Welcome to Vanaprastha, a peaceful mountain retreat set on more than 20 private acres in Penrose, North Carolina. Surrounded by forest views, natural light, private trails, a pond, and small waterfalls, this nature-focused escape is ideal for guests looking for privacy, quiet, and easy access to some of Western North Carolina’s best outdoor adventure. Located near DuPont State Forest, Pisgah National Forest, Brevard, and Hendersonville, Vanaprastha is a beautiful home base for hiking, mountain biking, waterfall chasing, and relaxing in a serene mountain setting.
What You’ll Love
- Private 20+ acre mountain property in Penrose, NC (20 minutes from Downtown Brevard)
- Close to DuPont State Forest and Pisgah National Forest for hiking, mountain biking, and waterfalls
- Peaceful forest views and a quiet, nature-focused setting
- Decks and outdoor access from every room
- Large windows throughout the home that bring in natural light and beautiful wooded views
- Cozy living room with gas fireplace and wall of windows
- Expansive porch with outdoor seating and dining space
- Patio with charcoal grill and fire pit
- Private trail system winding through the wooded property
- Pond and small waterfalls on-site
- Outdoor shower, perfect after a day on the trails
- Fast Wi-Fi with approximately 600 Mbps speed
Home Features
3 bedrooms | 2 baths | Sleeps in beds: 6 | Max Occupancy: 6
- Spacious great room with gas fireplace and beautiful forest views
- Wall of windows that creates a bright, open connection to the outdoors
- Well-equipped kitchen for easy meals at home
- Comfortable dining and gathering spaces
- Lower-level family room with space to spread out
- Primary bedroom on the main level of private deck access
- Two bedrooms & a full bathroom on the lower level
- Laundry area for guest convenience
- TVs offer streaming capabilities only; guests may log in using their own accounts
- Keurig coffee, latte, and cappuccino maker provided
- Peaceful layout designed for quiet mornings, restful evenings, and connection with nature
Outdoor Features
- More than 20 private acres of peaceful mountain land
- Decks open from every room for easy indoor-outdoor living
- Expansive porch with outdoor seating and dining
- Patio with charcoal grill and fire pit
- Outdoor shower for rinsing off after hiking or biking
- Private wooded trail system
- Pond and small waterfalls on the property
- Beautiful forest views and natural surroundings
Want a closer look? Watch the full video tour of Vanaprastha on our YouTube channel for a room-by-room walkthrough.
Practical Details
- Linens & towels provided (one set per guest)
- Easy self check-in for a smooth arrival
- Minimum booking age: the reserving guest must be 25+
- Wi-Fi speed is approximately 600 Mbps
- TVs are streaming only; guests may use their own streaming accounts
- The greenhouse is strictly off limits and remains locked
- Pond is for viewing only; no fishing or swimming
- Charcoal grill is provided; guests must bring charcoal and lighter fluid
- After coals have fully cooled, please clean out the grill and place ashes in the trash
- Driveway parking available for 4 cars
Location Highlights
10 minutes → Jeter Mountain Farm Apple Orchard (apple picking, dining, seasonal events, indoor playground, cider, donuts and more)
15 minutes → Pisgah National Forest (trails, scenic drives, and outdoor adventure)
20 minutes → Brevard (restaurants, breweries, shopping, and local charm)
25 minutes → Hendersonville (dining, wineries, orchards, and downtown exploring)
30 minutes → Asheville Regional Airport
50 minutes → Asheville (art galleries, antiquing, dining, shopping and The Biltmore Estate)
Minutes to DuPont State Forest for hiking, mountain biking, and waterfalls
Ideal location for waterfall trips, mountain biking weekends, hiking getaways, and peaceful retreats
✨ Exclusive Yonder Biltmore Ticket Benefit When you book, you’ll receive a special code for discounted Biltmore Estate tickets. This guest-only perk makes it even easier to enjoy Asheville’s most iconic experience. Learn more about our Biltmore Estate ticket discount program.
✨ Yonder Experience Program Enhance your stay with discounts to curated adventures and immersive experiences—from falconry, fly fishing, and waterfall hikes to in-home chef dinners, art workshops, rooftop bar tours, yoga sessions, axe-throwing, scavenger hunts, and more.
Learn more about our Yonder Experience offerings.
Professionally managed by Yonder, our local team is dedicated to delivering a smooth, high-quality guest experience from booking through check-out, with thoughtful care and consistent support every step of the way. Our Guest Experience Team is available every day of the year from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM by phone, text, message, or email, with emergency support available overnight.
⭐ Yonder Policies & Information
Clean Guarantee All homes are backed by our 100% Clean Guarantee. The details are disclosed in your rental agreement.
Check-In / Check-Out Check in is at 4pm and check out is at 10am. We’re happy to review early and late check requests and will do our best to accommodate. While early check-in or late check-out can’t be guaranteed, we always make every effort to honor these requests when availability allows. Paid options may be available.
Pets Many of our guests have allergies, so we have maintained a pet-free environment so they can enjoy their vacation without the potential of an allergic reaction. If you have a pet, we are happy to recommend some alternatives nearby in our 'Pet Friendly Home' collection.
Quiet Policy This home is located in a peaceful, private mountain community. To preserve the relaxing setting for everyone, please keep noise to a respectful level at all times. Parties and disruptive behavior aren’t permitted, and we kindly ask that you be mindful of neighbors and quiet hours starting at 10pm.
Payment, Cancellation & Travel Insurance Please review our policies here.
Extended Stays Reservations of 30 days or more are subject to review; stays exceeding 90 days require an additional agreement. A security deposit, mid stay cleaning fees and trash pick up fees may apply depending on the length of stay.
Military Discount We proudly offer a 5% discount to active duty military members and veterans. Proper documentation is required. Reach out to our Guest Experience Team for details.
Last-Minute Bookings For reservations made **within 7 days of arrival**, additional verification is required to protect our homeowners and guests. This includes:
* A clear photo of a government-issued ID
* A full facial selfie of the primary guest holding that ID (must match the reservation name)
* A photo showing the last 4 digits of the payment method in the primary guest’s name
Subject to security screening for verification and authenticity. Failure to complete verification may result in cancellation.