Pilot Cove Hotel - Pisgah Forest

Forest lodging at the entrance to Pisgah National Forest with private mountain-view decks

Location & Surroundings

Pilot Cove is situated in Pisgah Forest, 48 km from Biltmore Estate and 31 km from Caesars Head State Park. The property sits at the entrance to Pisgah National Forest, with trailheads within a 15-minute drive. Downtown Brevard is 10 minutes south, with shops, breweries, and restaurants.

Cabins & Rooms

Each cabin at Pilot Cove cabins has a private balcony with mountain views and a spacious deck with a hammock. Rooms include a mudroom-style entry with hooks for gear, a full kitchen, and a washer/dryer. The one-bedroom house has a separate bedroom, a sofa bed, and a full bathroom with a shower.

On-Site Amenities

Pilot Cove NC offers free private parking and a terrace with mountain views. An on-site amphitheater is available for events, and a 2-mile hiking trail starts on the property. A coffee and donut truck called the Velvet Cup operates at the entrance near the Hub bike shop.

Pet-Friendly & Family

Pilot Cove Brevard is pet-friendly, with cabins that allow dogs and a dog waste station near the driveway. Family rooms are available, and the cabins have a full kitchen and washer/dryer for convenience. The large decks and hammocks provide space for children to play.

Adventure & Recreation

Pilot Cove in Pisgah Forest is located near the Hub bike shop and Ecusta Brewing, with direct access to mountain biking and hiking trails. The Pisgah National Forest offers attractions like Looking Glass Falls and Sliding Rock within a short drive. Guests can also use the Brevard Greenway, accessible across the street.

• Location: Entrance to Pisgah National Forest, 10 minutes from downtown Brevard
• Rooms: Private balconies with mountain views, full kitchens, washer/dryer
• Amenities: On-site amphitheater, 2-mile hiking trail, free parking
• Pet-Friendly: Dog-friendly cabins with waste station
• Recreation: Direct access to biking & hiking trails, Hub bike shop, Velvet Cup coffee