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Escape to your cozy Mars Hill Cottage, near Asheville

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Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, books
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 31100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
The current price is $207
$185 nightly
$207 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jun 22 - Jun 23

Explore the area

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Mars Hill, NC
  • Place, Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Marshall Nature Sanctuary
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Place, French Broad River
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Mars Hill

Located in Mars Hill, this cottage is in the mountains, a 4-minute drive from Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre and 9 minutes from Pisgah National Forest. .This ski cottage is 7.5 mi (12 km) from Marshall Nature Sanctuary and 8.4 mi (13.5 km) from French Broad River.

What's nearby

  • Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Marshall Nature Sanctuary - 12 min drive - 7.8 miles
  • French Broad River - 13 min drive - 8.9 miles
  • Flow - 16 min drive - 10.3 miles
  • Upper Laurel Community Center Park - 16 min drive - 13.9 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ingles Market - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hickory Nut Gorge Craf - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Fiesta - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Smokin Joe Lasher - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Escape to your cozy Mars Hill Cottage, near Asheville

Nestled in the heart of Mars Hill, this charming 2-bedroom cottage offers a cozy retreat for your next vacation. Surrounded by the stunning Pisgah National Forest, just a 9-minute drive away, and the serene French Broad River, a 12-minute drive, you'll be immersed in the natural beauty of the region. Inside, you'll find a fully stocked kitchen with a stove, oven, refrigerator, and all the necessary appliances, perfect for whipping up delicious meals. Unwind in the living room, curl up by the fireplace, or enjoy a movie on the smart TV’s. Stay connected with the free WiFi, and take care of your laundry with the in-unit washer and dryer. The cottage also features essential amenities like a bathroom with towels and basic soaps, an iron and board, and climate control for your comfort. Step outside to the porch, relax by the fire pit, or enjoy the outdoor furniture. Whether you're seeking a cozy retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, this charming cottage in Mars Hill has everything you need for an unforgettable vacation.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
After a day on the slopes, enjoy recreational amenities, which include ski-in/ski-out access.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Any guests beyond the number listed on your itinerary will be charged a penalty.
We reserve the right to terminate your stay without refund if you exceed the maximum occupancy (3 guests)
The cottage and gardens are for the use of the registered guests only!!

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Escape to your cozy Mars Hill Cottage, near Asheville Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 139 out of 149 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 149 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 149 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 149 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 149 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a wonderful stay at this cottage! It is comfortable and has everything we needed to relax and enjoy our family time together. The property & area is quiet and a nice place to unwind. Convenient short drive to Mars Hill university. We felt right at home and would definitely love to come back again!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicky R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were very graciousy welcomed by our hosts who also were kind enough to provde us with some goodies as well. This was our second stay at this charming cottage. We enjoyed the peace and quiet and only wished we could have sat on the covered porch while we were there. Would highly recommend and hope to return again soon.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mai Linh N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We wish we had more time in our trip to enjoy this super cute cottage. The property was nice and cozy, clean and had personal touches like a welcome basket and usable items for ease of stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great! The host, Amber Englebrecht, did an outstanding job of preparing the home and staying in contact to ensure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Billy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property met our needs perfectly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Edna F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was awesome and very attentive. The house is a very small farmhouse, but was stocked with everything that we needed during our stay. It was very cute.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Beth M.

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

Very nice place to stay

Nice place very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue J.

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

Great Stay

I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at this property. It is centrally located as I was in the area house hunting. House had everything necessary for a comfortable stay and it was super clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

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

Wonderful little place to stay!

This little house was so cute and cozy! Absolutely wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marsha G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely love this house. I recommend it to anybody who wants to visit Mars Hill. It is so peaceful, and well appointed and very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chrissy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and cozy and in a gorgeous spot.Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Seana P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and clean. There was a nice welcome basket with a personalized card and beverages. Lots of windows and light, and very peaceful surroundings.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jodie t.

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

Perfect!

Nice, easy, comfortable stay. We will definitely be back when we're in the area again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gwen O.

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

Calm serene peaceful cottage

so-relaxing!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Candi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I truly appreciated the fully equipped kitchen. All our concerns were addressed promptly. Very comfortable.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host communicated extremely well with us especially considering she was on vacation herself. All our needs were met. Cottage was very clean, comfortable and quiet. Only neighbors we saw were deer.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was beautiful and charming. We had everything we needed for a great stay. We were in a quiet area, just what we needed for a relaxing getaway. Plenty of things to do within driving distance. Just 30 minutes away from the Biltmore, and zipplining was 20 minutes away at Navitat. Property is well maintained and communication was excellent. The property managers went above and beyond.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Randy P.

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

Great Getaway

Very relaxing laid back perfect size house for me and my wife. Coffee on the front porch in the morning listening to birds and enjoying the sunrise. Beds were comfortable. We can't wait to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S.

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

Beautiful quiet location

This was a great place to stay! Very well maintained and cleaned. A little tricky to find if you arrive after dark, but not a huge challenge at all. Very cute surrounding town with small businesses.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anand P.

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

Great getaway!

We had a great stay at the house. Host was very friendly and made sure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wayne K.

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

Mountain trip

We had a great stay at this quiet Mars Hill Cabin. Loved the fire pit area!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vicky R.

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

Cozy cottage stay

A very cozy cottage, decorated nicely, offering peace and serenity in a country setting. Perfect for us. Would highly recommend and hooe to return soon.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephanie R.

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

Beautiful little farm house

Well appointed vacation rental.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023