Summary:
Welcome to your Black Mountain retreat! This gorgeous home is nestled on pristine private land in the Blue Ridge mountains, just 10 minutes from downtown blk mt. and 25 minutes from downtown Asheville. Designed for comfort and environmental stewardship, this Hempcrete home was custom built by a master craftsman. Check out an in depth home tour on Youtube, search for "4k - 71 Penland Cove Road".
The Space:
Get ready to step into total serenity and peace at Apeldoorn house. Listen to birdsong and take in the gorgeous surroundings. Guests from all over the world love this magical place. They have likened it to a French country cottage, a retreat to the Cotswolds and an Italian villa!
This two bedroom, two bathroom house is fully stocked with all the comforts of home. Enjoy movie watching in the living room by the fireplace, dine in the light of sunset in the dining nook and watch the stars from the patio. This exquisite location is so private, you will be surrounded by trees, a beautiful garden and nature. A babbling brook runs through the land. You may see a family of bears ambling through they yard. There are beautiful butterflies and hummingbirds to admire. Many guests love the outdoor space as much as the curated antique interior. Please note that this house has a maximum guest limit of 4 people including children. Please do not bring additional guests.
Apeldoorn House was thoughtfully designed by the homeowners to be an environmentally friendly house. Hempcrete is a composite of natural building materials and this type of building requires less electricity for heating and cooling. You'll notice small details like cooper fixtures and hand crafted touches throughout the house. This place is the perfect setting to retreat to after touring around Asheville. The layout of the home is excellent for couples, friends, and families traveling together as the bedrooms are spacious and the open concept floorpan allows for cooking and lounging at the same time! Many have described it as elegant and modern, while feeling ultra cozy.
Guest Access:
Follow the long driveway to get to the parking area in front of the house. The parking spot fits two cars comfortably.
The Neighborhood:
Black Mountain was chosen as the most charming town in North Carolina! It is a charming, artistic community that is a destination on its own. As one of the most sought after areas outside of Asheville, this town is loved for its art galleries and shops, live music, delicious restaurants, historical homes, whimsical nature, and stunning mountain views. Check out Black Mountain Brewing Company or take a walk around nearby Lake Tomahawk (an easy 1/4 mile loop with picnic tables, a playground, and lots of ducklings).
Also check out:
Black Mountain Golf Club
Robert Lake Park, Montreat
Lake Susan, Montreat
White Horse Music Hall
Shops and Restaurants, Black Mountain
Breweries, Black Mountain
Biltmore House, Asheville
Blue Ridge Parkway
Mt Mitchell- highest peak in Eastern US
Biltmore House- last Castle in America
Hiking trails in Montreat
Music Hall- The White Horse
Leave off Blueberry Farm
Lake Tomahawk in Blk Mt w playground
Water feature for kids in town square
Montreat- stream, lake and playground
Restaurants:
My Father’s Pizza
Fresh: Italian and pizza
Que Sera: upscale restaurant and oysters
Milton’s: nice restaurant
Cousins Cuban
Blk Mt Bistro
Dripulator- coffee bakery
Four Sisters-coffee bakery
Open Oven- breakfast, lunch
Louise’s- breakfast, lunch
Getting Around:
Uber is readily available, call your car 20 minutes before you are ready to be picked up.
Other Things to Note:
Please note we allow a maximum of 2 cars.
If you are booking in the winter months, ice/snow may make it difficult to get in the driveway. If you have concerns about the weather please contact us!