Janis' Cozy Cottage
Location: Asheville, Smoky Mountains, North Carolina, USA (Biltmore Estates 1.5 miles, Downtown Asheville 3 miles,) View Map
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 1 Bath (Sleeps 4)
Keywords: Cottage, House, Cabin, 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath
CAN YOU SAY...LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!! PLEASE READ COMMENTS TO SEE WHAT GUEST HAVE TO SAY ABOUT THE LOCATION AND THE COTTAGE!
AS AN OFFICIAL BILTMORE ESTATE TICKET DISTRIBUTOR AND PARTNER I OFFER DISCOUNT TICKETS….GOOD FOR 2 CONSECUTIVE DAYS!!!
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CLICK ON THE VIDEO TAB (NEXT TO THE PHOTO TAB) TO THE LEFT FOR A VIRTUAL TOUR OF MY HOME! (Many things have been bought/upgraded since the tour but it gives you a good view of the layout)
Welcome to your very own, completely private, Craftsman style home. If you are looking for a conveniently located property in the Asheville area my cottage is it. Look no further! It’s just 3 minutes away from The Biltmore Estate and Biltmore Village and about 5 minutes from downtown Asheville. About 5 minutes to the Blue Ridge Parkway that takes you to Mount Mitchell, (highest point east of the Mississippi River) Mount Pisgah, NC Arboretum or just enjoy some of the most beautiful scenic driving in the USA on the Blue Ridge Parkway. My cottage is located at the end of a short, quiet, street with lots of trees. It's like being in the country but your close to the city!
The cottage is ideal for two to four people and I have many retirees stay. The 2 bedrooms are furnished with comfortable queen size beds with high thread count sheets, down comforters and beautiful bedding ensembles. The kitchen and bathroom were completely remodeled and the kitchen is well-equipped for gourmet cooking/baking if that is your pleasure. Super Wal-Mart and a local grocery store are less than 4 minutes. If eating out is more favorable to you there are countless local quaint cafés and bistros within minutes from the home and of course many national chain restaurants .
There are mixes of old and new with several "family" antique pieces scattered throughout the cottage. It's VERY clean, cozy, charming, organized and comfortable. I want you to feel like it's your "home away from home". It's ideal for weekend or week long vacations, or temporary lodging while house hunting or job relocating.
If you enjoy the outdoors, my cottage is conveniently located to countless outdoor activities from white water rafting, canoeing, hiking (many beautiful waterfalls), mountain biking & climbing, horse back riding, to golfing and fishing just to name a few.
All you need to bring with you is your imagination, clothes, toiletries and food. Everything else is included!
My Motto is "YOUR COMPLETE SATISFACTION IS MY #1 GOAL". Please read comments from previous guest below!!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided : High Thread Count Sheets, Beautiful Bedding Ensembles, Down comforters and Thick Towels
- Washer : Full Size with soap provided for short term rental.
- Dryer : Full size
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2) : Comfortable Beds with Luxury Down Comforters, High Thread Count Sheets and Beautiful Bed Ensembles.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (2) : 32" LED Flat Screen TV in the Living Room with extended cable. TV in the Master
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : Over 300 DVD and VHS Movies! Mostly action!
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : A full size and fully stocked kitchen for Gourmet cooking if you so desire...including Coffee, Coffee Maker, Filters, Sugar and Grinder, Toaster Oven, Crock Pot, Food Processor, Butcher Block Table for cutting, Mixer and Mixing Bowls, Lots of Dishes, Silverware, Pots and Pans, Utensils, Sharp Knives, Plasticware for leftovers, Baggies, Tin Foil, Paper Towels, Dish towels, Dish soap and more. There's even a spice rack and of course salt and pepper.
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Plenty!
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill : Weber Charcoal Grill
- Deck/Patio : Patio off front porch with Table and Chairs
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone : Free Local Calls
- Free Long Distance : Free Long Distance anywhere within the United States.
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Bring your Laptop. There's High Speed Wireless Internet connection
- Other Amenities
- Private Driveway for parking, Rocking chairs on front porch, Patio with table, chairs and umbrella for sitting/eating outside. Answering Machine and Alarm Clock should you want or need them. Blowdryer, iron and ironing board, first aid kit and hand soap.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed : Sorry no pets.
- Smoking Not Allowed : Sorry but there are ashtrays provided for outside.
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Hiking
- Other Activities
- As an OFFICIAL BILTMORE ESTATE TICKET DISTRIBUTOR and PARTNER I offer discount tickets and they’re GOOD FOR 2 CONSECUTIVE DAYS! (Not offered at the ticket center or online without additional charge)! No standing in long lines to get tickets! JUST LET ME KNOW AHEAD OF TIME AND THEY'LL BE WAITING FOR YOU WHEN YOU ARRIVE!! 250 Rooms in 4 acres of HOUSE! Truly amazing!! Please read my comments to verify how wonderful the location of my home is. Close to downtown Asheville, Biltmore Estates and Village, Grove Park Inn, Blue Ridge Parkway, grocery stores, great restaurants and more. I'm delighted to help my guest with suggestions! There are lots of brochures/maps and I've even got specific directions to most of these places plus waterfalls and hiking trails!
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Jan-Mar 110/nt-700/wk-1700/Mth for Double occupancy-Add $10 per night per person
Apr-Dec 135/nt-850/wk-3000/Mth for Double occupancy-Add $10 per night per person
Max 4 guest including children. 3 to 7 night minimum depending on dates/season.
Minimum stay may be waived for last minute bookings. (96 hours before arrival)
$200 Refundable Damage deposit to reserve. Deposit & 1/2 rent due if less than 60
days prior to arrival. Balance 30 days prior to arrival, at which point rental fee
is nonrefundable unless I'm able to rebook dates you had reserved.
No Cleaning/Parking or other hidden charges!
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Map & Owner's Profile
Biltmore Estates - Only 1.5 Miles & Asheville - Only 3 Miles
Year Purchased: 2006
Why the Owner Chose Asheville
I actually didn’t choose Asheville but rather married into it so to speak. My husband owned a home in Asheville and lived in it for a short time off and on. When we married we moved to Orlando, FL and the house remained unoccupied except for an occasional renter. In 2000 we decided to completely restore the home and after renting it for a few years we decided to sell our home in Orlando and relocate full time to the property in Asheville, a move we never regretted. As luck would have it the home next door to us was for sale and we viewed that as the perfect opportunity to be able to offer a very special “home away from home” for our guests. We bought it and completely refurbished it. Living next door affords me the ability to quickly and efficiently meet all the needs of my guests. My dream has come true so why not come to beautiful Asheville and let me help make your stay one that you will fondly remember.
The Unique Benefits at this House
First and foremost is the incredibly fantastic location to easy access of, The Biltmore Estate, Biltmore Village, Downtown Asheville, and The Blue Ridge Parkway, voted one of the top ten most scenic highways of the United States. All of this is within approximately five minutes of the cottage, yet you will feel as though you are out in the woods. The view from this home is of mountains,flowers, various birds, ground hogs, rabbits and squirrels, seen from the front porch and large picture window in the living room. I take great pride in maintaining the gardens and grounds of my properties, thus I am almost always available to answer questions or help with a particular need you may have.
Only 1.5 miles from my home. The famous and grand home with 250 rooms was built in 1895 by George Vanderbilt. I OFFER DISCOUNTED TICKETS THAT ARE GOOD FOR 2 CONSECUTIVE DAYS!
2 minutes away. Originally designed as a picturesque residential prelude to the Estate. It is now a community of unique shops, restaurants and galleries!
About 3 miles. Asheville is a rare place. Artists & street musicians converge with tourists & locals for a vibrancy rarely found in a city of this size. There is always something happening!
5 minutes away. Awarded Top Family Entertainment Center two years in a row featuring Multi-level Laser Tag, 18 hole indoor mini-golf, a 24-foot climbing wall, soft play area, batting cages & much more
469 miles long! There are MANY beautiful trails, picnic spots, overlooks and waterfalls. See the Folk Art Center, Craggy Gardens, Mt. Mitchell, NC Arboretum, Mt. Pisgah, Graveyard Fields, and more! IT
Nestled in a beautiful natural setting. Within its 434 acres, it offers 65 acres of cultivated trails, mountain biking, state-of-the-art greenhouse and one of the finest bonsai collections anywhere.
This state park boasts 75-mile magnificent views! The views are accessible to everyone, thanks to the 26-story elevator inside the mountain. It has a 5 trails ranging from easy to strenuous with a 404
6,684 feet! For those who ascend this mighty peak, what you see is breathtaking views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, rolling ridges and fertile valleys. Some of the most tranquil moments you'll ever exp
Linville Caverns offers a unique perspective of the intricate workings that have taken place under the ground surface.
About an hour away. Just off the Blue Ridge Parkway. Trails lead to views of both the upper and lower falls. Forests offer virgin hemlock mixed with other familiar trees. A colorful and varied display
About an hour away. The mountain is 5,846 feet high. On the highest swinging footbridge in America, you will be surrounded by the great peaks of the southern Appalachians. There are over 100 picnic ta
About 45 minutes away…off the Blue Ridge Parkway. At 5,721 feet this is another great trip with extraordinary views along the way! If you keep going a little further there is the Graveyard Fields with
About an hour away. Over 250 waterfalls and numerous walking trails. Several waterfalls are along the side of the road and the falls are visible with no or little walking. Some have stairways and som
501,691 acres stretches across the eastern edge of Western North Carolina's mountains. The Forest offers hiking trails, fishing, camping, picnic sites, and spectacular waterfalls. Some of Pisgah Natio
Owner's Map of Asheville
I am Janis and for many years, prior to my husband’s passing, it was our goal to own and operate a guest cottage in beautiful Asheville, NC. I am fulfilling this dream as he would have wanted. My love of nature and the beauty to be found in Asheville is a constant source of discovery for me and as my eyes are opened to the beauty that surrounds the cottage, it excites me to be able to offer visitors first hand information on the endless sites in store for them. I am here to make your trip a memorable one and to offer everything I can to help you achieve that. “Your Complete Satisfaction is my #1 Goal!”
Property Photos
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- Janis' Cozy Cottage - Asheville Vacation Rental House
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- Living Room with large LED Flat Screen TV - Asheville Vacation Rental House
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- Another Living Room View - Asheville Vacation Rental House
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- New Couch and a Very Large Movie Library...Mostly action!
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- Fully Equipped Kitchen with All the Necessities and More!
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- Sit at the Butcher's Block and Converse with the Chef!
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- Master Bedroom is spacious. Very Comfortable Queen Bed. Great Linens!
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- Master Bedroom with Comfortable Chair. Great for Reading or just chilling!
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- Purple and Gold Bedroom with Very Comfortable Bed and Great Linens!
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- Another view of Purple and Gold Bedroom
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- Completely Remodeled Bath with Blow dryer, toilet tissue, first aid kit,
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- Enough room to invite Friends for Dinner
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- Sit in the Rocking Chairs and enjoy a cup of Joe and Beautiful Flowers!
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- Sit outside to make plans for the day or Relax with a Drink and Snack.
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- Enjoy Whitewater Rafting Nearby!
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- Biltmore Estates is just down the Street! I offer discount tickets!!
Traveler Reviews (112)
Great Cottage and Super Convenient
Guest: Robin
(Garner, NC)
Date of Stay: 02/02/12
Review Submitted: 02/08/12
We had such a great visit! We loved staying at your cottage. So much cozier than any hotel room. The bed was so comfortable and we really enjoyed the kitchen and having plenty of room in the bathroom. The location is perfect! We greatly appreciated all the directions, menus and guides that you left available….they were such a big help!! We will for sure be back! It was great to meet you too!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, families with young children.
Couldn't Have Been Better!
Guest: Escape from the Norm
(Charleston, SC)
Date of Stay: 01/20/12
Review Submitted: 01/26/12
This was mine and my boyfriend's first trip to Asheville. We got a little lost on the way there. We were only miles from the house and Janis stayed on the phone with us until we found our way. Despite the weather, we had such a great time! This house was adorable and Janis was wonderfully helpful. We will definitely return to this house the next time we have an opportunity to get to Asheville!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers.
Wonderful Weekend!
Guest: Margaret B.
Date of Stay: 11/30/11
Review Submitted: 01/24/12
Janis, Thank you for your gracious hospitality. We enjoyed staying in your comfortable and lovely home during our annual Christmas Season Girls' Weekend. It was perfect for the four of us, and we would love to visit again and experience Asheville in the Spring or Fall. Your helpful hints and recommendations made our trip all the more enjoyable and we are still talking about how much fun we had! Take Care and God Bless!
Recommended for:
Christmas in Asheville
Guest: Keith
(Saco, Maine)
Date of Stay: 12/22/11
Review Submitted: 01/23/12
Thanks, Janis for our peaceful home away from home for the holidays! You have such a comfortable cottage and we appreciated your caring attention to all the details…even the little Christmas tree! Loved using your kitchen and found every gadget we could have asked for! It was so much nicer than any hotel for those of us who love to cook! We’ll definitely see you on our next visit to Asheville.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, age 55+.
Visiting form Boston
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 11/20/11
Review Submitted: 01/22/12
We came to visit family. We’re glad we stayed here because it was like having our own home in Asheville. We too, could entertain and have family over for dinner. The neighborhood is beautiful, peaceful, and very relaxing, The cottage is comfortable and well equipped...it had everything we needed including games to play. Just looking at the pictures of your beautiful cottage brings back happy memories.... We can highly recommend this cottage. We hope to return soon!!! Thanks for everything Janis!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, sightseeing, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Charming little house close to everything.
Guest: Ben
(Durham, NC)
Date of Stay: 01/02/12
Review Submitted: 01/05/12
The house was clean and extremely well appointed, especially in the kitchen. The owner was very nice, helpful and informative but respected our privacy at the same time. We will definitely recommend this location to others and hope to go back for future trips to Asheville.
Recommended for:
Great Place To Stay
Guest: Deb P.
(Nashville, Tennessee)
Date of Stay: 12/09/11
Review Submitted: 12/30/11
This was our 2nd stay w Janis! Her house is so peaceful it's hard to believe how close to everything you really are. It is well stocked, VERY clean, and nicely decorated. We will be definitely stay there again.
Recommended for:
Great Charming Cottage. Great Location for Visiting Biltmore. Owner is So Helpful and Nice.
Guest: Happy
(Resaca, Georgia)
Date of Stay: 12/16/11
Review Submitted: 12/21/11
12/18/2011 Dear Janis, Thank you so much for letting us spend a couple of days in your wonderful cottage. Your hospitality is “first class” in every way! You have done a great job in supplying every need for your guests. Your directions, brochures, restaurant menus and sights to see are so helpful to your guests….whether they’re staying for a few days or a few weeks. And the location is perfect for those visiting Biltmore or downtown. Your place is very tastefully decorated and we enjoyed the Christmas decorations inside and out. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Barbara and Linda
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+.
Great cottage, Wonderfully convenient location. Quiet and minutes from down town Ashville.
Guest: Mike and Renee
(Monroe, North Carolina)
Date of Stay: 10/03/11
Review Submitted: 10/17/11
We loved staying here this week! Your cottage was great….we felt at home. You had everything we needed. Your bed was very comfortable and the linens were too! It was so nice to have the information on restaurants and things to do. Most of all, we enjoyed meeting and talking with you and your brother. Thanks so much for a great week and your hospitality. You are a blessing to everyone! Best Wishes, Mike and Renee P.S. Adorable place! Love the location! Can’t wait to come back!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+.
Great Place to Stay!
Guest: Margaret and Stephen Wachenfeld
(Palmyra, VA)
Date of Stay: 10/12/11
Review Submitted: 10/16/11
This cottage is in a great location-very close to the Biltmore. It is very well equipped and spotlessly clean. The very best thing about it is Janis, the amazing owner. She has thought of everything and can help you with any information about the area. We stayed there for a family wedding and can't wait to return.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, sightseeing, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
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