Asheville’s Best Kept Secret: A Day at The Horse Shoe Farm
Just a short drive from Asheville and only minutes from the Asheville airport sits one of Western North Carolina’s most peaceful hidden gems. The Horse Shoe Farm in Hendersonville is a place where wellness, nature, and hospitality come together in the most thoughtful way.
And the best part? You don’t have to be an overnight guest to enjoy it.
A Day of Wellness and Calm
With a Farm Day Pass, locals can experience everything that makes this boutique retreat so special. Spend the afternoon at The Stable Spa, where rustic charm meets luxury. Guests can float in the saltwater pool, move between the sauna, steam room, jacuzzi, and cold plunge, or simply relax in the lounge surrounded by soft light and mountain air.
Massages and personalized treatments are available to add on, creating a perfect day of rest and renewal — no travel required.
Farm to Table Dining, Open to Everyone
Whether you’re spending the day at the spa or just stopping by for a meal, The Silo Cookhouse is a reason to visit all on its own. The restaurant is open to the public for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, serving fresh seasonal dishes that celebrate Appalachian flavors.
Meals are shared communally, so it feels more like dining at a friend’s farmhouse than at a restaurant — warm, inviting, and beautifully intentional.
For Those Who Do Stay
While day guests are always welcome, I can personally attest that the cottages at The Horse Shoe Farm are just as incredible as the spa itself. The property offers a collection of beautifully designed homes and cottages, each one unique, cozy, and perfectly appointed for comfort.
From romantic weekend getaways to full property rentals for weddings or retreats, every space carries the same blend of mountain charm and understated luxury that makes the farm so unforgettable.
A Place for Locals, Too
It’s easy to think of places like this as resort destinations, but The Horse Shoe Farm has gone out of its way to make its amenities accessible to locals. You can enjoy the spa, the restaurant, yoga and wellness programming, or simply stop by to take in the peaceful views — all without an overnight stay.
It’s the kind of place that instantly slows your breathing and quiets your mind, a reminder that rest doesn’t have to mean getting away. Sometimes it’s just finding the right place to exhale.
The Horse Shoe Farm
155 Horse Shoe Farm Dr., Hendersonville, NC 28791
(828) 393-3034
www.thehorseshoefarm.com
