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The Gingerbread Tiny Home

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony or patio

Explore the area

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Mars Hill, NC
  • Place, Upper Laurel Community Center Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Cane River Park
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, Hatley Pointe Ski Resort
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

The Gingerbread Tiny Home

Tucked away in Yancey County, North Carolina, is the Tiny Gingerbread Home.
Here, although not far from the hustle and bustle of town, you can relax inside, while right outside the sunroom is an Aviary, woods, and farmyard.

You can then take off to see the sights and sounds of Asheville's many beautiful craft shops, fine restaurants, and local breweries, go for a day of hiking in the many famous mountain trails in our area, or, in Winter, go skiing at Wolf Ridge Ski Resort which is right above us.

We have lived here on Miller Branch Road in Mars Hill, NC for 25 years now. Saleh, who is also an artist, built the tiny home and I had the joy of decorating it. We began renting with VRBO about ten years ago.

The animals that live here are three pigs and three sheep. There's an aviary of pigeons, ducks, chickens and a goose - - right below the Gingerbread 's picture windows. They are adorable to watch and feed.

My husband and I also live on the property in our home.

We are surrounded by woods and there is a large farmyard you can sit in near a babbling
Creek where the sheep will come to visit you.

The tiny home is ideal for single people because of its size, but for couples, the Tiny Gingerbread can be very romantic, though small.

Also, because we have excellent Wi-Fi, working from home online is convenient.

The Tiny Gingerbread is ideal for traveling nurses. We are 28.8 minutes from Mission Hospital in Asheville, 23.3 miles from
Blueridge Hospital in Spruce Pine, and 24 miles from Greenville Hospital in Tennessee.

Our location is unique. We are right below a ski resort. We are seven minutes from the highway and are central to Asheville, Mars Hill, and the quaint town of Burnsville. North Asheville is twenty minutes away, while Mars Hill is ten minutes, and Burnsville is fifteen.

About our road : Miller Branch Rd is a hard-packed gravel - dirt road that's not steep nor curvy. Four wheel drives are not necessary, but the most comfortable cars to drive on the road are cars with medium to high clearance such as SUVs and small trucks. Low clearance cars are highly discouraged. We are just a half mile up from the asphalt road called Fox Creek.

So come and have a stay here, at the Tiny Gingerbread!



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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:30 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking allowed outside.

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Property # 4567163
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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Mars Hill

Mars Hill is home to this cabin. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Pisgah National Forest and Lamar Alexander Rocky Fork State Park, while Parkway Playhouse and Dry Ridge Historical Museum are cultural highlights.
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Mars Hill, NC

What's nearby

  • Upper Laurel Community Center Park - 12 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Cane River Park - 12 min drive - 13.8 km
  • Appalachian Trail Sams Gap Trailhead - 16 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Sams Gap - 16 min drive - 20.6 km
  • Hatley Pointe Ski Resort - 17 min drive - 13.0 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Little Creek Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Smoke & Timber - ‬19 min drive
  • ‪Mary B's Bar - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Bennett's Pit Bar-B-Que - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Mountaintop Grill - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Gingerbread Tiny Home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at The Gingerbread Tiny Home ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Gingerbread Tiny Home ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Gingerbread Tiny Home ?

Checkout is at 12:30 PM.

Where is The Gingerbread Tiny Home located?

Situated in Mars Hill, this cabin is within 12 miles (20 km) of Sams Gap, Hatley Pointe Ski Resort and Pisgah National Forest. Parkway Playhouse and Lamar Alexander Rocky Fork State Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R.

Amazing experience

This place was lovely and quaint, and Jacki and Saleh were the most thoughtful and wonderful hosts. We really plan on coming back here.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
Having Amanda and Logan as guests was a lovely experience for us! They are a warm and friendly couple and we could tell that they enjoyed the little adventure of being here at the Enchanting FarmYard. Our only complaint - - their stay was too short. We hope they return one day with a little more time on their hands!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi C.

Fairy Tale Cottage

How enchanting this place was from the quaint cabin filled with antiques to the animals. Jacqui and Saleh were wonderful, the sweetest hosts with wonderful stories. We loved this place and can't wait to go back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
Somtimes being a host affords you the opportunity to meet special people. This was one of those times. Jodi and her mom Jean are very dear and we became immediate friends! My husband also enjoyed being their host and appreciated their warmth and friendliness. Our hope is to see them again one day! Thanks girls!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany J.

Absolutely serene!

We loved the look and feel of this lovely little cottage. Owners were kind and hospitable. Very comfortable and cozy. A little off the beaten path...just what we needed to get away from it all. Close to shopping if needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
It was a joy to have Tiffany, Jayden, and Gordon here for what was too short of a stay. Jayden was precious - - and how we loved the canolies they made and shared! It would be lovely if they can ever make their way back to us! We really loved being their hosts.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marissa J.

Perfect getaway

This was such a whimsical and unique place to stay. It was clean, cozy, and relaxing. The hosts were so warm and gracious. They were present, but not at all intrusive. I loved the ambiance and the sweet animals. We will definitely be returning, hopefully for a longer visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
What a lovely couple Mike and Marissa are! We were so happy they could spend a quick visit here! Friendly, warm and energetic, they were a joy to host--we're hoping to see them again with their son next time!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine R.

Relaxing and fun!

We Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at this location. The apartment was really nice with plenty of room. The owners were both gracious and helpful. The animals on the property were great fun. The time flew by so quickly, we were headed back home before we knew it. Will definitely be back to visit with our new friends, human and animal!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
How lovely it was to have Elaine and her sister Karol visit! What a fun pair of sisters - - I felt as though I knew them all of my life! They especially loved the sheep - - Lucy in particular - - our old big sheep and I could tell that Lucy missed them when they left. Yes, it was a real joy to host Elaine and Karol - - we so hope that they return one day!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

Relaving

We loved the critters. Nothing like drinking coffee and watching ducks chase each other around. The cottage is very cozy. Jackie and Sully are very sweet. I would recommend this for a weekend get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
Jason and Karen 's visit here was an adventure - - they arrived in a snow storm - - and really enjoyed it! They are a lovely couple and hopefully will return one day in milder weather.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

KIMBERLY B.

Diamond in the foothills

The enchanting farmyard was simply spectacular! It was the perfect long weekend getaway for my husband and me. Jacki and Saleh were the perfect hosts and the property was delightful. We woke up daily to the sounds of the babbling brook and when we stepped outside to the patio, the sheep greeted us. We felt nourished and refreshed by the tranquil setting and recommend it to others looking for a romantic getaway.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
Kimberly and Keith were more than lovely to host - - what a kind, charming, beautiful couple they are--they made my day the second they got out of the car! I do hope they can return one day, they are the ideal guests. Yes, it would be a joy to see them someday again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joseph C.

Just wonderful!!!

The cottage is everything we were hoping for! It was snowing on our drive in and the place looked like a fairytale when we arrived. The owners are very personable and sweet. The room was very clean. Our children loved feeding the sheep off of our porch. Nothing but wonderful things to say about this vacation. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
What a joy it was to meet Joe, Jenny, Bella, and Corz! Such a lovely enthusiastic family, it's as though the Enchanting Cottage was made for them! The only complaint I have is that I missed their departure so I'm hoping that they do return one day for a little longer stay!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle W.

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

Magical

The entire house and experience felt like it was out of a movie. Jacki and her husband were extremely kind and welcoming. You do not need a four wheel drive to reach the house, you just need to drive a bit slower. Overall great experience and close to several hiking destinations.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
Michelle and Ron are a precious young couple and we are so glad that we had the opportunity to Host them! They enjoyed hiking and just hanging out in the Cottage - - how lovely it would be to see them again one day - - and they left the Cottage immaculate! These are the kind of people we appreciate!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol L.

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

Stepping out of the fast pace of life

Saleh & Jackie were the perfect pair to host such an enchanting cottage get away. My daughter Maggie and I were "hooked" before we even got inside the gate. The cottage is exactly as pictured, and we loved it. We enjoyed the back porch and the tranquility of the creek. Getting to know all the animals was great, and feeding the sheep was delightful. We had everything we needed for a refreshing and renewing get away, ...we can't wait to go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
What a delightful Mother and Daughter team! It was lovely meeting Carol and Maggie - - hugs at first sight! We do have one complaint though - - we didn't get to spend enough time with them! But hopefully, we'll see them again one day! Loved their visit! 💖
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane V.

Fun, Friendly, Warm and Kind Retreat!

My son's and I wanted a stress free comfortable weekend retreat and we found the accommodations perfect! We were greeted by sweet friendly pets and a warm and welcoming couple. Jacki and Saleh are wonderful hosts. They are warm and generous and kind. We will return with my youngest son next time. He will LOVE visiting Wilber the pet pig, Leo and friendly sheep and his siblings and of course Jacki and Saleh!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
Having Diane and her two sons Emerson and James here for the weekend was a joy! What kind, thoughtful people - - and what a joy it was to see their love for the animals! We can't wait to see them again - - Wilbur, Leo, all the sheep, dogs, cats and birds agree!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam and Frank O.

Welcoming and cozy!

Critters by the Creek made for a wonderful 2 night stay. The location was a convenient homebase to explore the Asheville area. Easy drives to Weaverville (cute little main street-don't miss Well Bred Bakery and Blue Mtn Pizza-more than pizza-great brewery), and downtown area, south slope breweries of Asheville. The hosts are wonderful-attentive, but not intrusive. Plus you have to love anybody who's rescuing animals!! Very nice couple. The animals added to the whole experience-I had never been around sheep much-didn't realize how personable they are. Would recommend highly!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
Having Pam and her dear friends here was a delight! Their appreciation for the animals touched my heart and they sure stayed busy for just two short days - - looking forward to seeing the girls again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve G.

One of a kind. Make a real life memory!

Saleh and Jacki were like something you have never experienced before. They were really nice and accommodating. Such a unique and special place. Sheep, ducks, dogs, cats, 30 other assorted birds, most of them rescues. Wonderful area to explore and my Camry made it up the driveway- no problem. We will be back! The stream runs right under your feet on the deck. Steve & Biggi
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
One of the loveliest things about hosting our vacation rental is that, every now and then, you get to meet people that become very special to you - - Steve and Biggi became special to us. We appreciated their warmth and honest friendliness - - and we loved their enthusiasm for our little holler in the mountains. We hope they will make returning here a part of their lives again and again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey H.

Unbelievable place. More of an experience than a place to stay. Best rental by far.

We loved the animals, the farm, the cozy enchanted cottage. But most of all we enjoyed Saleh and Jackie. They are the the friendliest people . We will always cherish there slice of heaven on earth. We are already looking at our calendars and planning on returning for a longer stay. Asheville was a mere twenty minute drive. But I promise , you will look forward to returning back to the cottage as much as you will your explorations around the area. We rated this place five stars, but could have easily given it ten stars if allowed. Thanks again to you both. You are shining examples of how the world should be.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
Geoffrey and Christy are such a special couple - - I knew that as soon as they arrived! When Christy walked into the cottage and said "It's so vintage - - it's me", I knew that they would appreciate all that we are trying to share here - and they did--and that touched us deeply! Geoffrey and Christy are a warm, enthusiastic, adorable couple that we hope to see again and again. We really appreciated them!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamie S.

We showed up as guest and left as family!

If you're looking for a get away from reality this is definitely the place to go. Jacki and Selah are by far the kindest people you will ever meet. We stayed one weekend and before we left that Sunday we made plans for the following weekend. There is absolutely nothing I'd change about this place. Ask Selah about his famous handy work in the kitchen... Delicious! We even donated our pot belly pig to their collection of animals. We will definitely be back sooner than later. We love you Jacki and Selah. Love Jamie & Tierany
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
Just like Jamie and Tierney said, we have found new family members - - and - - to top it all off - - we now have Wilbert Arnold - - our new little pot belly piglet - - and he's a house pig! We are thrilled and look forward to many more visits with our new friends!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy K.

Magical and peaceful place to stay!!

Critters by the creek is beyond amazing!! Jacki and Saleh are such wonderful hosts. They are so warm and welcoming.They gave us privacy but were always available to answer a question or just have a chat. They made our stay so enjoyable. We absolutely loved all the animals. It was so cool having the sheep right outside the porch. We loved their company. The cats and dogs and birds made it so special. We all loved them especially our daughter!! It was the highlight of her trip!! The cottage was cozy and inviting and just perfect for the three of us. We loved exploring the land and playing in the creek. We saw several deer and many other critters! I can’t say enough about how much we enjoyed our stay! And we can’t wait to return next year!! Thank you so much Jacki and Saleh!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
How truly special it was to have Christy, Kevin, and Shay here for their vacation! To see how much they enjoyed the animals and even explore the Creek was really heartwarming. We really hope they make our home their home away from home - - what a special family!
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert P.

comfortable, everything you need

We had a 2 night stay and were only there overnight and early evenings. Property owners (Jacki and Saleh) were kind and thoughtful, made sure we had everything we needed. The place is clean, with a comfortable bed, small kitchen area and table, plenty of room to sit. The place itself is on the eccentric side, and if you don't like animals in close proximity probably not good. But the slight scent from the goat barn was noticeable only a couple of times when we were sitting on the deck 20 feet from it, so all in all pleasant. The little creek is cool and makes a sweet sound day and night. Their dogs are friendly but not intrusive. Wifi worked just fine. It was totally quiet. We felt safe and comfortable, so easy to recommend it if you want something off the beaten path.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
The Pendergasts were a nice couple. I was so happy when they booked because they were attending a"Wild Goose Festival ", so I thought they must be animal lovers. Evidently, they're not. If they had read the description of our place they would have known that there are four sheep (not GOATS) that come up to the porch to be fed and pet, and that our place is a lot about the animals. I think they came only because of the close proximity of our cottage to the event they were attending and didn't bother to read our description. We appreciate the review they gave us but really, there is nothing eccentric about our little place if you love animals(the sheep have no smell), nature, and beauty.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madyson H.

Beautiful, quaint, and lovely animals

My husband and I spent almost a week here and loved it. Jacki and Saleh are gracious and kind hosts. They even gave us a gift bag for our anniversary! They were always nearby and ready to help but not obtrusive or obnoxious. The home is quaint and cute. Bed is comfortable, bathroom is nice (hot shower, clean towels and linens). The kitchenette works well for small meals. The back patio is great with a beautiful breakfast bar overlooking the creek and a seating area. The sheep are right off the back patio (which we loved!) They loved to be pet and fed. The area is not hard to find, the road up to the home is dirt but we did fine in a Camry. It’s about a half hour from Asheville on highway, 1.5 hours from Cherokee and Cataloochee Valley, 2 hours from Gatlinburg, and 20 minutes from Mount Mitchell. Location was decent but I’d probably choose to stay more south next time closer to Cherokee because we were primarily interested in the Smokies. But this home was definitely worth it. If you enjoy animals or petting zoos, this is a perfect place. I fed and pet the sheep every morning and night. They have dogs and cats to pet. And plenty of ducks, geese, chickens, etc to watch. The creek is gorgeous and we loved listening it it. We loved our stay and appreciated our gracious hosts. We would love to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
Madyson and Caleb are a precious young couple who celebrated their 3rd anniversary right here, in the Enchanting Cottage where "love lives". It was a joy to host them, even though they stayed so busy each day going here and there. Madyson especially loved the sheep, and you could see the sheep knew it! And Caleb is a gentle devoted husband - - so refreshing to see! I truly loved Madyson's adorable laugh! I really appreciate how clean they kept the cottage. I hope they visit again one day!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

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

NC Mountains

My stay at gingerbread farm was delightful and comfortable. Definitely a home away from home. Jacki and Saleh are the kindest, most nurturing couple I've ever met. I stayed for much of the month of March at the outbreak of covid19 and they helped me to listen to the facts and keep balanced. I love the animals and feeding them was a joy. I will be back as soon as I can, hopefully this fall. Thank you friends.
Stayed 27 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey H.

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

Return visit with friends

Always a pleasure to return to our favorite rental. Jackie and Saleh are becoming an extended part of our family. We absolutely cherish their friendship. We look forward to coming home a few times each year. We can not say enough nice things about their mission, beautiful home they have built, or their kindness. Thank you for always welcoming us back. See you again soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
This is the most enchanting place we have ever visited. A storybook cottage with the best neighbors an animal-lover could ask for! After our first visit in 2018 we new we needed to return. The homeowners are a delight!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela S.

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

Love it

I have stayed here server all times now. Love it so much. Owners are awesome and so friendly. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lena B.

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

Perfect place to regroup and relax.

My stay was wonderful as usual. I found this property about 5 years ago when I wanted to ski at Wolf mountain. I stay that year can you back the following year with my daughter and now I've come back so many times I've lost count. This place is a of beautiful magical piece of heaven. Sometimes you need it Hilton and sometimes you need the mountains. If you need the mountains This is beyond perfect. Also the landlords or such beautiful souls.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mylina J.

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

Fantastic, going back!

Everything was perfect! Loved watching the animals and Jacki out there feeding them! Such a sweet place to spend Christmas week! We’ll back Jacki! XOXO
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jean H J.

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

Feels like coming home!

Our second visit here with Jacki and Sal. My son and husband and I LOVE this little spot so much! Jacki and Sal again made us feel so welcomed! Peaceful and quite place with only the creek and noise from the animals!!! Our son was so excited when he found out how we were going again. He loves those animals and Jacki and Sal are so good to all of us by sharing their animals with us too! Our cottage was clean and felt just like coming back to "Mama's ". Decorated with items throughout that seem to have a story to tell. We were able to leave the old day to day grind and just relax here in this special place. Third visit is going to be in the Spring and we are already looking forward to coming back and staying with our friends Jacki and Sal...Can't wait to see all the beautiful flowers in bloom! If you are looking for a unique experience and love animals, this little cottage will not disappoint you!!! Thank you Jacki and Sal for making our stay so magical again and we will see you in the Spring!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

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