Stay Your Way: The Perfect Hendersonville Accommodation for Every Type of Traveler

Not everyone travels the same way, and one of the wonderful things about Hendersonville is that there are so many different kinds of places to stay, so you are sure to find the perfect place to lay your head after a long day — be that a day of hiking or biking, shopping for unique treasures, tasting your way through wine country, learning about the things that make this place special, or exploring an apple orchard with the family.  Hendersonville offers traditional hotels, affordable motels, quaint bed & breakfasts, all different kinds of whole home or condo vacation rentals, and even camping. See the full list of places to stay or scroll below to find your match. 

If you seek thrills and excitement when you travel and love to explore things that are off-the-beaten-path, you should check out Cold Spring Basecamp, where you can sleep in their open-air, 3-sided cabins. The charming cabins give you the feel of tent camping, but with a cozy bed, solid roof and without having to bring all the necessities along with you, since each cabin is stocked with kitchen amenities, including a propane stove, French press, tea pot, pots and pans; has a campfire ring; offers fresh mountain-fed water; a solar device charging station; and more. The camp itself is set on 38 wooded acres, and includes hiking and biking trails, a waterfall, creek access, a cold plunge tub and more, located close to town and the area’s hot outdoor recreation spots, like DuPont State Forest, Ride Rock Creek, the Green River Gamelands, and more.

For those looking for a relaxed, comforting experience in a cozy inn with a cup of cocoa in front of a stone fireplace, you will love the slower pace of the Echo Mountain Inn. Built in the 1890s, the Echo Mountain Inn is perched on the side of a mountain, meaning it offers cooler temperatures, epic views, and some of the freshest air around. But what you will really love are the communal areas, like the giant, 2-sided stone fireplace, the care they take in decorating for Christmas, the manicured gardens, and the splash of green, since the entire common area is filled with houseplants. Owned and operated by by a multi-generational family, you are sure to feel at home, as you settle into the plush sofas or dig into an epic complementary breakfast.

If you like to travel with the extended family, heed to call of the mountains of North Carolina! Grandparents, parents and kids of all ages will enjoy all that Hendersonville has to offer. But what’s the best home base for your larger group between your visits to family-friendly attractions, easy hikes, and both kid and parent-friendly dining? You have got to look into Carolina Wildwood! This spacious home, which can sleep up to 12 people, is located in a neighborhood in Fletcher, very close to the airport, the high way and only about 20 minutes from Downtown Hendersonville. But what really sets this property apart from many of its competitors is that it was designed for groups, specifically for families. The home has an upstairs living room and dining room, as well as an entire downstairs that is perfect for kids: another living room, a smaller dining area with a small drink fridge, an air hockey table, a foosball table and kids games. Plus, the property is set up with a tankless water heater, meaning EVERYONE can have a hot shower after playing in North Carolina’s great outdoors.

If you love to explore local cuisine, wineries & breweries, you simply MUST stay at one of the area’s wineries, many of which have vacation rentals on property or nearby. We recommend Burntshirt Vineyard’s Vintner’s Cottage, a stone house that captures all the charm of a home built in the 1930s. It is situated right next to the winery’s restaurant, tasting room, patio and vineyards, in a bucolic area, nestled among apple orchards and rolling hills.

Burntshirt Vineyards is one of the area’s first wineries, and their award-winning wines helped to pave the way for the area to receive its accreditation as an American Viticulture Area, or AVA. They opened a restaurant on the property, the Vintner’s Table, a locally-sourced farm-to-table restaurant.

For those interested in museums, historic landmarks, unique architecture, cultural experiences or who love learning the history of an area they visit, you simply must stay in the Village of Flat Rock, where one of the most unique homes is Five Oaks at Flat Rock. 

The entire village of Flat Rock is on the National Registar of Historic Places! The area itself was beloved by wealthy Charlestonians who in the 1820s, wanted to escape the oppresive heat and disease that was rampant in the low country in summertime. Many came to the first town they reached in the mountains and stopped, bought land, and built their summer estates right here in Flat Rock. The area had so many Charlestonians there each summer, it became known as the Little Charleston of the Mountains.

Five Oaks at Flat Rock was built in 1888 as the summer estate of one of the sons of a high-ranking Confederate officer from Charleston, who also had a summer estate in Flat Rock. The home itself, which has 4 bedrooms, offers a wrap-around porch with multiple French doors opening into it, high ceilings, and so much charm and history. The property owners live on-site, and share a love for architecture and history, so they would love to tell you more about the history of the home and the area.

Slightly different from the Adventure-Seeker, you crave a quiet getaway, tucked deep in the woods, where the only sounds you will hear are the birds chirping in the morning, the breeze through the trees in the afternoon, and the katydids in the evening. If this sounds like you, then Tuxedo Falls is the spot for you. With their upscale boutique lodging nestled among hiking trails, creeks and waterfalls on 50 acres of old growth forest, you won’t be able to help yourself but quote John Muir the whole trip. (Please note: Tuxedo Falls opens Spring 2025.)

If you and your partner are looking for an escape where you can reconnect and relax, you have to check out the Horse Shoe Farm. This vast property, set on a former horse farm, offers rolling pastures with access to lakes, a pool, the French Broad River, high-end dining, an on-site spa, sauna and cold plunge tub, private yoga and wellness sessions, farm animals, and one of the best sunsets in the area.

For those traveling on their own, there are a few things you really want: a safe, welcoming accommodation that is located in a walkable area, where you can make new friends. Downtown Hendersonville is the ideal spot because you can walk to many downtown restaurants, pull up a stool to the bar, and make some friends or chat up the bartender to see what they think you can’t miss. There are plenty of options in downtown Hendersonville, but one of the best for those going it alone is The Henderson. Located just one block of Main Street, this historic inn offers a cozy place to stay, includes a gourmet breakfast made by their award winning chef, and friendly inn owners who will help you figure out how to map out your stay.

Hendersonville can be a very affordable vacation destination because there really is quite a bit that you can do for free: hiking, fishing, window shopping, touring museums and attractions, listening to live music at a local brewery or winery, or taking a scenic drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway. To compliment your budget-friendly getaway, you’ll also want an accommodation that doesn’t break the bank, and The Mountain Inn & Suites is a great option. Highly rated on Booking.com, it is found by many reviews to be quiet, clean and convenient. It has everything you need, and is close to both downtown Hendersonville, the airport, Asheville, the wineries and apple orchards, and many different outdoor recreation locations. 

For those looking for a place that will stand out in your Instagram feed, one of the most photogenic, unique places to stay in Hendersonville has to be The Barn at Edenwood or the Treehouse at Edenwood (both are on the same property). The outside of the house itself looks straight out of a picture, but you’ll also find great photo ops in the wood-fired hot tub, the massive spa tub in the loft, the giant picture windows, the vintage and quirky touches to the interior decor, the cozy porch nestled among the trees, the pond, the hiking paths and so much more.

For those interested in staying on a farm or in a quiet countryside setting, those who enjoying working with, feeding or learning about farm animals, enjoying freshly-picked produce, and don’t mind getting their hands dirty, we see you. As a place with agriculture at its heart, there are a few options for Farm Stays, and a great one to try is the River’s Call Inn. This special 10-acre farm offers a barnhouse with rolling hills, manicured gardens, river access, mini goats, chickens, and lots of space to relax in the outdoors. There’s even a hot tub, meaning you can really relax while you are here. The worst part of your stay will be leaving.

For those who love traveling with their dogs, Hendersonville is fantastic. Many accommodations are pet-friendly, most restaurants with outdoor seating welcome pets on their patios and many stores allow furry friends too. Plus, almost all outdoor recreation is open to your pooch . So while there are plenty of options to choose from, paws-down, the best bet is Barkwell’s. Located in Mills River, they cater to dogs, and honestly prefer if you bring your dog! All cabins come fully equipped with everything your pup needs to enjoy their stay, have a fenced in yard, offer a dog wash station, endless free tennis balls and ample space to run in their fully-fenced in property. During warmer months, your pup can swim in their lake.

Whether you’re an adventure seeker, looking for a place to relax, or a social media-savvy traveler looking for the next photogenic hotspot, Hendersonville has a stay that perfectly suits your personality. From cozy cabins in the woods to farm stays and chic inns downtown, there’s no shortage of unique accommodations to make your visit unforgettable. So, pack your bags and get ready to experience a stay that feels tailor-made just for you. Your perfect getaway is waiting in Hendersonville, where every traveler can find their ideal home away from home.