The Dog Blog

There has been a lot of information posted recently about bluegreen algae (cyanobacteria) and the threat it poses to the health of dogs and people. At Barkwells, the safety of our pets and people…

We are thrilled to be featured in The Bark’s Summer 2019 edition as the editor’s pick for best stay! If you have not made your reservation yet there is still time to…

Cool them (and you) off at Barkwells this summer! Whether for a hike in the mountains to a waterfall, swimming in the pond, or just checking out the porch wildlife, Barkwells is…

Fifteen years ago, Michael and I followed our dream to the beautiful mountains of western North Carolina and discovered a sign on an old barn in a rural area near Asheville. The…

We are celebrating our 15th season, flowers are blooming, winter projects are complete, cabins are spic and span from spring cleaning and we are excited to welcome returning and new guests to Barkwells! Our…

Spring is just around the corner Book your stay at Barkwells today to take advantage of our stay 3 nights get 1 free and winter rates available until March 19th.  Available for reservations arriving…

  Bringing your dog with you on vacation is an exciting prospect, and more than 10,000 dogs and their people have enjoyed a vacation with us over the last 15 years! While…

  Our four-legged family never stays with us long enough. In Barkwells’ 15 year history, many guests have had their precious pups move on across the Rainbow Bridge. Years ago, Barkwells carved…

In Dog Years We’re 90! 2004-2019 In celebration of 15 years of Come. Sit. Stay.® Barkwells is offering a special promotion. Reserve your stay for the new year by January 31, 2019 to be…

Many guests are inquiring about the changes going on “next door” as they see the bamboo being removed on the other side of our perimeter fence. In 2016, Unity of The Blue…

  Welcome to Barkwells new look! We are so excited to partner with Atlas Branding of Asheville to update our website with a more dynamic and functional look! While the new site…

While most people come for the spectacular color and cool fall air in the gorgeous Blue Ridge Mountains, there is more going on here than you can throw your dog’s stick at! …