Location: Asheville, Smoky Mountains, North Carolina, USA
Accommodations: Estate, 5 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 5.5 Baths (Sleeps 10)
Keywords: Luxury Estate, Pet-friendly, green construction, hiking trails, eco-friendly, nature, hiking, private, quiet
This incredible 215 acre estate, complete with 5 bedroom 7800 square foot lodge, will delight and intrigue you and your guests. Enjoy this unique opportunity to experience life in this tranquil, natural paradise.
Located within a 25 minute enjoyable drive to Asheville, Laughing Frog is surrounded by thousands of acres of forests, with miles of private hiking trails, numerous creeks meandering through the property, a gorgeous koi pond filled with water lilies and lotus, where hundreds of frogs congregate to lull you to sleep at night with their sweet music. Enjoy your private tennis court, gaming room with billiard table and 60 inch home theater screen, fully equipped gourmet kitchen with commercial Wolf Stove, and waterfall just outside your front door.
This lovely home was designed in the style of the summer adirondack 'cottages' of upstate New York, with flowing grand rooms. The grandeur is reminiscent of the Biltmore house and Richmond Hill Inn, but with the down-home comfort of the Ponderosa. Built using many local materials, it has beautiful features such as walnut, oak, and granite flooring, antique paneling from England and 200 year old stained-glass windows from one of the huge Rhode Island Seaport mansions, post and beam construction, soaring ceilings, and woodwork and stonework that took master craftsmen years to complete. You will luxuriate in the large, comfortable furniture, many of which are antiques, and wander through the sunroom, library, living room, great room, gaming room, huge kitchen and dining room, and 5 bedrooms. There are also numerous terraces, balconies, and porches to enjoy. There are so many wonderful spaces it is sometimes difficult to decide which one you want to be in!
The property is secluded and safe, with a full time caretaker nearby should you need anything. It is very close to many of the best things the Asheville area offers, such as art studios, galleries and museums, wonderful shopping, incredible restaurants featuring gourmet meals and outdoor dining areas, water sports such as rafting,tubing and kayaking, amazing private hiking trails, hotsprings, spas, and some very charming small towns, complete with cafes and antique stores.
The house has highspeed wireless internet, and a 58' HD home theater with dishnetwork. It is not often that a home of this quality is offered as a vacation rental. It was built over time, lovingly and thoughtfully. You will never want to leave.
Begin your day with a cup of gourmet coffee, sipped in the incredible sunroom which overlooks the many ridges of mountains to the south. Wander down to the private tennis court, built by our area's famous Gary Whalen, and drink in the serenity in this natural paradise. Hike on the 5 miles of private trails that meander through the mountains, then soak in the outdoor jacuzzi, completely private. You will be amazed at the tranquility and quietness, with no sounds of the outer world to disturb you. We are delighted to supply you with fresh vegetables as available from the property's working greenhouse and gardens, and fruit from the orchard.
Drive the short distance to stores, shopping, outdoor cafes, museums, or spend the day lazing in one of the cozy nooks in the home itself. Enjoy the best that the mountains have to offer in this incredible vacation rental, absolutely the finest that the Asheville area has to offer. The home was chosen for the photo shoot for Lowe's 2008 outdoor Catalogue, and featured in the October 2009 article "A lap of Luxury Southern Style: Five Star Relaxation in America" by Travel World International Magazine.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided : Luxurious linens, 1000 Thread Count sheets, excellent mattresses and bedding
- Washer : Brand-new Front-loading washer.
- Dryer : Brand-new Front-loading Dryer.
- Garage
- Covered Parking
- Off Street Parking
- Beds
- King Bed (2)
- Queen Bed (2)
- Twin/Single Bed (2) : one bedroom can be two twins, or one king, your preference.
- Entertainment
- Jetted Tub in Bath : Garden tub, without jets,in Master bath. Jetted hot tub is outdoors on the rear terrace.
- Private Hot Tub : Teak hot tub is located on the back deck.
- Cable/Satellite TV (4) : Flat-screen Televisions are located in the gaming room, sunroom, library and bedroom.
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : Hundreds of dvds available.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Pool Table
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available : We work with several private chefs who can come to the estate and prepare a fabulous dinner for you.
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : Stainless steel Weber grill
- Deck/Patio (2)
- Balcony
- Lanai
- Gazebo
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone (4)
- Free Long Distance
- Broadband Internet
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : Only with prior permission of the owner and with pet fee and deposit
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Swimming
- Mountain Biking
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Shuffleboard
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Rafting
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$6200/week
$985/ week night, 2 Night Minimum
$1200/weekend night , 2 night minimum
$7680/ holiday week
13%lodging tax
$400 cleaning fee
20% surcharge for weeks of Thanksgiving, Christmas,& New Years.5 night minimum
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Property Photos
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- Sunroom
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- Gourmet Kitchen with commercial Wolf Stove
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- Gaming Room with Pool Table
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- Mahogany Bath
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- Guest Bath
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- Private Tennis Court
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- Lush Gardens
Traveler Reviews (16)
Wonderful Retreat
Guest: Becky
(Greensboro, NC, USA)
Date of Stay: 05/26/11
Review Submitted: 05/30/11
Laughing Frog Estate exceeds all expectations. The decor, amenities, and everything is just exquisite. It's not only a wonderful place to relax and unwind enjoying the scenic views, but there is also much to do for those who wish to be active. It's unique characteristics make it a vacation to remember by children and adults. I highly recommend this property and plan to return again soon. It's most enchanting!!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Guest: Naomi and Steven
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Date of Stay: 07/06/09
Review Submitted: 03/25/11
Such a beautiful sanctuary. We have truly enjoyed and appreciated all that Laughing Frog has offered us. How to express our love for this place; our appreciation for your enormous talent, foresight and hard work- all so evident in things large and small- everywhere here; and our deep gratitude for your warmth, hospitality and friendship! We had such a magnificent time at Laughing Frog- everyone from 11 ½ to 80 ½ years old and hope to keep the memories cherished till we visit again (and make new ones)! Thank you and may you continue to bless the world with your special sparkle!
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Guest: Tabetha and Brian
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Date of Stay: 07/19/09
Review Submitted: 03/25/11
Thank you again for a wonderful week here in your beautiful home. We loved the elegance of our very own mountain retreat. Please let us know next time you’re in Carmel!
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Guest: Anna Maria
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Date of Stay: 08/18/09
Review Submitted: 03/25/11
First of all, let me say what a wonderful view! I love how in the morning the mist gathers around the mountains. I was amazed at how many trees and vegetation there was. I even saw a lizard! I will be sad when I have to go, but until then, I’m having the time of my life! Harmony, tranquility and peace are all reflected by the home, the surroundings, the art and the wine. Thank you!
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Guest: Paul, Pat, Kerry, P.J.
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Date of Stay: 10/01/09
Review Submitted: 03/25/11
This is a beautiful home in the middle of nature’s best. Our hike up the mountain trail was like entering a shrine and will be a treasured memory. With our wonderful friends and this special setting, we have had many laughs with your frogs and sent some music into the hills!!! Thank you Kelley and Steve for sharing your home with me and my friends. It was wonderful! The wine and chocolates were so very nice of you.
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Guest: Pamela, George, Margaret, Mollie, Tyler, Bailey
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Date of Stay: 01/17/10
Review Submitted: 03/25/11
Stephen and Kelley, Thanks for sharing your lovely home with us. “The human spirit needs places where Nature has not been rearranged by the hand of Man.” Unknown “Love is like a frog- there is no mountain on which it does not exist.” Hawaiian proverb
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Guest: Chuck and Karen
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Date of Stay: 02/01/10
Review Submitted: 03/25/11
Kelley & Stephen, Thank you so much for opening your wonderful house to us. This past weekend is just what we needed. I’m not sure how you did it, but having the snow start as were driving up to the house, continue all night ans the next day, just to be gone for our drive home was amazing. Almost as amazing as your house. We can’t wait to return during the spring or the fall to see it in all its grandeur. Hope to return soon...
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