 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 133 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 133 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 133 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 133 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was cute and spacious. We LOVED the hot tub, obviously. It was great for relaxing after a hike on the AT and other nearby trails. The proximity to town was also perfect. We enjoyed eating in town each night of our trip. The kitchen also had everything we needed for preparing breakfast and lunch.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Anniversary trip

The cottage was clean, had a nice kitchen for cooking, a pretty view, and an easy walk into town. We'll stay here again for future trips to Hot Springs.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Charming cottage. Walkable to town. Nice hot tub.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Visiting family

We enjoyed the home. It had great amenities. Liked walking to town. Very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Host and Property

Melanie went above and beyond to help us during our stay including assisting with parking before check-in and offering suggestions for rainy day activities. The location was perfect for an AT hike!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute cottage close to town

Very clean. Easy check in. Great communication with owner. Just a short walk to downtown Hot Springs. Literally right next to AT. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Melanie's cottage was wonderful! It is set right on the Appalachian Trail. My granddaughter is thru hiking the trail. I decided to meet her in Hot Springs. She and two of her hiker friends stayed at the cottage with me. It was a welcome respite for the hikers. It gave them a chance to rest, soak their tired bodies in the hot tub, and do their laundry. The cottage was a short walk to restaurants, brewery, small grocery store, and Dollar General, which is very well stocked with reasonably priced food choices. The cottage is old, but nicely maintained with updates that make it feel cozy and inviting.Melanie, The Host, was super nice and helpful. We had a couple of issues that were promptly taken care of. Also,Melanie has been helping me locate a package that seems to have been lost at the post office. She still stops by the post office on occasion to see if it has shown up.You will love this cottage for it's charm, location, amenities, and great host! I highly recommend it.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable and convenient

We enjoyed our stay at Trailside Cottage! The AC kept us cool despite unseasonably warm temps outside. I would suggest bringing extra towels if you plan on using the hot tub or hitting some swimming holes. The house was tidy and the bathroom was clean, but there were other details that had likely been overlooked by the cleaners for several weeks. The location is great— not only for walking to town, but just a few minute’s drive away from great hiking and fishing. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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

Cute cottage

well equipped, had everything we needed. Cold and damp when we arrived. House has a musty smell. Could benefit from the attention of a handyman. Front door takes some work to get it securely closed, heating vents are rusty, some are hanging loose. Steps to get into the hot tub. I was unable to get in, if you're 5"4' and a little chonky like me. Owner was very helpful with suggestions on where to eat, things to do in the area.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Christmas Getaway

Beautiful little cottage right in Hot Springs. My first love and I wanted somewhere quiet to spend our first Christmas together and this place was perfect! Loved the coffee/tea bar, the bed and pillows were so comfortable (I brought my own pillow because I’m picky about that sort of thing) but I never got it out of our car! Also loved the fact that phone cords were provided! My boyfriend forgot his so that was nice! We really enjoyed the books that were there as well. Found some great stories in them. The hot tub was amazing and super private. Loved the fact we could walk into town and grab food (The grey eagle has amazing taco and burritos) and when everything was closed on Christmas Day the kitchen was perfectly stocked with everything we needed to cook! Def recommend this place! Melanie was amazing!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Really enjoyed our stay with this host, despite the fact that there was a snafu with the booking (we didn't actually get to stay in this cottage, but stayed in a different house further from town). The host was apologetic and accommodating, and we would book this cottage again. The alternative lodging was several miles out of town on a gravel road near the French Broad River--so, it was lovely, isolated, and serene. This house was tricky to find but really nice once we found it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice quiet place. Perfect for anyone hiking the AT.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was very read relaxing place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage was perfect for my family while we stayed in Hot Springs! Everything was easy to find, very clean, and very comfortable. There were books and movies and games in the home. My youngest especially loved the Monopoly game! It’s super close to the middle of town, and the walk to town is easy and really pretty! We would definitely look into renting again when we come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a nice cottage right near downtown. The host was very nice and helpful. We enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Melanie was a wonderful host & communicator. We will definitely return. It’s a lovely, comfortable, clean home, and the hot tub was such a perfect amenity. Easy walk to town, and easy to find.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Walkable to downtown area. Host called before check in and was available throughout stay for questions (hot tub was being difficult). Beds were comfy and kitchen had everything that we needed
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super adorable place. Second time staying here. Beautiful view and close to all Hot Springs has to offer. Cute, comfortable, and relaxing
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little getaway cabin within walking distance to town! If we are in the area we definitely stay again! The host was amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love staying in this cottage. Everything was so perfect, thank you and will probably be back again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Walkable location

I loved being able to walk to downtown Hot Springs and some of the hiking trails from the cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very clean and comfortable place. Owner was very engaging. Highly recommend!

Would rent this unit again! Enjoyed my stay very much!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great little couples get away!Adorable cottage and very clean!

Fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Worth the trip

Our host was wonderful and the location ideal to the AT and we were pleased to have made the trip. Unfortunately, due to a sensitivity to mildew and all the rain in the area, we needed to cut our trip shorter than planned.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quick getaway

We truly enjoyed our stay. Great time just to relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023