Summer has arrived in the mountains and it's been glorious! When you're finished visiting the local attractions, you have a clean, comfortable 398 square foot tiny home to come back to in a very peaceful area. While you're here, plan a visit to the Biltmore Estate to see their fabulous grounds, grand house, winery and restaurants. Browse the unique shops in Asheville and Black Mountain. There is something of interest for everyone. Dine on some of the tastiest, most creative dishes in western North Carolina. There are lots of restaurants, local breweries and wineries that have reopened since the hurricane and all of us would be happy to see you visit our area!
We're 12 miles to downtown Asheville, 20 minutes to the Biltmore. We're only 7 miles to the entrance for the Blue Ridge Parkway, which you can take to the Folk Art Center. For info on trails go to blueridgeparkway.org/hiking. If you go to https://www.nps.gov/blri/planyourvisit/roadclosures.htm, and scroll down, there is updated information on what parts of the parkway are open/closed. There are sections in VA that are also in the list, You have to scroll through the list to find the sections in our area. The folk art center Is a "must see" when you're in the area. They are open Mon-Sat 11-5. They have a museum, crafts from all over Appalachia, and craft exhibitions. If you'd like to see the local wildlife, we are about 9 miles from the Western North Carolina Nature Center, which has reopened, and looking forward to visitors. The center is 42 acres and has more than 60 animal species. They are open 7 days a week from 10-3:30, but the park remains open until 4:30. The on-site ticket sales are now cashless. You can buy them online, or in person with debit/credit/prepaid cards. The new directions are listed on their homepage, with several routes, depending on where you are coming from.
Hiking trails abound in western North Carolina and you can find many of them on the Parkway. There are trails for all skill levels. Dupont State Recreational Forest. Hurricane Helene has changed the current availability to access all of the hiking trails and parking lots. If you are planning on visiting there, please go to https://www.ncagr.gov/divisions/nc-forest-service/state-forests/dupont-state-recreational-forest. They have comprehensive details listing trails, parking lots, rest rooms, etc. conditions and availability. They also have several sets of directions depending on where you are coming from. If you are planning to go, it's best to make sure, before you leave, that you have that information. Cell service can be spotty in that area.
When you stay at our guest house, you'll have your own private back yard to enjoy. It's fenced in for your privacy, and for your dog to enjoy if they're travelling with you. There's a gas grill and wood burning fire pit, we even supply the wood.
All linens, towels, face clothes, paper products, spices, silverware, pots, pans, glassware and dinnerware are ready and waiting. Our water is from a well and has a fluctuating iron/mineral content. It can sometimes have an off color or odor. It is not harmful, but we do supply bottled drinking water for those not used to well water.
We welcome well behaved, house trained, small to medium/small breed dogs 25 pounds or under. There is a 2 dog maximum. We do not accept aggressive breeds, cats, or birds, sorry. Feel free to contact us if you'd like to discuss a possible exception for your dog. EVEN THOUGH WE DON'T CHARGE EXTRA FOR DOGS, WE DO REQUIRE THAT YOU TELL US HOW MANY AND WHAT SIZE WHEN REQUESTING TO BOOK.
We live on the property and are here if you need anything. We try to say hi when you check in, but otherwise leave our guests to enjoy their vacation. Thank you so much for looking at our tiny house, we're anxious to start welcoming people back!
Please feel free to contact us with any questions!