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Wintersun.. A World Class Private Estate Atop A Mountain 15 min from Asheville

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Exterior
Exterior
Property grounds
Golf
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 10529.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Fairview, NC
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Biltmore Estate
    ‪29 min drive‬
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Boxwood

1 Queen Bed

Holly

1 Queen Bed

Laurel

1 King Bed

Leyland

1 King Bed

Wintersun Suite and Spa

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Wintersun.. A World Class Private Estate Atop A Mountain 15 min from Asheville

Welcome to your very own piece of paradise only 15 minutes from Asheville, North Carolina where you will enjoy your time away from the cares of this world. Located on a 150 acre gated estate, Wintersun sets itself apart from other mountain homes.

As soon as you drive through the gates, you will pass a rushing trout stream, drive through a lush green valley, cross over the bridge by the trickle down ponds, pass the horses playing in a mountain meadow and drive up and away to the fern and flower-bedecked verandah, which offers a comfortable seat and a breathtaking view.

The environment is a contrast in expansiveness and intimacy. From the verandah mountain ranges recede into smoky blue shadows, while on the arbor side the stone garden climbs 50 feet flanking a 24-foot waterfall surrounded by an enclosed lawn.

Inside the elegant country home are spacious rooms furnished with oriental rugs, antiques, huge stone fireplaces, books galore, with deep chairs and sofas for leisurely pursuits. All 5 of Wintersun's bedrooms are beautifully appointed with fine furnishings, designer fabrics, lush linens, down comforters, private baths, cozy seating, and fireplaces, with fabulous views of the blue ridge mountains.

For disc golf lovers, in addition to 4 miles of private hiking trails there are 2 private disc golf courses which have been rated as one of the best private courses on the east coast.

Property manager

Judy Carter
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Contact owner before renting. Fees may apply.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking is not allowed inside

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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 35
Note from host: Contact owner before renting. Fees may apply.
This property uses solar energy
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

Fairview

Located in Fairview, this holiday home is in the city centre. Biltmore Estate is a notable landmark, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance and Chimney Rock State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at The Orange Peel or Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Fairview, NC

What's nearby

  • Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance - 13 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center - 15 min drive - 12.1 km
  • Blue Ridge National Heritage Area - 17 min drive - 13.1 km
  • Western North Carolina Nature Center - 18 min drive - 15.2 km
  • Biltmore Estate - 29 min drive - 21.0 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Turgua Brewing - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Breakfast Shoppe - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪The Local Joint - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Highland Brewing Company - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬21 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Wintersun.. A World Class Private Estate Atop A Mountain 15 min from Asheville pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Wintersun.. A World Class Private Estate Atop A Mountain 15 min from Asheville?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Wintersun.. A World Class Private Estate Atop A Mountain 15 min from Asheville?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Wintersun.. A World Class Private Estate Atop A Mountain 15 min from Asheville located?

This family-friendly holiday home is in the centre of Fairview, within 9 mi (15 km) of Hickory Nut Gap Farm, Asheville's Fun Depot and Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance. Blue Ridge National Heritage Area and CMLC Florence Nature Preserve are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 248 out of 253 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 253 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 253 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 253 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 253 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joanna W.

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

Amazing Inn - super cozy

Everything is so comfy at this house - great location - easy to get to Asheville and beautiful grounds to take walks and enjoy mountain life. Every state room is perfectly appointed.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay B.

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

Wonderful stay

Beautiful home and wonderful accommodations! We loved our stay and are itching to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wesley J.

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

Wintersun Bliss

This was our fifth year at Wintersun! What a wonderful place! We always look forward to our stays at the big house! Roaming the grounds and trails and heading in to Asheville and the surrounding areas. Just too much fun! We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

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

60th Birthday party

The host and caretaker were amazing and very responsive. The property was even more incredible than the photos could show. Nothing beats having acres of land to yourself allowing you to laugh loud and enjoy your music late into the evening. Plenty of kitchen space for the private Chef we hired for a speacial dinner.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

david l.

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

Asheville area relaxation

Really enjoyed Wintersun. It was a very picturesque property with hiking trails and a lot of tranquility1
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

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

Highly Recommend

We did an extended 13 day stay and enjoyed the property immensely. Judy is easy to communicate with and she went out of her way to upgrade the wifi for us since we were working remotely. The grounds are beautiful for hikes, frisbee golf, or walking with dogs. We’ll likely return.
Stayed 12 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lidia P.

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

Respite

Wintersun met all our expectations. We were looking for a place where our family could get together and enjoy all that Asheville has to offer and reconnect with friends. The property has many hiking trails and provides plenty of space for guests to enjoy quiet time.
Stayed 50 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John H.

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

Awesome place

Great private estate. Felt like a European country house with magnificent views and excellent access to a fun town 10 minutes away (Asheville). Thank you and looking forward to visiting again.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

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

Weekend away

We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyler H.

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

Beautiful Grounds

The house was very well-equipped. The property grounds were immaculate and beautiful. We will be staying here again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dylan H.

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

Wedding

We had an amazing time, the property was beautiful and very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cassie R.

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

Gorgeous Estate

This property and experience was truly unforgettable. The beauty of this place is magnificent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

William G.

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

Disc golf paradise

We love taking our annual disc golf trip here! The course is beautiful with a variety of shots.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

George L., Newport Beach

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

Absolutely amazing place

This property was just astonishing! My wife and I have been renting through VRBO for over 10 years and this is one of the top few we have stayed at. Beautiful grounds with great hiking trails.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Janelle O.

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

Beautiful views!

We didn’t want to leave!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

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

Incredible Property, Pictures Don’t Do It Justice!

The property was more than we could have imagined! An enormous, elegant house with amazing views of the mountains! Property manager was helpful, responsive, and willing to work with our scheduling. Would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Athena F.

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

Incredible space for a family celebration!

We reserved Wintersun to celebrate our mom's 90th birthday. The porches, views, trails, and wildlife made the celebration extra special. We found most of the trails to be very well maintained. Landscaping is also quite impressive. (Nice work, Alex and crew!) We enjoyed seeing wild turkeys on the main lawn each morning/evening. Staff were very responsive and helpful (no problems, just questions!). Neighbors stopped to help us take photographs. I can't wait to go back. Judy and her staff have earned all the accolades possible.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

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

Sober Disc Golf Trip

Incredible property with a short but interesting history of its development. Custom built to be a resort retreat for Non-Profit executives/employees. Operated as a high end B&B / Inn for over a decade. Every bedroom has a full bathroom and every room has a working gas fireplace. Beautifully landscaped and very well cared for.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

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

Amazing property and house

The visit to Wintersun exceeded our expectations!!! The hosts have a truly amazing home and we are so grateful we got to spend our weekend there. 5 star experience all the way!!! We will be back to enjoy it even more. The rooms are beautifully decorated and the thoughtfulness to every detail was truly appreciated. Amazing amazing !! Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark P.

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

Friends Reunion

This property is amazing. Five couples met up for a friend reunion and this location accommodated us perfectly with each couple having their own bedroom and bathroom. The kitchen was great for cooking several meals and hanging out. We are already discussing a return trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John S.

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

Absolutely breathtaking experience

We had an absolutely amazing time staying at Wintersun for a long weekend and an intimate wedding. The grounds and house exceeded all expectations from the listing and our research. The house was truly incredible, offering plenty of room for us to gather together while also providing spaces for privacy. The grounds were breathtakingly beautiful, exceptionally quiet, and peaceful. We will definitely be returning one day in the future and are grateful to Judy for allowing us to use Wintersun for an absolutely incredible weekend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine L.

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

Amazing property!

We stayed here and hosted a micro wedding on the property (20 people) and it was incredible! The house was large enough to have 10 people stay there plus have additional guests to hangout and didn’t feel crammed. The attention to detail of the property is incredible. Had a great time playing disc golf and walking around. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

John L.

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

John

Really a beautiful property and private.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Maria E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquil Estate combining grandeur and warmth

Winter sun estate is truly magical! Not only is the setting tranquil with stunning, hiking trails and rolling hills with a magnificent porch front view… It truly feels as if you have stepped back in time with its grand architecture, furnishings and setting. Perfect for hosting multiple family’s and friends as we did for our weeks stay celebrating our friends and family coming in for our sons wedding. We hosted an intimate Rehearsal Dinner which all of our guests really enjoyed . The host has such a beautiful array of dishes, stemware , silverware etc to easily host an elegant dinner party! Beds were comfy with very spacious rooms and en-suite bathrooms that made it perfect for 8 of our family members to move in for the week. We didn’t want to leave! The only “tweaks” I would recommend would be a supply of a few more towels per guest
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

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

Always Majestic

Wintersun is magical. The landscape is stunning, the house is majestic and fully stocked to meet your needs. The owner is welcoming and lovely. We have made this an annual getaway and look forward to returning!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

About the host

Hosted by Judy Carter

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Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests