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Escape to your cozy Mars Hill Cottage, near Asheville

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An outdoor seating area with a fire pit, two chairs, and a table with a bottle and glass.
A neatly made bed with folded towels and a gold ribbon, a bedside table with a lamp, and a wall with framed pictures.
A spacious kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel stove, and a large window providing a view of the outdoors.
A living room with a beige sofa, a fireplace, and a vase with flowers.
A single-story house with a porch, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Ski access
    A rare find - hit the slopes directly from your doorstep!
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Ski-in/ski-out access
  • Patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • High-speed internet
  • Refrigerator
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Mars Hill, NC
  • Place, Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Pisgah National Forest
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, French Broad River
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Escape to your cozy Mars Hill Cottage, near Asheville

Nestled in the heart of Mars Hill, this charming 2-bedroom cottage offers a cozy retreat for your next vacation. Surrounded by the stunning Pisgah National Forest, just a 9-minute drive away, and the serene French Broad River, a 12-minute drive, you'll be immersed in the natural beauty of the region. Inside, you'll find a fully stocked kitchen with a stove, oven, refrigerator, and all the necessary appliances, perfect for whipping up delicious meals. Unwind in the living room, curl up by the fireplace, or enjoy a movie on the smart TV’s. Stay connected with the free WiFi, and take care of your laundry with the in-unit washer and dryer. The cottage also features essential amenities like a bathroom with towels and basic soaps, an iron and board, and climate control for your comfort. Step outside to the porch, relax by the fire pit, or enjoy the outdoor furniture. Whether you're seeking a cozy retreat or an adventure-filled getaway, this charming cottage in Mars Hill has everything you need for an unforgettable vacation.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Any guests beyond the number listed on your itinerary will be charged a penalty.
We reserve the right to terminate your stay without refund if you exceed the maximum occupancy (3 guests)
The cottage and gardens are for the use of the registered guests only!!

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2046571vb
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 deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Mars Hill

Located in Mars Hill, this cottage is in a rural area and in the mountains. Sandy Bottom Trail Rides and Reems Creek Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Marshall Nature Sanctuary and Pisgah National Forest. Flow and Marshall High Studios are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding and skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.
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Mars Hill, NC

What's nearby

  • Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Marshall Nature Sanctuary - 12 min drive - 12.5 km
  • French Broad River - 13 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Marshall Town Hall - 16 min drive - 16.1 km
  • Sams Gap - 19 min drive - 28.7 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Fiesta - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hickory Nut Gorge Craf - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bonnie & Clyde’s - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Escape to your cozy Mars Hill Cottage, near Asheville pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Escape to your cozy Mars Hill Cottage, near Asheville?

As of 25 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Escape to your cozy Mars Hill Cottage, near Asheville on 7 Dec 2026 start from AU$308, 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 Escape to your cozy Mars Hill Cottage, near Asheville?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Escape to your cozy Mars Hill Cottage, near Asheville?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Escape to your cozy Mars Hill Cottage, near Asheville?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Escape to your cozy Mars Hill Cottage, near Asheville located?

Offering ski-in/ski-out access, this cottage in Mars Hill is situated in the mountains, 2.1 mi (3.3 km) from Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre, and is convenient for winter activities, such as sledging and snowmobiling. Flow and Marshall High Studios are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 150 out of 160 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 160 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 160 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 160 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 160 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant stay. Always nice and quiet and we love seeing the cattle!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay, very quiet & close to my son's school. Hope to stay here again soon.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a pleasure to stay at your property Very comfortable, clean and welcoming. Love the mornings on the porch watching the hummingbirds and blue jays & the evenings of nighttime crickets and creatures. Peaceful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable home in a peaceful setting. Thoughtful attention to details make this home a perfect get away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A great place to relax when touring in the area. Vert quiet.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the cottage. It was clean and well furnished. The beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was perfect place for us! Quiet, quaint, clean and great location. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
If I could have given more thsn 5 stars I would have.....
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was clean. We loved sitting on the front porch watching the rain and having coffee. The Host was the best. I would say we would be back but we made an offer on a home so hopefully we are moving to NC.We love it!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very well stocked maybe a grill would be nice but would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptionally clean and simple check in & out! Great location for Mars Hill and a very hospitable host!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the location but we missed the cows this time.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a wonderful stay at this cottage! It is comfortable and has everything we needed to relax and enjoy our family time together. The property & area is quiet and a nice place to unwind. Convenient short drive to Mars Hill university. We felt right at home and would definitely love to come back again!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We wish we had more time in our trip to enjoy this super cute cottage. The property was nice and cozy, clean and had personal touches like a welcome basket and usable items for ease of stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were very graciousy welcomed by our hosts who also were kind enough to provde us with some goodies as well. This was our second stay at this charming cottage. We enjoyed the peace and quiet and only wished we could have sat on the covered porch while we were there. Would highly recommend and hope to return again soon.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Very nice place to stay

Nice place very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful little place to stay!

This little house was so cute and cozy! Absolutely wonderful place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property met our needs perfectly.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great! The host, Amber Englebrecht, did an outstanding job of preparing the home and staying in contact to ensure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Stay

I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at this property. It is centrally located as I was in the area house hunting. House had everything necessary for a comfortable stay and it was super clean!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We absolutely love this house. I recommend it to anybody who wants to visit Mars Hill. It is so peaceful, and well appointed and very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and cozy and in a gorgeous spot.Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect!

Nice, easy, comfortable stay. We will definitely be back when we're in the area again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was awesome and very attentive. The house is a very small farmhouse, but was stocked with everything that we needed during our stay. It was very cute.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

About the host

Hosted by Amber Engelbrecht

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Why they chose this property

We fell in love with the outstanding natural beauty of the hills and trees! Amazing to watch the wildlife.

What makes this property unique

It is settled on over 50 acres of property for you to explore!

Languages:

English

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