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Relaxing Riverfront Cottage Near Asheville, NC

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Peaceful Cottage overlooking the Ivy River with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths
Summer view from the top deck
Secluded cottage along the Ivy River
Lower deck along the Ivy River
Living room with room to socialize, play games and watch movies
Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

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Mars Hill, NC
  • Popular LocationHarrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville24 min drive
  • Popular LocationThe Orange Peel24 min drive
  • AirportAsheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)37 min drive
  • Popular LocationBiltmore Estate37 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Double Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Relaxing Riverfront Cottage Near Asheville, NC

This cottage offers peaceful, natural waterfront beauty. Located on 2+ acres of private property overlooking the scenic Ivy River, guests can explore the riverbank, swim, fish or just relax on one of three spacious decks overlooking the river. Evenings can be spent outdoors around the fire roasting marshmallows, watching fireflies, swinging in the hammock or enjoying a starry sky.

Inside, the home features a full kitchen with stove, oven, microwave, dishwasher, refrigerator, coffee maker and room for 6 at the dining table.

A comfortable furnished living room with cathedral ceilings is perfect for games and family fun.

The home has a fiber-connection internet with high-speed WIFI to accommodate remote work, remote classes or video streaming.

Master bedroom includes a king-sized bed. Second bedroom features a queen-sized bed. Third bedroom features two full-sized beds.

Located 20 minutes north of Asheville, 10 minutes north of Weaverville and 10 minutes from Mars Hill (& Mars Hill University) with close proximity to the highway. Grocery stores, restaurants, breweries, hiking, whitewater rafting, snow skiing, apple picking and shopping are all within a 15-50 minute drive from the cottage.

Our property is for cleanliness and comfort.

Parties or gatherings of more than 6 people are not permitted at this property.

Smoking and vaping are NOT allowed inside or outside at this property.

Property manager

Ivy River Cottages
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Children under the age of 16 must have full-time adult supervision when swimming in the river and by the campfire.
Absolutely no smoking or vaping at this property. If there is evidence of either while at the property, you will be assessed a $250 cleaning fee.
If you bring a pet to the property without: (1) disclosing the pet when you reserve and (2) paying the pet fee, you will be assessed a $250 pet fee.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Mars Hill

Located in Mars Hill, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. Echoview Fiber Mill and Bailey Mountain Bike Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Pisgah National Forest and Pinnacle Mountain. Dream Guitars and Flow are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Mars Hill, NC

What's nearby

  • University of North Carolina at Asheville - 23 min drive
  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 24 min drive
  • The Orange Peel - 24 min drive
  • Grove Park Country Club - 24 min drive
  • Biltmore Estate - 37 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 14 min drive
  • Starbucks - 14 min drive
  • La Carreta - 14 min drive
  • Burger King - 14 min drive
  • Chapala Mexican Restaurant - 15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Relaxing Riverfront Cottage Near Asheville, NC pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Relaxing Riverfront Cottage Near Asheville, NC?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Relaxing Riverfront Cottage Near Asheville, NC?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Relaxing Riverfront Cottage Near Asheville, NC located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 2.6 mi (4.3 km) from Echoview Fiber Mill and within 9 miles (15 km) of Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre and Pisgah National Forest. Dream Guitars and Dry Ridge Historical Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend Getaway
Perfect getaway! Will definitely return to this beautiful spot. Clean, comfortable, and convenient to lots of activities. A must see!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing, beautiful property!
Perfect getaway on a beautiful property. Great communication with host. Off the beaten path, but no problems using the directions from host. Would love to stay again in warmer weather!!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Riverside Getaway
Had a lovely time at Sara’s property. Very clean and well equipped space, and the view was wonderful. Wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage
The host was great with communication and the place was clean and well equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

M R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Cottage
Loved the Cottage, Ivy River, and privacy. Great Stay!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Ivy River Cottages

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Why they chose this property

We had rented in this area for about 10 years. We loved the proximity to Downtown Asheville, the River Arts District, hiking trails, and unique showing. Additionally, we're very close to several nice grocery stores, Wal-Mart, Hobby Lobby, Lowe's & more.

What makes this property unique

Ivy River Cottage is located on a one-of-a-kind piece of property. We have 4 decks overlooking the Ivy River. The relaxing sound of the flowing water and the scenic view creates a serene environment for our guests to totally relax.

Languages:

English

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