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'Pine Shadows Chalet': mountain cabin in the woods with views

 
 
 
Hendersonville cabin rental - Wrap-around deck in the woods
Wrap-around deck in the woods
 
Hendersonville cabin rental - Wrap-around deck in the woods

Wrap-around deck in the woods

Sunset from the deck

Sunset from the deck

Westerly windows from great room to deck

Westerly windows from great room to deck

Broyhill sofas and tables in the living room at about 4 in the afternooon.

Broyhill sofas and tables in the living room at about 4 in the afternooon.

Great room shot from the top of the spiral staircase.

Great room shot from the top of the spiral staircase.

The twin bedroom/ library downstairs shot toward the windows.

The twin bedroom/ library downstairs shot toward the windows.

2 single beds

2 single beds

bedroom - queen bed (photo to follow)

bedroom - queen bed (photo to follow)

Downstairs full bath with tub and shower.

Downstairs full bath with tub and shower.

King master loft

King master loft

Upstairs full bath with tub and shower.

Upstairs full bath with tub and shower.

Spiral Staircase to King loft

Spiral Staircase to King loft

5 minutes to White Oak Falls

5 minutes to White Oak Falls

Galley kitchen with granite countertops,hardwood floors and all appliances.

Galley kitchen with granite countertops,hardwood floors and all appliances.

Chalet apex from the westerly deck

Chalet apex from the westerly deck

Front entrance

Front entrance

Dining and extra seating on the Westerly deck with gorge and mountain views.

Dining and extra seating on the Westerly deck with gorge and mountain views.

October colors on the property.

October colors on the property.

Winter view from the side deck.

Winter view from the side deck.

Down the path to the front entrance.

Down the path to the front entrance.

Spring colors on the property.

Spring colors on the property.

Pine Shadows Chalet at night from the driveway.

Pine Shadows Chalet at night from the driveway.

Per night (USD) $110
Per week $735
Per month $2,800
  • Bedrooms3
  • Sleeps7
  • 2 Bathrooms
Minimum Stay 2 nights

Photos and Description of the Hendersonville vacation cabin rental
3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 6 - 7

'Pine Shadows' is a wooded mountain chalet A-frame with 3 BR/ 2 BA, wrap-around decks, a 25' ceiling, open floor plan, and cozy wood fireplace.

Tucked in the western North Carolina foothills of the Blue Ridge and Great Smoky Mountains, the cabin is nestled on three private acres in the woods with westerly long-range views in winter and spring and lovely gorge and woodland views in summer and fall. Columbus, NC is known for its good weather year round, making the house easily accessible at nearly any time of the year.

The chalet is four miles from Tryon, NC and 10 miles from Lake Lure, 22 miles from Hendersonville, and 43 miles from Asheville. 'Pine Shadows' is a rustic cabin with all modern conveniences. It is a short drive to the higher elevations and attractions of Asheville and Hendersonville.

Seasonal Highlights:: Summer:

Mountain back roads; antiquing; farmers' markets; Lake Lure boat rides; fishing; golf; swimming; equestrian events; festivals; fresh air and hiking the mountains; 4th of July celebration in downtown Columbus; concerts & plays in Tryon, Hendersonville or Asheville;

Fall:

North Carolina Apple Festival in Hendersonville; leaf-looking; equestrian events; concerts & plays; hiking; fishing; Asheville Regional Craft Fair.

Winter:

Christmas at the Biltmore; Blue Ridge Parkway; reading by the fireplace; roaming and exploring; dining; hiking; antiquing; arts & entertainment.

Spring:

Blooming trees and flowers; mountain festivals; Blue Ridge Parkway; shops in quaint Tryon and Saluda; Steeplechase in Tryon; antiquing in Landrum; Farmers Markets.

Response to guest reviews:: We welcome all guest reviews and evaluations and have been delighted with many high-ranking reviews. We often take action on recommendations and suggestions made to us by our guests. In response to one review, we now have a newer and faster computer in the king loft. In response to several evaluations, the living room TV has now been relocated to a more viewer-friendly wall and a larger flat screen TV is installed in the master loft. Ladderback dining chairs have been replaced with more comfortable seating.

At Pine Shadows Chalet you'll enjoy WIFI, a new fridge with ice in the door, and granite countertops in the kitchen. Shaw floors, some hardwood, some carpeted are installed throughout the chalet.

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About Karen Armel

Our family rented a variety of homes in the mountains of western NC over the years. We loved staying in vacation rentals, so when we found Pine Shadows Chalet and fell in love with it in 2003, we took the plunge into second home ownership. After a year we decided to share our wonderful vacation home with other families. It has worked out fabulously, and the people who have stayed have been top-notch!

For twenty years, I was professor of fine arts and humanities at Florida State College in Jacksonville, FL. My spouse is a retired journalist of The Associated Press and has recently published his first novel. So the chalet has a full library of books and music and is decorated with an artist's touch. Come enjoy our wonderful place.

Karen Armel purchased this cabin in 2003
Why Karen Armel chose Hendersonville

We keep our beautiful home well-maintained, updated, and guest-friendly. Your great experience visiting Pine Shadows Chalet is our top concern. Our guests -- some of whom return year after year -- say it best in their reviews. Please view them.

What makes this cabin unique

We instantly loved Pine Shadows Chalet because of its surrounding pastoral beauty. We liked that the home was at the top of a private road and off the beaten track yet in close proximity to the attractions and shopping in Hendersonville and Asheville. The house was custom-built in 1981 with a 25' apex in the living room at the top of the 5000-brick fireplace. We loved the many angles of the walls and roof lines, the interior brick walls, the natural oak doors, and the many upgrades too numerous to list. We were instantly drawn to the gorgeous westerly view from the living room-dining room, all the natural light, and the 'good karma' of the chalet. The owner/builders lived at Pine Shadows Chalet from 1981 - 2003. We are the home's lucky second owners.

Hendersonville cabin rental - Wrap-around deck in the woods

Wrap-around deck in the woods

Sunset from the deck

Sunset from the deck

Westerly windows from great room to deck

Westerly windows from great room to deck

Broyhill sofas and tables in the living room at about 4 in the afternooon.

Broyhill sofas and tables in the living room at about 4 in the afternooon.

Great room shot from the top of the spiral staircase.

Great room shot from the top of the spiral staircase.

The twin bedroom/ library downstairs shot toward the windows.

The twin bedroom/ library downstairs shot toward the windows.

2 single beds

2 single beds

bedroom - queen bed (photo to follow)

bedroom - queen bed (photo to follow)

Downstairs full bath with tub and shower.

Downstairs full bath with tub and shower.

King master loft

King master loft

Upstairs full bath with tub and shower.

Upstairs full bath with tub and shower.

Spiral Staircase to King loft

Spiral Staircase to King loft

5 minutes to White Oak Falls

5 minutes to White Oak Falls

Galley kitchen with granite countertops,hardwood floors and all appliances.

Galley kitchen with granite countertops,hardwood floors and all appliances.

Chalet apex from the westerly deck

Chalet apex from the westerly deck

Front entrance

Front entrance

Dining and extra seating on the Westerly deck with gorge and mountain views.

Dining and extra seating on the Westerly deck with gorge and mountain views.

October colors on the property.

October colors on the property.

Winter view from the side deck.

Winter view from the side deck.

Down the path to the front entrance.

Down the path to the front entrance.

Spring colors on the property.

Spring colors on the property.

Pine Shadows Chalet at night from the driveway.

Pine Shadows Chalet at night from the driveway.

Nearest Airport : Asheville or Greenville/Spartanburg at 55 Miles
Nearest Motorway : I-26 at 2.2 Miles
Nearest Golf : Several options at 20 Miles
Nearest Restaurant : Larkin's Carolina Grill at 2 Miles
Car: necessary

'Pine Shadows' chalet is located off the beaten track with easy access to all the wonders of western North Carolina in COLUMBUS, NC. The cabin in nestled in the woods at the top of a private paved road in the township of Columbus (Pop. 992), just off Interstate 26 (I-26). The house is three minutes from downtown Columbus, five miles from the equestrian and arts community of Tryon, ten miles from water sporting on Lake Lure, 22 miles east of Festivals and apple orchards of Hendersonville, 43 miles southeast of high altitude and the cosmopolitan life in Asheville, and 30 miles north of Spartanburg, SC. Western North Carolina is famous for its gorgeous mountains, visitor-friendly country folk and quaint towns filled with wonderful crafts and unusual antiques.

Columbus is located in one of North Carolina's isothermal belts, where the weather is most often quite moderate and winters are extremely mild.

Come for the privacy, peace and quiet, mountain exploring, horse shows, festivals, antiquing, thrift-storing, historical sites, mountain hiking, and restaurant hopping.

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Rental Rates for this vacation cabin rental in Hendersonville, North Carolina

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$735
$2,800
2 nights
 

Additional information about rental rates

Housekeeping, end of stay $85 + Tax
Pet Fee $50 + Tax
Please add the required housekeeping fee, end of stay, of $95.
NC and County taxes are 9.75%. Tax is also required on the cleaning fee.

QUALIFIED FORMER GUESTS. By request at time of booking. 10% discount off published per-night charges.
Tax Rate 9.75%

Cancellation Policy

Policy available by contacting manager when booking.

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation cabin rental in Hendersonville, North Carolina

Property Type:
  • cabin

Forms of Payment:
  • accept credit card

Meals:
  • Guests provide their own meals

Floor Area:
  • 1510 sq. ft.
  • 2 stories

Location Type:
  • Mountain View ...
    Westerly view of higher elevation from living room, dining room, and deck.
  • Mountain
  • Rural

Theme:
  • Tourist Attractions
  • Romantic
  • Adventure
  • Historic
  • Away From It All
  • Family

General:
  • Free Local Calls
  • PC
  • Paper Towels
  • Basic Soaps
  • Firewood
  • Local Activities Guide
  • Activities Guide
  • Toilet Paper
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Fitness Room / Equipment ...
    Go exploring on our 3 acres!
  • Parking ...
    Two-car garage and room for two additional cars in the driveway.
  • Garage ...
    Two-car garage is attached to house. Three steps up to kitchen.
  • Internet ...
    Windstream DSL
  • Broadband Access ...
    Windstream DSL
  • Fireplace ...
    5000 brick fireplace reaches apex of roof. We leave seasoned wood for you and fire-starter.
  • Living Room ...
    Great room.
  • Washing Machine ...
    Yes.
  • Clothes Dryer ...
    Yes.
  • Towels Provided ...
    Totally.
  • Parking Off Street ...
    In driveway.
  • Wireless Internet ...
    Yes.
  • Computer Available ...
    Desk top computer in Master Loft, upstairs.
  • Telephone ...
    Yes. Good cell reception with many plans.
  • Linens Provided ...
    Totally.
  • Air Conditioning ...
    Carrier system
  • Heating ...
    Carrier system
  • Covered Parking ...
    Double car garage.
  • Wood Fireplace ...
    Half cord of seasoned wood and firestarter provided.
  • Shampoo
  • Iron & Board
  • Mosquito Magnet
  • Printer
  • Laundry Soap
  • Alarm Clock
  • Local Restaurant Guide
  • Hair Dryer
  • Local Maps

Kitchen:
  • Coffee Grinder
  • Lobster Pot
  • Blender
  • Oven
  • Stove ...
    Whirlpool self-cleaning. Programmable. Electric.
  • Coffee Maker ...
    12-cup pot and a back up pot.
  • Pantry Items ...
    Most dry goods and condiments. Our policy is, 'Use it if you need it. Replace it or leave something in its place.' You'll always find S-P, flour, sugar, spices, herbs -- some growing on the porch.
  • Kitchen ...
    Granite countertops, hardwood floors, galley style kitchen, nearly every type of small and large appliance you'll need. Pottery and flatware to serve 10.
  • Dishes & Utensils ...
    Mostly Pfaltzgraff Folk Art pattern with assorted serviing pieces and additional hand-thrown pottery dinner plates. Enough dinnerware for 10. Flatware for 10.
  • Cooking Utensils ...
    Pots and pans, food processor, blender, waffle-iron, juicer, slow-cooker, lobster or stock pot, pressure cooker, lots of bowls and serving pieces.
  • Dishwasher ...
    Whirlpool with utensil tray on the door. Very convenient.
  • Refrigerator ...
    GE side by side. Enormous. New in 2011.
  • Freezer ...
    Part of fridge.
  • Microwave ...
    Built-in.
  • Ice Maker
  • Toaster
  • Garbage Disposal
  • Stove
  • Grill

Dining:
  • Dining ...
    Placemats in the Berkshire antique ice box; table cloths and linen napkins in the hutch.
  • Dining Area
  • seating for 8 people

Bathrooms:
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • Bathroom 1 - toilet , combination tub/shower
    Bathroom 2 - toilet , combination tub/shower
  • All linens and towels are provided. Both baths have enclosed tub/ shower.

Bedrooms:
  • 3 Bedrooms, Sleeps 7
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 king , Loft
    Bedroom 2 - 1 queen , Ground floor
    Bedroom 3 - 2 twin/ single , Ground floor
    Living Room - 2 sleep sofa /futon , 1 sofa, 1 loveseat for small child
  • Broyhill sofas for extra sleeping have removable backs and comfortable seat cushions which can serve as mattresses. They do not open and are not classical sofa beds. Sofa is long enough for an adult up to 5'2'; Love seat is long enough for child under 3'2'. All beds have good mattresses and comfortable linens.
Entertainment:
  • Radio
  • CD Player
  • VCR
  • Music Library
  • Books for Adults
  • Games for Kids
  • Video Library
  • Television ...
    39' flatscreen in LR; 26' flatscreen in Master Loft.
  • Satellite / Cable ...
    Dish Network
  • Books ...
    Everywhere on many subjects.
  • Games ...
    Adults and kids.
  • DVR
  • DVD Player
  • Stereo
  • Audio Tape Player
  • Toys

Outside:
  • Wood Deck
  • Golf ...
    Links are nearby. Two sets of clubs are in the garage for your use.
  • Deck / Patio ...
    A huge one with a picnic table (seats 4) and an umbrella table (seats 4). Lots more seating along deck rail.
  • Outdoor Grill ...
    Large propane grill with side burner.
  • Lawn / Garden
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor Grill Gas
  • Unscreened Porch / Veranda
  • Barbecue
  • Golf Clubs
  • Yard
  • Balcony
  • 6 garden chairs

Suitability:
  • pets considered ...
    Housebroken, flea-treated dogs and cats. Please pick up after your pets.
  • Minimum Age Limit for Renters ...
    25
  • wheelchair accessible ...
    Normal size doorways. Three steps to enter house. Small wheelchair works ok downstairs.
  • non smoking only
  • children welcome
  • suitable for elderly or infirm
  • Long-term Renters Welcome

Attractions:
  • health/beauty spa
  • autumn foliage
  • recreation center
  • waterfalls
  • live theater
  • forests
  • library
  • cinemas
  • festivals
  • winery tours
  • arboretum
  • churches
  • botanical garden
  • museums
  • restaurants

Leisure Activities:
  • wildlife viewing
  • horseback riding
  • eco tourism
  • walking
  • antiquing
  • paddle boating
  • bird watching
  • boating
  • scenic drives
  • shopping
  • sight seeing

Local Services & Businesses:
  • medical services
  • ATM/bank
  • massage therapist
  • laundromat
  • groceries
  • hospital

Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • rock climbing
  • mountain climbing
  • equestrian events
  • mountain biking
  • hiking
  • golf privileges optional
  • cycling
  • mountaineering
  • fly fishing
  • golf
  • fishing

Notes: **Wheelchairs: There are three exterior steps from the garage and from the front entrance into the cabin. The entire downstairs as well as the deck is accessible for wheelchairs through standard size doorways. Two bedrooms and a bathroom are downstairs. Living areas are carpeted with low-pile Shaw carpet. Kitchen and bath have wood flooring. The owner's parents, while in their 90's, comfortably navigated downstairs areas as well as the landscaped areas surrounding the cabin. Hand made art quilts on tables and walls around the chalet were made by Scottish artist Lynn Bunis.

Reviews for this vacation cabin rental in Hendersonville, North Carolina

'Pine Shadows Chalet': mountain cabin in the woods with views
average rating of 5.0 based on 27 reviews
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'Pine Shadows Chalet': mountain cabin in the woods with views
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p128491
+1 904 434-5519
Hendersonville Asheville Area
Bloomsburg, Pa.
5

Pine Shadows

5 of 5
Submitted: August 7, 2007 Stayed: August 2007
The chalet was as described in the description, nestled in a quiet peacefull setting. Our family enjoyed our stay, and would highly recommend this property.
Helpful votes: 7/9
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'Pine Shadows Chalet': mountain cabin in the woods with views
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p128491
+1 904 434-5519
Hendersonville Asheville Area
5

Always a Delight

5 of 5
Submitted: January 8, 2013 Stayed: October 2012
This was our second stay in what we have deemed our "home away from home"!! We arrived on 10/12/12 and stayed through 10/21/12. What an amazing 9 days. As always such a beautiful place to stay!! Feels so much like home that we really did not want to leave. The weather was absolutely beautiful and the trees were at prefection. We had some beautiful wildlife visitors while we were there - a white squirrel, raccoons and about 8 beautiful deer!! Cannot say enough about the awesome hostess Karen and her family. Always so quick to make everything perfect!! Thank you Karen and family for sharing this beautiful home with us. Hope to see you again this year!!
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'Pine Shadows Chalet': mountain cabin in the woods with views
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p128491
+1 904 434-5519
Hendersonville Asheville Area
5

SPECTACULAR CHARMING HOME IN A PERFECT LOCATION!

5 of 5
Submitted: November 28, 2012 Stayed: November 2012
Words cannot describe how amazingly charming and perfect this home is as well as its owner. Karen was a great host and took care of every detail you can imagine. My family spent thanksgiving week at the chalet and it was outstanding. The convenience of having all the shops/stores less than 10 minutes away and cooking all our meals in the kitchen was great. Every item one can think of is in her home. The fireplace was just soo cozy and all the rooms are perfectly decorated. I was facinated by all the books and wonderful record collection. My husband and two dogs loved being out on the beautiful deck. Upon our arrival date, Karen was kind enough to have dinner delivered to the home as well as the heat & lights on....She is great!! There are easy rules to follow and great details about the house.
We did some outstanding antique shopping to the Landrum, SC area as recommended by Karen and we were not disappointed.
Thank you Karen for welcoming us into your chalet and looking forward to our next trip. Happy Holidays,
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'Pine Shadows Chalet': mountain cabin in the woods with views
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p128491
+1 904 434-5519
Hendersonville Asheville Area
5

Peggy & Steve

Peggy & Steve
5 of 5
Submitted: August 31, 2012 Stayed: August 2012
We were at this property from 8/19-24/2012 and thoroughly enjoyed it's peacefulness in the woods. Everything was there that was mentioned in the listing and all furniture was quite comfortable. (We were tempted to bring the king size bed home it was so comfortable!) Layout of home was very well thought out, allowing the guests to enjoy the mountain air and woods off of the deck. We enjoyed a few meals on the deck which was very relaxing!
The property was clean and well-maintained. Karen is very easy to work with and responded to emailed questions usually within the hour or less.
We visited Chimney Rock (amazing view!), Hendersonville, Carl Sandbergs home ( enjoyed this more than we thought we would! Highly recommend it to others), and we also did a nature walk at a place right there in Columbus. It was a bit overgrown and both of us got biten by mosquitos so wear some repellants if you go. Saw some interesting flowers, mushrooms, and wildlife.
Would highly recommend this listing as it is central to touristy locations which you then return to your "home away from home".
Thanks Karen!! We'll be back!
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'Pine Shadows Chalet': mountain cabin in the woods with views
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p128491
+1 904 434-5519
Hendersonville Asheville Area
5

Lovely

5 of 5
Submitted: August 1, 2012 Stayed: July 2012
Karen was so kind and thoughtful before our trip even got started. She emailed complete details about how to get to the chalet, how to get in and helpful information about places to eat and shop as well as a Farmer's Market to check out.

The property is just beautiful and while there is another home on the same road, it truly feels like you are all alone on a mountain.

The location is great. It's in the middle of a very quaint town and centrally located to a highway entrance.

The home is very comfortable and tidy. It feels very much like you are in a home which I found to be a nice change from condos that we have stayed in. The deck has great seating so that you can enjoy looking out into the trees or having a peaceful cup of coffee. There are TONS of great books to read. The kitchen is a tad small but did have all that I needed to cook (and more!). My father and his wife joined the 6 of us for a few days and there was ample space for everyone. The loft is more of a suite but is still without a door to close, so privacy should not be assumed. All beds were very comfortable.

Karen checked in via email a couple of times to make sure that all was going well and that we had what we needed. I aqppreciated her follow-up very much.

I highly recommend this area if you choose to check out Ashville, North Carolina and/or waterfalls. Columbus is just close enough and just far away enough - if that makes sense! More than that though, I highly recommend staying at the Pine Shadows Chalet. It truly has all the comforts of home with the hospitality of a real person. This home is beautiful and my children had such a great time exploring the grounds and wildlife - my daughter delighted in a large lizzard and we got to see a white squirrel! When we get back to North Carolina, we hope the timing works out just right to revisit our home away - Pine Shadows Chalet.
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