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Amazing Grace on Mackey Creek | 5 Acres | Screened Porch | Fire Pit

Riverside holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Living room with vaulted ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows, wood-burning fireplace, and Smart TV (streaming & cable available).
Welcome to Amazing Grace!
Dining for 6 on the screened-in back porch with beautiful winter views of mountains and Mackey Creek.
Listen to the relaxing sounds of Mackey Creek around the backyard fire pit.
Front exterior view.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 62100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Old Fort, NC
  • Place, Mount Mitchell
  • Place, Old Fort Railroad Museum
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Catawba Falls
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Half Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Dining area

About this property

Amazing Grace on Mackey Creek | 5 Acres | Screened Porch | Fire Pit

Welcome to Amazing Grace—a hidden gem nestled on 5 private, serene acres with Mackey Creek flowing through the entire property. From the moment you arrive, you'll feel the world slow down. This is where time stretches, worries fade, and the only soundtrack is the gentle song of the creek never far away. Come to listen. Come to breathe. Come to heal. Come to remember to whom you belong when the world quiets down. Whether you're seeking romantic seclusion, family memories, or a quiet place to reconnect with yourself or your creator—Amazing Grace offers it all.

About the Home
-Open living and dining room with vaulted ceiling, floor-to-ceiling windows, heart pine hardwood floors, beautiful large wood-burning fireplace, 4K 65” Smart TV with streaming and cable TV, and dining for 6+
-Well-equipped kitchen with view of the creek, breakfast nook, dishwasher, Keurig, and drip-style coffee maker
-Fire pit overlooking the creek with Adirondack chairs
-Masterbuilt Electric Smoker and Charcoal BBQ grill
-Connect your music to the Bose stereo speaker via Bluetooth
-Swimming Hole
-Expansive, level yard that parallels the creek for provided outdoor games that include Croquet, Corn Hole, and Bocce Ball

Where to Unwind
-Main floor primary bedroom with king-size bed, TV with streaming and cable TV, en suite bathroom with jetted soaking tub, walk-in shower, and spacious vanity. French doors open onto the screened-in porch.
-The home offers two additional bedrooms: one with a queen-size bed and one with 2 twin-size beds, along with a full bathroom (with a shower and bathtub combination) that is accessed from the hallway.
-The entire back half of the house has a view of the creek.

Where to Explore
-Catawba Falls Trail | 17 minutes
-Kitsuma Mountain Biking Trail | 19 minutes
-Black Mountain | 19 minutes
-Blue Ridge Parkway | 26 minutes
-Asheville 32 minutes
-Biltmore Estate | 32 minutes
-Chimney Rock | 56 minutes (with current road closures)
-Pisgah National Forest Hiking Trails, including Hawksbill Mountain Trail, Looking Glass Rock Trail, Graveyard Upper Falls Trail, and many more, all within a 15-minute to 1-hour drive, in, around, and through the beautiful Pisgah National Forest.
-Surrounded by numerous waterfalls, including Tom's Creek Falls, Linville Falls, Roaring Fork Falls, Crabtree Falls, Douglas Falls, and many more, all within a 30-minute to 1-hour drive in, around, and through the beautiful Pisgah National Forest.
-Gogo Cinnamon Rolls | 7 minutes
-Hillman Brewing, Downtown Old Fort | 8 minutes
-Nearest Grocery, Piggly Wiggly | 8 minutes
-Nearest Gas, Shuford's Convenience Store | 1 minute

Please note: This home is not pet-friendly.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Old Fort

Located in Old Fort, this holiday home is in the mountains and on the waterfront. Catawba River and Pisgah National Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Old Fort Railroad Museum and The Merry Wine Market. Ten Thousand Villages and Hop'n Blueberry 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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Old Fort, NC

What's nearby

  • Old Fort Railroad Museum - 8 min drive - 9.7 km
  • Catawba Falls - 15 min drive - 17.0 km
  • Roaring Fork Waterfalls - 33 min drive - 31.2 km
  • Lake Lure - 42 min drive - 36.8 km
  • Biltmore Estate - 43 min drive - 55.5 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪J. Hartman's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Amazing Grace on Mackey Creek | 5 Acres | Screened Porch | Fire Pit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Amazing Grace on Mackey Creek | 5 Acres | Screened Porch | Fire Pit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Amazing Grace on Mackey Creek | 5 Acres | Screened Porch | Fire Pit?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Amazing Grace on Mackey Creek | 5 Acres | Screened Porch | Fire Pit located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) from Catawba River and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Pisgah National Forest. Historic Carson House and Arrowhead Monument are also within 6 miles (10 km).

About the host

Hosted by Greybeard Rentals

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Greybeard Rentals manages over 225 vacation rentals in Asheville, Black Mountain, Lake James, and the surrounding Western North Carolina region. A locally owned and operated business for over 25 years, Greybeard Rentals team of 20+ rental specialists are available to provide 24/7 rental emergency support for any rental issues that arise. They are also available to assist with any questions you may have about restaurant recommendations, activities, and more

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