| Date | Rating | Comment
[Guest Comments: 38 positive, 0 negative]
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| 11/17/09 |
Positive
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| Staying at this home was the highlight of our vacation. Everything about this property was just perfect! It is obvious from the moment that you open the door that you will be treated to an exceptional retreat from the stresses of everyday life. It was our first visit to Greater Asheville and we are so thankful that we discovered this house rather than staying at a hotel! I give this rental property a 5 star plus rating.... and from the outside deck overlooking the mountains... you'll see another billion more stars above! |
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Greg & Mary Roche, West Hartford, CT |
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| 10/27/09 |
Positive
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For the past four years we've rented a house and stayed on Gateway Mountain. This house was wonderful. The view was fantastic and the house fabulous. It had absolutely everything we needed in the way of conveniences and amenities. We will certainly consider staying there again.
We enjoyed the sunset views and the smoke/fog rising on the mountains in the mornings. We saw wild turkeys just about every day (on the mountain). We enjoyed watching the birds flit around the bird feeder. And of course shopping in Black Mountain and Old Fort is always fun too. |
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Wess, DeSoto, TX
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| 10/11/09 |
Positive
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| The house is lovely - cozy, comfortable and well-equipped - and the location is fabulous. Enjoyed everything about the stay. The house has all the amenities one could want. I would definitely go back again. |
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Susan Brischke, LaVergne, TN
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| 09/17/09 |
Positive
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Step into a magical mountain world in a jewel of a house in the midst of an exquisite forest setting halfway to heaven. This delightful hideaway has every comfort you would want in a vacation home and the deep quiet of the woods plus spectacular views will renew your spirit and nourish your soul. It doesn't get any better than this!
Fran and Stan Wilson
Houston, Texas |
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Fran Wilson, Houston, texas
281-370-6712 |
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| 08/01/09 |
Positive
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we had a fabulous time at the house!!! the view was SPECTACULAR, and we spent at least half of our time on the porch. the house was VERY WELL equipped with the basics, and very clean and tidy. we enjoyed being in close proximity to black mountain, lake lure, chimney rock and asheville. the drive to each of them was half the fun, as each road was more beautiful than the last. convenient yet secluded, i would choose this house again. thank you for the wonderfully relaxing and rejuvenating stay!!!!!
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Nicole, Charleston, SC |
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| 07/28/09 |
Positive
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| We had a blast at Bele Chere! Of all the VRBO houses I have stayed in, I think I like yours the best. The architecture is beautiful and we all loved your furnishings. We hope to return soon. |
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Kathryn Baldwin, Oak Ridge, TN
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| 07/26/09 |
Positive
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We had a wonderful time in the Asheville area. The accomodations were very nice. Loved how the outdoors was brought inside through all the great windows! Almost like sleeping outdoors! Thank you so much
for allowing us the use of your home. We appreciate it.
Pattie and Don |
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Anonymous, Sumrall, MS |
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| 11/06/08 |
Positive
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| We truly enjoyed your cabin. It was very comfortable and very well equipped. The fall colors were just magnificent and the view was unbelievable. |
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Keith & Joy Willhamer, Canton, GA
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| 10/26/08 |
Positive
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Lynne,
We are back home now. Hated to leave. That area was so beautiful right now, and this week should be even more lovely, we only wish we could have stayed another week. Temps are going to be wonderful and the leaves we really pop out. We had a wonderful time at your mountain home. Thank you again for the hospitality. What a comfortable home away from home. I missed waking up to the leaves out the windows this morning. Our entire week was beautiful. To wake up Sat and have the sun coming through the clouds and fog was gorgeous. What a wonderful vacation.
I reccommend this oasis to everyone. Would like to see the rest of Gateway Mountain. Highly reccommend going to Lake Lure. Beautiful drive and quaint.
So many places to visit in such a close area. Asheville, Black Mountain, Grove Park Inn, etc. A Must if you are looking for a beautiful home in the mountains to call your own for a few days.
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Anonymous |
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| 10/19/08 |
Positive
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| We stayed here in mid-October 08. We could not stop taking photos from the deck of the vistas as the colors and mountain conditions changed so frequently. The cabin and amenities were superlative. |
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Anonymous |
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| 10/15/08 |
Positive
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| What you see is exactly what you get! Our stay was wonderful. The views from the cabin are breathtaking. We couldn't have been happy with our stay. I highly recommend this property. The only regret I have is not having stayed longer!!! |
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Anonymous |
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Homeowner Response:
Thank you for your kind remarks. Although I think you meant to say you couldn't have been happier!
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| 07/15/08 |
Positive
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| Our stay was exquisitely restful, peaceful and ultimately relaxing. It was what we needed to begin our vacation. We enjoyed the setting so much. We could hear animals stepping through the woods and even saw a deer. There were times when it was absolutely silent. What a gem of a place! |
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Anonymous |
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| 06/17/08 |
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We enjoyed our stay so much because of the combination of the beautiful area and stunning home. The windows really take advantage of the wonderful views and the open floorplan is so refreshing. This is a perfect romantic getaway if you are looking to have a balance of indoor and outdoor beauty. The master bed and bath are what you would hope for in a vacation rental but rarely get. We enjoyed grilling out and spending time on the deck, taking in the serenity of the mountain. It is also very private and set back from the road, so you feel like you have the mountain to yourself.
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Anonymous |
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| 01/28/08 |
Positive
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| Thank you so much for the use of your home on Mountain Laurel in Gateway Mountain. We had such a relaxing and enjoyable time. It's really a lovely location and a beautiful drive up the mountain. Your home was very comfortable and really nicely stocked. There was nothing that we needed, everything was there, including extra blankets, nice linens, a hair dryer and the kitchen had everything one would need...even coffee filters. Mostly we loved the views out of every window, we awoke to a stunning sunrise and loved seeing the clouds over the town below. At night the twinkling lights from the town are really sweet. We didn't want to leave! We'll be back!! |
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sara and greg
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| 12/11/07 |
Positive
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| What a lovely place to spend a couple of days. There is something for everyone. My son (4 yrs) enjoyed watching the fire in the fireplace and exploring the house. My girl friend loved the sunny house to relax and read while I thought the view from the deck is just gorgeous. This is clearly a great house to stay in for a weekend or several weeks. |
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Winfried |
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| 10/26/07 |
Positive
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| We loved our stay in this beautiful home: smartly designed with many interesting architectural features and upgrades, ultra clean, very private and quiet, comfortably furnished, nestled under shady trees and perched high on a mountain side, abundant windows and second floor deck with outdoor seating and bbq area. A vistor can spend lazy, timeless days of R & R "at-home", absorbing the long views of surrounding mountain ridges and valleys and watching the squrrels play in the tree-tops;...or explore the Gateway Mountain community with its private waterfalls, lakes, and abundant wildlife;..or take easy day-trips to enjoy Black Mountain, Lake Lure/Chimney Rock, Flat Rock State Theatre, Biltmore Estate, Blue Ridge Parkway, etc. as well as the Asheville area's great restaurants, cultural and arts options, unique pubs and night life. |
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Anonymous |
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| 10/19/07 |
Positive
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| What a great house and location to spend our vacation! The house was great to spend time relaxing and was in a great location for all the fun things to do in the area. We especially enjoyed the gem mining near Little Switzerland and the Biltmore. The house is a short 15 minutes off of I-40 and a beautiful drive. We'll be back someday. Thanks again for sharing the pleasure of your home! The Golden Girls |
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Anonymous
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| 10/10/07 |
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Gorgeous house, inside and out. Has all you need for a perfect vacation. Spend time just relaxing or head out for sightseeing. Don’t have to go far and you can be on Highway 80 heading to the Blueridge parkway. We enjoyed this road just about as much. Old Fort ..just down the road from the house has a few little restaurants or pick up food at the local food store and cook on the deck overlooking the beautiful mountain views. I really don’t want to brag too much ….with all these great reviews it will just make it harder to find a opening to get reservations for our next trip.
Thank you so much again Lynne and Tim !
We will be calling again soon for another stay .
Sam and Kim
Woodleaf N.C
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Sam and Kim Foster, Woodleaf N.C |
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| 08/31/07 |
Positive
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As an architect and author of books about good house design I can tell you that this is a truly wonderful place to stay. My husband and I spent a week in the house, visiting all the spectacular surrounding countryside by day, and delighting in the comfortable ambiance of the house by night.
From the deck there is a beautiful view in two directions--more or less to the north and to the east--and the views from within the house to the surrounding woodlands are everpresent through the many picture windows.
In short, this is one of the best rental properties you are likely to find. We feel very fortunate to have found it, and we'll be returning at some point in the future I'm sure. |
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Sarah Susanka, Raleigh, NC |
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| 08/14/07 |
Positive
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| Be patient and just follow Lynne's perfect instructions "up the mountain" and you finally arrive in your own piece of paradise. I felt like we were in this amazing tree house for grown ups. Sunset off the side deck is stunning. All the small details have been considered and you immediately feel at home. We stumbled onto the Sourwood Festival in Black Mountain and enjoyed the art, the people and the food but wanted to "go home" to read, nap and just sit. The area has many attractions but leave time to just enjoy this place--it will be the best part of the vacation. |
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Anonymous, Morgantown, WV |
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| 08/08/07 |
Positive
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| EXCELLENT. PROBABLY THE NICEST VACATION HOME AND SETTING WE'VE EVER RENTED.PRIVACY, PERFECT VIEWS AND COOL WEATHER. JUST WHAT THESE OVERHEATED FLORIDIANS WERE LOOKING FOR!CAN'T WAIT TO RETURN AND STAY LONGER. |
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JOANNE & JOHN |
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| 08/01/07 |
Positive
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| This place is rocking!!! its beautifully set in the mountains, trees all over and the view is stunning, the huge windows make you feel like you are in the forrest. the house is well stocked with everything you need and super comofortable. we came with our two little girls (3 & 5) and all they wanted to do was stay at home and play, its so cozy and well maintained. town is not too far away, we founds lots of trails (easy hikes) and things to do really close by and over all it was superb. our friends rented another house in the same mountain and they were jealous of us... our place was so much better maintained and stocked - we loved it. |
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keren, miami beach, FL
305-674-7559 |
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| 06/04/07 |
Positive
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| WE had a great time up on the mountain, what a sweet home to be able to enjoy the peace and serenity of the forest in. We would most definitely rent this home again. We stayed there for a week and it was perfect. Thanks again, Cindy and Dan |
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Cindy Bodenstein, Boynton Beach, FL |
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| 04/23/07 |
Positive
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What a wonderful stay! This is a truly beautiful and
relaxing home, well worth the drive . . . even in a
batch of fog! With fantastic views and stunning
architecture, you will gain a new appreciation for the
mountains of North Carolina. Thank you for allowing
us to share your home. |
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Eric, Atlanta, GA |
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| 12/26/06 |
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Our whole family loved our week's stay in this beautiful home! The views from the deck are breathtaking and we loved being able to see Grandfather Mountain from there. The home is well off the beaten path, but it is still only a short drive to Old Fort, Black Mountain and Asheville which are great places to explore.
We thank Lynne and Tim for allowing us to stay in their home and for all the little extra amenities that helped make our stay so pleasant. We look forward to staying there again!
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The Davis Gang
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| 11/27/06 |
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We spent three nights in this fabulous mountain home for our 25th wedding anniversary. When we arrived we were greeted by a card, flanked by two champagne glasses, congratulating us on our anniversary. The card informed us a bottle of champagne was chilling in the refrigerator. Need I say more about how wonderful our three days at the house were.
The views are breathtaking, the air was crisp and cold. The books on the coffee table and visitor guides suggested restaurants and places to visit, making our stay easier, though cross off prime rib at the Red Rocker Inn unless you have a salt deficiency.
We felt at home so fast, that after three days, we didn't want to leave. We felt it was ours!! Ha Ha.
It is warm and beautiful and so well appointed with so many details thought out for one's comfort.
We are looking forward to our next trip there and can sincerely recommend this house to anyone looking for a beautiful, special getaway in the mountains of North Carolina.
Morgan and Gary Spiecker
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Gary Spiecker, La Canada, CA
818-952-6139 |
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| 10/12/06 |
Positive
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We felt "at home" here almost instantly. The house is very comfortable. The baths and kitchen are extremely nice. The views are fantastic.
We will definitely stay here again!
Thanks, Mary and Richard |
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Mary R., Raleigh, NC |
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| 09/25/06 |
Positive
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We spent three peaceful September days in your beautiful mountain home. We loved every single thing about it---all the wonderful windows and the great views!
We went to Black Mountain one day and had a great time in the little shops and a super lunch at the Black Mountain Bistro. Mostly though, we were 200% content reading the books we brought and enjoying the gorgeous views.
Thank you for sharing such a lovely place, so quiet and far away from the rat race! It is even prettier than the pictures on the website.
We'll be back!
The Hendrixes, Tennessee |
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Anonymous |
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| 08/03/06 |
Positive
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| What a gem of a home you have here! We truly appreciate being pampered and spoiled with such well kept, beautifully designed, gorgeous home and setting. There is quite an array of natural wonders right here around your home. Thanks again! |
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Sue Hunt, Henderson NC |
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| 07/30/06 |
Positive
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| Peacefulness, movie backdrop views, light streaming in everywhere. Thanks to Lynne and Tim who are willing to share this slice of paradise with a family from Wisconsin. I will have fond memories. Maybe someday we can return. |
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Mary Carlson, Waunakkee, WI |
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| 07/30/06 |
Positive
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| Lovely views! Wonderfully quiet. Thank you Lynne and Tim for letting us use your beautifull home for a great vacation week. |
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Chris Capotos, Lake Grove, NY |
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| 04/13/06 |
Positive
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Jana and Bob,
Your home is absolutely beautiful. My family and I enjoyed our stay and all of the little amentities included. Weather was beautiful for us the entire time. We especialy enjoyed the views of the valley/city with the twinkling lights at night.
Thanks,
Jennifer |
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Jennifer Marchant, Columbia, South Carolina |
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| 03/20/06 |
Positive
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| We really enjoyed our stay at the cabin. It is so nicely furnished and well-equipped, much better than other cabins we've rented. The pictures do not convey the size or feel of this home. It is like a work of art and was very comfortable for 4 adults to visit, cook, and spend some alone time (although the sound does carry into the master bedroom). The setting is beautiful with the lights of the valley looking like a mirror of the starry sky. The location was great for visiting western North Carolina. Thank you for sharing your beautiful house. |
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Tom & Bonnie, Indianapolis IN
317-265-3676 |
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| 11/20/05 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Jana,
We really enjoyed your cabin. It was very nice. My husband saw three deer, that was the highlight of his trip. We loved the ceilings and your granite countertops. There was some beautiful detail. It has a very homey feeling. The only thing I might suggest is maybe some blinds or curtains in the downstairs bedroom. Even though this place is very private, you get the feeling that someone could look in on you at anytime. Thank you for sharing your cabin with us. David and Khiannon
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David and Khiannon Shropshire
Concord, NC
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| 11/15/05 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Dear Jana and Bob,
Thank you so much for opening your beautiful home to us. The environment of your cabin and its surroundings (mountains, trees, wildlife) set the perfect mood for our special weekend. It is so private up here we felt like the only two people in the world. Absolutely perfect for our honeymoon. It is just wat we needed.
Sincerly,
The newlyweds, Mickey and Amanda
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Mickey and Amanda Lewis
Marion, NC
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| 11/13/05 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
We had a great time staying in your cabin and enjoying Black Mt. and Asheville. The weather was perfect, lucky for us a late fall this year. This area is just beautiful and we really love the cabin. You have a wonderful get away. Thank you for everything. We'd love to come back again sometime. Sincerely,
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The Schrenkers and O'Keefes
Valrico, FL
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| 10/30/05 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Dear Jana and Bob,
We were blessed with glorious weather both days we were here, bright sunny days and crisp nights when the radiant heat from the wood stove felt cozy and warm.
We traveled to Asheville for the Film Festival. There was a lot of activity downtown on the square. We went to the Grove Park Inn, a must see! As it was Halloween season, there were a lot of goblins running around the hotel.
We enjoyed the ammenities of the cabin. You have done a great job of all the little details.
Bob Childs
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Bob Childs
Seneca, SC
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| 10/24/05 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
We had the best time here in your beaufiful, lovely and comfortable home. The weather was terrific and so was all the places we visited. It was very sunny so we were up early each morning to enjoy the beautiful outdoors.
The modern style of the hosue made us feel at home. Thank you so much for letting us stay at your wonderful home.
Sincerely, Frank, Marion, Jamie, Charlotte, Sara and Addie
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Frank and Marion
Cary, NC
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| 10/22/05 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Wow! What a great house. We loved all the windows and of course the beautiful view. It felt like home with all of the personal touches. The area itself is great. We spent two afternoons at the Biltmore (it looked just like our home haha). Thanks again for everything. Barbara and Warren
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Barbara and Warren
Little Rock, AR
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| 10/20/05 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Dear Jana and Bob,
What a delightful pleasure to spend some time at your wonderful house. Jeff and I appreciated and admired how beautifully and comfortably appointed it is. We thought the architecture was so terrific, it certainly shows that Bob is an architect. We loved all the art, really fascinating collection. The kitchen was sheer job as were the meals on the deck. And what incredible katydids. I had missed them living up north, it brought back memories of my South Carolina girlhood.
Thank you so much Jana, for your warm and friendly hospitality and thank you Bob for creating such a beautiful house and thank you both for letting us experience this special place.
Best, Paulette and Jeff Alden
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Paulette and Jeff Alden
Minneapoles
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| 10/16/05 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Dear Bob and Jana,
We just wanted to take a moment to thank you for opening Laurel Ridge up to welcome our family. The kids were out of shcool so we decided to make a long weekend out of it. We knew the weather had been warm and therefore weren't expecting to catch the peak of fall colors. However we still enjoyed our visit to the NC moumtains.
Your lovely home was the best part of the trip! We've been to the mountains the past few years but actually being able to stay in such a beautiful home verses a hotel room, well there really just aren't enough words. Our whole family enjoyed it from the beautiful decor to the Chinese checkers.
Our trip consisted of a drive up, a short tour on the Blue Ridge Parkway, including a visit to Mt. Mitchell, and then our arrival at Laurel Ridge. It worked out so well that we were able to eat breakfast and dinners there without the hectic pace of going to find somewhere to eat. We visited the waterfall at Gateway Mt and also the Black Mt shops and an orchard to buy apples. All in all, we had a wonderful relaxing weekend. Thanks you so much for everything. We look forward to visiting Laurel Ridge again.
Sincerely, Bob, Eirene, Patrick and Rebecca Ferguson
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The Ferguson's
Arken, SC
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| 10/14/05 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Bob and Jana,
Wow!! What a week. Thank you so much for sharing your mountain cabin with my family. We enjoyed all the special touches that you left behind for us (the chocolates were so yummy).
We found Gateway Mountain/Old Fort to be centrally located for our many points of adventure. Our vacaion started with a visit to Black Mountain and ended with a trip to Chimney Rock. We will have to come back to this beautiful area for the weather did not cooperate when we made our trip to Grandfather Mt (the clouds rolled in just as we arrived). The recommendation to locate the waterfalls was a big hit with our 3 1/2 year old daughter. She loved it!
Many Thanks, Don, Becky, Madison, Roxy and Max
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The Lester's
Southern Shores, NC
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| 09/08/05 |
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| Both my husband and I fell in love with this house. We loved the size and style of the house, and the architecture is really great. The furnishings and interior manage to be both elegant and comfortable. There is marvelous art on the walls, and many windows which open the house to the natural surroundings. It's a great place to get away from it all, and to relax and enjoy peace and quiet. We recommend it highly. Paulette Alden |
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Paulette Alden , Minneapolis, MN
612-920-1896 |
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| 08/23/05 |
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What a great place to celebrate our 10th
anniversary! We had the most relaxing time at
Laurel Ridge. There was nothing that you did not
think of- your attention to detail was amazing and
truly made us feel welcome and at home. The
champagne was a lovely touch!
This cabin is perfect for those who want privacy and
the feeling of being all alone on the mountain. We
could hear the occasional car traveling near us, but
the view surrounding us was of trees and mountain
and beautiful skies. This cabin is also centrally
located to all of the great places to visit while in the
area.
Just a side note- the first drive to the house is a
little scary. You don't think you are going to make
it up the gravel roads, but you will! Jeff and I did it
everyday in a non-4WD vehicle! Just added a little
excitement to our trip : ) Very important, as you
indicated, try to make the first trip during the day
so that you can see better!
We would recommend eating at the Red Rocker Inn,
in Black Mountain- rated as expensive, but the
meals can be taken home in doggy bags and
heated- just as good the 2nd time around! Well
worth it. Also, a little spot called the Trainwatcher
Cafe in Old Fort is cute- service is slow, but the
area is lovely and the people are nice to spend time
with. Try the Brandy Special- fabulous!!
Thanks again Jana- your emails have really made us
feel appreciated. Good luck with everything.
Fondly, Jeff and Erinn Doyle |
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Jeff and Erinn Doyle, Richmond, VA
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| 08/14/05 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Thank you so much for everything! We had a wonderful time. The trip was extremely relaxing. We went into Asheville and enjoyed all of the unique shops. We attended the Sourwood Festival in Black Mountain and had some yum yum ribs and BBQ. What a treat for us. The house is beautiful. Thanks again for your hospitality. Many thanks, The Kelly's
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The Kelly's
Charlotte, NC
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| 08/14/05 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Jana, thank you so much for everything! We had a wonderful time. The trip was extremely relaxing. We went into Asheville and enjoyed all of the unique shops. Next day we went to Black Mountain and attended the Sourwood Festival. We had some yum yum ribs and BBQ. What a treat that was for us. The house was beautiful. Thanks again for your hospitality.
Many Thanks,
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The Kelly's
Charlotte, NC
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| 07/22/05 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Jana, thank you so much for the beautiful accomodations. We enjoyed our stay at Laurel Ridge. We were thrilled to see an adorable bear cub on our first trip up the mountain. It made the somewhat intimidationg dive up a little more enjoyable.
We were fortunate enough to see the most beautiful sunset through the western clearing while we were grilling on the deck. Minutes later an incredible full moon was shining on us from the east. Its amazing how much more beautiful nature is at a higher elevation. Thanks you again for sharing your home with us. The cabin is really very well designed both inside and out.
Many Thanks,
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The Miller Family
Brooksville, FL
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| 07/15/05 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Jana we had a great time this week and absolutely loved your mountain retreat. I thank you for all of the special touches including fresh fruit and flowers at our arrival. We had two nine year old boys with us and the split house plan was perfect for us. Our week was full of fun and adventure. We usually visit NC in the winter and play in the snow so it was great to be here in the summer. The kids had a great time and so did we. Thank you so much for great memories.
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Sue and John
Oviedo, FL
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| 06/26/05 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
We arrived in the early evening greeted by a light steady rain. After our long drive it was wonderful to finally be at beautiful Laurel Ridge.
Our last full day here. We made a quick trip to Asheville and then spent the rest of the day enjoying Laurel Ridge. We made another trip to the waterfall... beautiful. Don't miss it. Tomorrow we'll have to leave but we will take with us momories of our trip to NC and our wonderful stay at Laurel Ridge.
Jana and Bob, thank you! It was so much more than we had expected, every possible detail taken care of. We hope you'll enjoy the little red cardinal we left in the kitchen window.... a reminder of our stay and our appreciation for everything.
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Bill and Deborah
Orange Park, FL
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| 06/25/05 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Reflections of the past week at the mountain retreat.
Peaceful... the sounds of the birds was just the right sound to hear and restore the soul. The cool night air and open windows brought back childhood memories of the summertime. Exploring the town of Black Mountain including open air concerts on the town green, a concert in the arts center, the Seven Sister's gallery, dinner at the Cellar Door. All of these places exemplified the hospitality of this area.
Asheville is a short drive away and had its share of adventures also. We rode our touring bikes for 10 miles on the Blue Ridge Parkway, climbing a mountain and riding as free as we wished down the other side. All the while stopping when we wanted to enjoy where we were. That is what we aspired to do this week... to enjoy where we were.
I believe we accomplished what we set out to do. Thanks you for sharing your space.
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Melanie and Stephen
Keystone Heights, FL
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| 06/08/05 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Jana, we had a wonderful time here. It is so beautiful! The house is so homey. I'd love to have one just like it. You have added all the right touches to make it feel like a home away from home. We will certainly know where to come back next time.
We took a trip down to the falls yesterday and did a little hiking. Nature is amazing.
Thanks again for letting us come finally. Its been so relaxing.
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The Sullivans
Lexington, KY
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| 06/01/05 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
We have enjoyed our stay at your beautiful home. It is deocorated so lovely, with alot of wonderful extras. It is quite a drive to the cabin but will worth ti! We would love to stay here again. Thank you for your hospitality.
Sincerely,
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The Bombars
Palm Harbor, FL
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| 05/28/05 |
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Guest Comment Entered By Homeowner:
Jand and Bob. Well what can we say? I think we're both speechless. Andrew and I felt so at home here this weekend and we are sad to have to go. I think we'll even miss the yellow jacket that would dart around us as we sat on the deck trying to read and drinking our coffee. Other than that, what a wonderful, romantic and beautiful place to celebrate my 29th birthday.
Thank you for all the details that make this house a home to its guests. We will be back for sure.
Sincerely,
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Jaime and Andrew
Columbia, SC
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| 05/23/05 |
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Jana - Thank you so much for allowing us to spend the weekend at Mt. Laurel! It was the perfect anniversary weekend "get-away" We both loved your cabin and I have to tell you, we have rented many properties in the NC mountains, from Boone to Maggie Valley, and yours is by far the nicest and most well equipped.
When we arrived on Friday night we had dinner at My Father's Pizza - a must for each time we visit Black Mountain. Saturday evening we celebrated our anniversary with dinner at the Red Rocker Inn in Black Mountain - the food and service were both wonderful and the price was in the moderate range. It was very enjoyable and I would definitely recommend it for special occasions.
Thanks you again for sharing your cabin with us and we look forward to visiting again soon.
Dick and Debbie Graczkowski
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Dick & Debbie Graczkowski, Wake Forest, NC |
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| 04/30/05 |
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Dear Jana and Bob, What a treat it has been to stay here at Laurel Ridge! This week of a changeful Spring season has been a delight. A full moon on 4/23 seen through the lace of tree branches; snow on Sunday 4/24; cloudless days and intermittent spring showers and the last.. a show of lightning, thunder and brief hail, now concluded with a residual chorus of frogs and crickets churping! Lovely for us city folk to experience.
Your lovely cabin here is so graciously appointed and stocked! Thank you for the videos, the spa baskets in the bathrooms, the books and chinese checkers, the biscotti!! and scented candles! Truly a wonderful and welcome retreat.
As we sadly cast our eyes at our waiting suitcases, and think of the workweek ahead, we want you both to know that Laural Ridge and your hospitality have been greatly appreciated!
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Mike and Paula
San Diego, CA
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| 04/06/05 |
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| We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at your mountain cabin! It is very nicely furnished and the decor is beautiful. It's such a quiet and peaceful setting and the views are spectacular, particularly the twinkling of the lights below at night. The Gateway Mountain area is beautiful as well. The waterfall and picnic areas were great. We wish we had more time to spend on some of the hiking trails in the neighborhood. We visited the Biltmore Estate which was so interesting that we went back for a 2nd day. We also enjoyed shopping in the quaint shops of Black Mountain. My son's favorite part was the 4 deer we saw out the cabin window early one morning. Thanks again for all of your hospitality and all of the extras you provided to make our stay so comfortable. |
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Jeff, Lynn & Ian, Melbourne Beach, Florida |
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| 04/02/05 |
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We enjoyed our week at your cabin. It is absolutely beautiful and worth the drive up! Great views and so peaceful. Would love to visit again and experience all of the seasons. I think the highlight of the trip for our son was seeing four deer outside the cabin! The lake area and waterfall areas are beautiful. Thanks for all of the extras and hospitality!
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Jeff, Lynn
Melbourne Beach, FL
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| 01/15/05 |
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This cabin is simply marvelous! My husband and I, along with a couple of our closest friends celebrated New Year's at the cabin. We collectively agree that it was the best New Year's weekend we had ever experienced! (And we are from Miami, FL)
The cabin is very isolated with a gorgeous view of the mountains, perfect for a peaceful getaway. At night we enjoyed the show as the stars came alive. During the day we enjoyed the adventurous drive to a gorgeous waterfall and lake located right in Gateway Mountain.
The cabin itself felt like a home away from home. From the fully equipped kitchen, stunning bathrooms and beautiful décor it was a perfect compliment to the architecture of this house.
All I can say is Beautiful; this is truly a magnificent place, with breathtaking views.
This cabin is genuinely special; we will definitely be renting there again!
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Anonymous, Miami, FL
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| 01/06/05 |
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We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves over the holidays and your mountain cabin is absolutely beautiful! I will definitely leave comments in the next few days but want to thank you for being such gracious hosts. It's obvious that you put a lot of thought into making the cabin a comfortable home away from home, as we found everything we could want or need. While we spent a lot of time seeing the area, we could have just as easily have been happy had we never left the cabin.
Thank you as well for the shopping and eating recommendaions. We found a few really neat places and would love to visit again in the future; perhaps even summer or fall when more areas are open. This was one of the best family vacaions we've had and I appreaciate everything and look forward to our next stay in Laurel Ridge.
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Donna and Russ
Orange Park, FL
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| 12/27/04 |
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We enjoyed Christmas in your wonderful cabin. There were so many little extras that made the cabin so warm and cozy. We especially enjoyed the twinkling lights at night. What a view! We have spent Christmas in the mountains, now we must go to the flatlands where we hear there is snow.. most unusual. Thanks for everything.
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Pat and Elizabeth
Lillington, NC
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| 10/22/04 |
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How exciting to be the first to stay in this lovely mountain cabin! It feels like entering a warm home. Thank you for all of the special touches to pamper us during our stay. We visited Biltmore and Black Mountain. We ate at the French Quarter Cafe and the food was very good. Your kitchen was wonderful to cook in and we enjoyed our meal cooked here, too along with a bottle of Biltmore wine. Thank you! Hint: It gets foggy very quickly here. It is best to be at the cabin by dark if fog is approaching. We wish we lived closer so we could visit this wonderful cabin often. We loved it! Romans 12:13 "You practeced hospitality and we were blessed."
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Chuck and Betty
Southlake, TX
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