10/10 Excellent
Alora M.
19 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute Little Cottage
Alora M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
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Cozy home 10 minutes from Black Mountain and Asheville, NC
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Reviews
10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 455.7 sq m
Popular amenities
Check-in time
4:00 PM
Check-out time
12:00 PM
Explore the area
Swannanoa, NC
- Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center9 min drive
- Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance9 min drive
- Biltmore Estate22 min drive
- Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)28 min drive
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This property was very cute. My stay wasn’t for a vacation but for a family medical emergency but it was a nice stay non...
Alora M.
Jun 19, 2024
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining Area
About this property
Cozy home 10 minutes from Black Mountain and Asheville, NC
Property manager
Melody Gardner
Premier Host
Languages
French
Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Fireplace
Asheville getaway, deck, hottub, trees, fire pit
Asheville getaway, deck, hottub, trees, fire pit
Hot tub
Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet 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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 4
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
Swannanoa
This holiday home is located in Swannanoa. Biltmore Park Town Square and Asheville Outlets are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Pisgah National Forest and Biltmore Estate. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at The Orange Peel or Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville.
Swannanoa, NC
What's nearby
- Western North Carolina Nature Center - 9 min drive
- Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center - 9 min drive
- Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance - 9 min drive
- The Orange Peel - 14 min drive
- Biltmore Estate - 22 min drive
Getting around
Restaurants
- Sonic Drive-In - 8 min drive
- Moments Coffee Bar & Eatery - 2 min drive
- Pisgah Brewing Company - 7 min drive
- Waffle House - 5 min drive
- Dunkin' - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
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10
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
About the host
Hosted by Melody Gardner
I grew up in Black Mountain. Back in the day we only had one red light and no breweries:) Now, this little town boasts of small businesses of all kinds and entertainment that rivals many big cities. I left for college and my career that included volunteering and serving others. After being away for thirty-seven years, I cam back to help support my aging parents. My grandmother left me several houses, but I was not sure what I would do with them since I worked 50+ hours each week. After Covid, my mind began to pivot from my crazy busy career to a more serene pace. Hence, seasonal rentals! Yes, renovating the homes took a few years, but the work was worth it. I am eager to host (serve) my guests, making their visit to the region extra special.
Why they chose this property
Berta's cottage is unique because it is easily accessible from I-40. There is only one street that takes you to either Black Mountain or Asheville so you can't get lost:) The home is decorated and supplied with guests in mind. The large porch allows you to stargaze at night. While the home is cozy and small, the porch allows you to have a few guests over for dinner or a movie without feeling crowded.
What makes this property unique
Berta's cottage was my grandparents first home. Builders in the late 50s would not build them a home or finance it, so they built it themselves with cash. When we were renovating it to be a home away from home for guests visiting the are, my grandmother had dementia. However, she remembered her first home enough to appreciate the improvements made. The smile on her face was our sign that she was pleased with what we were doing with her property.
Languages:
French
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