Pilot Cove offers a complete vacation experience unlike anything in Western North Carolina. Enjoy privacy and modern luxury while visiting Brevard and Pisgah National Forest, with access to biking and outdoor recreation from your cabin! Pilot Cove shares a direct border with Pisgah National Forest for more than a mile. We plan to add campsites in the future. Contact us for more information.
Is Pilot Cove right for me?
Pilot Cove was designed with location in mind. We are the closest lodging to Pisgah National Forest you can find without actually camping in the forest. We are at the BASE of the mountains at 2200 feet elevation, bordered by Pisgah National Forest in a 64 acre wooded setting. 10 restaurants, 2 bike shops, a brewery, a tap room and Walmart are all within walking distance. We are an 8 minute drive from the beautiful town of Brevard. Our cabins are oriented for privacy and connection to the outdoors. If you are looking for long-range views and absolute seclusion, you should look on TOP of the mountains in an Airbnb. The trade off is you are typically a long way from anywhere on curvy, steep mountain roads.
Pilot Cove offers comfortable accommodations for travelers of all ages, interests, and activity levels. Guests are welcomed to utilize trails on-site, and encouraged to use bicycles as their primary mode of transportation to surrounding amenities and town (we’re right by the greenway!). If you prefer to drive, that’s fine too! All cabins feature private parking, and are accessible by car.
What is your minimum stay requirement?
Minimum stay requirements are shown on our booking platform and these stay requirements vary by season. These can occasionally be waived to accommodate one and two night stays if the request fits within our calendar. Please email us at [email protected] with your request and we will get back to you.
What if my desired cabin is unavailable?
If your desired cabin size is unavailable, please contact us directly to book! We will work to accommodate your request in an available cabin. We can be reached at [email protected] or at 1-866-PLT-COVE.
Can I make special requests regarding views and cabin locations?
Yes! We make every effort to accommodate all of our guests’ special requests on a first come first serve basis. The earlier you book, the greater our ability to accommodate your request.
Does each cabin have a view?
All cabins at Pilot Cove are designed and oriented for guest privacy and a pleasant setting. Views vary based on cabin orientation, surrounding trees and season. While we try our very best to accommodate view requests, we cannot guarantee specific cabin assignments. We can guarantee an assignment to the cabin size booked. Please inquire with any questions!
Are stairs required to access the cabin?
Are linens / bedding / towels provided or do I bring my own?
Linens, bedding, pillows, and towels are all provided in each cabin.
Are toiletries provided?
Yes, toiletries are provided in each cabin.
Can I bring my pets?
Dogs are allowed in 85% of our 20 cabins. We cannot allow pets in each cabin due to guests with pet allergies. ALL DOGS MUST BE PRE-APPROVED BY STAFF to confirm that you are booking a pet-friendly cabin. If you have any questions about our pet policy, please contact us for an answer.
Dogs are subject to $100 charge per cabin. ONE dog is allowed per efficiency cabin for the $100 pet fee. TWO dogs are allowed per one bedroom or two bedroom cabin for the $100 pet fee. Additional dogs are $50 per dog, with a max of 3 dogs allowed in a one bedroom cabin, and 4 dogs allowed in a two bedroom cabin. Dogs found without PRE-APPROVED reservations or in a non-pet friendly cabin are subject to a $300 fine per occurrence.
We unfortunately are not able to allow cats of any sort.
Pets are the full responsibility of their owners at all times. Pets must be leashed at all times. All pet waste on property must be collected and disposed of by their owner. Please abide by the pet rules to help us foster a safe, enjoyable environment for all guests and our animal companions.
What is your cancellation policy?
A 50% deposit is due at the time of booking. The remaining 50% is due 30 days before your arrival date.
Cancellations that are made more than 30 days prior to the arrival date will be assessed a 5% administrative fee of the booking deposit, and then the balance of the deposit shall be refunded. Cancellations within 30 days of check in date will result in a loss of 100% of the all monies paid. Pilot Cove offers trip insurance for 6.95% of your reservation to cover unforeseen emergencies or illnesses.
Do you offer trip insurance?
Yes! We offer trip insurance through Red Sky Travel Insurance (redskyinsurance.com) for 6.95% of your total reservation.
What is an accidental damage waiver?
We do not charge a security deposit when booking. However, by booking you agree that we can charge your credit card up to $3000 for any accidental damage that occurs during your stay. The other option is to purchase an accidental damage waiver for $39.99. This covers you for any accidental damage that occurs up to $3000.
Will I encounter insects and wildlife at Pilot Cove?
The Pilot Cove property is essentially a part of Pisgah National Forest, we share a contiguous border for over a mile. When designing Pilot Cove, we went to great lengths to preserve the forest environment for guests to enjoy along with modern comforts and conveniences. Please understand that you may encounter mosquitoes, insects, and other wildlife around the cabins and on the trails. It is difficult for us to control all insects and occurrences in the natural environment, although we do all we can!
Can my group use the amphitheater?
Yes! Please note the amphitheater is available by reservation only. Advance notice is required! For any formal events with parking, catering, etc needs, the reservation fee is required. Please contact us if you have a smaller group that would like to use the space.
Do you offer daily housekeeping?
We do not offer daily housekeeping. Housekeeping is offered once every seven (7) days for our longer stay guests. Cabins come furnished with extra linens and towels for replacements. If more are needed, please contact us at the number provided in the cabin and we will bring replacements. Stackable washer and dryer units are also located in each cabin for use.
Is there a discounted group rate available?
Please contact us to plan your group vacation for multiple cabin and campsite reservations. Discounted group rates and availability vary by season.
Can I bring tents or have extra guests sleep on the floor?
Tents are not permitted around the cabins. Efficiency cabins have an allotted occupancy of two guests. One bedroom cabins have an allotted occupancy of four guests. Two bedroom cabins have an allotted occupancy of 6 guests.
Is camping available at Pilot Cove?
Camping at Pilot Cove is not permitted at this time. However we are in the process of developing a campground for future use. Planned amenities in the campground include picnic tables, fire rings, flat tent sites, tarp stringing anchors for weather protection, a “shed” at each campsite for secure bike and gear storage, electricity, wi-fi access, and bath houses with hot showers and laundry facilities. Check back soon for updates on our campground progress!
What do I do with trash and recycling?
Trash and recycling receptacles are located throughout the property. Please locate the closest receptacle and bring your waste and recycling there. Housekeeping will dispose of trash and recycling in the cabin upon check out.
Pilot Cove, Brevard, and Pisgah National Forest are open!
Please reference the Explore Brevard webpage for more information. We look forward to welcoming you soon!
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Winter Monthly Rentals!
We are offering a limited number of our cabins available for monthly rentals in November, December, January, and February.
Please contact us to inquire
We are not a FEMA approved lodging facility. We do not accept FEMA vouchers.