10/10 Excellent
Mark B.
19 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and cozy
Mark B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Entire home
The Mac House - With a Hot Tub!
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1+ bathroomSleeps 469.7 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Black Mountain, NC
- Lake Tomahawk7 min walk
- Black Mountain Center for the Arts16 min walk
- Pisgah Brewing Company5 min drive
- Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)33 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
1 Double Futon
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Bathroom 2
Soap · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Dining area
About this property
The Mac House - With a Hot Tub!
Unique architectural style meets Black Mountain neighborhood charm. This designer space stimulates the artists-at-heart and provides a gracefully modern space suitable for a long or short-term stay. Located on a quiet street in the heart of town, you'll have easy access to all Black Mountain has to offer. Take a 15min stroll downtown to enjoy local shops and restaurants or a 5min walk to Lake Tomahawk. Additionally, you'll be less than a 10min drive from the beautiful hiking trails of Montreat.
The Mac House is a very special place and we couldn't be more excited to share it with you.
Those familiar with the Black Mountain architecture and design world will recognize the home as one designed and built by Horace McGuire “Mac” Wood. Horace was a “small house designer” who was part of the faculty at Black Mountain College in the early 1940s where he taught design and construction. After his career at the college, Mac designed homes throughout Black Mountain over the course of the next two decades. This home was built in 1947 and recently renovated with careful intention to keep the spirit of the home’s design intact.
Though quirky in style, the home is highly functional for all aspects of living, including a kitchen/dining area; a living room overlooking the backyard; a master bedroom with an adjoining half-bathroom; and an additional room which can be utilized as a workspace, studio, or additional bedroom. The house has a new front and back porch, which are ideal spaces to enjoy the serene environment the home is enveloped by.
You will enjoy access to the entire home during your stay. For your convenience, the house is set up for contactless self check-in with a lock box.
Grab your morning coffee and walk outside to the lake, where you can enjoy the beautiful half-mile trail. In the evenings after 7:30pm, the nearby golf course cart path is available to the public for an after-dinner stroll to see the stars.
Have a large group and need more room? Our sister location, The Carriage House, can sleep up to 4 (a well designed studio with a queen bed, couch, and room for air mattress) and is situated next door to the Mac house, sharing all the perks of its location. Book both to accommodate a larger party!
The Mac House is a very special place and we couldn't be more excited to share it with you.
Those familiar with the Black Mountain architecture and design world will recognize the home as one designed and built by Horace McGuire “Mac” Wood. Horace was a “small house designer” who was part of the faculty at Black Mountain College in the early 1940s where he taught design and construction. After his career at the college, Mac designed homes throughout Black Mountain over the course of the next two decades. This home was built in 1947 and recently renovated with careful intention to keep the spirit of the home’s design intact.
Though quirky in style, the home is highly functional for all aspects of living, including a kitchen/dining area; a living room overlooking the backyard; a master bedroom with an adjoining half-bathroom; and an additional room which can be utilized as a workspace, studio, or additional bedroom. The house has a new front and back porch, which are ideal spaces to enjoy the serene environment the home is enveloped by.
You will enjoy access to the entire home during your stay. For your convenience, the house is set up for contactless self check-in with a lock box.
Grab your morning coffee and walk outside to the lake, where you can enjoy the beautiful half-mile trail. In the evenings after 7:30pm, the nearby golf course cart path is available to the public for an after-dinner stroll to see the stars.
Have a large group and need more room? Our sister location, The Carriage House, can sleep up to 4 (a well designed studio with a queen bed, couch, and room for air mattress) and is situated next door to the Mac house, sharing all the perks of its location. Book both to accommodate a larger party!
Property manager
Michael
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
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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
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
About the area
Black Mountain
Black Mountain is home to this holiday home. White Horse Black Mountain and Swannanoa Valley Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include The Merry Wine Market and Ten Thousand Villages. Old Fort Railroad Museum and Western North Carolina Nature Center are also worth visiting. Fishing and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and mountain biking nearby.
Black Mountain, NC
What's nearby
- Lake Tomahawk - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Black Mountain Golf Club - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Black Mountain Center for the Arts - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Pisgah Brewing Company - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
- Catawba Falls - 19 min drive - 20.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Starbucks - 3 min drive
- McDonald's - 4 min drive
- Wendy's - 4 min drive
- Taco Bell - 4 min drive
- Starbucks - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
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Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Christy C.
4 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Christy C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joel C.
16 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the Mac House
Joel C.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Merissa B.
14 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!!
Merissa B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Katie K.
16 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay
Katie K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Rebecca M.
25 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
Rebecca M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Taylor R.
2 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Mountain Town Cabin
Taylor R.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Carol P.
26 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful little hideaway that has all you need.
Carol P.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Douglas D.
3 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mac house
Douglas D.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Greg H.
29 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Small but mighty Mac House
Greg H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tiffiny C.
16 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Supreme Black Mountain Stay
Tiffiny C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chris F.
18 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Little Spot!
Chris F.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
14 Feb 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful home and host in Black Mountain!
Verified traveller
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tayler U.
24 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cozy home in a perfect location & accommodating host!
Tayler U.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Perry C.
2 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptional Stay w/ a Superb Host
Perry C.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
About the host
Hosted by Michael
My Wife & I grew up in the Atlanta suburbs. 5 years in the Marine Corps had us out in San Diego, CA, crewing the Heavy Lift Helicopter CH-53e. Once that adventure came to an end, we moved to Fort Collins, CO while attending Colorado State University. Post graduation and the addition of our oldest, we moved back to the East Coast, where we were fortunate enough to stumble upon beautiful Black Mountain.
Trail running, hiking, river activities, and camping are some of our favorite activities. When in town, we love to enjoy the local breweries and delicious restaurants.
We love being host on short term rental platforms. Having an opportunity to meet folks from around the world while sharing this wonderfully quirky home in this incredible little town is a true joy.
Trail running, hiking, river activities, and camping are some of our favorite activities. When in town, we love to enjoy the local breweries and delicious restaurants.
We love being host on short term rental platforms. Having an opportunity to meet folks from around the world while sharing this wonderfully quirky home in this incredible little town is a true joy.
Why they chose this property
The location of The Mac House is top notch in our opinion. It's located on a very quiet street, in easy walking distance to the #1 outdoor amenity in town - Lake Tomahawk, and a quick walk to downtown.
What makes this property unique
This is a well designed quirky little place. The attention to detail on the design front has created an incredibly comfortable vibe that almost forces you to slow down a little, which lines up perfectly with the slower pace of life that comes with this wonderful little town. Additionally, the high end hot tub and outdoor deck space (both in the front & back of house) allows ample opportunities to sit down and take in the fresh mountain air.
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