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Hummingbirds' Mountain Retreat | Hot Tub, Game Room, Home Office & Mountain Views!

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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

9.8 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 3,299 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 - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

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
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What's nearby

  • A rustic log cabin with a stone chimney, surrounded by lush green trees.
    Mountain Gateway Museum
    17 min drive - 11.1 miles
  • A waterfall cascading through a forested gorge with autumn foliage.
    Catawba Falls
    23 min drive - 15.1 miles
  • Waterfall Park
    11 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Davidson's Fort Historic Park
    17 min drive - 11.7 miles
  • Old Fort Railroad Museum
    17 min drive - 11.5 miles

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL)
    60 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    16 min drive
  • Foothills Watershed
    17 min drive
  • Hardee's
    16 min drive
  • The Davis Country Store & Cafe
    16 min drive
  • Seeker Coffee
    16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

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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