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Mountain Gem I Pet Friendly Luxury Cottage in Cheshire Village
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms 3 bathrooms Sleeps 8 215.0 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Black Mountain, NC
- Place, Black Mountain Center for the Arts3 min drive
- Place, Swannanoa Valley Museum3 min drive
- Place, Lake Tomahawk4 min drive
- Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)34 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area
About this property
Mountain Gem I Pet Friendly Luxury Cottage in Cheshire Village
Formerly known as Idle Awhile, this luxurious and exquisite "Mountain Gem" is tucked away in Black Mountain's charming Village of Cheshire. Stay in and enjoy the chef's kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances, cookware, a wine cooler, and a coffee bar, or venture out to experience Beradu, Sake Sushi, or Cheshire Arms, all within walking distance.
About the Home
• Fully equipped chef's kitchen with gas range, dishwasher, wine cooler, and coffee bar with standard drip coffee maker and Keurig
• Open-concept dining area with seating for 6; living room with 55" TV (with sound bar), Sonos music system, and gas fireplace
• Lower-level den with dedicated workspace, TV, and gas log fireplace
• Wrap-around porch with seating and dining area; back patio with Adirondack rockers, outdoor fire pit, and gas grill
Where to Unwind
• Main floor primary bedroom with king-size bed, TV, and en suite bathroom with walk-in shower and jetted soaking tub
• Lower-level bedroom with king-size bed, TV, and sitting area; full bathroom with walk-in shower
• Upper-level bedroom with queen-size bed
• Upper-level bedroom with queen-size bed; full bathroom, with bathtub and shower combination, can be accessed from the hallway
Where to Explore
• Beradu Specialty Market, Kitchen & Bar | < 5 minute walk
• Sake Sushi | < 5 minute walk
• Nearest Gas, Ingles iMarket | 3 minutes
• Nearest Grocery, Ingles Market | 3 minutes
• Downtown Black Mountain | 4 minutes
• Lookout Mountain Trail Head | 13 minutes
• The Blue Ridge Parkway | 13 minutes
• Downtown Asheville | 19 minutes
• The Biltmore Estate | 25 minutes
Please note: This house is dog-friendly, with a $100.00 non-refundable fee per dog (maximum of two). Sorry, this home is not cat-friendly due to common allergies. This home is laid out on three floors, and the main entrance requires you to use 2 flights of exterior stairs (approximately 14 steps). This home is not suitable or recommended for groups with mobility concerns.
About the Home
• Fully equipped chef's kitchen with gas range, dishwasher, wine cooler, and coffee bar with standard drip coffee maker and Keurig
• Open-concept dining area with seating for 6; living room with 55" TV (with sound bar), Sonos music system, and gas fireplace
• Lower-level den with dedicated workspace, TV, and gas log fireplace
• Wrap-around porch with seating and dining area; back patio with Adirondack rockers, outdoor fire pit, and gas grill
Where to Unwind
• Main floor primary bedroom with king-size bed, TV, and en suite bathroom with walk-in shower and jetted soaking tub
• Lower-level bedroom with king-size bed, TV, and sitting area; full bathroom with walk-in shower
• Upper-level bedroom with queen-size bed
• Upper-level bedroom with queen-size bed; full bathroom, with bathtub and shower combination, can be accessed from the hallway
Where to Explore
• Beradu Specialty Market, Kitchen & Bar | < 5 minute walk
• Sake Sushi | < 5 minute walk
• Nearest Gas, Ingles iMarket | 3 minutes
• Nearest Grocery, Ingles Market | 3 minutes
• Downtown Black Mountain | 4 minutes
• Lookout Mountain Trail Head | 13 minutes
• The Blue Ridge Parkway | 13 minutes
• Downtown Asheville | 19 minutes
• The Biltmore Estate | 25 minutes
Please note: This house is dog-friendly, with a $100.00 non-refundable fee per dog (maximum of two). Sorry, this home is not cat-friendly due to common allergies. This home is laid out on three floors, and the main entrance requires you to use 2 flights of exterior stairs (approximately 14 steps). This home is not suitable or recommended for groups with mobility concerns.
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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 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Black Mountain
Located in Cheshire, a neighbourhood in Black Mountain, this cabin is in the mountains. White Horse Black Mountain and Black Mountain Center for the Arts are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Swannanoa Valley Museum and Arrowhead Monument. The Merry Wine Market and Ten Thousand Villages are also worth visiting. Practise your golf swing on a nearby course, or enjoy other activities in the great outdoors, such as hiking and mountain biking in the area.

Black Mountain, NC
What's nearby
- Black Mountain Center for the Arts - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
- Swannanoa Valley Museum - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
- Lake Tomahawk - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
- Black Mountain Golf Club - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
- Catawba Falls - 18 min drive - 20.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Starbucks - 15 min walk
- McDonald's - 16 min walk
- Taco Bell - 14 min walk
- Wendy's - 14 min walk
- Starbucks - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Greybeard Rentals

Greybeard Rentals manages over 225 vacation rentals in Asheville, Black Mountain, Lake James, and the surrounding Western North Carolina region. A locally owned and operated business for over 25 years, Greybeard Rentals team of 20+ rental specialists are available to provide 24/7 rental emergency support for any rental issues that arise. They are also available to assist with any questions you may have about restaurant recommendations, activities, and more.
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