The Scottish Highlands-inspired Stone Circle Cottage will have you feeling like you've been transported to the Highlands. Nestled in a grove of rhododendrons and mountain laurel, this home has the feeling of seclusion while only being a few minutes from town. A large deck offers winter views of the Blue Ridge Mountains, if the weather is nice, dine alfresco as you take in the beauty of the mountains. As the sun dips behind the mountains, curl up in front of the wood-burning stove, available for use in the winter months, and put your favorite movie on the Smart TV (streaming & Youtube).
During the day, the many windows in the cathedral-ceilinged great room and the white walls make the space airy and bright. The kitchen is cozy and well-equipped with a Dutch oven, food processor, and all the basics you need to craft the meals you love. The main floor has the dining room, a living room with two twin sleeper chairs, a kitchen, a bedroom with a King bed, and a full hall bath. Upstairs has an additional bedroom with a king bed and a full hall bath, along with a small outdoor balcony.
Just minutes away from the charming downtown Black Mountain, it's easy to pop into one of our bakeries or coffee shops for a morning treat. Grab an orange roll and a chocolate croissant from Four Sisters Bakery - and pick up a loaf of rosemary and olive oil focaccia for dinner while you're there. Head back to the house with your spoils, or adventure into Montreat for a nice morning hike. Attempt Graybeard Mountain, a 5,550ft summit with a 9-mile round trip trail ending in stunning views of the Montreat valley to the south and Mount Mitchell to the north. Spend your evening browsing the lovely shops in downtown Black Mountain, stopping into Black Mountain Brewing for a taste of our local flavor and a nice dry stout or IPA. In Asheville, take in our vibrant art scene and plan a day browsing the many galleries that line the downtown and River Arts District as well as our museums. Take a ride up the Blue Ridge Parkway on your way into town, to visit the Folk Art Center. With daily craft demonstrations and exhibits with pieces from early Appalachian cultures to today, this is an experience you won't want to miss.
Spend a few hours in the newly renovated Asheville Museum of Art - exploring the large collection of artists associated with the Black Mountain College and pieces by local artists from now and times long gone by. Finish your day of art in Asheville with a taste of culinary art at Vivian in the River Arts District. Vivian creates honest American food with big flavors, that utilize the bountiful products of our region and the European heritage. The menu is ever-changing, but expect bold and delicious no matter what. Perhaps sneak in a visit to Wedge Brewing before heading back to Stone Circle Cottage and get a Margarita Gose or Silver Spike IPA.
Linens (sheets and towels) are provided for your convenience. Stone Circle Cottage is also pet-friendly with an additional pet fee (2 dogs max).
House Layout:
Main Floor- Living room with 2 twin sleeper chairs and Smart TV with streaming & Youtube (the wood-burning fireplace is NOT usable); Kitchen with dishwasher, Dutch oven, blender, food processor & standard drip coffeemaker.; Full hall bath; Bedroom with King bed.
Second Floor- Full hall bath; Bedroom with king bed and Juliette balcony.
