Mountain Views/Family Retreat

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4.9 / 5.0
Outstanding(89 Ratings)

House in Swannanoa, NC

7 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones

About this house rental

Come relax at our mountain home retreat! Enjoy our beautiful view of the mountains and visit with the wild turkeys and occasional bear. Our “Mountain Rose” is nestled in a quiet country-like setting within 6 miles of downtown Asheville. Asheville has lots of great restaurants, shops, galleries, music, art, hiking and breweries. We are also less than 3 miles to Warren Wilson College, within a mile of their hiking trails, near the Blue Ridge Parkway and the Folk Art Center. Other nearby activities include golfing, tennis, and river rafting. If skiing and winter sports are your thing, Wolf Ridge Ski resort is 45 minutes away.
You will enjoy having the main floor/upper level all to yourselves as well as the back yard. When you are ready to eat, cook a meal in the fully equipped kitchen. enjoy the mountain view on one of our chaise lounges inside or from one of the decks.
If it starts to get chilly, sit by the fire in the living room or master bedroom.
When you are ready to turn in for the night enjoy one of our lovely bedrooms, one with a king bed and a chaise (slightly smaller than a twin bed) that can be made up as a bed in the master alcove, the other has a queen bed. Both bedrooms and the dining room have cellular shades on the windows.
There are two full bathrooms, one with a tub and shower, the other with a roomy shower.
Guests should know that we sometimes stay in a separate and independent living space in the lower level. We will keep you up to date about when we will be in our space during your stay.

Amenities

Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

4.9 / 5.0
Outstanding(89 Ratings)
5.0 / 5.0
Aug 2024
We loved this location- it was honestly perfect between Asheville and Black Mountain. We hiked every day and there are numerous trails within less than 30 minutes drive. We ate out in East Asheville as well as Black Mountain. Excellent stay- read carefully the description! It is accurate, but I don’t think our friends kiddos would have been able to stay in the space with the lounge chairs that turn into beds. The master bedroom is large enough for kiddos to stay with you in there. Overall rating was a 5 but I will say there were a few kitchen items we could have used (larger sheet pan and better knives). But really I would give it a 4.5 and I imagine they could remedy quickly by sharpening knives and purchasing a bigger sheet pan! :-) The home also does need to be aired out when you arrive, but this is a very quick fix with great and easy to open windows.
3.0 / 5.0
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Aug 2024
With the length of our stay, I think we can give an accurate assessment of Rose Mtn. Cottage Pros: This house has a good layout, the beds were comfortable and the kitchen was well stocked. The sunporch was enjoyable and we loved the lounge chairs. Communication with Karen was very good, always responding quickly to our messages, including clearing a tree that fell over the driveway. Cons: The shared, blind driveway is extremely steep with a hard right turn onto another steep climb to the front of the garage. We were able to make a 4-6 point turn around to get back down facing forward. There are no window coverings on the bedroom sunporch or either bathroom. There is very inconsistent cell coverage. The only TV is tiny. The 3 balconies are tiny. The pictured bench by the water feature is missing seating slats and is inaccessible because the area is so overgrown. The d/r chairs (and one l/r chair) are very wobbly to the point one collapsed with my husband. Karen explained she occasionally tightens the leg bolts by hand and would do it for us but it would take 3-4 hrs. The smoke and carbon monoxide detectors have unmonitored batteries, giving the responsibilities to residents. No fun getting a ladder in the middle of the night to change batteries-twice! No ice maker! Welcome back to 50's filling ice trays! I hope this gives you a clearer picture than we had!
5.0 / 5.0
Jun 2024
Location is out of the way, but not so far that shopping would be an inconvenience. We saw a mama and baby deer just outside the kitchen window our first morning, and multiple animals visited during our stay. The owner was EXCELLENT about answering questions and was easy to contact. The kitchen amenities exceeded our expectations - we were able to cook breakfast easily and reheat whatever leftovers we brought in. And having a washer/dryer onsite was a huge help.
5.0 / 5.0
Jun 2024
Loved the serenity of this vacation home! We enjoyed the beautiful mountain views in the morning while sipping our coffee. Great location - with easy drive to downtown Asheville or Black Mountain.
5.0 / 5.0
Jun 2024
This home is located in a very wooded, quiet and private neighborhod. Karen our host was very attentive during our stay and checked in with us several times. She helped me immediately with a request to stay an additional night. The home is very well appointed with two bedrooms and two full baths. We especially enjoyed the wonderful sunroom right off of the living room. The mountain views are beautiful . There is a wood burning fireplace in the living room and a gas fireplace in the master bedroom. It is in a very good location with Asheville just a short drive away.
5.0 / 5.0
Apr 2024
We really enjoyed staying at Mountain Rose. The location was perfect. It had beautiful views and felt away from it all but was also located minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway and downtown Asheville. The house itself is lovely. Karen checked in with us frequently and made sure everything was going well.
5.0 / 5.0
Jan 2024
Beautiful location! Home was well stocked with everything we needed for a comfortable stay!
5.0 / 5.0
Oct 2023
This is a beautiful, cozy home with an amazing view to the area mountains with three decks to choose from! It is also located close to the Blue Ridge Mountain Parkway and to Ingles, a major grocery store chain. Water quality was also amazing (we usually buy a bag of ice, but no need here!) We enjoyed the nearby Creekside Taphouse, "A Neighborhood Joint", for great burgers, fries and trivia! The only drawback to the location is that there was no place we could walk our dog as the neighborhood roads are quite steep (okay for driving, though) and the adjoining highway is a bit too busy with no sidewalk or shoulder. We found the walking paths at the nearby Warren Wilson College campus and the large yard at the Veteran's Hospital a great substitute, however. Wifi was reliable. Neighborhood is quiet. Kitchen is well-stocked. Abundant closet and storage space. Overall, a great home away from home!

FAQs

How much does this house cost compared to others in Swannanoa?

The average price for a rental in Swannanoa is $242 per night. This rental is $108 less expensive than the average.

Is parking included with this house?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Mountain Views/Family Retreat. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this house?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Mountain Views/Family Retreat pet friendly?

Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at Mountain Views/Family Retreat?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.

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