Lakeside Natural Beauty Yet Only Minutes to Downtown Asheville
- Minimum stay:Contact owner
- Internet:Yes
- Pets considered:Yes
- Wheel chair accessible:No
Asheville cottage description
Best of both worlds! Stay lakeside in a beautiful private natural mountain paradise while only 5 minutes from all the great activities of downtown Asheville. Kenilworth Lake is a hidden jewel that many who live in Asheville do not know of. You can enjoy relaxing in a lakeside hammock, taking a row boat out on the lake, coffee in the morning on the dock, build a roaring campfire in the evenings, go fishing, and enjoying extraordinary gardens full of flowers ,vegetables, fruits and herbs seasonally. Listen to the sound of the waterfall cascading over the dam from your front porch and watch the Blue Herons flying by each morning. When you are ready hop in your car and reach Asheville’s vibrant downtown scene and fine restaurants, arts, and entertainment in only 5 minutes! This unique cottage and lakeside gardens are part of our family compound and are surrounded by acres of mature forest.
You will be warmly welcomed and we will share our knowledge of the area along with vases of flowers and fresh organic vegetables from our gardens seasonally.
This cottage is perfect for families, couples , or anyone who wants a peaceful, natural , mountain experience while being close to Asheville at the same time. We welcome your pets as we have several ourselves. As we have worked hard to create a peaceful oasis it is not suitable for loud or late night partying.
Keywords: vacation rental, affordable cottage,
Property Type
- Cottage
Accommodation Type
- Vacation Rental
Meals
- Guests Provide Their Own Meals
Suitability
Bedrooms: 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4, Beds for 4
Kitchen & Dining
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Coffee Maker
- Toaster
- Stove
- Dining
Amenities
- Hair Dryer
- Air Conditioning
- Parking Off Street
- Babysitter
- Linens Provided
- Towels Provided
Other Amenities
Entertainment
- DVD Player
- Stereo
- CD Player
- Satellite / Cable
- Video Library
- Games
- Music Library
- Books
Communications
- Wireless Internet
Outdoor Features
- Boat
- Kayak / Canoe
- Deck / Patio
- Outdoor Grill
Theme
- Family
- Romantic
- Budget
- Tourist Attractions
- Away From It All
Location & View
- Lakefront
- Lake View
Activities
- Hospital
- Groceries
- Massage Therapist
- Laundromat
- ATM/Bank
- Horseback Riding
- Shopping
- Miniature Golf
- Eco Tourism
- Medical Services
- Golf
- Mountain Biking
- Freshwater Fishing
- Fly Fishing
- Hot Air Ballooning
- Fishing
- Fitness Center
- Rafting
- Hiking
- Botanical Garden
- Arboretum
- Churches
- Library
- Restaurants
- Cinemas
- Zoo
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Live Theater
- Playground
- Wildlife Viewing
- Boating
- Sight Seeing
- Antiquing
- Walking
- Synagogues
- Recreation Center
- Bird Watching
- Museums
Other Activities
Reviews
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Dog Friendly
Dog Friendly
- Guest Anonymous
- Date of stay 10/25/13
- Review Submitted 11/07/13
Despite a few glitches on day one the house is fantastic- Tama was attentive and tried fixed all isses as soon as he could. My husband and I vacationed with our two dogs, and another couple with a dog of their own (the dogs are all over 50lbs). Our reason for the trip was to hike and visit breweries, this home is located in such a great central location for doing this. Coming off the highway you would have never guessed it would be so peaceful here, but it is. The house has many outdoor amenities that we were not able to take full advantage of this trip, like the lake, canoe, vegetable garden and grill. The kitchen is stocked generously (someone else complained and I wonder if they have vacationed in rental homes before!). I would definately recommend this home.Recommended for: Adventure seekers, families with teenagers, sightseeing, age 55+, romantic getaway, pet owners, families with young children, girls getaway.
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Beautiful, relaxing setting with added surprises!
Beautiful, relaxing setting with added surprises!
- Guest Maria D.
- Date of stay 04/22/13
- Review Submitted 07/01/13
We stayed at the lower cottage (under/behind the main) for two nights when passing through on a long road trip. We were traveling with our 4 year old daughter and it was just the break we needed. The property is beautiful and well maintained, inviting and relaxing. The owners made us feel right at home giving us full access to the rope swing, row boat, dock and fire pit. To our daughters great surprise the owner kept bringing out new animals for her to meet, baby ducks that he had rescued, bunnies, chickens, dogs and cats. Combine that with roasting marshmallows at the fire and it was a 4 year olds dream come true. The cottage itself was clean and comfortable with a big kitchen so we were able to eat in when we wanted. It was close to downtown, the Biltmore and grocery stores. We can't wait to come back. Thank you Tama for a great stay. Maria, Andy, Juliana and LauraDid you find this review helpful? Yes | No Helpful votes: 0/0
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Relaxing Retreat
Relaxing Retreat
- Guest Anonymous
- Date of stay 05/29/13
- Review Submitted 06/10/13
My Mom (age 83), sister, and I enjoyed a few days away and found Lakeside Cottage to meet our needs very well. The owner is very nice - as are his two sweet doggies and the cute ducks - who are all but trained to stay off the dock. Cute. While we would have liked for the cottage to have been closer to the lake (the website does indicate that the cabin is surrounded by woods on three sides), the proximity to the lake and the lovely lakeside seating areas were very inviting. The lake area is not accessible by wheelchair - just to be clear. This is a great quiet get-away place, very conveniently located to Asheville. It was also very wheelchair friendly. There is a small "drop" to the sidewalk, but we managed that fine. The cottage is well furnished and very comfortable. Mom already wants to get another date on the calendar!Recommended for: Age 55+, romantic getaway, pet owners, families with young children, people with disabilities, girls getaway.
Owner response: Thanks Kathy, it was great to meet you and your family and we really enjoyed having you as guests!
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A Magical Setting
A Magical Setting
- Guest Hopalong (Encinitas, CA)
- Date of stay 04/18/13
- Review Submitted 05/05/13
A friend and I spent two nights here and wished it could have been more! The setting by the lake was so lovely, we couldn't wait to get back from sight seeing to enjoy it (yes, even from the Biltmore which was just a few minutes away!). Enjoying a glass of wine on the beautiful deck was so peaceful and relaxing. The grounds were beautifully kept complete with garden and a cozy hammock. The house was comfortable, well-equipped and the owners very accommodating. Our stay here was a highlight of our 2-week trip up the Blue Ridge Parkway. I would highly recommend it.Recommended for: Families with teenagers, sightseeing, age 55+, romantic getaway, families with young children, girls getaway.
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Just what we needed!
Just what we needed!
- Guest The Grays (United States)
- Date of stay 12/23/12
- Review Submitted 12/30/12
We had a very nice stay at the Lakeside Cottage. The cottage is clean and spacious, with just the right amount of space for our family of four to stay, it reminded us of our first lakeside cottage home so much. We loved the nature trails, and visits from the chickens! The kids loved the swing that took them high in the sky over the lake. I love to cook and the owners were happy to oblige my need for many kitchen towels! Everything was is great working order, warm and cozy, with nice towels and sheets. Tons of interesting books, a selection of movies, and cd's were available. Thanks for a great week to the owners, Tama and Allison!Recommended for: Sightseeing, romantic getaway, families with young children.
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Even better than Advertised!
Even better than Advertised!
- Guest Jim (Kentucky)
- Date of stay 05/16/12
- Review Submitted 05/28/12
My wife and I strongly recommend this cottage to anyone seeking a beautifully serene setting with remarkably easy access to all of the attractions within and around Asheville. The owners, who live on the property, were available if needed but allowed privacy when desired. They graciously shared their garden, dock, row boat, etc… The lake is gorgeous, and it even has fish (bass and bluegill galore) for the amateur fisherman. The neighborhood is friendly but quiet. We will certainly stay again on our next visit to Asheville.Recommended for: Families with teenagers, age 55+, romantic getaway, pet owners, families with young children.
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Wonderful Week!
Wonderful Week!
- Guest John and Elisabeth (Atlanta, GA)
- Date of stay 03/26/12
- Review Submitted 04/05/12
My husband and I came to Asheville to spend a week vacation for my birthday and we landed in this cottage... What a little jewel! We enjoyed the house -just the right size and the right amenities for us- the beautiful garden, the lake, the (literally) magical trail behind the property, and Tama and Alison's discreet and helpful presence. The rental was the perfect location to start exploring some of the region's wonders: the Blue Ridge Parkway, the Biltmore, the city of Asheville. I particularly enjoyed the last 2 days of our stay that we spent in the cottage's gardens reading, relaxing and contemplating the nature. A week of beautiful memories!Recommended for: Adventure seekers, sightseeing, age 55+, romantic getaway, pet owners, families with young children, girls getaway.
Owner response: We feel fortunate to always attract wonderful renters here that make our experience of providing this place a great one.
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Excellent cottage by the water
Excellent cottage by the water
- Guest Anonymous
- Date of stay 03/06/12
- Review Submitted 03/11/12
We really enjoyed our time at the lakeside cottage this past week. Tama really came through and let us rent this unit last minute with our 3 dogs for a week. The cottage has a nice sized kitchen and living room with two comfortable bedrooms. The property is absolutely gorgeous. The cottage sits right at the end of the lake with the spillway only a few hundred feet from the front door. The rental includes a dock with a rowboat and a fire circle right on the lake. We really enjoyed watching the stars while roasting marshmallows! Our dogs loved the trail that led down to the creek. It is such a nice stroll with rock outcrops and a moss walkway. We will definitely be renting this place again. Can't wait!Recommended for: Adventure seekers, sightseeing, romantic getaway, pet owners, girls getaway.
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Rates
$150.00 per night plus tax and $60.00 cleaning fee Seventh night free longer term rates negotiable $15.00 per night per pet, plus extra $25 cleaning fee tax 7.00% tax additional 1BR/1B unit living area,bath & kitchen available upon request This unit has a private separate entrance & may be also be rented seperately
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Owner info
Year Purchased: 1993
About the owner: I have been living in Western North Carolina for over 25 years . As a world traveler, I have still found this area to be the finest place to live. We chose Asheville to raise our family of four daughters as it is a progressive thinking , environmentally conscious community. As someone who loves the mountains I have created beautiful vacation retreats in Cherokee and developed several projects in the area to provide people the opportunity to have their own mountain retreat. My latest project is Big Laurel Mountain, a wonderful waterfront mountain community in Madison County. Gardening is my favorite pastime and I have created extraordinary gardens anywhere I have been , Creating and promoting a sustainable, organic, and peaceful lifestyle for myself and my family is my goal in life. I am also a Breathwork Coach and student and teacher of transformation and healing. You can schedule Breathwork healing sessions with me while here. My wife, Allison, is multi-talented in design, web design, an author, counselor, and is currently both an excellent real estate broker as well as working full time with Family Preservation Services.
Why the Owner Chose Asheville:
Lakeside Garden Cottage is part of our unique family compound that we have lived in for almost 20 years. When it came time to move onto town from our mountain home in order to raise a family we were extraordinarily blessed to find a rare location in Asheville on one of the two private lakes within city limits. Living here can best be described a living full time in a vacation home that is also our primary residence. Being beside water is something I am constantly grateful for here. There is abundant wildlife on the lake .This place has the feel of a private natural oasis and with its large grounds and lakeside setting gave me the perfect 'canvas' to create my ever expanding gardens. As raising a family and having access to good schools as well as all the amazing things that downtown has to offer were equally as important to us , we were able to find something extremely rare here as we can hop in the car and be anywhere we need to be within minutes of leaving our little oasis. Most people who visit us and discover our hidden retreat are blown away that such a place exists so close to town.
The Unique Benefits at this Cottage:
Wake up to the sound of the waterfall flowing over the dam close to the cottage... enjoy your morning coffee on the porch or down at the dock while watching a Great Blue Heron pass by. Hop into downtown in 5 minutes and enjoy breakfast at Early Girl or Over Easy and peruse the great art galleries and shops afterwards. Come back for the afternoon and take the rowboat out on the lake or just relax with a book in the hammock. Go fishing if you like.If it is in season pick a few vegies from the organic garden and grill out on the porch, hop back into town for some music , theater, or a movie within minutes or stay and watch the sunset over the lack from the dock followed by a nice campfire in the evening. This is all where you are or within 5 minutes but of course when you are ready to venture out you have easy access to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Biltmore House, the Arboretum. white water rafting, a soak in the tubs at Hot Springs, Navitat Canopy tours. maybe you just want to catch a movie at one of two theaters 5 and 10 minutes away.
Contact us
- Primary: + 828-231-0296
- Secondary: +1 828-231-0296
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Photos
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Front entrance upstairs
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Hammock nestled by a beautiful lakeside
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Living room
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bedroom two
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Amazing vegetable gardens. We share!
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Dining area
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Private dock for enjoying your morning cup by the lake, fishing, relaxing
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Bedroom one
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Fully furnished kitchen
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Bathroom
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Surrounded on three sides by forest
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Lakeside terraces and fish ponds
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