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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Explore the area
Hendersonville, NC
Team ECCO Ocean Center and Aquarium
Place, Team ECCO Ocean Center and Aquarium
19 min walk
Hendersonville Little Theatre
Place, Hendersonville Little Theatre
19 min walk
Hendersonville Antique Toy Museum
Place, Hendersonville Antique Toy Museum
3 min drive
Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
15 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Downstairs
1 Single Bed
Master Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Historic Hendersonville NC - Walk to Town - Mountain Get Away
Charming and cozy 1940’s bungalow on a quiet tree shaded street in Hendersonville’s Historic West Side District. Just a brief walk to downtown and Main Street, the shopping and dining destination of choice for locals and visitors from afar. This private home offers convenience, comfort and true mountain style. Mission accented furniture in a welcoming living room invites you to stretch out and relax. To help you unwind there is a 50 inch widescreen Smart TV with full streaming services. Free Wi Fi with high-speed internet is house wide and secure. Adjacent to the living room the kitchen has been upgraded with all new appliances that include microwave, stove/oven, refrigerator/freezer and dishwasher. The kitchen is fully equipped to prepare dinner for two or a banquet. The dining/breakfast room next to the kitchen features expansive views of the side and front yards. The southern exposure keeps it cool and green in the summer and bright and warm in the winter. Sleeps four in two comfortable bedrooms, one with a queen bed and the other with a double bed. There is an additional cable TV in the master bedroom. The single bath has a tub and shower. A large sunroom is entered from either bedroom and opens onto the private back yard. A gas grill is always ready for some backyard fun and food. Downstairs there is a private office with a wireless printer/scanner, a reading nook, a game table and a day bed. A separate utility room with a washer/dryer and folding table, iron and ironing board is also located downstairs. Park your car off the street in the single car garage with remote door opener. The delightful yard with songbirds galore is there to enchant you and the occasional passersby who stroll or bike the friendly neighborhood.
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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Hendersonville
Located in West Side Historic District, a neighbourhood in Hendersonville, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Oakdale Cemetery and Carl Sandburg Home National Historic Site are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Jones Gap State Park and Jackson Park. Team ECCO Ocean Center and Aquarium and Mineral and Lapidary Museum are also worth visiting. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with rock climbing and horse riding nearby.
Team ECCO Ocean Center and Aquarium - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
Henderson County Heritage Museum - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
Hendersonville Little Theatre - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
Hendersonville Antique Toy Museum - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
Jackson Park - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
Getting around
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 17 min drive
Restaurants
Dry Falls Brewing Co. - 20 min walk
Hot Dog World - 19 min walk
Kilwin's - 17 min walk
HenDough Chicken & Donuts - 3 min drive
Southern Streams Coffee House - 10 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Historic Hendersonville NC - Walk to Town - Mountain Get Away pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Historic Hendersonville NC - Walk to Town - Mountain Get Away?
As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Hendersonville NC - Walk to Town - Mountain Get Away on 16 May 2026 start from £163, 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 Historic Hendersonville NC - Walk to Town - Mountain Get Away?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Historic Hendersonville NC - Walk to Town - Mountain Get Away?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Historic Hendersonville NC - Walk to Town - Mountain Get Away?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Historic Hendersonville NC - Walk to Town - Mountain Get Away located?
Located in West Side Historic District, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Oakdale Cemetery and Pardee Hospital. Mineral and Lapidary Museum and Team ECCO Ocean Center and Aquarium are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This is a very nice rental with comfortable bedrooms and a very clean and functional home. It is conveniently located to downtown and the neighborhood setting is amazing as well. I loved my stay there.
Kenneth G.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Apr 2026
Thanks for helping us maintain our high rating status as we strive to make our guests feel safe, comfortable and delighted with their stay in our cottage. Summer bookings are still available. We hope to have you return for another stay soon.
My friend and I enjoyed a weekend stay and we were impressed that anything that we needed had already been anticipated and provided. The home is on a beautiful street which provided a pleasant walk to the downtown area. Every recommendation that was provided by the owner was accurate and appreciated. I would happily come back!
Julie L.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Apr 2026
Thanks so much for your great rating and helpful review. Hendersonville and our beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains are just what we want to share with others. We offer our guests a stay in a relaxed, safe and comfortable setting so you can explore worry free and at your leisure.
Cottage was very comfortable in a nice, well kept neighborhood. Pleasant 15 minute walk to main street. Walking/bike trail nearby. Friendly people everywhere.
BRETT L.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Mar 2026
Thanks for your great rating and review. We value your thoughts and opinion and try to apply them in a way that will enhance the experience for future guests. Please consider a stay with us again. Spring is starting to bust out all over, and bookings are available.
Everything was great, no problems. If we come back this way we'll stay again.
Lamar T.
Stayed 10 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Feb 2026
Thanks for your great rating and review. We are so glad to know you may join the ranks of our many return guests. Spring is just around the corner when Hendersonville really likes to show off its colors.
We loved being able to walk to downtown and to the Ecusta Trail. The surrounding neighborhood is a nice place to walk as well.
barry h.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Nov 2025
Thanks for your great rating and your comments. Walkability is becoming the catchword for our little cottage and neighborhood that is so convenient to just about everywhere.
Very nice house that fits us just perfectly. Very warm and cozy during some very cold winter days. Close to Sandburg House, Ecusta Trail, Laurel Green Park, Biltmore House and Pisgah Forest Gem Mine.
Beverley H.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jan 2026
Thank you for choosing us as a return guest like so many of our other guests have done. The word gets around, and we couldn't be happier to share Maple Glen Cottage this way. Spring bookings are already active..
This property was exactly as described! Excellent location to downtown. Easy walk to town if you choose to do so:)
Regina S.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Oct 2025
Thank you for your rating and review. Our weather is ideal for hosting guests who love a walkable neighborhood with downtown only minutes away. October is the perfect complement to our brew pub scene. Please come back and stay with us again...soon!
We really enjoyed our stay. Cottage is a super cute cozy cottage in the cutest neighhood very convenient to many things. Would definitely stay here again. Host was easy to work with and very responsive.
Robin M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct 2025
Thank you for the great rating and kind remarks in your review. Cooler months are arriving with an invitation to get out and walk our beautiful neighborhood or walk/bike our Ecusta Trail. Shopping, dining and so much more are only minutes away.
Perfect location close to Apple Orchard’s, downtown Hendersonville, and plenty of stores and restaurants. The house itself is adorable, clean and very cozy.
Lorri S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Sept 2025
Thank you for your rating and review. Our Fall season is well underway with apples, of course, being one of the main attractions. The countryside not only has apple orchards and mountains and Fall colors, but there are vineyards and breweries nearby to, also, add enjoyment with great food and beverages and entertainment. Please come back again, soon.
Everything i could possibly want was available to me. All rooms were impressively clean. Located very close to downtown...ideal for me! My host was very concerned and helpful which i appreciated so much! Will definitely be staying here again!!
Judith C.
Stayed 25 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov 2025
Thanks for the great rating. Your feedback is so important to us, and we will pass along your comments to our housekeeper. The holiday season is moving into full swing here in the City of Four Seasons. Please come back and stay with us again - soon!
Great little house! Very clean and comfortable. Close to historical town. We loved it! We would definitely recommend it!
Betty S.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Oct 2025
We love those 5 Stars! Thanks for that and the kind words. Our mountain tops are starting to show color, and the change of season with Autumn splendor is upon us. Please come back and stay with us again, soon.
This is a nice home in a quiet neighborhood, close to downtown, walking trail, and places we enjoyed with our children. We now want to share with our grandchildren- Holmes talking trees, DuPont waterfalls and Carl Sandburg goat farm.
Beverley H.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Nov 2025
Thank you for your great rating and review. Maple Glen Cottage is not only a short stroll from downtown including 7th Ave District and, now, South Main St and Busy Bend...it is also minutes away by car to destinations in the area that include wine vineyards, apple orchards, two state parks, a national historic site, a national parkway and a vast national forest. We look forward to having you back.
This is a great place to stay that is walking distance to Main Street.
Art and Becky l.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2024
Thanks. Please come again. Every day it seems as though a new and wonderful restaurant opens up. Hendersonville is becoming a foodie town with folks driving up from Greenville or down from Asheville to dine. - Bobby D
My daughters and I loved staying here before sleepaway camp dropoff. The beds are very comfortable, the location unbeatable and the house feels like a home. We will definitely stay here again!
Michelle M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul 2025
Thanks Michelle. We look forward to your return. Any time of the year Hendersonville is a welcoming and great getaway. - B
This place has a really relaxed feel to it. It was comfortable and had everything you need. It has a laundry downstairs in the basement. It has a kitchen with all the appliances. It's really close to town. Definitely one of the best places we have ever stayed.
Andrew K.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept 2025
Thanks so much. Please come back and enjoy the City of Four Seasons anytime of the year.
This was my third stay in a quiet house in a great location. I found it relaxing, and the closeness to downtown restaurants meant no parking issues, although the kitchen is well suited to home meal preparation. Compared to increasingly expensive hotels, the value of staying here, which is like having your own house in Hendersonville, remains high.
Cecil G.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Sept 2025
Thank you for your feedback. And, more especially, for coming back to stay with us again. Fall weather and glorious color are taking over. We hope to see you again soon.
The house was cozy, comfortable and quiet. Loved the rural location yet near Main Street. Bobby was very responsive to any questions or requests. Went to an amazing alpaca/llama farm nearby Ellaberry.
Joyce D.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2025
Thanks for your feedback. Fall weather and colors are coming soon. We hope you will come back and enjoy more of the magic of the City of Four Seasons.
We were looking for a good place to celebrate our 45th wedding anniversary and this place is perfect! Great neighborhood and small, well kept house within walking distance of Hendersonville and short driving distance to multiple tourist places like Asheville, Maggie Valley and Cherokee. We’ve actually stayed here multiple times and always check the availability when looking for a place to stay.
Julia P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul 2025
Thanks for your vote of confidence and for joining our wonderful group of guests who keep coming back. Maple Glen Cottage and Hendersonville just seem to be centrally located to all the sights and activities in our exquisite Blue RIdge Mountains. Come back soon. - Bobby D
Beautiful cottage and beautiful surroundings! Wonderful place to relax and unwind. I would recommend this to anyone who wants a cottage near downtown. The bed (and pillows) were super comfortable and the cottage was spotless when we got there. Looking forward to booking another stay at this cottage sometime in the near future.
Steve A.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Jun 2025
Thanks for your great feedback. We look forward to your return visit. Our cottage is not only a short walk to Main St shopping and dining, it is now an easy stroll to nearby parks, coffee houses, brew pubs and great breakfast/lunch eateries - thanks to the new Ecusta Trail opening soon. - Bobby D
Great location for exploring the outdoors yet close to town
The location was great, the house was immaculate, and the owner was extremely easy to communicate with.
Patricia P.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul 2024
Thanks for your vote of confidence. Maple Glen Cottage is a wonderful location - a quiet neighborhood easily accessible to a world of mountain magic and fun. Come back soon. - Bobby D
The place was great! Nice walk to downtown Hendersonville!
Maria L.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jul 2024
Thanks Maria. We have bookings available for the upcoming Fall season when walking our neighborhood is a magical experience. Cool and colorful. Please come and stay with us again. - Bobby D
Perfect proximity for us between biking, brewery hopping, and food. Great weekend!!
Tim H.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Sept 2023
Thanks for your review and comments. We hope you will plan to return and enjoy the biking experience that is now undergoing construction. The Ecusta Trail will be a 19+ mile biking and walking experience from downtown Hendersonville to Brevard that is accessible two blocks away from Maple Glen Cottage. A perfect corridor for the biking brew hoppers and foodies! - Bobby D
About the host
Hosted by Bobby Dowdeswell
Eugenia and Bobby Dowdeswell have lived in Flat Rock/Hendersonville for most of the last 45 years. Eugenia is retired from the Episcopal clergy having served the Diocese of Western North Carolina as Archdeacon for the last eight years of her ministry. Bobby is retired after 36 years of local medical practice as a physician pathologist and 5 additional years as a traveling locum tenens pathologist. They have two married children and five grandchildren.
Why they chose this property
Eugenia and Bobby have owned this property for 25 years enjoying it as a second home from time to time. Offering this delightful cottage as a VRBO has been a labor of love for both of them for the last five years. It is filled with many personal items and furnishings. This is Bobby's first year actually managing the property, as Nancy McKinley, the former Manager, is now retired.
What makes this property unique
As owners and, now, manager of Maple Glen Cottage, Bobby and Eugenia can utilize their longstanding knowledge of the property itself and its wonderful location to make each guest secure, happy and comfortable during their stay.
Languages:
English
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They consistently provide great experiences for their guests