Nestled in the Appalachian mountains, House of Joy is a charming retreat with modern comforts and tasteful decor. This two-bedroom cottage features a fully-equipped kitchen, 3 flat-screen TVs, and a cozy dining area. Enjoy the outdoor space with front/back porch and garden area.
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Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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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.
Harlan, Ky Modern Private Guesthouse 304 Historic Downtown (Vela's Villas)
Our Guesthouse Provides All You Need to Enjoy a Home Away from Home Experience! We do charge damage insurance, which is for US citizen only, or if you rather we could do a completely refundable damage deposit just ask. Non-US citizens have to do refundable damage deposit. *STAY FOR A WEEK & SAVE MONEY*
The Space Max guest 6 average size people (book 1 to 4 of my guesthouses for larger parties, right next door (on the same lot)). You can book all four of our guesthouses for family reunions, school reunions, and wedding parties! We do have a damage deposit but don't tie up your money (no charges or authorizations will be held). *STAY FOR A WEEK & SAVE MONEY JUST ASK* The Space House of Joy (House #304) This house is mechanically modernized for comfort and convenience. It is fully-furnished and tastefully decorated with charming antiques and graceful decor. This private cottage is a newly-renovated two bedroom house sleeping up to 4 comfortably (2 twin beds, 1 full and extra optional sleeping on couch). Fully equipped kitchen, 3 flat screen televisions (one TV in the living room & one TV in each bedroom), with dining room area, freshly-laundered towels and bedding, lots of kitchen items and heat/air makes staying in the charming House of Joy perfect for singles, couples, and families. No smoking! Children under 18 years of age must be attended by an adult at all times! Guest Access Please make yourself at home and use whatever we have available. Including outdoor space front/back porch and garden area. We also can stock guesthouse at guest request (with wine, steaks, ice cream, etc.,) ... Guest can request this service once house is booked via email (fees apply)... Interaction with Guests We are semi locals (we have a groundskeeper on call that lives near by). We would love to advise you on how to really enjoy this town! The Neighborhood Vela’s Villa, House of Joy is part of a private little neighborhood within a neighborhood–a group of four houses sharing the same lot, located a block away from historic Harlan, Kentucky’s downtown. Nestled in a valley in the ancient and enchanted Appalachian mountains. Great walking community!! Getting around You can walk to a few local restaurants, the river and parks! This house is great because you are in a very rural area, but you are within two blocks of historical downtown Harlan. So you get the quaint town experience with out being isolated. Other Things to Note Make sure you BYOB because this town is Moist (semi dry (although alcohol is legal to have and consume alcohol within your private dwelling)). Two restaurant currently serve alcohol The Portal (pizzeria) and Ken & Paul's Family Steakhouse. Moist defined: with regard to the sale of alcohol, Harlan is classified as a moist county—a county in which alcohol sales are prohibited (a dry county), but containing a 'wet' city, in this case Cumberland and Lynch, where package alcohol sales are allowed. In the city of Harlan, restaurants seating 100+ may serve alcoholic beverages.
Property amenities
Ski
Optional ski privileges
Internet
Available in the house: Internet access
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the city centre
Near a hospital
Things to do
Optional ski privileges
Basketball nearby
Birdwatching nearby
Ecotours nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Mountain climbing nearby
Sledding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water tubing 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)
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
Rules
No smoking anywhere on our property!
Children under 18 years of age must be attended by an adult at all times!
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
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
About the area
Located in Harlan, this holiday home is in the city centre and near a water park. Rapid River Lodge & Water Park is a local attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Cumberland River and Black Mountain Offroad Adventure Area - Putney Trailhead. Water tubing and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Harlan travel guide
Black Mountain Offroad Adventure Area - Putney Trailhead
13 min drive - 18.2 km
Getting around
Alcoa - Knoxville Airport (TYS)
140 min drive
Restaurants
Hardee's
17 min walk
El Charrito
4 min drive
McDonald's
4 min drive
Panda Garden
3 min drive
Wendy's
4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Harlan, Ky Modern Private Guesthouse 304 Historic Downtown (Vela's Villas) pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Harlan, Ky Modern Private Guesthouse 304 Historic Downtown (Vela's Villas)?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Harlan, Ky Modern Private Guesthouse 304 Historic Downtown (Vela's Villas)?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Harlan, Ky Modern Private Guesthouse 304 Historic Downtown (Vela's Villas)?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Harlan, Ky Modern Private Guesthouse 304 Historic Downtown (Vela's Villas) located?
Located in the heart of Harlan, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Cumberland River and The Harlan Center. Harlan Appalachian Regional Healthcare Hospital is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.
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We loved our stay at Vela’s Villa! We had a family gathering and it was wonderful for us to all be together we had a family reunion and it was such a great stay! thanks so much