Location was perfect, very close to Black Mountain, Montreat and a grocery store. This was a "plan B" vacation, after our original plans were cancelled because of COVID pandemic. Our plan was to hike and stay at the house for meals, with as little interaction with the public as possible.
We had a slight snag, as the refrigerator was broken. We were notified as we were driving from Ohio to NC. We were given the option to change properties, which we declined. A dorm sized refrigerator was brought for us, along with a large cooler with ice. We were able to make due and it was only a slight inconvenience.
The kitchen is nice, but small, with high end appliances. There was no microwave. A few simple additions to the kitchen would have made cooking easier (measuring cups, collander, couple more pots and pans). There was an outdoor fireplace, but not fireplace set, only a brush and cooking fork.
The house is "open concept" so make note of this, if privacy or quiet is an issue. We traveled with another couple. Any conversation from main level could be heard in upstairs bedroom. Not a deal breaker, just be aware there are no bedroom doors.
The house was beautiful with comfortable furnishings. We ate all meals at the outdoor table on the main level, even when it was raining.
I would absolutely recommend this property and hope to stay here again!
