Architect-inspired home, Sauna, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Heated Deck, Swings, near AVL

Mars Hill, North Carolina
$695 avg/night Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

Home Cabin

Property Type

Sleep 16

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Welcome to a modern retreat in the heart of the rural Appalachian, 20 mins south to downtown Asheville, Biltmore Estate and 10 mins from the ski slopes of Hatley Pointe. This unique home combines the rustic charm of tobacco barns with the understated elegance of Nordic design, creating a modest yet breathtaking experience. It is perfect for relaxation, creating memories or special occasions.

Architected by an award winning designer, with carefully selected natural materials, the home creates a warm, inviting atmosphere that is humble yet stunning. Nature's beauty is reflected in the simplicity and authenticity of the space. The spacious living areas feature large windows that frame picturesque views of the surrounding mountains, allowing you to feel connected to nature at all times.
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What recent guests have said:
★ Beautiful inside and out and just a magical getaway
★ This is the coolest house I've ever seen in my entire life!
★ Lovely stay. Really hope to come back again for longer. The home is so beautiful!
★ We enjoyed how comfortable the space was and all of the amazing touches.
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Amenities:
☀ Sauna
☀ Hot Tub
☀ Fire Pit
☀ Radiant heated bathroom floors
☀ Heated Deck: 6 Commercial radiant outdoor heaters during winter
☀ Arcade Games
☀ Ping Pong
☀ Hammocks, Swings
☀ Ooni Pizza Oven
☀ Kamadojoe Big Joe Grill
☀ Weber Genesis High Performance Propane Grill
☀ Thermador Indoor Gas Oven
☀ Indoor Gas Fire Place
☀ 75 TV's and soundbars
☀ Outdoor movie screen and projector

Location
☀ Near a creek on two acres of private land, this home is 4 minutes from Hwy 26 and 6 mins from grocery stores, restaurants, coffee and more,
☀ Quick access to Pisgah National Forest for hiking, scenic views, bike trails, horseback riding
☀ 20 minutes to Asheville (Biltmore Estate, River Arts, dining, shopping, micro-breweries)
☀ 20 minutes to tubing, skiing, zip-lining, and rafting
☀ 20 mins to hiking via the Sam's Gap entrance of the Appalachian Trail
☀ 30 minutes to Blue Ridge Parkway, with many hiking trails, waterfalls
☀ 7 minutes to Mars Hill (University, food, yoga studios, grocery, gas, dining, coffee, art)

The space
* 4 bedrooms | 3 1⁄2 bathrooms | 7 beds (2 king, 3 queen, 2 twin) + 2 sleeper couches | Sleeps 16
* 2,800 square feet on 2 levels, 3 bedrooms upstairs require stairs
* Includes heated outdoor covered porches with entertainment and amenities
* 2 dens/media rooms, 2 x 75 TV's with Sonos sound systems. Apple TV and Android Play for the big football games and Netflix
* 3 private bedrooms + bonus bunk room for teen suite/flex use + 2 dens with sleeping space
* 2 private work desks, include a widescreen HD monitor
* Fully stocked kitchen and pantry with cooking utensils, cutlery
* Coffee Bar with espresso machine, keurig, french press, tea and more
* Kitchen appliances(blender, air fryer, microwave, toaster etc.)
* Gas grill with propane tank, pizza oven with grilling tools
* Outdoor fire pit by the creek
* Radiant floor heated bathrooms
* Radiant heat for mixed use outdoor spaces
* Concrete kitchen countertops
* Washer, Dryer
* Towels, linens, soap, essentials
* Spices, kitchen essentials
* 1 pet max, non-shedding, housebroken, under 40 lbs, please add to reservation. Please contact host with questions.
* Quiet Policy: This home is in a private, quiet, rural neighborhood. Parties, loud music/noise, and unruly behavior are prohibited and will result in eviction. Guests are expected to respect the neighbors and the peace this mountain retreat area affords.
* Quiet hours outdoors must be adhered to 7 days a week: 10:00 PM - 8:00 AM.
* Parking for 6 cars max
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Spend your days exploring the nearby hiking trails, taking in the fresh mountain air, and ending your evenings relaxing on the porches while enjoying the hot tub, movie rooms and other modern comforts. The home offers a unique and elevated lifestyle that combines luxury with appreciation for nature while enjoying a private yoga retreat, bachelor / bachelorette getaway, or family reunion. The open and flexible floor plan allows seamless flow and invites conversations to flourish, making it perfect for spending time with family and friends.

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Feature Features

  • SKI

    Close To Skiing
  • PETS

    2 Total (up To 20 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Welcoming Dogs Only
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Energy-saving Switches Unit Size: 2822 Sq Ft (262 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Ice Maker Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 25+ Mbps
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Firepit Gas Grill
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub Sauna
  • BATHROOMS

    3.5 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shower Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Computer Monitor Desk Desk Chair Office
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Fitness Facilities Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Horse Riding Nearby Kayaking Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Mountain Climbing Nearby Rafting Nearby Rock Climbing Nearby Snowmobiling Nearby Water Tubing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Arcade/game Room Books Games Stereo Table Tennis Video Games Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room Wood Stove
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Dinnerware Highchair Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Village In The Mountains Near A Health Or Beauty Spa
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Change Of Bedsheets (on Request) Change Of Towels (on Request) Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Handrails In Stairways Hardwood Flooring In Public Areas If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. Smoke-free Property Stair-free Path To Entrance Upper Floors Accessible By Stairs Only

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 16

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Review Review

  • Natasha R.

    Submitted Sep 27, 2025

    Stayed Sep 23, 2025

    This home was absolutely amazing - truly outstanding in every way! From the moment we walked in, it felt warm, welcoming, and spotless. Every detail was thought of, making our stay so comfortable and stress-free. The space was perfect for our group, with plenty of room to relax, cook, and spend time together. The location was ideal, quiet yet close to everything we needed. We honestly loved every part of this stay and can’t wait to come back again!

  • Scott W.

    Submitted Mar 24, 2025

    Stayed Mar 16, 2025

    The home is located in a quiet peaceful small town. It is about 25 minutes from Ashville which was very convenient. The home is located just minutes from a grocery store and several family owned resturants.The host answered all of my questions very quickly and the check in and out process was very simple. We stayed with several other families and the house was large enough that we each had our own seperate bedrooms with independant temperature controls.The arcade games and ping pong tables were great for entertaining the children. Three grills and a great stove was greatly appreciated and made cooking on vacation easy and fun.A unique home with plenty of amenities. restaurants.

  • allyson C.

    Submitted Sep 29, 2024

    Stayed Sep 19, 2024

    We were not prepared for the WOW factor of this home! The amenities were many, the beds were sumputuous, the kitchen had every gadget/utensil a chef could imagine and the decor was cozy/modern/rustic/chic. We felt at home as soon as we opened our eyes on our first full day. Make sure you plan to spend some quality time AT THE HOUSE to take advantage of the hot tub, sauna, shuffleboard, infinity table, ping pong table, and cozy nooks for reading. During our 7 day stay, cut short by Helene :(, we only left a few times for dining, tours or walks around Asheville. Grocery store is close by with a great selection of food for cooking at home! If you want to totally relax and truly get away from it all, this is the place! Nik was incredible to communicate with, very prompt. We had many questions when we arrived about light switches, wifi connectivity, and how to use some technology and he was right on it!

  • Alice I.

    Submitted Aug 17, 2024

    Stayed May 23, 2024

    I spent a month searching for a place in the Asheville area that would be the perfect place for my brother and I to get 'the cousins' together and when I finally came across this one, though outside of town, I knew it had everything and then some to keep us all happy and dare I say, contained?! The grocery is a quick 8 minute drive which we did daily which was how we planned our menus. Asheville is a lovely 20-25 minute drive which we made to enjoy brinch at the Blackbird (they take resies which was a relief for our party of 8) and happened upon an art festie; score! Everything from the hot tub to the hanging swings to the ping pong table to the kids quarters to the spa-like linens and decor upstairs...it was truly a retreat. Pro Tip: dibs the upstairs queen room with the balcony and open up that door and prepare yourself for the best sleep among the trees you'll ever have. Anyhoo, hoping to make it an annual tradition...

  • David K.

    Submitted Aug 1, 2024

    Stayed Jul 27, 2024

    This is definitely a one of a kind VRBO! It’s packed with lots of amenities both for indoor and outdoor living. My family and I take an annual trip to the NC mountains and this by far was the best place we have ever stayed. Its location is very convenient to Asheville and the Blue Ridge Parkway. We enjoyed visiting several of the small towns in close proximity but more than anything we enjoyed our time together at this perfect retreat.

  • cory j.

    Submitted Jul 3, 2024

    Stayed Jun 16, 2024

    My family & I rented this property from 6/16/24-6/19/24 expecting a nice getaway that was close to rafting and Ashville. First, this property looks like a Frank Lloyd Wright home, a stunning, unique design that is incredibly well built & the responsiveness from owner was exceptional (although not always helpful) as well. Unfortunately, our experience was marred by numerous issues that left us feeling frustrated & disappointed. I discovered the lights to the grill area was not working. We had plans for grilling, games etc but could not due to the lights (on a timer) were not coming on. I messaged the owner to which he responded that he would have to “re-trigger” the light sensor remotely. Never worked during our time there. That same night the MB was hot even with the mini split on full blast & the water smelled of sulfur, to which never dissipated. I told the owner we couldn’t sleep in that room due to the AC not working & he asked me to turn the unit off, again, didn’t help. He called a tech to evaluate the mini split, however he only looked at the outside unit & never looked at the inside. The owner advised me to clean the filter on the inside. I did however it did not help the situation at all. At the end of the day, I paid a nice fee per night for a beautiful home that did not live up to the bill due to simple maintenance issues. I do believe that if that place had more care in regards to simple maintenance, we might not have had such a bad experience.

  • John W.

    Submitted Nov 9, 2023

    Stayed Nov 3, 2023

    This was the coolest place we have ever stayed using Vrbo. The house is nothing like you have ever stayed in before. There is equal outdoor space as indoor space. The swing chairs are amazing! The kitchen had so many cooking tools, some I’ve never even seen before. It had everything! The beds were comfortable, and the bathrooms were very nice. We had five people and were extremely comfortable. There was a whole level to the house that we never even used. The TVs are huge and are great for watching sports or a movie. The house is very close to the interstate and was a good location. I really can’t say enough about this place! Just a tip: bring your own bottled water and jugs of water for the 5 coffee makers! Every morning the coffe bar was such a treat! We would LOVE to stay again!

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