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Celebrate Spring in a Romantic Fairytale Country Cottage with Views and Falls!!
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10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4850 sq ft
Popular amenities
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Celebrate Spring in a Romantic Fairytale Country Cottage with Views and Falls!!
The Clearfield Cottage is nestled in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains on five acres of pristine countryside with flower and vegetable gardens, and private hiking trails right down to your own little waterfalls! The views of the mountains are spectacular! Available locally is good dining, fun tailgate markets and farm tours, and even an excellent local vineyard. The cottage is located only 30 minutes from Asheville with its world-class restaurants, entertainment and the famous Biltmore Estate. The "2025 Christmas at the Biltmore Estate" opens on November 1st! The cottage is a destination paradise for honeymoons, anniversaries, birthdays and even intimate weddings. Asheville is nearby but you can enjoy the best of both possible worlds by staying in pristine countryside in a beautiful, and artistic private country cottage. is only 1/2 hour away but you can enjoy the best of both possible worlds by staying in pristine countryside in a beautiful, stunning private cottage. You will be enchanted by the Clearfield Cottage which was featured out of thousands of rentals in the area on ABC TV's reality show Sweet Retreats. The cottage is nestled in the Blue Ridge mountains with a spectacular view of Mount Mitchell and surrounding mountains but is only ½ hour from Asheville’s world-class restaurants, entertainment, and the famous Biltmore Estate. The cottage and grounds have become a destination paradise for honeymoons, anniversaries, birthdays and even intimate weddings. This entire two story, romantic cottage is entirely new, fresh, green built, green furnished and eco-friendly. The unique interiors feature original artwork and mosaics by owner and internationally renowned artist Rachel Clearfield. The downstairs kitchen, dining and living area has a stunning mosaic floor, named "Stepping Stones in a Flower Garden" made of Brazilian polished granite. Upstairs is the amazingly intricate, mosaic bathroom shower called "Trees of Beauty" made of European marble and colorful stones. The kitchen has all granite countertops. The upstairs bedroom has a beautifully finished 100-year-old maple floor and a sumptuously comfortable queen size futon bed with luxurious linens.
Outside the cottage there is a peaceful shade garden with a rose covered gazebo in which you can swing, listen to the creek and watch the birds and butterflies. Guests are welcome to enjoy and roam through the beautiful English style flower gardens. You also have a lovely outdoor sitting area right by your back door, perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or sipping a glass of evening Chardonnay and stargazing the sequined night sky without light pollution. There's also a wonderful barbecue, fire pit and sitting area right by your own private creek.
This cottage is a perfect getaway for a romantic weekend, birthdays, anniversaries, soulful retreats, girl’s time together or just a quiet, peaceful place to let go of the challenges and stresses in life and return to the simple joys of existence and beauty. The owners are recording artist, cellist and conductor Ron Clearfield and his wife, fine artist Rachel Clearfield. There is an abundance of creative energy on this property for anyone who needs a place to find that seed of inspiration for their next book, album or painting. Without a doubt, this is a paradise for painters, photographers and nature lovers or just anyone who is looking for a beautiful, fulfilling time in the mountains.
Keywords: Fine art interiors, esthetic, peaceful, meditative, rural beauty, gorgeous views, organic flower gardens, green built, original artwork, wonderful hiking, owner managed.
Outside the cottage there is a peaceful shade garden with a rose covered gazebo in which you can swing, listen to the creek and watch the birds and butterflies. Guests are welcome to enjoy and roam through the beautiful English style flower gardens. You also have a lovely outdoor sitting area right by your back door, perfect for enjoying your morning coffee or sipping a glass of evening Chardonnay and stargazing the sequined night sky without light pollution. There's also a wonderful barbecue, fire pit and sitting area right by your own private creek.
This cottage is a perfect getaway for a romantic weekend, birthdays, anniversaries, soulful retreats, girl’s time together or just a quiet, peaceful place to let go of the challenges and stresses in life and return to the simple joys of existence and beauty. The owners are recording artist, cellist and conductor Ron Clearfield and his wife, fine artist Rachel Clearfield. There is an abundance of creative energy on this property for anyone who needs a place to find that seed of inspiration for their next book, album or painting. Without a doubt, this is a paradise for painters, photographers and nature lovers or just anyone who is looking for a beautiful, fulfilling time in the mountains.
Keywords: Fine art interiors, esthetic, peaceful, meditative, rural beauty, gorgeous views, organic flower gardens, green built, original artwork, wonderful hiking, owner managed.
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10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (151 reviews)
House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Leicester
Located in Leicester, this holiday home is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Marshall Nature Sanctuary and Ledges Whitewater Park, while Marshall High Studios and Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre are cultural highlights. Flow and Botanical Gardens at Asheville are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Leicester, NC
What's nearby
- Addison Farms Vineyard - 20 min drive - 11.3 km
- Leicester Branch Library - 20 min drive - 13.3 km
- French Broad River - 31 min drive - 26.2 km
- Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 38 min drive - 33.5 km
- Biltmore Estate - 41 min drive - 36.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Turkey Creek Café - 19 min drive
- Salty Goat - 19 min drive
- Sovereign Remedies Exchange - 20 min drive
- Smokey Mountain Diner - 19 min drive
- Cafe Azalea - 26 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10
Amenities
10/10
Property conditions & facilities
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Archival
14 Apr, 2016
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2016
Archival
10/10 Excellent
23 Sept, 2012
Perfect Escape
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Christian H.
6 Jun, 2014
Absolutely amazing
Christian H.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Linnea C.
24 Sept, 2017
Wonderful stay!
Linnea C.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Joe M.
10 Oct, 2016
The perfect mountain getaway!
Joe M.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2016
Verified
10/10 Excellent
OSCAR
11 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
OSCAR
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
LESLIE T.
18 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Get away
LESLIE T.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jessica S.
27 Jul, 2018
Relaxing and Beautiful
Jessica S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Adrienne S.
11 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Cottage
Adrienne S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sirena S.
13 Sept, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful & Magical
Sirena S.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
John S.
10 Apr, 2019
Its was a wonderful relaxing time
John S.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Joyce B.
31 Dec, 2017
One of the most incredible places! Every inch is tastefully decorated and the views spectacular .
Joyce B.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sharon and Butch D.
5 Nov, 2018
PERFECT!
Sharon and Butch D.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jeremy F.
16 Jan, 2018
Wonderful family escape
Jeremy F.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Knox P.
12 Oct, 2016
What we were expecting, and more!
Knox P.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2016
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Aisha N.
11 Mar, 2014
Missing our little cottage...
Aisha N.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
John C.
22 Mar, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our second stay
John C.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Maureen M.
10 Jul, 2016
Fantastic place!
Maureen M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2016
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Jose C.
20 Oct, 2015
Great views
Jose C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2015
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kumar P.
8 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely Amazing!!
Kumar P.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Melissa S.
13 Feb, 2017
Magical
Melissa S.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2016
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Ione F.
31 Jul, 2017
Beautiful place and delightful hosts
Ione F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017
Archival
10/10 Excellent
18 Jun, 2013
Idyllic Getaway
Archival
10/10 Excellent
14 Nov, 2011
fabulous cottage and great hosts
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Susan I.
14 Jun, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magic in the Mountains
Susan I.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2019
About the host
Hosted by Ron Clearfield
Owner's Ron and Rachel Clearfield are musicians and artists. We've practiced meditation, sustainable living and the joys of life for many decades. The beauty of nature, art, music and healthy lifestyles are foremost in our beliefs.
Why they chose this property
We actually built this guest cottage just recently. A labor of love, situated on our beautiful land; a place to share with others who are looking for something unique. We chose nearby Asheville because Asheville rocks! Incredible restaurants, entertainment and always fun things to do and people to see. They don't call it the "Paris' of the South" for nothing!
What makes this property unique
We've personally stayed many times in the cottage and have always been impressed with how peaceful, esthetically inspiring, quiet and restful our stay was.
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