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The High Life: Come experience Black Mountain & Asheville at it's best! Stunning views!

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4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Terrace/patio
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathrooms333 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Black Mountain, NC
  • Hop'n Blueberry Farm
    18 min walk
  • Black Mountain Golf Club
    8 min drive
  • Lake Tomahawk
    9 min drive
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    39 min drive

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About the area

Black Mountain

Located in Black Mountain, this vacation home is on a river, a 3-minute drive from Hop'n Blueberry Farm and 8 minutes from Black Mountain Golf Club. .This family-friendly vacation home is 3.3 mi (5.4 km) from Lake Tomahawk and 3.8 mi (6.2 km) from White Horse Black Mountain.

What's nearby

  • Black Mountain Golf Club - 8 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Lake Tomahawk - 9 min drive - 5.4 km
  • White Horse Black Mountain - 10 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Black Mountain Center for the Arts - 11 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Catawba Falls - 27 min drive - 24.7 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The High Life: Come experience Black Mountain & Asheville at it's best! Stunning views!

The High Life......with views to die for, tons of indoor & outdoor space, you have found what you have been looking for, so come enjoy the splendor of the Blue Ridge Mountains, nestled in the heart of Black Mountain! Modern home with updated finishes, furnishings and more. There is plenty to do while at this splendid home, but you are also so conveniently located just outside of downtown Black mountain, and close to Asheville & more.

Location:
Private home located in a private little development with only 2 other homes. You are app. 5 minutes to downtown Black Mountain, 20 minutes to downtown Asheville, and are app. 35 minutes from the Asheville Regional Airport. Home is accessed via only paved and fully maintained roads, right up to the development, then the roads are gravel. (All-Wheel or 4-Wheel drive suggested in the Winter or during inclement weather.)

Accommodations:
(Sleeps 10-12) 4 bedroom, 3 full baths, Powder Room
Occupancy Summary / Sleeps in beds: 10 Max. Occupancy: 12
(PLEASE NOTE: Yonder provides linens for all beds; other occupancy will require guests providing their own linens.)

Description:
The High Life!
Welcome to the peace & tranquility that comes from "elevation", calming and upscale surroundings, and the breathtaking awe of a true luxury vacation home; AND just 5 minutes from downtown Black Mountain, and and close to everything else in WNC, including all the action in downtown Asheville.
Does this sound like the luxury mountain destination experience for you?

Come soak in all The High Life has to offer its guests, including a high-end "arts & crafts" home, modern amenities, close proximity to literally everything, and more. Sit on your amazingly expansive back deck, relax and sip coffee as you take in the calming atmosphere of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
Come create your own memorable Asheville mountain experience!

The home affords year round access, and is great for groups of any and all ages. The home is situated just outside of downtown Black Mountain, NC, affording the privacy of a custom-built mountain home, and space for everyone to relax & enjoy the feel of the WNC mountains.

Get ready to be “wowed” by this specialty built mountain style retreat. With soaring vistas, high ceilings, vaulted rooms, and cozy spaces, you will immediately feel at home at The High Life. (That is of course if you can tear yourself away from the wrap-a-round decks & soaking in the spectacle of the of relaxing amidst the splendor of the Blue Ridge Mountains, & actually venture inside!) The relatively newly constructed Arts & Crafts home affords a stunning great room, Chef's grade kitchen, a lower level Family Rm, and MORE; with plenty of space to unwind and gather with your group. But, if you need some “alone time”, there is plenty of space inside and out to find your own serenity. There are 4 outside porches, decks, and patios, including the rocking chair porch for ultimate outdoor relaxation.

While at The High Life, everyone enjoys all that the home has to offer; from the multiple gathering spaces, the garage Game Room, and of course the spectacular decks, where you can pull up a chair and take in the "sound of silence", observe the night as it fills with stars, and watch the fire flies come out to play in your backyard.
Take a seat and enjoy the sound of nature and the serenity in your own private paradise in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Black Mountain is app. less than 5 minutes away with its shops, fine dining, antiques, live entertainment and much more. You are also just a short drive from America's favorite scenic byway, The Blue Ridge Parkway, motorcycle touring, biking, hiking, white water rafting, rock climbing, kayaking, canoeing, zip lining, Segway tour…just about any outdoor activity! Or, take a ride to downtown Asheville to enjoy the first-rate restaurants, shopping, galleries, spas, and entertainment.

Exclusive Yonder Special: When you book The High Life you will receive a special code for discounted tickets to the Biltmore Estate! Contact Yonder for more info.

Bedroom/Bath Layout:
4 bedroom, 3 full baths, Powder Room
Bedroom #1 – Second Level Master Suite – King Bed – Private ensuite Bath, Walk-in Shower (#1)
Bedroom #2 – Second Level Guest Room – Queen Bed – Shared Full Bath (#2)
Bedroom #3 – Second Level Guest Room – Queen Bed – Shared Full Bath (#2)
Bedroom #4 – Terrace Level Guest Suite – Queen Bed – Large Full Bath (#3)
Additional Queen pullout sleeper sofa
Powder Room
Occupancy Summary / Sleeps in beds: 10 Max. Occupancy: 12
(PLEASE NOTE: Yonder provides linens for all beds; other occupancy will require guests providing their own linens.)

We look forward to possibly booking your stay, should these accommodations work for you. We can reserve your stay with a credit card and send out a rental agreement to firm everything up when you are ready...but don't delay too long.

Additional Rate Info And Fees:
*4 night minimum required for all holidays & special events.
These observed holidays and occasions are subject to holiday rates: New Years, MLK, Valentines, Easter, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas

$455 Cleaning Fee**
** - Yonder openly shares & clearly posts our Cleaning Fees in a manner of full disclosure, as we think this is the most honest and forthright approach with respect to our guests. Our Cleaning Fees are backed by our Clean Guarantee, which reflects the highest level of standards, pristine environments for our guests, and a level of clean that surpasses any other vacation homes; we literally guarantee it!
processing fee
Current local tax rate is 13%
No Security Deposit / Guests are responsible for damages.

Early Check In and/or Late Check Out may be possible, depending on cleaning schedules and other reservations. If it is possible, there may be an additional fee that would be determined based on the time that you wish to check in or out and the seasonal rates.

Pets: This home and property are dog-friendly, and guests are welcome to bring their furry friends. There is a non-refundable Pet Fee of $130 with a limit of 2 dogs per booking party.

Please inquire for details regarding payment, the cancellation policy, military discounts, and trip insurance.

Note: Reservations over 30 days are subject for review prior to acceptance. A separate rental agreement will be required for 90+ day stays.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. There's a private balcony. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker, and housekeeping is provided on request.
This smoke-free vacation home features books, games, and snowboarding nearby. Amenities and recreational activities include table tennis, a foosball table, and ecotours nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Yonder

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Table football
  • Ping pong table
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the river
  • In the mountains
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Golf on site
  • Cycling nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 3584 sq ft (333 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in 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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
450647

The High Life: Come experience Black Mountain & Asheville at it's best! Stunning views! Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Views
We enjoyed our stay at the High Life so much! The house was so spacious and enjoyed the views from the decks at all times of the day and evening! The layout of the home provided both privacy and quiet but also a large main floor for everyone to be together. Several reviews mentioned the parking. It was a little tight but we were able to get three cars there with a little maneuvering. We found it best to back in.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

George O., Valdosta

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful views
Great house. Great views.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marjorie P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Break 2023
The house was perfect and had everything we needed for an enjoyable week. The views were amazing especially from the master bedroom. With the privacy location, you could wake up each morning and watch the sun come up from over the mountains while still relaxing in bed. The kitchen was fully equipped and had plenty of space and seating. The under counter ice maker was an appreciated bonus.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding party
Really good stay. House meets expectations online. A couple FYIs, the house has a bit of a sketchy driveway, especially if it rains, so if you have a AWD car then you may feel more comfortable. We all had sedans and had no problem but the cars bottomed out in a few places. Additionally, there's lots of bugs outside so be careful if you have a bee allergy. There's not much the owners can really do about this because it's in the middle of the woods. Overall would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Joann W., Hertford, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful location, beautiful home!
The home and the location were beautiful! The only downfall we found about the property was the property management company. We had issues with the propane tanks for the gas grill. I emailed them Tuesday evening about the issue and no one came to replace the tank. We left Saturday. There are a few dead, full size trees in the house. Not the prettiest to look at. For all the additional fees that we were charged for the management company, we were very disappointed.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Twins 10 th bday weekend getaway from Raleigh
Great views. Quiet Close to downtown food and fun Pretty house
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Milani P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous!
Gorgeous property. Beautiful views and filled with light. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful home with incredible views
The photos don’t do this place justice! It is very spacious, comfortable, and tastefully decorated. The kitchen is very well equipped!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Catherine D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for a getaway
Porches for days! That was by far our favorite part and renting the week of the full moon was an added benefit. Indoors was lovely as well and the ping pong table in the garage was a great distraction for kids. There was not much outdoor space to hang out that isn’t porches or driveway/road so while it is very remote, not a place where you can really send smaller kids out to play since it is on the side of a mountain. Overall we loved it and the kitchen was well appointed for making family dinners.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kent C.

Liked: Cleanliness
My mom's birthday trip
I had to work in Black Mountain a few years ago and absolutely fell in love with the area! I have gone back several times since and wanted to plan a trip up there to take my family for my mother's birthday! This home did not disappoint! The home was gorgeous, located close enough to the downtown area and had INCREDIBLE views! Normally, to get these views in a rental, you can have a very long difficult drive...Not with this one! It was conveniently located to downtown Black Mountain, an easy drive to Asheville and the Blue Ridge Parkway! Plenty of room for a large group and a Ping Pong table for everyone to enjoy! I'd highly recommend this home to anyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing views and house is amazing
Great Memories we hope to get the same place same time next year and make more memories,
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kevin L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great views and comfort. Tucked away in the mountains and just what we needed.
Very smooth process and exactly what is expected.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Denise C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Getaway
The home was as beautiful as it was in the pictures. The 10 to 15 minute drive into the little town of Black Mountain was spot on. The town was very lovely and would definitely go back to visit again. The local grocery store was huge and had everything possible you might need. As for the home, I would not rent again and here is why: First , I was charged a fee by the management company and a fee by VRBO. I was told I booked under Yonder but if I had only booked through VRBO I would not have had both sets of fees. It was an additional $400. Second, when we arrived, there was no ice., even though they had three ice machines. The management company rudely told me that they throw away ice from the previous people but that I could drive back to town and buy ice until the ice machines started working. After driving from Texas for two days, I didn’t really feel like getting in the car and driving back to town to buy ice. Only one ice machine started working but with 9 people there, ice goes quickly. We asked them to send someone out to fix the stand alone ice machine in kitchen, but they never did. They said they would reimburse me for the ice for the week, but they haven’t. It’s not the costs of the ice as it was the way the management company responded to me. Next, the tables on back porch need to be replaced. They are wobbly and table top is caving in. The couch and chair set were comfy though. Lastly and the biggest issue was the AC. One of the bedrooms was on the ground floor. Each night my son and daughter-in-law didn’t sleep well because it was too hot. They could not open windows as they were on the ground floor. The air could not be adjusted because they said the units would freeze up. After a few nights, they could not stand the heat any more so they moved to the couch upstairs. It was a bit better but still warm. The master upstairs was ok if you ran the fan on high. The other bedrooms were ok but none was great. No windows could be open because there were no screens. (After opening them the first night, we woke to lots of bugs that had made there way in). When we called the management company, they sent someone out and said everything was perfectly fine. Funny though, that night their room downstairs was cool for the first time but the rest of the house became warm, even the master with the fan on high. The AC issue definitely needs to be addressed. It’s hard to spend a week in a house that doesn’t cool off.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Patrick H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Mountain Home
The views are amazing and the house was beautiful just as advertised.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything it is chalked up to be.
Exactly as advertised, so very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shena B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous hone!
My husband and two daughters enjoyed five nights in this beautiful home. The views were spectacular the location was convenient to Asheville and the surrounding areas. Black Mountain is also a cute town. Would love to return! There is so much to do, five days was not long enough-great hiking, amazing restaurants in Asheville and a fun downtown area. Excellent vacation and the house was a significant factor in why we loved it so much.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Sherry B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mini Family Vacay
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The home was well maintained and nicely laid out. We were hoping for snow but we didn't let the lack of it inhibit our stay. Property is perfectly located between the activities to the north and the city of Ashville. Would love to return in the Spring to enjoy the views.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bo B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome
We had a great time, and the house is amazing. Only thing that would have made it better was a fire pit. But the fire inside was awesome!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melisa E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend getaway
Beautiful home with incredible views! My family came for a weekend getaway and Christmas at the Biltmore and loved every minute! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect views
This property was absolutely beautiful. The mountains views are magnificent with big windows and the wrap around decks that help you enjoy the views the whole time. Black Mountain is a great town to walk around and shops and eat. Then it only takes 25 minutes or so to get to downtown Ashland. We hiked and zip lined and took a kayaking tour. We had an amazing time & the weather was perfect all weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Hanni S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Home, Great Location
The home and views of the mountains were absolutely beautiful. Black Mountain is a really cute town and we drove to some incredible hiking trails in the area. We had a wonderful family vacation! Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rachel M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home and view
We enjoyed our visit to the area. Lots of hiking, cute shops in town, great layout in the home to accommodate multiple families.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very pleasant stay at a great mountain house!
We were very happy with our stay at the High Life. The house was very clean and well-stocked with all the necessities. Communication with the property manager was easy and they were very prompt with responses. We were a group of 6 adults and two small children and the house was spacious enough that we didn't feel cramped. It has a great layout that's perfect for large families. Views are breathtaking!