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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Arden, NC
  • Biltmore Park Town Square
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Biltmore Estate
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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About the area

Arden

City center stay.Within 6 miles (10 km) of this Arden vacation home, you'll find Southridge Shopping Center and Feed and Seed. Biltmore Park Town Square and Regal Biltmore Grande are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Biltmore Park Town Square - 9 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance - 14 min drive - 14.1 km
  • The Orange Peel - 16 min drive - 15.6 km
  • Asheville Outlets - 17 min drive - 16.5 km
  • Biltmore Estate - 25 min drive - 17.3 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪12 Bones Smokehouse - South - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Rocky’s Hot Chicken Shack South - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fat Cats Billiards - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Royal Cottage Mountain Views, Deck & Close to Downtown AVL, Dog Friendly


This is the perfect mountain getaway. It provides a private and rejuvenating retreat while also being close to Biltmore Village and Downtown Asheville. Royal Cottage offers long-range mountain views, an abundance of privacy, solitude, and room to relax and rejuvenate. It has an open living room/kitchen/dining room floor plan, and an eat-in kitchen. It has a lovely wrap-around deck that is partially covered so you can enjoy the warm days and cool mountain nights

House notes:

* No bedroom on the first floor. All bedrooms are upstairs.
* You must walk up stairs to get to the bedrooms
* No smoking, vaping, or candles.
* Must be at least 25 years old to reserve this property.
* Family-friendly
* Laundry Area to use during your stay
* No 4WD is needed
* The driveway is at an angle going down towards the house so be careful.
* No fire pit at this house
* Gas Grill

Inside Highlights:

* TV in the main bedroom and living room
* Fully stocked kitchen with bakeware, utensils and small appliances
* Coffee pots - standard and Keurig- bring your favorite coffee
* Free Wifi
* Three bedrooms - all upstairs
* Main bedroom has full bath and view of the mountains
* Hallway bathroom with tub/shower upstairs
* Half bath on main floor off the kitchen
* Laundry room you are welcome to use

Outside Highlights:

* Quiet hours after dark.
* Beautiful deck to enjoy a long range view each day or night
* The driveway can hold four cars.
* The driveway is at an angle going down towards the house so be careful.
* You need to climb the stairs to the porch and the second-level bedrooms

Location:
* 8 miles to Biltmore Village/Estate,
* 10 miles to Downtown Asheville,
* 5 miles to Asheville Airport,
* 5 miles to the Blue Ridge Parkway.
* There are numerous grocery stores and excellent restaurants within minutes of the
cottage.

Please Note Dog Rules: We love dogs and we are happy to host your well-behaved dog.

* A dog fee applies for your ONE dog, plus all applicable taxes.
* The size and breed of your dog are needed to register them.
* Please note that you are bringing your dog when making your reservation.
* No puppies - Dog must be at least ONE YEAR OLD
* No attack or aggressive breeds of dogs are allowed
* Must have all shots and flea treatments that are up to date
* Must always be on a leash and under the control of the owner
* Must NOT sleep on beds, couches, or chairs
* You must clean up after your dog and do not flush poop down the toilet
* A dog fee will be charged for the extra cleaning required
* Sorry no cats or other animals/pets

You should also note that this property is managed by a seasoned vacation rental team with 20 years of Five-Star reviews and experience within this area. We provide support and plenty of information before your arrival. We are available during your stay to help out if needed because you are not just booking a home to stay in but a southern mountain hospitality experience.

Property manager

Darlene Witham or Ron Mashburn

Languages

English, German, Russian

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Royal Cottage Mountain Views, Deck & Close to Downtown AVL, Dog Friendly Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Unforgettable!

What a lovely, well decorated & stocked home with great mountain views! Tucked in a quiet neighborhood south of Asheville. Contact with Darlene & Ron was always good/quick.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mt. Fun beautiful 😍

Great stay
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

joe C.

Liked: Cleanliness

So Peaceful

I was really impressed with the location of this property being fairly close to town and yet in the mountains and very quiet and peaceful. Great views. Owner's agent, Ron Mashburn, incredibly responsive to us with a little issue we had and resolved quickly to our satisfaction. We will be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dmytro M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great House with Wonderful Mountain Views

We and our kids enjoyed our stay a lot!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Time!

We had a great visit in North Carolina! This house was wonderful! Such beautiful views from the decks, the beds were comfy, it was quiet and peaceful at the end of busy, activity filled days!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

10 out of 10!

We stayed a week at this home with our two adult children and dog and it was a great experience. The home is clean, has so many amenities, and a beautiful master bath and master balcony. The wrap-around deck offers three sitting areas, including some that are covered for rainy days. The mountain views, especially from the master balcony, are beautiful. We had a lot of fun in Asheville, and this home's location is close to downtown, the River Arts District, Biltmore, and many other locations. We would definitely stay here again. One note: Be aware that black bears roam around this property, including the fenced backyard. It was really cool seeing them, but also a little scary, especially if you're out at night. This is probably going to be a factor in all Asheville locations, though. We would definitely recommend this home ... 10 out of 10!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Becky R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay in Arden

This house was one of the best rentals we have used for vacationing! It was a multigenerational trip with oldest being 70 and youngest 11. Very clean, well organized and great views! Also very well stocked, all bathrooms had hand soap and toilet paper for our stay. Located right near south Asheville, Arden was the perfect location to either pop into Hendersonville or Downtown Asheville. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivia B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect stay!

The Royal Cottage was perfect for our long weekend in Asheville. It's well located between Asheville and Hendersonville, clean, spacious and well-equipped!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

A F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot

Exactly as described! LOVED the view and also loved the master bathroom shower!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Biltmore get away!!

My husband and I and 2 other couples decided to do a quick long weekend getaway to the Biltmore. We chose this house for the views and space! We brought our English cocker spaniel, Pepper. The property was a great set up and worked well with our stay! It was about 1 hour from the “Pretty Place Chapel” and about 15 minutes from the Biltmore entrance. Thank you so much for sharing your home with us! It made our stay from Georgia wonderful!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikki G., Lexington, KY

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring break

We enjoyed our stay at Royal Cottage! The location was great for mountain biking in the area and dining out. We had a place to safely store our mountain bikes for the week when not in use which was nice. The house offered a great outdoor area with pretty mountain views from the back deck or covered side porch with plenty of seating for everyone. The property's backyard is fenced but you must use the deck stairs off the back of the house and down to the driveway to access the gate into the backyard which was fine for our situation.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Royal Cottage

The home was very nice and spacious. Easy to navigate the area and close to the Biltmore Estates. Communication to property was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful sunrises!

It was wonderful to see the changing sunrises from day to day! The house is laid out very nicely. We enjoyed our stay. Ron, the property manager, helped us out many times. We appreciated it. Would stay again!
Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette K.

Liked: Cleanliness

wedding

We attended a family wedding and decided to stay in a VRBO instead of hotel. Our decision was the correct one. The house was in a quiet neighborhood, was extremely clean and close to where we needed to be.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Vacation in Asheville

Great gathering spot, whether in living room, dining room, or kitchen. Nice eastern view for sunrise. Easy access to downtown Asheville, Blue Ridge Pwky, Pisgah National Forest, Brevard area (Dupont), Mt Mitchell, and Chimney Rock.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anissa S., Nicholasville, Kentucky

Liked: Cleanliness

HALLOWEEN WEEKEND

We loved this property and hope to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful stay

Not only is it a beautiful house but the view is beautiful. The deck faces east so we were able to see the sun rise over the mountains. Since we were there in October the leaves were colorful. We agree with other reviews that the driveway could be a problem in snow and ice. We were looking for housing near Asheville where we could see mountains and this fit the bill. Great communication with the manager.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mountain hideway

Was a great place to getaway and enjoy the mountains. The heating and cooling systems are a bit challenging to navigate but they can be mastered so you are comfortable. During our stay, it required air conditioning in part of the day but heat at night.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B., Raleigh, NC

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place

The home was a comfortable stay for a long weekend! Beds were nice, and bathrooms were updated and clean. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine D.

Liked: Cleanliness

visit to Asheville

Great house. Clean and well equipped!
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ruben E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very nice neighborhood

Very clean house, very nice quiet neighborhood, very close to all stores and needs, but still feels like you're far away from thr city noise.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ron B.

Liked: Cleanliness

New Years / Birthday celebration

Perfect location with beautiful views. Easy access to Biltmore & downtown. Quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen N.

Liked: Cleanliness

We had a great time with family in this beautiful city!

Great views from the decks! The house was well stocked and the kitchen had everything we needed. We enjoyed spending time there. We would have liked to have access to the fenced back yard, but other than that, it was perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

James T., San Antonio TX.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome house, furnishings & view!

Short vacation for wife & I to meet up w my sister from Oregon and honor our parents who spent many years in NC. The home is almost at the top of the mountain and has an amazing view to ghe east, esp of the sunrise! Nice beds & linens, excellent kitchen furnishings and appliances, nice furniture and big (enough) screen tv in the L/R. Kitchen even has nice sharp Henckels knives! Really nice pots, pans & dinnerware as well- well above the normal Walmart quality usually found in VRBO’s. Couple of thoughts- driveway is VERY VERY STEEP so if you’re coming when they’re expecting snow you might be stuck and unable to leave. Also, all the bedrooms are upstairs so beware if you have someone w mobility issues. Finally we found one of the flip-up garbage cans raided by raccoons overnight (not our trash but was our mess) so make sure anything that smells like food goes in one of the more sealable trash cans. Overall was a great trip even to ouch we had a couple of rainy days. Thems the breaks.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Warren P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great getaway spot

Great views and is close to everything. Wonderfully renovated house. Appreciate all the little touches.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022