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QUAINT MOUNTAIN COTTAGE-BREATH TAKING VIEWS-1.5 MILES TO DOWNTOWN WAYNESVILLE

Family-friendly vacation home in Waynesville

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Take advantage of golfing on site, a garden, and laundry facilities at QUAINT MOUNTAIN COTTAGE-BREATH TAKING VIEWS-1.5 MILES TO DOWNTOWN WAYNESVILLE. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 61457 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

QUAINT MOUNTAIN COTTAGE-BREATH TAKING VIEWS-1.5 MILES TO DOWNTOWN WAYNESVILLE

An absolutely charming mountain cottage style home with one of the best views in Haywood County. A single level plan with an open living area highlighted by exposed beams, vaulted ceilings and skylights. A split floor plan with a large ensuite master suite on one side and 2 guests rooms and 2 bathrooms on the opposite side of the house gives everyone privacy.

You will have wonderful long-range views of the Balsams at an elevation of 3000’ yet you are only 1.5 miles from downtown Waynesville with all the shops, galleries and outstanding restaurants. Ingles & Walmart are less than 1.5 miles from the house.

All roads to the house are maintained by the city and the driveway and parking area at the house are paved as well. The Roost is the midpoint between Asheville and the Cherokee Indian Reservation and Harrah’s Casino - each about 30-45 minutes from THE ROOST so great for day trips with major highways easily accessible. Bryson City for white water rafting and tubing as well as riding the Great Smoky Mountain Railway are only 40 minutes from THE ROOST.

An incredibly well equipped kitchen including a gas stove, quartz counter tops and an abundance of dishes and cookware will make family mealtime easy. Games, cards, books, and DVDs are available to enjoy during your stay. There are flat screen HD TVs, Blue Ray players in the living room & master bedroom as well as an Apple TV box in the living room but we doubt you will need them with the covered porch and rockers at sunrise and sunset calling your name. The Wifi connection is strong and many have worked remotely from THE ROOST over our years of ownership.

Please note – pets and smoking are not permitted at The Roost. Thank you for honoring this request and our Grandchild with allergies especially thanks you!

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • In the city center
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,457 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: So Sorry - our granddaughter is highly allergic

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events 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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

SPECIAL RATE LAST MINUTE OPENING THIS WEEKEND APRIL 30 MAY2 2021

About the neighborhood

Map
Waynesville, NC

What's nearby

  • Balsam Spa - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Lake Junaluska Golf Course - 9 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Balsam Entrance - 9 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Lake Junaluska Conference and Retreat Center - 9 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Maggie Valley Festival Grounds - 18 min drive - 8.1 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Maggie's Galley - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Blue Ridge Beer Hub - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bogart's Restaurant and Tavern - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is QUAINT MOUNTAIN COTTAGE-BREATH TAKING VIEWS-1.5 MILES TO DOWNTOWN WAYNESVILLE pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at QUAINT MOUNTAIN COTTAGE-BREATH TAKING VIEWS-1.5 MILES TO DOWNTOWN WAYNESVILLE?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at QUAINT MOUNTAIN COTTAGE-BREATH TAKING VIEWS-1.5 MILES TO DOWNTOWN WAYNESVILLE?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is QUAINT MOUNTAIN COTTAGE-BREATH TAKING VIEWS-1.5 MILES TO DOWNTOWN WAYNESVILLE located?

This family-friendly Waynesville vacation home is located in the mountains, within a 15-minute walk of Balsam Spa and Folkmoot Friendship Center. Museum of North Carolina Handicrafts and Hazelwood Soap Company are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

QUAINT MOUNTAIN COTTAGE-BREATH TAKING VIEWS-1.5 MILES TO DOWNTOWN WAYNESVILLE Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 120 out of 121 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 121 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 121 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 121 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 121 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

jorge v.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful stay, great location

Really enjoyed our stay, the view and the residence was fantastic
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

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

Magnificent View

Special place! Perfect for friends or family. Every detail accounted for. Best Vrbo we’ve ever stayed in.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn L.

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

The Roost

The Roost is the most charming cabin and offers the most spectacular views. The front porch is a fabulous place to begin your day overlooking the mountains and town of Waynesville. Our host was an absolute jewel and was very responsive and organized. I can't say enough. We had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ross S.

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

A wonderful getaway!

We used the Roost as a central meeting spot for Thanksgiving. It was a wonderful and comfortable environment, with two fantastic and hospitable hosts! The entire family loved the ROOST.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

cindy k.

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

Great house, great location, wonderful view.

Everything was perfect. Owners went out of their way to make the home comfortable.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

kristen j.

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

Fantastic

My family and I stayed at this property this month and it was wonderful! The house was exceptionally clean, great location and amazing views. The hosts are so helpful and friendly. My young children loved it as well. Highly recommend and we would love to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

George G.

Perfect location, gorgeous view, wonderful house

For a small cottage this house seems much roomier with overall cathedral ceilings and lots of light. The house was clean as a whistle and the owners excellent to work with. Highly recommend this property.
Stayed 28 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

L S.

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

Loved It

We had a great time in Waynesville and sitting on that porch at the Roost was the best! Susan’s recommendations for restaurants were spot on. The house had everything we wanted or needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

George S.

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

Beautiful Mountain Memories

The Roost is a well-appointed, very attractive, conveniently laid out home surrounded by beautiful flowers and offering a wonderful view of the mountains covered with autumn leaves while we were there. We enjoyed taking short drives to downtown Waynesville as well as to grocery stores and restaurants. We also enjoyed drives on the Blue Ridge Parkway. Overall a wonderful visit!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike K.

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

Lovely home

The house was clean the views were beautiful. Susan was very helpful. This property in the mountains actually had flat land. Best part of trip was SNOW!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

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

Perfect Mountain Getaway

A small group of us were looking for a weekend getaway where we could spend time outdoors and the roost was the perfect place for that. The owners were very communicative and the house was extremely clean/well-maintained. The front porch views are hard to beat and we had a great long weekend stay! We were able to get in a few hikes throughout the weekend as the house is in good proximity to portions of the Smoky Mountain National Park and the Cataloochee Valley.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sujzette P.

Warm and Inviting

A beautiful, comfortable and relaxing place! A group of 5 friends spent a wonderful time at this cottage sitting on the porch enjoying the wonderful mountain views, even on the rainy day. The location is convenient to many areas around and in the Blue Ridge Mountains and easily accessible. Great restaurants in Waynesville and lots of shopping. We will definitely return.

10/10 Excellent

Steven W.

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

Great Stay........

This was a great place to stay, even though we were going through the Covid-19 situation. The owners were staying in contact with us the whole time and helped us reschedule our dates through the pandemic. The Roost was at a great location, being close to downtown and also situated in a location were there were so many great views. It had everything we needed for ourselves and our parents. We didn't need anything but the relaxation and rest. I would highly recommend The Roost as a great place to stay when visiting the Waynesville area.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2020

10/10 Excellent

Anne W.

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

You cannot beat the view or the host

Susan was amazing in her communication - there were so many moving parts for us - but we really wanted just to feel safe, welcomed, and happy for a weekend in the middle of all the chaos that is 2020. This home was just the tonic we needed. The view is as amazing as pictured, the house is spotless and the hosts are beyond kind. Perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Pamela B.

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

Spectacular mountain home

My husband I traveled to Waynesville to spend Thanksgiving with our son and his family. The ROOST was spectacular! The views were amazing and the house and property were extremely well kept. Susan was the perfect hostess and made sure every detail was attended to. The house was decorated for Christmas and we felt like we were in winter wonderland! We would highly recommend this property - it is beautiful while at the same time comfortable and cozy. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN D.

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

Fantastic View!

The view from this home just can't be beat. It is a charming, quaint home that has been updated. Everything you need! We enjoyed our stay at The Roost very much. Owner was very responsive and helpful. Went above and beyond to answer my questions. Home was decorated for Christmas which just added to the charm. We would return!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Vicki S.

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

Perfect Vacation Spot

From the moment I was first contacted by the property manager, Susan, after booking I knew we had selected the perfect vacation rental. Susan made the process easy and was very responsive to communication. When we arrived to the property it was exactly as described in the listing. We spent 7 nights at the property and we were extremely comfortable. The views are amazing from the front porch and the porch swing was my favorite place to be all week. We had plenty of space for 4 adults, 2 children and a toddler. We arrived the day after Christmas and the decorations were still up so we were able to enjoy the holidays a little longer. We will definitely be going back!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Seth N.

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

Just dreamy

We loved our stay at the Roost! The views were even more beautiful than pictured and the porch was just a wonderful place to pass the time, eat meals, swing, and relax. The home was lovely and clean. The kitchen was well stocked, even had a cake stand for the birthday cake I made for my mom while we were staying there. We were able to enjoy smores over the portable fire pit and our kids were delighted playing croquet in the side yard. Downtown Waynesville is only a few minutes drive away and it is just charming, we even got to attend a craft fair during our stay and came home with some fun pottery. There were some very yummy restaurants downtown too, all of which were found in the welcome book at the Roost. The hosts were so easy to communicate with and wonderful to work with. I would recommend this home to anyone, we loved our stay here and would very happily stay here during any return visits!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

lauren w.

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

Ready to go back...

From the moment we drove up the driveway, we were in love with this property. Although the driveway was steep (in the opinion of this girl born in Florida) we got used to it pretty quickly and it was never an issue. The grounds are gorgeous with all the flowers in the garden blooming and the lush trees surrounding the property. Did I mention that view??!! We couldn't have enjoyed that porch more. We all got up earlier than normal for a vacation, just to have coffee and sit on that comfy porch and watch the day begin. The cool temps were amazing along with being entertained by the wildlife. The house was super clean and had everything we needed. Plenty large enough for all 6 of us! Would we return? You bet! Susan and Keith were the best hosts. Ya'll should go!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

D M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is beautiful, comfortable, clean and extremely welcoming. Fabulous mountain view from the porch. The host was fantastic in her communication, making sure we had all of the pertinent information, made sure everything was going well, and gave us recommendations of restaurants, etc. It could not have been a better experience. We had a wonderful time, and we will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy C.

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

Wonderful get away

The property was absolutely beautiful. We loved using the kitchen and cooking in some to enjoy the breathtaking view!! The yard was well maintained and beautiful flowers. We will definitely be renting again. It was home away from home.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy N.

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

Wonderful getaway

The house was beautiful and the view. Very clean and well equipped. The host answered every question and even checked on us during the trip to make sure we had everything we need.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

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

The Roost Cannot be Beat!

We love The Roost! We found the Roost just as pictured back in March, 2024, so we decided to return in March, 2025 (trip having been delayed due to Hurricane Helene recovery) with a sister and brother-in-law along to enjoy the Roost, Waynesville and the surrounding area. The Roost never disappoints. Owners Keith and Susan offer all the necessities of home plus more! They are also very knowledgeable of the area and always go the extra mile in researching questions for answers. The mountain views from the front porch rockers, swing and table cannot be beat any time of day! The Roost is a slice of heaven!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

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

A Perfect 10

This was an absolutely fabulous stay! Everything was 10/10! Communication with Susan was great. The house was immaculately clean with so many thoughtful touches plus it was decorated for Christmas in such a fun and lovely way, it added so much magic to our trip! The views from the front porch are also stunning. The house had everything we needed and we felt so comfortable there. Absolutely perfect! Thank you so much Susan and Keith! We hope to visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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

Thanksgiving in Waynesville

This is our second visit to Waynesville for Thanksgiving, and our first stay at The Roost. We really enjoyed our stay and our hosts were great to work with. The Roost is a very nice cottage and was a great place for us to stay. Everything about it was great and descriptions were very accurate. The Roost was already decorated for Christmas so that definitely helped put us in the holiday spirit. We’re already planning for next year and definitely plan to stay at The Roost again. My wife and I are also looking at possibilities of visiting in late spring or early fall as well. I highly recommend this property and the owners are a delight to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024