Cozy Mountain Cabin with Modern Amenities
5.0
Outstanding(39 Reviews)House in Montreat, NC
12 guests · 5 bedrooms · 3 baths
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About this house rental
Built in 1924, Idlewood has maintained its original charm and grace for almost 100 years. This 5 bedroom 3 bath natural wood house was recently updated with HVAC, updated kitchen, and a general facelift. The large living room with stone fireplace is the perfect place to enjoy friends and family...or retreat to the peaceful covered porch with rocking chairs, porch swings, and a view of lookout mountain. A large backyard is perfect for grilling, corn hole, or even an outdoor movie night. Located in the center of Montreat, Idlewood is an easy 3-5 minute walk to Lake Susan, tennis courts, the barn, and dozens of hiking trails.
Location - Idlewood is centrally located in Montreat. We are walking distance to everything in Montreat (tennis, Lake Susan, Robert Lake Park, etc), a 5 minute drive to Black Mountain town center, and a 20 minute drive to downtown Asheville and Biltmore.
Features - Updated in 2020, this air conditioned home features wonderful outdoor spaces, antiques, comfortable sleeping areas, an updated kitchen, hardwood floors, wood walls and ceilings a 100 year old stone fireplace, and is located in the ideal Montreat location.
Main Floor - The main floor includes a fabulous peaceful covered porch with 2 porch swings, a spacious living room with stone fireplace, flanked by 4 bedrooms (2 king, 2 queen/twin) and 2 bathrooms and outdoor patio with comfortable seating.
Ground Floor - Kitchen, Dining room, bunk room with trundle and bathroom/laundry room combo. Off the dining room is a patio for grilling and outdoor space for family fun.
Located within walking distance to all of the Montreat attractions and inside the Conference Center area, Idlewood is less than a 5 minute walk to Lake Susan, 5 minute drive to Black Mountain, and 20 minute drive to Asheville.
This is an ideal spot for families as well as a girls' getaway or men's golfing group.
Location - Idlewood is centrally located in Montreat. We are walking distance to everything in Montreat (tennis, Lake Susan, Robert Lake Park, etc), a 5 minute drive to Black Mountain town center, and a 20 minute drive to downtown Asheville and Biltmore.
Features - Updated in 2020, this air conditioned home features wonderful outdoor spaces, antiques, comfortable sleeping areas, an updated kitchen, hardwood floors, wood walls and ceilings a 100 year old stone fireplace, and is located in the ideal Montreat location.
Main Floor - The main floor includes a fabulous peaceful covered porch with 2 porch swings, a spacious living room with stone fireplace, flanked by 4 bedrooms (2 king, 2 queen/twin) and 2 bathrooms and outdoor patio with comfortable seating.
Ground Floor - Kitchen, Dining room, bunk room with trundle and bathroom/laundry room combo. Off the dining room is a patio for grilling and outdoor space for family fun.
Located within walking distance to all of the Montreat attractions and inside the Conference Center area, Idlewood is less than a 5 minute walk to Lake Susan, 5 minute drive to Black Mountain, and 20 minute drive to Asheville.
This is an ideal spot for families as well as a girls' getaway or men's golfing group.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Montreat, NC
Reviews
5.0
Outstanding(39 Reviews)5.0
We had an amazing stay! The cabin is very authentic yet very comfortable for our large family. Margaret was so helpful and responsive. Would definitely recommend!
5.0
We adored our time at this wonderful Montreat home. The screened back porch was a dream, and we enjoyed the beginning and end of each day there. The location allowed us to walk to Lake Susan and all our activities. We highly recommend this cozy montreat cabin!
5.0
It was a great place for 3 generations to be together for the Memorial Day long weekend! The layout of the house including a great Montreat porch and a backyard fire pit for somemores went to making a lot of memories with grandchildren! As one of the 4year old olds exclaimed, “it was cozy!”
5.0
The house was perfect in every way
5.0
This is a fantastic house. It is super cozy and comfortable. The porch is so relaxing and our family spends hours out there. This is our third year and the host always has everything we need when we arrive. Can’t wait to be there again.
5.0
Beautiful, rustic, cozy home nestled in the Black Mountains! Margaret & Daisy were very helpful with questions and recommendations! Highly recommend!
5.0
Loved our stay at Idlewood. The house was extremely clean and kitchen was as well equipped as we have seen at any rental. Location is great with easy access to trails and Montreat amenities, and a short drive to downtown Black Mountain. We enjoyed the area over New Years and are looking forward to trying it out for a summer stay.
5.0
We had a fun time… 8 girls keeping the Montreat tradition alive! We had hoped linens and towels were included- they take up lots of packing space, but we read at the last minute we needed to pack ours.
Nice, cozy house. The downstairs kitchen seemed a little funky, but we made it work!
The upstairs porch was covered in leaves, but that must not have bothered us too badly, because we didn’t use the blower!
Overall very nice, with parking being a little tricky!
5.0
The house was comfortable and clean, with plenty of kitchen supplies and dishes. The driveway was very steep and wet leaves didn't help, but overall it was a wonderful weekend getaway place!
5.0
We had a great stay and enjoyed the cabin. The only suggestion I have is to let people know that the front door locks automatically when you leave and close it.
5.0
Excellent place for celebrating my 75th birthday with 6 friends of a lifetime.
5.0
We stayed here for a weekend in January. The house is charmingly vintage. The kitchen was well equipped and you could tell someone who loves to cook and bake stays here often. They even had coffee and hot cocoa for us AND s’mores sticks. There was enough seating in the living room for everyone in our group. It’s a very short walk to the Montreat conference center/Inn and stores. The kitchen is downstairs away from the bedrooms and living space which may present an obstacle to those who have a hard time going up and down stairs. The seemingly new tvs in each room were a plus. We hope to stay there again! It’s also a very short drive to Blavk Mountain.
5.0
Charming and cozy mountain cabin with a very well equipped kitchen, comfortable beds great bedroom arrangement for a small family gathering. As noted before, the driveway is steep but is short and presented no problems. Probably would be a challenge in snow or ice but you can park at the top of the drive. Downstairs kitchen and dining room are cool in cold weather but space heaters have been provided. Great location for walking to the park or Lake Susan and lots of hiking trails near by.
5.0
Just as listed! Spacious with very comfortable beds and everything we needed in the kitchen. Great stash of games and we enjoyed the fireplace on a cool evening. The driveway is steep but even after a day of rain we had no problem getting in or out. Very easy communication with the owner. Thank you for sharing this property with us!
5.0
The beds are so comfortable and we gravitated to the upstairs porch and had lunches on the patio. The kitchen is very well quipped. I hate to admit that we didn't spend much time at either dining table or in the living room. We just loved the way the outdoor setting allowed us options.
Thank you for sharing your home.
Fredna
Question: Do you have a larger home that you are renting in Montreat - one that is airconditioned? We are wimps.
5.0
We booked this property for our family while attending a wedding in the area. The home was nice and a gorgeous location. Beware the driveway is steep.
5.0
We spent a week at Idlewood with the kids (4 and 7) and grandparents, for an end of summer family vacation. It was our first time in Montreat and it is a special place. We enjoyed fantastic hiking (plenty of nearby easy trails), creeks, beautiful homes, and with Black Mountain and Ashville close by, there were great options for activities and food. The Western Nature Center was fantastic with kids, and Louise's Kitchen in Black Mountain was our favorite brunch spot. The house has a great feel, and is more spacious than I thought it would be. It is a perfect floorplan for a group with the separate bedroom wings. Idlewood was very well stocked in terms of kitchen (spices, condiments, oil, etc.) and bathrooms. The beds were so comfortable. We loved the cottage's character, and all of the modern amenities. I will echo what other reviews have said - the driveway is very steep (the house is set downhill from the road) and made of gravel and it presented a challenge for my SUV. We ended up parking at the street-level spot and walking (very carefully) down the drive for most of the week. All in all, we loved our stay and hope to come back again in the future.
5.0
My family stayed at this property for my father's 70th birthday celebration. The house provided an incredibly cozy, relaxing atmosphere. There was a winter storm for the majority of our visit, so we spent the weekend happily tucked in around the fire playing board games. The kitchen was well stoked. We baked a cake and made two large dinners. The beds were very comfortable. My only caution is (like most mountain homes) the driveway is steep and narrow at the top. Take care when pulling in. Thanks to the accommodating hostess for a fabulous weekend full of fond memories!
5.0
Definition of rustic charm
My family stayed at this property for my father's 70th birthday celebration. The house provided an incredibly cozy, relaxing atmosphere. There was a winter storm for the majority of our visit, so we spent the weekend happily tucked in around the fire playing board games. The kitchen was well stoked. We baked a cake and made two large dinners. The beds were very comfortable. My only caution is (like most mountain homes) the driveway is steep and narrow at the top. Take care when pulling in. Thanks to the accommodating hostess for a fabulous weekend full of fond memories!
5.0
We enjoyed the area and the home was absolutely charming. Very impressed with how well equipped the kitchen is for cooking. Communication with the owner was top notch. We had several questions prior to arrival and she was very helpful !!
5.0
Nice stay, great location, rustic home
This is a great location. The hosts are responsive and accommodating. I found it odd that we had to rent sheets and towels, and then pay extra to have the beds made. Appliances are all new, and lots of supplies in the kitchen and firewood. New TVs and washer/dryer. Home is very old and could use some repairs (some doors don't close properly, need another space heater for downstairs).
5.0
We had a lovely time at this very cute and rustic cabin. It slept 12 comfortably with 2 families each having their own space. It had all the amenities you could think of with a VERY well stocked kitchen including a homemade ice cream maker. Montreat is a beautiful area and very family friendly. We would absolutely return this rental someday!
5.0
Wonderful!
We had a lovely time at this very cute and rustic cabin. It slept 12 comfortably with 2 families each having their own space. It had all the amenities you could think of with a VERY well stocked kitchen including a homemade ice cream maker. Montreat is a beautiful area and very family friendly. We would absolutely return this rental someday!
5.0
Montreat Treat !!
We enjoyed the area and the home was absolutely charming. Very impressed with how well equipped the kitchen is for cooking. Communication with the owner was top notch. We had several questions prior to arrival and she was very helpful !!
5.0
Enjoyable stay for ours girls weekend
We enjoyed the stay, there was plenty of room for all of us, and it was very charming. The kitchen was well supplied with everything you need. The outdoor fire made for a nice evening of roasting marshmallows and enjoying the yard.
The driveway was very steep and a little difficult after rain.
5.0
Very comfortable, well appointed. We all loved it!
5.0
Great Montreat cabin!
Very comfortable, well appointed. We all loved it!
5.0
We all had a great time staying in your home. The only thing I would specifically mention is the driveway. As you accurately described in the listing, it most definitely is very steep. Too steep with loose gravel for us to feel comfortable parking our cars on it.
5.0
Terrific experience
We all had a great time staying in your home. The only thing I would specifically mention is the driveway. As you accurately described in the listing, it most definitely is very steep. Too steep with loose gravel for us to feel comfortable parking our cars on it.
5.0
Idlewood is a lovely cabin with history!! The cabin is historic and has been updated with modern amenities. We loved the vintage cabin feel!! We rent on VRBO often and this is by far the most well-stocked house we have ever found. While that is not necessary, it was certainly very nice!
Located in beautiful Montreat, it is also very close to downtown Black Mountain and an easy drive to Asheville. Be on the look out for wildlife. We spotted a pie-bald deer which was an unexpected treat!
5.0
Ladies Weekend Retreat
My female family members (sister, mothers, cousins, aunt) get together each fall at a different location and chose Black Mtn. this year. The property was perfect for us. The kitchen was amazingly stocked and there was plenty of seating in all living spaces to accommodate our group. There IS construction happening right next door currently which caused a bit of distracting noise first thing in the mornings, but that will hopefully be temporary!
5.0
Awesome Cabin in the Heart of Montreat
Idlewood is a lovely cabin with history!! The cabin is historic and has been updated with modern amenities. We loved the vintage cabin feel!! We rent on VRBO often and this is by far the most well-stocked house we have ever found. While that is not necessary, it was certainly very nice!
Located in beautiful Montreat, it is also very close to downtown Black Mountain and an easy drive to Asheville. Be on the look out for wildlife. We spotted a pie-bald deer which was an unexpected treat!
5.0
Great space for a family get-together! This place has a lot of characer!
5.0
Great for family get togethers!
Great space for a family get-together! This place has a lot of characer!
5.0
I had a wonderful stay at this charming Montreat cottage. I had some girlfriends come up and stay. We had a great time cooking in the fully stocked kitchen. ( It was so nice to have spices, paper products and other kitchen necessities provided!). We enjoyed playing different games of the owner’s supplied.The numerous outdoor seating areas were also a welcome asset. I highly recommend this home. You won’t be disappointed!
5.0
Charming Montreat home
I had a wonderful stay at this charming Montreat cottage. I had some girlfriends come up and stay. We had a great time cooking in the fully stocked kitchen. ( It was so nice to have spices, paper products and other kitchen necessities provided!). We enjoyed playing different games of the owner’s supplied.The numerous outdoor seating areas were also a welcome asset. I highly recommend this home. You won’t be disappointed!
5.0
June 2020 Trip
My family and I had a great time staying in Montreat. The house was great for our group, and the town is a lot of fun.
5.0
The Montreat cabin is everything as described and more. We loved the gathering spaces.... the living area, the dining area, and especially the porch where we practically lived. A great place to celebrate a 50 th wedding anniverary with family. The cabin had everything we needed for a enjoyable stay .. Thanks Margaret!
5.0
Great Getaway!
The Montreat cabin is everything as described and more. We loved the gathering spaces.... the living area, the dining area, and especially the porch where we practically lived. A great place to celebrate a 50 th wedding anniverary with family. The cabin had everything we needed for a enjoyable stay .. Thanks Margaret!
5.0
So charming!
We absolutely loved staying here! The dart board and board games were highlights for our elementary aged kids and us adults spent as much time as we could on that charming porch. The swinging benches were nap-worthy, the strung white lights added such a fun vibe. We also loved the fire pit area with its own set of strung cafe lights. All of the little details were provided (started pack of firewood if needed, toilet paper/paper towels, coffee, and even laundry detergent. That was so helpful. The owners were so kind and easy to communicate with (and kind...my son accidentally broke one of their lovely walking sticks and I was so grateful for the owners' graciousness when I told them about it.). This place is delightful and we have recommended it to several friends already.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Montreat?
The average price for a rental in Montreat is $634 per night. This rental is $106 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Cozy Mountain Cabin with Modern Amenities. 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 Cozy Mountain Cabin with Modern Amenities. Enjoy the water!
Is Cozy Mountain Cabin with Modern Amenities pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Cozy Mountain Cabin with Modern Amenities?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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