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Historic 8 BR Tudor on 3 1/2 Acres. Private estate and beautiful setting.

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Front of home looking West
Aerial view from done of the the front 2 Acres looking West.
Main Entrance from the North and the grass I love so much.
View of back yard
View from the back yard

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
8 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 24418.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Asheville, NC
  • Biltmore Park Town Square
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Biltmore Estate
    ‪22 min drive‬
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 24)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Futon and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5 (Sleeps 4)

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 7 - Main House

2 Double Futons

Bedroom 6

1 King Bed, 1 Double Futon and 1 Crib

Cottage Bedroom 8 - Detached

1 King Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

1/2 Bath on Main Floor

Toilet

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 6

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Historic 8 BR Tudor on 3 1/2 Acres. Private estate and beautiful setting.

This home is a wonderful escape into history. Ask about discount for 4 night long weekends and 7 day weekly Rentals! Built in the early 1900s and updated several times, it has only had 5 owners since it's creation. Lots of updates for modern conveniences, but so many original features including wormy chestnut exposed beams, doors, and paneling...you'll feel the century of old charm. The property is very private and includes lots of outdoor activities to enjoy if you're relaxing at the house and around the property. It is one of the closest homes to downtown Asheville you'll find to accommodate larger groups .

Only 5 Miles to the Asheville Airport, 6-7 Miles to downtown Asheville, 4 miles to Blue Ridge Parkway and Biltmore Park. 5 Miles from I-40, 4 Miles to I-26, 7 Miles to Biltmore estate, and located less than 1 mile from so many restaurants, shopping, grocery stores and other nice amenities...you won't have to drive far for anything.

Pulling into the home you'll realize what a wonderful find this historic home will provide for short or extended stays Asheville, this city and surrounding region has so much to provide. Call or email with any questions. It can accommodate smaller groups who need only 2-3 Bedrooms, all the way to 8 BRs and groups of 16-18...(or more if you want to spread out on sleeper sofas and trundle beds).

Property manager

Bill Russell

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Small Events up to 30. Call for pre-approval
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Please call for pre-approval
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
#1 - No driving or parking in grass #2 - No loud noise/music after 11 PM (County Ordinance) #3 - Open fire only in portable fire pits. Keep small
I require a Gov. Issued Photo ID 48 hours after booking otherwise you forfeit the reservation. You can send this through HomeAway, email, text, etc.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 28
Note from host: Small Events up to 30. Call for pre-approval
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Asheville

Located in Asheville, this holiday home is in the mountains. Shoppers can check out Asheville Outlets, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Biltmore Estate and Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at The Orange Peel, or consider Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville for a night out. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Asheville, NC

What's nearby

  • Biltmore Park Town Square - 6 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance - 11 min drive - 11.7 km
  • The Orange Peel - 13 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Asheville Outlets - 14 min drive - 14.5 km
  • Biltmore Estate - 22 min drive - 14.9 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rocky’s Hot Chicken Shack South - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wild Wing Cafe - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪White Duck Taco Shop - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic 8 BR Tudor on 3 1/2 Acres. Private estate and beautiful setting. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Historic 8 BR Tudor on 3 1/2 Acres. Private estate and beautiful setting.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic 8 BR Tudor on 3 1/2 Acres. Private estate and beautiful setting.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Historic 8 BR Tudor on 3 1/2 Acres. Private estate and beautiful setting. located?

This family-friendly Asheville holiday home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Biltmore Park Town Square and Regal Biltmore Grande. Asheville's Fun Depot and North Carolina Arboretum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Genelle B.

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

Christmas family vacation

We booked well in advance due to the stay was on Christmas. Bill was very attentive to responding to any questions I had. There was a huge hurricane that went through Asheville and he was informative about the property’s condition. No damages, just the utilities went out and a few trees. My family had a wonderful stay, it checked all the boxes as far as rooms, space, and nearby attractions like the Biltmore estates. Its truely a unique home!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexis L.

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

Lovely home! Awesome yard!

-Home exactly as advertised ! -charm , charm , charm -lovely backyard wth awesome grass. Lawn games were a hit w the kids -fire pit was a nice plus. -great communication w host -will absolutely stay w them again !
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly H.

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

Wonderful Memories Made

Bill was a great host. Super quick to respond and always kind and gracious. The property severed our family of 23 perfectly. The extra large fridge was great and the dinning room table was well used! We brought our own pickle ball set and set it up in the basketball area. Hours of family fun. The room with the antique piano was special to our musical family. We brought along our violins, cellos, and horns and played music together every day. We would definitely stay here again if we were all in the area.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike Y.

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

Family stay

We really enjoyed staying at this home. It was very unique and everyone loved it. There was plenty of room for all. The only draw back was the bathroom situation. Four bedrooms had private baths. The rest had to share one that was in the basement. It was not convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher P.

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

Excellent Stay

Beautiful home on outstanding property! We were 10-15 minutes away from everything but didn't need to leave the property because it had it all: land, outdoor games, firepits, etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah J.

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

Perfect for our needs

The house was just what we needed. Plenty of room, and we love the layout. The location was close to the airport, which we visited 6 times to get family in and out for our grandmother's funeral. Host was very helpful! Very clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

DZ Area III Alumnae H.

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

Girls Trip

Excellent stay and a convenient location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marianne S.

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

Perfect host, perfect place!

Bill was a fabulous host! Great communicator. Check in and out was a breeze. Our large family included infants, children and teens. The outdoor space was perfect for playing! The adults enjoyed the fire pit and outdoor lighting. My elderly father had a perfect stay in the quaint apartment on the property. It was nice for him to come and go as he needed. The baby grand piano was also a nice touch as many in the family play. Finally, Bill thought of everything as he decorated the home for Christmas! Minutes away from anything we needed it was the perfect stay! Thanks again, Bill. We will be back.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Wendy W.

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

Enough bedrooms for the entire family

My family from around the country chose Asheville as the place to spend a long weekend to celebrate Christmas together. This home has enough bedrooms to fit everyone. It definitely has historic charm!! We appreciated the christmas decorations and patio heaters around the fire pit. The homeowner was friendly, easy to contact and allowed our pets
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle M.

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

My daughter wanted to stay in a cute cottage, that’s exactly what she got!

We picked this location because our daughter wanted a cute cottage in Asheville to stay in. Our family which is 8 plus her in laws, a family of 9 all stayed here. Other family members stayed at other rentals in the area and we all got together for dinner one evening and still had plenty of room!! We had children ages 6-18 and they all enjoyed playing in the huge yard, with the basketball goal, and many extras in the garage. This property has so much character and history. Well worth every penny. Would definitely return!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Amela S.

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

Birthday party

We had a great weekend. House is rustic but well maintained. Some issues with ovens working but Bill was very responsive and attentive.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggy M.

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

Wonderful property for our Family!

The property was absolutely beautiful with so much space and amenities for our family to enjoy while attending our son’s Wedding. Plenty of bedrooms/bathrooms and loved the cottage. The history and unique features such as the library, large dining room and outside entertainment space made it just perfect! We will definitely stay again when in Asheville. Thank you Bill for being a great host. We appreciate the communication, updates and getting us extra firewood when we needed it!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

Mary R., Spring Lake

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Property needs TLC

Prior to writing this review I reached out to the owner to share our feedback. Bill however threw everything back at me stating that it was “our responsibility” to report these issues to him. Frankly we were on vacation and for what we paid, this house should have been “ready” for us to enjoy. Upon arrival the owner contacted me to inform of a few items that were not working (the top oven), broken (handrail on staircase) and the musty smell in the cottage. I felt slightly deceived of the last minute information. This home needs attention, there were several lights burned out, the sofa cushions were worn and torn and some of the knobs did not work properly. In the kitchen the silverware drawer falls off track when pulled open that a few times almost fell on our toes. Many cobwebs in the bedrooms and the lower bedroom and cottage smelled musty (even with windows opened the smell would not go away….concerning that we have been breathing in mold) Bill promised me a refund…. which I’m still waiting to see.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim T.

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

Great place to relax and play

Family gathered to spread the ashes of my parents. There was plenty of room for a large dining time with a fire pit time after. Little ones played with toys and read books. Late night movies at the couch followed. A great place to restore after some somber times during the day. Beautiful home and grounds outside!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Regina G.

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

Our first trip as a family

My husband and I planned this trip to spend with our younger siblings and their families. All in all we had 19 people at the house ranging in age from 2 - 46 years old. We had a blast! The kids had a great time playing outside, we held an epic cornhole tournament, used the fire pit every night and we even had a surprise marriage proposal! (She said yes!) Some of the kiddos asked if we could do this again next year - and we just might :)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

Family reunion

It was great for our reunion. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allie I.

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

Wonderful Historic Home

Bills property amazed us in every way! The outside is absolutely stunning! And then going inside it has such a historic charm with touches of modern updates! We loved walking through each room and seeing the different styles of each one. We were celebrating our wedding and there was plenty of room for the 17 of us!! Bill was very responsive and even checked in to make sure we did not need anything! We would 100% book again if we go back with a big group!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

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

Great for our large group

Large home but many private bedroom spaces so everyone had their own spot. Bill was very responsive and communication was excellent. We had a great time here and in the area overall!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara & Lloyd B., Austin

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

Beautiful Home for Family Reunion

Our family had a wonderful stay at this beautiful family home! My parents, three siblings & their spouses, and our nine children found plenty of space to cook, play, rest, explore, and enjoy each others’ company. Favorites included walks to the lookout, playing in the yard, fires on the patio, spacious comfortable rooms, lots of bathrooms, and cooking together in the kitchen. Bill was an awesome host! We can’t recommend this place enough!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney M., Silver Spring

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

Comfy Escape - Great for Large Groups

Myself and a large group of high school friends, their spouses, and children stayed at this lovely house for 3 nights. The property was very comfortable with plenty of beds and interior space for our large group as well as a wonderful outdoor space to relax in. The property is quite close to Asheville so we were able to easily enjoy the city and it's surroundings every day and return to this quiet property to relax every evening. Bill and his team were incredibly communicative before and during our stay when we had any questions or concerns. Our entire group had a wonderful time and we would gladly return in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda F.

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

Family reunion

We had people ages 1 to 83. This was a wonderful place to stay. Bedroom on the main floor for my dad who has trouble on stairs was great. Well stocked kitchen for cooking for a large group. You have the quiet peacefulness of being in the country but convenience of the city near by. William was very responsive to our questions and clear about expectations of his guest.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Norman G.

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

Asheville historic home

Great location. Grand old home. Plenty of rooms and bathrooms. Assessable and friendly owner. Could use some kitchen upgrades and clean stains on dining room chairs… all of them.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie A.

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

Incredibly, Unique stay for business retreat

My colleagues and I came on a strategy retreat here, and the home couldn't have been better. Tons of character, lots of space for private moments and team bonding, huge table for meals together and working sessions, lovely outdoor spaces to enjoy the scenery, and comfortable bedding. The kitchen was well appointed, and we enjoyed the grill a few nights for meals. The owner was very accommodating for us, including some special requests that I know weren't simple to execute. We truly appreciate it and I hope I can come back soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelby L.

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

Magical

The only way to describe this property is magic. It's absolutely beautiful and so unique. The owner is very friendly and helpful but we needed nothing at all from him. I love history and this home just made my heart explode. It is such a beautiful place with such cool features. It's huge and the yard is wonderful. Decently quiet, besides the neighbors doggos and some turkeys which we did not mind. The most beautiful place I've yet to visit. Perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula M.

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

Yoga retreat

We had a lovely retreat and space to do outdoor yoga at this beautiful space. This old home has a lot of character with clean bedrooms and bathrooms. The owner, Bill, was very responsive to our questions and needs. We would visit again for sure.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

About the host

Hosted by Bill Russell

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I am the owner of this home and have loved this property for three decades when my best friend purchased the home in the 1990s. He finally sold it to me almost 10 years ago and I have enjoyed raising my 3 kids on this large parcel that is SO close to Asheville, but you feel so far away from the hustle and bustle of the city, but it's minutes away if you want to jump into everything the city has to offer.

I have been making constant improvements to the home and property making it an amazing find and one of the most unique homes you'll find in the area. Most recently, the home and garage/barn have been completely painted inside and out. The 5th Bathroom is also completed in the lowest level which provides a common entrance for the 4 bedrooms that don't have their own private bathroom. It's been a real benefit for larger groups.

I'm a single father of 3, own a business in Asheville and got involved in rental property about 15 years ago. This property will be in my family forever and we take excellent care of the grounds and anything that needs attention.

Why they chose this property

This property is very private, it can accommodate large groups and there is plenty of room to spread out inside and out of the home.

SMALL EVENTS may be approved but are limited to 25-30 guests due to space and parking limitations and may incur a small event fee based on booking details and the specifics of the events. Lots of intimate weddings, rehearsal dinners, and small parties.

It is so close to everything Asheville has to offer, all while staying in a century old home that is one of a kind. Keep in touch as all proceeds from this property are going back into continued improvements and amenities.

What makes this property unique

Next to the Main house is a separate cottage that is now included in the rental and a great peaceful get-a-way for newly weds, grandparents, in-laws, or parents with a small child that wants a very quiet and private space...but is only steps from the main house. It has a separate bathroom, kitchen and living room. The front covered porch and the back patio at the cottage are a nice retreat from the main house.

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