1878 Victorian Farmhouse Near Asheville on 80 Acres

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6223 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Explore the area

Leicester, NC

The Orange Peel33 min drive
Asheville Outlets37 min drive
Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)45 min drive
Biltmore Estate47 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Guest Room

2 Single Beds

King Bedroom

1 King Bed

Sunflower Room

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

1st Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

2nd Floor Bathroom

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

This beautiful 1878 Victorian Farm house was completely remodeled in 2020 with all the comforts you need for a relaxing & unforgettable stay. Features 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, 3 fire places, plenty of open common areas and covered front and back outdoor spaces with dining area, hot tub and fire pit. Located in the quiet mountain community of Sandy Mush, 25 minutes from Downtown Asheville. The home is located on 80 acres of beautiful pasture and wooded land for you to explore and enjoy.

This Historic home is a very special place. Rich with history from the Smoky Mountains. The remodel was meticulously done with tremendous effort to maintain the look and feel of the original home with an added cool updated vibe. All the mill work on the exterior is original done locally in the 1890's The decor was chosen with great care to give each lucky person who spends time there an experience they will treasure forever. The home was updated using the original barn wood from the properties old tobacco barn, original hand cut beams & original ship lap walls. The double sided fire place is original and was restored adding warmth and coziness to the living space. There is a fully equipped kitchen with all new appliances including a gas stove, dishwasher and service for 8 guests. Coffee and Tea station is provided The second level has all original flooring with two custom metal beds and a custom built armoire with antique gothic doors. Blackout window treatments are installed in each bedroom. The bedroom with the 2 double beds can be converted to a King size upon request. There is full bathroom on each floor and a claw foot tub on the second level for relaxing after a long day exploring the mountains. Central A/C - Heat will keep you comfortable all year long .

The Parlor Room with fireplace is a nice place to get away with a book or to play a game of chess/checkers on the game table. There is a small desk where you will find information about the area and attractions.

There are also 4 Bose blue tooth speakers with Sound Link features. The house is equipped with high speed Fiber/Broadband internet and TV (Dish). Cellular phone signals are spotty in the area depending on your provider but Wifi calling works well.

Come and stay in this amazing historic home to unwind and disconnect from everything. Spend your days exploring the mountains and all Asheville has to offer or just enjoy the beautiful 80 acres of farm which is part of the Southern Appalachian Highlands Conservancy

Property manager

Glenn & Donna FF

Premier Host

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 3–17

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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: 14

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Leicester

Located in Leicester, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a river. Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville and Grey Eagle are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Asheville Treetops Adventure Park and New Belgium Brewing Company. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at The Orange Peel or McCormick Field. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Leicester, NC

What's nearby

Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 33 min drive
University of North Carolina at Asheville - 33 min drive
The Orange Peel - 33 min drive
Asheville Outlets - 37 min drive
Biltmore Estate - 47 min drive

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

Addison Farms Vineyard - 10 min drive
Turkey Creek Cafe - 16 min drive
The Still - 17 min drive
Yellow Stone Ice - 25 min drive
Turkey Creek Tomatoes - 13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 1878 Victorian Farmhouse Near Asheville on 80 Acres pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 1878 Victorian Farmhouse Near Asheville on 80 Acres?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1878 Victorian Farmhouse Near Asheville on 80 Acres?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 1878 Victorian Farmhouse Near Asheville on 80 Acres located?

Located in the heart of Leicester, this holiday home is within 20 miles (32 km) of Asheville Treetops Adventure Park, University of North Carolina at Asheville and Botanical Gardens at Asheville. New Belgium Brewing Company and Beaver Lake View Park are also within 20 miles (32 km).

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10/10

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10/10

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10/10

Location

10/10

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10/10 Excellent

Kris H.

9 Apr 2024

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

Anniversary trip

We can’t say enough about this property and the amazing hosts… Donna and Glen !!!! Everything was absolutely perfect. The house was so beautifully appointed and comfortable. Everything we need was there. The grounds were beyond gorgeous. Quiet and scenic. A fire pit out back generously stocked with wood. Acres of land to explore… ( take the tour with the hosts if offered.. a fun ride and the bonus of seeing their animals. A quiet location a bit out of town but not too far. Plenty of room to spread out and a pool table to enjoy a game. The hot tub was a welcome retreat at the end of a long day and the THREE! Fireplaces made it very cozy. We would recommend this place highly. One of the best VRBOs we’ve used. Thanks again Glen and Donna for a phenomenal home away from home If in the area we’d be more than tempted to stay here again!!!!

Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela E.

2 Apr 2024

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

Completely Magical

Our stay at the farmhouse was nothing short of magical. We were able to coordinate with Donna to have our small elopement on the property with a lovely intimate family dinner afterwards. The house is immaculate with every need thought of. It's so beautiful and spacious and the grounds are so wonderful. The welcome basket was such a nice touch and Donna was so gracious to give us a tour of the property and advise us on a nice spot for our ceremony. I loved all the cute farm animals and the friendly cats. The neighbors dog and cats are so sweet and friendly as well. We had such a good time and would return in a heartbeat. Thank you Donna and Glenn for sharing such a warm and special place.

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan s.

28 Mar 2024

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

Perfect in Every way!

The Payne House is clean, beautiful, well appointed, very comfortable and even the wonderful pictures don't do it justice!!! Donna and Glen were accommodating in way and went above and beyond to made our stay enjoyable. You will not be disappointed in this home!!!!!

Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandrea M., Cedar Park, Texas

1 Mar 2024

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

Perfection!!

This house was the most beautiful VRBO we have ever stayed in! It had everything we needed plus. It was quiet and peaceful. I cannot give enough descriptive words for this magnificent house and host!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa C.

25 Feb 2024

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

Picturesque, peaceful, and perfect!

The house is stunning! Every detail has been thought through and the decor was absolutely the picture of relaxed luxury. The instructions for check in and check out were simple and the home is stocked with everything you need for a mountain getaway. The location is so perfect and we loooooved seeing the peacocks, donkey, and goats! I could not be happier that we chose this location for our getaway! Can’t wait to book again!

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Glenn & Donna FF

My husband and I moved from Florida to get away from it all. The area is beautiful and peaceful. We love animals and wanted a place were we could expand our furry family and enjoy the outdoors

Why they chose this property

This beautiful farmhouse was abandon and in disrepair for many years before it went for auction. We live across the street and jumped at the chance to own this place. Over the last year and a half 2020-21 we remodeled the house and bought the farm back to life. Our ultimate goal is to have a retired farm animal rescue on the property to give hard working animals a place to live out their golden years. The funds from the farmhouse will help us help the animals!