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Leaf peeping views-minutes to downtown-stargazing-25 minutes to Asheville
Holiday home in Old Fort with private pool and kitchen
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Reviews
10 out of 10 
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 765.0 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Old Fort, NC
- Place, Old Fort Railroad Museum7 min drive
- Place, Catawba Falls13 min drive
- Place, Lake Lure36 min drive
- Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)49 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed
Living Room 1
1 Queen Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Leaf peeping views-minutes to downtown-stargazing-25 minutes to Asheville
Escape to our charming 700 sq. ft. mountain retreat overlooking Jacks Mountain Preserve - an old golf course turned nature preserve. Perfect for small families, couples or friends, this cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bath home features modern comforts and decor, 4 beds total, a fully equipped (and then some) kitchen, and reliable internet. Enjoy breathtaking mountain views by day and stargazing at night. Pet-friendly, with clean water and nearby nature trails, it’s ideal for relaxation or adventure.
The Perch is located on our 2.5-acre property, directly behind our home, overlooking an old golf course turned nature preserve with year-round mountain views. The home includes a full kitchen, living room with a queen-sized pullout sleeper couch, dining area, work area, and laundry room. The entire space is about 700 sq. feet. There are two porches—one overlooking the pool and mountains and another facing the fire pit and nearly 500 acres of undeveloped forest.
Each room has a 32-inch TV
In addition to the firepit, we offer a charcoal grill, a tandem kayak, a single kayak, a canoe and the pool is available for use in the on-season. We do rent out our pool out by the hour to the community via an app called Swimply, so we just ask that we stay in communication about when you wish to swim and we'll communicate when it is reserved. We will give you privacy at the pool and we welcome our guests to swim with us - so it's not off limits when we're there! Even during the off-season our pool bar, which features a fridge, TV, grill, music system and outdoor bathroom is an awesome spot to hangout.
30 minutes to downtown Asheville
15 minutes to downtown Black Mountain
10 minutes to the Gateway Trail System or Catawba Falls Trailhead
35 minutes to Lake James
*Please note that the nightly rate is for a total of two guests. Guests after 2 are charged at an additional cost of $15/per person
The Perch is located on our 2.5-acre property, directly behind our home, overlooking an old golf course turned nature preserve with year-round mountain views. The home includes a full kitchen, living room with a queen-sized pullout sleeper couch, dining area, work area, and laundry room. The entire space is about 700 sq. feet. There are two porches—one overlooking the pool and mountains and another facing the fire pit and nearly 500 acres of undeveloped forest.
Each room has a 32-inch TV
In addition to the firepit, we offer a charcoal grill, a tandem kayak, a single kayak, a canoe and the pool is available for use in the on-season. We do rent out our pool out by the hour to the community via an app called Swimply, so we just ask that we stay in communication about when you wish to swim and we'll communicate when it is reserved. We will give you privacy at the pool and we welcome our guests to swim with us - so it's not off limits when we're there! Even during the off-season our pool bar, which features a fridge, TV, grill, music system and outdoor bathroom is an awesome spot to hangout.
30 minutes to downtown Asheville
15 minutes to downtown Black Mountain
10 minutes to the Gateway Trail System or Catawba Falls Trailhead
35 minutes to Lake James
*Please note that the nightly rate is for a total of two guests. Guests after 2 are charged at an additional cost of $15/per person
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Amenities
Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 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: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total) 
Dog must remain leashed whenever outside.
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas 
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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products 
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 and a first aid kit 
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts 
About the area
Old Fort
Located in Old Fort, this holiday home is in the mountains. Mountain Gateway Museum and Old Fort Railroad Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Arrowhead Monument and Davidson's Fort Historic Park. The Merry Wine Market and Ten Thousand Villages are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and rock climbing. 

Old Fort, NC
What's nearby
- Old Fort Railroad Museum - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
- Arrowhead Monument - 7 min drive - 6.4 km
- Catawba Falls - 13 min drive - 12.1 km
- Lake Lure - 36 min drive - 27.8 km
- Biltmore Estate - 40 min drive - 50.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 6 min drive
- Hardee's - 6 min drive
- Seeker Coffee - 6 min drive
- Subway - 13 min drive
- Dairy Queen - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Emily Smith

Originally from Illinois, our family moved to Appalachia nearly a decade ago. We've always loved hosting and one of our favorite parts is getting to meet so many new people from all over.
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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