Pet-Friendly Fenced Yard, Walk to Town & MHU, Save on Extended Stays

Whether you're here for a campus visit, time with loved ones, a mountain escape, or work, this charming cottage sleeps six and is a short walk to Mars Hill's best spots. Three bedrooms (2 queen, 1 full), one bath, pet-friendly fenced yard, private parking, study/work area, and fast fiber optic Wi‑Fi. Ask about extended stay discounts — ideal for traveling professionals, relocators, and those working at the new AdventHealth hospital coming to nearby Weaverville.
Scroll down for full details on layout, amenities, and what makes Hillside Cottage special.

Location
Restaurants, a coffee house, bagel shop, bars, and Mars Hill University are within a 10-minute walk along Main Street (note that the sidewalk begins about 3 minutes into the walk). It's a genuine small town with real character — and easy access to Asheville when you want it.

Layout
The living room and all three bedrooms are on the main floor. Each bedroom has a closet and drawer space — two rooms have queen-size beds, the third has a full-size bed. White sheets, pillows, and quilts are provided.

The living room features a 49" ultra-high-def Smart TV. A second Smart TV is in the first bedroom.

Downstairs you'll find the dining room, kitchen, bathroom, and laundry room. The dining room seats six and includes a dedicated workspace in the corner.

Kitchen & Essentials
The kitchen is stocked with everything you need to prepare meals — pots, pans, bakeware, cooking utensils, and tableware. Appliances include a full-size refrigerator, oven, microwave, countertop dishwasher, toaster, blender, teapot, and Keurig coffee maker (prefer a drip coffee pot? just ask!). Pantry basics include enough coffee for 2–3 days, tea, sugar, ketchup, mustard, cooking oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, parsley, cinnamon, basil, and oregano.

The laundry room includes a full-size washer and dryer, with detergent, bleach and dryer sheets provided.

Bathroom
The bathroom has a bathtub with shower doors. White bath and hand towels are provided, along with a hairdryer and starter soap, shampoo, and conditioner.

Comfort & Climate
Two mini-split heat pumps provide efficient heating and air conditioning for year-round comfort.

Outdoor Features
Built into the side of a hill, the cottage has a large fenced backyard — perfect for pets — with seasonal forest/mountain views. The covered front porch features rocking chairs, a loveseat, and side tables. A brick patio in the backyard has a table for outdoor dining. Parking accommodates up to 3 cars.

Other things to note:

> Hillside Cottage is located in a residential neighborhood on Main Street on the outskirts of town. Guests are expected to be respectful of neighbors at all times, including noise levels, parking, and general conduct.

> The cottage is about a 10-minute walk along Main Street to the center of town and Mars Hill University. The sidewalk starts about 3-minutes into the walk.

> You will have full access to the cottage and yard with the exception of a storage/utility room.

Self-check in via keypad is provided for your convenience. A new code is created for each visit and is provided the day before your arrival.

Access is via stairs leading directly from the parking area. The stairs in front of the cottage are not for guest use as they only lead to the mailbox and open onto a blind curve on Main Street.

In addition to the stairs from the parking area to the front door, there is a flight of stairs inside the cottage.

This mountain town is home to plenty of wildlife — don’t be surprised if you see spiders (especially if you leave an exterior light on), snakes, or bear!

Pets -
> The maximum number of pets permitted is 2. Please message us prior to booking, if you would like to request an exception.
> You must pick up after your pets (bags are provided).
> Pets are not allowed on the beds.
> Feliway (provided by the host) must be kept plugged at all times for feline guests.

> NC requires a month-to-month lease for any stays longer than 28-days.

> You must be at least 25 years old to make a reservation.

> Between the months of October and April, do not turn the mini-split units off or set the temperature below 60 degrees.

> Roll the trash bin located in the parking area to the edge of the street for collection, if you are in the cottage on Monday.

> Carry the metal recycling bin located by the back door to the edge of the street for collection, if you are in the cottage on Thursday.

> At check-out: 1) remove leftover food from refrigerator, counter, and cabinets; 2) wash dirty dishes and leave them on the drying rack or fill and start the dishwasher; 3) close and lock the back door.

> We’re happy to offer early or late check-out whenever we can. Just keep in mind that we coordinate with our cleaner’s schedule and other guest check-ins, so prior arrangements are essential. If it hasn’t been approved in advance, a $15/hour fee may apply, at the host’s discretion.

> Guests must permit the host to perform routine property maintenance during their stay, including mowing, trimming bushes, clearing snow, and quarterly exterminator service. Lawn maintenance typically occurs on weekends and is subject to weather conditions. Every effort will be made to minimize impact on guests. If there is a day or time that would be inconvenient, advise the host prior to booking.