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Welcome to Sparrow Cottage!
Open living and dining area on the main level.
Updated kitchen with dishwasher, tea kettle, toaster oven, and 2 types of coffeemakers (drip-style and Nespresso).
Outdoor fire pit with seating for 4.
Dedicated parking area alongside the home.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 4139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

Explore the area

Map
Black Mountain, North Carolina
  • White Horse Black Mountain
    3 min drive
  • Black Mountain Center for the Arts
    3 min drive
  • Swannanoa Valley Museum
    3 min drive
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    37 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Half Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Dining Area

About this property

Sparrow Cottage | Charming Arts & Crafts Cottage with Grill, Fire Pit & Mountaintop Views!

Sleep alongside the tree tops at Sparrow Cottage, a charming arts and crafts style 2 bedroom cottage that overlooks the mountains within the picturesque, upscale Village of Cheshire. This home is only a short 15-minute drive away from Asheville and mere minutes away from downtown Black Mountain. It is also within walking distance of the YMCA (pool, tennis, and fitness center) and the Village of Cheshire town center. Here you will find several dining options including Beradu, a new restaurant, bar, and specialty market, or Sake Sushi, which boasts high-quality Japanese cuisine.

The interior of Sparrow Cottage was recently fully updated, including the addition of a spacious downstairs bedroom and bathroom (complete with walk-in shower) connected by interior stairs. Sparrow Cottage also has hardwood floors and fresh paint throughout. This 3-level home has 2 bedrooms, each with a luxurious king-sized bed and a full bathroom. The downstairs bedroom also features a new Roku-based LCD smart TV, a brand-new sofa, a sitting chair, and a coffee table. Up the stairs, you'll find similar new features alongside a full bath with a spacious shower and laundry area with a washer and dryer. The upstairs bedroom does not have a TV but features a deck for viewing High Windy Mountain while sipping on your beverage of choice!

The main level has a new LCD Smart TV with a new soundbar, new furniture, a new refrigerator, microwave, Nespresso, cooking utensils, and dishes. The living room features a gas-log fireplace and a new kitchen table and chairs. Step out on the deck and relax under the stars. Use the new Weber grill year-round to grill fresh foods for an enjoyable feast. Gather around the outdoor fire pit to stay warm on those chilly nights. Fresh linens and towels are provided for your convenience, and a mini-split A/C system was installed upstairs to enhance your overall comfort.

Please Note: Due to the owners' severe allergies, no pets are allowed. The fire pit and chairs are stored beneath the deck when not in use to make room for overflow parking.

*****THERE IS ONGOING DAYTIME CONSTRUCTION IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD*****

Property manager

Greybeard Rentals
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 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
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

Black Mountain

Located in Cheshire, a neighbourhood in Black Mountain, this holiday home is in the mountains. 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. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking/biking trails in the area.
Map
Black Mountain, North Carolina

What's nearby

  • White Horse Black Mountain - 3 min drive
  • Swannanoa Valley Museum - 3 min drive
  • Lake Tomahawk - 5 min drive
  • Black Mountain Golf Club - 6 min drive
  • Catawba Falls - 23 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sparrow Cottage | Charming Arts & Crafts Cottage with Grill, Fire Pit & Mountaintop Views! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sparrow Cottage | Charming Arts & Crafts Cottage with Grill, Fire Pit & Mountaintop Views!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sparrow Cottage | Charming Arts & Crafts Cottage with Grill, Fire Pit & Mountaintop Views!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sparrow Cottage | Charming Arts & Crafts Cottage with Grill, Fire Pit & Mountaintop Views! located?

Located in Cheshire, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of White Horse Black Mountain, Black Mountain Center for the Arts and Swannanoa Valley Museum. The Merry Wine Market and Lake Tomahawk are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Black Mountain Stay
Sparrow was just the spot to enjoy all that Black Mountain had to offer- great restaurants, hiking, fishing and time in town.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great tine
Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
We had a wonderful time at this property. Location was great and close to many restaurants and shopping.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

kirk f.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas 2022
We enjoyed a few days at Christmas. The house is nicely set up for two couples with bed/bath on ground and top levels. Kitchen is well equipped. The neighborhood is close to town and quick access to Asheville. Note - the houses in Cheshire are close together if this matters to you. The driveway is steep but you get used to it.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun Mountain Weekend!
We enjoyed our time here! The house was in a great location, and the neighborhood is very nice. I will say the drive way is extremely steep, so if you don’t have an SUV or car with 4WD and some clearance it will be difficult to get in and out.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy & Great Location
We make a couple visits a year to Asheville area, have been visiting Black Mountain area more… This property was great for us!! It was cozy, clean, had a nice balcony - with a nice view… Good walking in the neighborhood, close to everything in Black Mountain…not a far drive to Asheville. Easy Check- In, and communication was good!! Driveway is steep - short road up to the alley, that goes to the driveway is steep… We had no problems, and are used to this - to get a nice view. Great visit - we look forward to returning
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Steve M., 9123 Vantage Ct, West Chester, Ohio 45069

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Cottage in Black Mountain
This cottage is in a very nice, private neighborhood and very close to downtown Black Mountain. The cottage was very clean and well maintained. I would recommend having an SUV to navigate the gravel lane to the cottage drive as it was pretty rough and prone to dragging in a sedan.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jaime L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location and Vacation Home
My family spent Labor Day weekend at the cottage and exploring nearby trails along the neighborhood. We especially loved the creek and beauty of the landscape. View from the patio was gorgeous. Floor plan was awesome for 4 of us- kids downstairs and parents upstairs. We were very close to the Biltmore, mountains, and restaurants. This house did not disappoint and we will definitely come back. Expectations for garbage, parking, etc was very well outlined on the communication leading up to our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nick and Nancy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would Buy the cottage if I could!
Sparrow cottage in Villages of Cheshire was perfect! Charming neighborhood, walked paths through wooded areas, walked for dinner/drinks in village, loved Black Mountain’s quaint town with shops, breweries, restaurants. 12 miles from Asheville. We are already planning return trip.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
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6/10 Okay

Ashley R.

Very clean, beautiful neighborhood
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We booked this house in September for thanksgiving week. We hand never traveled to Asheville and were looking for somewhere to stay that was close to everything but still in the mountains. I was surprised at how small this house actually was. We paid $375 per night and had one actual bedroom and bathroom upstairs. If you google the address here is shows it's a 1 bedroom 1.5 baths with 852 sq ft. This was very small for a family of 4. They made the downstairs basement into their 2nd bedroom and added a bathroom as well. I would not consider this to be a 2 bedroom house as advertised. The house was very clean and comfortable overall. You will get locked out of the house exactly at 10am in check out day so make sure you do not need to re-enter for any reason. The neighborhood was beautiful and we enjoyed dining at the Trailhead restaurant nearby. I would only recommend this property if it was advertised as it's true size and the price wasn't so high, even though it was thanksgiving week- almost $400 a night for a small 1 bedroom house is very high.
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10/10 Excellent

Blackmountain Sparrow cottage
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Enjoyed the cabinet very much I would definitely do it again
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10/10 Excellent

Jimmy D.

Mental Therapy
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: I am from upstate South Carolina originally and after living in southwestern Florida for four years I really needed a cool break. I love the location, the weather, the cottage, and nature. I will return.
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10/10 Excellent

Bonita F.

Cozy comfort
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 and another couple shared this house for a 4-day getaway in early October. It met our needs perfectly. We were so grateful to find a house with 2 extremely comfortable king beds, separate bathrooms, and a kitchen that allowed us to cook and eat in. We used the gas grill on several occasions. Stairs to up and downstairs sleeping spaces were a bit steep, but we managed. As others have said, the driveway was also a little crazy. Decor was tasteful, modern, and neutral, much appreciated. Watch out for the bear that greeted us outside the front door when we returned one afternoon! Black Mountain is a wonderful reprieve from hectic Asheville!
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10/10 Excellent

hillery w.

48 Sparrow Cottage Black Mtn, NC A+
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 Cottage is located in a very clean, quiet, & pretty community with shopping and places to dine at the entrance. You are about 3-5 minutes other grocery stores, Starbucks, & other fast food locations. 3 min from the interstate 40, 5 min from downtown Black Mtn. Approximately 15 min from the Biltmore Estate, & the Blueridge Parkway and many sites and attractions. I was pleasantly surprised & extremely pleased with the accomadatios & location.
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8/10 Good

Sparrow Cottage
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 home was very nice and well put together. In a good location from the highway and the view was great from the balcony. My wife's and I only complaint was the bed. The bed was like sleeping on the floor even though it had a memory foam pad on it but it was very thin. Besides that had a great time staying in the home and visiting the surrounding area.
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10/10 Excellent

Wonderful Vacation
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 whole process was great, the house was spotless and the neighbor was quiet. Loved the town and the breakfast at the house downtown (cannot remember the name) was awesome
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10/10 Excellent

Sparrow Cottage
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 love working with Greybeard and this trip was no different! Sparrow Cottage is charming and we will return there again on our annual visit to Black Mountain. The cottage was spotless and provided us with exactly the space we needed for a family getaway. Greybeard is a first class rental company......from great customer service to the added touches you receive when you arrive. The bread was delicious! C’ya all next Fall!
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8/10 Good

Madeleine N.

Lots of stairs
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: Property was as described and very clean and well kept. Bedrooms were either up or down stairs. Which we knew going in. We just didn't realize how old we had gotten since we had pulled a lot of steps. However, by the end of the week, we were doing much better going up and down the stairs. This is a great house for young people. The drive way was not easy to navigate. We also knew this going in. Would come back to this neighborhood, but not this particular house, because of the above mentioned difficulties for us.
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6/10 Okay

Terri B.

Steep driveway requiring repairs to prevent damage to your car
Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was somewhat unhappy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This cottage was clean, well-furnished and surrounded by very beautiful homes with pristine lawns and vegetation. Our main issue was the driveway and parking. We have a new, expensive automobile so it was of concern to us. It was mentioned in several older reviews. My take-away from this experience is that I need to read ALL reviews! When I called the management office and expressed our dismay with the driveway, I was told that in the past ten years no one else had brought this to their attention. I should add that the management did offer to move us to another property but unfortunately there was nothing available. Specifically in regard to the driveway, the drain grate across the entrance of the drive from a narrow alley is deteriorating and has the potential to destroy tires. Also, the vegetation along side the driveway needs to be pruned back to prevent scratching the paint on your car. The driveway is gravel, very steep, and offers very little room to negotiate and maneuver. Hopefully, you are very proficient at backing up! Even with all-wheel drive on our car, the tires were still spinning in the gravel. This driveway should at minimum be paved. There is no on street parking. Please be aware of this is you rent this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018
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10/10 Excellent

Jeanne G.

Very nice 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: Sparrow Cottage was very clean, and layout was great for 2 couples. Lots of room. Kitchen well equipped and updated. Some very nice touches for guests. Beds were comfortable. Only drawback was that back in Sept. 2017, I was told that the A/C for upstairs would be corrected "soon". It wasn't when we arrived in May. Got a bit warm up there. Thank goodness it wasn't hot out or we would have been very unhappy. Parking was a bit awkward, but we managed. Neighborhood is very cute and very quiet at night. Drive was only about 15-20 minutes from Asheville. Black Mountain is nice, but shops all close early. Also, flooding issue hampered some activities. We would return to area and would stay at Sparrow Cottage again if A/C is corrected.
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10/10 Excellent

Mike and Toni V.

Great Place!
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: Great place in a great location. Close to Black Mountain restaurants. Would stay here again.
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10/10 Excellent

Gary R. R.

A Visit to the NC hill country
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: Greybeard was very helpful and prompt with managing the reservations. We have used them in the past on many occasions and have found them to be consistently efficient and accommodating
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Marsha Z., Columbia, SC

Cozy and Peaceful Cottage with a View
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: Excellent stay in this beautifully decorated cottage. Has every amenity you need. Best sleeping beds for a most relaxing stay. Wonderful restaurants in the village within walking distance. Great hiking/walking areas.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful House, Wonderful Location, Wonderful Experience!
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 the second time my husband and I have rented a house from Greybeard in the same community in Black Mountain. This house was just as great as the first one. It's the perfect house for two couples since one bedroom is upstairs and one bedroom is down stairs. Plenty of privacy for each couple along with a terrific shared living and kitchen area. I would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a beautiful and quiet location. Plus, it's a short ride to downtown Asheville -- giving you the best of both worlds. This is a wonderful house in a wonderful location!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kay L.

Girls Retreat
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: WE had a very relaxing 3 days at the Sparrow. VEry clean, loved the deck. great being just minutes from downtown. DRiveway is a challenge. WOuld recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

About the host

Hosted by Greybeard Rentals

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Greybeard Rentals manages vacation rentals and vacation cabins in Asheville, Black Mountain, Montreat, Old Fort and surrounding areas. Located 10-15 minutes from downtown Asheville, Black Mountain is a quaint town with many great shopping options, delicious restaurants, breweries and access to hiking trails and wilderness areas. TripAdvisor named Black Mountain one of America's Prettiest Towns in 2017. Asheville is home to award-winning restaurants, stunning mountain views with access to areas like the Blue Ridge Parkway, The Biltmore Estate, and a variety of local art and culture. Oh, and did we mention Asheville has had the record for having more breweries per capita than any other U.S. city? We held the title for Beer City USA in 2009. Hiking trails are also located throughout western North Carolina.

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