Spacious Retreat ** Unique property ** perfect for up to 20 guests

Located inside the gates of Montreat, BIRDWOOD is a unique 100 year old, 3 story, 4500 sq. ft. purposely vintage vacation home with a terrace and a wraparound porch on a double lot with a large circular drive. The layout of this historic home makes it perfect for a couples getaway, church groups, family reunions, weddings and corporate retreats. BIRDWOOD can easily handle up to 20 guests with 4 kitchens, 4 bathrooms, 10 bedrooms (15 beds), 3 sleeper sofas/futons, 4 day beds, 4 living/dining areas, a sitting room, a terrace, a large wrap around porch, and a screened in porch and lots of parking space. Absolutely perfect for togetherness AND privacy. Four private areas, (TERRACE LODGE, TERRACE BUNGALOW, FOUNDER'S HAVEN, and TREE HOUSE) each has a separate entrance, one or more bedrooms, a bathroom, kitchen, and laundry facilities. The TERRACE BUNGALOW has one bedroom with a queen bed and is located on the first floor/terrace level. The TERRACE LODGE has three bedrooms on the first floor/terrace level. The FOUNDER'S HAVEN has two bedrooms and a study/bedroom and is the second/porch level The TREE HOUSE also has three bedrooms and is located on the top/screened in porch level. Please note that all floors are separate and there is no access between floors from inside except on the first level, which can be locked off if desired. All entrances are outside and in a covered space except for the TERRACE BUNGALOW entrance which is not covered and is directly off the ground floor terrace. BIRDWOOD was built as a boarding house in 1916, so many bedrooms have a sink and mirror in them and direct access to porches or the terrace. In the FOUNDER'S HAVEN and TREE HOUSE you will see original hardwood floors, large windows, ceiling fans and antique doors & hardware. There is a definite vintage feel with many pieces of original antique furniture and numerous family heirlooms throughout the home. Floor plan BIRDWOOD: First/Terrace Level- two private sections which connect through a full size laundry room. TERRACE LODGE - three bedrooms, full kitchen, living/dining area, bathroom with tub/shower, full size washer & dryer. Enjoy access to the terrace for outdoor grilling, dining, and entertaining. Sleeps 8 in beds. Master bedroom- New KING sized bed Bedroom 2 - one QUEEN 4-poster bed and a set of bunk beds Bedroom 3 - two single beds TERRACE BUNGALOW - intimate one bedroom suite, small kitchen, living/dining area, bathroom with shower, direct access to terrace which is perfect for eating, entertaining and enjoying the fresh mountain air, connects to a full size laundry room. Sleeps 2 adults and possibly 2 children on the day beds in the living area. Master bedroom - Queen sized bed FOUNDER'S HAVEN - on the middle level there are two bedrooms and a study/bedroom with a new Queen sleeper sofa. Boasts a large kitchen, updated bathroom with tub/shower, stacked washer/dryer, lovely living/dining room, bedroom/study with a sleeper sofa and a flat screen cable television. Huge wrap around porch has lots of rockers, tables & chairs, and a bench swing. Many parties, family gatherings and receptions have been held here. The porch and terrace combined can handle 50 guests graciously. Sleeps 4 in beds plus 2-4 on sleeper sofas. Master bedroom- Queen sized bed, sink and vanity, direct access to porch Bedroom 2- two single beds, sink & mirror, direct access to porch. This bedroom will make into a King size bed if desired. Study/bedroom 3- queen sleeper sofa TREE HOUSE- is a relaxing three bedroom area which is the third/screened in porch level. It has a sizable kitchen, updated bathroom with tub/shower, stacked washer/dryer, and a comfortable living/dining area with flat screen cable television. The screened in porch has a small day bed & table and chairs to enjoy the view of the treetops and listen to mountain streams nearby. Sleeps 7 in beds if the day bed on sleeping porch is used. Master bedroom- Queen bed Bedroom 2- two single beds, sink & mirror; may be changed into a King, if desired. Bedroom 3- two single beds; may be changed into a King size bed, if desired We look forward to making it perfect for you. The location of BIRDWOOD provides easy access to the center of Montreat and Lake Susan, less than a mile away. The location also makes it perfect for enjoying nature, hiking and biking. BIRDWOOD is a short car ride to the center of Black Mountain with its quaint shops, excellent restaurants, and a large public golf course. While staying in Montreat you are able to join in local activities through the Montreat Clubs and Conference programs. However, our family has found the best places to be are rocking on the FOUNDER'S HAVEN porch with a book or napping on the swing, or up in the TREE HOUSE on the screened in porch with glass of wine or taking leisurely nap on the daybed, or playing with the children (large and small) on the terrace outside the TERRACE LODGE and TERRACE BUNGALOW. We have tried our best with pictures and descriptions, but if you have any questions or concerns one of our family members will be happy to provide more details. We have numerous families, church groups and fall foliage observers that return year after year. Come turn back the hands of time and relax and recharge in our charming "big chill" house.