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Interior
Private kitchen
Room
Property grounds

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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Black Mountain, NC
  • Place, Black Mountain Golf Club
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Tomahawk
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Biltmore Estate
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

Whimsical Mountain Cottage

Located on the edge of the Black Mountain golf course, this magical little cottage in the trees is a peaceful retreat for you alone, or you and a guest. Less than three miles from the Craggy Mountains, Migration Station is the perfect setting for outdoor enthusiasts. For music lovers it's a short trip to Asheville, famous for its live music and culture. For conference attendees, the house is located about two miles from Montreat or from Camp Rockmont, home of the LEAF festival, and is only 10 minutes from Warren Wilson College. Five min drive from downtown Black Mountain for lunch and a visit to the many lovely shops in bustling downtown. The cottage is located on 2 acres and shares a driveway with the owners' house.

Downstairs, Migration Station boasts a fully equipped kitchen, large outdoor patio and bar area, bathroom with a spacious shower and heated floor tiles, and a washer/dryer. Bedroom with a queen located upstairs, with a bonus room attached for games, yoga, or reading and relaxing. Attached to the loft bedroom is a quaint back deck among the rhododendron and Japanese Maples, providing a private and meditative space in nature for your stay. Migration Station has proven a favorite sanctuary for artists and musicians from around the world.
SHEETS AND TOWELS INCLUDED.
PLEASE NOTE: This property is smaller pet friendly with a pet fee. Please indicate as such when booking.

Migration Station is pet friendly with an additional pet fee.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Frequently asked questions

Is Whimsical Mountain Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Whimsical Mountain Cottage?

As of 4 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whimsical Mountain Cottage on 31 Aug 2026 start from £143, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Whimsical Mountain Cottage?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Whimsical Mountain Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whimsical Mountain Cottage?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Whimsical Mountain Cottage located?

Situated in Black Mountain, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Black Mountain Golf Club, Lake Tomahawk and White Horse Black Mountain. The Merry Wine Market and Swannanoa Valley Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Cottage

Very unique, very cozy. We found the entire stay very relaxing.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyler J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Anniversary babymoon

we had a wonderful time at this cabin. A great getaway tucked away made it the perfect destination for our weekend getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct 2022
Aw, wonderful! We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed your baby moon anniversary stay! Best wishes to you and your growing family.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bob L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quick Get Away

It was a nice cozy stay, perfect location for our activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katrina K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home and great setting!

We had a wonderful time in this unique home. The house was in awesome shape and the owners even provided us with complimentary wine and bread! The setting was so lovely and we hiked daily. There is a lot to do close by in Black Mountain! We'd stay here again!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Dec 2022
So glad you enjoyed your time here Katrina! We welcome you both back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jordan A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend getaway

This property is fairly secluded in the woods and was a peaceful stay. Would recommend. The property manager left us some welcoming items, which was a nice touch.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

nice little spot in the mountains

I enjoyed my stay here for two nights. Definitely make sure you're ok with stairs given the split level (bed is up the stairs from the main level, and bathroom is on main). Host was very kind and great to deal with.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and unique

Super location and cozy place. We loved the woody surroundings with the beautiful laurels. Please know the bedroom is located upstairs, and the bathroom downstairs, so that may be an issue for some people.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ethan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ethan and Morgan’s visit

Very nice. Was sent great directions from the host about things to do in the surrounding area. Was also given a welcoming present from their local bakery, which was a nice touch. House was clean and everything worked inside. Overall a great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Outstanding

A magical property. Built by the owner with custom craftsmanship and inlays abound. Well worth the price if admission.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct 2022
Thank you so much Dan! We welcome you back anytime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great way to end 2022

We loved winding down from Christmas and preparing for the new year over a couple of days here. Black mountain was lovely, as was the comfy and warm cabin. Very grateful!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely beautiful Cabin

We were in awe of the detail of this cabin. From the welcoming gate to an outdoor bar/firepit to the exquisite detail of every turn inside the cabin, we just loved it! The overall feel is very secluded but it's located a short 1.5 miles to fantastic dining, shops and local fare. Directly across the road from a golf course made lovely walked for our Frenchie in the mornings. We have already recommended and will definitely return when we are in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Peaceful Retreat

My stay at the Migration Station was exactly what I needed. Just outside of town so that felt surrounded by nature yet had access to stores and the like as needed. The house itself is beautiful, from the porch overlook to the wood inlays throughout the rest of the house. Communication with the owner was always quick in terms of response time and helpful. My stay was too short and I look forward to staying here again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Grant C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Secluded, yet close to town.

The cabin is ideal for a couple that desires relaxation and seclusion. The cabin is very cool with beautiful inlaid flooring and the fine wooden craftmanship is everywhere you look. The deck and immediate outside area reminds me of Bali, Indonesia. The cottage is showing some wear, but is still beautiful and must have been incredible some years ago. Very easy drive to get downtown wich is abundant of restaurants and many small stores and shops. Our host, Kellin, ensured that we felt welcome and was responsive to any questions or assistance. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Winfred M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Black Mtn

The cabin is not ideal for older people. Parking is difficult as you have to back into a spot on a curve and hill in the driveway. The bedroom is upstairs and the bath is downstairs. It was not dirty but needs some TLC. The owners were very nice and helped with a couple of issues that came up. The cabin had all the supplies we needed. It was a good location. Town was close by with a lot of shops and places to eat. Loved Black Mountain.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jul 2023
I’m so sorry to hear you were uncomfortable with the set up of our home & it did not meet your standards. We try very hard to make our guests as comfortable as possible and have put a lot of tlc into the migration station, and I’m sorry that did not translate for you and your wife. If you could please pay the pet fee that you disregarded upon booking, we would greatly appreciate it! Happy trails to you and your wife, and thanks for staying with us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beauty in the Woods

Migration Station is one of the most lovely, restful, and aesthetically pleasing places I have ever been in my life, which is saying something given my age and how many places I have traveled to in my lifetime. . Everything from kind and thought-filled connection/correspondence to the beauty and spirit of the place itself made this one of the most delightful and restful stays I have ever enjoyed via Vrbo. I was attending a conference that takes place every three years and honestly I can’t wait to return to this lovely, gracious and beautiful place.three years from now. The conference I attend is work— but this place, which is located not far from where the conference occurs? Honestly it’s the primary reason I look forward to returning to NC. Beauty. Simplicity. Hospitality. Welcome home!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Oct 2022
Thank you so much! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. See you next year!
Verified

8/10 Good

Bobby B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

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Hosted by Kellin

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