Places to Stay on Your Mountain Summer Vacation
Savor the sunny days of summer with a trip to the mountains of Western North Carolina. Brevard is an ideal place for a getaway, with crisp mountain streams, cool waterfalls, and high-elevation views that will take your breath away. It’s never too early to start planning your dream summer vacation, so let’s get started.
Stay Near Hiking Trails & Waterfalls
Over half of Transylvania County is public land, so you’re never far from an outdoor activity. But, if staying near the parks and forests is a priority, we recommend these lodging options:
- Black Bear Lodge – charming rustic stay in Sapphire with elegant amenities, close to Gorges State Park
- Pines Country Inn – cozy B&B near DuPont State Recreational Forest and Pisgah National Forest
- Pisgah Inn – hotel on the Blue Ridge Parkway with stunning views
- Pilot Cove – modern cabins with nice amenities near Pisgah National Forest
- DuPont Yurts – glamping near DuPont State Recreational Forest
Excited to stay close to the action? Explore more options on our Bed & Breakfasts, Lodges, and Inns page.
Enjoy Comfortable Accommodations With a Pool
For fuss-free lodging complete with free breakfast and a pool, Brevard is home to three familiar hotel brands:
All of these options are just a short drive from Downtown Brevard and Pisgah National Forest.
Discover more lodging options on our Hotels & Motels page.
Find a Campground Close to Nature
Bring the family rig out to a campground, or set up camp at a primitive campsite in the National Forest.
- Gorges State Park Campground – campground in Gorges State Park with tent, trailer, and RV sites, close to Gorges State Park waterfalls
- Davidson River Campground – campground in Pisgah National Forest, good for tent camping and RVs and close to Pisgah National Forest waterfalls and hiking (currently closed until September 2026)
- Pisgah Forest RV Park Campground – campground and RV park with convenient and unique amenities including a community garden and a fenced-in pet play area
Check out the Camping & RV page for more options for your home on wheels or sleeping under the stars.
Unwind With Resort-Style Amenities
Why not indulge a little on your mountain vacation? Transylvania County is home to some luxurious stays that will help you feel completely at ease.
- Valley Bear Farms – mountain wellness resort on 200 private acres in Pisgah National Forest with cold plunge and sauna therapy, private trails, disc golf, pickleball, and more
- Greystone Inn – luxury lodging on Lake Toxaway with a spa, full-service restaurant with an incredible wine list, access to the lake, tennis, and golf
Relax in a Cabin in the Mountains
Cabins and mountains are a timeless combination—perfect for your summer mountain retreat.
- Cabins at Seven Foxes – cozy cabins set on 10 acres near Panthertown Wilderness and Gorges State Park
- Ash Grove Cabins & Campground – rustic cabins near Cedar Mountain and DuPont State Recreational Forest
- Adventure Village & Lodging – family-friendly campground with cabins near the French Broad River and Pisgah National Forest
If cabins are your thing, explore more options on our cabin retreats page.
Plan a Summer Camp-Inspired Vacay
You’re never too old to live out your summer camp dreams as an adult. Stay in a cabin or rustic lodge that will transport you back to your days as a kid at camp.
- Deerwoode Reserve – also a former summer camp and a nature preserve with two private lakes, a bamboo forest, and walking trails
- Earthshine Lodge – former summer camp, close to Panthertown and Gorges State Park, beautiful rustic lodge with sweeping views of the mountains
Save on Your Next Trip
Memorable summer vacays don’t have to break the bank. Accommodations in Brevard and Transylvania County regularly run discounts throughout the year, so check out the Lodging Specials page to score a deal on your next Brevard getaway.
