Mountain Gem I Pet Friendly Luxury Cottage in Cheshire Village

Top rated by guests
Welcome to Mountain Gem!
Chef's kitchen with gas range and dishwasher.
Wine cooler and coffee bar with standard drip & Keurig coffee maker.
Chef's kitchen with gas range and dishwasher.
Dine in the fresh mountain air on the wrap-around porch.
review stars
9.6Outstanding
(23 Ratings)
"We travel to Black Mountain every year and this has been our best house so far. It is in a beautiful and serene neighborhood. The house is gorgeous and the listing was accurate. We had an ac issue dur..."
Linda B.
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9.6 / 10.0
Outstanding(23 Ratings)

Cabin in Black Mountain, NC

8 guests · 4 bedrooms · 3 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area

About this cabin rental

Formerly known as Idle Awhile, this luxurious and exquisite "Mountain Gem" is tucked away in Black Mountain's charming Village of Cheshire. Stay in and enjoy the chef's kitchen with top-of-the-line appliances, cookware, a wine cooler, and a coffee bar, or venture out to experience Beradu, Sake Sushi, or Cheshire Arms, all within walking distance.

About the Home
• Fully equipped chef's kitchen with gas range, dishwasher, wine cooler, and coffee bar with standard drip coffee maker and Keurig
• Open-concept dining area with seating for 6; living room with 55" TV (with sound bar), Sonos music system, and gas fireplace
• Lower-level den with dedicated workspace, TV, and gas log fireplace
• Wrap-around porch with seating and dining area; back patio with Adirondack rockers, outdoor fire pit, and gas grill

Where to Unwind
• Main floor primary bedroom with king-size bed, TV, and en suite bathroom with walk-in shower and jetted soaking tub
• Lower-level bedroom with king-size bed, TV, and sitting area; full bathroom with walk-in shower
• Upper-level bedroom with queen-size bed
• Upper-level bedroom with queen-size bed; full bathroom, with bathtub and shower combination, can be accessed from the hallway

Where to Explore
• Beradu Specialty Market, Kitchen & Bar | • Sake Sushi | • Nearest Gas, Ingles iMarket | 3 minutes
• Nearest Grocery, Ingles Market | 3 minutes
• Downtown Black Mountain | 4 minutes
• Lookout Mountain Trail Head | 13 minutes
• The Blue Ridge Parkway | 13 minutes
• Downtown Asheville | 19 minutes
• The Biltmore Estate | 25 minutes

Please note: This house is dog-friendly, with a $100.00 non-refundable fee per dog (maximum of two). Sorry, this home is not cat-friendly due to common allergies. This home is laid out on three floors, and the main entrance requires you to use 2 flights of exterior stairs (approximately 14 steps). This home is not suitable or recommended for groups with mobility concerns.

Amenities at Mountain Gem I Pet Friendly Luxury Cottage in Cheshire Village

Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly

Map of Black Mountain, NC


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    Ratings and reviews

    9.6 / 10.0
    Outstanding(23 Ratings)
    10.0 / 10.0
    We travel to Black Mountain every year and this has been our best house so far. It is in a beautiful and serene neighborhood. The house is gorgeous and the listing was accurate. We had an ac issue during our stay and the property manager quickly responded and resolved the issue. There are little trails throughout the neighborhood and a little creek. We really enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend this home. We will likely stay here again!
    6.0 / 10.0
    Everything was just as it was supposed to be. It was our fourth rental in this neighborhood. BUT on the first night the windows were rattling and it sounded like a truck was parked outside the master to make such a noise and effect. We turned the entire hvac off and could not figure out the noise. Sleeping on the couch in the middle of the house helped but it was a terrible night. The next morning we did tell property management. They did come out to claim they found nothing wrong. There is a compressor outside the master windows. Well the noise was gone when we go back but clearly something was broke and fixed. We were frustrated at the misery of one nights sleep and the effort and coordination needed the next day when we were supposed to be relaxed on a fishing trip. They offered $100 off a $3k booking only. I declined that and they said that was just dandy. Recommended we check out for a full refund and go to a hotel. Pretty snarky especially if you’ve been to black mountain. There’s one hotel. I think the maintenance team missed a regular maintenance on the compressor and then lied to the management team who then gaslit us. Should have been handled better.
    10.0 / 10.0
    We had an amazing time, house was beautiful and well-appointed!
    4.0 / 10.0
    Neither the pictures nor the listing described the stairs adequately. Three levels, very steep stairs, treacherous stone steps especially when wet. No keys provided and passcode lock on main (2nd) level only. Construction on houses going up behind not mentioned until past the cancel date. Entire house needs power wash badly, spiders, cobwebs, moss, dust on porches. Great location but quirky items, e.g. a wall switch required to turn power on the dishwasher, a noisy ice maker that could not be turned off, AC difficult to control, too warm or freezing. It’s a 3.5 star listing with a 5 star price. One parking space only adjacent to the basement level. And, the trash can opening instruction is incorrect.
    10.0 / 10.0
    The property was spotless and beautifully decorated. It fit 4 of us great. Neighborhood is gorgeous and the management company is very professional, accommodating and friendly. Wish there were more lights, a view of the mountains and the tv wasn’t so awkward. Would recommend!!
    10.0 / 10.0
    Such a nice house and Greybeard is a step above as a property manager. The Cheshire area is super nice and you can walk to a small store and 2 restaurants. The restaurants aren’t opened every day, so check the times. All around, a fantastic experience.
    10.0 / 10.0
    Idle Awhile was the perfect place for our family gathering. With bedrooms on each of three floors we all had our privacy. We loved the fact that we were close to Asheville and Montreat. Black Mountain was a delightful town with lots of great eating places. The house had all the amenities one needed. My only concern was having to stand up to use the remote control for the tv on the main floor.
    10.0 / 10.0
    nice home in a nice quiet neighborhood

    FAQs

    Is parking included with this cabin?

    Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Mountain Gem I Pet Friendly Luxury Cottage in Cheshire Village. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

    Is there a pool at this cabin?

    We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cabin. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

    Is Mountain Gem I Pet Friendly Luxury Cottage in Cheshire Village pet friendly?

    Yes! This cabin is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

    What amenities are available at Mountain Gem I Pet Friendly Luxury Cottage in Cheshire Village?

    We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, pets allowed, and family friendly.


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