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Interior
Exterior
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 694 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

5-Acre Hideaway | Screened Porch | Tall Ceilings, Office Loft | Wildlife

Rhymer Haven

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Set on 5 pristine acres, this idyllic 3BR/2.5BA home offers a remote feel just 9 miles from Asheville.

Grill and dine alfresco on the screened porch. Walk the property or simply relax in a rocker on the shaded side porch. Gather around the fireplace in the Great Room under the soaring cathedral ceilings.

The lofted office is an ideal spot to plan the days adventures. Youll love the classic furnishings, wood floors and warm accents, and abundant local wildlife.

LIVING AREA

The Great Room features 25 cathedral ceilings, a wood-burning fireplace, and a smart TV. Doors lead to the screened porch.

The lofted office includes a writing desk.

KITCHEN & DINING

Prepare hearty meals in the kitchen, outfitted with a full suite of appliances and a unique kitchen island with a stone facade.

The dining table offers seating for six and the kitchen bar seats four.

BED & BATH

This home sleeps six guests between three bedrooms.

The primary bedroom is furnished with a king bed. The en-suite bathroom offers a jetted soaking tub and a walk-in shower.

The second bedroom provides a queen bed and the third bedroom includes two twin beds.

The guest bathroom has a tub/shower combination. A half bath adds convenience.

OUTDOOR AREA & AMENITIES

The screened porch has vaulted ceilings, a gas grill, a dining table, and a lounger. Ceiling fans provide a pleasant breeze.

Relax in a rocker on the covered side porch.

EXTRA PERKS & MORE DETAILS

Extra perks include complimentary WiFi, cable TV, and a laundry room with a washer/dryer, ironing board, and iron. Please note the WiFi is slow.

Parking is available for four vehicles in the gravel driveway.

This home has a two-story layout.

LOCATION

Stroll the expansive property and keep your eyes peeled for deer, wild turkey, and rabbits!

Pack a picnic and head to Walnut Island River Park for a wonderful afternoon along the French Broad River or enjoy biking, swimming, fishing, and rafting in this scenic area. Head to Asheville for trendy restaurants and breweries or spend an afternoon at historic Biltmore Village.

WiFi can be slow at times.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 4 vehicles.




Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of North Carolina

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,014 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

68802

About the neighborhood

Map
Alexander, NC

What's nearby

  • University of North Carolina at Asheville - 14 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 17 min drive - 16.0 km
  • The Orange Peel - 18 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Grove Park Country Club - 18 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Biltmore Estate - 22 min drive - 18.5 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Riverside Rhapsody Beer Company - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪High Five Coffee - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 5-Acre Hideaway | Screened Porch | Tall Ceilings, Office Loft | Wildlife pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 5-Acre Hideaway | Screened Porch | Tall Ceilings, Office Loft | Wildlife?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5-Acre Hideaway | Screened Porch | Tall Ceilings, Office Loft | Wildlife?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 5-Acre Hideaway | Screened Porch | Tall Ceilings, Office Loft | Wildlife located?

Situated in Alexander, this vacation home is 2.3 mi (3.8 km) from French Broad River and within 9 mi (15 km) of Leicester Branch Library and Ledges Whitewater Park. University of North Carolina at Asheville and Kimmel Arena are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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5-Acre Hideaway | Screened Porch | Tall Ceilings, Office Loft | Wildlife Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 34 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

Excelent location close to Ashville. Internet is a little slow but not a detriment to a great stay. Clean and well appointed. Will stay there again
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10

House meet all of our needs. The deck with rocking chairs was the best. Close to all Asheville attractions. Great stay!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
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10/10

Easy to get around the area. The house felt private with lots of natural light and comfort.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

My husband and I stayed at this property during our visit to Biltmore. It is about 20 minutes from the Biltmore/downtown Ashville and nestled in the woods. We loved spending time on the screen porch. Definitely recommend this spot!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10

Great house with lots of privacy. Aside from the noisy rooster I would not have even known there were neighbors. Convenient to Asheville. Clean and well kept home.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Very nicely designed house. Near to Asheville.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

We enjoyed our stay. It is a beautiful house with all of the modern conveniences of home. The location was perfect as we were only a few miles from our relatives and had no problems getting together. The weather was great as was the scenic mountain view.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10

The property was beautiful. A nice quiet area. We were visiting family in Weaverville. The coffee maker was not working. Called management, and a new one was delivered right away. Would definitely stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
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10/10

Secluded but near the city. Good beds. Spacious. Vacasa’s full price up front will bring me back to them vs. Air B&B etc.
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8/10

We liked the layout, the open floor plan, and the comfortable furniture. The owner didn’t tell Vacasa the new Internet WiFi information, but Vacasa sent someone for repairs. One issue with the area. It’s out in the country. Lots of outdoor dogs who bark all night and roosters that crow all morning. Bring a white noise machine.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

The house was very clean, and check in was easy. We especially enjoyed the screened in porch. It was about 15 minutes from Asheville but located in a very private area. Our cars had no trouble getting up the driveway. Communication with the property management company was excellent. We would definitely stay here again. We didn’t do any cooking because this area has too much good food and drink but the kitchen seemed well equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

The property was as advertised. The kitchen could benefit from a new stove top as the current one only has two burners. A mention about the ongoing rooster verbalization might be handy although we got used to it! The directions for the TV in the instruction book need to be updated. We were not able to watch any of the New Year’s Eve ballgames and the property manager really didn’t help us solve the issue. The house is very large, clean, and convenient as our daughter lives in the same area. Thank you for your hospitality.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

2/10

We arrived at this (admittedly scenic) cabin at 10:00 pm, only to find there was no drinking water whatsoever and the filter on the fridge was broken. We had arrived by Uber and there were no shops in the vicinity. Had we been warned beforehand that there was no potable water, we would, of course, have made arrangements to bring our own. When we called Vacasa, they told us that the listing didn't promise drinkable water (is this not generally a given in the United States...?). They were also unable to help us fix the wifi, which did not work. There was an unceasing buzzing noise coming from somewhere (we could not locate the source), which was quite maddening. All of these things might have been tolerable had there been any admission/acknowledgment of the myriad inconveniences on the part of the company. We ended up spending one night and leaving as soon as it was light, forfeiting the rest of our stay. I will never again book a vacation rental managed by a company.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10

Nice location. Cozy, clean cabin sorrounded by trees. Not far from Ashville and Biltmore Castle.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10

Nicely furnished, clean and comfortable cabin. About 15-20 minutes from downtown Asheville. You need a 4-wheel drive to get up the driveway, but we thought it as a fun part of our mountain adventure. Cabin is private/secluded. There's a rooster next door, but we only heard it when our windows were open in the morning. Internet is slow but good enough for streaming most of the time. Kitchen is well equipped. Overall a nice place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10

It was a beautiful house with everything we needed; perfect location!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10

We met longtime friends for three days of hiking and brewery tastings! Great house to come back to after a long day!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
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10/10

Beautiful view

2/10

We arrived at the house after several attempts up the drive - very unkept driveway. Then could not get the locks to work - took 3 phone calls and finally a call back from the manager to receive a code that worked. We went to the nice porch to relax to find 2 of the chairs broken but it is a nice porch but then Al night several of the neighbors dogs barked forever.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10

Beautiful home and grounds! Secluded, yet close enough for supplies or shopping! We spent all our time on the screened porch watching the wildlife!! Had a delicious steak dinner off the grill!! What a great girls werkend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10

Great experience with the rental experience from beginning to end.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10

Rhymer Haven worked out well for our week-long stay in Asheville. The house was exactly as described: up-to-date, very clean, and comfortable for our group of 5. The location was pretty convenient with a grocery store and gas station just a short drive away, and no more than 20 minutes to Downtown Asheville, which we enjoyed a lot. Bed were comfortable, showers were hot, and the kitchen had everything we needed for the meals we cooked at home. If you’re coming from out of state (we visited from Ohio), be prepared for twisty-turny mountain roads to get to the property. It took a few days to get used to, but local drivers seemed considerate! The property also has a steep main driveway, but my minivan handled it fine. Very nice home!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

6/10

Pros -Clean, modern, well-kept home with nice appliances, tall ceilings, open floor plan, ceiling fans -Great screened in porch where we ate meals and could enjoy forest scenery (with rooster and chicken sounds from neighbors :) -Plenty of towels, soap provided -kids could play in the yard Cons -Poor phone service -Very weak WiFi therefore couldn’t use TV (Netflix, Amazon Prime or YouTube TV) or other devices (battery also low in firestick remote) -Poor water pressure - would take hours to fill master tub (no light above tub either) -Upper floor is humid and warm -Master bedroom pillows too poofy, gave neck/backache -In master bedroom, you can hear everyone above you on upper floor every footstep they take (noisy if trying to sleep) -dead smell (we had to search around and found a dead squirrel in the wood burning stove- why couldn’t Vacasa check for this before people check in? I texted them and they came and disposed of it). -Watch for poison Ivy in yard -Info online and in the binder do not match and/or is outdated: wrong wifi info on Vacasa webpage, wrong TV user info in binder- made it unusable. -Remote area hard to find with steep driveway (especially at night, in the pouring rain, with no power at the house, which is how we arrived to check in). -Overall poor Vacasa communication
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

8/10

Nice view
Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2022