Set on 100 acres of hot springs, this mountain spa resort in a Swiss-style building along the French Broad River is 9.8 miles from Paint Creek Recreation Area.

Minimal rooms and suites come with satellite TVs, minifridges and microwaves. Most also have in-room heart-shaped whirlpool tubs. There's also a 3-bedroom house with a full kitchen, a wraparound porch, a charcoal grill and a full-size outdoor hot tub. Wi-Fi is available.

Amenities include private open-air riverside mineral water hot tubs, massage and spa treatments, and a salon.