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Step into the Sallie Lee Cottage, an 1880s Victorian gem in Western North Carolina. Unwind by the gas fireplace, soak up sunlight in the Mahogany Tea Room or explore unique architectural details like triangular fireplaces and ornate grids.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 490 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$768
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr

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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.

Historic Cottage Retreat • walk to downtown • porch swings • cozy fireplaces

Proud to be a Victorian, the Sallie Lee Cottage is an exquisite example of the architectural wonders of the late 1800s. Around 1880, Sallie Lee built a stick-style Victorian cottage on Ashland Avenue. In doing this, she became the first woman to own a home in Western North Carolina. The cornerstone of this beautiful home centers around the exterior architectural displays of lines, angles, and ornate grids. Furthermore, the interior is equally exceptional, centering around its unique triangular fireplace; which results a distinct Latin cross floor plan.

The home boasts two bedrooms and one full bath. The Butterscotch Room has a fully functioning gas fireplace and access to the Mahogany Tea Room. The Tea Room is bathed in sunlight and offers access to the homes' two front porches! Enjoy a warm cup of tea relaxing in a vintange velvet chair. Lastly, the Terracotta Room has a full sized wardrobe which was built using the original flooring pulled from the home during the restoration process. Each bedroom has a brand new queen sized bed and plenty of natural light.

The bathroom offers a full sized bathtub and shower, plush towels and essential toiletries, just in case!

The cozy living room is inviting for great conversation centered around the gas fireplace. Shared with the dining space, the home also utilizes Google Home for anything and everything the internet has to offer.

The unique floor plan continues in to the kitchen where you will find the cabinets completely stocked and ready for any chef!

The property offers off-street parking with a private driveway and fits up to two vehicles. Additional parking available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart speaker
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre

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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Unit size: 964 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Rule 1: Check-in/ Check-out: ~Check-in after: 4pm ~Check-out by: 10am
Rule 2: Guests Only registered guests are allowed on the property unless prior approval is given. NO parties, events or large gatherings.
Rule 3: Quiet Hours Please observe quiet hours between 10pm and 8am to respect neighbors.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 23 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

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
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Property is also known as

The Sallie Lee Asheville
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The Sallie Lee Cottage Asheville
The Sallie Lee Cottage Private vacation home
The Sallie Lee Cottage Private vacation home Asheville

About the area

Located in Asheville, this cottage is in the city centre. Travellers eager for a bit of culture can stop by Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Biltmore Estate and Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at The Orange Peel or Aston Park Tennis Center. Visit our Asheville travel guide
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Asheville, NC

What's nearby

  • Basilica of Saint Lawrence
    Basilica of Saint Lawrence
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Asheville_FiredUpCreativeLoungeAshville_553248621555612337_03
    Fired Up Creative Lounge Ashville
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • H5JNE7 The Orange Peel music venue in downtown Asheville NC
    The Orange Peel
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Asheville Convention and Visitors Bureau
    1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville
    6 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
    18 min drive

Restaurants

  • Shakey’s
    7 min walk
  • Soprana Rooftop Cucina
    5 min walk
  • Battery Park Book Exchange And Champagne Bar
    8 min walk
  • Sly Grog Lounge
    9 min walk
  • All Day Darling
    3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Cottage Retreat • walk to downtown • porch swings • cozy fireplaces pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Historic Cottage Retreat • walk to downtown • porch swings • cozy fireplaces?

As of 30 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Historic Cottage Retreat • walk to downtown • porch swings • cozy fireplaces on 28 Apr 2026 start from AU$768, 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 Historic Cottage Retreat • walk to downtown • porch swings • cozy fireplaces?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Historic Cottage Retreat • walk to downtown • porch swings • cozy fireplaces?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historic Cottage Retreat • walk to downtown • porch swings • cozy fireplaces?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historic Cottage Retreat • walk to downtown • porch swings • cozy fireplaces located?

Located in Historic Montford, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Asheville Visitor Center and Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville. Asheville Convention and Visitors Bureau and Basilica of Saint Lawrence are also within 10 minutes.

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Historic Cottage Retreat • walk to downtown • porch swings • cozy fireplaces Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 60 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
shops nearby. Parking was safe.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our stay in this classic little cottage off the beaten path. Cozy, quite quaint and clean. Easy walking distance to plenty of shops and eateries. Well stocked with essentials and great communication from hosts. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pam S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Th communication with the host was fantastic. The house was excellent location. We enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua S.

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

A Wonderful Cottage

The cottage was perfect for our weekend in Asheville. It is convenient to everything in the area and quite beautiful. The living areas have a warm bygone elegance that will transport you to another era in time. It is perfect for couples on a romantic weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie R.

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

Charming!

Charming house, great location, easy stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Torey L.

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

Great Location and Space

Amazing cute cottage with great location close to downtown. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

nancy f.

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

Great spot!

Really nice historical cottage, with comfortable beds, great little porches, a comfy common space, and all the amenities we needed It’s a short distance to downtown; we used Uber most of the time and it was really easy and relatively inexpensive. Asheville is tons of fun, if we ever come back we’ll stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ashley W.

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

Great Cottage and Location

My husband and I enjoyed our stay. The neighborhood is nice and the location was very convenient for trips downtown. Appreciated the private driveway, so we didn't have to park on the street. The beds were a bit firm for us, but overall we had a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ann h.

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

Step Back In Time

Our stay was lovely. This historic home was decorated in sync with its roots. The beds were super comfortable and we felt safe in the neighborhood and the place was sparkling clean. There’s a great coffee stop within walking distance too.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

E F.

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

Great Stay

We enjoyed our stay at this beautiful restored, historic home in a very attractive historic neighborhood. Justin was very easy to contact, very pleasant and responsive. Good location right across I240 from downtown. Easy walk to downtown Asheville.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken R.

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

Perfect Location

Very comfortable, clean and nice Victorian appointments. We wanted to be within walking distance of downtown and this fit the bill. Although close to the highway it was unbelievably quiet. Thank you!!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan J.

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

Super clean home in a lovely neighborhood!

This quaint home was spotless, had plenty of towels and toiletries, and was located walking distance to downtown. We loved the porch swing and the lush green surroundings. Quiet neighborhood and very responsive owners. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shula N.

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

Perfect stay

This is a great place to stay in Asheville. The location cannot be beat and the house itself is clean and cozy and has everything you need for a comfortable stay. The hosts are super responsive and friendly (not that I needed much for them). It was great staying somewhere that is walking distance to downtown, but not in the heart of it all.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ERIC H.

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

Nice place

Beautiful, safe, quiet neighborhood. House was nice and clean.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

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

Cute cottage

Great location. Quiet street. Walking distance to visitors center and downtown. Communication with property manager is excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dave B.

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

Charming, clean and convenient

Really nice place to chill out in after long days exploring Asheville. After a long drive to reach town, it was nice to be able to walk to so many things and leave the car in the driveway. Nice combination of history and creature comforts. Hosts were very responsive to our questions. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefanie H.

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

Girls trip

This cottage is very charming! The location is great. We were able to walk all around downtown from the cottage. My only suggestion would be some shades in the bathroom for a little more privacy. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kit S.

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

Ashville getaway

Charming, comfortable, convenient. This adorable property is convenient, clean, and wonderful. There is a nice cafe within easy walking distance. This historic home has been thoughtfully restored, and made for a memorable Ashville stay. We would love to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara K.

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Barbara K

Our stay in the historic house in the Montfort area was so enjoyable. The location is perfect in a very friendly neighborhood and near everything. We would highly recommend it as a cozy getaway. Our host was so nice and accommodating and supplied us with everything we needed. A wonderful trip!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee G.

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

Great location!

House is really charming, cute, and cozy. Very safe and convenient. We were able to walk to and all over downtown. Barely had to use the car. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Asheville Stay

The property was as advertised and in a great location. There was a cleaning issue for the first night, so Jason put us up in a nearby hotel for the night. The swing on the front porch did fall from the joists, but other than that we enjoyed our stay and would go back again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Lovely cottage and lovely hosts!

A friend and I stayed only one night and strolledl around downtown. Our hosts responded rapidly and made excellent recommendations. Check in was a breeze. So was check out. The cottage was furnished well with plenty of clean towels. I highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia W.

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

Great stay at excellent cottage

Wonderful cottage, very comfortable and clean. The neighborhood was nice and it was an easy walk or drive to the downtown area. There was an issue before we arrived. Justin reached out to us, communicated about the issue and corrected it as soon as possible. Would definitely recommend the cottage and will definitely stay there next time we go to Asheville.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy E.

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

convenient and quaint

It is perfect for a family of 4 wanting to walk to downtown Asheville —a 10—to 15-minute walk. The rooms are nicely decorated and have comfortable beds. We ate dinner out, so the small kitchen was not a concern for us. It had just rained the days before our arrival, and there were many mosquitos, so we did not use the small porch much and took advantage of the bug spray in the pantry.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Alex G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful cottage and great location near downtown

We enjoyed the cleanliness of the home and antique decor. The location was perfect for walking to downtown Asheville! The owner was very responsive when contacted. The main issue we had with the property is that the owner lives in an “apartment” under the house. This wasn’t obvious or even mentioned in the posting. We wouldn’t have rented if we had known this beforehand.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024