STAY IN DOWNTOWN! Park the car and enjoy BREVARD on foot !

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Entire home

Downtown Retreat. Coffee shop close by , Farmers Market and music Sat mornings

Open dining area with lots of windows and light

small den/breakfast area joining kitchen and open to screened porch

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

Exceptional

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4167 sq m

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Fireplace
Barbecue grill
Air conditioning

Explore the area

Brevard, NC

Crystal Mountain Gem Mine
‪7 min walk‬
Brevard College
‪10 min walk‬
Brevard Music Center
‪5 min drive‬
Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Extra bedroom $50 per night with owner permission .

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

Welcome to "DOWNTOWN RETREAT"
Enjoy all that Brevard and surrounding areas have to offer from our wonderful location. No need to drive to the restaurants, shops, library, churches or Franklin Park as they're all within walking distance .

"Downtown Retreat" is a lovely 1950's ranch that has been totally remodeled. Enjoy the open floor plan with comfortable furnishings throughout. The large deck in back has a gas grill and furniture for enjoying outdoor dining . The screened in porch overlooks a large private back yard where you can enjoy the white squirrels and birds or just relax with your feet up.
Pets are not accepted and house is non smoking .

"Downtown Retreat" has 2 large bedrooms, each with private baths. The master bedroom has a queen bed, a large private closet, a flat screen tv and a double shower with sliding doors. A second bedroom that has 2 twin beds and a bath with both tub and shower combination. (A third bedroom with queen bed is available at an additional cost with owner approval.

The kitchen is fully furnished with stainless appliances and lots of cooking equipment for the chef. It joins a small breakfast area. One can sit and watch the morning news or just push back in a recliner and enjoy the breeze coming from the open french doors that join the screened in porch.

Enjoy all that Brevard and surrounding areas have to offer from our wonderful location. No need to drive to the restaurants, shops, library, churches or Silvermont and Franklin Park as they're all within walking distance .

Saturday's Tailgate Market where you can purchase local produce, a variety of baked goods and regional crafts along with meat and eggs is only a few steps away. There are also some wonderful coffee shops and bakeries close by. Enjoy Brevard's small town charm and meet some of its friendly people . Stay while and enjoy a variety of music each Saturday morning starting at 8am.

Brevard Music Center with it's wonderful summer programs is only 2 miles away and Brevard College is within walking distance.

This area is known as the Land of the Waterfalls with great hiking trails in Dupont State Forest, Gorges State Park and Pisgah National Forest. There are many outdoor activities close by for children and adults. The Cradle of Forestry and the Fish Hatchery are among the many favorites for kids. Trout fishing in the local streams and mountain biking also are available.

Property manager

Jan Lee

Premier Host

Languages

English

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Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 24

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

House not appropriate for toddlers

Events

No events allowed

No parties allowed. Speak with owner.

Pets

No pets allowed

No pets

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

No smoking allowed

Speak with owner about longer reservations and extra fees that may apply or discounts .Refund policy is different on longer rentals.

Long term rentals have different refund policies . Speak with owner.

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

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Note from host: No parties allowed. Speak with owner.

Long-term renters welcome

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Brevard

Located in Brevard, this holiday home is in the city centre. Pisgah National Forest and Nantahala National Forest reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Crystal Mountain Gem Mine and Pisgah Astronomical Research Institute. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Brevard, NC

What's nearby

Crystal Mountain Gem Mine - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Brevard College - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
Transylvania Heritage Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Brevard Music Center - 5 min drive - 3.0 km
Connestee Falls Park - 9 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬3 min drive
‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
‪Cardinal Drive-In - ‬8 min walk
‪Save-More Foods - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is STAY IN DOWNTOWN! Park the car and enjoy BREVARD on foot ! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at STAY IN DOWNTOWN! Park the car and enjoy BREVARD on foot !?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at STAY IN DOWNTOWN! Park the car and enjoy BREVARD on foot !?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is STAY IN DOWNTOWN! Park the car and enjoy BREVARD on foot ! located?

Located in the heart of Brevard, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Crystal Mountain Gem Mine and Brevard College. Transylvania Heritage Museum and French Broad River are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

pam y.

24 April 2025

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

Brevard Easter

Perfect Easter Weekend in Brevard.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

5 April 2025

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

Highly recommended

Excellent host!!

Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy S.

5 January 2025

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

Excellent stay

Great location, very clean, well supplied with all you need. Excellent host. Would definitely stay again.

Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

David G.

19 May 2024

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

Great stay

This was a nice property near downtown. Walked to dinner and shops - it was a good stay.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

pam y.

28 October 2024

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

Brevard Halloweenfest

Perfect accommodations for Brevard Halloweenfest! Parked the car and walked everywhere.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan L.

1 September 2024

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

Cool All Around

Terrific house and host. Wonderful town and environment perfect.

Stayed 28 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth M.

2 April 2021

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

Location Location Location

Great place to stay

Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

vicky h.

9 September 2024

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

GREAT LOCATION!

Second time we have stayed at this location. Love it. So nice just to walk downtown. House is clean, roomy and Jan is a great communicator. Grew up in Brevard and it's always fun to reconnect with old friends.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marla

30 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication

This house was comfortable and very convenient to downtown Brevard. Just a couple block walk and you are there. Also welcome center close and staff in there very knowledgeable on hiking the areas wonderful waterfalls. We hope to return again sometime. Thank you .

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bob B.

9 December 2021

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

This is a great property!

We had another great stay at this property! The home was very clean and welcoming when we arrived and was just as we remembered it from our two previous visits.

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Abby H.

31 July 2023

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

Comfortable rancher in great location

Nice house in lovely neighborhood walking distance to retail shops ,restaurants, coffee shops. Property is well maintained .

Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marla L.

9 October 2019

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

Great house

Staying here was like staying at a friends house. Everything was spotless, the house is very nicely furnished and comfortable, the property owner is so helpful, location is great. Will definitely stay here again the next time I’m in the area.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tracy C.

11 October 2022

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

Great place!

The house was clean and had the best-stocked kitchen I've seen at a VRBO! Jan was wonderful and made sure we had everything we needed. So close to town too. We will definitely book here again!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ryan J.

27 June 2023

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

Downtown Brevard

My family just had a wonderful stay in this house. The house had everything we needed and the location is excellent. We had some rainy days which made me really appreciate having a comfortable, cozy house that was close to everything when the rain stopped. I would definitely stay here again.

Stayed 15 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

16 June 2024

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

Great House Close to Downtown

We just stayed in Brevard for a long Father’s Day weekend. The house was exactly what we wanted. Everything was clean and well taken care of. The back yard was full of fireflies in the evening and they put on a show. Even saw a white squirrel. Very walkable to downtown with all the shops and restaurants. Jan was super with the ease of check in and out. Will definitely stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad L.

10 January 2022

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

Wonderful house with excellent location!

What a gem only a short walk to downtown and a short drive to great hiking. Communication was excellent throughout and if anything the pictures do not do the house justice. Only wish that we had been able to stay longer! Will definitely visit again.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H.

30 October 2016

Clean, perfect location, user friendly.

Quiet street within easy walk of downtown. Huge yard with screened porch is perfect for watching the famed white squirrels. Plenty of room inside, set up and ready for your stay. Would definitely stay again.

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2016

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Barry B., Dallas, Texas

31 August 2017

Great location and newly remodeled

Spacious living areas and an easy 2 block walk to downtown. Quiet neighborhood and the home is well equipped, including a large gas grill on the back porch / deck. The back also has a screened in porch that was great for morning coffee.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Bob B.

2 December 2019

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

Great house in a great location!

This is a very clean, well-maintained home in a great location. The layout of the house works really well for a family and the kitchen/dining area is perfect for a small group. We have now stayed in this home twice and would love to stay there again. The owner is very kind and our experience has been positive in all aspects.

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn Z.

29 May 2023

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

Great Location for Visiting Downtown!

I stayed at Jan's house since it was walkable to downtown Brevard. That was important to me as I was a vendor at the White Squirrel Festival. The house was also across from a wooded area where I spotted my first and only white squirrel! The house is very spacious which we enjoyed. No problems with anything at all. We recommend staying here!

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bob B.

9 December 2018

Nice house in a great location

We really enjoyed our stay at Jan’s home in Brevard. The house was clean and offered a great living space for our family and friends. The location offers a 3 block walk into the charming town filled with cute shops, coffee and a fantastic toy store. Highly recommend!

Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

23 July 2016

Great location! Wonderful clean and updated home.

Wonderful home and great location! Our toddler loved OP Taylor's toy store, Franklin Park play ground, Looking Glass Falls, Moore Cove Falls, gem mining and watching for the resident bunnies! Well appointed home with all the space and nice amenities needed.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2016

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

7 June 2022

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

SpeM spot with plenty of birds to watch an

Working with Jan was a pleasure. The house is spacious and well maintained.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Frank B., Ocala Fl.

28 September 2023

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

The state was absolutely excellent

Like I said, the state was absolutely excellent. I know I put it in the wrong place but such as life tell Jan thank you very much.

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Penny F.

9 June 2024

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

Wonderful home-Perfect location!

The house was exactly as advertised and was perfect for a 8 day stay in beautiful Brevard. The house was extremely clean and well stocked. We enjoyed the screened patio each morning and evening watching the squirrels, birds and rabbits. The location was ideal to walking to dinner (one block off Main). The neighborhood was clean and quiet. We have stayed in several VRBOs in Brevard over the years and this is our favorite. Jan was a wonderful host and very attentive. It was like talking with an old friend. We’re looking forward to coming back!

Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jan Lee

My husband and I both grew up in the Brevard area. After living in other places we found ourselves returning on weekends to our mountain cabin in Lake Toxaway. We finally decided that we'd prefer to be closer the the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains and relocated to the Brevard area. We both love all the hiking opportunities in Panther Town, Gorges, Bad Creek and many other trails in the Pisgah National Forest. Fly fishing is my husband's favorite activity . He and our grandson can often be found trying their luck in one of our local streams .
I've been a potter for years and am a member of The Southern Highland Craft Guild. .

Why they chose this property

We were lucky to be able to purchase this house with thoughts of using it as our winter residence. Living several miles out in the county we often experience winter weather that can prohibit travel into Brevard. This is the ideal location for us. My husband can walk to his office and I enjoy being closer to friends and activities that are in town.

What makes this property unique

Our house is so peaceful with it's huge backyard and lovely interior. We spent a year on the renovations and tried to kept the look true to the original character of the original house . When we cleaned out the attic for renovations we discovered a lot of papers and letters with interesting facts about the family who built the cottage

Our house is all on the same level. It is open and airy with lots of light from the many windows and skylights. The kitchen is open to the living ,dining area and is great for staying involved with guests while preparing a meal. Open the screened porch with it's double doors and pull down the sun screen for shade and privacy. This lets in fresh air and bird songs in early morning.

After breakfast take a morning walk around the neighborhood to Silvermont ,the nearby Visitors Center or our wonderful library. You can checkout the nearby community garden if you like and talk to some of our locals about the vegetables they are growing and visit our tailgate market on Saturday mornings. There's always so much to do in Brevard!