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Stepping Stone | Pet Friendly & 5-Minutes to Town!

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Welcome to Stepping Stone!
Exterior view of Stepping Stone
Living room with wood-burning fireplace
Kitchen with gas range, dishwasher, drip-style coffee maker, and Keurig coffee maker
Outdoor patio with gas grill and bistro seating

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Black Mountain, NC
  • Place, Black Mountain Center for the Arts
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Swannanoa Valley Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, White Horse Black Mountain
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed and 1 King Bed

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Half Bathroom 4

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Stepping Stone | Pet Friendly & 5-Minutes to Town!

Tranquil and exquisite, Stepping Stone is located in Black Mountain's charming Cheshire Village and offers 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and ample space for fellowship and entertainment. Walk to the heart of Cheshire for lunch, take a five-minute trip to beautiful Black Mountain for superb food and shopping, or visit Asheville, the Blue Ridge Parkway, and the Biltmore Estate, which are less than 30 minutes away.

About the Home
• The kitchen boasts top-of-the-line Viking appliances with a gas range, dishwasher, drip-style coffee maker, and Keurig coffee maker.
• Open-concept dining area with seating for 8 overlooking the living room with a wood-burning fireplace.
• Covered porch with a wood-burning fireplace and cozy seating.
• Lower-level recreation space with gas log fireplace, daybed-style seating, and game table.
• For added convenience, a powder room is available on the main floor.

Where to Unwind
• The main floor primary bedroom offers a king-size bed, TV, and en suite bathroom with a walk-in shower and soaking tub.
• The upper-level offers two bedrooms, each with a queen-size bed, along with a full bathroom (bathtub and shower combination), which can be accessed from the hallway.
• Open-air loft with a designated workspace and TV.
• Lower-level bedroom with a king-size bed, twin-size daybed, and en suite bathroom with bathtub and shower combination.

Where to Explore
• Beradu Specialty Market | 5 minute walk
• Sake Sushi | 5 minute walk
• Nearest Gas, Ingles iMarket | 3 minutes
• Nearest Grocery, Ingles Market | 3 minutes
• Downtown Black Mountain | 4 minutes
• Lookout Mountain Trail Head | 13 minutes
• The Blue Ridge Parkway | 13 minutes
• Downtown Asheville | 19 minutes
• The Biltmore Estate | 25 minutes

Please note: This house is dog-friendly with a $100.00 non-refundable fee per dog (maximum of two). Sorry, this home is not cat-friendly due to common allergies. True to its name, Stepping Stone requires navigating 20 stone steps from the parking space to the main entrance. Parking is available for up to 2 vehicles, with overflow parking available nearby. This home is pet-friendly for up to 2 dogs, with an additional fee.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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

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Property # 4349092vb
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Black Mountain

Cheshire, a neighbourhood in Black Mountain, is home to this holiday home. Swannanoa Valley Museum and Arrowhead Monument are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include The Merry Wine Market and Black Mountain Center for the Arts. Ten Thousand Villages and Holden Visual Arts Center are also worth visiting. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain climbing, mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Black Mountain, NC

What's nearby

  • Black Mountain Center for the Arts - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Swannanoa Valley Museum - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • White Horse Black Mountain - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • The Merry Wine Market - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Biltmore Estate - 19 min drive - 29.3 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Recess Coffee and Baked Goods - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬14 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Stepping Stone | Pet Friendly & 5-Minutes to Town! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Stepping Stone | Pet Friendly & 5-Minutes to Town!?

As of 11 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Stepping Stone | Pet Friendly & 5-Minutes to Town! on 9 Sept 2026 start from AU$880, 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 Stepping Stone | Pet Friendly & 5-Minutes to Town!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Stepping Stone | Pet Friendly & 5-Minutes to Town!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stepping Stone | Pet Friendly & 5-Minutes to Town!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stepping Stone | Pet Friendly & 5-Minutes to Town! located?

Located in Cheshire, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Black Mountain Center for the Arts, Swannanoa Valley Museum and The Merry Wine Market. White Horse Black Mountain and Lake Tomahawk are also within 3 miles (5 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. 31 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Armanda I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect property for my family of five to enjoy the North Carolina mountains. Everything was just as expected if not better. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Apr 2026
We're so thrilled to hear that Stepping Stone exceeded expectations and provided the perfect mountain getaway for you and your family. We can't thank you enough for your review, and we would love to host you again when you return to the Asheville area!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jayne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home. Perfect for our group!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Dec 2025
Jayne, that's wonderful to hear! We appreciate your kind review and look forward to welcoming you back to Stepping Stone in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was great, it accommodated my dog perfectly and created excellent spaces to gather or separate the children from the parents.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Dec 2025
Thomas, thank you so much for your review! We’re glad to hear that Stepping Stone worked so well for you and your family (including your sweet pup!) We appreciate you choosing to stay with us at Greybeard Rentals, and we hope to welcome you back to the mountains soon for another enjoyable getaway!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the Stepping Stones house and area !!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2025
Ellen, we're so happy to hear you loved Stepping Stone and its location in Cheshire Village! We’re grateful for your feedback and look forward to your next visit.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sean C.

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

Amazing place in Cheshire

One of the best rentals I have ever had a chance to stay at 5 stars
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second time staying at this house, and we loved it! It was comfortable and well-appointed. We love the convenience of the neighborhood. Check-in was easy. The rental company had good communication and was very responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Aug 2025
Melissa, thank you so much for choosing to stay with us again! We’re thrilled to hear that Stepping Stone continues to be a perfect getaway spot for you, and that the check-in process and communication with our team helped make things smooth and stress-free. We can't thank you enough for your review, and we’re excited to help you plan another memorable stay soon!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heather W.

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

Beautiful house

Beautiful house in a great community. We would gladly stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BArry R.

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

Great place

Great place, easy to get to Asheville. Exceptionally clean. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jan 2022
Barry and guests were great.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne S.

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

Nice place for a girls' weekend

Spacious, clean and well stocked.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina M.

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

Perfect trip

Super fun location. Quiet but central to where we wanted to be I absolutely loved the Japanese restaurant in walking distance don’t sleep on the jalepeno app- never had anything so good or unexpected
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt S.

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

Beautiful spot

Really enjoyed our stay. House had everything. Outdoor fireplace and porch were a highlight for us. Really close to Black Mountain and lots of stuff to do.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

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

Beautiful home in great location

The home is very well appointed and comfortable and was absolutely perfect for our wedding weekend trip because it was so close to town and all of the events. The neighborhood is charming and the house is extremely clean and lovely! I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2024
So glad you enjoyed your stay! We’d love to host you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tanya L.

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

Awesome location !

Our family and friends truly enjoyed this house. There was plenty of room and felt very safe !!! Minutes from grocery and restaurants. Such a quaint and cute house .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 29 May 2024
I'm glad you all enjoyed our house! We'd love to host you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

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

Ladies yearly vacation

Accommodating place, good location, friendly neighborhood. Nice welcoming basket with goodies and information.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul T.

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

Black Mountain Getaway

Wonderful home and host! Home works really well for a larger group. The entire home, from the outdoor fireplace to the basement setup was just great. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2024
Glad you enjoyed your stay and we'd love to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne M.

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

Luxury in the Mountains

This home is beautiful, filled with comfortable furnishings that accommodate many, and stocked with plenty of amenities (including board games for rainy afternoons). The location is close to hiking trails and the offerings in downtown Black Mountain but tucked away in a very quiet spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna Ward B.

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

Beautiful home and community

We loved our stay! The home was large and had space for everyone to spread out. The beds were so comfy! We enjoyed burning a fire each night and relaxing in the main living room. Our kids loved the nearby playground and creek. The house had everything we needed and was well stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2024
Glad you enjoyed your stay and we'd love to host you again!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dori B.

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

Loved it!

Enjoyed the house so much! Plenty of space for our gang. Beautiful! All details were very smooth and management was super helpful!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 May 2024
Glad you enjoyed your stay and we'd love to host you again!
Verified

8/10 Good

Karrie C.

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

Beautiful home

The home is beautiful and equipped with everything you need. My family and I enjoyed the location and how close it was to everything. The home is located on a street which has other beautiful homes. There wasn’t much of a view, but the surroundings were peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sharon H.

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

Sibling Getaway

All eight of us adults had a good time. The atmosphere was perfect except for the two barking boxers. The amendimies were top notch.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Crystal C.

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

Wonderful

We were totally impressed with the house and neighborhood. Everything about the house was pleasing architecturally. It gave our three families plenty of room for privacy when we needed it but room to spend time together at other times.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica H.

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

Amazing property

Group of 7 friends came for a 60th birthday trip. We travel a lot as a group together. This house was by far the best we have stayed at. The house was amazing, gift basket was a nice touch, there was nothing else we could have asked for. The location was close to everything. I highly recommend this property.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

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

Wonderful Mountain House

We loved this house! We stayed here with our family after picking our kids up from camp. The house was so comfortable with plenty of room for everyone to spread out. We loved the downstairs den for watching movies and the kids loved the upstairs loft area to hang out. The beds were all comfortable. We loved the convenience to the grocery store, restaurants, and downtown. We look forward to staying here again on our next trip to Black Mtn!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine F.

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

Exceptional home - terrific location

This is a lovely and very well-maintained home. 5 stars! * immaculately clean and tastefully decorated * great floor plan * very convenient to Black Mountain and Asheville area * lots of thoughtful amenities (toiletries, basic kitchen supplies, welcome snacks, games, etc.) * prompt and helpful communication with owner Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

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

Everyone loved this place!

We had three generations in one house! Each had their own floor/space. Truly a great vacation home. Loved sitting on the porch, listening to rain or watching fireflies in the field across the street. Easy walk to Sake sushi. The kitchen was nice along with the grill. Everyone had a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2024
We're glad to hear your whole family enjoyed their stay! We'd love to welcome you back.

About the host

Hosted by Greybeard Rentals

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Greybeard Rentals manages over 225 vacation rentals in Asheville, Black Mountain, Lake James, and the surrounding Western North Carolina region. A locally owned and operated business for over 25 years, Greybeard Rentals team of 20+ rental specialists are available to provide 24/7 rental emergency support for any rental issues that arise. They are also available to assist with any questions you may have about restaurant recommendations, activities, and more.

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