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Relax in the hot tub!
View from the porch
Exterior
Dining
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4136.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Penrose, NC
  • Place, French Broad River
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Biltmore Estate
    ‪40 min drive‬
  • Place, Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
    ‪41 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

2nd Bedroom

2 Single Beds

Den / 2nd Living Room

1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Hilltop Cottage - Hot Tub - Fireplaces - Grill - Fenced - WiFi - Pets OK

Hilltop Cottage is a comfortable cottage built on a hill with mountain views. Imagine driving down a country lane to a cabin nestled in the woodland. The cottage is on a quiet, peaceful street conveniently located between Brevard and Hendersonville. There are 2 large porches where you can eat meals outside, have your morning coffee, or just enjoy relaxing in the mountain air. The Hot Tub is under the covered porch. There is a nice view of the woods and longer range mountain views during winter.

Inside the living room you'll find a custom fireplace to keep you warm and toasty in cold weather and a flat screen smart TV. Downstairs is a den/2nd living room with another fireplace and flat screen smart TV; it also has a gaming table with cards, chips, and board games. The bathroom includes a tub/shower combo. The kitchen features all the essentials from dishes, cups, utensils, pots/pans, and basic spices.

In spring millions of wildflowers bloom in the area and in the summer the rhododendron and mountain laurel bloom. Fall has cool nights and wonderful fall color. We also have a park style grill for outdoor grilling over wood or charcoal.

In the summer you'll relish the chance to breathe fresh, cool mountain air as people have for generations.

2 bedrooms. Full laundry, full kitchen.

We have other family owned cottages; see our website if this one is booked up!

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We have very NICE accommodations, refreshingly cleanly kept and most of our guests turn into repeat guests! Many have been coming to our cottages for years or several times a year!

If your WISH is to FISH, the cottage is located minutes from the Davidson River, Elm Fork, Pisgah National, and DuPont State Forest. All world renowned for the fishing available. The French Broad River has canoe launch access just down the street.

We are near a MAJOR scenic BIKE ROUTE.

Photography, swimming, hiking, fishing, shopping, scenic drives and rides are all available minutes away.

Historic Hendersonville and quaint downtown Brevard have many superb restaurants that range from family friendly casual to upscale gourmet. We are near Pisgah National Forest (Sliding Rock), Dupont State Forest (Waterfalls), Gorges State park & Caesars Head State Park, SC. Whitewater falls, Cold Mountain (from movie fame), Foothills Scenic Hwy, Chimney Rock and The Blue Ridge parkway!

Brevard area bloom times:

Late March-Early April: Cherry trees, wildflowers, Forsythias

Mid to late April: Azaleas;

First of May: Dogwoods;

Late May Mountain Laurel;

June: Rhododendron

We also have other cottages in the same neighborhood. Call for availability or check their separate calendars on our web site .

COME SEE US... THINGS ARE GREAT IN NORTH CAROLINA!!!!

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outside only
Pets are accepted with fee and cats and dogs must be on flea prevention and be leashed when outside.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Hendersonville

Located in Hendersonville, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Crystal Mountain Gem Mine and Transylvania Heritage Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Elijah Mountain Gem Mine and Johnson Farm. Team ECCO Ocean Center and Aquarium and Mineral and Lapidary Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Penrose, NC

What's nearby

  • French Broad River - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Brevard College - 13 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Biltmore Estate - 40 min drive - 51.4 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 41 min drive - 54.1 km
  • The Orange Peel - 41 min drive - 54.4 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Arby's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Fuji Yama - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Oskar Blues Brewery Taproom - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Hilltop Cottage - Hot Tub - Fireplaces - Grill - Fenced - WiFi - Pets OK pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Hilltop Cottage - Hot Tub - Fireplaces - Grill - Fenced - WiFi - Pets OK?

As of 28 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hilltop Cottage - Hot Tub - Fireplaces - Grill - Fenced - WiFi - Pets OK on 11 May 2026 start from AU$213, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Hilltop Cottage - Hot Tub - Fireplaces - Grill - Fenced - WiFi - Pets OK?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hilltop Cottage - Hot Tub - Fireplaces - Grill - Fenced - WiFi - Pets OK?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hilltop Cottage - Hot Tub - Fireplaces - Grill - Fenced - WiFi - Pets OK?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Hilltop Cottage - Hot Tub - Fireplaces - Grill - Fenced - WiFi - Pets OK located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from French Broad River and within 6 miles (10 km) of Sideways Farm & Brewery and Etowah Valley Golf Club. Davidson River and Etowah Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 25 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 25 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice beautiful cottage with a cozy fireplace and hot tub. It was right in a perfect location between Pisgah National Forest and Hendersonville.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

christina f.

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

Pleasant stay

Was very please with the rental. Had no. Complaints . Would diffently rent again if in the area
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Perry G.

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

Location and comfort

Thid cottage has very clean and comfortable interior. Great fenced area for dog and nice hot tub for its owners. Great location for anything in Brevard Hendersonville area. Very quiet location in country. Would definitely rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet K.

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

Excellent location near gorgeous waterfalls and trails

Excellent location near gorgeous waterfalls and trails
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eddie R.

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

Wonderful Experience at Hilltop

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Hilltop Cottage. It was everything we expected and more. The cottage was clean and well equipped. We loved the comfort of the home, and really appreciated the screened porch and fence area for our dog. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ben and Kate G.

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

Hilltop Hot Tub Heaven!

Favorite things about this house were the hot tub and the screened balcony. Large bedroom and closet. Really appreciated the fenced area for letting dogs out. Desk was helpful for working from home.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay C.

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

MTB & Hiking getaway

Great location for mountain biking and hiking Dupont and Pisgah area. Somewhat of a steep driveway that may be a concern in snow or ice.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

brian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Very nice, clean quiet and love the location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucille B.

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

Perfect for our needs.

The home, location and property manager were fabulous!
Stayed 35 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex C.

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

Awesome place! Super clean!

The house was super clean, the hot tub was perfect! Everything was very easy and nice. Great for a weekend to go mountain biking in Pisgah and Kanuga!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

david m.

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

Hilltop Stay

Perfect place for Couple and Pet and two kids. Two fireplaces, heated fan in bathroom and central makes it very toasty. All amenities were there, hot tub comfortable and warm and quiet neighborhood.. Got in hurry at check out but owner is welcome to place this is in guest book. Bring salt or litter if weather is icy or snow. Steep drive. Thanks. D&D
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Pat M.

Disliked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hilltop Cottage an awful experience

WOW Hilltop cottage, what a terrible place. Dirty surfaces, hair and soap scum in the bathtub and sink, urine stained carpet, just filthy. I contacted the owner several moths prior to our vacation and asked what the cleaning protocol is during the pandemic. The owner Darla assured me that they have stepped up cleaning due to the COVID-19 pandemic. I’m not sure what world she lives in if she considers this clean. The cottage appears to be furnished with curb side furniture and housewares. Very uncomfortable. If you enjoy spending time in the lawn with your family and or pets, don’t plan on doing that in this yard. Steep terrain, large pot holes, stumps, boulders, overgrown shrubs, weeds out of control. A good place to sprain an ankle or break a leg. Another area the owner is neglecting. This owner chose to be in the hospitality business. She should take a few courses in the hospitality field and customer service. It is clear she is only concerned about taking your money. If you are thinking of staying here, I recommend you run as fast as you can.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Noreen S.

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

Our place to stay from now on when we are in ahemdersonvillle.

It was a wonderful relaxing time at Hill Top. There wasn’t one thing that was overlooked by the owners. The house was immaculately clean, ready and comfortable for guest. It actually felt like being at home. Relaxing in the hot tub was a wonderful way to end the day. Hill Top is our place to stay from now on when we come to N.C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan R.

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

Outstanding stay

We had to find a place for 3 weeks while between houses and could not have chose better. Super cute, comfortable and clean. Very attentive owners even dropping off a Christmas tree and lights. It really felt like home. Enjoyed the fireplaces and hottube and grocery store 2.5 miles away as well as really close to Brevard. Thanks so much, we highly recommend it.
Stayed 21 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CA F.

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

Great place outside Asheville/ Hendersonville

Great place in the quiet, 15 mins to Hendersonville, 30 mins to airport. House is spotless. Washer/ dryer available, ample parking. Screened porch with ceiling fan in front, small porch and charcoal BBQ in back. Many staples are there- salt/ pepper/ coffee/ filters so you don’t have to buy whole containers to cook 1 meal. New Publix , Walgreens, and CVS is 15 mins away. 2 gas fireplaces, large flat screen, wifi- cottage delivered on its description and then some. Great base for exploring Hendersonville and Asheville.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark J.

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

So clean. So comfortable.

Had a wonderful stay at Hilltop Cottage. Highlights were the kitchen counter space, roomy living room, the wonderful porch and side and back decks, and the comfortable bed. Large living area on the lower level is a great separate space. I would be happy to stay there again. Thanks for a great experience.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lala W.

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

Wonderful

Great property! Loved the layout and fire place! My husband and I took our dog which is a plus since it is pet friendly! Great distance to Dupont where we mountain biked and hiked! Hot tub was nice after a log day in the outdoors! Also great distance to Brevard! We had Big Mike's Pizza which was amazing and Blue Smoke BBQ which has been our go to! We will definitely be back!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol E.

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

Great place for a great price

Do not hesitate to book this place! The owners thought of everything you could possibly need. Quiet but convenient location, great Wi-Fi, a fully loaded Smart TV, a nice hot tub perfect for after our hikes, and more. My husband were here celebrating our anniversary and couldn't have asked for a better set up. We both agreed we would stay here again! What a gem for the price.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

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

Wonderful stay

The property had everything we needed, except a hair dryer. That being said, the listing did not say there was a hair dryer, so I guess that was my own fault for not double checking. The hot tub was great, the views were amazing, and I would definitely recommend this place to my friends!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

peter m.

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

No worries

Everything you need is hear. Well thought out property everything works good wifi clean extra cleaning products . House is a great layout you will enjoy how nicely it was put together. We had 2 dogs they loved running in the yard no fenced but easy to watch them little traffic if any Do it it was great fun easy access to all hiking towns etc
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M.

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

Great place. Perfect for a quiet weekend!

Very clean, quiet and comfy. I would stay again! Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Bill r.

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

As published

Great home Base for biking in DuPont or pisgah. Also internet was great - my wife and I both worked by day and rode by night. Loved the screened in porch too.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megen C.

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

Perfect location for waterfalls

Wonderful, very clean property close to many waterfalls. The screened-in porch and hot tub were delightful. There are two living rooms--one up, one down--which would allow for children and parents to have some separation if desired. We brought our dogs and they loved the yard. Owner was responsive and professional. Highly recommend--a great value.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anita M.

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

anniversary trip

The place was nice. We especially enjoyed the screened in porch where we ate our meals and sat outside and read. It was located close to where my husband served as a summer youth leader at a church in the area so we were able to visit there on Sunday.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Amazing Getaway!

We had a great time escaping reality for a few days tucked away in this Hilltop retreat. it was amazing to have a hot tub to soak away our cares in. The fireplaces gave great comfort and were really nice to have in this getaway. The location is awesome. You feel a bit secluded while not being too far at all from lots of really fun things to do. This was a great vacation and cannot wait to come back!

About the host

Hosted by David Sams

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We are David and Darla Sams. Originally from Texas, we came to Brevard on vacation and fell in love with the mountains.

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