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Hickory Nut Hideaway by AvantStay | Mountain Views

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Step into the tranquility of our backyard retreat.
Living room tranquility.
A living room bathed in natural light.
A mesmerizing sunset view from your deck.
This lovely Cape Cod Cottage is tucked away between Asheville and Lake Lure.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6157 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Gerton, North Carolina
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Chimney Rock State Park
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Biltmore Estate
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Primary Bedroom

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom 1

Full Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Hickory Nut Hideaway by AvantStay | Mountain Views

Behold this Cape Cod cutie, snugly settled between the Asheville buzz and the tranquil embrace of Lake Lure. Just a few miles from Fairview, Hickory Nut Hideaway boasts an open-plan layout on the main level, where you’ll find a fully-equipped kitchen, bright dining area, and comfortable living room with a TV. Enjoy mountain views from the wraparound deck overlooking your private fenced yard, complete with a firepit for late-night stargazing. There’s even a grill provided for easy at-home dinners.

When it's time to call it a day, the primary bedroom features a king bed with an ensuite bathroom boasting both a soaking tub and separate shower. You’ll also find two additional queen rooms on the main floor, giving everyone in your group a space to call their own.

Grocery runs and fresh food jaunts are a breeze – you're practically neighbors with Food Lion and the tantalizing treasure trove that is Trout Lily. Fancy some coastal charm? Cape Fear Seafood's got your cravings covered. Let your taste buds tango at Trout Lily for specialty organics, or catch the coastal wave at Cape Fear Seafood. Hickory Nut Gap Farm is your BBQ haven, and Flying Cloud Farm's got the freshest veggies and berries in town. And guess what? All this goodness is just a stone's throw away.

Adventure seekers, you're in luck. Boating, paddling, biking, hiking, climbing, and rafting – consider your bucket list checked, all within arm's reach.

Hickory Nut Hideaway is more than a vacation rental; it's your passport to an Asheville experience like no other.

AvantStay provides an upscale experience with services that elevate your stay and save time so you can enjoy every moment. Guests have access to a 24/7 support team and a tech-enabled concierge to book services, such as fridge stocking, mid-stay cleanings, and private chefs. For anything you need (or never knew you needed), we’re at your service!

An exciting yet laid-back escape among the Blue Ridge Mountains, Asheville is a unique blend of outdoor adventure, exciting entertainment, and incredible local cuisine. Explore stunning views from bike or horseback, or stroll around the buzzing art district filled with breweries, boutiques, and venues. Cool breezes, historic architecture, and more — you can have it all in Asheville.

Local Attractions: Downtown Asheville, Blue Ridge Parkway, The Biltmore Estate, Whistle Hop Brewery, Mountain-To-Sea Trail, Chimney Rock, Lake Lure, Asheville Regional Airport

Home Truths:
- 1 pet is allowed at this home. But pets must be approved in advance and are subject to an additional fee of $150 per pet. If undisclosed pets are brought into the home without AvantStay's approval there is a fine of $500 per pet. You will be required to submit the size, breed, and age of the pet.
- 4WD or AWD is highly recommended, as the gravel driveway is steep.
- The outdoor furniture has since been replaced and is different from what is pictured in the images.
- Please be aware of wildlife in the area, especially bears. All trash cans must be secured with a tie-down strap.

Parking Details:
- Parking limit of 2 cars.

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The room configuration is as follows:

Primary Bedroom / King bed
Bedroom 2 / Queen bed
Bedroom 3 / Full bed

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Accidental Damage Protection: A non-refundable accidental damage protection plan has been included in the price of your reservation. Under this plan, you will not be held responsible to pay for accidental damage or loss to the rental property resulting from you or others in your party up to $2000. This plan does not cover intentional acts of a guest, gross negligence, or willful and wanton conduct, and/or damages caused by pets. This plan is not available for reservations 28 days or longer or reservations that require a security deposit.

This is a smoke-free property. Violation of the no-smoking policy will result in forfeiture of the security deposit, a $300 smoking fee, and liability for any fire or property damage costs.

As part of our commitment to being good neighbors, occupancy limits and quiet hours (9pm-8am) are strictly enforced. No speakers or sound systems will be provided for use in our properties. Violation of any noise ordinances will be subject to fines that can reach up to $10,000 per violation.

Events or parties are not allowed without prior written approval and an additional fee. Any unauthorized parties or events will be shut down and a fine will be assessed. Please inquire for more information about our event policies and fees.

There is nothing more important to us at AvantStay than the health, safety, and experience of our guests & staff. We've enhanced our cleaning and sanitation protocols and are taking extra care to disinfect all surfaces between reservations with hospital-grade disinfecting solutions.

IDs will be requested for verification after booking. All bookings over 30 days require a security deposit.

We report and prosecute all Credit Card Fraud.

Property manager

AvantStay
Premier Host

Languages

English

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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: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Gerton

Located in Gerton, this cabin is in a rural area and in the mountains. Biltmore Estate is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Chimney Rock State Park and Lake Lure. Chimney Rock Gemstone Mine and Chimney Rock Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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Gerton, North Carolina

What's nearby

  • CMLC Florence Nature Preserve - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Hickory Nut Gap Farm - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance - 19 min drive - 19.3 km
  • Chimney Rock State Park - 23 min drive - 17.4 km
  • Biltmore Estate - 35 min drive - 29.5 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Turgua Brewing - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Local Joint - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Whistle Hop Brewing Company - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Hot Dog King - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Joint Next Door - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hickory Nut Hideaway by AvantStay | Mountain Views pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Hickory Nut Hideaway by AvantStay | Mountain Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hickory Nut Hideaway by AvantStay | Mountain Views?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Hickory Nut Hideaway by AvantStay | Mountain Views located?

Situated in the mountains, this cabin is 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from CMLC Florence Nature Preserve and within 9 miles (15 km) of Hickory Nut Gap Farm and Chimney Rock Village Riverwalk. Chimney Rock Gemstone Mine and Chimney Rock Adventure Golf are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 63 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Suzanne S.

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

Worked Well

Great for visiting family in Gerton. Just some small things that keep the rating from being excellent!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vladimir K.

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

Nice place

Nice quiet place very spacious
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy Y.

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

Perfect Location

Perfect location for visiting multiple areas. House was nicely decorated, clean, and comfortable. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Cindy L.

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

Beautiful Mountain View’s, great location, love Trout Lily & Flying Cloud Farm🌻❤️🌻

Alway a great trip to the mountains!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Jonathan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Quiet Retreat

Despite being a bit of a ride from Asheville, we loved the privacy. The road leading up to the house is steep so it’s best to have a 4WD vehicle. The home is older but has updated kitchen, bathrooms and appliances.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly H.

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

Stay!

Our stay was so excellent! It was everything we were looking for with a getaway! The house was even better in person then online. It was clean, homey, spacious and so comfortable and we loved how it was pet friendly but never smelled like a pet had been there. It was hard to leave the house because it was so comfortable. We had 1 minor issue with the internet and I emailed the management company and it was resolved immediately. They were super nice about it and resolved the issue. I would recommend this house to anyone whose planning a trip to NC it was great!!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

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

Great house

We really enjoyed our stay. The house was clean and was exactly as described and pictured. The kitchen was well stocked. Our kids loved the firepit. The area was quiet. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn D., Knoxville, Tennessee

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

Well appointed

Great property. Very well stocked and great communication!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy P.

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

Great getaway

We had a long weekend in Asheville and the property was great! In between downtown and Chimney Rock, so a great spot. Definitely AWD or 4x4 for the driveway! Property was clean and just as pictured. Fenced yard was a plus. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Magaly M.

Excellent

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Amazing
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10/10 Excellent

Kiersten A.

Mountain vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Nice house in the mountains. We enjoyed the fire pit and relaxing on the deck. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

Beautiful and relaxing!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The home was perfect for us! Beautiful and relaxing. We enjoyed watching the sun go down over the mountains and sitting by the fire each night. Great experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Eleonore A.

Excellent!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is such a nice cottage, with all the amenities. We drove down to Chminey Rock and had lunch, and it is one of the most beautiful places I have ever seen.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan J.

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

Anniversary getaway

We had a wonderful time during our stay. The home was just right for us and our dogs. It was very quiet and restful and close enough for a day visit to Chimney Rock and Lake Lure. The back yard provided a great space for our dogs to run around and play. We are looking for a place to rent for our sons wedding in the fall and, if available, would love to visit this property again! The only drawback is that the driveway is steep and mostly gravel, so you really would want to have a 4-wheel drive or all-wheel vehicle to get to the house.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michel F.

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

Amazing

House was clean. Just have a like it. The decoration were beautiful the way the house was staged was beautiful I would definitely stay there again. The parking area was nice going up to the parking lot and the house. The driveway was very steep but even a regular car can do it if it has either four-wheel-drive or sport mode or gears for going up the mountain I hope the owner read this I wanted to say thank you I had a great birthday. Thank you so much.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Claudia & Mike D.

Cozy yet Spacious Hideaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We thoroughly enjoyed our week-long stay at this lovely 2-story cabin tucked away in the Gerton, North Carolina mountains. Spacious layout, kitchen, pet-friendly and very clean. We were quitec close to both Asheville and Hendersonville but the local restaurants didn't disappoint either. The property managers were very attentive and left a treat of supplies for s'mores, which we enjoyed using on the property's firepit.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen Y.

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

Beautiful in NC

We enjoyed our stay at Gerton. This was an excellent choice for us. Three bedrooms (we only used 2) were a good size and comfortable beds. The second floor suite was spacious and yet cozy comfortable. Kitchen counter space was limited but very adequate for our needs. The keyless entry was easy to use and functioned properly. Living area comfortable furniture. Nice sitting area on the deck and large firepit area off the deck was an added plus. Our agent Jen made the check in process simple and seamless. Upon our arrival we discovered the fenced yard had a couple openings that needed repairing so we could use it for our dog. Our agent contacted the property manager and it was addressed immediately and efficiently. We were able to allow our dog to use it and enjoy the large fenced in yard. The only real slightly negative is the size of the shower stalls are quite small. Other than that we loved it.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Berni S.

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fantastic home, great experience

We are already missing this home - we absolutely loved our stay here. The house was perfect for our family, super comfortable, all the amenities needed. They did a great job preparing the home and we're grateful. Highly recommend this spot - Mark
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Marybeth R.

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

Mountain home

It was clean, well appointed. Great kitchen had essentials. Yard was small but being fenced ensured our dog safety. Access road extremely steep. Definitely needed 4 wheel drive to use the road. It was close enough to Asheville and Hendersonville. Which we enjoyed exploring
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

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

Visiting family in Fletcher for Thanksgiving

Hickory Nut Hideaway is a lovely home in Gerton, NC. Appreciated that pets are welcome (which was a criteria). Neighbors were very friendly. Raven Hill Rd was steep and gravely; so the suggestion of having AWD/4WD is most accurate. Unfortunately we didn’t get to enjoy more of the property while there since we were out most of the days in Fletcher helping our daughter and son-in-law with their new home in Fletcher which was a half-hour away.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

J.D. S.

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

Peaceful

Very efficient, comfortable house. Beautiful view and very quite and peaceful. Light out in master bath over sink.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

rachel k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Good Stay

The house is furnished beautifully. There is a house right next door but the tree line provides privacy. Great for dogs as the back yard is fenced in. Things to add- a journal for visitors to leave suggestions for places to visit and eat! Also add local food and places to visit to the welcome book. The owners showed up at 10:12 on our checkout day with their dogs which upset our dog and made leaving a little chaotic.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jackie C.

Perfect home

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Perfect house for our family to spend the weekend in and enjoy a family wedding close by.

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

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

Nice cabin in Gerton NC

Nice location in Gerton and 20 mins to Asheville . The house was well stocked with towels and kitchen items. It had a nice fire pit out back which we unfortunately did not have time to use. Quiet location. Beds all comfortable with decent linens. Easy check in. All appliances worked and we did not have any issues while we were there.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

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