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Reviews of Fresh Newly Remodeled Cranberry Cottage. Private-Walk to Restaurants & Shopping

Fresh Newly Remodeled Cranberry Cottage. Private-Walk to Restaurants & Shopping
Black Mountain, NC

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 76 out of 98 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 98 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 98 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 98 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 98 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cindy J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hiking near Blue Ridge Parkway
Good Location for visiting Asheville and surrounding area. Place was clean and had what we needed to relax in the evening. Quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot
Cozy cabin and the dogs loved the fenced yard. Black Mountain was a great town and we had lots of fun exploring all around the area. We will definitely book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joyce C., Ellwood City PA

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute place
Close to historical district. Cute little town!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brandon M., Columbus, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Stay
From the housewarming gifts to the cleanliness of the property…A+ I will recommend 1000 times!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Mar 2024
Thanks Brandon! You were wonderful guests and thanks for leaving our place in such great shape! Would love to have you back. You left a few items behind I will be messaging you about. Would love to get them back to you ASAP! Thanks again.

10/10 Excellent

Roger K.

Liked: Cleanliness
2nd time there
Second time I’ve stayed there, nice to have a reliable and comfortable place when in the area, appreciate the hospitality.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Tammy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love Black Mtn!
There were a couple of issues which have been resolved. One was during our stay(didn’t know how to work the tv/Roku). Messaged then spoke with Bill and was able to understand how to work things. I would suggest having a written step by step instruction there at the house for others in case it’s needed. There was a another issue which was addressed and corrected after we left. Bill was always available to help us. We enjoyed our stay and the wine was a very nice touch. Black Mtn is definitely our happy place.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Patti D., Alexandria, VA

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute & convenient
Cute cottage close to downtown. You can walk to town, although some of the way there is no sidewalk. Several choices for food and entertainment, some had live music. The cottage is located very close to Graybeard trail and Outlook trail and not too far from other things to do. The yard is completely fenced. That was nice since we stayed with dogs. There is a front porch area and fire pit. The cottage is right on the street corner so there is some level of traffic noise, and the fenced yard helps reduce the traffic noise. The place is a little quirky. It was clean and comfortable. Everything worked as expected. Kitchen had enough plates and silverware. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Barbara M.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Disappointed
The property was said to be walkable into Black Mountain. It was not. The yard was unkempt and unattractive. The accommodations were only adequate and not attractive. The kitchen was lacking enough drinkware. However, the owner has been responsive to me after the fact and has taken my critique in stride.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Joseph B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Noisy and uncomfortable
The property was on a busy, noisy street bombarded with passing car headlights. Environmental controls did little for cohesive comfort. Some rooms uncomfortably cool and others too warm at the same time. The property had no pedestrian access, the only way to walk anywhere would be to share the road with cars at a high rate of speed. There was excessive noise by neighbor's with idling loud motorcycles and noisy ceiling fans and a dehumidifier that made it hard to hear the television which didn't work for the first 24 hours or to hear another person speaking. For the cost, I would never recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and Dog Friendly!
I was so appreciative of Bill and Laura's communication and willingness to work with us. Our pet sitter had backed out last minute and they were willing to let us bring our small pack of puppers! The fenced-in yard was a big hit for the dogs and the simple, but elegant interior was perfect for my fiance and I for just stretching out at the end of the day. Highly recommend this property!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean but...
The entire property was enclosed with a tall, solid fence so we felt closed in with no view. The bed is more of a cot that sank somewhat...making getting in and out somewhat of a challenge. TV was through Roku rather than cable as advertised. Those being the worst, it was a pleasant time for us...it was very clean, the owner was very responsive to our inquiries and it was quiet. Everything worked for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
Easy arrival ,off street parking was great! Fenced in back yard was perfect for the pups so clean! ! The cottage was perfect clean quiet well equipped A/C work perfect and beautifully maintained! Location was perfect close to town and a short walk to a restaurant! We will be back and did I say clean!!! Also we where also luck no one was coming in and could check out later! Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage
This was a great property. Clean and just as advertised. We had everything we needed. Once you went in the fence it was very private but close to town. It was a great stay and we would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gloria S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and cozy
Lovely cozy cottage great for one or two people. The house is as described and you are within a mile of the main area. Bill Alexander was a kind a gracious host.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Stay
The property was extremely close to downtown Black Mountain and Lake Tomahawk. Pleasant and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint cottage with amazing little town!
This is our 3rd time staying at cranberry cottage and we enjoyed this stay just as much as the last 2! We were greeted with a snack, bottle of wine and fresh eggs. The electric fireplace is also a nice touch in the winter. We already booked another weekend! Go to my fathers pizza and ask for Lettie! Food is delicious and her service is amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra T.

Liked: Cleanliness
A gem in black mountain
We stayed for a month at the Cranberry Cottage and very much enjoyed our stay. It was really neat to stay in Black Mountain as a local in a residential neighborhood—there are seemingly few opportunities for this in black mountain. We loved walking our two doggies to Lake Tomahawk and to the farmers market. We also loved walking into downtown as well. We drove 22 hours from New Mexico so we really appreciated not having to drive once we arrived! It really felt like home and our two doggies loved being able to play chase in the yard. Bill was great with communication too. All in all, I highly recommend cranberry cottage and will remember my time there with fondness.
Stayed 32 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tracey M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
We had a wonderful time in Black mountain and the house fit our needs perfectly! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caroline B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place!
We had a lovely weekend here with our dog. Beautiful property and comfy bed! Fully fenced yard was great for our dog. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage in Black Mountain!
We enjoyed our second stay at cranberry cottage! The fenced yard was enjoyed by our dogs and we made a fire in the fire pit that was very enjoyable! We appreciate the attention that the owners have paid to making the stay enjoyable!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terry K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little oasis
Wonderful little get away! We will be back! Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy cottage close to downtown and greenway
This place is very close to downtown, 20 minute walk to lots of restaurants. There yard is very private, with full privacy fencing around the property. The bed was a memory foam mattress, and I slept well. The bathroom was clean, as well as the functional roomy kitchen / breakfast area. This is an older house, and hasn't been fully updated. Paint is fresh, rugs and furniture are newer and clean. There's no central AC, but the unit right outside the bedroom kept it comfortable at night. There are fans in every room, as well as plug in air purifiers to keep any staleness at bay. Nice neighborhood for strolling, streets are close together. 5 minute walk to a short downtown greenway, and walking distance to all the downtown spots.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lorie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cottage Review
The Black Mountain cottage was exactly as described plus we were provided with a nice bottle of wine. The dogs loved the securely fenced in yard. The fire pit was also a nice bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Brenda V., thomson, ga

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for dogs!
It is hard to find a good, safe place to have your pet travel with you, especially if it is a high-drive K9! This cottage with the fenced in yard was fabulous. We could throw the ball, etc. to get him some exercise. The cottage was comfortable and well-equipped.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H., Rock Hill

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful Oasis
Wonderful property and perfect for our dog to let out and roam around in the fenced in property. The inside was clean and comfortable. The location is in a perfect location. We extremely enjoyed our short stay in the Black Mountain area and this place will go on our list of great places to stay with our pet when we visit the area again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Stacey H., Waleska, GA

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute & Convenient
Everything we needed for a weekend stay with our pups. Fantastic communication with our host! Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Tom D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyable accommodations but no frills
The home was cozy and ample for our needs during our stay. Temperatures were hot and it would have helped to have the ceiling fan working in the bedroom. Glad I brought a box fan to help circulate the cool of the split system a/c unit located in the hallway outside the bedroom and bathroom. Looked for an iron and ironing board but did not locate. All in all it met our basic needs. Thanks.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Scott S.

Getaway
Average stay this place needs updating inside and out. We won’t come back
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rick S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great week away
We had a wonderful week under the trees. Had our dog with us. We needed a hidaway for a week and this was it. Modest but well appointed cabin. Everything we needed. Build a fire in the firepit each evening.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katherine W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and wonderful yard!
We had a wonderful time. Already booked another weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant compound
Fun spot, well equipped and great for dogs. You can’t beat opening the door to let the dogs roam the fenced area. And it’s a short stroll to downtown (you’re on a neighborhood road without sidewalk part of the way but little traffic). Enjoy!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marcia L., Dalton, US

Liked: Cleanliness
Easygoing get-a-way
This was perfect for my husband, our dog Rosey, and me. Loved that we could walk to downtown—a beautiful walk along a babbling creek. We had a great time hanging around outside around the fire, and the fence made it so nice for our dog. We loved it. ❤️👍
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
From a guy’s perspective…
Less than 2 weeks ago I was mindlessly paging through the interweb one morning when a winter storm warning for western NC popped up. At once my hands began to shake, scalding coffee splashed onto my lap and shrieking like a little girl, I bolted down the hallway to share the news with my wife. We live near the Outer Banks where heavy snows are hard to come by. To us, getting the storm report was akin to tossing a hambone to a famished dawg. Time was of the essence, the warning was to take effect the next day. A full blown quest for suitable accommodations ensued. Sadly, search efforts mostly returned cramped motel rooms and condos attached to unconscionable fees. Like-minded people had beat us to the choicest properties, or so we thought. Surrendering to all the nerdy meticulous planners out there, we regrouped and were thisclose to pulling the trigger on a motel reservation when Cranberry Cottage came into view. About a guy’s perspective: In the reviews you’ll find comments like Cute, Very Cute, Adorable, Sweet, Lovely, Delightful. All spot on, but those descriptors typically don’t appeal to me. I was just before moving on to the next listing when my wife said “Hey Knucklehead, get over yourself.” Well, I did, I got over myself and mere hours later was rewarded with 11-12 inches of soul-soothing, rejuvenating, magical, gently and steadily falling snow, watching it through large multiple windows in a house with a full kitchen, ample living space and a private fenced yard where our pup could pee unsupervised, just like at home. Much more to say but this is all the writing space allotted by VRBO. At this point I’ll close with some solid advice: Read all the reviews, ignore anything even remotely negative, skip to the bottom of the page and click Book Now. In retrospect, with all sincerity, the only thing I’d change about this property would be the owners’ names on the deed, from theirs to ours. Enjoy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kendra P., Tampa, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden Gem
This cottage was a perfect getaway for my husband and I. It’s located just around the corner from great hiking trails, and is a short drive away from Asheville. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debra A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute cottage
Very cute, clean, private cottage everything we needed was supplied the only negative thing was it is advertised as in town and technically it was but we couldn't walk our dog on those roads to town not safe because there really is no shoulder to walk on. But we enjoyed our time there site seeing and driving through nearby blue ridge parkway.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Adorable cottage in perfect location
This cottage was just what we were hoping for. Cute living space, had everything we needed, close to the cute town of Black Mountain. The privacy fence was perfect for our little dog and we enjoyed nights by the fire pit and mornings with a cup of coffee looking at the beautiful mountains.. I really appreciated the level of communication through both the property owner and VRBO. The reservation, check in/check out process was very easy. Can’t thank you enough and hope to be able to reserve it again in the Spring and Fall 2022. and years to come.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Arjun G.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Hidden Gem
I asked the host numerous questions over the weeks leading up to the property stay, and he was patient with each one. The bed was comfortable and the house was cozy. Looking forward to another visit!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

christine s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great cottage location for easy access to many activities, adventures, shopping and dining. Well secured for your fur babies to romp around.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kelly E., Charleston sc

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location- exceptional host
House was as described. Great location for what we wanted to do. Yard was perfect for our hounds. Bill was very helpful and even left us a couple of local beers. Mexican restaurant at the corner was great as was Miltons. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

6/10 Okay

Lynn B.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Vacation time
Large living room and kitchen. Close to town center a plus. However busy intersection. Poor view of black mountains. Fenced yard blocks view. Owner very responsive.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Rick S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Week Away
I was attending an event in Montreat. Cranberry Cottage was a cozy retreat, equal distance from downtown Black Mountain and the Montreat entrance. Had my dog with me. She loved the fenced yard for playing fetch and the fire pit for quiet evenings. I hope to return.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
excellent experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house near black mountain
The house was far superior to the photos(which do not do it justice). It was comfortable, well stocked, and close to town. Owner was very responsive. Over all a wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kim B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful weekend
We loved our visit and had all the comforts of home. Thanks for a wonderful weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ronette W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ready to go back!
This is our first time booking a home to take our pet with us. He loved it! I read another review that stated the area was not good. I didn't find this to be the case. It is in a residential section and there is traffic. When sitting outside, of course you will hear the traffic going by. I didn't mind as had I wanted seclusion, I wouldn't have booked in town! It was close to everything and the house had everything you could ask for. Bill was super responsive and was easy to deal with. I would recommend this for anyone who wants to enjoy all that Black Mountain has to offer, even if you don't bring a pet!! I am already looking at when we can go back for a longer trip as 3 nights weren't enough!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

A. Lynn G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious, private, great location
The host was really responsive and gracious. The kitchen, bedroom and living room are spacious and comfortably furnished. The property includes a large fenced yard and fire pit. Washer/Dryer works great. The water pressure is a little low for showers.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cottage for a getaway
We loved staying in this cute little cottage. Great place to get away but close enough to town to walk to dinner.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sam R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great and clean place
The house was perfect for what I needed and was so close to everything. The fenced in yard was great for my dog. The bed was comfortable. I was able to cook for myself at the house with everything provided.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Teresa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Host
Bill was wonderful to work with. He was very helpful and made sure we had everything we needed. The yard was great and fully fenced which allowed our dogs to join in with us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sherri G., Palm City, FL

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for what we needed
Very easy check in process. Very clean. My medium GoldenDoodle loved the little fenced in yard. Very convenient to town AND the owners left us a bottle of 🍷. 😍
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2020