Pet Friendly -Secluded Mountain Retreat 20 Min to Downtown Asheville
About this cottage rental
Nestled in Upper Hominy, this lovely cottage for $302 per night is a fantastic choice for your next break. White Squirrel Cottage is a warm and cozy cottage with a cabin feel, located 20 min from downtown Asheville and from the Blue Ridge Parkway. There is a covered and gated back deck for outdoor dining & fur baby enjoyment, and a fire pit with twinkle lights in the trees and a hammock that over-look the stunning pastoral and mountain views. Wild turkey, deer, and sometime fox are often spotted in the field! The master suite is on the main level and offers a tile shower, double vanity, and premium linens. Living room has a vaulted ceiling and a stone fireplace (we supply the firewood and lighters). There is laundry on the main level as well, and the kitchen looks out over the view. Upstairs is an open loft with a TV, game system for the kids, and a queen sleeper sofa. Two bedrooms on the upper level share a full bath with a tub. One bedroom has a queen sized bed and the other has a triple bunk bed for younger family members. The kitchen is fully stocked and all linens are provided. Supplies for s'mores and wood for campfire in the fire pit are provided as well! We welcome your well-behaved pets and want them to have as good a time as you do! Civid safety note: We have installed a special air purification system on the heating and air system to help keep our guests as safe as possible! You can read about the unit here: https://www.gemaire.com/phenomenal-aire-r6-0-r-series-6-0-cold-plasma-generator-r6#tab-description We have also trained our cleaning staff in enhanced measures to sanitize the high touch areas between guests. Please feel free to message us with any specific questions or concerns!
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of Upper Hominy, NC
Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(199 Reviews)
5.0
We were in Asheville to go to Biltmore at night. We went about 20 years ago and that was the last time we visited at night. We had just gone up there in about 3 years ago with our son and his family.
We had a great time and loved the house. Someone complained in an earlier review about trees being cut and construction. That is out of the owner's control. They were working behind the house but never started until after 8:30.
Suggestion to anyone who goes to this wonderful, quiet home: Try to get there in the daytime especially if you haven't been in the mountains often. A little tricky at night.
The home was ideal for us and we really didn't need that much space but loved it.
I would highly recommend this to a couple or a family. The fireplace was great! We hope to go back again in the future.
5.0
This was our first time staying here, and we plan on returning! Beautiful view, peaceful, and easy access to both Asheville and Pisgah. Our extended family joined us for a holiday lunch, and it was just perfect for all of us and the meal. One piece of advice. Pay attention to the owners’ directions, or GPS may want to try to take you via a challenging road. :)
5.0
My inlaws and I (7 of us) stayed here together over the Thanksgiving holiday. The layout was perfect so we could all be in the same space, hanging out, cooking, eating, playing games. I was nervous about all of us cooking a Thanksgiving feast in one kitchen, but it had everything we needed and more. The porch and yard were both much used, the leaves had been nicely blown out and edged before we arrived. We also enjoyed a hike, went to a waterfall and popped into the River Arts District while we were in town. Great experience, thank you to our host!
5.0
My family and I had a relaxing weekend. Close to downtown Asheville and other great outdoor activities.
5.0
Lovely property. Very private with a great view. Wonderful wood burning fire place and fire pit with plenty of wood. Nice vibe. Helpful owners.
3.0
Outdoors was beautiful until there were people with chain saws next door cutting down trees for new house all day starting early in morning. Then people showed up behind the house to stake the new hiuse they are building. Not exactly a quiet and calm experinence we expected.
5.0
This was in a really good location. Only a short drive to Asheville and a lot of other cool things to do. The backyard at the house is incredible! Huge selling point for us. Owner left stuff to do s’mores and we did! We saw wild turkeys, a donkey bayed at us every time we came or went, and on the morning before we left we were stunned to see two hot air balloons close enough in the valley to be in ear shot! Just floating by. It was amazing!
5.0
Great location. We followed the suggested day trip and it was lovely! Extremely clean!!
5.0
This home is spectacular! Secluded and quiet, yet close to everything! It’s the perfect place to relax and to have access to all that Asheville has to offer! We enjoyed time outside on the porches, back yard, and fire pit area. This house is super clean, and stocked with everything we needed! We loved being able to bring our dogs with us. The host responded quickly to questions and shared information about the area. Stay here! You won’t be disappointed!
5.0
We loved this home in Candler! The home was spotless, the kitchen was well equipped, the back porch/deck was lovely and the mountain views over grass meadows were spectacular! Our daughter who is 11 really loved the spider swing in the backyard, I wish we had been there in cooler times to take advantage of the firepit and smores supplies that were left for us, a very nice touch. The house has everything one would need and downtown Asheville is a very quick 15-20 minute drive if you want to buzz into town. Thanks so much for hosting, we had an awesome time!
5.0
The home is well appointed and better than described. The view is spectacular, fire pit was awesome and the couch was way to comfortable.
If you’re looking for something in the Asheville area look no further. This place is high on my revisit list.
Do yourself a favor and read the binder left by the owner on the day you check in. It’ll cover just about everything.
5.0
This home was awesome. Everything from check in to check out was easy and amazing!
5.0
this is a beautiful property and a great home with plenty of privacy and incredible views. Felt like a genuine mountain chateau with great amenities.
5.0
Property was easy to find; super clean and had great peaceful outdoor space. Owners were super helpful with questions. Will come back
5.0
Our host was very nice and we loved the little touches such as a bottle of wine and items to make s’more by the outdoor fire pit. Large property with pretty Mountain View’s. Those was clean and had a nicely equipped kitchen.
5.0
Beautiful property, clean and well equipped. Enjoyed the fire pit outside during sunsets and fireplace inside at night. Our dog loves it here as well. Good communication with owners.
5.0
My family has stayed here for many Christmas holidays. Comfortable and convenient.
5.0
Enjoyed everything about this location! The views were relaxing and rejuvenating. The stores and wine were a really nice touch!
5.0
This cottage is nestled in a forest with long range views of the mountains. My wife and are big nature lovers so this was heavenly being surrounded by trees and watching the wildlife. The wood burning fireplace was a big draw for us. There was ample wood for the entire week we stayed there. Sure beats having to buy and haul wood to a rental. We returned home rested and inspired. I would highly recommend this cottage.
5.0
Beautiful setting for a nature getaway. House sits on an amazing open property surrounded by forest and boasts beautiful views. Isolated and private, but conveniently located just a few minutes from the main highway and a few stores. The open floor plan and kitchen were great for a family setting and we loved enjoying our meals on the back porch. Firepit and diskgolf were very nice to enjoy the outdoors. Bedrooms were cozy and cute. Heidi was a great host and communication was prompt and friendly.
5.0
Perfect for an Asheville getaway! The house was nice, views were great and the fire pit put the icing on the cake. We would definitely stay here again and recommend to others.
5.0
We loved the Candler house! Convenient to all the things we wanted to do in and around Asheville. Very clean! Everything was just as pictured and house was well equipped for our stay. I enjoyed the simple things like nice hand soaps in all the bathrooms. Nice extras such as gift basket for S'mores and wine. Fresh eggs were left for us! My kids had so much fun on the swing and we made a camp fire two nights of our stay. Perfect place to be close to everything yet feel away from it all!
5.0
Beautiful setting, with outdoor fire pit, large swing, disc golf baskets
5.0
Beautiful home and the views were fantastic. We will definitely be returning to stay here again.
5.0
We had such a fantastic time. Great views for morning coffee and meals, plenty of space and a well stocked kitchen! Highly recommend!
5.0
Cozy, well equipped home in the woods. Back deck overlooks a bucolic meadow. Beds are comfortable. Just a lovely place
5.0
Property was clean, furniture was very comfortable, and yard was private & large. Although we weren't able to use the fire pit due to the weather, there was plenty of firewood & lots of places to sit. The porch was were we spent most of our time. The grill was large & in very nice condition. The kitchen was amply supplied. The upstairs had a great reading chair & lots of books & games to choose from on the rainy days.
5.0
The house is a gem! It’s about 20 minutes from downtown Asheville yet you feel like you are in a mountain getaway. Beautiful views and the house has everything you need!
4.0
Candler Cabin
The property is beautiful and very well kept. The owner did a nice job of adding small details to make it feel like home. The kitchen had everything we needed. We did feel there were a few things that could be better: a lack of available trash cans throughout the house, the queen bed upstairs was not very comfortable and seemed smaller than a queen, the upstairs doors do not close completely, and there were only 4 towels for the whole family (but 6 beds). Overall, we would stay there again!
5.0
Nice views and comfortable space
We enjoyed the views off the back porch and the house was a very nice space to hang out and relax. The kitchen was well appointed and the living room was comfortable. Everything was very clean. Our only complaint was that the mattresses were a little too soft and could use an upgrade. Otherwise, great property.
5.0
Nice property with a view
Great yard with view for family and pet. Lots of activities both at house and within 30 minute drive. Owner very responsive. Enjoyed our stay in NC!!
5.0
Wonderful Experience
The cabin was beautiful and very clean. There is a great view from the back and we enjoyed the disc golf baskets, deck, and fire pit. Everything was very comfortable and clean. The space worked well for two families. It’s also conveniently located and you can get pretty much anywhere in Asheville in 20 minutes or less. Thank you for sharing your home! We hope to return in the future!
5.0
Great place for our short trip to Asheville
This was the best cottage we have ever rented. The decor and layout are actually even better than online. The house had absolutely everything we needed from kitchen to living room. The back deck has an amazing view. The yard had a ton of things to do! (We love disc golf). To top it off there were no close neighbors! We would highly recommend!
5.0
The property was very well kept. The seclusion was a great benefit of this property
5.0
Awesome place
The property was very well kept. The seclusion was a great benefit of this property
5.0
This was our first trip to a Asheville and we wanted to have a secluded mountain experience while also being close to all of the city stuff. This place was PERFECT for that! The house and property have the most incredible mountain view and it feels like your hours from the city, but are only 15 mins from downtown, attractions, the the historic biltmore area. The property had everything you need, like the view, a fire pit, sitting area, hanging lights in the tree, frisbee golf, ect. The landscaping is also beautiful. The house had everything we needed as well and has very comfortable beds! The owners were extremely responsive and helpful with any Asheville questions we had. I would recommend this place to anyone!
10.0
This was our first trip to a Asheville and we wanted to have a secluded mountain experience while also being close to all of the city stuff. This place was PERFECT for that! The house and property have the most incredible mountain view and it feels like your hours from the city, but are only 15 mins from downtown, attractions, the the historic biltmore area. The property had everything you need, like the view, a fire pit, sitting area, hanging lights in the tree, frisbee golf, ect. The landscaping is also beautiful. The house had everything we needed as well and has very comfortable beds! The owners were extremely responsive and helpful with any Asheville questions we had. I would recommend this place to anyone!
5.0
Perfect place
This was our first trip to a Asheville and we wanted to have a secluded mountain experience while also being close to all of the city stuff. This place was PERFECT for that! The house and property have the most incredible mountain view and it feels like your hours from the city, but are only 15 mins from downtown, attractions, the the historic biltmore area. The property had everything you need, like the view, a fire pit, sitting area, hanging lights in the tree, frisbee golf, ect. The landscaping is also beautiful. The house had everything we needed as well and has very comfortable beds! The owners were extremely responsive and helpful with any Asheville questions we had. I would recommend this place to anyone!
5.0
We loved our stay. The house was well-stocked and very clean. The outdoor space was perfect, the kids loved playing in the yard and we loved the views!
5.0
Great outdoor space!
We loved our stay. The house was well-stocked and very clean. The outdoor space was perfect, the kids loved playing in the yard and we loved the views!
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Upper Hominy?
The average price for a rental in Upper Hominy is $227 per night. This rental is $75 above the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Pet Friendly -Secluded Mountain Retreat 20 Min to Downtown Asheville. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Pet Friendly -Secluded Mountain Retreat 20 Min to Downtown Asheville pet friendly?
Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Pet Friendly -Secluded Mountain Retreat 20 Min to Downtown Asheville?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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