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10/10 Excellent
Andrew H.
7 October 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Andrew H.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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Perfect family friendly retreat near hiking, Montreat, and Black Mountain
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Reviews
9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Black Mountain, NC
- Place, Robert Lake Park3 min walk
- Place, Patricia Cornwell Tennis Center3 min walk
- Place, Ten Thousand Villages9 min walk
- Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)32 min drive
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Double Sofa Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
About this property
Perfect family friendly retreat near hiking, Montreat, and Black Mountain
Welcome to Ceilidh Cottage! This charming 1920s mountain cottage in Montreat is full of history and fresh mountain air. Relax on the covered porch, take in mountain views, grill outside, or sit by the fire pit. The chef’s kitchen and dining area make gathering easy. Pet friendly and close to trails, downtown Black Mountain is just minutes away!
◆ Covered porch with mountain views
◆ Fire pit, grill, and hammocks
◆ Chef’s kitchen and dining area
◆ Historic charm and cozy spaces
◆ Pet friendly!
Historic Ceilidh Cottage has long been a gathering place in Montreat, close to the quaint downtown of Black Mountain, NC. “Ceilidh” (KAY-lee) is a Scots-Gaelic word for a social gathering of family and friends. The owners chose this name to honor their heritage and the cottage’s history as an iconic place to come together.
◆ Main floor: Living, kitchen, dining, bonus sitting room with sleeper sofa and bathroom, large covered porch, and spacious deck
◆ Top floor: Four bedrooms with individual sinks, one bathroom with toilet and shower, screened porch with a café table
◆ Lower floor: Movie and game room with comfy seating and foosball, plus laundry room with washer and dryer
You have access to the whole home and property.
Please feel free to contact us at any time. We are here to assist you with anything you may need!
- This is a pet friendly property with a pet fee shown at booking.
- There are many stairs in and around the home, so it is not wheelchair accessible.
- Please park street side in front of the house (fits 2–3 cars) or use additional parking at Anderson Auditorium, just a 3 minute walk away.
- A convenient EV charger is available on site.
◆ Covered porch with mountain views
◆ Fire pit, grill, and hammocks
◆ Chef’s kitchen and dining area
◆ Historic charm and cozy spaces
◆ Pet friendly!
Historic Ceilidh Cottage has long been a gathering place in Montreat, close to the quaint downtown of Black Mountain, NC. “Ceilidh” (KAY-lee) is a Scots-Gaelic word for a social gathering of family and friends. The owners chose this name to honor their heritage and the cottage’s history as an iconic place to come together.
◆ Main floor: Living, kitchen, dining, bonus sitting room with sleeper sofa and bathroom, large covered porch, and spacious deck
◆ Top floor: Four bedrooms with individual sinks, one bathroom with toilet and shower, screened porch with a café table
◆ Lower floor: Movie and game room with comfy seating and foosball, plus laundry room with washer and dryer
You have access to the whole home and property.
Please feel free to contact us at any time. We are here to assist you with anything you may need!
- This is a pet friendly property with a pet fee shown at booking.
- There are many stairs in and around the home, so it is not wheelchair accessible.
- Please park street side in front of the house (fits 2–3 cars) or use additional parking at Anderson Auditorium, just a 3 minute walk away.
- A convenient EV charger is available on site.
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
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
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
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Montreat
Montreat is home to this holiday home. White Horse Black Mountain and Swannanoa Valley Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Ten Thousand Villages and The Merry Wine Market. Black Mountain Center for the Arts and Old Fort Railroad Museum are also worth visiting.
Black Mountain, NC
What's nearby
- Robert Lake Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Patricia Cornwell Tennis Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Ten Thousand Villages - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 22 min drive - 33.1 km
- Biltmore Estate - 23 min drive - 32.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- No. 1 China - 5 min drive
- Lookout Brewing Company - 5 min drive
- Starbucks - 6 min drive
- Recess Coffee and Baked Goods - 6 min drive
- The Trailhead - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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10/10
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10/10
Communication
9.6/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
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10/10 Excellent
Autumn M.
26 December 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Autumn M.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
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8/10 Good
Carlton W.
7 July 2025
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very good
Carlton W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good
Dave M.
24 June 2025
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Dave M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
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Brent A.
16 February 2026
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Brent A.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2026
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