Location: Asheville, Smoky Mountains, North Carolina, USA (43 miles SE of Asheville; 22 miles SE of Hendersonville;) View Map
Accommodations: Cabin, 3 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 6-7)
Keywords: rural mountain family romantic
'Pine Shadows' is a wooded mountain chalet A-frame with 3 BR/ 2 BA, wrap-around decks, a 25' ceiling, open floor plan, and cozy wood fireplace.
Tucked in the western North Carolina foothills of the Blue Ridge and Great Smoky Mountains, the cabin is nestled on three private acres in the woods with westerly long-range views in winter and spring and lovely gorge and woodland views in summer and fall. Columbus, NC is known for its good weather year round, making the house easily accessible at any time of the year.
The chalet is four miles from Tryon, NC and 10 miles from Lake Lure, 22 miles from Hendersonville, and 43 miles from Asheville. 'Pine Shadows' is a rustic cabin with all modern conveniences. It is a short drive to the higher elevations and attractions of Asheville and Hendersonville.
Seasonal Highlights:
Summer:
Drive the mountain back roads; boat on Lake Lure; fish; swim; view equestrian events; enjoy the area festivals; breathe in the fresh air and hike the mountains; take in the 4th of July celebration in downtown Columbus; catch a play in Tryon, Hendersonville or Asheville; show your children the beauty of western North Carolina.
Fall:
Take in the North Carolina Apple Festival in Hendersonville; right from the deck, watch the leaves turn, then fall; enjoy the long range views; attend equestrian events; see a play; hike; fish; check out the Asheville Regional Craft Fair.
Winter:
Enjoy the fireplace; roam and explore the three acres around the chalet; take in wonderful restaurants; see a play; hike the foothills; antique and explore flea markets.
Spring:
Delight in the blooming trees and flowers; enjoy a mountain festival; drive the Blue Ridge Parkway; checkout the shops in quaint Tryon and Saluda; attend the Steeplechase in Tryon; antique in Landrum, SC.
Response to guest reviews:
We welcome all guest reviews and evaluations and have been delighted with many high-ranking reviews. We often take action on recommendations and suggestions made to us by our guests. In response to one review, we now have a newer and faster computer in the king loft. In response to several evaluations, the living room TV has now been relocated to a more viewer-friendly wall.
What's new in 2009?
Come see the beautiful new hardwood in kitchen and baths and the new Shaw carpeting throughout the chalet!
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Washer
- Dryer
- Garage
- Covered Parking : Double car garage.
- Off Street Parking
- Wood Fireplace
- Beds
- King Bed
- Double Bed
- Twin/Single Bed
- Convertible Bed
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : granite countertops
- Cooking Utensils Provided : Everything necessary for the gourmet cook.
- Refrigerator : 25.4 cu side by side. New GE.
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Mountain View
- Communications
- Telephone
- Computer
- Broadband Internet : DSL, WIFI
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Hardwood floors in kitchen and baths. Shaw carpeting in all other rooms. Pella windows & sliding doors; granite countertops in kitchen; wrap-around deck.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : Housebroken, flea-treated dogs and cats. Please pick up after your pets.
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations) : Two bedrooms and one bath are on ground level.
- Wheelchair Accessible (may have limitations) : Normal size doorways. Three steps to enter house.
- Kid Friendly
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : 22
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Shopping
- Boating
- Mountain Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Horseback Riding
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Restaurants
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Horse barns to rent and equestrian center are close by. Boating on Lake Lure 10 minutes away.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Oct 1 - Nov 19, 2011. $100/nt .. $150/nt wknd .. $300/wknd .. $625/wk ..
2 night minimum. High color here is usually late Oct-mid to late Nov.
Nov 20,2011 - Jan 2, 2012, $100/nt $150/nt wknd $300/wknd $650/wk $2600/mo
4-nt min Thanksgiving; 1 wk min Christmas; 3-nt min New Year's Eve
Jan 3 - March 31, 2012 $100/nt . $125/nt wknd .. $250/wknd .. $550/wk .. $1650/mo
Apr 1 - Jun 6, 2012. $100 nt/midwk; $150 nt/wknd; $300/ wknd; 625/ wk; $1875/mo.
Jun 7- Sep 10, 2012. $100 nt/midwk; $150 nt/wknd; $300/ wknd; $650/wk; $2250/mo.
Cleaning $85; Tax 9.75%.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Year Purchased: 2003
Owner's Map of Asheville
Our family rented a variety of homes in the mountains of western NC over the years. We loved staying in vacation rentals, so when we found Pine Shadows Chalet and fell in love in 2003, we took the plunge into second home ownership. For twenty years, I was professor of fine arts and humanities at Florida State College in Jacksonville, FL. My spouse is a retired journalist of The Associated Press and has recently published his first novel. So the chalet has a full library of books and music and is decorated with an artist's touch. Come enjoy our wonderful place.
Property Photos
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- Wrap-around deck in the woods - Asheville, North Carolina- Vacation Cabin with Decks, Mountain Views, and Fishing
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- Sunset from the deck - Asheville, North Carolina- Vacation Cabin with Decks, Mountain Views, and Fishing
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- Westerly windows from great room to deck - Asheville, North Carolina- Vacation Cabin with Decks, Mountain Views, and Fishing
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- Great Room
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- Twin bedroom and library.
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- Dining areas for 10 on the deck.
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- Front entrance.
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- Full bed quilt room.
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- Galley kitchen, outfitted for the gourmet cook.
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- Spiral staircase from the living room to the master suite.
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- White Oak Falls -- a 5 minute drive from the chalet.
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- Master King Suite with private bath.
Traveler Reviews (20)
Pine Shadows
Guest: lhrtmn
(Bloomsburg, Pa.)
Date of Stay: 08/01/07
Review Submitted: 08/07/07
The chalet was as described in the description, nestled in a quiet peacefull setting. Our family enjoyed our stay, and would highly recommend this property.
Recommended for:
Lavish Mountain Retreat
Guest: Ranetta/Phillip A.
Date of Stay: 12/21/11
Review Submitted: 12/29/11
Gateway to heaven. The Chalet is a peaceful and tranquil home that is secluded, yet only a few miles away is a small town with all the amenities that you would need. The location is close to historic settings, shopping and scenic tours. The photos on the listing only display a fraction of the beauty of the well-appointed home and grounds. We watched the sunset from the deck and a great view of the woods and the mountains. Our little dog loved taking in the sun through the patio doors. The attached garage was definitely a plus. We had some rain during our stay and it made loading and unloading uneventful. Karen, our hostess, was accommodating and attentive. She promptly responded to any inquiry or concern. We didn't see any deer, but we saw a white (albino) squirrel. You will not be disappointed with this rental.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, sightseeing, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+.
Lavish Mountain Hide-away
Guest: Ranetta/Phillip A.
Date of Stay: 12/21/11
Review Submitted: 12/28/11
Gateway to heaven. The Chalet is a peaceful and tranquil home that is secluded, yet only a few miles away is a small town with all the amenities that you would need. The location is close to historic settings, shopping and scenic tours.The photos on the listing only display a fraction of the beauty of the well appointed home and grounds. We often sat and stood out on the deck and took in the beauty of the woods and watched the sunset. The attached garage was definitely a plus. We had some rain during our stay and it made loading and unloading uneventful. Karen, our hostess, was accommodating and attentive. She promptly responded to any inquiry or concern. We didn't see any deer but we saw a white (albino) squirrel. You will not be disappointed with this rental.
Recommended for:
All the comforts of home and MORE!!
Guest: Kim B.
Date of Stay: 09/30/11
Review Submitted: 10/12/11
We had an awesome time at the Pine Shadows Chalet. It is great to vacation with all the luxuries of home. The house is decorated so cozy and inviting that you really don't want to leave. The first two nights we were there it was cold enough that we actually got to build a fire in the fireplace and that was really nice. The deck gave us the opportunity to observe deer in the lower part of the woods. We were 1 hour away from Cherokee so we visited the casino one day. Hendersonville has awesome antique shopping. Landrum, SC also has amazing little shops. This house is located in the perfect location for visiting winerys (there are at least 3 that are a very short distance away), antique shopping or just riding and enjoying the amazing views. Located about 2 minutes from town, you have all the fast food restaurants, dine in restaurants, pharmacy, grocery stores, gas, etc. that you could want or need. This house is the PERFECT vacation spot and we will definitely be returning. We did not want to come home!! Thanks Armels for offering this amazing rental opportunity. We can't wait to go back!! Thanks again, The Bakers
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Love the privacy!
Guest: enjoytravel
(Virginia Beach)
Date of Stay: 05/14/11
Review Submitted: 05/26/11
Felt like we were living in our home, with all the amenities! Very private, plenty of room. Saw deer the first morning, right outside trotting by. We really enjoyed just relaxing, BBQ and taking short day trips to many local sites. Highly recommend.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+.
A wondeful getaway
Guest: Mike
(Miami, FL)
Date of Stay: 10/17/10
Review Submitted: 10/25/10
We enjoyed our stay at Pine Shadows very much. The house is in a peaceful and private setting, yet conveniently close to restaurants and other amenities. The house feels like home, with the right furnishings, fireplace and stunning view of a forest from the deck. With the attentiveness of out host Karen, we felt like we were staying at a friend's house. Whatever question or concern we had, Karen addressed it immediately. We definitely would consider returning here for future vacations and highly recommend it.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
Beautiful Chalet
Guest: Marsha
(Spring Hill, Fl. USA)
Date of Stay: 10/15/10
Review Submitted: 10/17/10
We were looking for a cool climate away from the Florida heat. We booked 2 weeks, end of July and beginning of Aug. Before our vacation time came, Karen called and said it was as hot there as in Florida. She was kind enough to let us change our dates to one week in Oct. and Thanksgiving. Our week in Oct. was great. The temps. were wonderful and the trees in the back were just starting to change. When we arrived at Pine Shadows, we were pleasently surprised at how clean it was. It was very nicely decorated and had an "at home" feel. Mollie, our little 10# dog, loved the deck. She thought she was something being able to go on the deck without a leash. She spent time out there laying in her "sun spot". We enjoyed Lake Lure and and had a picnic by a beautiful, clean stream. We also went to Tryon and Saluda. We had lunch at The Purple Onion in Saluda and it was delicious. Karen is a great host. She kept in contact with us and whenever we had a question, we just E-Mailed her and she answered immediately. She called after we arrived to make sure everything was in order, which it was. Thanks Karen for sharing your beautiful chalet with us. We can't wait to come back with our family and have a "Mountain Thanksgiving".
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, girls getaway, age 55+.
A Perfect Getaway
Guest: Jerry
(Middleburg, FL)
Date of Stay: 09/27/10
Review Submitted: 10/04/10
Karen leaves nothing to chance to ensure that your stay is a memorable one. It's more than just not being inconvenienced, she takes it to the next level with thoughtful amenities that provide added and unexpected conveniences as well as endless conversation pieces throughout gathered from faraway places. The Chalet is comfortable, cozy and attractive. It is truly a home away from home, and Karen is the perfect hostess...even at a distance! For a pleasant dining experience - good food, service and atmosphere, we recommend Larkin's Carolina Grille in Columbus - on W.Mills St. one-half block from Houston Rd. For a bit of Americana history, Carl Sandburg's Home a few miles away in Flat Rock - Take the tour, it's well worth the time. And if you make it to Asheville during your stay and enjoy Mexican food, go to Papa's and Beer southwest of downtown. It's the best - for food and service.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, adventure seekers, age 55+, families with teenagers.
Wonderful
Guest: Al and friends
(Athens, GA)
Date of Stay: 08/06/10
Review Submitted: 08/23/10
The property was absolutely wonderful. Secluded, peaceful, excellent views, exactly what we were looking for. I especially enjoyed the large deck outside. The owner was patient and welcoming, going out of her way to help us to secure a last-minute reservation. I would definitely recommend this property, it was perfect for our small group of friends.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, pet owners, girls getaway, families with young children.
Come house sit for the coolest people ever
Guest: megan
(Chapel Hill, NC)
Date of Stay: 07/12/10
Review Submitted: 07/15/10
If you are thinking about renting this chalet, you have made a wise choice. We chose to stay here instead of a hotel in Asheville and found the location very convenient for all of the activities we had planned. The cabin is secluded and private, yet 5 minutes to major highways and grocery stores. The house is extremely well stocked. When we arrived, there were popsicles in the freezer, toilet paper in the bathrooms, cleaning products galore, towels, and a fully equipped kitchen (even a breadmaker). The chalet also has an unbelievable record collection. If you are a fan of show tunes, classical music, irish music, or classic rock, you will feel as though you have landed in heaven. Below is an email I sent to the wonderful owner about our visit: Hi Karen, We are having a great time! Today we went to Biltmore to take my daughter's senior pictures, and yesterday we went to Linville Caverns. I think tomorrow we may go to Chimney Rock and Lake Lure and then just hang out at the house on Saturday. We discovered your record collection and have really enjoyed playing some of those oldies but goodies for our children (who have never seen a record player!). We are a big show tunes family, so you can imagine our delight with your collection. Our 4 year old especially enjoys the music from "Annie Get Your Gun" and the Chipmunks album. We dined at Larkin's Carolina Grille on Tuesday night and liked it so much that we went back again last night. My daughter said her meal was "the best food I've ever eaten." Really. This really feels more like house sitting for our super cool friends. We can tell you have a great sense of humor from the house manual. Thanks so much for sharing the chalet with us!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, pet owners, adventure seekers, girls getaway, age 55+, families with young children, families with teenagers.
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