Nestled between Asheville and the waterfalls of Brevard lies Firefly Meadows! Enjoy a 1-acre fenced yard with an outdoor patio, yard games, hot tub, fire pit, indoor game room, and coffee and waffle bars. We are perfectly located near mountain adventures—waterfalls, mountain biking, breweries, wineries, and great food. Just 15 min from Brevard, Hendersonville, and numerous waterfalls, 25 minutes from Asheville and Biltmore, and 7 min to Ecusta Trail! The space Welcome to Firefly Meadows, set on 3 picturesque acres (1 acre fenced) in the lush Mills River Valley. Accessed via a flat gravel road just off the main thoroughfare, our cottage offers lovely mountain and valley views, surrounded by old-growth trees. Enjoy a range of amenities designed for relaxation and entertainment: 🌳HUGE ONE ACRE FENCED YARD & FIRE PIT– Let kids or pups play freely while you relax and enjoy relaxing in one of our four hammocks or six super comfy Adirondack chairs by our large rock fire pit. 🛁 HOT TUB – Soak under the stars after mountain adventures in our six-person hot tub. ☀️ SUN ROOM – Enjoy morning coffee with peaceful pastoral views. 🦮 PET‑FRIENDLY – Welcoming pups to join you on mountain hikes, waterfall adventures, and cozy evenings under the stars. 🏞️ NEAR PISGAH NATIONAL FOREST & DUPONT STATE FOREST – Only 10-15 min to mountain biking, whitewater kayaking, hiking, waterfalls, and tubing on the Davidson River. 🎯GAME AREA Enjoy friendly competition with a foosball table, Pac-Man arcade, and classic board games. 🛋️ TWO LIVING ROOMS Enjoy friendly competition with a foosball table, Pac-Man arcade, and classic board games. 🛏️ BEDROOMS & SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS (sleeps 6) All bedrooms include bedside phone chargers, black-out shades or curtains, white noise machines, ceiling fans and bamboo linens. BEDROOM 1 – King bed w/ en-suite half bath (sleeps 2) – Main floor Relax in comfort with a spacious king bed and en-suite half bath, with a small wall-mounted TV w/ an Amazon Fire Stick. BEDROOM 2 – Queen bed (sleeps 2) – Main floor This cozy bedroom features a comfortable queen bed with a small wall-mounted TV w/ an Amazon Fire Stick. BEDROOM 3 – Queen bed (sleeps 2) – Main floor Enjoy a peaceful retreat in this queen bedroom overlooking the beautiful green front yard. 🍳 KITCHEN AND DINING *FULLY EQUIPPED KITCHEN: Whip up meals with ease in the fully equipped kitchen, featuring an electric stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, freezer, dishwasher, and all the cooking basics—including pots, pans, oil, salt, and pepper. You'll find plenty of dishware, utensils, and extras like a toaster, blender, baking sheet, and wine glasses. *COFFEE BAR: Start your mornings at the fully stocked coffee bar with a Keurig Duo (pods + drip), an assortment of coffee, creamers, sugars, and filters. *WAFFLE BAR: For something fun, enjoy our waffle bar with dry mix (just add water), syrup, and toppings like chocolate chips, sprinkles, or Fruity Pebbles. *DINING TABLE SEATS 6, Gather around the dining table that seats six and make every meal a memorable one. 🌅 OUTDOOR SPACE *HUGE ONE ACRE PRIVATE BACKYARD – FULLY FENCED Secure, fenced yard perfect for pets and kids to play safely. *PRIVATE PATIO W/ A SIX SEATER PICNIC TABLE A peaceful spot to sip coffee or wine while enjoying the fresh mountain air. *HUGE NATURAL STONE FIRE PIT WITH ADIRONDACK CHAIRS FOR SIX Gather for s’mores and stories around the large stone fire pit with comfortable seating. *FOUR HAMMOCKS AND TREE SWING Sway in one of the hammocks or tree swing for a peaceful afternoon nap. *LARGE SIX-PERSON HOT TUB SURROUNDED BY TWINKLE LIGHTS Unwind in the spacious hot tub under the glow of twinkle lights after a day of exploring. 🌅 AMENITIES FOR A COMFORTABLE STAY *FREE WASHER AND DRYER – IN UNIT Convenient in-unit laundry with complimentary detergent for longer stays. *FREE PARKING ON PREMISES Hassle-free parking right on the property for easy access. *CENTRAL AIR CONDITIONING AND HEATING Stay comfortable year-round with climate control throughout the home. *HDTV WITH NETFLIX, FIRE TV Stream your favorite shows and movies on the Smart TVs with Netflix and Fire TV access. *ESSENTIALS Stocked with body soap, shower gel, shampoo, and conditioner for a spa-like experience. *WIFI Fast and reliable internet for streaming, working, or gaming. *GAME ROOM Enjoy friendly competition with a foosball table, Pac-Man arcade, and classic board games. *TWO COMFORTABLE LIVING ROOMS Relax in two cozy living areas, each with plush seating and a 55" Smart TV—perfect for movie nights or family time. ENTERTAINMENT & AMMENITIES Outdoor Fun: Relax and feel the breezes run through the large fenced backyard while you relax with the: * large six-person hot tub surrounded by twinkle lights * newly renovated patio with six-person picnic table * huge natural stone fire pit with Adirondack chairs for six * four hammocks and tree swing SPECIAL FEATURES Firefly Watching: Experience the magical sight of fireflies lighting up the evening sky. Pet-Friendly: A pet fee (maximum of three dogs) applies during your stay. We also provide dog bowls, waste bags and towels for messy paws. Infant Accessories: We have a playpen/crib/changing table combo, high chair, baby bath, and baby gate. Note: The wood stove in the game room is decorative and non-functional. Perfectly situated for mountain and valley adventures, Firefly Meadows is your ideal home away from home. Book your stay today and immerse yourself in the beauty of Mills River Valley! Guest access The entire home and three acres are available to our guests and a stairless entry makes it easy to access. Please note the wood stove pictured in the game room, is only decorative and does not work. Please note, that stays over 28 days require a separate and signed rental agreement, additional cleaning fee, and security deposit. In addition, third parties who are not staying in the home and are instead booking on behalf of workers/employees will need to provide a $500 security deposit prior to issuance of entry codes etc. 📜IN ADDITION, PLEASE NOTE: *QUIET HOURS 10:00 PM - 8:00 AM to respect neighbors. *NO PARTIES OR EVENTS. *NO SMOKING OR VAPING ON PREMISES. *NO ILLEGAL SUBSTANCES OR ACTIVITIES ALLOWED ON PREMISES. *NO WEAPONS ALLOWED ON PREMISES. *MINIMUM AGE OF RESERVATION HOLDER MUST BE 25 YEARS OLD. *CANCELLATIONS ARE NOT SUBJECT TO INCLEMENT WEATHER OR NATURAL DISASTERS. *A $250 maintenance fee will be charged if the hot tub requires draining and cleaning due to rule violations. No pee pads inside; please clean up after pets using provided waste bags and dispose of in the outdoor silver garbage can. Pets left alone must be crated indoors. CANCELLATION POLICY Please note our cancellation policy is non-negotiable. In addition, we can not move dates. We suggest buying travel insurance to protect from unexpected plan changes. Other things to note The cottage is located in the heart of Mills River right off the main thoroughfare and convenient to so many wonderful activities: * 10 min to the entrance of Pisgah National Forest full of hiking, fly fishing, cycling, mountain biking, waterfalls and tubing down the crystal clear Davidson River *20 minutes to the infamous Sliding Rock * 20 min to Dupont State Forest with more waterfalls Like Triple, High and Hooker Falls, hiking and mountain biking * 7-18 min to Sierra Nevada Brewing, Bold Rock Cidery, Burning Blush Brewery Mills River Brewing and the quaint downtown areas of Brevard or Hendersonville (the Asheville of 20 years ago) *25 minutes to the Biltmore Estate and downtown Ashevlille *30 minutes to ziplining, whitewater tubing or rappelling waterfalls in the Green River Gorge * 8 minutes to a very large and well stocked grocery store * 11 minutes to Asheville airport