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Tiny Home-Mary Ida's Place - walkable location

Holiday home in Old Fort with free breakfast

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Mary Ida's Place is nestled in Old Fort's charming downtown, within walking distance to breweries, a winery, restaurants & shops. This cozy haven has a spacious layout and an outdoor covered porch perfect for taking in the seasons. Inside you'll find everything needed for your stay including local coffee and homemade bread.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 236 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$290
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan

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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.

Tiny Home-Mary Ida's Place - walkable location

Mary Ida's Place is near Old Fort's up and coming downtown, featuring two breweries, a winery, restaurants & shops within a few blocks. Hiking and cycling trails in Pisgah National Forest are close too. Although tiny, it has a spacious layout inside and an outdoor, covered porch to enjoy the seasons. Designed for two, four can be accommodated using the sofa bed. She's stocked with all the amenities you'll need to enjoy your stay and maybe a few extras, including coffee from a local roaster, teas and homemade bread.

If your dates are booked, check out our other Vrbo rental, Railway Rest - 921905. Or rent both if you need additional space - they're about a mile apart.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Free breakfast available
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

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 lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city centre

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking 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

  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 384 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:
Gather used towels
Take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Place used towels in the laundry area. It isn’t necessary to strip the bed.
Take the trash out and place it in the can just outside the back door securing the lid.
Make sure to log out of any streaming accounts.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 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 any lifts

About the area

Located in Old Fort, this holiday home is in the city centre. Old Fort Railroad Museum and Mountain Gateway Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include The Merry Wine Market and Ten Thousand Villages. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking. Visit our Old Fort travel guide
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Map
Old Fort, NC

What's nearby

  • Old Cabin made for a pretty summer photo . Iphone
    Mountain Gateway Museum
    7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Biltmore Estate showing interior views and heritage elements
    Biltmore Estate
    30 min drive - 46.3 km
  • Old Fort Railroad Museum
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Arrowhead Monument
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Davidson's Fort Historic Park
    11 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
    39 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    20 min walk
  • Hardee's
    13 min walk
  • Centennial Eatery
    11 min drive
  • Seeker Coffee
    8 min walk
  • The Davis Country Store & Cafe
    5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Tiny Home-Mary Ida's Place - walkable location pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Tiny Home-Mary Ida's Place - walkable location?

As of 23 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Tiny Home-Mary Ida's Place - walkable location on 25 Jan 2026 start from AU$289.74, 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 Tiny Home-Mary Ida's Place - walkable location?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Tiny Home-Mary Ida's Place - walkable location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Tiny Home-Mary Ida's Place - walkable location?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Tiny Home-Mary Ida's Place - walkable location located?

Located in the heart of Old Fort, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Arrowhead Monument, Old Fort Railroad Museum and Mountain Gateway Museum. Pisgah National Forest and Catawba River are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Tiny Home-Mary Ida's Place - walkable location Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 37 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 37 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 37 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 37 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Danielle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mary Ida's was the cutest tiny home get away for my husband and me. Margaret and David were the most gracious hosts, there to answer any questions and provide the best recommendations for local restaurants. I would absolutely recommend staying here for anyone who needs some downtime, away from the hustle and bustle of busy city life. We look forward to staying here again in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isaac N.

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

Amazing Property

We loved our stay! It was one of the highlights of our trip was sitting on the porch! We felt very welcomed and taken care of by the hosts. Could not have enjoyed it more.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was very clean & had a fresh, clean smell upon arrival. Very spacious for the 2 of us. We also had a nice snack basket with homemade bread, fresh eggs & water in the fridge. The home was walkable to a homemade cinnamon roll bakery & a grocery store. You could also walk a little farther into town but we chose to drive. Great location to black mountain & Catawba Falls!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

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

Wonderful place to stay

Clean and comfortable place to stay in old fort! Everything needed for a great weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie K.

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

Beautiful & Cozy Home

The home is simply adorable and comfy. The hosts are wonderful and make you feel very welcome. Close to so many wonderful things to do and great little shops. I wish I could have stayed longer to enjoy everything there was in and around Old Fort.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon H.

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

Anniversary getaway

Fantastic stay in a fantastic place. Thoughtful touches throughout including homeade banana bread, fresh eggs and coffee! Loved walking to Hillman's, Gogo's and Seeker Coffee. Perfect location for visiting Asheville and Black Mountain as well. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John W.

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

Everything we were looking for

Well organized tiny home, very clean, all of the amenities we needed, easy in and out, very generous hosts with great communication. Would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim D.

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

Wonderful place!

Loved staying at Mary Ida’s Place. It was super clean and in a perfect walkable location to downtown. Margaret left a yummy loaf of banana bread that I shared with my classmates at Earthhaven. Can’t say enough about what a great well-kept and perfectly sized cozy place it is! Definitely would love to stay there again 😊
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle L.

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

Great stay

Mary Ida's Place was very warm and welcoming, comfortable, clean, well equipped with towels, etc. Fresh eggs and banana bread were a nice touch. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle C.

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

Sweet

Great little house that feels so spacious! Clean, well appointed, excellent host.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily D.

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

Perfect for a weekend getaway

Margaret and David’s place is absolutely stunning. The home is beautifully renovated and is meticulously organized. It was clean, cozy, and perfect for our little weekend trip. Their hospitality made it 10x better. If you’re looking for spot in the Old Fort / Black Mountain area, look no further!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abigail L.

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

Mountain Getaway

My husband and I stayed here for a few days to explore the area. The location is perfect, and the fall colors were awesome! This is by far the best rental property I’ve ever stayed in. The hosts were extremely hospitable, and the place itself was beautiful. We will be recommending this place to friends and are planning to return again next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorie F.

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

Tiny Treasure

Great location, neat, clean, great use of space; perfect get-away spot...We hope to make this space a more regular part of our weekend get aways to the Black Mountain area in the future! David and Margaret are great hosts and have made this tiny treasure a true gem!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margo K., PEORIA, USA

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

Very comfortable stay!

Clean, nest, quiet and lots of comforts of home touches. Owner provided a small loaf of homemade banana nut bread & fresh farm eggs for our next morning. You won’t regret staying here. Walk to a few of the restaurants and Black Mountain is less than 10 mts away. Lovely stay, we will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan L.

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

Best host/Tiny home

Such a cozy, clean spot for a relaxing stay! The host was so kind and very easy to communicate with. They left homemade bread, farm fresh eggs, coffee and creamer. I’ve never had such a generous host. If traveling to old fort definitely give this one consideration. I believe they have another property as well and I’m guessing it’s just as perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandon M.

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

Great Weekend

My wife and I stayed in Mary Ida's Place for a weekend getaway. We wanted to be near Asheville and Black Mountain without the busyness of actually staying there. Mary Ida's place provided us with a beautiful, clean little place to stay in Old Fort. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and the hosts were excellent! They provided us with local coffee, homemade bread, and were willing to go above and beyond to make sure our stay was great! I would recommend this place to anyone desiring to stay in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula O., Greenville, SC

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

Loved this little town!!!

This Tiny Home has everything you need! It’s immaculate! Super clean and only a short walk to 2 fantastic Brewery/Restaurants 1. Whaley Farm Brewery 2. Hillman Beer and don’t miss Go-Go’s for one of THE BEST cinnamon rolls you’ll ever have! We went biking and hiking on Point Lookout! Also the Thermal Belt Trail is very nice and is only 30 minutes from Old Fort.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam S.

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

Cozy little house

I was amazed when I first walked in. This little house is so warm and cozy. The host had left homemade peach pecan bread, two small bags of pretzels, six fresh eggs, I have a stick of butter and a small carton of half-and-half. There were plenty of different types of tea that you could choose from and everything you need it for your Coffee. If you’re looking for a cozy little one room home to stay at, this would be the place to stay. It’s not too far from Black Mountain and plenty of other activities are nearby. It definitely was the perfect place for our little getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
What a jewel Mary Ida’s Tiny Home is! It’s a perfect little get away spot that is relaxed, comfortable and welcoming. Both the exterior and interior of the home are great. Although it’s called a tiny home, the space is used exceptionally well, allowing all the amenities you need. What a delight it was to be welcomed with fresh baked banana nut bread, fresh eggs, butter, local ground coffee, coffee creamer, selection of teas. We had a wonderful breakfast for two mornings. We enjoyed a dinner at Hillman which is an easy stroll from the house. The location is very convenient to getting on interstate 40 and going up to Black Mountain, Asheville or any nearby spots. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rolando J.

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

Incredible in Every Way

I have nothing to day but good things about the home and the hosts. I knew this was going to be a great stay when they sent me a message saying there was some treats and fresh eggs for me upon arrival, put a smile on my face. I needed it as this trip was going wrong for me, so much that I had to add two extra dates and they welcomely did it with ease. The place was immaculate, I mean not one spot of dirt, hair or stains, felt like home. Food options were limited but there is a grocery in quick walking distance so opted to make meals instead which was nice and saved me a lot of money. Morning coffees on the porch were excellent tool. Finally, communication was top notch, almost instant and their over all demeanor was kind as can be. Book it, you won't be disappointed!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A very cute and cozy stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Walter W.

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

Mini vacation

So nice, locals were so welcoming. Completely enjoyed it.
Biking
YUM
Nice meal by the creek
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

James R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

S C.

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

Great Stay, friendly hosts

Property was cute, clean, and just what we needed for our short stay in Old Fort. It was also very convenient to downtown and Catawba Falls. The homemade bread, fresh farm eggs, and coffee were an added special touch that we appreciated very much.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer N.

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

Mt. Mitchell trail run

Wonderful little house right on main street close to everything, it was perfect for the race... will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025