Bearcat Bungalow located in the heart of Downtown

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 692.9 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Pet-friendly
Barbecue grill
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Outdoor space

Explore the area

Hendersonville, NC

Pardee Hospital
‪3 min walk‬
Blue Ridge Mall
‪4 min drive‬
Elijah Mountain Gem Mine
‪5 min drive‬
Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

Welcome to the Bearcat Bungalow, centrally located in the heart of downtown Hendersonville. Walk to shops and restaurants. Enjoy the cozy city setting; this home offers a spacious layout with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and sleeper sofa. Sleeps 6. The primary offers a comfy king-size bed with a w/luxury memory foam mattress, smart TV, and designated work space. The hall bedroom offers a full bed w/ luxury memory foam mattress, smart TV, spacious bath with shower tub combo, and well-equipped kitchen.

Enjoy a peaceful weekend in this newly remodeled historic home, 92 years young! This home has everything you would need for a convenient/comfortable stay. The Bearcat Bungalow offers private off-street parking and a covered front porch with a spacious and cozy- downtown vibe. The Livingroom is equipped with a 45-inch TV and full-size sleeper sofa; There is a high-top dining table for 4, Keurig coffee included, a high-end gas stove and Refrigerator, Blender, Baking Sheets, Pots& Pans, and Diningware. Basic Salt & Pepper provided. The large Primary Bedroom has a luxurious King Bed with a mattress top, TV, and Desk for work if you must. Wifi is provided. The Guest Bedroom offers a comfy full-size bed with a TV. The bathroom is a Tub/ Shower Combo; We provide small amenities, Soap, Shampoo, and Toothpaste.

As if this space isn't already amazing! The location makes this one a Gem! You can take a short 5-minute walk to Downtown. Our town has a beautiful downtown district full of shops, restaurants, and other unique businesses. The town hosts many events. The Garden Jubliee is held every Memorial Day Weekend, The Apple Festival every Labor Day Weekend, and many Art, Antique, and Car Shows. During the warmer months, they host Rhythm & Brews offering live music and dance. There is so much to see and do here, and we enjoy sharing our home and town with you!

Guest access
This listing is for the Bearcat Bungalow, the front half of a well-divided Historic home. Your space includes two bedrooms/ 1 bath, Kitchen & Livingroom. Your exterior space is the Front Porch and front green space; The Front parking area is your designated space. The space listed is your Private space and is not shared with others.

Property manager

Emily Cosgrove

Languages

English

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Kitchen

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Parking available

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Kitchen
Air conditioning
Parking available
Toys/games

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a deadlock

About the area

Hendersonville

Located in Hendersonville, this holiday home is in the city centre and in the mountains. Sawyer Springs Vineyard and Saint Paul Mountain Vineyards are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Team ECCO Ocean Center and Aquarium and Mineral and Lapidary Museum. Elijah Mountain Gem Mine and Wolverine Paintball Park are also worth visiting. Break out the clubs and hit the links on a nearby golf course, or seek out an adventure with mountain climbing, hiking and mountain biking.

Hendersonville, NC

What's nearby

Pardee Hospital - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Hendersonville Little Theatre - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Jackson Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Blue Ridge Mall - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
Elijah Mountain Gem Mine - 5 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

‪White Duck Taco Shop - ‬11 min walk
‪Burger King - ‬8 min walk
‪Umi Sushi - ‬8 min walk
‪Guidon Brewing Company - ‬8 min walk
‪Arabella - Breakfast and Brunch - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bearcat Bungalow located in the heart of 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 Bearcat Bungalow located in the heart of Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bearcat Bungalow located in the heart of Downtown?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Bearcat Bungalow located in the heart of Downtown located?

Located in the heart of Hendersonville, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Pardee Hospital, Team ECCO Ocean Center and Aquarium and Mineral and Lapidary Museum. Henderson County Heritage Museum and Hendersonville Little Theatre are also within 15 minutes.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Eileen R.

23 Jan 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bearcat Bungalow

Great location! Welcoming hosts! Everything you need for a " base camp" from which to explore Hendersonville and durrounding towns. Walkable to downtown stores and restaurants. Very dog and coffee lovers friendly. We'll be back

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara W.

2 Jan 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

New Year's visit

This was an easy and convenient rental. Everything was just as described. The location was perfect for walking downtown. The owner was extremely helpful and easy to contact. The property itself was interesting because it was a 100-year-old house that had been remodeled and they did a wonderful job! The property was very clean and even had Christmas decorations!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandy K.

22 Dec 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy accommodations

Lovely property and property owners. Renovated bungalow completed beautifully and in an amazing location.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky G.

30 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Respite from heat

Very clean bungalow in a great location!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie G.

26 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Terrific Bungalow & Location

Just a few blocks to downtown, this cute little house has all the amenities you could ever need. Larger than we needed for just us (a couple & our dog) it’s 2 BR plus foldout couch. Fully stocked kitchen with coffee, appliances, dishes, all linens, etc. Nice front porch for morning coffee, a nap or evening cocktail. Highly recommend this atay!

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Audrey S.

15 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet, comfy home just a quick walk to downtown

We had never stayed in Hendersonville before, and we cannot wait to go back! The cottage location is perfect - such an easy walk to restaurants, bookstore and other shops downtown, which is very clean, pretty, and family-friendly. We loved the artsy bears on every corner and the gorgeous flowers everywhere. There is much to do nearby, too - we enjoyed hiking in Dupont State Forest, meandering through Bullington Gardens (botanical), watching a play at Flat Rock Playhouse, and experiencing the Thursday Rhythm & Blues concert series downtown. But the cottage was the best part of our trip. It was as comfortable as being at home and is just such a cool, old home. Every room is amazingly roomy, including the front porch. It's possible we spent more time outside on the porch than inside. We only used one bedroom, and its bed was extremely comfortable. The bathroom and kitchen were fully stocked with everything we needed and more. The owners truly thought of everything! The bottle of wine was a sweet touch. Parking couldn't be more convenient, and the neighborhood felt very hometown-ish. Bearcat Bungalow is truly one of the best properties we ever visited.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brett S.

3 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Blast at the Bungalow

As advertised. Family and I had a great time staying at the Bearcat Bungalow.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joe S.

3 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place to stay in town

Close to everything.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

3 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute Bungalow

Loved the Bearcat Bungalow! We were able to walk to restaurants and shops in the downtown area. The bungalow was nicely decorated with everything you need. The huge covered porch was a daily hangout in the morning and evenings. I would recommend this great rental. We enjoyed live music, good food and shopping during our stay. Will be back!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susie C.

30 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house

Enjoyed our time at Bearcat!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah S.

7 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful stay!

Such a relaxing and comfortable place! The mattresses were just right and the location perfect. And Emily is wonderful to work with… highly recommend this as a great place to stay and I will definitely be back.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

1 May 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful bungalow and great location

This property is amazing. Beautifully decorated. Very modern clean touches through tout. Comfortable king size bed, lots of closet space, and a big space. The kitchen was well equipped with everything you needed to prepare meals but too many good restaurants nearby. We loved being able to walk to downtown. The front porch was comfortably furnished and was fun to watch the comings and goings at the High School across the street. Never heard any noise from there. We appreciate the opportunity to stay here and also the bottle of wine Emily left us. A perfect place to explore the Asheville and surrounding towns. Thank you.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine P.

12 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Convenient to everything!

Very good, the owner Emily was super nice!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keara V.

7 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best VRBO Experience!!

From booking to checkout, I could not have asked for a better experience!! Emily found out I was bringing my friend for her 50th birthday and offered to decorate the cottage for me so I could surprise her. The communication was extremely good, the place had everything we could possibly need, it was immaculate, the beds were comfortable, it’s walking distance from Main Street and all the shops and restaurants….my best friend was absolutely thrilled and I could not have done it without Emily! There’s honestly no reason to book anywhere else than here when in Hendersonville!

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elton C.

24 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short stay, but enjoyable!!

Very nice property. Well located to town. Clean neighborhood. Good parking. House well appointed. Very comfortable. Would recommend.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela H., Kernersville, NC

23 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Bungalow

My husband and I spent four nights in the lovely Bearcat Bungalow. The home was exactly as pictured and described. Emily was easy to communicate with and readily available to offer assistance. We enjoyed exploring the downtown area and dining in many of the restaurants, all within an easy 15 minutes walk. Parking was easy, and venturing to local wineries and taking a tour of The Carl Sandburg Home were very accessible. We would definitely recommend a stay in this well appointed bungalow.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christy C.

20 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway with hubby

We had a great time and we were blown away by the charcuterie board Emily prepared for us. Everything we needed was provided! The house is located near all of our favorite places we like to visit. I’ve already recommended this property to my kids and will continue to recommend to anyone wanting to visit the area!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allison & Larry B.

10 Mar 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location with FAB hosts

We love, love, love this cottage! Easy walk to downtown for shops and restaurants. Or dine in with the extremely well-equipped kitchen. Fast internet with so many thoughtful touches like k-cups for the coffee, plenty of dishes, etc. all the conveniences of home except for laundry. Absolutely the most comfortable beds we’ve encountered yet!

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce G.

11 Feb 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Emily had everything there—- sheets, towels even a tooth brush!

A bit noisy during the week. The high school is right across the street. But we adjusted.

Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patty B., Spartanburg, SC

16 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay…

From the time we unlocked the door to enter your house until we packed up and left our stay was great! We will most certainly be back!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leo B.

21 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Comfort

For being across the street from a high school, we found the Bungalow to be very quiet in the mornings as we did not hear the school traffic at all (we weren't there for school release). Easy access, felt safe. The bed was very comfortable in a cozy room. Electronic access is available everywhere with plenty of outlets, and WiFI is also available, but we did not use it. The weather was not very cooperative, but it was mid-December. Fully stocked kitchen if you were to cook, nice appliances. A definite return consideration.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jean B.

4 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exceptional!!

We had a wonderful stay!! Perfect size for a couple and also has second bedroom for children. Location was also wonderful. Convenient to restaurants and shops in Hendersonville. Kitchen had everything anyone would need and appliances appeared brand new. A+ on cleanliness. Lovely front porch! Would definitely book again and recommend to friends and family.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

11 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming bungalow in perfect location

Great 2/1 with lots of light and charm. Conveniently located to downtown.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terre B.

7 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Surprise

With the unit being 100 years old we were crossing our fingers. We were trilled to find that the bungalow was exceptionally clean. The fans in the bedroom were much appreciated and keep the bedroom to the coolest of desired temperature! Huge plus. Loved the location and easy to walk and enjoy the downtown and some good restaurants. Look forward to a return in the future.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pete L.

5 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Stayed for one month, not long enough. Perfect spot for walking in the AM thru downtown Hendersonville, stopping for Donuts.

Stayed 33 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Emily Cosgrove

Hello All! My name is Emily and my partner Joe and I want to welcome you to our special home. Joe is originally from Syracuse, NY and I am happy to say that I grew up about 15 minutes down the road from the bungalow. Our full time home is in Charlotte, NC with our three Shelties; Jack, Kali and Mocha as well as our 29 year old turtle Mr. Mike. I am an avid equestrian and Joe enjoys mountain biking. We love to hike with our dogs and enjoy trying new restaurants. We have traveled extensively and Hendersonville is still one of our favorite towns.

Coffee is a must for us in any home! We have included a selection of 3 different blends from our favorite local shop, Sharewell Coffee. We made sure to include the tools to prepare your coffee any way you'd like!

Why they chose this property

This house has felt like home since the moment we stepped foot in the door in December 2020. It is a unique space with a lot of charm and sometimes quirkiness. We have thoroughly enjoyed curating this space for you and would love any and all feedback.

What makes this property unique

We love this home's proximity to everything the mountains have to offer. You can either park and the house and never have to use your vehicle for your entire stay. Or you can explore the surrounding areas with just a short drive. There are endless possibilities for hiking, biking, snow tubing, river tubing and really any outdoor activity you could think of. Even if you just wanted to stay in, the home is peaceful and inviting.

We are also offering add ons by request. We can curate a beautiful charcuterie board, cakes, snacks, or decorate for your special celebrations. Just message us at least 3 days before your trip to coordinate and discuss pricing!

We hope you enjoy Hendersonville and stay with us again! -Emily and Joe

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

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