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Wrong Way River Lodge & Cabins
Asheville, North Carolina, United States · Independent · Accessible Luxury
Two former whitewater raft guides built this West Asheville retreat: 16 raised A-frame cabins they call Scappalachian, lined up along the French Broad River at 9 Midnight Drive. Ground broke in May 2021 and construction finished 27 August 2022. None of the cabins have televisions; each has a queen bed, a sleeper sofa, a record player with vintage vinyl, and a hammock. A 2.5-story River Lodge holds the canteen, lounge, and an eight-person boardroom.
- 16 rooms
- Opened 2022
- Neighborhood: West Asheville
About Wrong Way River Lodge & Cabins
- Two former whitewater raft guides founded the retreat, breaking ground in May 2021 and finishing construction on 27 August 2022.
- Its 16 raised A-frame cabins follow a design the owners call Scappalachian.
- None of the cabins have televisions; each instead includes a record player with vintage vinyl and a hammock.
History
Wrong Way River Lodge & Cabins is a boutique campground-style retreat in West Asheville, North Carolina, set along the French Broad River in the city's River Arts District corridor at 9 Midnight Drive. The property features 16 tiny A-frame cabins.
A locally owned independent hospitality venture, it was profiled on Asheville media in 2022 as a distinctive addition to the West Asheville riverside scene.
The setting
5 miles from Botanical Gardens at Asheville. 2 miles from Biltmore Estate.
Restaurants and bars
- The Canteen at Wrong Way River Lodge & Cabins — Café · Cafe
Experiences
- Curated selection of activities and equipment rentals — Arranged with local providers for paddle boarding and biking along the greenway, with equipment rentals.
- Curated experiences with volunteer opportunities — Guests can join volunteer opportunities through the curated experiences, helping improve Asheville's outdoor spaces.
Amenities
- Pet-friendly
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