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Historical Award Winning Cottage in Montford •2 Blocks to Downtown•

Holiday home with kitchen, 7-minute walk to Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville

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Welcome to the Sallie Lee Cottage!!
Just two blocks from downtown!
Private driveway. Can fit up to two vehicles!
Private back porch. Perfect fro ice cold sweet tea sippin'.
Secluded back porch!. Wonderful area to enjoy your breakfast or morning coffee!

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 497.5 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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  • Place, Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
  • Place, The Orange Peel
  • Place, University of North Carolina at Asheville
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

The Butterscotch Room

1 Queen Bed

The Terracotta Room

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Historical Award Winning Cottage in Montford •2 Blocks to Downtown•

Proud to be a Victorian, the Sallie Lee Cottage is an exquisite example of the architectural wonders of the late 1800s. Around 1880, Sallie Lee built a stick-style Victorian cottage on Ashland Avenue. In doing this, she became the first woman to own a home in Western North Carolina. The cornerstone of this beautiful home centers around the exterior architectural displays of lines, angles, and ornate grids. Furthermore, the interior is equally exceptional, centering around its unique triangular fireplace; which results a distinct Latin cross floor plan.

The home boasts two bedrooms and one full bath. The Butterscotch Room has a fully functioning gas fireplace and access to the Mahogany Tea Room. The Tea Room is bathed in sunlight and offers access to the homes' two front porches! Enjoy a warm cup of tea relaxing in a vintange velvet chair. Lastly, the Terracotta Room has a full sized wardrobe which was built using the original flooring pulled from the home during the restoration process. Each bedroom has a brand new queen sized bed and plenty of natural light.

The bathroom offers a full sized bathtub and shower, plush towels and essential toiletries, just in case!

The cozy living room is inviting for great conversation centered around the gas fireplace. Shared with the dining space, the home also utilizes Google Home for anything and everything the internet has to offer.

The unique floor plan continues in to the kitchen where you will find the cabinets completely stocked and ready for any chef!

The property offers off-street parking with a private driveway and fits up to two vehicles. Additional parking available.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 12
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Open to some accommodations, please inquire.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Small pets (less than 50lbs). No parties. No open flames (e.g. burning candles)

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

About the area

Asheville

Located in Asheville, this holiday home is in the city centre. 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. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at The Orange Peel, or consider a night out at Grey Eagle. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and mountain biking.
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Asheville, NC

What's nearby

  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Wicked Weed Brewing - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • The Orange Peel - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • University of North Carolina at Asheville - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Biltmore Estate - 9 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Shakey’s - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Battery Park Book Exchange And Champagne Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Soprana Rooftop Cucina - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪High Five Coffee - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪All Day Darling - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historical Award Winning Cottage in Montford •2 Blocks to Downtown• pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

What time is check-in at Historical Award Winning Cottage in Montford •2 Blocks to Downtown•?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historical Award Winning Cottage in Montford •2 Blocks to Downtown•?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historical Award Winning Cottage in Montford •2 Blocks to Downtown• located?

Located in Historic Montford, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Asheville Visitor Center and Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville. Asheville Convention and Visitors Bureau and Basilica of Saint Lawrence are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Pam S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Th communication with the host was fantastic. The house was excellent location. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

William K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great - thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Meg M.

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

Great location!

Truly the cutest neighborhood in all of Asheville
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house with a lot of charm and character! Excellent location and easy walking to downtown Asheville
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wish we could’ve stayed longer. Such a perfect house with beautiful details, cozy, close to downtown, and had everything we could’ve possibly needed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karis W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It is beautiful. I can see why this is an award winning cottage. I also appreciate that this historical place was saved. Everything was great! Beautiful decor.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie R.

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

Charming!

Charming house, great location, easy stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sister and I had a lovely stay at this home. Easy walk to great coffee shop and restaurant(Tall John’s) and downtown Asheville. Short drive to RAD. Neighboring homes are well cared for with beautiful gardens. Hurricane recovery is well I. It’s way!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Torey L.

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

Great Location and Space

Amazing cute cottage with great location close to downtown. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

nancy f.

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

Great spot!

Really nice historical cottage, with comfortable beds, great little porches, a comfy common space, and all the amenities we needed It’s a short distance to downtown; we used Uber most of the time and it was really easy and relatively inexpensive. Asheville is tons of fun, if we ever come back we’ll stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

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

Great Cottage and Location

My husband and I enjoyed our stay. The neighborhood is nice and the location was very convenient for trips downtown. Appreciated the private driveway, so we didn't have to park on the street. The beds were a bit firm for us, but overall we had a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

ann h.

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

Step Back In Time

Our stay was lovely. This historic home was decorated in sync with its roots. The beds were super comfortable and we felt safe in the neighborhood and the place was sparkling clean. There’s a great coffee stop within walking distance too.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita W.

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

Dream house and location

The house is perfect and we can't wait to stay again on our next visit to Asheville. It is a quick walk across the bridge into town. Montford is a beautiful neighborhood. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holli S.

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

Sallie Lee Cottage

Excellent host, location, condition of property...I will definitely be a repeat guest and will highly recommend to others.
Stayed 11 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan J.

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

Super clean home in a lovely neighborhood!

This quaint home was spotless, had plenty of towels and toiletries, and was located walking distance to downtown. We loved the porch swing and the lush green surroundings. Quiet neighborhood and very responsive owners. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

William F.

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

Asheville

Everything was perfect at this property despite the the recent flooding in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So MUCH enjoyed this visit to Asheville. The aesthetics and coziness of this location was unexpected. I often travel to explore the city, but this particular location was so inviting. I was never in a rush to get out the door for any event or reservation.The layout of the bedrooms, sitting area & spacious bathroom were ideal for a restful getaway. The location is ideal – a short walk to downtown Asheville or enjoy an extended neighborhood walk through the beautiful streets of Montford. For the Coffee aficionado’s out there – the All Day Darling is minutes away to meet your morning or late afternoon needs. Their dining options are worth noting as well. Thank you for an incredible stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

ERIC H.

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

Nice place

Beautiful, safe, quiet neighborhood. House was nice and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Isabel W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful VRBO, in a great location. The atmosphere was wonderful, as pretty as it looks in the pictures, and there were lots of sweet little places to rest and read - porch swing, back porch, comfy sofas. Communicating with Christina was easy and she was very friendly. My only desire would have been receiving our check in code before we arrived - it was a call-for-code situation and I would have preferred a way to receive our code that wasn't as time sensitive.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

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

Cute cottage

Great location. Quiet street. Walking distance to visitors center and downtown. Communication with property manager is excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave B.

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

Charming, clean and convenient

Really nice place to chill out in after long days exploring Asheville. After a long drive to reach town, it was nice to be able to walk to so many things and leave the car in the driveway. Nice combination of history and creature comforts. Hosts were very responsive to our questions. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie H.

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

Girls trip

This cottage is very charming! The location is great. We were able to walk all around downtown from the cottage. My only suggestion would be some shades in the bathroom for a little more privacy. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy B.

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

Highly recommend

The host was so nice and very timely with responses. Truly a wonderful experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee G.

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

Great location!

House is really charming, cute, and cozy. Very safe and convenient. We were able to walk to and all over downtown. Barely had to use the car. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy E.

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

convenient and quaint

It is perfect for a family of 4 wanting to walk to downtown Asheville —a 10—to 15-minute walk. The rooms are nicely decorated and have comfortable beds. We ate dinner out, so the small kitchen was not a concern for us. It had just rained the days before our arrival, and there were many mosquitos, so we did not use the small porch much and took advantage of the bug spray in the pantry.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Justin Moore

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Hello beautiful humans!! I am a Pharmacist and my husband works as a book-keeper from home. We live in the basement apartment and absolutely love living in Asheville! We also love to be outdoors and travel to new places! We have fur baby Tallulah and a new baby boy! Tallulah enjoys running around the side yard and meeting new people.

Why they chose this property

My husband and I grew up in the Blue Ridge Mountains just over the state line into the North Georgia Blue Ridge Mountains. Therefore moving just a little farther north made complete sense! We love Asheville and the wonderful and unique individuals we have come to call friends and family. We hope you enjoy everything Asheville has to offer!

What makes this property unique

Our home is a beautiful piece of Asheville. It has been wonderfully preserved and restored to its former glory. Its' character is shown throughout the home in each and every room. Please feel free to read the full description in our listing as we could absolutely gush about our home endlessly.
Our neighbors are the real rockstars of our street. They are wonderful people to meet and enjoy a conversation with. Most are explats, but have grown and woven into the fibers of Asheville's amazing tapestry. Like ourselves, they are a wealth of information of what is going on in the area.
Additionally we are a quick 2 block walk to downtown!

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