Olive House w/Luxurious Wet Room Bath – Near Asheville & The Biltmore Estate - Woodfin

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Beautifully renovated inside and outside - enjoy the large wrap deck with views

Treat yourself in the luxuriously spacious wet room with renovated clawfoot tub

From main road – parking area to the right, yard partially fenced for privacy

Welcome! Come on in and enjoy your stay in our beautifully renovated Olive House

The neighbors just strolling by with the kids...

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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4102 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Check out the area

Asheville, NC

University of North Carolina at Asheville7 min drive
Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville10 min drive
The Orange Peel10 min drive
Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)25 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Ensuite Country Room

1 Queen Bed

French Door King Room

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Ensuite Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Epic Bath Haven

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Olive House w/Luxurious Wet Room Bath – Near Asheville & The Biltmore Estate

BEAUTIFUL NEWLY RENOVATED 1935 FARMHOUSE
This beautiful, newly-renovated little farmhouse is one story and has level access (no stairs) from the easy level driveway and 3-car parking area – rare for these parts. Near Asheville and many local attractions, or beautiful and comfortable to enjoy just staying in.

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NOTE: Please take your time and read our listing thoroughly - it's packed with helpful information. Most of your questions will be answered here. Once you book, I will send you a PDF of our very-informative "Welcome Book" - it's full with great info about "Olive", the area, local restaurants, grocery stores, hiking trails, etc. (There's also a printed copy at the cottage for your reference during your stay.)
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Named for the short private road she sits on, "Olivette", and her green-and-orange colors (think Manzanilla olives), not too long ago our amazing little Olive House was a diamond in the rough. It had been in disrepair for decades, but when we saw the spacious living area, the empty oversized bathroom (see "Bath Oasis"), the aged pine floors, we knew that with a lot of love, creativity, and elbow grease (and a bit of cash) this little empty shell would shine again and become the beautiful "Olive House" she is today.

ALL NEW... beautiful "Bath Oasis" (more about the bath below), ensuite bath, stainless steel refrigerator, electric range, siding, HVAC, electric, plumbing with on-demand hot water, coffered ceilings, lighting and fans, 3 sets of french doors, barn doors, full professional paint inside and out, gorgeous refinished floors, new laundry room with new washer and dryer, all new furnishings, new beautiful gardens and privacy fence, new spacious parking area, and revived roof and deck… The time has come for the Olive House to shine and for you to enjoy!

From the new coffered ceilings to the rich ebony pine floors, Tom and I worked to bring our vision to life so our guests could enjoy this sweet little gem of Asheville.

LOCATION! LOCATION! LOCATION!
Our Olive House is approximately 15 minutes to the city, another 10 to the entrance of the Biltmore Estate, and about 20 minutes total to just about any wonderful hiking trail and attractions in the Asheville area. About as close as you can get and still have a whole-house rental! Perfect!

CLEAN
This property is Fresh & Clean!
Our Olive House is professionally cleaned thoroughly and thoughtfully after each stay with no same-day turns. So, if you're looking for someplace beautiful, comfortable, CLEAN, and private to get away from the hustle and bustle... you found it! (Did I mention the epic bathroom?!)

SUPPLIES
Stocked to get you started... paper towels, tp, coffee, sugar, soaps, and more. If you need more, grocery stores are minutes away.

WELCOME GIFT
We love to offer you a Welcome Gift for staying at our sweet Olive House - an assortment of delicious trail mix packets will be waiting for you on the Welcome table. They're great for a quick snack upon arrival, or to take along for a hike. Enjoy!

For those of you bringing your pup, we leave a few doggy treats, a set of bowls in case you forget yours, and a doggy bed so they're just as comfortable as you are.

STAY "HOME"
If you'd like to stay cozied up in your beautiful secluded getaway, grab a sweet tea and play a game on the deck by the light of the vintage-style Edison bulbs. Or maybe make s’mores around the fire pit while enjoying the fresh mountain air and the laughter of family. Want to keep it simple… relax in the living room with a good book, puzzle, game, or a movie on the 50” smart TV with cable channels. Don't forget to bring your Netflix login!

EPIC "BATH OASIS"
Speaking of "relaxing"... did I mention the EPIC bathroom? Just cast your eyes on those photos! It’s a spacious bathroom with a beautiful repurposed vanity, gorgeous tile floors and walls, separate toilet room with barn door, frameless shower door, and a "wet room" with shower and the original refurbished 1920 antique clawfoot tub. Draw a warm bath and relax with a glass of wine and a good book while you soak your stress away. Bath Oasis!

And yes, the ensuite bathroom off the Queen room – once a large empty closet – is also new and quite beautiful… just not quite “epic”.

BEDS
There's 2 new comfy beds for restful nights after your big days exploring... the king-sized iron bed in the room with 2 new sets of french doors – with blinds and decorative frosted glass for your privacy, a wall of built-ins, and rich dark refinished fir flooring. The second bedroom has a beautiful oak queen bed, painted antique flooring, and ensuite bathroom. If you'd like to bring your own air mattress and bedding, there's plenty of floor space in the living room to sleep 2 more. (Fees may apply.)

A BIT MORE...
Our Little Olive House is situated on a cozy yard, partially surrounded by a privacy fence (not completely fenced), shaded by a large oak tree, and a wrap-around deck with plenty of sunshine. It's owner-managed and we take pride in doing all the little things to make your stay an amazing experience... I love to leave a Welcome Gift for our Guests. You can choose a bottle of Biltmore red or white wine or delicious Trail Mix. For those of you bringing your pup, we leave a set of bowls in case you forget yours, doggy tennis balls to play in the yard, and a doggy bed so they're just as comfortable as you are. We're happy to make suggestions and help whenever we can.

DRIVEWAY
Unlike many other properties in the area, our wide level driveway with 3 parking spots is easy for navigation and parking. Inclement weather is rarely an issue. That's a reassuring feature if you've ever tried driving up a steep WNC driveway in one of our winter snowstorms!

EXPLORE
Feeling the need to get out a bit? Visit the nearby grounds and gardens of the magnificent Biltmore Estate, drive the scenic Blue Ridge Parkway, or hike to one of the area's magnificent waterfalls. So much to do, or nothing at all. The choice is yours!

It's a short drive to Asheville and many local adventures and attractions, but comfortable to enjoy just staying in and relaxing. Use the House as home base while you ski Wolf Ridge Ski Resort, hike off the Blue Ridge Parkway, kayak the French Broad, tube the Green, tour the Biltmore Estate, sample the local shops, restaurants and breweries... whatever makes you smile!

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An important note:
Even though it’s a rare, in this uncertain time of extreme weather and illnesses a guest may need to cancel shortly before they check in. For that reason, we strongly recommend purchasing trip insurance wherever you book. Due to circumstances beyond our control, we (all VRBO owners) may be unable to refund your late cancellations. VRBO offers you their insurance when you book, however feel free to investigate other options. A little spent now could save your much later. Please refer to VRBO for more information.**

I'm always watching out for my guests, even before you reserve.

Property manager

Kristen A Salvatore

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 23

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 50 lb per pet (limit 2 pets total)

$75 per pet. See RA for PET POLICY

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

NO PARTIES or EVENTS. This is a quiet neighborhood

NO SMOKING in the house.

No blind third-party bookings.

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

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

About the area

Asheville

Located in Asheville, this cottage is in a rural area. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Biltmore Estate and Pisgah National Forest. Botanical Gardens at Asheville and Colburn Earth Science Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Asheville, NC

What's nearby

University of North Carolina at Asheville - 7 min drive
Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 10 min drive
The Orange Peel - 10 min drive
Downtown Market Asheville - 10 min drive
Biltmore Estate - 21 min drive

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 7 min drive
Sawhorse - 9 min drive
Sonic Drive-In - 6 min drive
High Five Woodfin - 5 min drive
Wynn's Diner - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Olive House w/Luxurious Wet Room Bath – Near Asheville & The Biltmore Estate pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Olive House w/Luxurious Wet Room Bath – Near Asheville & The Biltmore Estate?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Olive House w/Luxurious Wet Room Bath – Near Asheville & The Biltmore Estate?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Olive House w/Luxurious Wet Room Bath – Near Asheville & The Biltmore Estate located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from French Broad River and within 6 miles (10 km) of University of North Carolina at Asheville and Kimmel Arena. Botanical Gardens at Asheville and Beaver Lake are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Nicole M., Chapel Hill

6 Jan 2024

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

Cute

We enjoyed staying here and celebrating Thanksgiving .

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark B., Washington, DC

4 Jan 2024

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

Cute house outside of Asheville

Great place to stay within 10-15 minutes of Asheville. Cute, comfortable house with a nice little yard . Convenient place for my wife and I and our pup to stay over New Years. Will be back, preferably in warmer months!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

1 Jan 2024

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

Perfect Getaway

This house was the perfect place for our family trip to Asheville! Kris was the best host and super attentive and helpful with any and everything we needed. Myself, my husband, our one year old son and two dogs had a blast. The partial privacy fence was amazing at helping our pups not get distracted when going out to potty. The porch was so nice with beautiful string lights that weren’t overbearing. The house was extremely clean, the shower was so relaxing and the king size bed was super comfortable. We slept great, were only 15 minutes from the entrance to Biltmore and close to all our favorite Asheville activities and restaurants. The silver-line park in Woodfin was a perfect play area for our son and High Five coffee was a delicious morning treat. We will definitely be staying here again when we make our next trip to the area!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Crystal A., Hernando Beach, USA

30 Dec 2023

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

Great little house!

My friend and I and our four small dogs under 10 pounds, stayed for three nights and had a fantastic time. Plenty of yard for roaming, even though it wasn't fully fenced. The hosts were amazing and very responsive! Great location. Very cozy with all needed amenities!

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jack A.

14 Dec 2023

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

Cozy, comfortable, convenient

What a delight to enjoy a Christmas reunion with our adult son in the Olive House! Plenty of room for son and parents to have our own space and bath facilities. And nice dining table for face-to-face time at meals. Loved the décor. And the ways you anticipated your guests’ needs. I particularly enjoyed the hand-held shower sprayer! An amenity we don’t often find at VRBOs. And the shower brush (since we inadvertently left ours at home). Night-time temps were in the 20s, but water was quickly warm, and bedding was also warm, even without the extra blanket on the end of the bed. The heater worked great. My biggest problem was with using the bed to sit on. The mattress is high and even though I am 5’7” and my husband and son are over 6’, we all had trouble sitting on the bed without sliding off. It’s the combination of the high, rounded mattress and the unpadded rug on the slick (but beautiful) wood floor. There is no friction to stop you from keeping sliding. I had to “re-sit” on the bed constantly so I wouldn’t wind up on the floor. (Which was quite a trick while trying to put on pants and socks. There is no other place to sit to dress privately, unless you carry everything to the bath) I think a pad for the rug could help. Thank you for the wonderful hospitality so close to downtown. We will be back!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

About the host

Hosted by Kristen A Salvatore

Tom is an experienced land surveyor with more than 30 years in the field. Several years ago, he started his own survey business here in Asheville and is well known and respected in the industry.

Kris is a Real Estate Broker, graphic designer, artist, and property manager. She loves using her skills in renovation, refinishing floors, and her vision as a designer to renew old homes into beautiful vacation rental properties to be enjoyed by folks visiting the Asheville area. Tom lovingly applies his skills at carpentry, light electric, and vision in sync with Kris. As a result, the houses shine brighter and more beautiful than ever.

Once ready for guests, Kris manages the houses and makes sure the guests truly love their experience, whichever one of their 3 vacation homes they choose. As an award-winning Realtor, Kris also helps many folks find their own forever and vacation homes here in WNC.

Together, Tom and Kris have lived in the Asheville area for over 20 years. They met several years ago when she hired Tom to survey her land in nearby Arden. Soon, they discovered their mutual interest and worked together creating 3 lovely 5-star vacation rentals... The Sweet Mount Royal House, The Little Yellow Cottage, and most recently… The Olive House.

Why they chose this property

Kris and Tom saw this diamond-in-the-rough and knew it could be beautiful – the perfect size, character, bright open rooms, large bathroom, virgin wood floors, a quiet rural neighborhood, and the close proximity to Asheville – so we decided to make it ours. After a “few” trips to the hardware store and more than a year of hard work, she’s ready to shine again. Our labor of love!

What makes this property unique

It’s difficult to name just one thing that I love about our Olive House. When we found it, she was an empty and worn little building with so much potential. After many months of love and labor, she’s now a shiny, happy, beautiful little house.

Hmmm... if I had to choose my favorite feature, I would have to say it's the "Bath Oasis" – the refinished antique 1926 clawfoot tub in the beautiful "wet room" of the stylish bathroom – is my favorite feature. Guests can relax with a book and soak their cares away. (Anyone remember "Calgon"??)

The large bathroom has been gutted and entirely redesigned with a refinished clawfoot tub in a "wet room" with beautiful bold tile, glass doors, a repurposed cabinet beautifully refinished for the vanity, vessel sink with waterfall faucet, and a separate toilet room with barn door. All new. All fresh. Wonderfully designed and waiting for our guests!

Her location can’t be beat – a quiet country road yet close to the city and nearby adventures. In a short drive you can have lunch downtown, sample the local breweries, visit the Biltmore Estate, enjoy a concert at the Orange Peel, LaZoom, ski, hike, tube, kayak… whatever makes you smile! Then come home to our comfy little cottage, kick off your sandals (or ski boots), and rest up for the next day’s adventure.

The benefit of starting with an empty house is that now almost everything is new – from the parking area to the refinished antique clawfoot tub! That includes the stainless steel fridge, stainless steel range, micro, toaster oven, washer/dryer/laundry room, HVAC, on-demand hot water, privacy fence, french doors, barn doors... We also had fun adding things we felt our guests would enjoy – fire pit, the "Coffee Wall" with colorful mugs with our favorite coffee we discovered in Honduras, comfy beds with plush soft blankets and quilts, and a big tv with all the apps and cable. (Remember to bring your logins.)