Walk to Downtown Asheville, Montford Historic District, quiet alley, 30 day min.

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Front of cottage, grill on side deck, lawn and cherry trees

driveway from Alley on the left, parking on the right

standing near front door, looking toward kitchen, bedrooms to right

standing in front of french doors, looking toward kitchen, and bedrooms to right

gas range, DW, microwave, granite tops, lots of light, oak floor

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 479.0 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Fireplace
Barbecue grill
Air conditioning

Explore the area

Asheville, NC

Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
‪12 min walk‬
University of North Carolina at Asheville
‪17 min walk‬
The Orange Peel
‪3 min drive‬
Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
‪19 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining area

About this property

This cozy 1940's bright and sunny Cottage served as the Architect owner's home while he designed and built his new home in 2006 on the nearby footprint of a historic home lost to a fire in 1970. Accessed by a narrow quiet alleyway, it is within a 10 min walk through this great neighborhood to our vibrant downtown and UNCA. Also within a mile to the Interstate, YMCA, Grocery stores (Whole foods and Trader Joes) and dozens of restaurants, microbreweries and coffee shops.
Wood floors and windows, under mature trees, and surrounded by lush landscaping in a neighborhood full of lovingly restored homes and B&B's, mature trees, brick sidewalks, stone walls and bordered by a greenway along a creek.
Fully equipped kitchen (DW, utensils, pots/pans, etc.), W/D, 2 queen beds, 2 sets of linens, comforters, desk, satellite TV, wireless internet, and all utilities included. Private 50mb wireless network is shared with my adjacent carriage house.
The Cottage is on one level, includes a fireplace, vaulted ceilings and skylights, a side porch with gas grille, and a nice secluded lawn with chairs.
30 DAY MIN stay, unless you see gaps between reservations in the calendar. Perfect for relocations, or rented along with the adjacent Carriage House ( #139941) with family or friends coming to town for a group vacation. Parking for one car in front of the cottage, with shared additional space in front of the carriage house. The alleyway and driveway are narrow, so larger vehicles will be tight, trucks might need to park nearby.

Property manager

Michael McDonough

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

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 and a deadlock

About the area

Asheville

Historic Montford, a neighbourhood in Asheville, is home to this holiday home. Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre and Aston Park Tennis Center are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Asheville Outlets and Grove Arcade. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville or The Orange Peel. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.

Asheville, NC

What's nearby

Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
University of North Carolina at Asheville - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Downtown Market Asheville - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Wicked Weed Brewing - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
The Orange Peel - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

‪Chick-fil-A - ‬15 min walk
‪Battery Park Book Exchange And Champagne Bar - ‬14 min walk
‪The Bier Garden - ‬14 min walk
‪Five Points Restaurant - ‬8 min walk
‪All Day Darling - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Walk to Downtown Asheville, Montford Historic District, quiet alley, 30 day min. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Walk to Downtown Asheville, Montford Historic District, quiet alley, 30 day min.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk to Downtown Asheville, Montford Historic District, quiet alley, 30 day min.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Walk to Downtown Asheville, Montford Historic District, quiet alley, 30 day min. located?

Located in Historic Montford, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Asheville Convention and Visitors Bureau and Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville. Asheville Visitor Center and Hazel Robinson Amphitheatre are also within 10 minutes.

9.8

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Mary Dean L.

15 April 2025

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

Great experience

Gracious host and beautiful setting indoors and out.

Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eileen K.

29 May 2024

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

Loved our month in Montford

The cottage is adorable, comfortable and in a great neighborhood. We loved walking into downtown Asheville and the greenway in Reed Creek only a few blocks away. The host was very available to answer questions and to assist us. We had no issues with the house and are definitely considering renting it again.

Stayed 30 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lilianne D.

6 April 2024

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

Very nice experience

Great location, close to everything, grocery stores, downtown, highway. Check-in process was seamless and host was readily available when needed. Quiet neighborhood and walking/jogging trails nearby. The cottage was very comfortable, tastefully furnished, and well provided with everything that’s needed. We enjoyed the early flowering trees right in front of the entrance door.

Stayed 48 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet M.

1 June 2023

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

Quite comfortable and cozy

I was very pleased with my stay. Surrounded by many other homes close together I was happy that it felt secluded because of all the trees and bushes it was nestled in, and quiet, even though life was happening all around. Almost every place you could want to go to was just to walk away. And any place else was just a short ride to get to. There is so much to see in Asheville itself, but the surrounding area is just lovely. I definitely recommend it!

Stayed 30 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Theresa B., Chicago, IL

4 November 2022

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

Location, location, location!

We couldn't have asked for a better location! The house was a 15-minute walk to some of the best shops and restaurants in Asheville. The cottage was cozy, comfy and bright (skylights!). The wireless was slow and spotty, but we got by. The cottage driveway is accessed via the alley. The entry drive has a VERY narrow entry, with a low stone wall on either side that was difficult to see because of the shrubs. A bit of a challenge for sure. Thanks again Michael for hosting us :-)

Stayed 30 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marc M.

4 May 2021

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

Location, location, location

Comfortable and quiet cottage with easy access to many restaurants and breweries. Great place from which to experience Asheville.

Stayed 30 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kim K.

4 December 2020

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

Perfect location

We had a great Thanksgivng at the cottage! It had everything we needed to cook. The kids loves the house. It was the perfect location so close to all that Asheville has to offer.

Stayed 30 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

dennis o.

12 April 2019

HGTV Dream Cottage

Wow, what an awesome place! I thought I was a finalist in the HGTV Dream Cottage giveaway! :-) Dennis

Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Donna S.

2 November 2018

Historic Mumford Cottage

After traveling 9,000 miles, crisscrossing America (staying in HomeAways), the cottage in Historic Mumford couldn’t have been more welcoming. Besides the location being superb—within easy walking distance to the heart of Asheville, the Cumberland Alley setting of this two bedroom cottage couldn’t have been better. Yet, the cottage isn’t so much a cottage as a home. The entire feel is of families past, present, and those to come. This is especially true as the owner lives in a home just beyond the fence and is there to immediately take care of any concerns or needs you might have. This truly answer’s Robert Frost’s question of do “good fences make good neighbors” because you couldn’t find better in both landlord and “newest of friends” in the owner/architect. Meaning, our only problem with our stay at the cottage was that it was too short . . . And hopefully, someday, we can remedy that by again taking in all the warmth and comfort of the little “inn” in the alley.

10/10 Excellent

Laurie C.

16 October 2018

Beautiful and Spacious Cottage!

I would highly recommend this cottage! It's in a wonderful and historic neighborhood close to downtown, yet it also provides a private oasis down a quaint alleyway. High ceilings, skylights and two large bedrooms cleverly maximize space and everything is extremely clean and comfortable. Michael is responsive and around if you need him, but otherwise he leaves you to explore on your own. I enjoyed my stay here immensely!

Stayed 39 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Zachary F., Asheville

23 June 2018

Couldn't be happier

There was nothing not to like about this place. It's an older cottage but is immaculately kept and felt very clean. Very cozy, but the space was well used and it never felt too small despite having 2 adults and two preschool boys living there for a month. It felt small, but not TOO small. The driveway is a challenge, but I got a large Tundra up and down multiple times so it can be done if you're careful. The location - probably one of the best spots in Asheville for accessibility but also privacy and the neighborhood has amazing character. The property owner was easily contacted and responded promptly, he was available but never once did it feel imposing. Even when he left town he made sure we knew where he'd be and who to contact otherwise. Can't say enough good things about this cottage, if you book it you'll be more than pleased.

Stayed 30 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Eve S.

11 February 2018

Lovely Cottage!

The guest house is clean, cozy, and comfortable. It is in a quiet location in a walkable neighborhood close to downtown. Our hosts were friendly and accommodating and the cottage is very well appointed. We liked it so much that we extended our stay! We will definitely be back!

Stayed 31 nights in Jan 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Heather C.

1 December 2017

Incredible!

Wonderful space! Tidy, cozy, private, and perfectly tucked away near downtown. Recommend to anyone looking for a home away from home in Asheville.

Stayed 37 nights in Sep 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David and Mary S., Mount Dora, Florida

14 August 2017

Historic cottage close to Downtown

My wife and I stayed at the Carriage House for a month, and it's a most enjoyable place to appreciate lively downtown Asheville. It's eight minutes walking to the Grove Arcade, and a few more minutes to anywhere downtown. The flat is homey, the kitchen is cozy and comfortable, bathrooms are basic but workable. One bedroom is huge, the other smaller but fine for a couple. We loved the upper deck outside and we would have our coffee there every morning in complete privacy. The stack washer dryer worked fine [noisy in the spin cycle!] and the TV was digital. We brought our own Roku Box and the cable had the normal 68 [?] channels. Internet was excellent - about 50 mbps. The driveway will NOT take a large SUV like a Suburban, but our medium sized SUV was fine. Michael our host was most accommodating, and there if you need him. The three local restaurants are great....Tods, Chiesa and Nine Mile are all very popular with the locals.....great food, reasonable prices.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

William S.

1 June 2016

Perfection

Stayed here for two months this spring. Loved it. Perfect location, close to everything. Cottage well equipped, and owner family was very attentive to our needs. Very clean. Difficult parking, but doable. Two great restaurants steps away.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

6/10 Okay

Keith M., Northern CA

18 March 2016

The location is excellent

Pros for the cottage: 1) Location 5 stars. Being able to walk downtown or to Harris Teeter or Trader Joe's was amazing. It was especially helpful when there was a foot of snow on the ground and cars were snowed in. Plus the Montford area was wonderful to walk through. 2) Cottage itself 4 stars. It was very comfortable and the furnishings were good. Overall it was in a quiet area. And it was very clean. Cons 1) Parking 1 star. I give it one star because there is off street parking. However it is very tough to get in and out of the parking area. I had a compact SUV and as careful as I was (and I was VERY careful) I scrapped my bumper. A much smaller car might be fine. Also there are only 3 spaces. One for each unit and an extra. When I was there there were two cars at the carriage house so no extra space for visitors. 2) When I was there the cottage was missing a coffee maker and tea kettle. I brought my own. There was a small French press. 3) Dog barking - for those sensitive to dog barking there are 3 dogs 2 houses down and when they are out they are barking loudly. Also the owner had what I call a yapper - a small dog with an annoyingly loud bark. It would come out all hours of the day and night and run to the fence by the cottage and bark at nothing. 4) Wireless - it was fast but shared between the two units. If the other unit was using something bandwidth intensive like Netflix the wireless slowed down to a crawl. There was a backup wireless that was much slower but when the faster wireless network was down for a big chunk of time this slow link was used by both units and by someone at the main house. It was very slow at times too. Would I stay here again? No the parking is too difficult to use. It might be OK with a much smaller car. Would I recommend this to others? No

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Aurora S.

26 February 2016

Quiet & Cozy!

My husband and I stayed here for a month, with our 3 year old son. It was very quiet, comfortable and had everything we needed. Greenlife and Trader Joe's are within walking distance, and there are plenty of parks and trails nearby. The location is perfect for getting to know Asheville. Everything was clean and cozy, and the owner was very helpful. I'd definitely recommend this rental!

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Marti S., Onalaska, Wisconsin

3 January 2016

Ideal Rental Cottage

My husband and I spent the month of October in this wonderful cottage. The decor was cozy and comfortable. The kitchen had everything you could possibly need. Very quiet location. Great wifi. Easy walk to downtown. In beautiful historic district. There are restaurants nearby and groceries just a few blocks away. We have been traveling full time for nearly two years (renting as we go) and this was our favorite place to date. I would highly recommend this rental.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Anne S., United States

27 October 2013

Cozy & Convenient Cottage

My husband, daughter and I stayed here over a long holiday weekend. The house was very convenient to all Asheville has to offer and was very nicely appointed. Mike, the owner, was easy to get a hold of when we had questions. We would definitely stay here again.

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Missy S., Asheville, NC

8 June 2013

Perfect Rental for our Asheville Transition

We were so fortunate to find this Montford rental home for our transition to Asheville. It was up to date, modern, and conveniently located within the city of Asheville. The home is tastefully decorated and was very comfortable for my husband and I and our two young sons while we looked for a home to purchase. We're so thankful the cottage was available as we made our transition to Asheville. I would highly recommend it if you are looking for a convenient, comfortable rental home in Asheville. We enjoyed our stay tremendously!

About the host

Hosted by Michael McDonough

Architect and single parent of two college age boys, I am active in local issues, president of the neighborhood association, active in sports, avid biker. I live and work nearby.

Why they chose this property

Perfect blend of privacy and convenience.

Languages:

English

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2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

1 bathroom

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