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Whimsical Bat Cave Cottage w/ Fire Pit!
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9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5111.5 sq m
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Hendersonville, NC
- Place, CMLC Florence Nature Preserve7 min drive
- Place, Chimney Rock State Park7 min drive
- Place, Hickory Nut Gap Farm12 min drive
- Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)29 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Additional Sleeping (Den)
1 Single Bed
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Full Bathroom
Full Bathroom
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Whimsical Bat Cave Cottage w/ Fire Pit!
Gear up for a rejuvenating outdoor retreat at this 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom Bat Cave vacation rental. This enchanting single-story cottage features a lush, private setting nestled on a homestead built in 1905, a sunroom, and 2 wood-burning fire pits in the spacious backyard. Spend the day out at the water and explore Lake Lure Flowering Bridge and Lake Lure Beach and Water Park. Retire home to a cozy setting in front of the wood-burning stove and the Smart TV with your favorite movie playing.
-- THE PROPERTY --
Lush, Private Setting | Built in 1905 | Sunroom | Pet Friendly w/ Fee (Paid Pre-Trip)
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Den: Twin Daybed
OUTDOOR LIVING: Covered side porch w/ rocking chairs & swing bench, backyard w/ charcoal grill (charcoal not provided), 2 wood-burning fire pits, wood shed (firewood provided), stream on-site
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV w/ DVD player, wood-burning stove, hammock chair, bean bags, bistro table & decorative lighting, dining table, WFH desk, board games, books, 1,200 sq ft
KITCHEN: Dishwasher, fridge, oven w/ 4-burner stovetop, microwave, island w/ seating, Keurig & drip coffee makers, coffee grinder, tea kettle, toaster, cooking basics, dishware & flatware
GENERAL: Free WiFi, central A/C, electric heating, washer/dryer, linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, laundry detergent, hair dryer, hangers, trash bags/paper towels, discounted admission to Biltmore
FAQ: 2 exterior security cameras (facing out), stairs required for access
PARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
LAKE DAYS: Lake Lure Flowering Bridge (4.7 miles), Lake Lure Tours (5.0 miles), Lake Lure Washburn Marina (5.0 miles), Morse Park (5.0 miles), Lake Lure Beach and Water Park (5.3 miles), Lake Lure Adventure Company (9.6 miles)
ESCAPE TO NATURE: Chimney Rock State Park (3.9 miles), Chimney Rock Village Riverwalk (3.9 miles), Canopy Ridge Farm (10.6 miles), Black Mountain (16.1 miles), Buffalo Creek Park (16.4 miles)
HENDERSONVILLE (~16.0 miles): Sightseeing, restaurants, local attractions, outdoor recreation
ASHEVILLE (~23.0 miles): Biltmore Estate, The North Carolina Arboretum, shopping, dining, events & concerts, sightseeing
AIRPORT: Asheville Regional Airport (22.6 miles)
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Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $90 fee (+ fees & taxes)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required at check-in
- NOTE: The property requires stairs for access
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 faces towards the front outdoor entry. Camera 2 faces towards the side porch outdoor entry. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound when activated by motion and will be on during the duration of your stay
- NOTE: While the property's physical address is considered in Hendersonville, the property is actually located in Bat Cave
- NOTE: This property offers discounted admission to Biltmore. If interested, please reach out to the Guest Contact once you receive your check-in instructions for more information
-- THE PROPERTY --
Lush, Private Setting | Built in 1905 | Sunroom | Pet Friendly w/ Fee (Paid Pre-Trip)
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Den: Twin Daybed
OUTDOOR LIVING: Covered side porch w/ rocking chairs & swing bench, backyard w/ charcoal grill (charcoal not provided), 2 wood-burning fire pits, wood shed (firewood provided), stream on-site
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV w/ DVD player, wood-burning stove, hammock chair, bean bags, bistro table & decorative lighting, dining table, WFH desk, board games, books, 1,200 sq ft
KITCHEN: Dishwasher, fridge, oven w/ 4-burner stovetop, microwave, island w/ seating, Keurig & drip coffee makers, coffee grinder, tea kettle, toaster, cooking basics, dishware & flatware
GENERAL: Free WiFi, central A/C, electric heating, washer/dryer, linens/towels, complimentary toiletries, laundry detergent, hair dryer, hangers, trash bags/paper towels, discounted admission to Biltmore
FAQ: 2 exterior security cameras (facing out), stairs required for access
PARKING: Driveway (3 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
LAKE DAYS: Lake Lure Flowering Bridge (4.7 miles), Lake Lure Tours (5.0 miles), Lake Lure Washburn Marina (5.0 miles), Morse Park (5.0 miles), Lake Lure Beach and Water Park (5.3 miles), Lake Lure Adventure Company (9.6 miles)
ESCAPE TO NATURE: Chimney Rock State Park (3.9 miles), Chimney Rock Village Riverwalk (3.9 miles), Canopy Ridge Farm (10.6 miles), Black Mountain (16.1 miles), Buffalo Creek Park (16.4 miles)
HENDERSONVILLE (~16.0 miles): Sightseeing, restaurants, local attractions, outdoor recreation
ASHEVILLE (~23.0 miles): Biltmore Estate, The North Carolina Arboretum, shopping, dining, events & concerts, sightseeing
AIRPORT: Asheville Regional Airport (22.6 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $90 fee (+ fees & taxes)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required at check-in
- NOTE: The property requires stairs for access
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 faces towards the front outdoor entry. Camera 2 faces towards the side porch outdoor entry. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound when activated by motion and will be on during the duration of your stay
- NOTE: While the property's physical address is considered in Hendersonville, the property is actually located in Bat Cave
- NOTE: This property offers discounted admission to Biltmore. If interested, please reach out to the Guest Contact once you receive your check-in instructions for more information
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (129 reviews)
House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 and a first aid kit
About the area
Hendersonville
Hendersonville is home to this cottage. Right Track Toy Train Museum and White Horse Black Mountain are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Chimney Rock Adventure Golf and Hickory Nut Gap Farm. Chimney Rock Gemstone Mine and Lake Lure Adventure Company are also worth visiting. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting nearby.

Hendersonville, NC
What's nearby
- CMLC Florence Nature Preserve - 7 min drive - 8.1 km
- Chimney Rock State Park - 7 min drive - 7.4 km
- Hickory Nut Gap Farm - 12 min drive - 13.7 km
- Justus Orchard - 15 min drive - 18.8 km
- Point Lookout Vineyards - 17 min drive - 16.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Ingles Market - 47 min drive
- Point Lookout Winery - 20 min drive
- Canoe Kitchen And Bar - 44 min drive
- Victory @ Rumbling Bald Resort - 32 min drive
- Legends on the Lake - 30 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
9.6/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
18 Mar 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Holly H.
6 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet getaway
Holly H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Erin
6 July 2023
Fabulous
Erin
10/10 Excellent
Tamara P.
21 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bat cave cottage
Tamara P.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Erin F.
26 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous
Erin F.
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2023
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Charlene
15 Nov 2023
Stay at Phoebe's Cottage/Bat Cave
Charlene
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Molly N.
27 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cutest little cottage
Molly N.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
This review is from a guest who booked and stayed through a partner site and can't be verified.
10/10 Excellent
Matthew
14 Dec 2023
All you need
Matthew
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brandi H.
12 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Dainty Oasis!
Brandi H.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Brianne M.
21 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Blissful quiet charm!
Brianne M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
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