Relax with the entire family at this cozy, allergen-free, newly renovated historic cottage located 10 minutes from Downtown Asheville and 5 minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway, the Arboretum, and hiking trails at Bent Creek. Enjoy stunning mountain views from the living room and soak up the sun in the private backyard surrounded by a permaculture garden with blueberries, raspberries, and a wild persimmon tree! This peaceful retreat is perfect for a romantic getaway or families with kids! You’ve found your home away from home at the Honeysuckle Cottage. For families with kids, the space comes equipped with toys*, books, games and even a travel crib. We are careful to use natural, unscented cleaning products to provide a safe and comfortable space for you and your family. We also provide soap and personal care products with unscented, non-toxic ingredients so that even those with sensitivities can be comfortable, and we never allow any pets on the premises. *Toys available upon request so they can be fully sanitized ★ LIVING ROOM ★ Make yourself a hot cup of tea and unwind on the luxurious sofa in the living room. Enjoy the mountain views through the huge picture window, watch a movie with your loved ones, or curl up with a book that will take you to imaginary worlds. ✔ Tons of natural light from huge windows with mountain views ✔ Comfortable Faux-Leather Sofa that can be converted into full-size bed ✔ 50 inch Roku Smart TV with access to Netflix and many other streaming services ✔ Bookshelf with books for adults and children of all ages ✔ Board Games ✔ Reading Lamps ✔ Real plants ★ KITCHEN & DINING ROOM ★ The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need to cook an amazing dinner or prepare a yummy snack. Gather at the breakfast nook overlooking the sunny backyard to chat while food is being prepared. ✔ Microwave ✔ Stove ✔ Oven ✔ Toaster ✔ Refrigerator/Freezer ✔ Sink - Hot & Cold Water ✔ Coffee & Tea Bar with Keurig Coffee Maker, French Press, Hot Water Kettle, and a variety of coffee and tea options ✔ Real half and half creamer in the fridge ✔ Plates, bowls, glasses, and mugs ✔ Silverware ✔ Pots & Pans ✔ Knives and cutting boards ✔ Serving bowls ✔ Glass containers for storing leftovers ✔ Wine glasses ✔ Organic spices, olive oil, and condiments ✔ Fresh fruit, kind bars, and instant oatmeal for breakfast ✔ Dining room table with seating for 6 When everyone is ready to eat, gather around the dining room table with space for 6 guests. ★ OUTDOOR AREAS ★ Reconnect with nature and make memories with loved ones while roasting marshmallows over the backyard fire pit and looking at the stars. Relax in the rocking chairs on the shaded back porch, or soak up the sun on the back patio and listen to the sounds of nature. Keep an eye out for wildlife like deer, turkeys, rabbits, groundhogs, and even bears! ✔ Shaded front porch with seating for 4 and mountain views ✔ Sunny back patio with seating for 2 ✔ Private back yard with fire pit ✔ Permaculture garden with blueberries, raspberries, mulberries, and a wild persimmon tree ★ SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS - 2 BEDROOMS ★ There are two cozy bedrooms in the cottage. ✔ Queen bed in master bedroom ✔ Full sized bed in second bedroom ✔ Sleeper sofa that pulls out into full sized bed ✔ Pack-n-Play travel crib equipped with mattress pad, sheets, and optional blanket and pillow to keep your little ones comfortable ✔ Night stands with reading lamps ✔ Two luggage racks in each room ★ BATHROOM ★ ✔ Bathtub and shower ✔ Vanity ✔ Mirror ✔ Toilet ✔ Towels ✔ Hair Dryer ✔ Fragrance Free Honest Co. Shower Gel, Shampoo, and Conditioner ★ OTHER AMENITIES ★ ✔ Front load washer and dryer equipped with fragrance free laundry detergent, dryer sheets, and stain remover ✔ Iron and ironing board ✔ Separate workspace with cushioned office chair ✔ Central air conditioning ✔ Central heating ✔ High Speed Wifi ✔ Free parking with covered carport and room for two vehicles ★ CLEANING PROCEDURES ★ Heath, safety, and well-being of our guests are of utmost importance. For this reason, we follow a thorough and extensive cleaning process after each guest. The neighborhood is peaceful and private, with local traffic only. Your hosts live in the house next door and will be ready to help if you need anything or have questions. Please note that the main entrance from the driveway leads to an entryway with an unusually low ceiling. Anyone who is over 6 feet tall needs to watch their head! The rest of the house has standard 7 foot ceilings, so everyone should be comfortable.