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Foxhole Cottage - Close to downtown

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Outdoor dining
Exterior
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Dining
Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels, soap

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 493 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Hendersonville, NC
  • Place, Elijah Mountain Gem Mine
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Biltmore Estate
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Place, Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance
    ‪31 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪16 min drive‬

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About the area

Hendersonville

Located in Hendersonville, this cottage is within a 5-minute drive of Elijah Mountain Gem Mine and Oakdale Cemetery. .This cottage is 3.2 mi (5.1 km) from French Broad River and 3.4 mi (5.4 km) from Pardee Hospital.
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What's nearby

  • Elijah Mountain Gem Mine - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Jump Off Rock - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Asheville Outlets - 23 min drive - 28.5 km
  • Biltmore Estate - 30 min drive - 36.4 km
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance - 31 min drive - 34.3 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Baker's Box - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Pi-Squared Pizza - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪China Dynasty - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Book And Bee Cafe And Tea - ‬10 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.

Foxhole Cottage - Close to downtown

This charming, sunny 2-story cottage is centrally located in Hendersonville on a private, multi-cabin property, close to downtown (only 3.5 miles). Perfectly situated for exploring DuPont and Pisgah's waterfalls and trails, Asheville, Brevard and more. The historic Foxhole Cottage is ideal for couples, business travelers or friends traveling together. Not suitable for children under the age of 12 or pets.

The Foxhole Cottage has a celebrated history. This 2 bedroom/1.5 bath, 1940's cottage was originally built as a carriage house behind the historical stone house on the property, which was known as the Brightwaters Guesthouse, established in 1938. Upstairs housed 3 rooms - 2 were bedrooms for the cooks who came from Florida in the summers to cook at the Brightwaters Lodge and Dining Room, which used to be in the center of the property. A third room was used for the storage of goods. Renovations in the 1970's enclosed the downstairs (now the living/dining rooms and kitchen and half bath) and combined 2 rooms into 1 large master bedroom upstairs. The name, "Foxhole", is original to the structure.

Today, the Foxhole Cottage has been refreshed and restored to it's former glory, exposing the refinished hardwood floors on the upper level, the original rustic doors and the beamed ceilings.

The Foxhole Cottage is a great house for getting away to enjoy the outdoors.Very close to all of the best mountain biking and hiking trails - DuPont, Pisgah, Bent Creek and Mills River. The Foxhole Cottage is centrally located to dining, breweries and entertainment in Hendersonville, Brevard and Asheville.

Accommodates a maximum of 4 people. Minutes to grocery and restaurants. Great for couples, business travelers or friends traveling together. Not suitable for small children or pets.

Ask about our local partnership discounted tickets to the Biltmore Estate, Flat Rock Playhouse, wineries, kayaking/canoeing/tubing, massage, and more!

Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned cottage, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. A Smart television along with a DVD player are provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free cottage features a video library, snowboarding nearby, and sledding nearby. Recreational activities include rock climbing nearby, hiking/biking trails nearby, and kayaking nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking in the house or on the property.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Contactless check-in available

Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

Note from host: Children over 12 years old only.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

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Foxhole Cottage - Close to downtown Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Katherine L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and cute property. We really enjoyed being close to downtown Henderstonville, but still feeling a bit tucked away and an easy drive to Asheville.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

Charlene B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was perfect; host, home, amenities, location. Can't wait for our next stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Dawn P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getting to the house was easy and the parking was perfect. Super cute location and the lights were on. Very easy to use the code to get in. Super impressed with the information the host gave to give you lots of info about hiking and so much more. Really appreciated that! The only thing I did not enjoy was the bed. I know it's a personal choice but the bed is FIRM. The pillows were great though :). I had a question about the heat and the host quickly responded.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan Colleen T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lots of shopping available.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Getaway

Perfect for a simple weekend getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trisha G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful!

The Foxhole Cottage was perfect for me and my sister for a long weekend! Very clean and nicely decorated with a kitchen with all the basics! We felt very safe in this cottage which is part of a collection of cottages that surround a lovely little park with walking path. The neighborhood is very quiet, but convenient to the main road. It was very nice to be able to open the screened windows in the bedrooms to feel the cool night breeze!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great!

Absolutely superb!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Surprise birthday getaway

I surprised my husband with a birthday getaway. I put the address in the GPS and he followed the directions step by step not having any idea where we were going. This place was PERFECT in every way! We loved the history of the property, the architecture, the beauty, the style. It was definitely our favorite stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan Colleen T.

Liked: Cleanliness

High school friends

It was an extremely nice place to stay and the outdoor seatings that are available thru out the property really added to our visit. Very private and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Linda C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Comfy, cozy cabin

Nice amenities. New bathroom fixtures. Helpful to have washer/dryer. A convenient location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gwendolyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute Cottage

Our stay was what we were hoping to expect, cozy, quiet, close to everything if we needed it. The owner was very helpful with what we were having difficulty doing. We will definitely keep this serene place on our list to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debra N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent location

The property was close to the waterfalls in the area but also close to the cute town of Hendersonville. The house was very clean and the decor was fabulous.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debbie R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fall is in the Air- perfect cottage treasure

This cottage is delightful. Perfect location, size. Beyond clean. This was our first outing since COVID. We felt save. Thank you. I would suggest smaller coffee cups. Your are beautiful but heavy. We can’t wait to come back for a longer stay. This is our 46 season on Hendersonville. Thank you for a grand experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Leigh M.

WONDERFUL Weekend getaway!

Cute, clean and homey ! We have stayed at several B and B’s and cabins but none trump the condition of this cottage, down to the little details. The management and owners of these properties are top notch in my book. The decor is updated and bright. The Owner Elisabeth was so knowledgeable and helpful. We HIGHLY RECOMMEND!❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Michelle F.

Wonderful place with a lot of history. Close to everything.

We stayed in the cottage for a month. Elizabeth was wonderful and was always available for questions. The only issue we had is that you only have access to basic cable so very little channels available unless you love to shop. This is an issue for only those staying more than a few days. This cottage is located close to everything. Great place and very private.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michelle, TN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean and quaint cottage

The cottage was all the owner said it was and more. It was beautiful, clean, and had all the amenities. The owner was very helpful with lots of recommendations about local events and good resturants. This is a gem of a find for a wonderful getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Foxhole cottage is an adorable little house. Very clean & comfortable. Great, quiet location. Hendersonville is such a charming town with plenty of great restaurants and beautiful scenery.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S., Evergreen, CO

All our needs were met and this adorable house!

We had such a great time so we extended our stay. The house is not only super functional but I love the history behind it. Elizabeth met us with the biggest smile and a homemade treat on the table. She was ready to help us with anything we needed. I highly recommend this adorable house. I love that the kitchen was so well stocked with all the plates and accessories that we needed!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Steve P., Iron Station NC USA

The Foxhole cottage was secluded but near to everything. Beautifully furnished.

We had a great time in the area. The cottage was exactly what we were hoping to find. Comfortable, cozy and close to everything. Nice quiet neighborhood, too. Elisabeth had everything ready for us. Excellent host and property.

10/10 Excellent

mary t.

Cozy, cute, great cottage

We really enjoyed our trip to the Hendersonville area! The cottage was charming as described, and had the amenities to make for a comfortable stay! Elizabeth provided great information on things to do in the area. I would recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

janine g.

We loved the Foxhole Cottage

The Foxhole Cottage was so beautiful and comfortable. It had everything you needed plus more. The décor was gorgeous. Elisabeth was so very helpful and gave us some great recommendations. Hendersonville was so charming and there was so much to see and do there. The home was very private and we just loved spending time at the Cottage. We can't wait to go back! Tom and Janine
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Charlene B.

So Perfect!

Elisabeth, thanks so much for sharing this house. Cozy and charming. Great place for a girls or couples getaway. Close to Hendersonville with shopping and plenty of restaurants. Can't wait for our next visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

A very nice place, well located

Very neat and tidy, clean, quiet, great beds, and nice cottage furniture. Elisabeth was very prompt in replying and helpful in giving us leads on the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kathy F.

Delightful and adorable cottage!

Elisabeth gave us great recommendations for hikes and restaurants. Four falls at DuPont absolutely gorgeous. Thanks Elisabeth for making our 26th Anniversary one to remember!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne M.

Very cozy and convenient

We had a great weekend getaway at Foxhole Cottage. Elisabeth was very helpful with orienting us to the cottage and gave us lots of great info on things to do and see in Hendersonville and Asheville. The cottage was lovely and very comfortable with lots of charm. I highly recommend it!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2017