Mountain Gem I Pet Friendly Luxury Cottage in Cheshire Village Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025

Q: Is Mountain Gem I Pet Friendly Luxury Cottage in Cheshire Village pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

Q: Where is Mountain Gem I Pet Friendly Luxury Cottage in Cheshire Village located?

Located in Cheshire, this cabin is within 2 miles (3 km) of White Horse Black Mountain, Black Mountain Center for the Arts and Swannanoa Valley Museum. The Merry Wine Market and Lake Tomahawk are also within 2 miles (3 km).

10/10 Excellent

Christine T.

8 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic property!

We thoroughly enjoyed our visit. The house was just as described. Very relaxing! We will definitely stay again.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Devry L., Tullahoma

14 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Black Mountain

We had an amazing time, house was beautiful and well-appointed!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis M.

15 Oct 2020

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

All lived up to expectations.

Wonderful property to spend a fall vacation with family.

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

17 Feb 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home!

Very cozy house that is perfect for multiple guest. We enjoyed walking around the neighborhood and cooking in that beautiful kitchen.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carrie D.

1 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house with easy access to hiking and activities in Asheville.

The rental process was easy and the rental company was very responsive to questions. The house was perfect when we arrived and set the tone for a relaxing week.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Robert A.

3 Feb 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

As advertised

Beautifully appointed and appreciated the comfortable bedding.

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kellen B.

5 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing home

Beautiful home with so much charm. Really loved the outdoor spaces. We spent most of our time on the porch or around the fire! Perfect for a small group!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda K.

2 Aug 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful. Super clean.

Loved it! Comfortable, pet friendly enviroment!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa g., Greenville sc

9 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Always a great stay here

House is spacious, well maintained, well stocked and in a beautiful neighborhood. Easy access to Black Mountain and Asheville. Always feel very safe here and the neighbors are very kind and welcoming. Deck is great for afternoon cocktails and morning coffee. Highly recommend

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon H.

29 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet

nice home in a nice quiet neighborhood

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

12 Jun 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect home!

We travel to Black Mountain every year and this has been our best house so far. It is in a beautiful and serene neighborhood. The house is gorgeous and the listing was accurate. We had an ac issue during our stay and the property manager quickly responded and resolved the issue. There are little trails throughout the neighborhood and a little creek. We really enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend this home. We will likely stay here again!

Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica M., Chapel HIll

2 Mar 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing!

Beautiful home with lots of space, great outdoor areas and access. Thank you so much!

Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

31 May 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

Idle Awhile was the perfect place for our family gathering. With bedrooms on each of three floors we all had our privacy. We loved the fact that we were close to Asheville and Montreat. Black Mountain was a delightful town with lots of great eating places. The house had all the amenities one needed. My only concern was having to stand up to use the remote control for the tv on the main floor.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

keith and camille s.

5 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

College visits and vacation

The property was spotless and beautifully decorated. It fit 4 of us great. Neighborhood is gorgeous and the management company is very professional, accommodating and friendly. Wish there were more lights, a view of the mountains and the tv wasn’t so awkward. Would recommend!!

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen S.

28 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous cabin in the woods

Idle Awhile was a fabulous cabin tucked in the woods - a wonderful retreat from the hustle and bustle of downtown Asheville. It was conveniently close to town, the Biltmore and other tourist spots, but isolated enough to allow for a nice glass of wine on the front porch while listening to the sound of wind in the trees. The house had everything we needed for our stay and plenty of room for our party of 6. Would highly recommend it!

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

James D.

28 Aug 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An amazing house in an amazing setting

This house was absolutely perfect for our mini-family reunion. Three master suites on three different floor put us all together under one roof with privacy. The kitchen appliances are high end and the kitchen is well stocked with pots, pans, cookware, plates, glasses, etc. The porch was perfect for playing board games and cards. The Village of Cheshire is idyllic. We all want to come back! Kudos to the homeowners for thinking of everything.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

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28 Apr 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just one thing….but big

Everything was just as it was supposed to be. It was our fourth rental in this neighborhood. BUT on the first night the windows were rattling and it sounded like a truck was parked outside the master to make such a noise and effect. We turned the entire hvac off and could not figure out the noise. Sleeping on the couch in the middle of the house helped but it was a terrible night. The next morning we did tell property management. They did come out to claim they found nothing wrong. There is a compressor outside the master windows. Well the noise was gone when we go back but clearly something was broke and fixed. We were frustrated at the misery of one nights sleep and the effort and coordination needed the next day when we were supposed to be relaxed on a fishing trip. They offered $100 off a $3k booking only. I declined that and they said that was just dandy. Recommended we check out for a full refund and go to a hotel. Pretty snarky especially if you’ve been to black mountain. There’s one hotel. I think the maintenance team missed a regular maintenance on the compressor and then lied to the management team who then gaslit us. Should have been handled better.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

4 Sept 2023

Liked: Location

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

Up and Down

Neither the pictures nor the listing described the stairs adequately. Three levels, very steep stairs, treacherous stone steps especially when wet. No keys provided and passcode lock on main (2nd) level only. Construction on houses going up behind not mentioned until past the cancel date. Entire house needs power wash badly, spiders, cobwebs, moss, dust on porches. Great location but quirky items, e.g. a wall switch required to turn power on the dishwasher, a noisy ice maker that could not be turned off, AC difficult to control, too warm or freezing. It’s a 3.5 star listing with a 5 star price. One parking space only adjacent to the basement level. And, the trash can opening instruction is incorrect.

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lander C., Columbia, SC

14 Jul 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place!!

Such a nice house and Greybeard is a step above as a property manager. The Cheshire area is super nice and you can walk to a small store and 2 restaurants. The restaurants aren’t opened every day, so check the times. All around, a fantastic experience.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas W.

1 Jun 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Black Mountain Retreat

Beautiful comfortable house with a great location. A no hassle check in process and everything about the house was above our exceptions.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa g.

22 May 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful house in a fabulous neighborhood

Spent a long weekend in this property and could not have been happier. House and property are as depicted in listing, is well appointed with amenities, very comfortable and nicely decorated, room for everyone and in a wonderful, safe neighborhood. We loved the proximity to downtown Black Mountain and Asheville but liked that it was less crowded in this area. The little village is very cute and provides a nice option for a meal and the gourmet grocery store was stocked with nice items and the personnel were very helpful. Walking around the neighborhood is lovely and everyone was very nice. Will return to this house again.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelly M., Northbrook, IL

13 May 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing visit.

Beautiful property. Good layout with lots of privacy. Comfortable beds, great location, nicely equipped kitchen. Close to other homes but feels tucked away and private.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bradley A.

28 Apr 2021

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Stay

A lovely home in an ideal area!

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

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