This cottage puts you in the centre of Waynesville, 1.8 km (1.1 mi) from LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography and 2.3 km (1.5 mi) from Balsam Spa. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and accommodation features a washing machine, 2 bathrooms and a fireplace. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A patio, a living room and a dining area are also available.
Waynesville Recreation Center - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 8 min drive - 6.8 km
Lake Junaluska Golf Course - 8 min drive - 7.0 km
Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance - 10 min drive - 10.8 km
Getting around
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 42 min drive
Restaurants
Singletree Heritage Kitchen - 3 min drive
Bocelli's Italian Eatery - 3 min drive
Wendy's - 4 min drive
Maggie's Galley - 5 min drive
Bogart's Restaurant and Tavern - 15 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
'Dood's Ranch', cozy mountain cottage on horse farm in Waynesville!
'Dood's Ranch' is a fully renovated, quaint mountain cottage on a horse farm setting, apprx 1 mile from downtown Waynesville and all it has to offer. Long range views of Wolf Pen and Lickstone Mtns on front porch, and views of famous Eagle's Nest Mtn from the spacious side deck. This conveniently located 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom house boasts a full kitchen, a comfortable living room w/cable and internet, and a master w/bath on main. Unfortunately, Dood's Ranch is not pet friendly.
Property manager
Bill McCracken
Languages
English
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Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Garden
Unit size: 2,000 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 1
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs and cats are allowed
Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lb per pet)
Service animals are exempt from fees.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.
Frequently asked questions
Does 'Dood's Ranch', cozy mountain cottage on horse farm in Waynesville! have a pool?
No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at 'Dood's Ranch', cozy mountain cottage on horse farm in Waynesville!?
No, 'Dood's Ranch', cozy mountain cottage on horse farm in Waynesville! does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at 'Dood's Ranch', cozy mountain cottage on horse farm in Waynesville!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.
'Dood's Ranch', cozy mountain cottage on horse farm in Waynesville! Reviews
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 111 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 111 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 111 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.4/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer D.
17 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Very comfortable
We enjoyed our stay. It was clean, and very comfortable. We had cold rainy weather while we were there and we stayed warm and cozy while visiting.
Jennifer D.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Heather P., Climax, NC
2 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Charming
Our weekend stay was wonderful! The house was so clean and charming. The beds were comfy. The house has everything you need! I Loved sitting on the porch looking up at the mountains! If we’re ever in the area again we would love to stay at Dood’s Ranch!
Heather P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10 Excellent
Heather W.
29 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Home
We went and stayed to see family, it was a lovely home with so many accommodations and extra’s. Convenient location and such a great host, he told us the house was ready and we could check in anytime that day. We have agreed we will be staying every visit we make there from now on, very pleased.
Heather W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
8/10 Good
Carole W.
6 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, responsive owner
The location and layout of the house were perfect for our visit to Waynesville. Easy to get into town. A few minor issues on arrival but a quick response from our host got everything in order. For coffee drinkers be prepared to bring your own.
Carole W.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jeff R.
25 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot for a group
Stayed as part of a family group here and it was a great stay. Plenty of room and clean. Would definitely stay again if we need a place around the area again.
Jeff R.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
LA W.
16 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Clean & Convenient
Doods ranch is a quaint home with all the conveniences for a really nice stay. All the necessary supplies were provided including shampoo & conditioners! The home was very clean & its location to downtown Waynesville was perfect. Would stay again.
LA W.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Debra A.
6 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Return vacationers
This was our second stay here. We enjoyed our stay once again. Our grandchildren loved the upstairs rooms and the house location.
Debra A.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
carol s.
18 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet mountain getaway!
Four female friends gathered to celebrate birthdays! Doods horse farm was the perfect spot!
carol s.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Emili D.
8 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
I love everything ❤️🙏thank you it’s beautiful and comforting, in this cozy home you have everything
Everything it’s beautiful 😍 and Paced, it’s clean and comfortable, cozy, you have everything of you need ❤️❤️❤️❤️ beautiful experience with my family ❤️🙏 thank 10/10
Emili D.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rita B.
27 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing visit with kids!
Visit with our Ashville kids was disrupted by the hurricane. We booked in Waynesville because it had water!! Absolutely love the area! This home was the best equipped vrbo I have experienced! Very comfortable and relaxing stay!
Rita B.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mimi G.
6 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely
What a lovely house. It was cozy and well decorated. Also very well stocked.
Mimi G.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
James T.
9 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A quite get away
Quiet, relaxing, all the things we were looking for. Would definitely stay again at this site! Thank you
James T.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Debbie C.
27 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Family
Our stay for a local wedding met all our needs and expectations. Very clean.
Debbie C.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Justin W.
12 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy
Very nice place just a few minutes from town in a nice neighborhood had everything u needed inside would definitely stay again
Justin W.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Holly B.
27 Mar 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant stay with a caveat.
The house itself is very nice and clean, and overall my sisters and I enjoyed our stay. The caveat is, we are all in our 60s with various and sundry physical limitations. It's quite a haul walking up the sidewalk and the steps to the front porch with luggage if you have physical limitations. That being said, the inside staircase really wasn't a problem. The front porch and deck are very nice, but the views aren't quite as bucolic as the pictures would suggest. The owner is very nice and super responsive and the location is very convenient to everything in Waynesville.
Holly B.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lane G.
22 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
WCU Visit
simple and easy.
Lane G.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Patrick L.
7 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Getaway
Great location, very clean, and great communication with owner. Very convenient to area stores and restaurants. My only recommendation would be the addition of a king size bed in one of the bedrooms.
Patrick L.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chris B.
31 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday Mountain Getaway.
Overall this is an extra nice older home perfect for a vacation getaway. Very close to everything Waynesville has to offer. I would stay again if in the area for an extended period. Everything was as described except there was no gas grill. The charcoal Smokey Joe Weber worked fine for what we needed, but you might want to check if you will be grilling a major meal.
Chris B.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Erica M., Alabaster, Al
28 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Post Christmas Getaway
Lovely little cottage with a sweet view. So close to downtown. Plenty of space and very cozy. We would definitely stay here again.
Erica M.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Terri R.
19 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience
We had a great time! Plenty of room 2 queen beds and 1 king! Very convenient to downtown Waynesville!!
Definitely stay again
Terri R.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
10/10 Excellent
Joel M.
5 Dec 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Music
Good location to all around Waynesville. Near good restaurants
Joel M.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Monde D.
29 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect cozy house
We loved this house. It was perfect for travelers who want to get to Waynesville, Asheville and the Smoky Mountains. Rooms are large and kitchen well equipped. The steps are a little steep but once you get in everything is just lovely. The owners were very reponsive and friendly. I highly recommend.
Monde D.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
tasha M.
6 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Like a home away from home
We’ve stayed here several times now & love it more each time! It’s just the perfect place to relax & day trip from! So very peaceful!
Beautiful cabin, well equipped with everything you need from towels to kitchen supplies. Beautiful and peaceful area.
May
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Loretta R.
19 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and Serene
We absolutely loved the property. The house was spacious yet cozy. Easy directions to the house and you are only 5 minutes from downtown but you felt like you were in the country. Definitely worth the drive from Florida. Will definitely come back. We also had a treat of hitting it at the right time for the leaves changing and saw snow!! We loved the whole experience.