Nestled in a serene forest, The Cardinal Cottage offers the perfect blend of comfort and relaxation. This cozy retreat features a fully equipped kitchen, spacious living room with comfortable furniture and game table, 2 Smart HD TVs for entertainment. Enjoy relaxing on the large screened-in porch while wildlife wanders by or take advantage of outdoor activities like bocce ball or cookouts.
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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
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.
Cardinal Cottage, Great Location, Beautiful Setting, Private Comfy Wh.Squirrels
Early check-ins and late departures are available. Twin beds can be converted to King for longer stays.
New kitchen counter, Kohler 60-40 split sink, Moen high arc faucet, and new Incinerator disposal installed March 2021.
GE counter depth side by side refrigerator with in door water filtration -- water, ,cubed and crushed ice dispenser. Amazing LG3900 front loader washing machine and dryer with steam clean features. Uses only He liquid detergent. No pods. 500 series Bosch dishwasher. Uses pods only, no powder. High efficiency gas hot water heater. Always plenty of hot water.
We offer weekly and monthly discounts. Taxes are waived for stay of 90+ consecutive days.
The Cardinal Cottage is a comfortable, roomy, 2 bedroom, 1 bath cottage located in a small, upscale established development. Our guest cottage is just 10 minutes from downtown Hendersonville and the Asheville Airport. The cottage is located 1/4 mile from a main two lane highway. Our paved dead end private road hosts only 9 homes. The cottage is situated on our 10 acre property and through dense woods in a private setting. The Cardinal is nestled in a forest of mature pines and oaks. The land surrounding the Cardinal is level and there are only three steps from the driveway into the cottage. The cottage is surrounded by large wooded tracts, creating a very quiet relaxing and private setting. The location is perfect for all your sightseeing adventures or relaxing on the porch. The cottage is close to Hendersonville and Mills River but a retreat all its own.
The Cardinal is nicely decorated and has a fully equipped and stocked kitchen. A large screened-in porch is accessed through double French doors off the living room. Enjoy relaxing on the porch while white squirrels scamper and birds land on the feeders. An occasional flock of turkeys or a deer might wander by. The porch boasts an old-fashioned wooden swing, 4- person dining table and 2 comfortable reading chairs.The living room is spacious with comfortable furniture and a game table for cards or computer work. There are 2 Smart HD tvs. The one in the living room is 4K with a DVR. The other Smart TV is in the twin bedroom. One bedroom has a double bed and the second bedroom has two twin beds. The twins can be converted to a king for 3 weeks stays or longer. Both have large dressers and double-deep closet space. The bathroom offers a comfort height commode, 2 grab bars and a hand -held shower wand.
A high efficiency central air and heating system keeps you comfortable Year round. A washer- dryer is located in the garage which is also heated and air conditioned. An attractive stone lined paved road leads you through the woods to the cottage. The yard is sunny and flat for you to enjoy a game of bocce, crochet or throwing a frisbee. A large gas grill and grilling utensils are available for cookouts. Come relax and enjoy all the CC and the area has to offer. Keywords: Cottage
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Ski
Close to skiing
Internet
Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Soap
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Music library
TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Note from host: No tobacco use permitted on the property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping centre
Things to do
Golf
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking 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)
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 motorhomes or campers permitted. Trailers must receive prior approval before arrival date.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Note from host: No animals permitted on the property
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Not suitable for children under 5 years old
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
No tobacco use permitted on the property
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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 and a first aid kit
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
Hendersonville is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Biltmore Estate and French Broad River, while Mineral and Lapidary Museum and Feed and Seed are cultural highlights. Johnson Farm and Team ECCO Ocean Center and Aquarium are also worth visiting. Kayaking and water tubing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby. Visit our Hendersonville travel guide
Is Cardinal Cottage, Great Location, Beautiful Setting, Private Comfy Wh.Squirrels pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Cardinal Cottage, Great Location, Beautiful Setting, Private Comfy Wh.Squirrels ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Cardinal Cottage, Great Location, Beautiful Setting, Private Comfy Wh.Squirrels ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Cardinal Cottage, Great Location, Beautiful Setting, Private Comfy Wh.Squirrels ?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Cardinal Cottage, Great Location, Beautiful Setting, Private Comfy Wh.Squirrels located?
Situated in Hendersonville, this holiday home is 1 mi (1.6 km) from Johnson Farm and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from French Broad River. AdventHealth Hendersonville and Oakdale Cemetery are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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Cardinal Cottage, Great Location, Beautiful Setting, Private Comfy Wh.Squirrels Reviews
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Clean and cozy, surrounded by nature but close to all the great shops and restaurants in the area.
Everything is there that you need for a comfortable stay, from cooking to sleeping.
Hosts took care of us and made the stay special, it felt like we were hosted by family.
We had a fabulous weekend and the hosts are extremely helpful and knowledgeable of the area! Their home is so cozy and private and we enjoyed being on the porch bird watching! We will definitely be back!
This was our third time staying at this lovely, cozy cottage. We enjoyed it immensely once again. The hosts are so very kind and always quick to answer any questions. The cottage is clean and location is great - tucked away just a few miles from downtown Hendersonville. We’ll be back!
We just returned from our 4th stay at the Cardinal Cottage. Mrs. Lonnie and Mr. David are fantastic hosts. They make us feel very welcome and at home. This cottage is in a great location - a short, easy drive to downtown Hendersonville and is very private. The screen porch provides a great place to watch all the birds that come to enjoy the feeders. We look forward to our next visit.
Our stay at the Cardinal Cottage was very enjoyable
and relaxing; just what we were looking for when we decided to visit from Florida for a short week. Lonnie was very responsive before and during our stay. She provided a detailed introduction to the house and property and offered us recommendations to local attractions. We are already talking about returning next year to the Hendersonville area and if we do, we will stay at the Cardinal Cottage.
Host’s Lonnie & David are generous and kind. They checked in with me to see if I had everything I needed. Their dining suggestions were helpful. Plus they left me juicy peaches at the front door. I recommend their cottage for your next stay in the area.
My wife and I stayed at the Cardinal Cottage last September for four nights so when we decided to spend three weeks in the Hendersonville area this summer, we had Cardinal Cottage at the top of the list. We love the large screen porch, the warmth of the house with the real pine paneling, the deer which we saw about every other day and the quiet location. The Cardinal Cottage will be at the top of our list next summer if we decide to return to the Hendersonville/Asheville area.
I do not believe I can put into words the time we have had at Cardinal Cottage.
Everything was perfect!
We love birds and had no idea we would spend a week in a bird sanctuary, as we call it, just sitting on the porch. We figured there wasn’t 30 seconds that went by without a bird in the birdfeeder. We learned many different types of birds and their songs. We hated leaving Rufus-He was a Rufus sided Towee.
There was everything that we needed to enjoy our stay
~ Lonnie was the perfect host and made sure that our stay was complete-lovely people!
~ We cooked a few meals and had everything we needed
~ Lonnie even put in the refrigerator, some local fresh peaches, and green peas from the garden
~ Everything was very clean. My white socks didn’t even get dirty.
~ The landscaping, bushes, flowers and everything around us was so beautiful
~ they suggested places to eat and places to visit Which helped immensely!
We enjoyed the area tremendously! We hope to be back soon!
Cottage was perfect in every way! The screened in porch was so nice even with rain. Loved watching the birds fly in to eat. Lonnie and Dave were absolutely perfect host.
I can’t even put into words how perfect this little cc cottage was, had everything we needed, very cozy and felt like you were far away from the hustle and bustle yet we were close to be able to shop.
Our Host Lonnie was so kind and very helpful letting us know if we needed anything.
I know when we go back to Hendersonville if this place is available this will be where we’re staying.
Great stay, watching birds were great for there were so many that was not in out part of the world. Saw Pilates Woodpecker.
Best part of stay was enjoying the screened in porch. Great location for traveling part of the Blue Ridge Parkway.
My husband and I truly enjoyed our stay at this cozy home! It’s just minutes away from Hendersonville but in a private setting surrounded by trees. The screened porch is a relaxing place to watch the various birds coming to the feeder. Homeowners are very friendly and just a call away. We look forward to staying again!
We enjoyed another wonderful stay at this cozy cottage. The hosts are very kind, cottage is clean, well equipped and the location is perfect for visiting Hendersonville, Brevard or nearby waterfalls and hiking trails. The back porch is a great place for birdwatching. We especially enjoyed seeing the beautiful white squirrel frolic in the trees! This was our second stay and we’re already planning our next one.
We had a lovely, peaceful stay at Cardinal Cottage. Lonnie met us when we arrived and gave us a thorough intro to the house and advice for the area. The cottage is charming, clean, and super comfortable. We felt at home instantly. The neighborhood is quiet and peaceful. I learned some new birds - watching them at the feeders and in the trees.
The cottage is well located to visit the area attractions and only about 5 miles from downtown Hendersonville.
The cottage is clean , private and very well equipped .
The owners are available and helpful in answering all your questions.
So many birds came to the feeders. We saw at least 3 white squirrels and 3 deer grazing in an open area. We were happy we booked the cottage. Will definitely return.
David W.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
bonnie p.
10 Oct 2018
Charming, secluded yet close to everything!
Nestled in the heart of apple country this cottage is an oasis of serenity. My husband and I were hoping for a vacation property with a sense of privacy, yet close to all this lovely area has to offer, and we did indeed find it! The cottage itself is most comfortable with everything needed at your fingertips. I could have spent the entire time on the porch surrounded by the trees watching the white squirrels and the birds at the feeder. Lonnie and David are excellent hosts with several helpful suggestions for food, activities, and such if needed.
Bonnie