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QUAINT MOUNTAIN COTTAGE-BREATH TAKING VIEWS-1.5 MILES TO DOWNTOWN WAYNESVILLE

Family-friendly holiday home in Waynesville

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AHHH…the view at THE ROOST is amazing!
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Beautiful long range view of the mountains on the expansive covered porch
Adirondacks to enjoy the view
2 benches on either side of the porch can be used for outdoor dining for 8pp.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61457 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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  • Place, Balsam Spa
  • Place, Hazelwood Soap Company
  • Place, LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

QUAINT MOUNTAIN COTTAGE-BREATH TAKING VIEWS-1.5 MILES TO DOWNTOWN WAYNESVILLE

An absolutely charming mountain cottage style home with one of the best views in Haywood County. A single level plan with an open living area highlighted by exposed beams, vaulted ceilings and skylights. A split floor plan with a large ensuite master suite on one side and 2 guests rooms and 2 bathrooms on the opposite side of the house gives everyone privacy.

You will have wonderful long-range views of the Balsams at an elevation of 3000’ yet you are only 1.5 miles from downtown Waynesville with all the shops, galleries and outstanding restaurants. Ingles & Walmart are less than 1.5 miles from the house.

All roads to the house are maintained by the city and the driveway and parking area at the house are paved as well. The Roost is the midpoint between Asheville and the Cherokee Indian Reservation and Harrah’s Casino - each about 30-45 minutes from THE ROOST so great for day trips with major highways easily accessible. Bryson City for white water rafting and tubing as well as riding the Great Smoky Mountain Railway are only 40 minutes from THE ROOST.

An incredibly well equipped kitchen including a gas stove, quartz counter tops and an abundance of dishes and cookware will make family mealtime easy. Games, cards, books, and DVDs are available to enjoy during your stay. There are flat screen HD TVs, Blue Ray players in the living room & master bedroom as well as an Apple TV box in the living room but we doubt you will need them with the covered porch and rockers at sunrise and sunset calling your name. The Wifi connection is strong and many have worked remotely from THE ROOST over our years of ownership.

Please note – pets and smoking are not permitted at The Roost. Thank you for honoring this request and our Grandchild with allergies especially thanks you!

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Mountain view

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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
So Sorry - our granddaughter is highly allergic
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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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Waynesville

Located in Waynesville, this holiday home is in the city centre and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Shining Rock Wilderness, while Museum of North Carolina Handicrafts and LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Consider Waynesville Recreation Center, or check out an event or a game at Smoky Mountain Jumphouse. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Waynesville, NC

What's nearby

  • Balsam Spa - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Folkmoot Friendship Center - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Hazelwood Soap Company - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Shelton House - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Maggie's Galley - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Blue Ridge Beer Hub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bogart's Restaurant and Tavern - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is QUAINT MOUNTAIN COTTAGE-BREATH TAKING VIEWS-1.5 MILES TO DOWNTOWN WAYNESVILLE pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at QUAINT MOUNTAIN COTTAGE-BREATH TAKING VIEWS-1.5 MILES TO DOWNTOWN WAYNESVILLE?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at QUAINT MOUNTAIN COTTAGE-BREATH TAKING VIEWS-1.5 MILES TO DOWNTOWN WAYNESVILLE?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at QUAINT MOUNTAIN COTTAGE-BREATH TAKING VIEWS-1.5 MILES TO DOWNTOWN WAYNESVILLE?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is QUAINT MOUNTAIN COTTAGE-BREATH TAKING VIEWS-1.5 MILES TO DOWNTOWN WAYNESVILLE located?

This family-friendly Waynesville holiday home is located in the mountains, within a 15-minute walk of Balsam Spa and Folkmoot Friendship Center. Museum of North Carolina Handicrafts and Hazelwood Soap Company are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 122 out of 123 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 123 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 123 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 123 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 123 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cathy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cabin is so cozy and welcoming! The host has literally thought of everything down to the smallest detail. We could not have enjoyed it more!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirk B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We came to NC for a wedding and to make wonderful memories. The Roost will make the top 5 list of great memories of the week. I can't list everything that was just perfect for our stay, I'd run out of room. The home was our dream for the week and Susan went over the top to be the best hostess we have ever experienced on our over 4 dozen VEBO rentals!We will be back!
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Meticulously maintained home with outstanding views. Owners have thought of everything needed to make stay comfortable and enjoyable. Home is spacious and has lots of natural light. Surrounding grounds are well maintained. Nice neighborhood and excellent location. Owners were easy to communicate with as needed. Will be returning next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was the most special cottage and the most welcoming host. We loved everything about our stay here. The view is spectacular! It was such a convenient location as we enjoyed time in beautiful Waynesville and several other surrounding towns. We saw many beautiful mountain views but none any prettier than the one we enjoyed from the swing on the porch at THE ROOST! The host went out of her way to make sure our stay was perfect - complete with restaurant recommendations and local events and sites info. I highly recommend this gem for a mountain getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

D M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is beautiful, comfortable, clean and extremely welcoming. Fabulous mountain view from the porch. The host was fantastic in her communication, making sure we had all of the pertinent information, made sure everything was going well, and gave us recommendations of restaurants, etc. It could not have been a better experience. We had a wonderful time, and we will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

jorge v.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay, great location

Really enjoyed our stay, the view and the residence was fantastic
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wendy C.

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

Wonderful get away

The property was absolutely beautiful. We loved using the kitchen and cooking in some to enjoy the breathtaking view!! The yard was well maintained and beautiful flowers. We will definitely be renting again. It was home away from home.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy N.

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

Wonderful getaway

The house was beautiful and the view. Very clean and well equipped. The host answered every question and even checked on us during the trip to make sure we had everything we need.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy A.

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

Conference at Lake J

Beautiful setting, well appointed, great host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

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

Magnificent View

Special place! Perfect for friends or family. Every detail accounted for. Best Vrbo we’ve ever stayed in.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marc G.

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

Great time

We had a wonderful stay for our week in Waynesville. The house is super clean with long distance mountain views. We hope to return again.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

William B.

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

Cozy, comfortable, convenient, commanding views of the mountains and valleys nearby!

Having stayed at many nice mountain cottages, we were surprised at how The Roost stands out - both outside and throughout the quaint interior, which is decorated with whimsical chicken accessories and prints. Was not wasted on this older couple.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nano F.

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

Comfortable and inviting

We enjoyed our time at their home. It was perfect for our start of our vacation. We'd highly recommend the home to others.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn L.

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

The Roost

The Roost is the most charming cabin and offers the most spectacular views. The front porch is a fabulous place to begin your day overlooking the mountains and town of Waynesville. Our host was an absolute jewel and was very responsive and organized. I can't say enough. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anmarie B.

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

Great home with beautiful views

Property was in great condition and very clean. Beautiful mountain views, easy access to national park and other activities. Front porch was relaxing with many comfortable seating options.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy C., Tallahassee, Fl

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

The Roost

Wonderful house - great views - but right in town - perfect location!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

sharon m.

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

A restful Roost

Even though we were there during Helene a really bad storm. we were safe and had a beautiful view. the house was beautifully decorated and well set up. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit. After the storm we received helpful support from our host and others we met.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ross S.

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

A wonderful getaway!

We used the Roost as a central meeting spot for Thanksgiving. It was a wonderful and comfortable environment, with two fantastic and hospitable hosts! The entire family loved the ROOST.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

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

Perfect Getaway!

The entire property is enchanting. Seamless stay! Host is super!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

cindy k.

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

Great house, great location, wonderful view.

Everything was perfect. Owners went out of their way to make the home comfortable.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

kristen j.

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

Fantastic

My family and I stayed at this property this month and it was wonderful! The house was exceptionally clean, great location and amazing views. The hosts are so helpful and friendly. My young children loved it as well. Highly recommend and we would love to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Martha A.

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

Spectacular!

The Roost was the perfect place for a weekend getaway!!! Everything was just perfect and the view from the front porch was breathtaking! Susan was always available for questions and the checkin process was super easy!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paul H.

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

Great view!

Had a super fun time, and the cottage felt like home! Views are great and the house had all the things you would have at your own home. Great communication with the host and cleanliness was top notch. Would definitely go back with my family!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mayra C.

Beautiful cabin with amazing views!

Home is beautifully and tastefully decorated. Owners take pride in their home and we were extremely pleased in the home’s ambiance. We will definitely be returning.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Samantha G.

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

LOVED IT!

Thank you so much for letting us enjoy our first trip out of state in your home! The entire trip was amazing! We traveled all over and explored alot of new places!! Can't wait for our next trip!!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

About the host

Hosted by Susan & Keith

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We live in Fayetteville, NC and hope to retire to the beautiful mountains of North Carolina in a few more years. We began our search for a vacation home near Asheville so we could start to learn more about the area and be close to family that lives in Asheville...especially the latest addition to our wonderful family... our 3rd granddaughter!

Why they chose this property

Initially, we were looking in the Asheville/Hendersonville area, wanting to be as close to our Asheville family as we could. We spotted THE ROOST on the internet & loved the cottage look and told our real estate agent if she would drive us over we'd buy her lunch since we were certain we would buy in the Asheville area :-) We wanted her to see the style house that really caught our attention. The 30 minute drive over from Asheville was easy, the lovely neighborhood so close to the center of town, and the amazing rock retaining walls leading up to the house were all wonderful. All it took however was for us to step on the porch and look at the view of the Balsam Range of the Smokey Mountains from 3000' to know this house was the perfect home for us- you just know when you get goose bumps it's something special! And we had not even stepped inside the house yet! Once inside, it was all over - we knew this was the one! Not surprising - our guests now say the same thing :-)

What makes this property unique

So close to downtown yet with killer views! We are so centrally located to enjoy Western North Carolina outdoor activities, festivals and tons of great restaurants. Waynesville is one of the best kept secrets around!

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