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!

What a cozy spot to spend the weekend with family! From the doors to the porch swings to the fire place there is so much antique charm to appreciate and enjoy. It’s in a great location with walking distance to the creek and park. The hosts were very accessible and prompt to return answers to our questions. We loved our stay and hope to be back again!

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!

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.

Excellent place for celebrating my 75th birthday with 6 friends of a lifetime.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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!

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).

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!

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 !!

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.

Very comfortable, well appointed. We all loved it!

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.

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!

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!

Great space for a family get-together! This place has a lot of characer!

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!

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.

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!

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.

This was the most awesome house! Very unique and cozy. It was a family trip for 3 generations of women. We had the best time. Can’t wait to come back!

My family and I really enjoyed our stay in Montreat at Margaret’s lovely mountain cottage. There was so much character in this home and tons of sleeping and seating space for everyone. It was a pleasant surprise to see how close we were to Black Mountain shopping and only a 20 min drive to downtown Asheville. One of our favorite parts was walking down to Lake Susan at sunset and getting some great family photos! There was construction next door that was a little noisy and trucks were blocking the driveway and on street parking. The workers were very accommodating in moving their vehicles so that everyone could park appropriately. Margaret was very good in communicating before/during/after the stay. I would totally stay here again and recommend to others!

We had a great weekend at the cabin. We had plenty of room and it was stocked so well. We set around the fireplace outside on Friday night and loved it. The next night we made a fire inside and played cards. I absolutely loved the covered porch upstairs. I could have stayed there all weekend. So peaceful. Would certainly pick this place again. I am jealous of whoever gets it next weekend.

We had a wonderful stay!! The house was perfect with wonderful porches and outdoor areas. Great location as well. Hope we can stay there again next year:.

Idlewood was the perfect place to spend Fall Break with our family and friends. Montreat offers wonderful hikes and beautiful scenery. The house was cozy and perfect for two families!

The house was exactly how it was described. We had 10 adults and 1 child. There was plenty of room for everyone and great outdoor areas to hangout. We would love to stay there again next year!

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Idlywood. Very charming property. Hiking Greybeard Trail is a must! Tennis in the mornings was fun too! Owner, Margaret, was fabulous with her communication and quick responses. What a great weekend getaway. Highly recommend.