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SwannanoaNorth Carolina28778US
4.85211
55Beautiful, pastoral setting. Our favorite sniff spot. My dog loves his time there.
55Lovely setting. Nice flat field.
25This is a beautiful property and I drove 40 minutes for it. However the parking instructions and gate access to the fenced area seems to be opposite. The sign where to park that is not the gate to open, at least that I was able to. Instructions say to not open the back gate, however that’s the only gate I could get open. It is a flat pasture and nothing else for dogs as far as enrichment. I made sure to screen shoot all instructions in case of not being able to open the app while there, there’s no instructions on accessing the river and walking the property. We spent maybe 3 minutes in the fenced area as it was hot with no shade, and that is stated in description. The photos show flowers and dogs playing in the river, and I wondered how others were able to do this. The instructions say nothing about the rest of the property or river. It’s very disappointing driving that long for nothing. It felt very misleading while I was there which was at most 10 minutes. Now that i’m back I see in the description to text for directions to the river. What a waste of a day for my dog.
55Lovely space!
55Our fav sniff spot yet! So beautiful and so much space. My guy loved the river
55This was our first sniffspot visit and it was great! The directions to the sniffspot were good. We could hear folks talking and laughing from the sniffspot, something to keep in mind if you have a dog that gets distracted by that. We will be back!
55Really enjoyed our time here
55Beautiful spacious space with gorgeous view. Our dog loves the space to run and feel free.
45Great big open grass field. We were the first ones there that day but the water provided in the big bucket was yellow so we didn’t use it.
55Beautiful!
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Hidden River Private Dog Park in Swannanoa, NC

Swannanoa, North Carolina
Fully Fenced
0.17 acres
4.85211 Reviews
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Hidden River Private Dog Park in Swannanoa, NC

Swannanoa, North Carolina
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Hosted by Jeanne S.
4.85211 Reviews
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Fully Fenced
0.17 acres
Hidden River Private Dog Park in Swannanoa, NC - Swannanoa, North Carolina
Hidden River Private Dog Park in Swannanoa, NC - Swannanoa, North Carolina
Hidden River Private Dog Park in Swannanoa, NC - Swannanoa, North Carolina
Fencing

98% of guests said fencing at this spot was secure enough to contain their dogs

This spot is fully fenced

Info provided by host

Note from host

Three rail horse fencing with chicken wire installed, including on cattle gate doors. Do not open the back gate. Just enter through the front gate.

Fencing height

4 feet (at lowest point)

Fencing types

Cattle with wire mesh, Wood - non-privacy

Gaps or holes in fence

No gaps

Enclosure

fully fenced

Fencing height (at lowest point)

4 feet

98% of guests said fencing at this spot was secure enough to contain their dogs

Fencing type(s): Cattle with wire mesh, Wood - non-privacy

Gaps or holes in fence: No gaps

Fencing details: Three rail horse fencing with chicken wire installed, including on cattle gate doors. Do not open the back gate. Just enter through the front gate.

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Distractions seen/heard from the spot

Other dogsSometimes

Other dogs

HOST REPORTS

Sometimes

“My dogs will be in my house and kept away from the fenced area during your visit.”

GUEST FEEDBACK

33% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Other domestic animalsSometimes

Other domestic animals

HOST REPORTS

Sometimes

“We have horses, goats and barn cats not far from the area. My dogs live on the property but we will not be in the fenced in area during your visit.”

GUEST FEEDBACK

38% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Other peopleSometimes

Other people

HOST REPORTS

Sometimes

“There are two ways of entry to the sniffspot. Before you let your dog in, make sure that no one has left the entrance open on the far side of the pasture. We are a wedding venue and, sometimes, if you are here in the evening, a wedding will be happening, (but not in late December to mid-March, typically). Typically employees are working on the property at all times during the event season. Until the winter, there are available bathrooms next to the tent, which is beside the sniffspot. There is a river on the property that your dogs can visit. Just text me at 828-333-3401 and let me know you are at the sniffspot to find out if it's ok to walk to the river and let your dogs play. If there's a wedding or if other employees have their dogs running loose at the time, I would tell you not to walk to the river. Likewise, if you wish to walk your dog on a leash on the roads around the farm, just text me to find out if that's ok. I like for people to enjoy the gardens, looking at the animals, the river, etc. but have to make sure there is nothing else happening on the farm at the time you are here, if you wish to be outside of the defined sniffspot area.”

GUEST FEEDBACK

52% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Private entryNo

Private entry

No

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Amenities

Field

Dog drinking water

Chairs

Rain shelter / sun shade

Trash can

Table

Pricing
15 credits per dog per hour

50% off all dogs after the 1st dog

25% off hourly price for 30 min visit

Members get discounts on all bookings at all spots by buying monthly credits!

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Location

Swannanoa, North Carolina

Description

We are back in action after the flood and the Swannanoa Valley where we are located is as beautiful as ever. I'm happy for our four legged friends to enjoy again our large, flat grassy fenced in area for unleashed dogs on a 20 acre farm and wedding venue (Hidden River Events) next to the Swannanoa River. Parking is just outside the fence on the grass. There is a large deck with seating for relaxing while your pup(s) play. If it has rained within 24-48 hours of your visit, the spot may be muddy (even though it is a grass pasture) so it is good to bring towels for your pup. The fenced area has no trees so, there is an umbrella provided. If you use it, make sure to close it before you depart. This is a large farm and the distance from the sniff spot to the river is a good ways. You are welcome to walk your dog on a leash to the river if you don't see any other dogs on the property or an event going on. In 2026, we are not having a lot of weddings un late August through mid-November, so you should be good to enjoy the river. If you have questions about where to walk to go to the river or if it's ok to enjoy more than the sniffspot itself, please text me at 828-458-5740. Horses and goats reside in their own fully contained pastures on the property away from the Sniff Spot. We have donkeys now as well. Donkeys are not like horses. Donkeys have the fight reflex, so do not allow your animals to get in the fenced in area with the donkeys. A donkey can kill a dog, easily. There is a water bucket on site to refill a water bowl if the bowl is empty when you arrive. There is water in the barn. We try to keep it filled, but sometimes miss it. Feel free to leash your dog and take him/her down to the river to play while you are on your visit.

Cleanliness

98% of guests said this spot was as clean as expected during their visit.

Hazards

HOST NOTE

This spot has a water feature, make sure to review these guidelines for visiting spots with water before visiting: https://help.sniffspot.com/article/167-how-to-keep-your-dog-safe-around-pools-and-water.

Host Rules

Minimum visit length
30 minutes
Required advanced notice for visits
1 hour
Max dogs per booking
10
Is the host present?
I generally do not meet my guests
Additional rules

Parking is on the grass just outside the entrance to the Sniff Spot where you will see the sign. If it has rained within 24-48 hours, it can be muddy, bring towels if needed. If you use the umbrella, please close it up when you are finished. Heater is available, propane is not. In the summer, it can get warm as the area has no trees, bring your sunscreen!

Community safety rules
Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.
Booking Policies
Community safety rules
Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

In addition, please make sure to read Sniffspot's booking policies

Booking Policies
Only one booking is allowed at a time at any spot and there is an enforced 30 min buffer between all bookings to ensure dogs in separate bookings do not meet.
This spot is set for Booking, which means you will be instantly confirmed for any booking you request. You will receive the address and access instruction immediately following booking.
Visits can be moved or cancelled up to 2 hours before a visit.
Visits can be extended and dogs can be added throughout the visit.

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Meet your host

Jeanne S.

Joined in September 2023

I own Hidden River and operate it as a farm and wedding venue. It is also my home. I am happy to offer. s safe place for guests to come with their dogs and enjoy the beauty of this amazing valley.

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