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Private kitchen
Interior
Private kitchen

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61003 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Hendersonville, NC
  • Place, The Park at Flat Rock
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Western North Carolina Air Museum
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Place, Biltmore Estate
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

a whimsical stay in the mountains

A cozy stone home with an artistic flair, Geode Cottage is in a neighborhood 1.2 miles from the interstate and 2 miles from downtown Hendersonville. With two bedrooms and a sofa bed, the cottage invites parties of up to 6 people and pets ($30/pet). Fifteen minutes from the Asheville Airport, half an hour from Asheville, the Pisgah National Forest, and the Blue Ridge Parkway, this location allows quick access to some of the best gems in WNC.

Geode Cottage has parking for several cars, a well equipped laundry nook, a fully stocked kitchen, and a dining table. The living room boasts a flat screen TV with access to Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon Prime. The master bedroom is spacious and has an allocated reading nook with a comfy velvet couch. The additional bedroom hosts the second TV with streaming services. Both bedrooms have highly reviewed Tuft and Needle mattresses. The bathroom has a jacuzzi tub and walk in shower that await you after an active day of outdoor adventures, shopping, or brewery/foodie-hopping. There is also an enclosed privacy fence for you or your dogs to enjoy the backyard without the bother of seeing other neighbors. There is a designated fire pit with chairs for your outdoor enjoyment; please be safe!

Amenities of the kitchen:
-coffee
-coffee maker
-stove
-microwave
-fridge/freezer
-toaster oven
-salt, pepper, and oil
-blender
-cooking ware
-cooking utensils
-and more, should you need anything specific, please let us know

There is no sidewalk or street parking, but there is ample parking in the driveway for several vehicles. The road is 50 ft in front of the house. It offers quick access to downtown and therefore is used frequently, so there is noise from cars.

We do like to let guests know that our driveway is around a blind curve, so be careful pulling out of the property. There is, however, a bubble mirror across the street that allows guests to see around the curve for oncoming traffic.

Flat rock park and jackson park are less than five minutes away and have many trails. Flat rock park has playgrounds and Jackson park has a great fenced in dog-play area.

If you're interested in bringing a pet, the fee is $30 per pet per 5 days.

Our guest fee after four people is $25/person/night.

We don’t accept any animals that live outdoors, as we like to preserve the wildlife and ecosystem surrounding the property.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
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 and cats (limit 5 total)
We charge $30/pet for up to 5 nights
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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 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

Hendersonville is home to this cottage. Chimney Rock State Park and Cedar Mountain Naturaland Trust reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Mineral and Lapidary Museum and Team ECCO Ocean Center and Aquarium. Elijah Mountain Gem Mine and Johnson Farm are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Hendersonville, NC

What's nearby

  • The Park at Flat Rock - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Western North Carolina Air Museum - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Biltmore Estate - 30 min drive - 47.1 km
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance - 30 min drive - 44.9 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 31 min drive - 49.7 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dairi-O - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is a whimsical stay in the mountains pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 5 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at a whimsical stay in the mountains?

As of 5 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at a whimsical stay in the mountains on 28 Apr 2026 start from £101, 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 a whimsical stay in the mountains?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at a whimsical stay in the mountains?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at a whimsical stay in the mountains?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is a whimsical stay in the mountains located?

Situated in Hendersonville, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of The Park at Flat Rock and Western North Carolina Air Museum. Bonclarken Conference Center and Flat Rock Playhouse are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 15 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 15 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 15 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 15 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 15 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

8.2/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Aksel Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Neat little cabin for an overnight stay as we traveled through Hendersonville.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy little house, had a great time cooking and watching movies!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute home, good price!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Faye C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the cottage and knowing that everyplace we visited was close to where we stayed. We loved the back yard and so did our dogs. Thank you so much!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

william

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Everything was great. Will come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful weekend with our grandkids. House was very clean and comfortable with tons of charm. Host was very accommodating and communication was excellent. Very large fenced back yard- perfect for our pups. Looking forward to our next stay at the Geode Cabin!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Bob & Mary Ann A.

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

Nice cottage

Comfortable cottage close to Hendersonville. Nice amenities, well stocked kitchen. Fenced in backyard would have been nicer if grass was cut.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky R.

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

Cozy home away from home

Close to town. Our dogs absolutely loved the yard. The electric fireplace gave a wonderful ambiance. The bundle of wood was such a nice surprise for the fire pit.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Geode Cottage! The home was spacious and had everything we needed. The fenced-in back yard was also excellent for our 3 dogs! I will also add that the host was very accommodating, answering our questions and providing recommendations for hikes and places to visit in the area. It can also be very challenging to find a place that will accept 3 dogs of any size and breed, so we appreciate the hosts being so accommodating! I would highly recommend this cottage for anyone traveling with a small family or with their pets! Thank you :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Denise D.

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

Great location/Cozy and Welcoming

Nicely remodeled. Comfortable beds. Great backyard with tall fence so as to not to see “junkyard” next door. Very convenient location to Flat Rock Playhouse and downtown Hendersonville. Very clean with everything you need, however, small flies throughout the house. Mostly near bathroom. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Silvana P.

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

It was in for what I needed it

Bad area but it was good for what I need
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Matthew P.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Very Noisy toad

Very close to heavy traffic road. Very loud and another road across the street where stop sign is has cars lights shining in house all night. Would never stay here…we actually left the first night because of noise and lights. We could not sleep. Host was very prompt in responses but did not offer any refund for the not so “whimsical” stay in the not so good part about of town. There is a junkyard next door.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Dec 2024
Hello Matthew, Our property description states that there is a frequently trafficked road in front of the house. You all left at 7:30pm, traffic at this time, during a holiday, is high. We do have thick blinds on the windows to avoid light into the house from cars. Our neighbor, whose property does look like a junkyard, is fully blocked by a fence. He is a veteran who collects cars and now he is older. The neighborhood is very safe; there is a high school less than half a mile away and most neighbors are families. I am sorry you had a poor stay and hope that in the future you read property descriptions thoroughly. To future guests, we have never had another guest leave early due to traffic noise and hope this review doesn't deter you from staying with us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alison M.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeannette B.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Marcy F.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

About the host

Hosted by Katherine Dalton

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I am happy to answer any questions about the area. Although my husband and I now live in Asheville, I lived in the cottage for six years and am very well acquainted with the surrounding cities, towns, hiking trails, breweries, and restaurants.

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