You can look forward to an arcade/games room, laundry facilities and a hot tub at Hummingbirds' Mountain Retreat | Hot Tub, Game Room, Home Office & Mountain Views!. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 83299 sq ft
Popular amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
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About this property
Hummingbirds' Mountain Retreat | Hot Tub, Game Room, Home Office & Mountain Views!
Perched atop a peaceful mountain peak in the private, gated community of Gateway Mountain, Hummingbirds' Mountain Retreat is a nature-lover's dream and the ideal space for friends and family to reconnect, relax, and recharge. This stunning modern home offers panoramic mountain views, upscale furnishings, and resort-style amenities—while still being within easy driving distance to the charming towns and outdoor adventures of Western North Carolina.
Enjoy access to Gateway Mountain's exclusive perks, including wooded hiking trails, cascading waterfalls, scenic overlooks, and catch-and-release fishing at two small lakes and a stocked trout pond. Whether you're working remotely with Starlink Wi-Fi and dual monitors, enjoying a meal from the gourmet kitchen, or stargazing from the hot tub, this mountaintop oasis makes it easy to blend luxury with adventure.
About the Home • Gourmet kitchen with gas range, dishwasher, Keurig, and island seating for 4 • Open-concept living and dining room with seating for 8, woodstove, and TV for streaming • Large deck with rocking chairs, hot tub, dual gas and charcoal grill, and mountain sunrise views • Starlink high-speed WIFI and dedicated office space with desk, ergonomic chair, and dual monitors • Lower-level living room with TV for streaming, foosball, ping pong, board games, and mini-fridge • While not fully ADA-compliant, Hummingbirds' Mountain Retreat has a ramp for accessibility, main floor bedroom, and main floor bathroom with easy-access shower
Where to Unwind • Main floor primary bedroom with king-size bed and en suite bathroom with walk-in shower and deck access • Upper-level loft, overlooking the living room, with king-size bed and en suite bathroom with walk-in shower • Lower-level bedroom with queen-size bed and twin-over-full bunkbed • Lower-level bedroom with queen-size bed; this bedroom shares a Jack-and-Jill bathroom
Where to Explore • Nearest Gas, Sunoco | 14 minutes • Hillman Brewing, Downtown Old Fort | 15 minutes • Nearest Grocery, Dove's Morning Fresh Market | 18 minutes • Catawba Falls Trail Head | 22 minutes • Downtown Black Mountain | 28 minutes • The Biltmore Estate and Downtown Asheville | 45 minutes • Want to enjoy more of a stay-cation, without leaving the gates of Gateway Mountain? Be sure to check out the community's very own amenities like the floating dock on Lake George, hiking trails, and gorgeous waterfalls!
Important to Note: This house is dog-friendly, with a $100.00 non-refundable fee per dog (maximum of two). Sorry, this home is not cat-friendly due to common allergies. This home has 3 exterior cameras (one facing the front area, one facing the back entrance, and a Ring doorbell on the lower porch).
During the colder winter months, icy and/or snowy road conditions and delayed snowplow operations are possible within the development. From December through March, please come prepared with AWD or 4WD vehicles. We also recommend travel insurance for those staying in the Gateway Mountain development during the winter months. No parking is allowed on roadways or at gate entrances. No RVs, boat trailers, camping trailers, or trailers of any kind are permitted in the Gateway Mountain Community.
Property amenities
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3.5 bathrooms
Hair dryer
Shower
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Computer monitor
Desk
Desk chair
Office
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
In the mountains
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Foosball table
Birdwatching nearby
Fishing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Wildlife walks 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
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
About the area
Located in Old Fort, this holiday home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Mountain Gateway Museum and Old Fort Railroad Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include The Merry Wine Market and Black Mountain Center for the Arts. Chimney Rock Gemstone Mine and Chimney Rock Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby. Visit our Old Fort travel guide
Is Hummingbirds' Mountain Retreat | Hot Tub, Game Room, Home Office & Mountain Views! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Hummingbirds' Mountain Retreat | Hot Tub, Game Room, Home Office & Mountain Views!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Hummingbirds' Mountain Retreat | Hot Tub, Game Room, Home Office & Mountain Views!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Hummingbirds' Mountain Retreat | Hot Tub, Game Room, Home Office & Mountain Views!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Hummingbirds' Mountain Retreat | Hot Tub, Game Room, Home Office & Mountain Views! located?
Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 9 miles (15 km) of Waterfall Park, Catawba River and Mountain Gateway Museum. Arrowhead Monument and Old Fort Railroad Museum are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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