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Award Winning Historical Cottage in Montford *2 Blocks to Downtown

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Welcome to the Sallie Lee Cottage!!
Just two blocks from downtown!
Private driveway. Can fit up to two vehicles!
Private back porch. Perfect fro ice cold sweet tea sippin'.
Secluded back porch!. Wonderful area to enjoy your breakfast or morning coffee!

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 497.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Asheville, NC
  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
    7 min walk
  • Grove Arcade
    9 min walk
  • Fired Up Creative Lounge Ashville
    10 min walk
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    18 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

The Butterscotch Room

1 Queen Bed

The Terracotta Room

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Award Winning Historical Cottage in Montford *2 Blocks to Downtown

Proud to be a Victorian, the Sallie Lee Cottage is an exquisite example of the architectural wonders of the late 1800s. Around 1880, Sallie Lee built a stick-style Victorian cottage on Ashland Avenue. In doing this, she became the first woman to own a home in Western North Carolina. The cornerstone of this beautiful home centers around the exterior architectural displays of lines, angles, and ornate grids. Furthermore, the interior is equally exceptional, centering around its unique triangular fireplace; which results a distinct Latin cross floor plan.

The home boasts two bedrooms and one full bath. The Butterscotch Room has a fully functioning gas fireplace and access to the Mahogany Tea Room. The Tea Room is bathed in sunlight and offers access to the homes' two front porches! Enjoy a warm cup of tea relaxing in a vintange velvet chair. Lastly, the Terracotta Room has a full sized wardrobe which was built using the original flooring pulled from the home during the restoration process. Each bedroom has a brand new queen sized bed and plenty of natural light.

The bathroom offers a full sized bathtub and shower, plush towels and essential toiletries, just in case!

The cozy living room is inviting for great conversation centered around the gas fireplace. Shared with the dining space, the home also utilizes Google Home for anything and everything the internet has to offer.

The unique floor plan continues in to the kitchen where you will find the cabinets completely stocked and ready for any chef!

The property offers off-street parking with a private driveway and fits up to two vehicles. Additional parking avail

Property manager

Justin Moore
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 12
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Adults only

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Open to some accommodations, please inquire.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Small pets (less than 50lbs). No parties. No open flames (e.g. burning candles)

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Asheville

Located in Asheville, this holiday home is in the city centre. Shoppers can check out Asheville Outlets, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Biltmore Estate and Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville, or consider The Orange Peel for a night out. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and hiking/biking trails.
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Asheville, NC

What's nearby

  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 7 min walk
  • Downtown Market Asheville - 10 min walk
  • Wicked Weed Brewing - 18 min walk
  • The Orange Peel - 19 min walk
  • University of North Carolina at Asheville - 4 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Battery Park Book Exchange And Champagne Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Asheville Yacht Club - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Bier Garden - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Noble Cider Downtown - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Crow & Quill - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Award Winning Historical Cottage in Montford *2 Blocks to Downtown pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Award Winning Historical Cottage in Montford *2 Blocks to Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Award Winning Historical Cottage in Montford *2 Blocks to Downtown?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Award Winning Historical Cottage in Montford *2 Blocks to Downtown located?

Located in Historic Montford, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Asheville Visitor Center and Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville. Asheville Convention and Visitors Bureau and Basilica of Saint Lawrence are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joanna S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Biltmore trip
Lovely home and neighborhood. Would like to come back in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shula N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect stay
This is a great place to stay in Asheville. The location cannot be beat and the house itself is clean and cozy and has everything you need for a comfortable stay. The hosts are super responsive and friendly (not that I needed much for them). It was great staying somewhere that is walking distance to downtown, but not in the heart of it all.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Caroline F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Not our cup of tea
First, let me say this review is based purely upon our experience and bears no malice. I only want to give my honest opinions. The location is great. The neighborhood is very pretty. However:The two front porches were inaccessible from the house interior. Only easily accessible patio had rickety doll-sized chairs and overlooked the trash cans. Shower water turned cold in mid-shower (after 5 minutes ). No broom, dustpan, vacuum, or any other cleaning utensils. Dishwasher impossible to start.. Both mattresses too hard; I had a backache every morning when i got up. TV choices minimal. Netflix would not play, for example, even though I am a subscriber. Overall? No, I would not come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
convenient and quaint
It is perfect for a family of 4 wanting to walk to downtown Asheville —a 10—to 15-minute walk. The rooms are nicely decorated and have comfortable beds. We ate dinner out, so the small kitchen was not a concern for us. It had just rained the days before our arrival, and there were many mosquitos, so we did not use the small porch much and took advantage of the bug spray in the pantry.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay at excellent cottage
Wonderful cottage, very comfortable and clean. The neighborhood was nice and it was an easy walk or drive to the downtown area. There was an issue before we arrived. Justin reached out to us, communicated about the issue and corrected it as soon as possible. Would definitely recommend the cottage and will definitely stay there next time we go to Asheville.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Alex G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Beautiful cottage and great location near downtown
We enjoyed the cleanliness of the home and antique decor. The location was perfect for walking to downtown Asheville! The owner was very responsive when contacted. The main issue we had with the property is that the owner lives in an “apartment” under the house. This wasn’t obvious or even mentioned in the posting. We wouldn’t have rented if we had known this beforehand.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming, clean and convenient
Really nice place to chill out in after long days exploring Asheville. After a long drive to reach town, it was nice to be able to walk to so many things and leave the car in the driveway. Nice combination of history and creature comforts. Hosts were very responsive to our questions. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cottage
Great location. Quiet street. Walking distance to visitors center and downtown. Communication with property manager is excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
Justin was great to deal with. It’s an old house so a little quirky but nothing that really mattered. I’d definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holli S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sallie Lee Cottage
Excellent host, location, condition of property...I will definitely be a repeat guest and will highly recommend to others.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Asheville Stay
The property was as advertised and in a great location. There was a cleaning issue for the first night, so Jason put us up in a nearby hotel for the night. The swing on the front porch did fall from the joists, but other than that we enjoyed our stay and would go back again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls trip
This cottage is very charming! The location is great. We were able to walk all around downtown from the cottage. My only suggestion would be some shades in the bathroom for a little more privacy. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

andy s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
short get away
would stay there again in a heart beat, Perfect for the two of us. Nice to be so close to town!,
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage and lovely hosts!
A friend and I stayed only one night and strolledl around downtown. Our hosts responded rapidly and made excellent recommendations. Check in was a breeze. So was check out. The cottage was furnished well with plenty of clean towels. I highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Barbara K
Our stay in the historic house in the Montfort area was so enjoyable. The location is perfect in a very friendly neighborhood and near everything. We would highly recommend it as a cozy getaway. Our host was so nice and accommodating and supplied us with everything we needed. A wonderful trip!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kit S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ashville getaway
Charming, comfortable, convenient. This adorable property is convenient, clean, and wonderful. There is a nice cafe within easy walking distance. This historic home has been thoughtfully restored, and made for a memorable Ashville stay. We would love to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
House is really charming, cute, and cozy. Very safe and convenient. We were able to walk to and all over downtown. Barely had to use the car. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Cheri R.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in
Asheville
Great location but exterior patios/porches weren’t usable — dirty, not screened. Tv worked from time to time but was frequently not available. We purchased a bath mat to make the tub safer; my first guest fell but fortunately didn’t hurt herself. The host was genial and accommodating, but I’m too old to appreciate much of this house’s rustic charm.
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

ERIC H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place
Beautiful, safe, quiet neighborhood. House was nice and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommend
The host was so nice and very timely with responses. Truly a wonderful experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jordan G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location
Great location walkable to downtown Asheville on a peaceful street. I would definitely stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristi M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect thanksgiving stay for my family
I rented this property for my mom, her husband, my sister and there ancient doggie. They loved it! Thanks so much for a hassle- free experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diane H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for Asheville visit
My daughter and I wanted to explore Asheville, both downtown and the region around Blue Ridge Parkway. The location of our stay was perfect, as we could walk to the bustle of town in 5 minutes, yet feel like we were ensconced in a sweet little neighborhood removed from it all. We could also drive to the Blue Ridge Parkway in about 10 minutes. The house itself is full of character, Victorian and interesting in all the right ways: it felt like a real respite while all the amenities we could hope for in the kitchen, bath, comfy beds, etc. The only issue was internet which sometimes got spotty on us. The hosts were wonderful, immediately responding to any questions we had along the way. We will definitely stay here again if we come back to the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Betty S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
August Visit to Asheville
Beautifully restored historic home that is within walking distance to downtown Justin was very easy to communicate with and available to answer any questions
Stayed 23 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage in great neighborhood close to town
We loved our stay in Asheville at the Sallie Lee Cottage. We stayed for the month of July and had a few visitors while we were there. The place is large enough for two couples and quite comfortable. It is a short walk to town and the neighborhood is lovely to walk around with historic houses and beautiful gardens. The owners were so friendly and easy to work with - they had lots of great suggestions about local restaurants, etc.. and even helped us find a vet when our dog got sick during our visit. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2022

About the host

Hosted by Justin Moore

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Hello beautiful humans!! I am a Pharmacist and my husband works as a book-keeper from home. We love to be outdoors and travel to new places! We have two fur babies, Isabella and Tallulah. They are a small chihuahua and chiweenie. They enjoy meeting new people and running around the side yard.

Why they chose this property

My husband and I grew up in the Blue Ridge Mountains just over the state line into the North Georgia Blue Ridge Mountains. Therefore moving just a little farther north made complete sense! We love Asheville and the wonderful and unique individuals we have come to call friends and family. We hope you enjoy everything Asheville has to offer!

What makes this property unique

Our home is a beautiful piece of Asheville. It has been wonderfully preserved and restored to its former glory. Its' character is shown throughout the home in each and every room. Please feel free to read the full description in our listing as we could absolutely gush about our home endlessly.
Our neighbors are the real rockstars of our street. They are wonderful people to meet and enjoy a conversation with. Most are explants, but have grown and woven into the fibers of Asheville's amazing tapestry. Like ourselves, they are a wealth of information of what is going on in the area.
Additionally we are a quick 2 block walk to downtown!

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