In Columbus .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Columbus vacation home, you'll find St. Luke's Hospital and House of Flags Museum. Tryon Arts & Crafts School and Tryon Country Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Tryon International Equestrian Center - 11 min drive - 19.8 km
BMW Performance Center - 37 min drive - 68.6 km
Biltmore Estate - 44 min drive - 76.6 km
Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance - 45 min drive - 74.4 km
Getting around
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 29 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 2 min drive
Wendy's - 3 min drive
Bojangles - 2 min drive
Sidestreet Pizza & Pasta - 11 min drive
Subway - 3 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Smaland Falls | Foothills Home with Pool, Hot Tub, Sauna, Waterfall & Walking Trails
Smaland Falls | Luxury Foothills Retreat with Pool, Hot Tub, Sauna & Private Waterfall Near Tryon
Welcome to Smaland Falls, a private luxury retreat in the Tryon Foothills where mountain views, resort-style amenities, and room to gather create an unforgettable Western North Carolina getaway. Tucked into the shadows of the Blue Ridge Mountains, this custom-built home offers the privacy and comfort guests are looking for, with a private pool, hot tub, sauna, pond, walking trails, birdwatching, and a scenic 300-foot waterfall right on the property.
Just minutes from Columbus and Tryon International Equestrian Center, Smaland Falls feels peaceful and secluded while still keeping you close to restaurants, events, shopping, and outdoor adventure. Whether you are planning a family vacation, horse show stay, or relaxing group escape, this home combines luxury, convenience, and natural beauty in one extraordinary setting.
What You'll Love * Private foothills estate with a pool, hot tub, sauna, pond, trails, and waterfall * Spacious 5-bedroom layout with 6 full bathrooms * Custom home designed for gathering, entertaining, and relaxing * Main-level king suites, including a primary suite with soaking tub and mountain views * Lower-level entertaining space with an additional lounge area and secondary kitchen * Rare birdwatching opportunities throughout the property * Less than 3 miles to Columbus and under 10 miles to Tryon International Equestrian Center * Easy access to Asheville, Greenville, and Charlotte for day trips and travel convenience
Home Features 5 bedrooms | 6 full bathrooms | Sleeps 12 in beds * Open-concept living and dining area with access to the main deck and screened porch * Spacious living room with Blue Ridge Mountain views, ample seating, streaming access, Dish, and an electric fire feature * Skylights throughout the main level for exceptional natural light * Two laundry rooms for added convenience * Main-level primary suite with king bed, mountain views, walk-in shower, soaking tub, and large walk-in closet * Two additional main-level bedroom suites, each with a king bed & two terrace-level guest suites * All bedrooms have ensuite baths * Lower-level family room with pool deck access and secondary kitchen for entertaining
Outdoor Features * Private pool open May 1 through early October * Hot tub for relaxing after a day of exploring * Sauna for a spa-like wellness experience * Poolside cabana with zip-up screening for a bug-free retreat. Cabana includes comfortable seating, a gas fire table, and a smart TV * Gas grill for outdoor meals * Screened porch and main deck for enjoying the mountain air * Private pond and more than 2 miles of on-site walking trails with a on-property waterfall with benches and directional signage. Waterfall trail is approximately 300 feet with a 7% grade. Waterfall flow varies depending on rainfall * Excellent birdwatching with opportunities to spot rare birds on the property
Practical Details * Internet speed: Download 142 Mbps | Upload 11.2 Mbps * Smaland Falls is a family home in a family area and is available to families or responsible adult groups * Pool is open from May 1 through early October * Guests should use their own accounts to access streaming services * Parking for up to 8 vehicles. No trailers allowed, including horse trailers * Linens & towels provided (one set per guest) * Easy self check-in for a smooth arrival * Minimum booking age: the reserving guest must be 25+
Trail Features * Over 2 miles of private walking trails on the property * The waterfall is about a half-mile from the home. Signs in front of the home point guests in the right direction * Trails connect to FETA riding trails. A basic trail map is provided in the guest book * Guests may walk the trails, but horseback riding is reserved for FETA members only
Pool Notes * Seasonal outdoor pool (May 1 through mid-September), ideal for warm-weather enjoyment. Please note the pool is not heated. * Pool is skimmed each morning by the caretaker, with a deeper clean every Wednesday * The pool is 8 feet deep in the center and drops off quickly from the shallow end * Swimming is at your own risk * Dogs are not allowed in the pool
Location Highlights 10 minutes → Downtown Columbus 20 minutes → Tryon International Equestrian Center for horse shows, shopping, dining, and seasonal events 20 minutes → Historic Downtown Saluda for ziplining, whitewater rafting, hiking, shopping, and dining 30 minutes → Hendersonville for downtown strolling, shopping, dining, and seasonal events 40 minutes → Asheville Regional Airport 50 minutes → Downtown Asheville for restaurants, galleries, shopping, spas, and entertainment Under 1 hour → Blue Ridge Parkway access and scenic mountain adventures Driving distance → Greenville, SC and Charlotte, NC airports Close to → World's Edge, foothills hiking, and outdoor recreation throughout Western North Carolina
Extras with Yonder * Discounted Biltmore tickets: after booking, you'll receive a guest-only code for ticket savings * Yonder Experience Program: optional discounts on curated adventures (fly fishing, waterfall hikes, in-home chef dinners, yoga, art workshops, and more)
Professionally managed by Yonder, a local team focused on a smooth, standout stay.
⭐ Yonder Policies & Information
Cleaning Fee & Clean Guarantee Yonder is committed to full transparency. All cleaning fees are clearly disclosed and backed by our **100% Clean Guarantee**. Reach out to our Guest Experience Team for further details.
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.
Pet Policy Dog-friendly home! Up to two dogs are welcome with a $130 non-refundable pet fee.
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.
Extended Stays Reservations of 30+ days are subject to additional review. Stays exceeding 90 days require a separate agreement. A security deposit, mid stay cleaning fees and trash pick up fees may apply depending on the length of stay.
Payments If booked more than 14 days before arrival, 50% is due at booking and the remaining balance is due 14 days before check-in. If booked 14 days or fewer before arrival, full payment is due at booking.
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 Failure to complete verification may result in cancellation.
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Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Housekeeping (on request)
Unit size: 2,848 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets are welcome
Only dogs are allowed
Maximum 2 pets
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
450637
Frequently asked questions
How close is Smaland Falls | Foothills Home with Pool, Hot Tub, Sauna, Waterfall & Walking Trails to the airport?
This vacation home is 27.4 mi (29-min drive) away from the Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Smaland Falls | Foothills Home with Pool, Hot Tub, Sauna, Waterfall & Walking Trails have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
Does Smaland Falls | Foothills Home with Pool, Hot Tub, Sauna, Waterfall & Walking Trails offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Smaland Falls | Foothills Home with Pool, Hot Tub, Sauna, Waterfall & Walking Trails?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home.
What time is check-in at Smaland Falls | Foothills Home with Pool, Hot Tub, Sauna, Waterfall & Walking Trails?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Smaland Falls | Foothills Home with Pool, Hot Tub, Sauna, Waterfall & Walking Trails?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Smaland Falls | Foothills Home with Pool, Hot Tub, Sauna, Waterfall & Walking Trails have a pool?
Yes, there's a private pool.
Does Smaland Falls | Foothills Home with Pool, Hot Tub, Sauna, Waterfall & Walking Trails have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Smaland Falls | Foothills Home with Pool, Hot Tub, Sauna, Waterfall & Walking Trails to downtown Columbus?
This vacation home is 1.2 mi away from Columbus.
Smaland Falls | Foothills Home with Pool, Hot Tub, Sauna, Waterfall & Walking Trails Reviews
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Mark H.
Jun 24, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful stay at this property! The house was spotless and well-maintained, with a spacious kitchen perfect for our group meals. We especially enjoyed the private pool and hot tub—great for relaxing after a day of exploring. Highly recommend!
Mark H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
Jan 2, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Views
House was set up perfectly for our 10 family members. Open main level family room that flows into the kitchen with plenty of seating and large dining table. Windows lined the back with gorgeous Mountain View’s We woke to grazing deer every morning and took several hikes around the property.
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Samantha K.
Aug 22, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful escape
We stayed at this property for a horse show at the Tron international equestrian center, and it was perfect. We had a great location to cook dinner together and cool off from the August heat
Samantha K.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Eileen C.
Aug 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house and area
This is a great house for a family vacation. The house is beautiful, spotless and well equipped. The grounds are amazing, kids and adults loved the pool, and the area is perfect for nature hikes and bike rides.
Eileen C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
Jul 6, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for family vacation!
Our family spent a week at this property. We were so impressed with the house and its management. Spotless exterior and interior! So well stocked with almost everything you can think of. Lot of communal space inside and outside and all bedrooms were comfortable and nicely furnished. We plan to return next year!!
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kerry N.
Nov 29, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Terrific Trip to Smaland Falls
Our extended family recently stayed at Smaland Falls. The setting is absolutely spectacular...beautiful rolling hills and long range mountain views. Importantly, the house is very accessible -- max 10 minutes to highway and shopping/grocery. There was plenty of space to spread out and it felt much larger than described. The hot tub was also a huge hit. We would absolutely visit again.
Kerry N.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Annette N., Charlotte,Nc
Sep 10, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous
The property is pristine from the view to the details of the amenities. It was just a beautiful trip. We absolutely plan to stay there again.
Annette N.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Scott G.
Aug 23, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Smaland Falls is a dream!
This property is absolutely amazing. Easy check in, no issues during our stay (small issue with hot tub, remedied quickly) and the most beautiful property that you could imagine. We had 12 guests and everyone was very comfortable. The fishing pond was nice, but we only caught 1 fish the whole time we were there. Maybe they havent stocked it or something, but was kind of disappointing. The pond was still beautiful and the waterfalls were very nice as well. Something that we were not aware of before our stay, is that Dogs are NOT ALLOWED in the pool. I wish we would have known this ahead of time, because our dog loves the water. We had to keep him leashed by the pool and he just cried. Again, this is very minor, but should be noted. We do understand the reasoning by the owners. All in all, amazing stay, amazing property, amazing views! Thanks!
Scott G.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sheena M.
Jul 30, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
This property is absolutely stunning. The land and the view of the mountains are so peaceful. The pool was by far our favorite! We had 6 adults and 5 kids and we had a ton of room. There are so many amenities in the home which makes the stay easier. The property manager was easy to work with and did a great job communicating. If you are looking for a clean, well maintained and absolutely gorgeous home for your vacation this is it!!
Sheena M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Eileen C.
Jul 15, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Just beautiful!
A lovely, well-equipped house in a gorgeous location. With its own pool, pond and waterfall, we all had a great time.
Eileen C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Trey G.
Feb 20, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Property
Just an amazing property! We had a blast and will be back!
Trey G.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Roland P.
Dec 28, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place for a family gathering
Plenty of space. Even more than the pictures advertise. The house had everything we needed. The property was beautiful with lots of wildlife.
Roland P.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Mark G.
Dec 24, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful property
The house was wonderful. Everything we could have hoped for. Highly recommend!
Mark G.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
Nov 25, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
It had the most well stocked kitchen I had ever seen.
It was so easy. You knew exactly what you were getting.
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
Candice A., Venetia, Pa.
Aug 23, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
The place is amazing, we will be back!
We enjoyed the privacy and cleanliness of this home. The care taker was so nice and gave us a history of the property.
Candice A.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Joanne S., West islip
Jul 16, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family reunion
Perfect place to meet with family. Some from NY. Some from FLA. Great fun for kids, 6 and 9. Loved the coffee and cocktail bar. Lots of beds and baths. Very comfy beds. So, so clean. Not a fan of the bees but you just have to be careful.
Joanne S.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Jeff C.
Jun 30, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
The pictures of this property does not do it justice. It it beautiful!
Check in was a breeze, and the house was spotless and equipped with everything we needed.
The grounds are beautiful and well kept.
Our family had 4 adults and 4 children ages 7 to 11, plus a small dog.
This vacation was perfect!
We had plenty of room for everyone to spread out and relax or hang out together in the pool, go fishing and hiking.
The kids spent most of their time swimming, catching fish and fire flies, playing ping pong and making s’mores.
We tried some local restaurants, and a couple of adults visited a local vineyard.
We cooked meals, enjoyed coffee on the screened porch while watching deer, wild turkeys and people horseback riding.
I can not think of anything that would have made this vacation better or more enjoyable.
None of us wanted to leave, especially the kids.
We hope to book another visit soon!
Jeff C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
dan m., Blackwood, NJ
Aug 15, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
The Gangs all Here
Wow! What an amazing vacation with our family. Ages ranged from 2 to 90, with my father as the oldest and all our grand children ages 2,3,4,5,6. The house was perfect, with 5 bedrooms all with their own bathrooms, and a bunkroom for the grandkids. The owners thought of everything and more, the house was so well equipped with everything we could have possibly needed and more. We just needed to bring food and clothes and then relax and enjoy the gorgeous property. The views from every bedroom and the living area were spectacular. We were greeted every morning with deer in the meadow, and they came to say goodnight every evening after dinner. We enjoyed the pool and hot tub, hiked to the falls, and played ping pong in the garage. My son and I played a round of golf at a nearby golf course, the course was beautiful, challenging, and reasonable. ($26 senior rate) My only concern is we took the kids fishing at the pond on the property for about 10 minutes, when my son and son in law were attacked and stung multiple times each by what they think were yellow jackets. Luckily the grandkids were not stung. They had to leave some of the fishing gear there and go back and get it later because the bees were swarming. So if you go fishing be careful, the bees came out of the ground. All in all we had an amazing experience and would give Smaland Falls 5 stars, plus 1 for all the extras. Thank you for helping to make our vacation relaxing and enjoyable. I would be remiss if I did not give the highest of praise to Tony the property caregiver, who was there to greet us and give us a rundown of the property and came back several times during the week to check on the pool and the hot tub and to make sure we had everything we needed. He even brought us a dozen fresh eggs from a local farmer. Thanks Tony, you are the Man.
dan m.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Cara R.
Jul 25, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Best Rental I’ve ever stayed in!
Every year, we rent a house for a family beach week. This year, I talked everyone into this beautiful mountain house and we were thrilled!! House has absolutely everything- high end appliances, beds and sheets are great, stocked with paper towels, toilet paper, large shampoo/conditioner in each amazing bathroom. My kids never showered in the same shower twice, they needed to try them all 🤣
Weather was amazing (some cool days and some hot days in July) wonderful outdoor space as well. I could keep going. Only downfall for us was the 9hr drive from Maryland!
Cara R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Caitlin R.
Jul 17, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful getaway
We have stayed in several rental houses and this one tops them all. The house was large and had plenty of space for everyone to gather together. The views were amazing and the pool and fishing pond kept our crew totally entertained. We would highly recommend this property!
Caitlin R.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Diane B.
Jul 1, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
very impressed
Surprised at how well the property was stocked. Pantry, kitchen, pool house, didn't need to bring half the "extras" I did. The biggest compliment I can give is that the property totally impressed my 12 yr old grandson, who is very difficult to impress.! Would highly recommend this property!!!!!!!
Diane B.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
debra s.
Jun 17, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
Beautiful location. House and property well maintained. Kitchen was well supplied with utensils, pots, pans and dishes. Lots of thoughtful little things such as great hand washing soap, nice towels and linens. We really enjoyed the trails, waterfall and pool. It was a wonderful week with the family.
debra s.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Sherrie A.
Apr 11, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Family Motocross Fun
The space was perfect for our teenage Boys senior year spring Break/motocross adventure in the Carolinas!!! The property is beautiful, spacious and perfect for our time there.
Thank You Smalland Falls!!!
Sherrie A.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Carmen C.
Sep 23, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
The best house I have rented!
This house is beautiful!!! the views are stunning, you can not get bored here if you like nature, fishing in the pond was so entertaining for the men in the group. The pool is perfect, the kiddos had so much fun! The house has everything you need, I brought so many things thinking that it would be like other houses I have rented and I was surprised to find almost everything I needed!
We had a wonderful time, everybody agreed that we must go back next year!
PS. Tony is a great person to talk with!
Carmen C.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Nancy P.
Aug 19, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Get away from it all!
Beautiful home nestled in the mountains of North Carolina. Spectacular hiking trails with waterfalls right in the backyard. The fish were biting and the pool and hot tub were refreshing. We had a great stay at Smaland Falls!