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Custom-built, romantic mountain cottage w/ hot tub

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The kitchen island is also a great place to work, or just enjoy a cup of coffee.
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 255.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Alexander, NC
  • University of North Carolina at Asheville
    14 min drive
  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
    17 min drive
  • Grove Park Country Club
    18 min drive
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    32 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Custom-built, romantic mountain cottage w/ hot tub

**NOTE: Due to Hurricane Helene, Asheville and greater Western North Carolina have experienced historic damage. We are so lucky to say that the cottage was not damaged in the storm, and roads to and from are now cleared and open. Power is back (hooray- heated floors!) and cell signal/internet are restored, however, Asheville's reservoir was severely damaged. Asheville city water is undergoing lengthy repairs, for which there is no timeline. The cottage has running water, but it is not safe to drink, nor is it safe to boil and drink. That being said, we filled the hot tub using an IBC tote of potable water, and we are supplying drinking water in the kitchen and the bathroom. For all reasons above, we have dropped our nightly rates. (Updated 10/27/24)**

Whether you want to sample the 30+ local breweries, explore the Blue Ridge Parkway, or enjoy amazing restaurants and shopping in downtown Asheville, this studio cottage will be a quiet retreat for when you return.

We designed and built this cottage as a passion project. Quiet, simplistic, and elegant, we hope you will enjoy the special touches we built into the property: wall-to-wall radiant flooring, skylights, various lighting options, and a private hot tub with a mountain view.

The sleeping area is set up with a new Nectar Sleep queen bed. Spacious closet with built-in shelving is waiting when you are ready to get settled. Attached to the sleeping area is a sun-filled, full bath with a step-in shower, featuring both rainfall and standard shower heads.

There is a full laundry room with a stacked washer and dryer, laundry detergent is provided. Also available is an iron and ironing board.

Because the cottage is a studio, the living area and kitchen area lead into one another making the floor plan open and intimate. There is cable and high speed wi-fi internet.

The kitchen is spacious and contains an electric stove/oven, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, and fridge. There are an assortment of utensils and cooking equipment at your disposal. Plates, bowls, and utensils are also supplied, along with a coffee maker.

There is a small outdoor sitting area overlooking the property, accessible by the front door. A privacy fence provides some added space and seclusion, but won't keep you from seeing the wild turkeys, hawks, and deer. There is also a Solo Stove Bonfire for your use upon request. Walking around the side of the house, you will find the hot tub, which is thoroughly cleaned after every guest.

Please note:
The cottage property is semi-private, you will pass another home when you head up the private drive.

Property manager

Lianne Price & Nicholas Hunter
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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

Alexander

Located in Alexander, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. 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 water tubing and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and rock climbing.
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Alexander, NC

What's nearby

  • University of North Carolina at Asheville - 14 min drive
  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 17 min drive
  • The Orange Peel - 17 min drive
  • Grove Park Country Club - 18 min drive
  • Biltmore Estate - 31 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Riverside Rhapsody Beer Company - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪High Five Woodfin - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Custom-built, romantic mountain cottage w/ hot tub pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Custom-built, romantic mountain cottage w/ hot tub?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Custom-built, romantic mountain cottage w/ hot tub?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Custom-built, romantic mountain cottage w/ hot tub located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from French Broad River and within 9 miles (15 km) of Leicester Branch Library and University of North Carolina at Asheville. Kimmel Arena and Botanical Gardens at Asheville are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tommy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful custom cabin just outside Asheville
The cabin is beautiful and clean, and located about 20 minutes from downtown Asheville. It's the perfect place for a couple to stay while visiting!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Birthday Escape
I booked this property to celebrate my birthday. I wanted to escape the hustle and bustle and slow down and the home provided just that. I especially enjoyed the numerous house plants as I’m a plant dad so that was a double plus for me. I would definitely stay here again and the hot tub was the icing on the cake. Thanks so much, Lianne and Nicholas!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet getaway
Clean private and comfortable. As advertised. Great hiking within a short drive. Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic retreat in the mountains
This new build was amazing! It had all the necessary items for a care-free getaway. It was super clean, organized, cared-for, nicely decorated with modern conveniences. The hot tub was convenient to get in and out of at a whim and had wonderful access to the bedroom. Hosts were fantastic communicators. Would consider visiting again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a cute, cozy little home!
It was amazing! Quiet, full of nature, cozy, clean! Has all the creature comforts of home! Loved the shower and jacuzzi. In house laundry made it so you can pack light and just go enjoy Asheville! 10/10!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice
Was very clean,and was about new.Had nice bed,shower was great ,overall and off road and very safe area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect retreat!
I loved this property! Private, Clean, comfortable, modern design and well maintained. Lots of wildlife around. Short drive to everything we wanted to see. Responsive host. Great jacuzzi sunsets.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend getaway
This was the perfect place to stay at! Clean and out in the quietness! We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stunning
It is evident that a lot of thought and love went into this property. From the meticulous exterior details to the thoughtfully designed interior, the use of clean products and a compost system for the garden is particularly impressive. The cottage itself is absolutely stunning, and the natural surroundings are equally beautiful. We were delighted to see lightning bugs for the first time in a long while. The location is ideal, nestled conveniently between Asheville and the mountains, making travel easy. Overall, our stay was amazing for our anniversary getaway. The hosts were very pleasant and provided excellent suggestions for dining and activities based on our personal preferences. We will definitely rebook in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madison H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic!
This location was absolutely perfect and we had the best time! We loved being out of the city but close enough if we wanted to go out. Highly recommend this stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend reset
My wife and I enjoyed our stay. Everything was exactly how it was described.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful weekend retreat
This was a lovely and quiet spot perfect for a peaceful weekend getaway for my husband and I. We liked the location, close enough to find everything we needed in 10-15 minutes, but far enough away from downtown to enjoy the quiet countryside evenings in the hot tub with fireflies dancing all around. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house
Great stay at a perfect place for a couple. Well designed with all the details. Hot tub was relaxing. Host was responsive to all questions.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Everything about this cottage was perfect! I absolutely loved the location, how clean it was, the set up of everything and the hot tub was an amazing bonus!! Definitely a great spot! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and private
The cabin was clean, organized, and exactly as pictured. We really enjoyed our stay here. It’s also in a nice location about 20 minutes from downtown Asheville.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weeklong stay
The place is really nice, clean, and relaxing. Check in was easy, there were laminated guides for the relevant house info. Lianne left a white noise machine in the closet which was great to use while sleeping. Hot tub is awesome, saw a shooting star. Would stay there again/ recommend to a friend. The ride into asheville was easy, theres a back way I took during the day and a main road to take back at night since I’m not used to the windy roads in the dark.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely perfect
This stay was so perfect that it had my husband and I brainstorming how to have a similar place when we retire. They’ve thought of every detail from robes for the hot tub to coffee in the kitchen. We saw deer and wild turkeys outside. It was secluded but still 15 min to Asheville. Best VRBO experience to date.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cutest cottage
This has been one of our favorite spots to stay when we visit Asheville! Super convenient, clean and just an overlap beautiful spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zeke R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and cozy
Very clean, easy to find, host were very helpful and quick to reply
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Drew D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
House was clean, location was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leilani S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what we needed.
This was by far the cutest place ever. It had everything we needed and more. All of the small details added so much character. The picture that you can only see from the bathroom mirror. The sky light windows were so cute. The hot tub had to be the best part for us. It’s so relaxing and peaceful out there. It was my fiancé’s birthday and we just wanted a quiet and relaxing get away from the everyday responsibilities. We will absolutely be staying again. I highly recommend this home.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Beautiful cabin. Close to dt Asheville and Biltmore. Quiet, private and comfortable accommodations. Modern and well designed. Will definitely be back in the Spring! Hosts were vey nice and friendly to communicate with!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome getaway spot!
The space feels luxurious and private. Property was very clean and hosts were easy to communicate with. The only thing was we could have used a few extra towels. Will definitely be back as soon as we can. Thanks for a beautiful escape!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mackensi H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway!
Location was great, views were even better! Loved the natural lighting and plants throughout this cottage.The Hot Tub was the perfect addition. Fantastic spot for a break from reality.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Getaway
This property was perfect for a quick weekend getaway. The house was clean and well equipped. Location was incredible, felt private but close enough to Asheville where we could Uber into the city for a nice dinner. The hot tub made the trip! Owners were very responsive, answering all questions and took care of every need. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Lianne Price & Nicholas Hunter

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We're Nicholas & Lianne! Nicholas has lived in Asheville for 22 years, and Lianne for 10. When we're not working, we enjoy western North Carolina's incredible hiking, camping, live music, beers and food, and visiting family in the midwest and the northeast. We are both so passionate about Asheville and the greater area of Western North Carolina, and we truly love getting to share it with visitors!

We both enjoyed living downtown for several years, but having this 3-acre property has given us peace and quiet, while being within close proximity to everything Asheville has to offer.

Why they chose this property

Asheville provides a variety of activities from hiking, mountain climbing, shopping, river floats, brewery tours, and amazing restaurants. The cottage is also situated close to historic Marshall and quaint Weaverville, both offering their own unique mountain charm and variety of activities.

What makes this property unique

Nicholas designed the cottage in 2020, and brought his designs to life in 2021 (with help from Lianne and talented local friends). This house was a true labor of love, and we hope the creativity, thoughtfulness, and quality craftsmanship shows. The cottage will surely enhance your visit to this breathtaking part of the country.

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