Private Pond!! Drink in the Beauty! Hiraeth Hill Cottage. Asheville rental!

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4148.6 sq m

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Parking available
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Washer
Fireplace
Barbecue grill
Kitchen

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Alexander, NC

University of North Carolina at Asheville
‪21 min drive‬
Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
‪24 min drive‬
Biltmore Estate
‪38 min drive‬
Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Soap · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Master Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining area

About this property

Enjoy the mountain views at our beautifully charming cozy cottage. Only 15 minutes to Asheville city limits. Drink in the pastoral views from the deck or relax on the dock with fishing pole in hand. Our adorable cottage has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, one on each level of the cottage, lots of privacy. During the fall and winter months, cozy up to the gas fireplace on the main floor or take a nice relaxing bath in the clawfoot double slipper tub. Relax! Relax! Relax!
The main level has a comfortable queen bed, light and bright sitting room and bath with oversized dual head shower and gorgeous claw foot tub. You will also find the living area with Smart T.V. (No cable, use your accounts) , full kitchen with all the supplies you would need to cook an amazing meal. The back deck off of the kitchen is truly the best part of this rental. Soak up the sunrise on the comfortable outdoor furniture with coffee in hand. ( The outdoor tub is seasonal and can only be used when temperatures stay above 40 degrees.)
The lower level is complete with living area with Smart TV and king bedroom and bathroom with shower. The lower level also has a patio to enjoy the shade.
The fishing dock is there for your pleasure. Bring your fishing rod and enjoy. Please no swimming and it is catch and release.
Due to the close proximity of the pond, we only allow children 12 years and older to stay at our property.
As much as we love pets, we do not allow them at this property. Due to allergies, we take the No Pets policy very seriously, if you are found to have a pet on the property, you will immediately be asked to leave without refund and it will result in a $200 pet fine. We hate to sound so harsh but 2 of our children have severe breathing issues due to pet dander and yes, even the hypoallergenic kind. They reside in the cottage some weekends when home from college.

Please no smoking indoors.
We also have 2 sister properties on an adjoining property “The Carson at Ridgeview” or “The Makenzee at Ridgeview” these are king size glamping bungalows.

Property manager

Jacqui Sams

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Languages

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17

The pond is steps away from the cottage .

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Excessive cleaning fee $500 if smoking in unit.

Important information

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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

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A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Alexander

Located in Alexander, this cottage is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Biltmore Estate and Asheville Masonic Temple are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Botanical Gardens at Asheville and Dream Guitars. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville, or consider The Orange Peel for a night out. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Alexander, NC

What's nearby

University of North Carolina at Asheville - 21 min drive - 14.5 km
The Orange Peel - 24 min drive - 17.2 km
Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 24 min drive - 16.9 km
Grove Park Country Club - 25 min drive - 17.1 km
Biltmore Estate - 38 min drive - 24.6 km

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬20 min drive
‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬18 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬18 min drive
‪High Five Coffee - ‬20 min drive
‪Wynn's Diner - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Pond!! Drink in the Beauty! Hiraeth Hill Cottage. Asheville rental! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private Pond!! Drink in the Beauty! Hiraeth Hill Cottage. Asheville rental! ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Pond!! Drink in the Beauty! Hiraeth Hill Cottage. Asheville rental! ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Pond!! Drink in the Beauty! Hiraeth Hill Cottage. Asheville rental! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within 9 miles (15 km) of French Broad River, Leicester Branch Library and Ledges Whitewater Park. Walnut Island River Park and University of North Carolina at Asheville are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Jennifer B.

5 March 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

J&G

Enjoyed our anniversary getaway

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cristi P.

26 November 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

Beds were very comfortable. Location was great. Short drive to most things. Easy communication with the owner.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

7 August 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Idyllic countryside property still close to Asheville

This beautiful property was exactly what our family of 4 needed! Close to downtown and yet far enough away for blissful relaxation. The darling home was perfectly appointed and we wanted for nothing! Photos do not come close to capturing the beauty of the property and surrounding lands. Stocked pond kept our teenage boys busy catching bluegill and catfish while the adults relaxed in the many picturesque sitting areas. Will definitely return if another opportunity presents itself! A++++

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David H.

6 August 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Asheville Mountain Beauty Retreat

Very nice property with beautiful views of the mountains. Very clean, quiet and great quality. Decorations were reminiscent of old farm houses we grew up in and visited as kids. The pond and boat house were really a hit with us, spent a lot of time reading, talking and enjoying the private accommodations. Would definitely recommend and hope to go back again someday.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

12 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Getaway with friends

This was our 2nd stay in your lovely home and it did not disappoint. We brought another couple with us and they loved the place as much as we did. The house was clean and had everything we needed. Only disappointment was the fish weren't biting very much this year, but I'm sure we'll be back to try again!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammi D.

14 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great family experience

Host really pays attention to the small details and everything was wonderful. Super clean and spacious home. Private pond was amazing . House was stocked with everything you could possibly need. This place is a real gem.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L.

28 March 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful

The perfect place to stay for a peaceful getaway. Needed to recharge and this was the ideal place. Would definitely visit again.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathan W.

21 December 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

Great weekend getaway.

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelby B.

20 September 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Getaway

This place was incredible! Well worth the 20 minute drive outside of Asheville to stay on this beautiful property.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

3 September 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

30th Anniversary Get Away

From the minute you walk in the front door you feel at home! The attention to detail and comfort are outstanding. We enjoyed sitting on the back deck enjoying our dinner, the beautiful view and the quiet. My husband loved fishing on the pond and caught a variety of fish. It was my first time fishing and caught a 3 -4 lb large mouth bass and needless to say I'm hooked. The covered porch on the dock was great as I sat and watched my husband fish in the rain! Lower level is just as nice as the top floor. We will definitely be back again. Thanks for opening your home to us!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy S.

3 August 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical cottage on beautiful property

This cottage was absolutely beautiful. The decor, the cleanliness, and the unbelievable property, were even better than the pictures. It was the perfect getaway for us, combining peace and quiet and natural beauty, but close enough to the city in the Blue Ridge Parkway to do many different things. We would definitely stay here on another trip to North Carolina.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim l.

2 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Anniversary

This place is just amazing. Everything about it is 5 stars

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris G.

3 January 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful getaway

Quaint and well maintained house. Exceeded expectations. Peaceful area, limited houses behind house, so just views of fields and mountains (along with pond).

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Misti W., Memphis, TN

14 November 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Country come city!

Loved the location, and the owners are easy to work with. Just outside of the city of Asheville in the scenic NC countryside. Lovely cozy home with all the amenities and a true fish pond! Cozy beds, soft towels, full size washer & dryer, lots of kitchen tools, plenty of privacy. Only drawback, and the reason I gave it four stars, was because have to turn off the heat and open the window to light a fire. We had a cold snap, and having to open a window 6" made the house freezing. So we had to sit right in front of the fireplace to stay warm until we could burn out the fire. But I think nine months out of the year, this little house would be a great choice (unless you don't want to use the fireplace). The HVAC systems (one on each floor!) work great. I would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda S.

21 October 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magical Cabin, Wonderful Hosts, Beautiful Scenery

Best rental experience we’ve ever had! The cabin was immaculate and adorable. The views were breathtaking. The hosts were incredibly kind and did lots of little things to make our stay special. We’re so glad that we spent our honeymoon here and will definitely be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy H.

8 October 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage

The pictures were very accurate. It was very clean. It was the perfect place to come back to at the end of each day.

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

20 September 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The view of the pond was beautiful. We saw a flock of geese landing on the pond this morning. .

Everything was great

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jim H.

8 September 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquility Base

On our recent road trip we spent a few days in the Asheville area and decided to opt for some country peace and quiet. We were intrigued by the Hiraeth Hill Cottage listing and we were not disappointed. This cottage is out of a Country Living feature. It is clean, super comfortable, well equipped, furnished and maintained. No detail is missed. Kudos to Jacqui and Josh on a superb property. Jacqui was super responsive at every step from our initial inquiry through check out and follow up. We'd give 6 stars if possible - Looking forward to a return visit!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marcy S.

15 July 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A break from reality

My husband and I loved staying here. We loved that you could only hear birds chirping and cows mooing when you open the doors. No planes, traffic, or craziness of day to day when you enter the property. It was a great relaxing weekend!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda K.

28 December 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serene and Beautiful

Super cute and cozy cottage in the country. Beautiful setting with views galore! Highly recommend!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emmalyn B.

29 October 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint and beautiful

We loved our stay at this property. The location was very convenient to Asheville, but still secluded and quiet. The pond behind the house definitely makes the property. The house was very clean and nice. The only thing I would suggest is more chairs & a fire pit at the pond. Highly recommend this property!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Carrie W.

13 August 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Girls Getaway

Perfect place to relax in the mountains of NC. Pictures were spot on. Loved relaxing on one of the many porches and looking at the sprawling mountains and soothing pond.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eileen Littel I.

1 August 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Views and Total Relaxation

Loved this quaint cottage. Great views on the back porch relaxing with a glass of wine! Enjoyed the quiet setting!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

30 July 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely getaway

Lovely setting and cottage…highly recommend!!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

23 July 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful place on Golden pond

Lovely cottage with elk for neighbors. Lots of fish in the pond and a sweet groundhog to watch. The house is so charming we didn't want to leave.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

About the host

Hosted by Jacqui Sams

My husband Josh is a General Contractor and builds beautiful custom homes in the Lake Lure area, he is an avid fisherman and would to answer any question you might have on the local fishing. I have spent the last 5 years owning and enjoying running a beautiful wedding venue. Prior to the last 5 years I was in education. We are an easy going laid back couple that loves the hospitality industry. We love having properties that guests can make lasting memories.

Why they chose this property

This property is in an amazing location and the views are stunning. You have so much privacy while still have neighbors somewhat close by but you will feel you are on a remote property. This cottage is only 20 minutes to the center of downtown Asheville. Biltmore is 20 minutes away. The breweries are plentiful in our area as well. This property is perfect for couples, 2 couples, or for families with children 12 years and older. Lots of privacy with the bedrooms being on opposite levels.

What makes this property unique

The uniqueness of this property is seen in the design and layout of the home and the convenient location to so many activies such as hiking, Asheville, less than 5 minutes to the French Broad River, and the multitude of breweries. You also can get Ubers from this property.

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