Location: Brevard, Smoky Mountains, North Carolina, USA (5 min to Music Center & Brevar College; 40 min. to Asheville) View Map
Accommodations: House, 3 Bedrooms + No additional sleeping rooms avail, 2 Baths (Sleeps 7)
Keywords: House, 3 bedroom, home, one level,
Our house is located on a quiet street within the town of Brevard. This tranquil and relaxing space is the perfect "home away from home".
House Amenities Include:
• WiFi – Great for a Working Vacation
• 3 Bedrooms / 2 Bathrooms
• Well-Equipped Kitchen
• Diverse Fiction and Nonfiction Library
• Small DVD and CD collection
• Area Books and Maps provided
• Single Car Garage / Rocking-Chair Front Porch / Rear Deck / Grill / Laundry
• Fenced Yard / Pets OK
• Walking Distance to Downtown (16 minutes)
Brevard is located 45 minutes from Asheville, in Transylvania County, Western, NC – in the untamed heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains!
Area Attractions Include:
• Pisgah National & Dupont State Forests, Smoky Mountains, Appalachian Trail
• Hiking, Rock Climbing, Biking, Horseback Riding, Fly-Fishing, Zipline/Ropes Course
• 250 Area Waterfalls & Natural Water Slide
• Art & Craft Studios, Brevard Music Center
• Quaint Shops, Eclectic Restaurants
• Biltmore Estate, NC Wine Country
• Summer Camps, White Squirrels
Please contact us with your questions - All emails answered promptly!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Central Air
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Dryer
- Garage : Single Car
- Off Street Parking : Driveway
- Beds
- King Bed : In master bedroom w/ private bathroom
- Double Bed : We actually have two double beds - the second being the lower half of the bunk bed (see description)
- Bunk Bed : Bottom bunk is a double. Standard mattress (comfy!) Single bed above is also quite cozy. You can see all the bedrooms on a youtube video link - I'll email it to you
- Entertainment
- TV (No Cable/Satellite)
- DVD
- Video Library : DVDs and many books are available if the rains keep you inside.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library : Assorted Cds also available
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Fully equipped for all standard cooking needs!
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave : coffee maker, toaster oven
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio : Small Deck Off Dining Area of Great Room
- Balcony : Rocking chair front porch
- View/Location
- Mountain View : Pleasant mountain views from front windows and porch, and only a 10 minute walk to town
- Communications
- Broadband Internet : see WiFi
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : Available on request - additional charges apply
- Other Amenities
- Home all on one level inside, Stairs to enter & exit, Fenced Backyard, Swing, Rocking Chair Front Porch, Cozy Rear Deck, Bird-Feeder Attracting the Famous White Squirrels of Brevard. Pets are evaluated on a case by case basis - Please ask!
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations)
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : We Reserve the Right to Refuse Large Groups of Rowdy Partiers :-)
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Rafting
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Spelunking
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- In addition to all the other area activities, Brevard is near Arnold Palmer's 7 Falls Golf Resort.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
1-2 people: $80/night ..$480/week (7th night free - a 15% discount!)
3-4 people: $100/night..$600/week (7th night free - a 15% discount!)
5-7 people: $120/night..$720/week (7th night free - a 15% discount!)
Local taxes apply * Children below 5 stay free * Paypal fees apply to credit cards
$100 Refundable Damage Deposit ($150 w/ pet) / $80 cleaning & supplies fee
Discounts on weekly, monthly & off-season rentals - inquire for price quote
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Adeles Retreat: in-Town, Wifi, Pets & Kids Ok , Fenced Yard
Year Purchased: 2003
Why the Owner Chose Brevard
Brevard is a beautiful place - the air is cleaner. Your pace slows as you become a part of this small town. It's so much kinder to the spirit than the big city. My husband had been riding in this area for 10 years before he finally decided to settle here. And then I took him away... We keep the house with the hope that it will someday make sense for our family to live here.
The Unique Benefits at this House
Something to think about: If you have a rental home somewhere (ANYwhere - worldwide!) we are open to the idea of trading time in our house for time in yours.
http://www.dupontforest.com/directions.html http://www.dupontforest.com/attractions.html Visitwaterfalls.com also has a map of some local falls - These waterfalls are particular favorites of mine as Hooker is a very easy walk to a view and Triple Falls, while steep, are also very easy to access. http://visitwaterfalls.com/adventure/waterfalls-map/index.html
The Music Center is situated on a wooded 180-acre campus in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina. Founded in 1936, the Music Center has matured into one of this country's premier summer training programs and festivals. More than 400 gifted students, ages 14 through post-college, come to the Music Center to study with members of a distinguished artist faculty and with renowned guest artists. For seven weeks, students participate in a vigorous program of instruction that includes ensembles, private lessons, and chamber music. http://www.brevardmusic.org/about/
Address: NC 281 South, P.O. Box 100, Sapphire, NC 28774-0100 GPS coordinates: 35.1133, -82.9563 Office Phone: (828) 966-9099 Email: gorges@ncdenr.gov Plunging waterfalls, rugged river gorges, sheer rock walls and one of the greatest concentrations of rare and unique species in the eastern United States. An elevation that rises 2,000 feet in only four miles, combined with rainfall in excess of 80 inches per year, creates a temperate rain forest and supports a collection of waterfalls. http://www.ncparks.gov/Visit/parks/gorg/main.php Go west on US 64 toward Sapphire. To reach the Frozen Creek Access (east side of the park), turn left onto Frozen Creek Road, which is approximately two miles past NC 178. The east entrance i
One of the first national forests in the Eastern United States, Pisgah National Forest was established by the federal government in 1916. It covers over 500,000 acres in twelve counties in Western North Carolina and contains original portion of George W. Vanderbilt’s once-vast Biltmore Estate. The roots of American Forest Conservation lie in Pisgah at the Cradle of Forestry, the brainchild of George Vanderbilt, Frederick Law Olmstead and Gifford Pinchot. Transylvania County contains a significant portion of the forest, as well as some of its most memorable landmarks, including Looking Glass Rock, Looking Glass Falls, Sliding Rock and the Cradle of Forestry Historic Site and Museum. http://www.parkwaymap.com/ashemap.htm http://www.cradleofforestry.c
http://www.ncwildlife.org/Learning/EducationCenters/Pisgah.aspx A visit to the center starts with a walk around the hatchery raceways. Once trout reach fingerling size, they feed and grow in a series of 54 outdoor raceways. You’ll enjoy the brook, rainbow and brown trout that supply the commission’s hatchery-supported trout streams. Outdoor Trails: Check out what’s blooming (and what’s pollinating the blooms) at the model backyard wildlife garden. From the garden, a universally accessible interpretive trail winds through a hardwood forest habitat for a glimpse of native wildlife. Mountain Animals and Habitats: In the Center’s auditorium, view a documentary on the natural history of the mountains and the ways the commission works
Owner's Map of Brevard
This was not purchased as a vacation home, but when we met and married, we each came with a house. We love Brevard and don't want to give up our connection to the area. We decided to name our house 'Adele's Retreat' after the birth of our daughter Adele in 2009. This is her enjoying enjoying some "wa-wa" time underneath Bridal Veil Falls in Dupont.
Property Photos
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- Front of House - Brevard Vacation Home Near Biking, Fishing and Rafting
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- Bright, spacious & comfortable living area of the "Great Room" - Brevard Vacation Home Near Biking, Fishing and Rafting
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- Large library (fiction and non-fiction), includes area information too! - Brevard Vacation Home Near Biking, Fishing and Rafting
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- Kitchen (in Great-Room / Looking left as you enter from garage)
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- Master Bedroom - King bed
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- Kilauea Bedroom - Full (double) bed
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- Full (double) topped with a single bunk.
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- Fenced Backyard
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- Single car garage
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- Looking Glass Falls
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- Above Bridal Veil Falls
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- Also above Bridal Veil
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- Sliding Rock
Traveler Reviews (14)
Transylvania Travels
Guest: Here and Gone
(PA)
Date of Stay: 08/10/11
Review Submitted: 08/19/11
Our family was so happy staying at your house. There were no surprises lurking, it was just as described in the listing. A lovely house in a friendly neighborhood. Aside from being comfortable and roomy, it was a fascinating atmosphere to surround oneself with. The items you collected and displayed, along with a guide offering descriptions, were intriguing. The resources for sightseeing, activities, dining, etc. were comprehensive. We have family in the area and so have been visiting for decades, but found time to revisit several of Brevard's waterfalls and to take a trip south over the state line to visit Pretty Place at Camp Greenville. Main Street is always a fun diversion, with favorites like The Proper Pot, Celestial Music and others. Oh, and the library.. if it hadn't been for a full agenda, I could have sat down for weeks and read selections that would have entertained, taught, or challenged me. The chipmunk that visited out back in the rock wall every morning was just a bonus. I expect that if we find ourselves in the area needing shelter, that we will seek out Adele's Retreat.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
wonderful week at Adele's Retreat July 21-28
Guest: music lover
(Cumming GA)
Date of Stay: 07/21/11
Review Submitted: 07/29/11
This was our second stay at this wonderful home. Two grandparents, two parents, and a 3-year-old were very comfortable and didn't get in each other's way. Family meals with the open kitchen-dining room arrangement were relaxed and comfortable. On rainy days, it would be great to read your way through the library--no dog-eared 1985 best-sellers here! Art display is intriguing, but high enough that it's not a problem for small children--except for the "rocks from around the world" display on the coffee table, which is a kid magnet. Dinner and lunch at Hob Nob (dinner with live jazz), a world-class concert (Mahler 3) at the Music Center, gourmet take-out from Poppies, breakfast at the Bracken Mtn. Bakery, shopping on the square, cool wading at Sycamore Flats and Looking Glass Falls--just a hint of what there is to do. We'll be back!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, adventure seekers, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
Great house for a family
Guest: 99AU
(Marietta, GA)
Date of Stay: 07/07/11
Review Submitted: 07/11/11
My family stayed at this house for a long weekend and thoroughly enjoyed it. We have four children under the age of 8 and the layout of the bedrooms allowed us all to be very comfortable. The house has everything you would need, a kitchen with all pots/pans, dishes, etc. and a laundry room with a washer and dryer. Lastly, the owner provided all the details that we would ever need so that we knew exactly what to expect. We plan on renting it again when we return to Brevard!
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, sightseeing, families with young children.
Just right
Guest: Stef
(Lansing, MI)
Date of Stay: 06/23/11
Review Submitted: 07/11/11
This home was perfect for our stay in Brevard. With wedding festivities all weekend long, we were able to quickly and easily travel to and from all events in minutes. There were personal touches all around Adele's Retreat that made our stay very cozy and convenient. The price was incredibly affordable and staying in a home, and this one in particular, was so much better than a hotel room. The owners have made the rental process super easy and you can tell they take great pride in their vacation home.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, age 55+, tourists without a car, pet owners, sightseeing, families with young children.
Excellent Rental Home
Guest: Virginia
(Charlottesville VA)
Date of Stay: 05/23/11
Review Submitted: 06/11/11
Our stay in Brevard was BETTER than expected due to the excellence of this rental home AND to the many available activities within easy reach. I whole heartedly recommend this home away from home!
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, pet owners, sightseeing, families with young children.
Fabulous Wedding Weekend
Guest: Tisha
(Augusta, GA)
Date of Stay: 05/13/11
Review Submitted: 05/16/11
Our stay at Adele's retreat was wonderful! The house was clean and had everything we needed plus a lot more. It was close to town and we didn't mind the walk. The rooms were spacious and comfortable. We were able to sit in the living room and enjoy the scenic view of the backyard and we were able to photograph several different types of birds. I would definitely visit this area and Adele's retreat again.
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car, sightseeing, families with young children.
From Ohio
Guest: The Grantz Family
(Ohio)
Date of Stay: 04/01/11
Review Submitted: 04/05/11
This house is a perfect example as to why I remain puzzled that people stay in hotels! We ENJOY the space and the ability to have some control over our diet (and food $$) by having a full kitchen. We have probably stayed at 30+ vrbo homes. Some things annoy us, like so much clutter that there is nowhere to put OUR stuff. This house is perfect. Beautifully and INTERESTINGLY decorated, but still room for US! Plenty of local information available. Clean. A garage for OUR use, not filled with THEIR clutter. Make sure you learn the back way into town - shorter than going out to Rosman and less than a mile, easy walk if you are up to some hills. Take time to explore about a 6 block region in town for great eats and shopping. Get a good map and visit as many waterfalls as you can. Then rest at your home away from home. I enjoyed the front sun in the morning and then in the backyard in the afternoon. Great to have comfortable choice of shade or sun at any time of day. Accurate and comprehensive info (you get more once you express interest) from very responsive owner. Great wireless internet, limited TV. Can't wait for our next visit!
Recommended for:Girls getaway, families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, pet owners, sightseeing, families with young children.
Adele's Retreat
Guest: Diane
(South Carolina)
Date of Stay: 10/08/10
Review Submitted: 11/02/10
Convenient to downtown Brevard, Adele's Retreat is a comfortable, well-maintained home in a quiet residential neighborhood. The visitor will delight in the art and extensive library that reflect an interest and experience in far away places. Thank you to the owners for providing information about the unique artifacts. The home is not as well-equipped for those who depend on up-to-date televisions, and for older persons who depend on good lighting for reading. But, I definitely would recommend Adele's Retreat for its location, amenities, cleanliness, and maintenance. It is an excellent place to stay while exploring not only Brevard, but also the many activities and attractions in the area.
Owner response:Glad you enjoyed your stay and thanks for your helpful comments! To respond - we've added additional lighting since Diane's stay. If you are reading this review and considering a long term visit (~6 weeks or more) and TV is your deal-breaker, we'd be happy to discuss setting up cable during your visit. Please do send me an email. We currently have regular TV with local channels, a DVD player with a small DVD collection, and, since the house has WiFi, the ability to watch shows online using websites like Hulu and Netflix.
Recommended for:Age 55+.
Great location, great house
Guest: Old Prof
(Ocean Springs, MS, USA)
Date of Stay: 07/01/10
Review Submitted: 08/19/10
My wife and I and our three cats spent the month of July, 2010, at this delightful place. From the first contact Brooke (the owner) was straightforward and helpful. We moved into the house seamlessly. All was in order, all was very clean. Brooke's instructions were clear and precise. Interesting and enchanting art work and literature may be found throughout the house. The neighbors were pleasant and helpful, Brooke was very responsive to our questions, the house was cool and comfortable in the summer heat. We had a delightful time at Adele's Retreat and would recommend it highly to anyone; if you're a traveler or have an interest in becoming one, you'll be particularly charmed.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, romantic getaway, age 55+, tourists without a car, pet owners, sightseeing, families with young children.
Pet-friendly, artistically decorated
Guest: Trailgirl
(Madison, AL)
Date of Stay: 06/12/10
Review Submitted: 06/14/10
Wonderfully furnished, extremely clean, pet-friendly house (fenced-in backyard!), in a quiet neighborhood, with a great location near downtown Brevard. We are repeat renters of Adele's Retreat and highly recommend the house to anyone vacationing in such a lovely area of North Carolina.
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, age 55+, pet owners, sightseeing.
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