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Historic 2 bedroom home with wood-burning fireplace and river front views

2.0 star property

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms1794 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Waynesville, NC
  • Place, LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Waynesville Dog Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Waynesville Recreation Center
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪41 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Waynesville

A stay at this vacation home places you in the heart of Waynesville, just a 4-minute walk from LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography and within a 5-minute drive of Shelton House. .This vacation home is 16 mi (25.8 km) from Great Smoky Mountains National Park and 11.9 mi (19.2 km) from Cataloochee Ski Area.

What's nearby

  • LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Waynesville Dog Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Museum of North Carolina Handicrafts - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Waynesville Recreation Center - 2 min drive - 1.5 miles
  • Hazelwood Soap Company - 3 min drive - 1.5 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Frog Level Brewing Co. - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Angelo's Family Pizza & Pasta - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Blue Ridge Beer Hub - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Bocelli's Italian Eatery - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min walk

About this property

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

Historic 2 bedroom home with wood-burning fireplace and river front views

Sassafras Cottage

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Step back in time and experience the rich history of this charming house in Waynesville, NC. Originally built in 1920 as a general store with a large family residing in the back, this unique property has since transformed into an Anglican church, pottery studio, design firm, and now a cozy home. Conveniently located within walking distance to downtown Waynesville and Frog Level, stroll to Main Street and enjoy the beautiful shops, amazing restaurants or take part in one of the many festivals that happen throughout the year.

This single-level home offers a comfortable and inviting space for your stay, with a mix of modern amenities and historic charm. Relax in the living room by the wood-burning fireplace, enjoy a movie night with Netflix streaming, or gather around on the patio for a cozy evening under the stars. The well-equipped kitchen is perfect for preparing meals, and the dining area offers a spacious setting for family dinners or game nights.

Wake up in the beautiful Gateway to the Smokies and stroll down the street for a coffee or make one yourself and enjoy it on the balcony overlooking the river. Whether you're looking to explore the outdoors, play a round of golf, or simply unwind in a peaceful setting, this home has something for everyone. With wheelchair accessibility, step-free access, and a range of thoughtful amenities, including board games, riverfront views, and a fireplace, your stay in Waynesville is sure to be memorable.

Experience the best of Waynesville's historic charm and natural beauty during your stay at this one-of-a-kind vacation rental. Book now and create lasting memories in this special home that has stood the test of time.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.
This rental is located on floor 1.




Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator and a microwave. Conveniences include a coffee/tea maker and a washing machine.
This smoke-free vacation home features books, games, and snowboarding nearby. Recreational activities include hiking/biking trails nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,794 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and 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

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Historic 2 bedroom home with wood-burning fireplace and river front views Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Matt S.

Liked: Cleanliness
The location was great for our favorite spots and plans for our stay. Lots of space and loved the layout. Was nice being next to the river.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We really enjoyed our stay at this historic home. The house is much larger than it appears in the photos with the master bedroom tucked in the back of the house with a deck overlooking the creek. The location allows you to explore all Main Street has to offer but we also enjoyed the Frog level area just outside our door!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

thom a., Chattanooga

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic location, comfortable beds and a great family room where we were able to play cards and Yahtzee in the evenings after some intense golf matches with my son and my nephew. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kylie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, relaxing property in a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eliza W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Riverside Retreat

The charming cottage was cozy and comfortable! We didn't mind that the kitchen had no built in oven /rangetop because there were so many terrific restaurants in walking distance we wanted to try. The countertop microwave & oven were sufficient for our minimal cooking. Our only issue was a malfunctioning dryer - the mgmt responded quickly to our report of and attempted to fix it twice but its probably in need of replacement. Despite that we thoroughly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter M.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

allyson b., Decatur, Ga

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024