1945 Farmhouse Cottage Near Asheville & The Biltmore Estate – Pup friendly!
SWEET RENOVATED 1945 FARMHOUSE Not too long ago, our sweet Little Yellow Cottage was a diamond in the rough. It had been in disrepair for decades, with bowed walls, broken cabinets, and old carpeting. But when we saw the sunlit rooms and lifted the old carpet to find beautiful aged oak and pine floors, we knew that with a lot of love, creativity, and elbow grease (and a bit of cash) she would shine again and become the beautiful Cottage we knew she could be.
--------------------------------- NOTE: Please take your time and read our listing thoroughly - it's packed with helpful information. Most of your questions will be answered here. Once you book, I will send you a PDF of our very-informative "Welcome Book" - it's full with great info about "Yellow", the area, local restaurants, grocery stores, hiking trails, etc. (There's also a printed copy at the cottage for your reference during your stay.) ---------------------------------
Our sweet Little Yellow Cottage is situated on a large private park-like yard with shade trees, a large fire pit area with plenty of seating, and a big yard for the kids to have a game of kick ball. The new covered porch with romantic lighting, new HVAC, vintage farm-style decor, beautiful new bathroom, lighting and fans, refinished floors, new laundry room with new washer and dryer, and all new furnishings, make the Cottage feel beautiful, new and clean. From the oak kitchen counters we created from antique truck beds to the refinished oak and pine floors, Tom and I worked hard to bring our vision to life so our guests could enjoy this little gem of Asheville.
It's owner-managed and we take pride in doing all the little things to make your stay an amazing experience... a Welcome Gift, treats for your pup if you should bring them along, and more. There's a level driveway for easy parking – rare for these parts. Near Asheville and many local attractions, or comfortable to enjoy just staying in.
LOCATION! LOCATION! LOCATION! Our Cottage is approximately 15 minutes to the city, another 10 to the entrance of the Biltmore Estate, and about 20 minutes total to just about any wonderful hiking trail and attractions in the Asheville area. About as close as you can get and still have a whole-house rental! Perfect!
CLEAN This property is Fresh & Clean! Our Cottage is professionally cleaned thoroughly and thoughtfully after each stay with no same-day turns. So, if you're looking for someplace beautiful, comfortable, CLEAN, and private to get away from the hustle and bustle... you found it!
BEDS There's comfy beds for 4, but if you'd like to bring your own air mattress and bedding, there's plenty of floor space in the living room to sleep 2 more.
SWEET BATHROOM Did I mention the beautiful new bathroom? Just cast your eyes on those photos! It’s a beautiful all-new space with toilet (of course) and pedestal sink, large antique mirror, frameless shower door, spacious shower with built-in seat, and shiplap ceiling.
DRIVEWAY Unlike many other properties in the area, our wide level driveway is easy for navigation and parking. Inclement weather is rarely an issue. That's a reassuring feature if you've ever tried driving up a steep WNC driveway in one of our winter snowstorms!
SUPPLIES Stocked to get you started... paper towels, tp, coffee, sugar, soaps, and more. If you need more, grocery stores are minutes away.
WELCOME GIFT I love to offer a Welcome Gift for staying at our Little Yellow Cottage – an assortment of delicious trail mix packets will be waiting for you in the Welcome area. They're great for a quick snack upon arrival, or to take along for a hike. Enjoy!
For those of you bringing your pup, we leave a few doggy treats, a set of bowls in case you forget yours, and a doggy bed so they're just as comfortable as you are.
STAY "HOME" If you'd like to stay cozied up in your beautiful secluded getaway, grab a sweet tea and enjoy the mountain breezes on the covered porch. Or maybe make s’mores around the big ol’ fire pit while enjoying the laughter of friends and family. Want to keep it simple… relax in the living room with a good book or watch a movie on the 60” smart TV with cable channels – bring your Netflix login!
EXPLORE Feeling the need to get out a bit? Visit the nearby grounds and gardens of the magnificent Biltmore Estate, drive the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway, or hike to one of the area's magnificent waterfalls. So much to do, or nothing at all. The choice is yours!
It's a short drive to Asheville and many local adventures and attractions, but comfortable to enjoy just staying in and relaxing. Use the House as home base while you ski Wolf Ridge Ski Resort, hike off the Blue Ridge Parkway, kayak the French Broad, tube the Green, tour the Biltmore Estate, sample the local shops, restaurants and breweries... whatever makes you smile!
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An important note: Even though it’s a rare, in this uncertain time of extreme weather and illnesses a guest may need to cancel shortly before they check in. For that reason, we strongly recommend purchasing trip insurance wherever you book. Due to circumstances beyond our control, we (all VRBO owners) may be unable to refund your late cancellations. VRBO offers you their insurance when you book, however feel free to investigate other options. A little spent now could save your much later. Please refer to VRBO for more information.**
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
$75 fee per pet. See PET POLICY in RA.
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
NO. Fees incurred for ANY smoking on property
NO PARTIES or EVENTS. This is a quiet neighborhood
NO SMOKING in the house.
Park ONLY on gravel driveway.
Important information
You need to know
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
Note from host: Absolutely NO parties/events. Quiet hours 10p-10a
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
About the area
Asheville
Located in Asheville, this cottage is in a rural area. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Biltmore Estate and Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance. Ready for a night out? Consider The Orange Peel and Grey Eagle. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
University of North Carolina at Asheville - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 9 min drive - 9.1 km
The Orange Peel - 9 min drive - 9.8 km
Biltmore Estate - 15 min drive - 13.8 km
Getting around
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 27 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 6 min drive
Papas Pizza - 5 min drive
Riverside Rhapsody Beer Company - 6 min drive
Silverball Subs - 9 min drive
High Five Coffee - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is 1945 Farmhouse Cottage Near Asheville & The Biltmore Estate – Pup friendly! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at 1945 Farmhouse Cottage Near Asheville & The Biltmore Estate – Pup friendly!?
As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1945 Farmhouse Cottage Near Asheville & The Biltmore Estate – Pup friendly! on 3 April 2026 start from NZ$354, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at 1945 Farmhouse Cottage Near Asheville & The Biltmore Estate – Pup friendly!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 1945 Farmhouse Cottage Near Asheville & The Biltmore Estate – Pup friendly!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 1945 Farmhouse Cottage Near Asheville & The Biltmore Estate – Pup friendly!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is 1945 Farmhouse Cottage Near Asheville & The Biltmore Estate – Pup friendly! located?
Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 1.2 mi (2 km) from French Broad River and within 6 miles (10 km) of University of North Carolina at Asheville and Kimmel Arena. Botanical Gardens at Asheville and Beaver Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
With all due respect, I must say that I’m very confused by your rating, Cynthia. We're not sure what happened, but I guess not all ratings can be 5-star.
Location was great out in a country setting but very close to town and the Biltmore
Very happy with our week at the cottage
Anita W.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2023
Thank you for you kind review, Anita! Exactly what we hope for a guest ~ much happiness! It was a pleasure to have you and hope you come visit again soon.
Thank you for your nice review, Bonnie. So glad you liked the shower. We enjoyed designing and building it. (It's those special touches that make our Yellow Cottage so sweet.)
This place was perfect for my wife and I and our two dogs! Beautiful little spot about 15 mins from Asheville downtown and 5 minutes from the river. Would definitely go back again!
Jason N.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2023
Thank you for your sweet review, Jason! We're so happy that you and your pups loved our Yellow Cottage. Please come visit again - you're Yellow Cottage family now!
The house was perfect, it was set up with a grill and great fire pit. We were visiting nearby family but this house allowed us to have family over with us sometimes also. Very private setting.
Rebecca W.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2023
Yay! Love that you enjoyed our Little Yellow Cottage, Becky! So nice to hear that you loved our little oasis and really did enjoy having you. Come visit again soon!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Giacomo B.
30 October 2018
Quaint and comfortable
Close to downtown but far enough away to have some quiet. We;; maintained house with great, responsive owners.
Giacomo B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2023
Thank you for the lovely review, Giacomo! Truly glad you enjoyed our Little Yellow Cottage for your son's birthday. We enjoyed having you all. So much fun when guests come to our Cottage for special trips! We're so happy it was everything you were looking for and found it's proximity to Asheville as convenient as you hoped. Please come stay again soon!
We greatly enjoyed our stay. You are far enough from the city for peace and quite, but close enough to be downtown in about 10 mins. The liitle yellow cottage was perfect for us and our two fur babies. The VRBO host was an absolute pleasure to deal with. Definitely a great place to stay!
Thanks to Kris and Tom for providing such a wonderful property.
Everything we needed was provided including dog bowls and treats for our pup. We would definitely go back!
Robin A.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2023
Awww... so glad you and your pup loved our sweet Little Yellow Cottage, Robin! We knew how nice it would be for folks to have a beautiful place to bring their pups. We get it... we have Marley. Please come visit again soon~ Happy travels!
Very clean; quiet neighborhood. Quick responses from the owner. The sweet treat was a nice welcome gift.
Cole Z.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2023
Thank you for such a nice review, Cole! We're so happy you loved our Little Yellow Cottage. Glad you liked the gift! We enjoy those special touches. Happy travels!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Gary D.
30 October 2018
Quiet place with great outdoor space
Quiet place with great outdoor space ... Really loved the attention to detail, wood floors throughout, and pet friendly. Thanks.
Gary D.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2023
Thank you for the sweet review, Gary. We were very happy to provide a quiet and peaceful place for your family and pup. And thank you for the compliments! We worked very hard on updating the house with our own hands. It's so nice when a guest notices the love and attention we put into our Cottage. So glad you enjoyed it and we're looking forward to your return. Happy travels!
The cottage was perfect, exactly what we needed and help make our trip to Asheville a positive one despite the rain.
Bruce M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2023
Awww... thank you for such a nice review, Bruce! Glad you had the comfy Cottage and sweet covered porch to enjoy that autumn rain. Hope to have you back someday soon. Next time... blue skies and sunshine!
Great cottage for my partner and me as well as our two dogs. It is a great size and very comfortable. The bathroom was nicely remodeled. Cute outdoor space. Communication was great with the owner.
We stayed here for a few days - two adults and two children (4 and 10.) What a wonderful place! It’s cozy and wonderfully decorated and perfect for a small family. The kids loved roasting s’mores and playing on the lawn with thoughtfully provided lawn toys. The adults enjoyed the comfy couches, fast internet, and great communication from the hosts.
We would totally stay again if we are in the area.
Marianna L.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2023
Awww! Thank you, Marianna for your FABULOUS review!! It really makes our hearts sing to hear how much our guests enjoyed their stay. I'm not sure I can add more than to just say a hearty "Thank you!" and please come visit us again!
Great place, adequate space for two adults and two pups, with room for one or two more. Spacious yard was perfect, and we enjoyed the porch. The drive to and fro wasn't bad at all, even enjoyable in many parts. Accessibility to adventures was easy, but that could be said about the whole area😍I would book with this host again for sure.
The cottage was beautiful, clean, and easy to access. We were able to easily drive downtown in about 12 minutes, and had easy access to the surrounding breweries. The owner was available and provided lots of communication about the home and the surrounding area. We would recommend staying here!
Tyler N.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2023
Thank you SO much for the sweet review, Tyler! We truly enjoyed having you stay at out sweet Little Yellow Cottage and love that you took full advantage of all the wonderful places to see and things to do so nearby. Come visit soon!
Clean, cute and in a good location. Owners very responsive to questions. They provide a book which lists good restaurants and activities to do in and around Asheville. It was a great week for us all including our dog.
Marsha B.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2023
Thank you for your kind review, Marsha! It's folks like you that make what we do so much fun and rewarding. Hope you come visit again soon!
We loved our stay at the little yellow cottage. Unfortunately the weather didn’t cooperate but we will be back. The house was clean, cute, comfortable and close to anything you would want to do. The owners are fabulous and went above and beyond! Can’t wait to come back!
Kimberly M.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2023
Awww! Thank you for your wonderful review, Kim! It was a pleasure to have your family in our sweet little Cottage for Richie's birthday and Valentine's Day! I'm so sorry you didn't have the best weather, but still a sweet place to enjoy a rainy weekend getaway. We're looking forward to having you back... for a sunny stay ~ fingers crossed!
Spent the weekend touring Asheville hiking and breweries with our dog. House was perfect for us, porch worked out well during the Thursday downpour. House was met our expectations and Kris was a great host
Matt P.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2023
Thank you for your nice review and compliments, Matt. It was very nice to have you both and Lucy, your pup. So happy you enjoyed our sweet Cottage. The porch is rather nice for sitting in a rainstorm. Glad you enjoyed it!
Cute little cottage that was close to downtown Asheville & everywhere else we went. It had everything we needed for our stay & our puppy felt very loved and welcomed too! The fire pit was perfect & we enjoy s’mores, the boys ran around in the yard with our pup too—great outdoor space! We had 6 people part of the time & 4 people for 2 days.
Tracie C.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2023
It was absolutely a pleasure to have you and your family stay at our Sweet Little Yellow Cottage, Tracie! Thank you for your wonderful review. It's folks like you that are the reason we love to share our Cottage and we love that you made the most of your stay. Please come visit again soon. Happy travels!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Megan B.
3 January 2019
Great getaway!
The cottage was the perfect place to take a break and recharge. There were 4 people in our group and both the outdoor areas and indoor common spaces were big enough for us to spend time together. It was also an easy 15 minute drive to downtown Asheville. The owner was very accommodating and did her best to make sure we had everything we needed!
Megan B.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2023
Thank you for your lovely review, Megan! We're SO happy you and your friends enjoyed our Little Yellow Cottage. I really do my best to make sure every guest knows they're important and truly enjoys their stay. We're lucky to have such a sweet place to share in beautiful Asheville and luckier to have such wonderful guests! Please come visit again soon!
This place was amazing, perfect location, very well kept, super clean, really everything that you can ask for in a short term rental! Kris was awesome and very helpful, was easy to communicate with and as accommodating as they come!! Will definitely be back here
Brandon C.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May 2024
Ah! What an amazing review, Brandon! Truly a pleasure to have you stay in our sweet Little Yellow Cottage. I was happy to host such a kind guest. Please visit again soon! There's so much more to explore in our beautiful mountains. The Yellow Cottage awaits you! ;)
Kristen went above and beyond!!! The cottage is simply charming and spotless. And Kristen was a concierge of information—a welcome wagon. Loved our stay!!! Even our dog felt welcomed with dog beds and biscuits!
Simon W.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2023
Wow! LOVE your review, Simon!! So much fun to have guests like you - made my day! Truly had fun and happy to do what I can to make your stay as wonderful as possible. Glad I hit the mark! Please come visit again soon!
A wonderful little house where you will be made to feel very welcome! Outside of town enough to be very quiet but really a short drive to either the city or the surrounding countryside. Extremely clean and well decorated, the owners have provided everything you could possibly need. I highly recommend choosing this house if available!
Dominic F.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 June 2023
YAY! Thank you for your wonderful sweet review, Dominic. It was a pleasure to host you and would love to have you back. Folks like yourself are why we love doing what we do in sharing our sweet homes.
About the host
Hosted by Kris Mulloy
Tom is an experienced land surveyor with more than 30 years in the field. Several years ago, he started his own survey business here in Asheville and is well known and respected in the industry.
Kris is a Real Estate Broker, graphic designer, artist, and property manager. She loves using her skills in renovation, refinishing floors, and her vision as a designer to renew old homes into beautiful vacation rental properties to be enjoyed by folks visiting the Asheville area. Tom lovingly applies his skills at carpentry, light electric, and vision in sync with Kris. As a result, the houses shine brighter and more beautiful than ever.
Once ready for guests, Kris manages the houses and makes sure the guests truly love their experience, whichever one of their 3 vacation homes they choose. As an award-winning Realtor, Kris also helps many folks find their own forever and vacation homes here in WNC.
Together, Tom and Kris have lived in the Asheville area for over 20 years. They met a few years back when she hired Tom to survey her land in nearby Arden. Soon, they discovered their mutual interest and worked together on creating 3 lovely places... The Sweet Mount Royal House, The Little Yellow Cottage, and most recently… The Olive House.
Why they chose this property
Tom saw the cottage for sale during a day out in the field. He immediately recognized the potential in the neglected little house – the perfect size, bright rooms, a quiet rural neighborhood, the big flat yard (uncommon in this area), and the close proximity to Asheville – so he decided to make it ours. After a “few” trips to the hardware store and more than a year of hard work, she’s ready to shine again. Our labor of love!
What makes this property unique
It’s difficult to name just one thing that I love about our Cottage. When we found it, she was a worn little building with crumbling walls and a tattered old carpet hiding her beautiful hardwood floors. After many months of love and labor, she’s now a shiny happy little house.
Her location can’t be beat – a quiet country road yet close to the city and nearby adventures. In a short drive you can have lunch downtown, sample the local breweries, visit the Biltmore Estate, enjoy a concert at the Orange Peel, LaZoom, ski, hike, tube, kayak… whatever makes you smile! Then come home to our comfy little cottage, kick off your sandals (or ski boots), and rest up for the next day’s adventure.
The benefit of starting with an empty house is that now almost everything is new. We has fun adding things we felt our guests would enjoy – new HVAC for those dog days of summer and the cold winter nights, covered deck with views of the distant mountains, red chairs and a red door to match, gas grill and monster fire pit, toys and balls for the big yard, colorful mugs and our favorite coffee we discovered in Honduras, shiny stainless steel fridge, comfy beds with plush soft blankets and quilts, big lcd tv, and a chaise lounge in the big window with a few good books.
Creative touches throughout add to the character – beautiful new hickory cabinets in the kitchen topped with oak butcher block counters we salvaged from old truck beds, nostalgic farm theme of the dining room with an antique oak table that extends for more room, the tree wall in the lavender bedroom, our favorite JRR Tolkien quote in the blue bedroom, and a big compass rose in the living room for folks coming from all directions.
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