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Plum Crooked Poet’s Cottage ~ Once Upon A Time ~ Alpine Charm ~ Not Damaged ~

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Exterior
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

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

Plum Crooked Poet’s Cottage ~ Once Upon A Time ~ Alpine Charm ~ Not Damaged ~

Plum Crooked Poet’s Cottage is a beautifully restored 1930s cottage nestled between a mountain and rushing creek right at the edge of town. Plum was not damaged in any way by the recent flood of downtown Marshall. Reminiscent of a European alpine village chalet, Plum boasts fairytale gingerbread trim, endless porches and charming window boxes on her country dacha inspired windows. Like an old forgotten poem, Plum’s inspirational charm is a step back in time and boasts a goosedown pillowtop king bed and a clawfoot tub. Lounge on the wrap around porch overlooking the creek as the small town pace of historic Marshall passes by. The covered back deck is nestled against the mountain with an outdoor sofa bed for nature napping. A wondrous winter destination evoking a fabled era while providing modern convenience with scrupulous attention to detail, we aim to spoil our guests!

The space
Plum Crooked has been fully restored while retaining it’s original 1930s charm. A rediscovered treasure, everyone in town knows and loves the one and only purple house on Main Street in Marshall. If you are looking for something a little different, our enchanting Poet’s Cottage fits the bill. A covered wraparound porch offers a peaceful respite with rocking chairs, outdoor wicker seating and a bistro set to enjoy the rushing creek just below. Nestled against the mountain we call Ibsen’s Knoll, the cottage has been transformed into a haven of inspiration and restful cozy comfort. A perfect blend of in-town convenience coupled with the dramatic setting at the base of the mountain, Plum Crooked is a perfect choice if you are looking for a Blue Ridge getaway which is not secluded or remote. Main Street in Marshall follows along the French Broad River and then bends uphill past the old church. Plum is nestled across the creek that feeds down to the river. It’s location just at the edge of town is easy to find and super convenient to everything the area has to offer.

Our small cottage is ideal for a couple’s getaway, writer’s retreat, artist’s refuge or solo adventure. We imagined a space that could inspire a poet and the moment you cross over your private bridge, you know a special experience has begun. In a nod to our favorite poets, there are small gardens dedicated to the greats and poetry quotes woven into the decor. A working vintage typewriter is a delightful addition for you to record any poetic inspirations and thoughts about your special time in our wee cottage. Who doesn’t love pecking away on an old Corona? Poetry tiles for the fridge and a solid collection of poetry books are also on offer. Our house gnome Wordsworth greets you in the foyer with a guest handbook to help make your stay with us perfection. Everyone needs a little poetry in their life!

Original art throughout the cottage adds authentic Old World elegance and you will discover many eccentric and interesting touches in each nook and cranny. Art Nouveau is our inspiration for the decor and feel of the home. We lovingly refer to our interpretation as Rustic Nouveau! Plum Crooked truly is a one-of-a-kind property created with loads of love and attention to the smallest detail. I simply love this house and I so hope you will as well!

The covered back deck offers a more private nature space and has an outdoor sofa and chairs! Privacy partition and glass ball lights transform the back porch into your very own outdoor living room with a small garden at the base of the mountain. A charcoal grill and a few yard chairs are stored on the deck if you would like to BBQ in the side garden. Rumi’s Lounge is one of our favorite spaces and I think you will be drawn to it as well!

The Italian king size sleigh bed offers what we like to think of as the finest bed for let in town! A premium goosedown pillowtop, goosedown pillows, Belgian linens/high thread count sheets and a custom bedcrown offer our guests the ultimate mountain sleep experience. A bed fit for a poet! There is a JBL alarm clock bluetooth player with usb chargers and an additional wall heater for extra chilly nights. A freestanding closet, chest of drawers and luggage stand are provided with plenty of hangers and built-in shelving for your convenience. A mid-century writing tray can also serve the ultimate breakfast in bed. Our bedroom has been nicknamed Dreamland for good reason!

The new kitchen features solid oak cabinetry and granite countertops, modern fixtures and amenities. It is fully stocked with all of the cooking utensils and necessities to cook your own meals and includes a Haier stainless convection oven range, french door refrigerator with ice maker, microwave, blender, coffee maker for both brew and pods, a french press, electric water kettle, toaster, pots/pans, dishes, glasses and silverware but heads up - No dishwasher. We do have a set of fine china and vintage linens to lend your holiday meals an elegant touch. Basic cooking essentials, oils, spices, coffee, tea, sugar, sweetener, pancake mix/syrup, popcorn, jam, condiments and napkins/paper towels are provided. And we always provide a pastry dome with fresh croissants or muffins and a freshly brewed pitcher of my mum’s famous sweet southern tea in the fridge for your arrival.

Our french country dining room is a light filled cozy space that is open to the kitchen and filled with original art and charm. Hardwood floors throughout the house accommodate scrupulous cleanliness with new rugs, window treatments and all scent free sanitized fabrics. The back half of the house still has the original beadboard walls and ceilings that I adore and hope you will too!

The small bathroom retains the original clawfoot tub and we have added a shower to it for your convenience. Ample storage shelves and baskets give you plenty of nooks for your toiletries. Shampoo, conditioner, bodywash, handsoap and hand sanitizer are always provided along with abundant fluffy towels and washcloths, toilet paper and tissue.

Plum Crooked is an 850 sq ft one bedroom cottage. The cottage is small, four rooms and a bathroom, and there is one closet in the living room with plenty of shelves and room to stow your luggage. Please keep this in mind if you wish to book an extended stay. The home is nearly 100 yrs old and we have tried to retain as much of the original structure as possible in the restoration. Please be gentle with the doors and windows. She was built a wee bit crooked back in the day!

The living room has two extra deep velvet loveseats with loads of down pillows and throws. There is an antique writing desk complete with vintage working typewriter and paper, pencils and pens for your own writing inclinations and also provides a dedicated workspace. Multiple usb chargers are included throughout the house. The 200+ Mbps wifi is always lightning fast and reliable. There is a smart TV and an infrared fireplace completes the coziness of the space.

The house is comfortably heated with a Toyo Laser heating system and the house is naturally cool in the summer months due to the setting at the base of the mountain. There are ceiling fans in each room and two window unit air conditioners for the hotter months but it is rarely, if ever, necessary. Redundant water heaters, both tank and on demand, provide plenty of hot water for your clawfoot tub time! We also have an air purification unit that runs at all times and the entire house is sanitized via ozone between each guest stay!

Our private bridge is the entryway to our wee town haven and you can feel the magic begin as soon as you cross. Plenty of private parking adds to the convenience of our in-town property. Plum Crooked offers a unique blend of small town mountain bohemia, as well as, your own alpine mountainside and creekside venues.

Come and be inspired - be transformed - but most of all - be spoiled at our Plum Crooked Poet’s Cottage in the heart of charming Marshall. As Shakespeare once said, “ I like this place and willingly could waste my time in it”!

Property manager

Tammy Allman

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 850 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
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

About the area

Map
Marshall, NC

What's nearby

  • Flow - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Sandy Bottom Trail Rides - 17 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Hot Springs Resort And Spa - 23 min drive - 25.2 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 26 min drive - 32.2 km
  • Biltmore Estate - 39 min drive - 39.1 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪High Ridge Adventures - Outfitting & BBQ - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Mad Co. Brew House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Star Diner - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Zuma Coffee House - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Plum Crooked Poet’s Cottage ~ Once Upon A Time ~ Alpine Charm ~ Not Damaged ~ pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Plum Crooked Poet’s Cottage ~ Once Upon A Time ~ Alpine Charm ~ Not Damaged ~?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Plum Crooked Poet’s Cottage ~ Once Upon A Time ~ Alpine Charm ~ Not Damaged ~?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Plum Crooked Poet’s Cottage ~ Once Upon A Time ~ Alpine Charm ~ Not Damaged ~ located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of French Broad River, Flow and Marshall Town Hall. Marshall High Studios and Blennahassett Island are also within 15 minutes.

Plum Crooked Poet’s Cottage ~ Once Upon A Time ~ Alpine Charm ~ Not Damaged ~ Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Cozy Cottage!
Tammy is an absolutely wonderful and accomodating host. She truly makes you feel like family and ensures your stay is comfortable and that you have everything you need! Her and her mom also make the BEST homemade jam. The cottage has so much character, is truly cozy and feels like a home. This is our preferred location to stay everytime we come up here.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa P.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Plum Crooked
Very enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable & Eclectic!
Plum crooked was an amazing little world in itself. The cottage has everything you need to spend time away from the world or to stir up your creative juices! From the perfect decor to the fully stocked kitchen, to comfy ricking chairs
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Plum Crooked cottage is lovely! We thoroughly enjoyed our visit. The cottage is a thoughtful blend of tasteful, period furnishings, charming decorations and all the comforts you’d hope for. We loved Marshall. It has lots of character and charm, nice restaurants and music. We couldn’t walk there from the cottage since the road is too narrow but it’s an easy drive with plenty of parking. The cottage was nicely set up for our two corgis who could relax on the porches since they were gated. Tammy was an attentive host, and we highly recommend staying at her lovely cottage. Thanks for the homemade jam and bread!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary P., Charleston South Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness
Fairytale perfect
Plum Crooked is a sweet stroll into a more cozy time. It’s nestled against some mountain, with a creek right off the front porch, that invites you to sit. Inside we found a mix of vintage and modern, making our stay comfortable. Our arrival was greeted with homemade jam and fresh local croissants making us feel pampered. We stayed 5 days, could have stayed more
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
Charming property very close to the main street in Marshall. The manager, Tammy, was responsive when we had a minor issue with the electronic door lock.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Plum fantastic
Very lovely place! It's obvious that Tammy put a lot of thought into decorating the home- it's up to date but still has that old-school feel that matches the age of the house (90+ years old). Very thoughtful with what is included in the house (pretty much anything you could need). It's nice to find a smaller house to rent when it's just 2 people (we don't need 5 bedrooms/10 beds!), but it was a "full home". Great location- very quiet and private, but walking distance to the little downtown, and an easy drive to Asheville or the Blue Ridge Parkway. Tammy was very quick to respond to messages and checked in to make sure we were doing okay and to see if we needed anything.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cottage
Lovely cottage, beautifully decorated. Host goes out other way to ensure you have a comfortable and pleasant stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Cottage
This was our second stay at the Plum Crooked Cottage and I must say it gets better each time. The host, Tammy, is a rock star and so accommodating. She checked in often to make sure we had everything we needed, and her and her mom make the best homemade jam ever! The cottage is cozy and the theme makes me fall in love with it more each time. We cannot wait for our next vacation because we know exactly where we will be staying!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda J., Oakwood, GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage for weekend getaway
The cottage is lovely. It was a great location and setting for my 2 cats and I to getaway for a quick weekend. Tammy is a great host - highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kara W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect solo retreat!
Plum Crooked Poet’s Cottage was the perfect place for my two-week retreat from the world! I needed a place to focus and work while also taking breaks to enjoy the mountain air. The cottage is wonderfully sized for one or two people with an incredibly comfortable bed. I slept beautifully the whole time. The kitchen is fully equipped and with a lovely natural foods market right down the road I had easy access to delicious, healthy, local food. I will definitely be back. ❤️
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erin C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Little Cottage
The Plum Crooked Cottage is a lovely little getaway that is full of charm and personality. This cottage is a writer and literature lover's dream, was cozy and had the perfect breeze from the mountains. Our host, Tammy, was the absolute sweetest and made sure that our stay was as pleasant and accommodating as possible. She truly went out of her way to ensure that we were comfortable, had everything we needed, and enjoyed our stay. She even provided us with jam that she and her mother homemade! I wish I could give this 100 stars as it truly deserves it. If you are looking for a cute, cozy, and fun place to stay, check out Plum Crooked Cottage as you won't be disappointed!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Hostess and Amazing Town
Tammy is the best hostess we have ever encountered during our travel’s with VRBO. She is super accommodating and has the cleanest place we have stayed in by far. The Plum Crooked Cottage is always a wonderful place to visit with an awesome location. It is within walking distance to several nice restaurants/shops. Our favorites are Star Diner, Zuma’s, Sadie’s Market, Mad Brew Co. as well as a few others. We originally came to Marshall to have a place to visit Asheville, but have now visited Plum Crooked twice just to visit Marshall alone :) We can’t wait to come back again to little Plum, one of the best places in the beautiful mountains.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Charles T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Plum Crooked Cottage was wonderful!
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Plum Crooked Cottage! It was very cute and very well appointed. Tammy has thought of everything a guest might need and provided it. She is very friendly and helpful! We highly reccommend this proprrty if you are ever in the area!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Donna G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cottage
Tammy’s description of her cottage was all true. We like cozy and unique stays, and this cottage was all that. Treats awaited and electric fireplace was “burning” upon arrival. Communication was appreciated! Comfy big bed! We’re nature lovers so our only concern was the difficulty and sometimes inability to have any windows open due to no screens or old windows. Downtown was a short stroll away for dinner but we had to drive for fear of walking home in dark on a narrow highway with no sidewalk. Overall, we’re happy to have stayed at Plum Crooked Cottage 💜
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca Y.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful hosts and cabin!
We had a wonderful stay at Plum Crooked. The cabin is in a great location, right up the hill from downtown Marshall. It’s a cozy, quiet spot in the mountains, removed from, but close to the activity of Asheville. The cabin is charming and comfy. Tammy is a great host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

6/10 Okay

Jeff J.

ok Stay
Lock on the front door, didn't work all the time, didn't trust it to open so I left the side door unlocked when I would leave. Drain in the bathroom sink and tub took forever to drain. Spider webs in the bathroom, kitchen and the bedroom, Ice maker didn't work, had to have the stove on high to work,
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Theresa P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Floridians travel to North Carolina.
Wonderful stay. Very generous host. Many accommodations. Including choices of hot tea or coffee to keep us warm during our winter visit. Thank you so much Tammy.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kyle H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely enchanting cottage! Wonderful hostess!
We stayed here for a week long trip to visit Marshall, NC and have enjoyed every minute of our stay in Plum Crooked. Tammy is one of the best hostesses we have ever encountered! During our stay, there was a snow storm and she made sure to check on us every bit of the way to ensure we were warm, safe, and well prepared. She even delivered a snow shovel for us in case we needed one. The cottage itself is super clean and well supplied. The bathroom was well stocked, the bed was amazingly cozy, and the kitchen had all the necessary utensils and even more for cooking dinner one night. We even were able to make creme brûlée :) We hope to return again in the near future specifically to visit wonderful Marshall! This town is charming and has so much to offer visitors. We can't wait to come back to Plum Cottage soon!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessala W.

Liked: Cleanliness
SUPER cute, delightful little cottage!
My husband and I stayed at the Plum Crooked Cottage for a long weekend to celebrate his birthday. It was the sweetest little place! It was very clean, the bed was so comfortable, and the decor was adorable. We really loved hanging out on the back porch right next to the mountain. It was a quick and easy drive into Asheville, and it’s also close drive to Weaverville, where we had a delicious dinner at Blue Mountain Pizza. Tammy was an exceptional host and went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable. We were sad to have to leave and hope to be able to come back one day!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021