The Mayor's Cottage -- Cozy cottage in downtown with easy access to everything

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Check out the area

Waynesville, NC

Waynesville Recreation Center3 min drive
Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center6 min drive
Lake Junaluska Golf Course6 min drive
Knoxville, TN (TYS-McGhee Tyson)115 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

The Mayor's Cottage is a newly renovated cottage perfectly located in downtown Waynesville, only 2 blocks from the town's thriving Main Street and easily accessible to the Blue Ridge Parkway, Great Smokies National Park, and other area amenities and attractions. Cozy and attractive, it provides comfort and convenience while retaining its historical charm. The large fenced-in yard is perfect for children to play in and also for small dogs, which may be allowed with pre-approval by the owner.

Property manager

Molly Foy

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Waynesville Vacation Rental | 880 Sq Ft | 2BR | 1BA | Step-Free Access

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 20 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)

Pre-approval required. Please describe breed/size.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No candles or other flammable liquids or materials.

Make sure all appliances and switches are turned off and all windows and doors are closed and locked when you are not on the premises.

Up to 2 small dogs are allowed with preapproval by owner. Do not leave dogs unattended unless they are locked in crates or kennels.

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

Waynesville

Located in Waynesville, this cottage is in the city center and in the mountains. Pisgah National Forest and Great Smoky Mountains National Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Waynesville Recreation Center and Queen's Farm Stables. Barber Orchard Fruitstand and Maggie Valley Festival Grounds are also worth visiting. Rafting and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing nearby.

Waynesville, NC

What's nearby

LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography - 8 min walk
Waynesville Recreation Center - 3 min drive
Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 6 min drive
Lake Junaluska Golf Course - 6 min drive
Queen's Farm Stables - 6 min drive

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

Chick-Fil-A - 3 min drive
Singletree Heritage Kitchen - 9 min walk
McDonald's - 2 min drive
Waynesville Pizza Company - 2 min drive
Sauced - 6 min walk

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann D.

2 May 2024

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

Oakley

The cottage was perfect for us along with the host’s interaction and hospitality.😊

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie K.

25 Nov 2023

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

Little Jewel in Waynesville

Property was clean, cozy, and convenient to downtown. Well thought out with all the little details and amenities. Comfy bed, comfy seating in the living area. Most wonderful place!

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

James P.

28 Oct 2023

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

Perfect

The Mayor's Cottage was perfect for my dtay. It's a block or so from main street and easy walking distance to shopping, restaurants and breweries. It is tastefully decorated and has everything you might need for your stay. Communication with the owner was exceptional. Will definitely book again. Cheers!

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine L.

23 Aug 2023

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

Loved our stay

This great little cottage is very convenient to the shops, restaurants, etc. in downtown Waynesville. Clean, walking distance to main street, dog friendly. We really enjoyed out stay.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

28 June 2023

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

stay at mayor's cottage

very good stay. Had an issue getting in but contacted owner and she program it . It was bad batt. problem.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

About the host

Hosted by Molly Foy

My two sisters and I (co-hosts of The Mayor's Cottage) grew up next door and spent a lot of time in the cottage when our grandmother lived there. We have maintained it and renovated it with love, and we hope our guests soak up its historical charm while enjoying all of the modern conveniences that we've added. We are happy to answer questions any time and are honored to be your host.

Why they chose this property

The property was beautifully updated during the winter of 2021-22. It is all on one level, so no stair-climbing is required. Interior doorways connect the living area to the bedroom and the bedroom to the spacious bathroom. The living, dining, and kitchen areas are connected via open floor plan. Large windows and recessed lighting make the interiors bright and welcoming. The seating furniture is comfortable and plentiful. Located next to a large window, the dining table can double as workspace. All rooms can be heated in cooler months, and the new air-cooling mini-split unit, plus bedroom ceiling fan, will keep guests comfortable when it's hot outside.

The Mayor's Cottage is located in a quiet residential neighborhood at the center of town. You'll find many activities nearby, but you can also drive to Asheville in 30 minutes to visit popular attractions, such as the Biltmore Estate. If you're looking for great scenery and hiking, you'll be on the Blue Ridge Parkway in 15 minutes. And it's a convenient base for enjoying beautiful Cataloochee Valley, the Cataloochee Ski Resort, Nantahala and Pisgah forests, and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, or just a leisurely stroll around Lake Junaluska.

Private (and free), off-road parking is available for a single vehicle. The neighborhood and downtown areas are easily walkable, if desired. This is also a great area for biking.

What makes this property unique

Guests have access to the entire structure, as well as to the grassy front yard and the large, fenced-in backyard.

The Mayor's Cottage is perfect for people of all ages, including couples, single adults, and small families. TV service includes channels provided through DirecTV, and the smart TV itself allows for streaming through guests' own subscriptions and devices. Board games, puzzles, and DVDs, as well as a wall-full of books, are available for our guests' indoor entertainment.

To ensure you get settled in and have a great start to your visit, we provide a starter supply of toilet paper, paper towels, soaps, detergents and other essentials. However, these may not be enough for those booking an extended stay, and you may need to purchase additional supplies.

NOTE: Exterior-only security cameras (2) are installed for the protection of the property and our guests. (There are no other video or audio recording devices on premises.)