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The front of the 1880's Victorian addition which is wrapped around the original 1845 two room cabin!
Enjoy the babbling brook from the large yard behind the houses.  The deck of the cottage has a grill so even the cook enjoys the scene.
These double porches face east for a beautiful sunrise with a steaming cup of coffee.
The Sapphire Serenity room resplendent with natural light, sapphire blues and white.
The Emerald Escape with four poster rice bed and adjoining bathroom with claw-footed tub!
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7 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 166491 sq ft

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Asheville, NC
  • Popular LocationUniversity of North Carolina at Asheville20 min drive
  • Popular LocationHarrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville21 min drive
  • Popular LocationThe Orange Peel21 min drive
  • AirportAsheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)36 min drive

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Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6

1 King Bed

Bedroom 7

1 Queen Bed

7 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Bathroom 4

Bathroom 5

Bathroom 6

Bathroom 7

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Garden

About this property

Asheville's Family Reunion Spot!

Historic Country Estate in Asheville

The Carolina Jewel is the most unique vacation rental in the Asheville area. The main house has history and character and maintains a casual luxury that other homes cannot duplicate. The two houses sit about 100 yards apart and are joined by a footbridge over the creek with water cascading over the moss covered rocks. The porches, decks, benches, and a firepit all provide the setting for creating precious memories.

The Carolina Jewel has 5 bedrooms in the historic 1845 Victorian Farmhouse and an additional 2 bedrooms in the spacious Creekside Crystal Cottage on the property across the creek underneath a canopy of trees. Each of the suites in the Historic house, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, has its’ own unique charm. All bedrooms have private baths and fireplaces equipped with gas logs.
The oldest portion of the home, the Great Room that was built in 1845, has rustic rough-hewn logs and its fireplace is made of rocks pulled from the fields outside. Adjacent to the great room is the fully stocked modern kitchen and laundry room for your use. In 1880 an addition, of the Victorian style, was added to the log cabin to accommodate the growing family. A major interior renovation in 1999, added luxury bathrooms without disturbing the charm of the by gone era.
The Carolina Jewel is situated on 4 acres with a stream running through the property, a great firepit, swing, hammocks, decks, porches, and a large level area for the kids to run and play.

The Carolina Jewel locations is ideal with the heart of downtown Asheville only 15 minutes away. Uber and Lyft will pick up and deliver to the Carolina Jewel. The charming town of Weaverville is only 8 miles away and the Blue Ridge Parkway entrance is a mere 5 miles. Many of the top outdoor activities are located within a 20 minute drive; everything from river rafting to zip lines and gem mining! There is even an apple orchard in the neighborhood. You will also find some of the best restaurants as well as some of the best kept secrets that your host will share with you. But, then again, many of our guest book the Carolina Jewel because they want to visit Asheville yet when they arrive and unwind they don’t even want to leave the property!

Guest have access to all parts of both houses.

Michael & Eva like to greet all guest to show the quirks of the old house. We are always available for our guest.

The Carolina Jewel is located at the entrance to the Hawks Landing community which is an upscale community in the valley. It is a good neighborhood for a walk with great neighbors.
Quite time after 10 PM.

Please inquire about pets, we love our fur babies of the canine variety but do limit the number and size of dogs. There is a pet fee of 75 per pet.

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Eva Greene
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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

Weaverville

Located in Weaverville, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Pisgah National Forest and Biltmore Estate. Botanical Gardens at Asheville and Dream Guitars are also worth visiting.
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Asheville, NC

What's nearby

  • University of North Carolina at Asheville - 20 min drive
  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 21 min drive
  • Grove Park Country Club - 21 min drive
  • The Orange Peel - 21 min drive
  • Biltmore Estate - 34 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 13 min drive
  • Starbucks - 11 min drive
  • La Carreta - 12 min drive
  • Burger King - 13 min drive
  • Chapala Mexican Restaurant - 11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Asheville's Family Reunion Spot! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Asheville's Family Reunion Spot!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Asheville's Family Reunion Spot!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Asheville's Family Reunion Spot! located?

Situated on the waterfront, this holiday home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Vance Birthplace and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Reems Creek Golf Club. Pisgah National Forest and Dry Ridge Historical Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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10/10 Excellent

Carolyn L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Family Celebration Weekend
Our family of 14 stayed at the Carolina Jewel and I cannot say enough grerat things about this property! We were in the area to celebrate our son's marriage from the year before and the property exceeded our expectations. Not only was it perfectly charming, especially if you love beautiful old historic properties, but it had so much room that even with our large number we never felt crowded. The bedrooms were spacious and with all of the ammenities right down to the little touches like shampoo/conditioner. And while it is steeped in history, it has also been updated and had all of the modern conveniences you could want like jacuzzi tubs in almost every bathroom and a very well stocked kitchen inlcuding Keurig coffee maker, We loved it so much as a family that we are talking about maybe coming together there in the future. Eva was a fabulous and very reponsive host. She came out to help us get settled and was very quick to answer any question we had. If you want a beautiful location for a large crowd - try the Carolina Jewel - you won't be sorry!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vince A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sibling gathering
This property was well laid out for our large gathering. The Creekside Cottage was a nice addition to accommodate everyone comfortably. The grounds were very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mindy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So much charm and character!
House is beautiful. Came equipped with everything we needed for our stay. Wonderful property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth J.

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Historic retreat
Great place to meet family and friends! Plenty of room and privacy for the group.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

laura p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful wedding weekend
My nephew was getting married at a nearby venue and my mom wanted all of us(13+) to stay together. I rented the carolina jewel, the cabin and the treehouse and it was perfect. It is always nerve wracking to book a spot for that many people but everyone loved it. My 2 married nephews and their young children stayed in the cabin. The bridge over the creek was a favorite of the 3 yos as was the swing. The firepit was utilized both on thursday night for just the family and Friday night for family and groomsmen. Each bedroom had a cool bathroom attached. My 84 yo mom stayed in the 1 downstairs room with a walkin shower. I liked the fact the tv was only in 1 room so people were more inclined to spend time together. I cannot say enough good thjngs about the carolina jewel. We would definitely stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Eva Greene

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Michael & Eva Greene, Asheville natives who have had the luck to be able to live in Asheville all their lives (well it’s not over yet, but who’s counting!) Michael comes from a long line of jewelers and is passionate about gemstones, thus the inspiration for naming the suites in the Carolina Jewel. Eva spent 25 years in the travel business and then joined Michael in the family business. Together they have traveled much of the world and consider themselves blessed to live in Western North Carolina. Today they are transiting the business to the next generation which gives them the freedom to interact with and be concierge to guest coming to visit.

Why they chose this property

It is unusual to find such a historic property that has been so well restored and maintained. The history and beauty of Buncombe County makes it a great place to visit or a great place to call home. We often tell visitors that we live in Asheville due to an accident of birth. We were both born here and are fortunate that we are able to claim the title of Natives.

The location of The Carolina Jewel is perfect. Only 5 miles to the Blue Ridge Parkway. About 15 minutes from all the amazing restaurants, art galleries and nightlife of Asheville. Only a few miles from the charming small town of Weaverville which is growing with its own expanding collections of food and art.

Outdoor activist will love the proximity of the river with its canoeing, rafting and tubing as well as fishing. Motorcycles and bicycles co-exist peacefully in Asheville.

And if you tire of eating out in all the fine eating establishments there are plenty of tail gate markets, farmers markets, and food trucks for carry out or engage the services of our recommended private chef who will cook and clean up while you relax around the fire.

What makes this property unique

The unique benefit of choosing the Carolina Jewel is the experience of stepping into a home that is 170 years old and thriving! The furnishing are period pieces combined with family pieces that have been lovingly restored and put back into use.

Another of the benefits are the beds and the linens. Luxury memory foam mattresses and pillow top mattresses will assure you of a great nights sleep!

The kitchens are fully equipped with Williams-Sonoma stainless steel cookware and quality knives for the most discriminating chef. A variety of spices, olive oil, vinegar, coffee and creamers are supplied.

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