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Excellent location downtown Black Mountain

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Front porch
Entrance of first floor unit
front porch
Kitchen with dine in bar
Kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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  • Place, Lake Tomahawk
  • Place, Black Mountain Center for the Arts
  • Place, Swannanoa Valley Museum
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Living room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Half bathroom

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

About this property

Excellent location downtown Black Mountain

Location, location, location! Fully renovated duplex located in downtown Black Mountain (which was recently voted by Trip Advisor as one of the “Prettiest Small Towns in America to Vacation.”). Park your car and take a hike or ride your bike. This first floor unit is within walking distance to everything local in Black Mountain. Such as; restaurants, breweries, shops, craft stores, picnic areas, walking paths, greenways and town festivities. There is also a nearby golf course, park and lake. You will be in downtown Black Mountain. Walking distance to downtown, near I-40; Montreat College; Camp Merri-Mac; Katazuma; Warren Wilson College; 20 minute drive to Asheville; 30 min drive to Catawba Falls.
This first floor unit is a two bath one and a half bath newly remodeled with a washer /dryer for your private use. You can enjoy the front porch (with a table and swing) or use the shared backyard.
This unit can be rented in conjuction with adjoining second floor apartment VRBO #1984083.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
5 years and older
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
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 not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Black Mountain

Located in Black Mountain, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance and Chimney Rock State Park, while White Horse Black Mountain and Swannanoa Valley Museum are cultural highlights. The Merry Wine Market and Ten Thousand Villages are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling, mountain climbing and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Black Mountain, NC

What's nearby

  • Lake Tomahawk - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Black Mountain Center for the Arts - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Swannanoa Valley Museum - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Black Mountain Golf Club - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Catawba Falls - 17 min drive - 19.0 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lookout Brewing Company - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Ole Guacamole’s - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Louise's Kitchen - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Recess Coffee and Baked Goods - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Excellent location downtown Black Mountain pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Excellent location downtown Black Mountain?

As of 7 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Excellent location downtown Black Mountain on 9 Nov 2025 start from AU$392.78, 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.

What time is check-in at Excellent location downtown Black Mountain?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Excellent location downtown Black Mountain?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Excellent location downtown Black Mountain located?

Located in the heart of Black Mountain, this golf holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of White Horse Black Mountain and The Merry Wine Market. Swannanoa Valley Museum and Black Mountain Center for the Arts are also within 10 minutes.

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. 28 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tammy C.

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

NICE AND CLEAN

Comfortably furnished and perfect location!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda E., Red Bank, NJ USA

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

Excellent location, comfortable unit

We were able to book both units in this duplex for a family holiday gathering. Certainly, we could not have found anything better located in Black Mountain. As the property description indicates, we were just five minutes from the center of this lovely small town and five minutes from Lake Tomahawk Park. All of us, including our dogs, enjoyed our stay in Take-a-Hike.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location short walk to downtown and the lake. The host was very friendly and accommodating. Outdoor space was nice with a grill and fire pit. It is a duplex with minimal noise from upstairs guests. We will definitely book this listing again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bonner A., Greenwood

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

Super Clean, perfect location

This is the cleanest rental we have ever stayed in. I’m mean CLEAN! Somebody give that cleaning person a raise. My mom and I stayed for 2 nights and loved everything about this place. We were in the bottom unit. Walked everywhere. Beds were very comfortable with plush sheets. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tonda W.

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

Tidy / thoughtful/prime location

This property was super tidy extremely thoughtful in detail for renter friendliness and perfect location. We enjoyed the clean unit , thoughtful details such as a first aid kit /ample firewood for the fire pit/ front porch swing and more. Walking distance to town and the ability to hear the church bells ringing from the property such a blessing. A gem of a place.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

VENUGOPAL S.

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

Great Location and Clean Property

We stayed at this property and really enjoyed cleanliness and closeness to the shops, restaurants and near by parks and hikes. Property is bit small but accommodates four people comfortably. The communication with property manager/owner was easy and clear. I would stay here again if I go to Asheville area
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

4/10 Poor

Paul G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location
Disliked: Communication

Great location-not great amenities

The location is outstanding! 1. I received an email just hours before check-in time to inform me that dogs can NOT stay in a crate unattended. No sightseeing without the dog? Why not put that in the detail BEFORE booking? This is NOT A DOG FRIENDLY VRBO! 2. There was not one blade of grass on the entire property - it's all gravel. NOT OKAY. 3. The freezer had no ice maker and there are no ice trays. BIG NOT OKAY. 4. The a/c did not cool the bedrooms-bring your own fan. 5. Although it is advertised as a @ bedroom VRBO, there was an extra fee for using the second bedroom- WTH! Black Mountain is beautiful but I will go to the Hampton Inn before coming here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ron R.

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

Great location

We stayed here last year and were thrilled to be able to stay here again. We especially enjoy being able to walk to Lake Tomahawk and all the downtown shops. Great overall experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caron H., Birmingham, AL

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

Perfect for weekend getaway!

This property was super clean and owners were very easy to work with. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Valeria R., Durham NC

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

Great property Able to walk downtown Excellent - so clean

Great Only thing I would put table lamps in bedroom
Stayed 1 night in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Janna T.

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

Lovely

Wonderful setting and a wonderful accommodation. Perfect for the needs of people who don’t get up and down steps well.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

What a weekend!

Perfect couple of days! Would not change a thing! Place was better than advertised, clean , close to DT. Just wonderful. Can’t wait to come back Ken. When we do , we’ll get other friends to stay upstairs too.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa W.

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

CLEANEST PROPERTY!!

I have many good things to say about our stay here but the one thing that stood out the most was that this was the cleanest property I have ever stayed at! Not a speck of dirt or dust to be found. The host was easy to reach and very accomodating. There are extra blankets and towels. The bed was comfortable. There are built in USB ports on the nightstands. The kitchen seemed well stocked with a nice gas stove although we did not get an opportunity to use it. The location was perfect for us to go exploring in town. I would definitely stay again if the opportunity arose.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Martha C.

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

Location! Location! Location!

Great place to stay within walking distance to downtown Black Mountain. I’d stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

German M.

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

Excellent experience!

Excellent place to stay, super clean and with everything you will need for your vacation. Just a short drive to ashville.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn L.

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

Great Location & Pet Friendly

Great location!! Pet friendly and very clean. The property owner communicated quickly with me and accommodated a short notice booking & check-in. Great spot overall.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dawn L.

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

Location!

The home was clean and well cared for. We brought our dog. They even have a dog play yard! Location was perfect! We walked everywhere - to Starbucks, breakfast, shopping and even a nearby lake.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

4/10 Poor

Ruth P.

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

Location and access to Black Mountain was excellent

Sorry but the front porch overlooking gravel stone versus lawn and just 15 yards from busy street was not enjoyable. The overhead lighting should be on dimmers. Never the less the location served us well as we were visiting to purchase a lot to build.and we’re successful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jillian B.

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

Immaculate and Convenient

This was the most perfect place too stay while visiting Black Mountain. The condo was perfectly clean and had every thing we needed., and was a short walk to all of downtown. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca A.

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

Great getaway!

Property was very clean & a great location. Loved Black Mountain!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

JULIE P.

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

Great stay!!

We so enjoyed our stay at Take A Hike. The location you can’t beat walking distance to the lake, shops and restaurants. The unit was spotless! I’m pretty picky about where my family stays and we would book this unit again tomorrow if we could! Loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Heather D.

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

Immaculate and comfy

Unit looks very new. Well furnished and tastefully decorated. I would come back and spend 3 days next time.
Stayed 1 night in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Gregory M.

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

Great place to stay if you’re going to explore Asheville and Black Mountain

We (my 8 month old daughter, my wife and myself) loved this property! About 20 minutes from downtown Asheville and a 5 minute walk to center of Black Mountain. Very clean, owner communicated almost immediately when we let them know we would be arriving later than expected and everything was as advertised! There were people in the upper unit but we never knew it! When we return- we will be checking to see if this place is available!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Grace A.

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

A Perfect Getaway

The property was charming and cozy....spotlessly clean and the location afforded beautiful views and convenience to downtown. My only regret was that our first stay was so brief.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patrick R.

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

Black mountain convenience

Nearby grassy area outside the house across the street to take your pet. Nicely remodeled interior. Owner was responsive to requests. Convenient to black mountain shops (our favorite is the butcher bar for a burger!) Thanks for having us!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

About the host

Hosted by Kenneth Russell

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My husband is a native of Black Mountain, I moved here 10 years ago. From the time I first came to Black Mountain I fell in love with it. I love the community, restaurants and the outdoors. Our community is beautiful, always perfectly landscaped and town square is decorated to match the season. Everyone is hospitable and most of the businesses are pet friendly. The weather is mild enough yet we still experience all the seasons. It is the perfect place to vacation and just relax.

Why they chose this property

Black Mountain is the front porch of the Blue Ridge Mountains. We love this property due to its location. It is walking distance to downtown Black Mountain, 20 mins East of Asheville, and about 30 mins from Asheville Regional Airport. Once you arrive here you can park your car and walk everywhere.

What makes this property unique

In downtown Black Mountain.
Within walking distance to Lake Tomahawk and the Black Mountain Golf Course.
You can walk to the local restaurants, shops, coffee house and breweries.
The surrounding mountains offer walking, hiking, biking trails, greenways, camping, trout fishing, lakes, and nearby waterfalls. You will be in downtown Black Mountain. Walking distance to downtown, near I-40; Montreat College; Camp Merri-Mac; Katazuma; Warren Wilson College; 20 minute drive to Asheville; 30 min drive to Catawba Falls.

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