Location: Waynesville, Smoky Mountains, North Carolina, USA (35 Minutes to Asheville, 50 Minutes to Airport in Asheville)
Accommodations: Cottage, 2 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 2 Baths (Sleeps 4-6)
Keywords: Private Home,
We live on this property in a separate house and have a small 7 acre farm. We raise llamas, donkeys, and fruit and vegetables. We also have 2 horses, 23 laying hens, 2 dogs, 4 cats, and fish in the pond. This is a lovely rural community that is close enough to town to give you the best of both worlds.
The "cottage" is a 1400 sq. ft. home built on a small hill with garage underneath it. Access to the home can be up the front stairs, up the inside stairs on foot or on electric chair that glides to the top of the stairs. A car can also be driven to the back of the cottage with access up 2 steps to the second bedroom and the rest of the house.
There is a hammock under the screened porch for relaxing and listening to the birds. We have walking trails on the adjoining 30 acres, as well as a picnic table in the woods. There is a fire pit next to the pond for bonfires. The sky at night is filled with stars and the sounds of hoot owls. Deer and turkeys visit the hills. We are close to famous motorcycle roads that wind through the mountains. Well behaved pets are welcome, but we do ask that they do not get on furniture and are crated when you leave the home.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Elevator
- Washer
- Dryer
- Garage
- Off Street Parking
- Parking for RV/Boat/Trailer
- Beds
- King Bed
- Twin/Single Bed (2)
- Crib : Portable Crib
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Charcoal BBQ Grill
- Deck/Patio
- Balcony
- View/Location
- Waterfront, not Lake/Oceanfront. Ask for details
- Mountain View
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : WiFi connection for your portable devices.
- Other Amenities
- Good cell phone reception, Great drinking water from our well, Screened in porch in front, second porch at back door, Stairway electric chair on inside stairwell for mobility challenged.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : Some requirements for pets. Contact owner.
- Handicapped Accessible (may have limitations)
- Kid Friendly
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Kayaking
- Mountain Biking
- Downhill/Alpine Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Wildlife Viewing
- Fishing
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Sightseeing
- Rafting
- Sledding/Tubing
- Hiking
- Rock Climbing
- Restaurants
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- Llama trekking on site, fishing on site, animal husbandry on site, gathering eggs from hen house on site. Close to favorite motorcycle riding roads.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$95/night .. $600/week .. $1850/month $60 cleaning fee non-refundable $100 Damage/Reservation Deposit, refundable within 7 days of departure. Prefered Payment: Cash, or Personal Check in advance with time to clear. 12% tax is added to the night/week/month. We like pets, and require prior approval 50% deposit 2 wks. before arrival,(refundable within 72 hours of arrival if cancelled). Remainder due upon arrival. Upon booking Rules and Regulations will be emailed to you. Thank you.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2005
We love the mountains of Western North Carolina and the lifestyle of living on a small farm, yet being close to the town of Waynesville and the city of Asheville. We feel that we have a responsibility to care for all of our animals and the land in a respectful manner. We make everyone welcome who visits here. We want them to love it as we do. Our mailing address is Sexton 383 Heath Retreat Rd., Waynesville, NC 28786
Why the Owner Chose Waynesville
It just happened, as we wanted this property to live on, and the second house was a bonus.
The Unique Benefits of this Cottage
We are close to many recreation areas. Motorcycle riders enjoy the location being close to some of their favorite mountain roads. Fisherman enjoy casting in our pond, and taking a short ride to fish the Pigeon River for trout fishing. Birders can enjoy looking for the many different species of birds that migrate through our area. Folks who want peace and time to relax can lay in the hammock and read or sleep. Commune with the many animals here, horses, llamas, a donkey, chickens, dogs & cats. Deer and turkey often come down from the woods. Hoot owls can be heard every night. Hikers can walk the property, or head out to the Appalachian Trail near by. Almost anything you might want to do, you can find here, or very close by.
Property Photos
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- Llama Trekking! - Smoky Mountain Vacation Cottage on a 7 Acre Farm in a Rural Community
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- Living room with windows open to the screened porch. - Smoky Mountain Vacation Cottage on a 7 Acre Farm in a Rural Community
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- Front Porch with Great View of Hills, Trees, and Pond. - Smoky Mountain Vacation Cottage on a 7 Acre Farm in a Rural Community
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- Living room looking into kitchen/dining room.
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- Yes, sometimes it snows and we do have sleds to slide down the hills.
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- Sunrise over the Pond
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- Fall Leaves on the Property
Traveler Reviews (6)
Cozy and Quaint -truly a fun weekend.
Guest: Angie
(Dunedin, FL)
Date of Stay: 01/14/12
Review Submitted: 01/22/12
Our family and friends had a wonderful time at Tender Mercy Retreat. The cottage is exactly what we were looking for, with the added benefit of all the animals. The donkey was a favorite of the kids, as well as being able to collect our own eggs for breakfast. Thank you Linda and Tony for a lovely visit. We truly enjoyed the Waynesville area and would love to return-hopefully we will get some snow the next time. Thank you!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, families with young children, sightseeing, age 55+.
Great experience at Tender Mercy Retreat
Guest: Sewcrafty
(Collinwood, TN, USA)
Date of Stay: 10/14/11
Review Submitted: 10/20/11
My husband and I stayed here for 3 nights and we could not have had a more wonderful experience. Linda and Tony were very kind and gracious. The property was everything advertised and much more. It is in a wonderful location that is very convenient to almost any kind of activity your heart desires. The views were magnificent. We loved seeing all the animals roaming around. We look forward to staying here again as soon as possible.
Owner response:One of the things we enjoy about being here is meeting such nice folks and getting to share what we believe is the prettiest spot in Haywood County.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, adventure seekers, families with young children, families with teenagers, sightseeing, pet owners, age 55+, girls getaway.
Awesome Family Vacation!
Guest: Dawn
(Atlanta, GA)
Date of Stay: 02/27/09
Review Submitted: 02/04/11
Thank you so much Linda and Tony for such a great experience! This is the place to stay with family (especially with kids)! The farm is beautiful and the kids LOVED getting their own eggs for breakfast, brushing the horses, playihng with the dogs, fishing etc. The house was just perfect for us and PLENTY of room. I have already told others about Tender Mercy and we will be back soon!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, adventure seekers, families with young children, families with teenagers, sightseeing, age 55+, girls getaway.
We had a BLAST
Guest: Tami
(Mount Dora Florida)
Date of Stay: 12/26/10
Review Submitted: 01/06/11
My Husband,13yr old son, Mom, and 13 yr old nephew and myself stayed for a week just after Christmas. What a wonderful place to stay at as the house is very cozy and having the animals just a few steps away was awesome. We had fresh eggs in the morning from the chickens and the donkey is just the cutest little guy ever. We had our two dogs with us as they always have to travel with us and they just had so much fun playing in the snow and following us down the hills on the sleds that Linda and Tony have for sledding. We will be back very soon and would encourage anyone visiting this area to stay at Tender Mercy Retreat. We LOVED it !!!!!
Owner response:One of the things we enjoy about being here is meeting such nice folks and getting to share what we believe is the prettiest spot in Haywood County. And that goes for the winter season, too!
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, adventure seekers, families with young children, families with teenagers, sightseeing, pet owners, age 55+, girls getaway.
Wonderful place to stay
Guest: Kendra
(Tampa)
Date of Stay: 11/20/09
Review Submitted: 10/25/10
I have stayed here several times, and it really was a wonderful experience. You are surrounded by beautiful views, you can go on a hike, catch fish in the pond, it's located close to town, and the the Blue Ridge Parkway. It's a wonderful place to get away and relax,
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, people with disabilities, adventure seekers, families with young children, sightseeing, pet owners, age 55+.
Tender Mercy Retreat
Guest: Kim
(Canton, NC)
Date of Stay: 05/02/10
Review Submitted: 10/18/10
I have been here several times with my 8 year old daughter. It is a beautiful place to enjoy the mountains and have a good family vacation. If you are an animal lover this is a vacation paradise. There are Llamas, donkeys, horses, and chickens. Not to mention the gorgeous pond that has fish aplenty and you are guaranteed to catch them. The name suits the place because this truly is a Tender Mercy Retreat for the whole family.
Recommended for:Tourists without a car, romantic getaway, people with disabilities, adventure seekers, families with young children, families with teenagers, sightseeing, pet owners, age 55+, girls getaway.
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