Charming, sunny upstairs level flat is centrally located in Hendersonville, close to downtown (only 3.5 miles). 5-star, elegantly appointed home has 2 beds/2 private bathrooms. Spacious rooms, A/C, and upscale furnishings offer all the comforts of home. Perfectly situated for exploring DuPont and Pisgah Forests, Hendersonville, Brevard and Asheville. Ideal for couples, business travelers or friends traveling together. No kids under 12. Local partner for discount tickets to Biltmore and more! Built in 1938, this updated home has a celebrated history. Today, the fully renovated flat upstairs Verandah level offers guests all of the modern comforts of an elegant Southern home. The Brightwaters Guesthouse was originally built in 1938 as an 8 bedroom, 6 bathroom guesthouse. The founder, Samuel Childs, built the Brightwaters Guesthouse and Lodge and Dining Room, as well as 25 cottages on his 400 acres, in the surrounding area. The entire resort was called Brightwaters Estates, and was frequented by guests, primarily from Florida, looking to escape the summer heat and enjoy the cool, mountain air. On the grounds of the Guesthouse, Childs renovated an 1800's one-room schoolhouse to make it the dining hall for guests staying at the Guesthouse and the surrounding cottages. In the 1970's, the Guesthouse was renovated into 2 flats (one upstairs and one downstairs). Each flat had 2 bedrooms/2 baths, a living room, a dining and a kitchen. And the former, interior staircase was removed. Today, the Brightwaters Guesthouse takes back its original name and has been refreshed and restored to its former glory, exposing the refinished hardwood floors and tongue and groove paneling. And it has been updated with all of the modern conveniences, including a large, fully enclosed, 4 season sunroom. The Brightwaters Guesthouse offer guests the opportunity to step back in time and enjoy its timeless elegance. The Verandah level flat is a great house for getting away to enjoy the outdoors. Very close to all of the best mountain biking and hiking trails - DuPont, Pisgah, Bent Creek and Mills River. Accommodates a maximum of 4 people. Minutes to grocery and restaurants. Only 11 miles from the Asheville Airport. The Brighwaters Guesthouse is centrally located to dining, breweries and entertainment in Hendersonville, Brevard and Asheville, as well as other areas, such as Tryon and Saluda. All within a 30 minute drive. Entire upstairs flat for your enjoyment and relaxation. Includes 50" smart TV, cable, high speed wireless internet, AC/heat, fully equipped kitchen with microwave, toaster, blender, Brita water filter pitcher and drip coffee maker. PLEASE NOTE: Starter supplies of paper products, coffee filters, trash bags, shampoo, hand, body and dish soaps are provided. Excess supplies are the responsibility of the guest. Available, as needed by text, phone and email. I will be happy to recommend cool restaurants, breweries and area attractions. As an avid hiker and mountain biker, I can recommend great trails for you as well. This home is on a private, multi-cabin vacation rental compound, owned by me. The compound, called Brightwaters Vacation Rentals, is ideal for large groups, family reunions, retreats, wedding accommodations, etc. Please inquire if you'd like to reserve multiple homes. Click on my profile photo to see the cabins, cottage and historic home. The home looks out to our .25 green space, called Poplar Park (complete with a garden swing, walking paths a large fountain, seating areas and picnic tables. Poplar Park is a common area, available for use by all guests. The home is only 3.5 miles from downtown Hendersonville. Minutes to DuPont Forest and Pisgah Forest waterfalls and trails. Within 30 minutes, you can be in Asheville, Brevard, Bent Creek, the Bike Farm in Pisgah Forest, The Gorge, ziplining, white water rafting adventures and the Tryon International Equestrian Center. Check out Oskar Blues Brewery, Sierra Nevada Brewery, Bold Rock Cidery, St. Paul Mountain Vineyards, Burntshirt Vineyard and more. Even closer are all of the great restaurants, shops and breweries in downtown Hendersonville. Public golf course only 6 miles away. Kayaking and canoeing with Lazy Otter Outfitters is just 2 miles away. And in season, apple picking orchards are just minutes from the Guesthouse. Go to Brightwaters Vacation Rentals to stay up-to-date on local events, music and festivals. And ask for our local partnership discounted tickets to the Biltmore Estate, Flat Rock Playhouse, wineries, kayaking/canoeing/tubing, massage, and more! See our guidebook for detailed recommendations. Private driveway parking for 2 vehicles. Taxis and rental car services from Asheville Airport, located only 11 miles away. Uber is available in the area. Local guidebooks, maps and detailed hiking guides available for your use. This house is on a private, multi-home property. Since it is upstairs, guests must be comfortable with climbing up 1 flight of stairs. With 2 private flats (one downstairs:Garden level and one upstairs:Verandah level), the home offers guests large, airy rooms and a touch of Southern elegance. The cabins on the property are spacious 2 bedroom/2 bath homes that accommodate up to 6 people. And the Foxhole Cottage is a 2 bedroom/1 bath home that accommodates up to 4 people. The Brightwaters Vacation Rentals property is ideal for large groups, family reunions, retreats, wedding accommodations, etc. Please inquire if you'd like to reserve multiple homes. Click on my profile photo to see the other cabins, the cottage and the Guesthouse:Garden level.