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Lovely Cottage w/ Sauna & Fire Pit Near Asheville!

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Exterior
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Terrace/patio
TV, DVD player, books

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

1 bedroom2 bathroomsSleeps 2125 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lovely Cottage w/ Sauna & Fire Pit Near Asheville!

Discover the Blue Ridge Mountains from this 1-bedroom, 2-bathroom vacation rental cottage in Swannanoa that features 1,350 square feet of modern, yet rustic living space and sleeping accommodations for 2. The perfect spot for a romantic getaway, this home offers a welcoming interior and a spacious, groomed yard. Explore the beautiful Black Mountain, lounge by the outdoor fire pit and indulge in Asheville’s unique culture, which is only 15 minutes away!

-- THE PROPERTY --

Bedroom: King Bed

This fully restored cottage is beautifully outfitted with stylish, high-end accents and rustic wood floors and ceilings. An open-concept layout creates a spacious feel and easy flow throughout.

If you need some down time after your travels, decompress in the inviting living area, which includes a comfortable sofa, ottoman, and flat-screen TV equipped with Roku.

Prepare a hearty breakfast to fuel your day in the fully equipped kitchen. The space features granite countertops, beautiful wood cabinets, a tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and a breakfast bar.

Dine at the kitchen table set for 4 or take your food out to the patio table, which offers an umbrella for protection on sunny or rainy days.

Just off of the kitchen, you’ll find the spacious bedroom that offers a plush king bed, flat-screen TV with Roku, and a huge en suite bathroom. Soak your aching muscles in the Jacuzzi tub before crawling into bed for a restful night of sleep.

-- THE LOCATION --

An outdoor enthusiast’s dream, this home is within minutes of numerous rivers, nature trails, golf courses, and more! Practice your swing on the golf course before taking in the mesmerizing views of the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Maggie Valley, a town in Haywood County, is only 30 minutes from the property and is home to Ghost Town in the Sky, as well as Cataloochee Ski Area.

When you’re interested in immersing yourself in a unique culture, head into Asheville, which is only 15 minutes away. Here, you’ll find a surplus of breweries, restaurants, shops, museums, art galleries, and more!

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- ADDITIONAL DETAILS --

Key Residence Features:
- Amenities include a fully equipped kitchen, wireless internet access, 3 flat-screen TVs, equipped with Roku, spacious yard, patio furniture, outdoor fire pit, sauna, and more
- Fantastic location only minutes from the mountains and Asheville - Enjoy easy access to hiking, mountain biking, skiing, snowboarding, golf courses, restaurants, shops, museums, art galleries, breweries and more

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- The loft is not accessible for guest use, as the stairs are very steep. The owner is not responsible for any incidents or accidents that may occur if guests use the stairs up to the loft
- Please note that the property is located close to a highway and railway line at the bottom of the valley. There are occasions when you will hear the train go by, as well as traffic noise in the backyard area
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires stairs for access

Property manager

Evolve Vacation Rental Network

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 private bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Motor boating nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,350 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Remodeled Swannanoa Cottage W/sauna Yard&fire Pit
Remodeled Cottage W/sauna Yard&fire Pit
Remodeled Swannanoa W/sauna Yard&fire Pit
Remodeled W/sauna Yard&fire Pit
Remoled Wsauna Yard&fire Pit
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Remodeled Swannanoa Cottage W/sauna, Yard&fire Pit Cottage
Remodeled Swannanoa Cottage W/sauna, Yard&fire Pit Swannanoa

About the area

Map
Swannanoa, North Carolina

What's nearby

  • Western North Carolina Nature Center - 7 min drive
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center - 8 min drive
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance - 8 min drive
  • Blue Ridge National Heritage Area - 9 min drive
  • Biltmore Estate - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Breakfast Shoppe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Highland Brewing Company - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Zaxby's - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely Cottage w/ Sauna & Fire Pit Near Asheville! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lovely Cottage w/ Sauna & Fire Pit Near Asheville!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely Cottage w/ Sauna & Fire Pit Near Asheville!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lovely Cottage w/ Sauna & Fire Pit Near Asheville! located?

Situated in Swannanoa, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Azalea Dog Park, Southern Highland Craft Guild Folk Art Center and Pisgah Brewing Company. Western North Carolina Nature Center and Blue Ridge Parkway Visitor Center are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Lovely Cottage w/ Sauna & Fire Pit Near Asheville! Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Angie G.

Nice Cottage; Location Not So Much
The cottage itself was gorgeous but we were disappointed in the location. It sits at the end of a dead-end road with a view of railroad tracks, another road and storage buildings. The trains run both in the early morning and late at night. The televisions in the cottage have no access to network TV. Your only choice is Netflix and that proved to be a challenge. It would take five or six attempts each time we turned on the TV before Netflix would engage. We had to go into town to watch an NFL game. Also, there are some nice amenities, namely, electric fireplace, sauna and Jacuzzi but there is no information on how to operate these items. Not a really big deal (no pun intended) but we had to battle ants in the kitchen sink while we were there. Taking everything into account, it was a nice property but the location was quite disappointing.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017

4/10 Poor

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
Hidden fees and owner parks car there so no access to carport
We were charged an owner Fee which equaled another nights stay??? Also, cleaning fee for us to strip the bed, take out the trash, and start dishwasher. I am okay with starting the dishwasher. But there better be no cobwebs or layers of debris on surfaces. Just saying. So I am not sure we’re the disconnect is, but you are directed to a different site that is called Evolve. So most likely I will not use VRBO ever again. This equates to an additional nights stay. Absolutely ridiculous. House needs a deep cleaning!!!!!! Bed is uncomfortable and linens do not smell fresh. Yes the house is updated, tastefully decorated, and nice. The pictures show no vehicle in the driveway, but when you arrive there is one. So you are under the impression there is someone there. I called the manager and he stated this was listed in the description and does cause a problem. I have reviewed the description and do not see this anywhere. Also stated they are working on it. This means do not worry about it, because it will not be moved. So basically I had to load our car to leave in a down pour. One of the reasons I chose this place was the covered parking, because of the unpredictable weather in the area. Really did not use the outdoors area due the weather being unpredictable and the trailer park / meth lab next door to the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

8/10 Good

Chris M.

All the amenities
Very lovely home. Well stocked with everything one might need. Nice setting. Only negatives would be road noise from nearby freeway and the occasional train horns.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Nicest rental we have ever had
This was hinestly the best rental we have ever had. Everything was perfect. The house was absolutely what we had hoped it would be.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

6/10 Okay

Terry C.

Liked: Location
Nicely Remodeled Property
While the property was recently and nicely remodeled the location left a little to be desired. It was hard to enjoy the outdoor space due to proximity to the Interstate and while a bit comical the crowing rooster did become annoying as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

pam W.

vacation getaway
great place! have put a lot of work into property!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas M.

Little privacy house
Great space with firepit outside and sauna. House was super clean and quiet place
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brandi M., Georgia

7yr anniversary getaway
Place was a total gem, clean, great space, super close to entertainment like the Biltmore estates. We enjoyed all the amenities on the property especially the jetted tub and sauna. We thank you so much for opening up your home to us. Thank you again Adam and Brandi
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

8/10 Good

Tyna P.

Comfort and clean
The property was extremely clean and seemed new ! Back yard was super cute and the bed was very comfy! It was an easy 10 min drive to downtown! Overall a great place and very homey

10/10 Excellent

George H.

Read description
Very nice place. They have spent some money to remodel. The traffic and train were a little bit distracting, but the overall stay was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

Swannanoa
Property was very nice and comfortable. It’s not far from Asheville or any of the attractions in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

8/10 Good

Angi D., Charlotte, NC

Location Location Location
We rent homes in the AVL area pretty often. We absolutely love it there! This home looks like the pictures. It is really nicely done, very fresh and HGTV-like. We didn't get to experience the backyard or sauna due to inclement weather, but inside was very nice. The property is clean and you are only ~10 mins from downtown AVL. The management company was also super helpful. We had read the reviews about the trains in the night ... and they’re all true. It will wake you out of a good sleep, but they also don’t run too often (3am though!?). What we didn’t see in other reviews: - you are not far from the highway, so you get some of that noise too. - the view from the front porch is nice, other than all the orange doors you see on the storage units in your line of sight. - the owners’ car was left in the driveway. While a nice car, it means you don't get the benefit of the carport when it rains (which it did for us on both days). - Finally, your neighbors to the left are several mobile homes (and one right up close to the fence). We have absolutely nothing against mobile homes, but we thought this little gem of a home was tucked away in the landscape, but in fairness you drive down a small road with a church, some commercial buildings, and these few mobile homes. When you’re inside enjoying a nice meal or the nicely appointed features, you don’t notice any of this at all. As we had not seen these few things really mentioned in other reviews, we wanted to share them with you here.

6/10 Okay

Mark C.

Sweet & Sour.
The Good,the Bad and the Ugly. The Good: The house refurbished is great! The profile pics are accurgate as the owners spent a ton of $ and craftsmanship to make a beautiful home. Very well done! Highly recommend the BBQ at Okay Dokey smokehouse just 2 miles up the road. Also suggest a visit to the Tupelo Honey downtown. The Bad: We must have been the first house guests this spring. Spent the first 15 minutes sweeping dead bugs and cobwebs from the bathrooms and bedroom. Found bugs in the couch blanket as well...so skipped the living room all weekend. None of the outdoor furniture had been cleaned...dirt,dust,pollen covered the chairs & tables. What a bummer. The Ugly: Listing failed to note 1) Mobile home trailer park next door, 2) I-40 runs behind the property, 3) 100 yards from the front door is a working train line....you'll certainly notice this throughout the night..

10/10 Excellent

LaTasha R.

Amazing Getaway from Reality
This property is everything my husband and I thought it would be, looks exactly like the pictures posted online which is definitely a plus. Home was clean and very welcoming, the interior design is absolutely gorgeous! Do not let the train tracks in front stop you from staying at this home you will definitely regret it. Property owner was very friendly as well and answered any questions we had right on the spot. We will definitely back to visit this beautiful home very soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Loved it!
The house was very clean and comfortable. We had everything we needed for our weekend stay. I loved the remodeled bathroom and the shower was amazing. I wish the weather had been more cooperative as the rain kept us from enjoying the backyard as much as we would have liked. My husbands only complaint was the trains woke him up; I wasn't bothered by them at all. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

Couples Getaway!
This house was perfect for a much needed getaway for me and my husband! We stayed in most of the weekend cooking our favorites and just enjoying a quiet, cozy space. It was also super convenient to grab an Uber or just drive ourselves into downtown Asheville. The sauna and jacuzzi tub were great additions to allow for a little extra pampering while we were there. Highly recommend this for any couple looking for a nice weekend retreat! We plan to use it again and recommend it to any of our friends headed this way.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Courtney S.

charming weekend location
Well cared for cottage. Out of the bustle of downtown Asheville but conveniently located. Quiet and comfortable. As described in VRBO listing. Would return.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Steve A.

Nice little cottage for two.
We were very pleased with this property and the location. We found the train charming and had easy access to all the sights we came to see. The property is clean, well maintained and very well represented by the photos. The only snag we had was that the sauna had a lock and the key had been misplaced. I e-mailed the managing company's contact and received a quick response. Since the key had been misplaced I didn't push the issue and I think the management company would have provided one had I not told them it was no big deal. Now had they brought one anyway, I would have thought that was exceptional and would have rated this as five star service as I consider this rating reserved for a superior experience above and beyond what is expected. This did not ruin anything and I would still recommend this property but wanted to mention it for other guests to be aware of issues that you can find using Homeaway. Overall a very good vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Beth W., Vinton, Virginia

A very cozy little house with a lot of charm and close to everything!
We had such a wonderful time staying in this very sweet little house. Perfect for a couples weekend getaway. Hope to return to it in the future. Thanks so much for sharing your home with us.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

Quaint, high-end, beautiful finishes throughout!
A perfect place for a honeymoon or romantic getaway. Just a short drive to downtown Asheville. Impeccably decorated. There was the lull of a train whistle from time to time, and beautiful landscape abounds in the backyard.The only thing missing was a blender.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Maureen A.

Beautiful, cozy cottage!
It was perfect for the two of us. Had everything we needed and was close to downtown Asheville and Biltmore (15 minutes). The train comes through in the middle of the night and blows it's horn loudly! Other than that, everything was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

Perfect get a way!
Location was perfect, house was beautiful with anything you could need or want! The train in the morning wasn’t bad if you were used to that type of thing. Definitely not something to deter you from this home!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nabil E.

Was a very nice stay and beautiful property!
The details and thought they put into their remodel was impeccable. The house was very close by to Biltmore, biltmore park, shopping, and restaurans. We really enjoyed sitting out on the back patio. We will be staying here again!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Pamela B.

Prefect Getaway
This home is everything you can expect and more! The cottage has been tastefully remodeled and decorated. The reclining sofa was a wonderful place to take a nap. The master bathroom shower and tub were luxurious. My husband loved cooking breakfast in the gourmet kitchen. (with 3 different types of coffee makers) Unfortunately, due to the rain that hurricane Florence brought during our stay we were not able to take advantage of the beautiful yard. We plan to return in the near future.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

Trang D.

Nice place
The place was nice on the inside and outside. There was the train that woke us up every morning but they did mention the noise on the listing. So not a big deal. It was expensive after all the fees that were charged. For the same amount, we could’ve stayed at the biltmore.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018