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ARTIST MTN RETREAT

Riverfront apartment in Penrose with kitchen

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Nestled in the Appalachian Mountains, Firefly Cottage offers a peaceful retreat with a separate bedroom and kitchen/dining/living area. Spend your days exploring DuPont State Forest's waterfalls and hiking trails or unwind on the porch with Blythe, our charming property cat.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen
  • Mountain view

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About this property

Entire place

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

ARTIST MTN RETREAT

Stop dreaming about the Blue Ridge Mountains, and come experience them! Nestled in the Appalachian Mountains, Firefly Cottage provides a peaceful and cozy spot to spend your special time. It is the historical location of Orr's Store (please look inside the cottage to read more about the history). This is an efficiency apartment that includes one separate bedroom, one bathroom, plus a kitchen/dining/living area. We are located 3 miles from DuPont State Forest which provides waterfalls, hiking trails, and biking trails. Pisgah National Forest is located approximately 9 miles away. Enjoy the local breweries and shops in downtown Brevard and Hendersonville, NC. Eclectic Asheville and Asheville Regional Airport are only 30 minutes away.
Check in- 3 pm
Check out- 11 am
LGBTQ+ friendly.
This property easily accommodates 2 people.
It is not set up for animals or children.

Spend some time reflecting, resting, and restoring your soul at Firefly Cottage. ♡

Also, in the pictures, you will see the property cat "Blythe." He loves people and will most certainly welcome you. He will tell you he wants to come inside and hang out with you, but he is not allowed inside (only on the porch). He likes to smooth talk people into sharing their breakfast with him. Silly Blythe!

We now offer "add-on's". As you can see in the photos, we offer packages with Biltmore Estate wine, cheese plates, locally made chocolates, and flower arrangements. These are great options for that special someone! Please contact us for more information.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Porch/lanai

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: outside only

Location highlights

  • On a river

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Water tubing 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)

General

  • Property does not allow children

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside only

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
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

About the neighborhood

Located in Penrose, this apartment is on a river. Crystal Mountain Gem Mine and Transylvania Heritage Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Bracken Preserve and Caesars Head State Park. Mineral and Lapidary Museum and Team ECCO Ocean Center and Aquarium are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and water tubing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking.
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Penrose, NC

What's nearby

  • High Falls - 12 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Moonshine Mountain Snow Tubing Park - 17 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Brevard College - 19 min drive - 17.9 km
  • Brevard Music Center - 24 min drive - 20.5 km
  • Fred W. Symmes Chapel - 26 min drive - 26.3 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tasty Weasel Taproom - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Blue Ridge Pizza Company - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Salty Landing - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪El Chapala - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is ARTIST MTN RETREAT pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at ARTIST MTN RETREAT?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at ARTIST MTN RETREAT?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is ARTIST MTN RETREAT located?

Situated on a river, this apartment building is within 9 mi (15 km) of French Broad River, High Falls, and Davidson River. Sideways Farm & Brewery and Etowah Valley Golf Club are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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ARTIST MTN RETREAT Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy-Lynn A.

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

Birthday getaway

Cute cottage great location for hiking and exploring Brevard
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terry K., Avon Lake, OH USA

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

Great place to stay

This is a great place to stay. Very clean on the inside. Pretty comfortable bed. Glad we decided to stay there. Will stay there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan K.

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

Firefly Cottage!

I had a lovely stay at this property! It was perfectly central to both Dupont and Pisgah forests as well as downtown Brevard. The cottage was wonderful and clean and I had a great time!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Randy B.

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

GreaT VRBO!

Excellent communication with property owners. Wonderful little get a way. Clean, well appointed and supplied.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

John G.

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

Nice Mountain Getaway

This was a great little place to stay just minutes from DuPont state forest. It's perfect if you're flying solo or a couple looking for a mountain retreat. All the essentials were provided and then some, including some company from two friendly cats on the front porch! Overall, it was a nice, enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua W.

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

Quiet and Cozy

Lovely little cottage close to just about everything. Was a great anniversary getaway. Kim was very helpful with getting flowers, wine, and cheese for our stay. Will def stay here again next time we visit
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel T.

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

Cozy cottage near nature

Clean, cozy cottage near tons of great hiking trails. Fast wifi as well. Hosts were communicative, but not nosy. If I decide to visit this area again, I'd definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Holli K.

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

convenient

This property was very convenient to both Dupont State park and Pisgah Forest. Would book again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heidi N.

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

Ideal location, everything we needed, responsive host

The cottage is located in an ideal spot, 5 minutes from Dupont trails, 10 minutes from Brevard and close to Hendersonville too. It had everything we needed at a great price. Our host was immediately available, thoughtful and generous to us. The cottage is just off a road so we could hear some traffic noise but enjoyed our stay very much.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carole S., Summerville, SC

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

Firefly cottage

The property was just as described. It was clean and convenient to everywhere I wanted to go. Kim was very accommodating and helpful and even left me a thoughtful gift for staying.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cody C.

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

Birthday Adventure Weekend

Really enjoyed the stay with this Vrbo, everything that was needed was in one spot . Was directly in the middle of some amazing nature hikes and mountain biking riding. If your looking for a great affordable place to stay this cottage is definitely a go to . Will be back if decide to come back to Pisgah National Forest and DuPonte. Thank you again !!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan M.

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

Short but sweet visit

Was coming down to visit and see the area more in-depth and found this place perfectly located just outside of Brevard and just at the entrance to the DuPont Park. Everything I was looking for was just minutes away and the place itself was perfect for this getaway. The owner was very polite and very helpful, definitely wanting to make sure the stay was good and checked in via the app if I needed anything. Definitely on my list to rent again when back in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hannah R.

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

Magical Weekend!

My best friend and I had the most unforgettable time at your cottage! Kitchen space was perfect for our meals for 2 and the space was filled with the cutest decorations and knick knacks. Kim was super communicative and gifted us some amazing little souvenirs to remember the space by! We will never forget our stay there thank you for all!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen A.

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

A hidden gem

This is a great property very close to hiking, and well located between Hendersonville and Brevard. The bed was comfortable, the house very clean, the kitchen aptly equipped, and the rocking chair in the living room a great place to read and reflect on cold December days. Kim had trail maps, and local activities, and other resources placed in the cabin and was available to meet any needs. Additionally, The Flat Rock Wood Room is a great place to eat - the pretzels and BBQ were amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawna P.

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

Quaint and cozy!

This cottage is awesome. I was in town for a celebration of life on Slick Rock. The cottage was conveniently located and the history was awesome to read. SUPER clean and appointed with everything you need plus! Blythe the cottage kitty is so sweet. She jumped up in my lap while I was having my morning coffee in the rocker on the porch. The bed was very comfortable and I felt very safe. I definitely recommend the Firefly Cottage!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lamar W., Manchester, Tennessee

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

Firefly Cottage

Donna here, easy rental by 2 lovely ladies. Many extra little touches of comfort added you won't find in a hotel. Bed is "firm", sheets, pillows soft. Bthrm water hot, great pressure, towels super soft. Only bad thing beyond their control, is lots of loud traffic. It did die down appx. 9pm. Close to rivers with so much to do. Make sure you check out the end table drawer as it's full of brochures. You will enjoy your stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anabella L.

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

Highly accomodating and close to nature!

This cottage had everything we needed! We accidentally overlooked that it was attached to another occupied unit when we booked it (we prefer to stay at places without nearby neighbors) but nonetheless had complete privacy and didn't hear the neighbors at all during our 3 night stay. The cottage is kept very clean, tidy, and we greatly appreciated that it was equipped with household essentials such as paper towels, toilet paper, dish soap, hand soap, as well as linens and towels. It also has a tv with streaming apps (with a rocking chair, futon and blankets for comfort!), games, puzzles, and a covered porch entrance with outside furniture to enjoy the crisp mountain air. It is very conveniently located off a main, flat road (you can hear traffic on that road but it was not heavy at all during the night) and above all, it is just minutes away from several of the Dupont State Forest parking/access points! We knew that it is also close to Pisgah but we only visited Dupont (three times!) during our stay because we like that it is a smaller landmark, although big enough with numerous waterfalls, mountaintops, and hiking, biking, and equestrian trails that make up a total of over 80 miles. We found a local restaurant called Corky's Dawgs (under 10 miles away) that we enjoyed so much, we had to eat there twice. The owners of the cottage were extremely responsive before and during our stay, providing helpful tips on nearby points of interest. They even left us a very sweet note and gift because they knew we were celebrating our anniversary :) we highly recommend this cottage! Thank you Kim and Jerri!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary H.

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

Firefly Cottage is a Sweet Little Gem

The cottage is lovely and very homey. I loved the porch and the visiting cats. it's an easy drive to trails and town. Great farm stand just down the road.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie W.

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

Perfect Peaceful Getaway

I thoroughly enjoyed my stay. It’s a cute cottage in the perfect location. The home is adorable, easy to access, with a peaceful vibe. I was able to hike, site see, and relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne B.

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

Love Brevard

Was a great little cottage for 2!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Annette m., Arnold

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

Great weekend getaway

Great little cottage for a weekend getaway for two. Location was convenient to Brevard, Hendersonville, parks and waterfalls. The place was clean and thoughtfully stocked with some essentials. Kim went the extra mile to put out a portable firepit which we unfortunately didn't get to use because there was so much to do in the surrounding towns. We'd stay again for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

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

Great place

Super clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Alicia L.

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

Cozy Cabin

Property was super cute and cozy! Perfect for 2 people!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy V.

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

Mountain Biking weekend

Selected the Firefly cottage due to the location to Dupont for some mountain biking. Super easy to get there and back. It has everything you need for a getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

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

Nice little cabin

Perfect location for our needs

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