Barkwells

Barkwells Luxury vacation cabins on eight acres of fenced meadows and a pond, giving you and your pup lots of

Piper saw Santa's sleigh last night and she thinks she'd fit right in with the rest of the flying reindeer! 🦌🐶🎅🏻 We thin...
12/27/2024

Piper saw Santa's sleigh last night and she thinks she'd fit right in with the rest of the flying reindeer! 🦌🐶🎅🏻 We think she's got the form down. Now she just needs a little height 😂


Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from The Barkwells Pack! We wish you a warm, wonderful holiday season ❤️🎄☃🐶          ...
12/25/2024

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from The Barkwells Pack! We wish you a warm, wonderful holiday season ❤️🎄☃🐶

Clover is ready for Christmas Eve! She hopes Santa Paws knows she was extra good this year so she'll get all the new tre...
12/25/2024

Clover is ready for Christmas Eve! She hopes Santa Paws knows she was extra good this year so she'll get all the new treats and toys she asked for tomorrow 🎄🦴🎁

What are your pups getting for Christmas this year? And did they make it on the naughty or nice list? 🎅🏻🎁🐶

🌨❄️ Hello, winter! Today marks the first day of the coziest season of the year, and we’re dreaming of past snowy days at...
12/22/2024

🌨❄️ Hello, winter! Today marks the first day of the coziest season of the year, and we’re dreaming of past snowy days at Barkwells! Picture it: frosty mornings, crackling fireplaces, and pups bounding through a winter wonderland. 🐾☃️

Whether it’s a serene snowfall or a chilly stroll around the property, we can’t wait to share the magic of winter with you and your furry friends. Here’s to warm memories and wagging tails this season! ❄️🐶

Have you seen our new holiday ornaments this year? We think they're absolutely paw-fect! Stop by the office on your next...
12/20/2024

Have you seen our new holiday ornaments this year? We think they're absolutely paw-fect! Stop by the office on your next visit to get yours! 😍🐾🎄

Looking for a *howl-iday* escape? 🐾🎄 Our Snickers and Nugget's Lodge cabins are open for Christmas! Cozy cabins, crackli...
12/18/2024

Looking for a *howl-iday* escape? 🐾🎄 Our Snickers and Nugget's Lodge cabins are open for Christmas! Cozy cabins, crackling fires, and plenty of room for your whole pack—pups included! 🐶✨ Make this holiday one to remember at Barkwells, where the joy is unleashed and memories are made. Grab them while you can! 🐾

The sunset from the back porch of Bo’s Hideaway is simply stunning 🤩 if you haven’t had a chance to check out this cabin...
12/15/2024

The sunset from the back porch of Bo’s Hideaway is simply stunning 🤩 if you haven’t had a chance to check out this cabin yet, we highly recommend it!

Thanks to Michelle and Layton for sharing this beautiful photo with us!

Christmas in the mountains this holiday? 🐶❄️☃️Imagine cozying up by the fireplace on Christmas with breathtaking views a...
12/13/2024

Christmas in the mountains this holiday? 🐶❄️☃️

Imagine cozying up by the fireplace on Christmas with breathtaking views at 4000 feet! Our dog-centric Nugget's Lodge is open until Dec 27th. Looking for a last-minute holiday getaway for you and your family? Our Nugget’s Lodge cabin at Cold Mountain is the perfect winter escape. Stay warm and cozy by the fireplace while enjoying gorgeous mountain views at over 4000 feet! Book now through our website www.barkwells.com or by calling our office at 828-891-8288! 🐶❄️☃️

Check out our latest Dog Blog to see what tasty treats you can share with your pup this Thanksgiving! 🦃🍂🍽️https://barkwe...
11/27/2024

Check out our latest Dog Blog to see what tasty treats you can share with your pup this Thanksgiving! 🦃🍂🍽️

https://barkwells.com/dog-blog/safe-and-unsafe-thanksgiving-foods-for-your-dog

Thanksgiving can be a wonderful time to include your dog in the festivities—just make sure you’re giving them treats that are safe for their stomachs! By knowing what’s safe to share and what to avoid, you’ll keep the holiday fun and healthy for everyone.

Love to see this area coming back to life!!
11/17/2024

Love to see this area coming back to life!!

We had to give Gunner a 0/10 for his catching skills, but he got a 10/10 for the effort in his attempt 🤣                ...
11/17/2024

We had to give Gunner a 0/10 for his catching skills, but he got a 10/10 for the effort in his attempt 🤣

Roxi and Greta couldn't let their older sisters have all the fun posing for photos, so they had to get one, too! Several...
11/15/2024

Roxi and Greta couldn't let their older sisters have all the fun posing for photos, so they had to get one, too!

Several treats were eaten in the taking of this photo! 🤣

Check out our latest Dog Blog! https://barkwells.com/dog-blog/the-benefits-of-having-pet-insurance                      ...
11/13/2024

Check out our latest Dog Blog!

https://barkwells.com/dog-blog/the-benefits-of-having-pet-insurance

As a dedicated dog owner, you want to ensure that your furry friend receives the best care possible. One way to protect your dog's health and your finances is by investing in pet insurance. Here are some of the key benefits of having pet insurance for your dog.

🍂 Embracing fall by the pond at Barkwells! 🍁 Nothing like crisp air, colorful reflections, and peaceful vibes to give a ...
11/10/2024

🍂 Embracing fall by the pond at Barkwells! 🍁 Nothing like crisp air, colorful reflections, and peaceful vibes to give a relaxing start to your stay. Whether you’re cozying up by the fireplace or taking in the beauty of nature with your pup by your side, there’s something magical about autumn here. 🐾

Abbi and Nugget add the paw-fect touch to our Fall decorations! 🍁🧡🐶
11/08/2024

Abbi and Nugget add the paw-fect touch to our Fall decorations! 🍁🧡🐶

Come with your dogs.Sit or run and play.Stay in your happy place:BARKWELLS!This has rung true in the past few weeks more...
11/06/2024

Come with your dogs.
Sit or run and play.
Stay in your happy place:
BARKWELLS!

This has rung true in the past few weeks more than ever. We are so happy to have our little haven to keep our spirits lifted after the devastation of Helene. Seeing the dogs continue to run, play, and be happy on the property is enough to make even the harder days brighter. So bring your pups and come, sit, stay!

Roxi is rocking these fall vibes 😍🍁🧡
11/02/2024

Roxi is rocking these fall vibes 😍🍁🧡

Happy Howl-O-ween from the Barkwells Pack Pups! We’d love to see your pups in their costumes if they dressed up to do so...
10/31/2024

Happy Howl-O-ween from the Barkwells Pack Pups! We’d love to see your pups in their costumes if they dressed up to do some tricks for treats! Feel free to share your pictures in the comments below 🐶🎃👻

Address

290 Lance Road
Mills River, NC
28759

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 5pm
Sunday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

(828) 891-8288

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The Story of Barkwells

After 25 years in Tampa, FL, we packed up the kids, Rachel and Frank (now aka Kirby), our dog Snickers, cat Snowcap and moved to the mountains to change our careers and our lives. Michael’s family has vacationed “at the lake” in Minnesota for four generations and we wanted to create that same “aaaah” getaway feeling here in the beautiful Blue Ridge mountains.

It took a year to formulate our plan and find the right place, but in the fall of 2004, Barkwells presented itself ready to go with one cabin and an antique sign on the barn that read Barkwells Antique Gallery, Lexington Avenue, Asheville. It was a “sign” that we had found the perfect place to create a dog-friendly haven for vacationers. We were additionally fortunate to be able to purchase and renovate a home just across the street. Then we found Peppermint Patty, our second giant schnauzer, to round out our family.

We now have two locations – eight vacation cabins in Mills River, near Asheville, and two cottages and a pending renovation for two more in Pisgah Forest near Brevard. We have a terrific staff, verdant gardens, stocked ponds, a flock of chickens that provide eggs for us and guests and four entertaining (and sometimes fainting) goats.