Welcome to ‘Bee in the Rose’, an enchanting mountain retreat nestled in the heart of North Carolina's breathtaking Blue Ridge Mountains! Located in the picturesque town of Swannanoa, just minutes from the vibrant city of Asheville, this 4-bedroom, 2-bath vacation rental offers a secluded sanctuary on 32 acres of private mountain paradise. From hiking and wildlife spotting, to unwinding on the spacious deck, let the serene surroundings inspire your own unique journey in Swannanoa! -- THE PROPERTY -- 4WD Required | 2,494 Sq Ft | Dog + Family Friendly | Between Black Mountain & Asheville Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: King Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bedroom 4: 2 XL Twin Beds | Additional Sleeping: Pack 'n Play INDOOR SETTING: Smart TV, wood-burning stove, dining table w/ chandelier, remote workspace w/ monitor, board games, floor-to-ceiling windows w/ mountain views, ceiling fans, views from most rooms, contemporary furnishings, chic & modern decor OUTDOOR FEATURES: Covered furnished porch, peaceful wooded surroundings w/ long-range mountain views, wood-burning fire pit w/ Adirondack chairs (bring your own firewood), Jenga, cornhole CHEF'S KITCHEN: Cooking basics, stainless steel appliances, breakfast bar w/ seating, spices, dishware & flatware, toaster, Phillips automatic coffee & espresso machine (takes whole beans or ground coffee), tea kettle, French press (whole beans provided) DOG FRIENDLY: Fenced-in yard w/ dog waste bins, dog room w/ kennels (beds & bowls), dog-washing station GENERAL: Free WiFi, washer/dryer, towels/linens, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, iron/board, high chair, central heating & air conditioning ACCESSIBILITY: 2-story home, step-free entry via ramp (42" wide), bedroom & bathroom on 1st floor FAQ: Pet fee (paid pre-trip), exterior security cameras (6, facing out) PARKING: Driveway (8 vehicles) -- THE LOCATION -- OPT OUTDOORS: Charles D Owen Park (4 miles), Jones Mountain Trailhead (5 miles), 381 Trailhead (10 miles), Bull Mountain (10 miles), Craven Gap Trail (14 miles) WORTH A VISIT: Downtown Swannanoa (5 miles), Black Mountain (10 miles), Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center (10 miles), Western North Carolina Nature Center (10 miles), Craggy Gardens (26 miles) ASHEVILLE SIGHTSEEING (~14 miles): Asheville Pinball Museum, Asheville Museum of Science, Botanical Gardens of Asheville, River Arts District, Woolworth Walk, Asheville Art Museum, Pack Square Park, Biltmore Estate, Thomas Wolfe Memorial, Basilica of St. Lawrence, Deacon & Martyr AIRPORT: Asheville Regional Airport (23 miles) -- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you. -- POLICIES -- - No smoking inside or outside - Dog friendly with a $250 fee (+ fees & taxes, 2 dogs max) - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Must be at least 25 years old to book - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: This 2-story home offers step-free entry via a 42" wide ramp - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 6 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 is located along the front of the house facing the driveway, camera 2 is is located on the side of the house facing the side driveway, camera 3 is located next to the side entry door facing out, cameras 4 and 5 are located along the backyard facing the fenced-in dog yard, and camera 6 is located above the back deck facing over the back deck. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into any interior spaces. The cameras actively record video and sound when activated by motion while guests are in residence - NOTE: 4-wheel drive is required to access this property via the steep, narrow driveway