Large 100-year-old family cottage, claw-foot bathtub & lots of deck and porch!
4.9
Outstanding(75 Reviews)House in Montreat, NC
9 guests · 4 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsPool, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more
About this house rental
LaMotte Cottage has been in the LaMotte family since 1939. Originally built in 1917, it is now over 100 years old, with the history and charm that only comes with a century of good memories being created there. The front porch is great for watching the hummingbirds, and the large side deck can easily accommodate a pretty large group of friends. Nestled in the rhododendrons, and therefore shady and cool in the summer, the house is heated with a wood stove and small space heaters, should you need them. In the summer, it is cooled — quite effectively — by open windows, electric fans and shady trees. Upstairs, there are three bedrooms and a bathroom with a shower. One bedroom has a double bed, the second has a double and a single, and the third has two singles. Downstairs, the living room/dining room, kitchen, porch, deck, one bedroom, and one bathroom with the original claw foot bathtub (deep and luxurious, in an old school, really old school, way!). The kitchen is well-outfitted, with oven, stove, microwave, drip coffeemaker, etc. LaMotte Cottage is the kind of place that invites long evenings of good conversation, jigsaw puzzles, and a glass of wine. It also has cable TV and high-speed WiFi. Montreat offers beautiful hiking trails, a lake, gift shops, and snack bar. In the summer canoes and paddle boats can be rented and there is a free community barn dance with live music on Friday nights! Flat Creek, just across the road, has a lovely walking path beside it and is easily accessible for a pleasant walk, rock hopping, or place to cool your watermelons on a warm day! A lifelong family destination for our family's summer vacations, it has shown up in poems, songs, paintings, and many, many stories. We hope you will enjoy creating a few of your own here and will return often.
Amenities
Pool
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
TV
Family friendly
Map of Montreat, NC
Reviews
4.9
Outstanding(75 Reviews)4.9
Cute little cottage with lots of outdoor activities within walking distance. Parks, trails, creek. Shirt drive to Black Mountain or Asheville.
4.9
We had a great week, comfortable, and in perfect location for hikes and close to Black Mountain. Host was responsive, swift helpful.
4.9
There was so much to learn in the history of this home! It sits right on the walking trail in Montreat with the creek across the road. The soothing sound of running water can be heard from the two porch/decks where we spent a lot of time. This charming cottage had us imagining what life was like there 100 years ago. Eight of us fit comfortably, though for a stay longer than 2 nights we would have needed more than one shower! The kitchen had everything we needed, too.
4.9
This trip brought my extended family together at Montreat for the first time since 2007. The location of the house was perfect; so very close to the Moore Center and right across from creek access. We could not keep our 11 year olds out of the water! The plumbing gave us some trouble at first but the host immediately responded and fixed it quickly. I'm certain it was an unusal issue, especially as no other reviewer mentions such an issue. So, no need to worry. Even if there is a problem, you will have an extremely responsive host.
4.9
Location was great for youth conference and “clubs”. House was very clean and spacious!!
4.9
This is our third year coming to Montreat over Memorial Day and our first time at this cabin. It was the perfect location with the short walk to the park. The side deck was roomy and the perfect gathering spot for us and our family friends who came by for a meal. When it rained, we just moved to the covered deck out front. It was so nice having sheets and towels provided along with a washer/dryer. Hosts were very generous with clean fluffy towels, paper products and kitchen supplies. We told our other Montreat veterans about this property and will definitely be coming back ourselves! Thank you for a lovely stay!
4.9
This house is adorable and comfortable. The building and furniture speak to its date back to the early 1900s but it somehow provides all you need. The fireplace worked great and there was wood a plenty to use. We parked 5 cars easily using the two parking areas. Close proximity to soo many great restautants so don’t buy too much food at the store 😁
4.9
We enjoyed our stay in this house! I went to Montreal as a child, and was glad to see that not a whole lot has changed, and my kids had a great time visiting as well! We were not completely aware of the lack of central heating until we arrived, that was partly our own fault. I am sure, but the host was very responsive and helped us with our issues.
4.9
Gracious host provided so many amenities down to the cinnamon shaker in the kitchen pantry! Even though the weather turned damp and chilly we were snug and cozy thanks to the dry firewood already inside and the numerous space heaters throughout. Perfect respite for us! Hope to return for a longer stay soon!
4.9
In the rhododendron valley that is a beloved mountain retreat. You can hear the mountain stream out the open windows. Excellent location to walk & explore from, as well as pop into Black Mountain for treats. Was the house full of irregular angles, steep stairs, lumpy mattresses, charm, one of a kind self-published historíes, family memories, board games, & dry firewood!? Of course it was, it’s a Montreat cottage! Nothing modern about it. Highly recommend!
4.9
Nice older home. Stayed pretty cool even with high temps in Montreat. We brought a couple of our own large fans to provide better air circulation, it really helped!
4.9
Loved this cottage at Montreat. Perfect Location for peace and quiet. Felt very welcome and at home in this cottage. My daughter, grandson, and I had a delightful time. Cottage very convenient to all of Montreat ( the Huckleberry, Barn Dance, playground, etc.) Even convenient to Black Mountain.
4.9
Lamotte Cottage adds updates every year while maintaining the charm and integrity of the historic cottage. It is a wonderful location in Montreat, the trees surrounding the cottage provide a sheltered environment and keep the house cool. The kitchen is well-equipped for cooking. There are added personal touches of books to read, music to listen to, and games to play.
It is a wonderful space for rest and renewal.
4.9
This was a girls trip for three generations. The LaMotte cottage was like taking my daughters and granddaughters back to my grandmother’s home. Delightful!
4.9
We enjoyed our stay at LaMotte Cottage while attending graduation ceremonies at Montreat College which included our daughter. This place provides the experience and charm of an old Montreat house, it provides all our group of 8 needed for a two night stay, and we particularly enjoyed the front porch as a place to sit, relax and talk awhile — wish we’d had more time there for more of that.
4.9
This is a great older property within walking distance to Montreat and trails. We visited for the 7 Sisters 25k trail race and this was a perfect location for our weekend of hanging out and running on the trails around Montreat. Treat yourself and visit this place and area.
4.9
You could just feel the history in this quaint cabin when you walk through the door. It was a perfect spot for our family to stay while watching my daughter play soccer for the weekend.
4.9
This feels like visiting grandma's house! Very cozy and relaxed. Wonderful hosts.
4.9
Nice architectural elements and floor plan. Efficient fireplace. Lots of beds. Thank you!
4.9
Loved the house. Beautiful and relaxing!
4.9
This was a perfect rustic mountain cottage in a great beautiful location. Trails start right across the street. Short walk to Montreat college (.5 miles). Short drive to downtown Black Mountain with lots of shops and restaurants. Very responsive owner.
4.9
We loved this property it was perfect and well equipt. The only draw back was no air conditioning. But we opened the windows.
4.9
Lovely convenient, quiet location barely a 5 minute drive to Black Mountain and all the highways leading to all the wonderful places in NC. BUT, not for the mobility challenged. The long pathway from the parking to the house is a gently sloping, gravel path with a partial handrail that needs extending at each end. The porch has good steps and handrails. The interior has barely adequate lighting throughout and very few outlets, the 2nd floor is for the brave and agile only. The stairway is steep and narrow. There is everything you need throughout the house (and too much in some cases) but no AC or dishwasher. The kitchen could benefit from a deep cleaning and editing of items especially the total chaos of the utensil drawer and pantry. The stove works fine and there is plenty of hot water and the refrigerator is new. The first floor bathroom has a bathtub, no shower but a handy washer and dryer and lots of big fluffy towels. The deck looks good and is very handy with a gas grill, we had no occasion to use it. The owner is very easy to contact. We chose this property due to its location around the corner from our daughter in Montreat. We fixed breakfast only and were gone all day until after dinnertime, so did not spend much any time in the house. It has lots of potential but is rather gloomy in its present condition.
4.9
Location, location, location
Lovely convenient, quiet location barely a 5 minute drive to Black Mountain and all the highways leading to all the wonderful places in NC. BUT, not for the mobility challenged. The long pathway from the parking to the house is a gently sloping, gravel path with a partial handrail that needs extending at each end. The porch has good steps and handrails. The interior has barely adequate lighting throughout and very few outlets, the 2nd floor is for the brave and agile only. The stairway is steep and narrow. There is everything you need throughout the house (and too much in some cases) but no AC or dishwasher. The kitchen could benefit from a deep cleaning and editing of items especially the total chaos of the utensil drawer and pantry. The stove works fine and there is plenty of hot water and the refrigerator is new. The first floor bathroom has a bathtub, no shower but a handy washer and dryer and lots of big fluffy towels. The deck looks good and is very handy with a gas grill, we had no occasion to use it. The owner is very easy to contact. We chose this property due to its location around the corner from our daughter in Montreat. We fixed breakfast only and were gone all day until after dinnertime, so did not spend much any time in the house. It has lots of potential but is rather gloomy in its present condition.
4.9
Totally original old house, so homey. Would give David 6 stars as host. Particularly appreciated the roaring fire he set for us as Floridians not equipped for sleet! Beautiful area with Black Mountain a great town.
4.9
Like staying at my Great Grandmas
Totally original old house, so homey. Would give David 6 stars as host. Particularly appreciated the roaring fire he set for us as Floridians not equipped for sleet! Beautiful area with Black Mountain a great town.
4.9
Cute quirky old house
Awesome location. Cute quirky old house. We enjoyed our stay. Beautiful Lookout Trail hike starts only 1 mile from the house.
4.9
l LIKED THE PROPERTY BUT THE BEDS LEFT ALOT TO BE DESIRED.
4.9
Little bit of Heaven
Montreat is a special place. It has the spirit of years gone by.....great location.
Hope to stay there again.
4.9
So cute!
Such a cute family cottage! We enjoyed our stay. :)
4.9
To Grandmas House We Go!
Quaint, somewhat rustic cottage with an at home feel.. Nice front porch and back deck. No central heat or ac. But we didn’t need it. There is a fireplace and space heaters.
Would have liked some better fans.
4.9
Great place to stay in Montreat!
The Lamotte Cottage is a lovely place for a retreat. The setting is peaceful and it is well located close to other things in the community.
4.9
It’s a great home and as others mentioned, a classic Montreat house. It has all you need (minus a dishwasher) and my kids took a ton of baths in the awesome bathtub. There’s some noise from the road as expected but a great space to relax and unwind.
4.9
Wonderful stay
It’s a great home and as others mentioned, a classic Montreat house. It has all you need (minus a dishwasher) and my kids took a ton of baths in the awesome bathtub. There’s some noise from the road as expected but a great space to relax and unwind.
4.9
Great location, quiet property. It’s an old house, as is accurately described.
4.9
The LaMotte cottage is the epitome of Montreat. When I think of Montreat, I picture nature, hiking, porch time with family, and old houses. If you're looking for the Montreat experience, this is the place to stay. The house has character, it's nearby to everything in Montreat and just a short trip to nearby Black Mountain. We spent much of our time on the front porch reading, playing games, working on puzzles, and just rocking and listening to the sounds of the creek. The host, David, is super responsive, has a good sense of humor, and is just a picture of true kindness. We can only hope that this property is available for our family the next time we travel to Montreat. Would highly recommend!
4.9
A haven of respite
The LaMotte cottage is the epitome of Montreat. When I think of Montreat, I picture nature, hiking, porch time with family, and old houses. If you're looking for the Montreat experience, this is the place to stay. The house has character, it's nearby to everything in Montreat and just a short trip to nearby Black Mountain. We spent much of our time on the front porch reading, playing games, working on puzzles, and just rocking and listening to the sounds of the creek. The host, David, is super responsive, has a good sense of humor, and is just a picture of true kindness. We can only hope that this property is available for our family the next time we travel to Montreat. Would highly recommend!
4.9
Relaxing getaway
Great location, quiet property. It’s an old house, as is accurately described.
4.9
Great space in Montreat
The Lamotte cottage is a charming and comfortable home that utilizes the fresh mountain air and trees to create a wonderful getaway and space for family and sabbath. The porch and yard (with plenty of trees to hang hammocks) are great places to relax and enjoy the setting. The house is in an excellent location to conveniently walk to all spaces in Montreat and easily get to Black Mountain. Many of the windows were updated beautifully this year. David is an excellent and hospitable host, making checking, the stay, and checking out easy and is always responsive if there are issues. We highly recommend this location and host!
4.9
Weekend in the Mountains
The property was charming and eccentric, exactly what you would expect from a 100 year old house in the mountains. The location was perfect, as we were in Montreat for a wedding. David was very welcoming and a wonderful host.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Montreat?
The average price for a rental in Montreat is $697 per night. This rental is $397 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Large 100-year-old family cottage, claw-foot bathtub & lots of deck and porch!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Large 100-year-old family cottage, claw-foot bathtub & lots of deck and porch!. Enjoy the water!
Is Large 100-year-old family cottage, claw-foot bathtub & lots of deck and porch! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Large 100-year-old family cottage, claw-foot bathtub & lots of deck and porch!?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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