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Welcome to the Clearfield Cottage! If you love beauty inside & out you're here!!
Out the back door is a peaceful sitting area with fire pit, barbecue & hammock!!
The two story private cottage near Asheville is surrounded by exquisite nature!!
A pastural vision below the cottage for you to wander and fully appreciate life.
The view below the cottage. Could it get any more beautiful? Acres of enjoyment!

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 479.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Leicester, NC
  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
    36 min drive
  • Asheville Outlets
    40 min drive
  • Biltmore Estate
    50 min drive
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    49 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Asheville Area Country Cottage & Gardens Art Interiors Stunning Vistas Hiking

Asheville is only 1/2 hour away but you can enjoy the best of both possible worlds by staying in pristine countryside in a beautiful, stunning private cottage. You will be enchanted by the Clearfield Cottage which was featured out of thousands of rentals in the area on ABC TV's reality show Sweet Retreats. The cottage is nestled in the Blue Ridge mountains with a spectacular view of Mount Mitchell and surrounding mountains but is only ½ hour from Asheville’s world-class restaurants, entertainment, and the famous Biltmore Estate. The cottage and grounds have become a destination paradise for honeymoons, anniversaries, birthdays and even intimate weddings. This entire two story, romantic cottage is entirely new, fresh, green built, green furnished and eco-friendly. The unique interiors feature original artwork and mosaics by owner and internationally renowned artist Rachel Clearfield. The downstairs kitchen, dining and living area has a stunning mosaic floor, named "Stepping Stones in a Flower Garden" made of Brazilian polished granite. Upstairs is the amazingly intricate, mosaic bathroom shower called "Trees of Beauty" made of European marble and colorful stones. The kitchen has all granite countertops. The upstairs bedroom has a beautifully finished 100-year-old maple floor and a sumptuously comfortable queen size futon bed with luxurious linens.

Outside the cottage there is a peaceful shade garden with a rose covered gazebo in which you can swing, listen to the creek and watch the birds and butterflies. Guests are welcome to enjoy and roam through the beautiful English style flower gardens. You also have a lovely outdoor sitting area right by your back door, perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or sipping a glass of evening Chardonnay and stargazing the sequined night sky without light pollution. There's also a wonderful barbecue, fire pit and sitting area right by your own private creek.

This cottage is a perfect getaway for a romantic weekend, birthdays, anniversaries, soulful retreats, girl’s time together or just a quiet, peaceful place to let go of the challenges and stresses in life and return to the simple joys of existence and beauty. The owners are recording artist, cellist and conductor Ron Clearfield and his wife, fine artist Rachel Clearfield. There is an abundance of creative energy on this property for anyone who needs a place to find that seed of inspiration for their next book, album or painting. Without a doubt, this is a paradise for painters, photographers and nature lovers or just anyone who is looking for a beautiful, fulfilling time in the mountains.


Keywords: Fine art interiors, esthetic, peaceful, meditative, rural beauty, gorgeous views, organic flower gardens, green built, original artwork, wonderful hiking, owner managed.

Property manager

Ron Clearfield

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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
1. CHECK-IN TIME IS 4 P.M. – 8 P.M. EST AND CHECKOUT IS 11 A.M. EST. When possible, we will do our best to accommodate early check-in and late checkou

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 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 deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Leicester

Located in Leicester, this holiday home is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Marshall Nature Sanctuary and Ledges Whitewater Park, while Marshall High Studios and Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre are cultural highlights. Flow and Botanical Gardens at Asheville are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Leicester, NC

What's nearby

  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 36 min drive
  • University of North Carolina at Asheville - 36 min drive
  • The Orange Peel - 36 min drive
  • Asheville Outlets - 40 min drive
  • Biltmore Estate - 50 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Addison Farms Vineyard - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Turkey Creek Cafe - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪The Still - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Turkey Creek Tomatoes - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪B and D Modular Home Distributors - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Asheville Area Country Cottage & Gardens Art Interiors Stunning Vistas Hiking pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Asheville Area Country Cottage & Gardens Art Interiors Stunning Vistas Hiking ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Asheville Area Country Cottage & Gardens Art Interiors Stunning Vistas Hiking ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Asheville Area Country Cottage & Gardens Art Interiors Stunning Vistas Hiking located?

Located in the heart of Leicester, this holiday home is 7.1 mi (11.5 km) from Addison Farms Vineyard and 7.9 mi (12.6 km) from Leicester Branch Library. Ledges Whitewater Park and Marshall High Studios are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kumar P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Amazing!!
This was a fantastic stay. The place is as described, clean , beautiful, all amenities in perfect working condition. And at a very affordable rate. It honestly could not be better. The location is superb- in the lap of beautiful mountains, privacy, seclusion, but with all conveniences just 30 minutes away. Beautiful views of mountains and meadows, fire place, chairs, swing in gazebo. A perfect way to be in commune with beautiful nature. The hosts were also amazing - Polite, warm hearted, absolutely wonderful in all ways. They showed us around in their garden, and sent us back with loads of wonderful home-grown herbs and vegetables. Overall - a full 5-star experience. We just cant wait to be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sirena S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful & Magical
Ron and Rachel are absolutely wonderful hosts. So incredibly welcoming. I felt absolutely at home at the cottage and on the property itself. It is very quiet and peaceful. The cottage is so well kept and a magical splendor to stay in! I will be returning very soon!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

LESLIE T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Get away
The mountains in this area are absolutely beautiful!!! The pictures from our bedroom window are like a postcard!! Gorgeous!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adrienne S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Cottage
The cottage was perfect. The artwork and tile work inside were so beautiful and interesting, only to maybe be rivaled by the gorgeous sunrises and garden. The owners were very responsive to questions and loved meeting them and their dog. Their pony was super cute too. Conveniently located to Asheville and all it has to offer as well as hiking trails. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

OSCAR

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely views and safe. My wife and I were able to disconnect from the business of our daily lives ( it was needed ) and our girls enjoyed the opportunity to pet the pibe and the dog. Thank you Ron and Rachel !
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our second stay
This was our second stay at the cottage and it was our very first vrbo 8yrs ago. My wife loved it so much that she wanted to go back. Our son who is now 12yrs old got to sled a little bit this time with the snow. My wife got to recreate pictures of him when we first visited when he was 4yrs old. Took the long hike around the property this time as well. Great owners and great property.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren R., Rock Hill, SC

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Truly a slice of Heaven on Earth
This cottage and the surrounding property definitely feel like they are straight out of a fairytale. We did both the hikes on the property and the view is just stunning from up there. The longer hike to the little waterfall is well worth it. We had fun getting to know the pony, the dog, a kitty, and even some friendly donkeys who came up to us as we walked past their paddock and let us pet them. Directly surrounding the cottage is a hammock strung up with a little creek that runs right underneath it, and Ron and Rachel's beautiful gardens in the other direction. It has plenty of little places to sit and enjoy the garden and the stunning mountain views. The inside of the dwelling is so full of enchanting details and is quite cozy and comfy. So much care was obviously taken with the construction of the cottage and with the beautification of each piece of furniture. There was plenty of storage and we found it quite roomy. Definitely don't pass up the chance to stop by Addison Farms Vineyard, it's only about 15 mins away. It's a breathtaking, real vineyard with rows of vines and incredible 360° mountain views. We did the tasting and bought a few bottles. Also check out grateful roots, a nearby corner store with local goodies and amish meats and cheeses- delicious! The South Slope area of Asheville is also a quick drive away and is our favorite part of Asheville! We loved Green man, Burial, the Funkatorium, and South Slope cheese shop.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daniel M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful place in the mountains
Peaceful
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

jude m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful, Wonderful, Wonderful....
Beautiful..... Magical.... A place beyond time to rest and restore....
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brittany H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, relaxing stay
Hosts were very responsive if we needed to ask them anything. The cottage is one of a kind and the surrounding property is absolutely beautiful. I plan on going back in the future. Enjoyed the pony and their dog Adora. Very relaxing trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enchanting Place!
We chose the Clearfield Cottage because of it's location near Asheville, peaceful setting, and connections with both art and nature. Ron and Rachel have created a truly enchanting place! Rachel's art and textile work, combined with Ron's musical CDs, make the cottage warm and peaceful! Ron and Rachel are very welcoming! The girls played in the creek and visited with Princess (the Shetland pony) and Adora (the Great Pyrenees). We hiked the path to the waterfall several times. My husband and I relaxed in the gazebo with glasses of wine. Our family cooked several meals which the kitchen easily accommodated. We used the fire pit and made smores on our last day. We easily took trips to Asheville to shop and to Hot Springs to soak in the tubs. Overall, our visit was very special and enabled us to create many family memories! We can't wait to return!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christian W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bucolic Splendor
My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed the stay, and it actually surpassed our already high expectations. We loved feeding and spending time with Princess, even in the colder temperatures. A lovely trail behind the property gave us some exercise and things to see. It is a perfect place to relax, but not too far to town. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Zandria T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clearwater Cottage
Very relaxing and enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Timothy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clearfield Cottage, Peaceful Haven
My wife and I celebrated our wedding Anniversary at this unique and beautiful sanctuary, and everything about it was extraordinary. We did not take advantage of the plethora of entertainment and natural attractions available, but instead soaked in the peaceful, relaxed and artistic aura of the cottage, property and the most helpful, accommodating hosts that you could imagine. The natural beauty of the setting is rivaled only by the incredible artistic nature of the cottage itself. A splendid work of art, and filled with tokens large and small of Rachel Clearfield's artistic soul. The garden, the paintings, the mosaics, the music (courtesy of Ron), the healing and creative spirit of the place; all of these left us feeling refreshed and with rekindled hope for the future - both ours and mankind's!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Unique Cotttage
We really enjoyed our peaceful get away staying in this bright cheerful cottage. Would we go back? Absolutely!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Susie b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Like staying inside a piece of art....
We loved staying in this beautiful setting. Ron and Rachel’s home is unparalleled.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Susan I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magic in the Mountains
This was our second visit to the incomparable Clearfield cottage. It just gets better. We spent our mornings in the large window-seat overlooking what can only be described as paradise: a mosaic of English gardens, sweeping mountain vistas, whimsical storybook characters like the small horse who *loves* carrots and the frolicking sheepdog (aptly named after the word 'adorable'). By night, we enjoyed the galactic display of stars and lightening bugs glittering outside, listening to the stirring cello music on Ron's CDs and gazing at the art exhibited throughout the cottage walls and floors: Rachel Clearfield has not yet met a medium (cabinets, jewelry, canvas) she cannot make breathtakingly beautiful. Of course, we availed ourselves of the nearby goings-on: hiking trails (highly recommend Craven Gap) Asheville beer tours, farmers markets, live music. Clearfield cottage is what happens when artists find Earth. It is exquisite and we will be back very soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Its was a wonderful relaxing time
Rachel and Ron were wonderful host. They entertained our children with their ponies. My kids had a wonderful time. Me and my wife had a very nice relaxing weekend as well and we will definitely be back. Beautiful views..nice short hiking trail..away from the city...just a beautiful location...

10/10 Excellent

JENNIFER L.

Beautiful setting and gracious hosts. Truly a five star experience!
Everything was perfect for our stay! We chose this romantic cottage for our elopement and photo session. We stayed for 4 days, so it was a mini honeymoon as well. Every detail of the cottage was beautiful. The amazing artwork by Rachel, inside and out, and the attention to even the smallest comfort and convenience made for a comfortable and relaxing stay. The day of our planned photo session was rained out but the photographer and Ron and Rachel were more than happy to accomdate us for the next day. We enjoyed walking on the farm and meeting the animals and relaxed while enjoying Ron’s music. Adora, their dog, was so sweet and friendly. The Clearfields have created the perfect, peaceful retreat. We will definitely return. We came for the views and fell in love with the place. Their attention to detail and expression of beauty through sharing their talents, made all the difference between this vacation rental and all others I have visited.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sharon and Butch D.

PERFECT!
We couldn't have imagined anything more perfect. The views are beautiful.The house is in a lovely setting. There is a trail to do a short hike to get even more spectacular views. Just stunning. And we appreciated the extra kindnesses. Thank you Rachael and Ron!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Ben S.

Very unique cottage in a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere.
We had a great time. The cottage was beautifully done and the sounds of the creek flowing made it all that much more relaxing. Our only regret was that we didn’t have more time to get to know the owners. They were very nice and unique people themselves.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sammy L.

Excellent experience
Ron and Rachel were truly awesome hosts. Our stay was made magical with fresh beautiful flowers in vases, a collection of Rachel's art and Ron's music in the cottage, an invitation into their home to view their stunning arts and paintings, an offering of fresh tomatoes straight from their garden, and an opportunity to get to know their horses. All these were complemented with a beautiful sunrise view and a dream-like scenic drive throughout the trip. I would recommend this cottage to anyone interested in checking out the area and the culture/people within.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jean L.

Weekend Get away!
As my wife and I learned so much about each other during the 5 years of marriage I decided to surprise her on this cottage plan. It took me 3 months to plan. After she and I worked and worked countless hours I told her to pack her bags and im going to do something for our anniversary and im not telling you until we get there! of coarse her being a great photographer she soaked in the beauty of the land and embrace what nature had to offer. A break from the world was what we needed to kindle our thoughts and share a bottle of wine by the fire pit. We shared stories and memories. We both enjoyed our stay at the cottage and i would like to return. Preferably during the fall and winter months.It was warm inside the house but not uncomfortable. It was good to be one with nature.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Samuel G.

Asheville's Hidden Heaven!
This cottage and land....is one of the most beautiful places in the world! The mountain views are breathtaking...the cottage is absolutely gorgeous...the owners are two of the most amazing people we have ever met. The sounds of nature and the views will take you to that special place of peace! We loved our stay and will be back multiple times in the future!!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Jessica S.

Relaxing and Beautiful
My husband, our 4 year old and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay with Rachel and Ron. The house is absolutely beautiful and the views are stunning. We enjoyed the butterfly gardens and watching the horses. Asheville is a short distance, maybe 20 mins or so.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

About the host

Hosted by Ron Clearfield

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Owner's Ron and Rachel Clearfield are musicians and artists. We've practiced meditation, sustainable living and the joys of life for many decades. The beauty of nature, art, music and healthy lifestyles are foremost in our beliefs.

Why they chose this property

We actually built this guest cottage just recently. A labor of love, situated on our beautiful land; a place to share with others who are looking for something unique. We chose nearby Asheville because Asheville rocks! Incredible restaurants, entertainment and always fun things to do and people to see. They don't call it the "Paris' of the South" for nothing!

What makes this property unique

We've personally stayed many times in the cottage and have always been impressed with how peaceful, esthetically inspiring, quiet and restful our stay was.
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