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'Bair' Necessities - Cottonwood Properties

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Property grounds
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, foosball
Game room
Dining
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.2 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

'Bair' Necessities - Cottonwood Properties

Welcome to Bair Necessities! Relax with the whole family at this stunning cabin nestled in the woods and surrounded by trees and the sound of nature. The home offers sleeping for 8 with large entertaining spaces. Enjoy the wrap around porch and soaking in the hot tub while overlooking the view!

Located in Old Fort, nearby activities to Bair Necessities includes visiting the quaint town of Old Fort which is one of fifteen NC Mountain Heritage Trout Cities and is known for its pre-Revolutionary War era history, mountain biking, hiking and waterfall trails. Visit the Mountain Gateway Museum - exhibiting mountain lifestyle and history from the earliest inhabitants to the twentieth century. Summer music programs, festivals and a variety of other activities are also held there and at their outdoor amphitheater. After visiting the museum, head over to the Arrowhead Gallery and Studios which features a wide variety of arts and crafts while also providing classes and workshops! Following a full day of activities, grab some drinks and a bite at Hillman Beer where you can sit creekside on their patio.

Interior Features Include: Rustic, private, log cabin surrounded by trees. Beautiful wood table seating 6 guests with additional seating at the bar top. Full kitchen equipped with all essentials, stainless appliances and drip coffee maker. 2 TV’s in the home

Accomodations: Sleeps 8 guests. The large owners retreat on the main floor has a king-size bed and en-suite bathroom. Upper level offers a queen-sized bed with a sleeper sofa in one room and two full-sized beds in the other. Game room is located downstairs which includes a dart board, foosball table, ping pong table, and other activities to enjoy time together. Satellite TV is provided for movies/tv.

Exterior Features And Amenities: Wrap around, covered deck with plenty of outdoor seating. Enjoy the firepit area, hot tub, propane grill, and abundance of trees!

Other fun destinations near this home include visiting the adorable town of Black Mountain! The Little Town That Rocks features local independent stores offering unique shopping opportunities, as well as galleries, music, craft furniture, and breweries in this easily walkable historic district. Rocking chairs are located all around town so you can rest and take in the scenic view. This home is located within 30 minutes of beautiful Asheville, North Carolina where you can spend your day exploring the Biltmore Estate, comedy bus tours, tons of breweries, some amazingly tasty food, and so much more!

Please note: This home is pet-friendly with an additional fee should you choose to bring a pet. There will be a $75 pet fee added to your reservation, with $35 for each additional pet. We advertise on multiple platforms and sometimes our pet fee does not populate in your reservation. If you decide to bring a pet, please notify the host, we will add your pet fee to your reservation. Failure to notify us of the pet will result in a $250 penalty. TV is provided for movies/tv and the internet is satellite. The satellite internet works well, but weather can sometimes affect the connection.

Property manager

Cottonwood Properties

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Hiking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Non-refundable pet fee required

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, 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

Property is also known as

"Bair" Necessities
'Bair' Necessities - Cottonwood Properties Old Fort
'Bair' Necessities - Cottonwood Properties Private vacation home
85137

About the neighborhood

Map
Old Fort, NC

What's nearby

  • White Horse Black Mountain - 16 min drive
  • Catawba Falls - 17 min drive
  • Black Mountain Golf Club - 19 min drive
  • Ten Thousand Villages - 21 min drive
  • Mount Mitchell - 69 min drive

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Hillman Beer - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 'Bair' Necessities - Cottonwood Properties pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 'Bair' Necessities - Cottonwood Properties?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 'Bair' Necessities - Cottonwood Properties?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 'Bair' Necessities - Cottonwood Properties located?

This family-friendly Old Fort vacation home is located in the mountains, within 1 mi (2 km) of Pisgah National Forest and Andrews Geyser. Old Fort Railroad Museum and Mountain Gateway Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km).

'Bair' Necessities - Cottonwood Properties Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 27 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nestled in the Hills
Really enjoyed our stay. Its an exciting drive to get there but worth the adventure. House had everything we could hope for and host was amazing and responsive. Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stay was great
Our stay was great and the cabin was in a great location for the Biltmore and hiking trails.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home in the woods!
We spent 6 nights at Bair Necessities. The cabin is tucked back in the woods, thru winding roads. The woods are thick around the cabin so there are no mtn views. Short drive to Old Fort or Black Mountain in the opposite direction. Lots of great eating & shopping in Black Mtn. The house is beautiful and lots of room to move around. The basement had a lot of fun games for adults (kids would enjoy too) and the hot tub was awesome to relax in the evening. The only reason I gave it 4 stars for cleanliness was the amount of spider webs that were inside the house and outside too. They were literally everywhere as if the house hadn't had a visitor in months. We cleaned up the webs that were in our way and it didn't stop us from enjoying ourselves!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun and games
Loved the game area downstairs and hot tub!. Lots of family competition in the evenings playing ping pong foosball and connect four! Lots of good memories made! Great area of outdoor activities all around! Wi-Fi at night not good but we enjoyed the no internet time together!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katrina K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway
Gorgeous, spacious cabin! We were happy to find something that both felt secluded but was also close enough to the city and hiking trails.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Mandy M.

Cozy getaway
Overall, we were satisfied with our stay. Pros: wood burning fireplace and wood supply; very spacious; lots of bathrooms; game room. Cons: wasps and dead bugs throughout the inside - contacted the management company on Saturday as I am highly allergic to wasps and they didn't call pest control out until Tuesday and no one ever showed up. Hot tub water was not clean, management company said they would reach out to the owner for part refund and I have not heard back from management company after further inquiry. We were attracted to the remote location, however future renters need to know that the wifi is very slow and minimal. We could connect our phones to it, but not computers. It is not a spot to work from home. The game room could use new ping pong paddles and needs darts for the dart board. The home is beautiful and cozy. It is the perfect getaway for quality screen free family time which is what we were looking for. We enjoyed it, just wish the hot tub would have been working and the pests would have not been an issue, especially for the price.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay in the mountains
Our group of five had a lovely two nights in the mountains to celebrate the New Year. We enjoyed the hot tub, comfortable beds, great kitchen, and ample living space.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jamie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy Cabin
This cabin exceeded our expectations! There were six of us who stayed here and it was very spacious. There were two peacocks that greeted us on arrival. We loved the big windows which brought in a lot of natural light. The drive to the cabin is quite smooth and the actual driveway is a little steep but we were all able to manage to get up with two wheel drive cars. The cabin was well stocked with firewood which we utilized with the lovely indoor fireplace. The kitchen was stocked with pots/pans and some main supplies like flour, oil, seasonings, etc. The hot tub was amazing and plenty big for the six of us. At night the front porch and deck was amazing for stargazing. 10/10 stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michele M., Louisville

Liked: Cleanliness
Mountain get away yet close to town
Comfortable cabin with amazing hot tub minutes from town. Drive is steep but all wheel drive navigated it fine without any snow. Beautiful views and wood fireplace was perfect. Nice to be able to bring our dog along.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julian S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
The cabin was great, the driveway can be scary at first but it's not bad after the first go and everything was very straightforward as long as you read the material in the binder.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Black Mountain Family Time
We loved the Cabin itself and enjoyed all the amenities that came with it. We don't understand why 2 of the smoke detectors were missing? I would hope they would be replaced before the next rental. We all enjoyed the cabin and would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect getaway!
Very nice cabin getaway that is a bit off the path. The road to get to the cabin is unpaved in some places and quite steep. The cabin itself is very clean and well maintained. We had no issues with any appliances or supplies. One very important thing for us is to NOT call for help. It's good to have service a available but much better to not need it at all. The peacocks were an unexpected, but welcome surprise. They blended in beautifully into the beauty around us. They were not bothersome, and seemed comfortable around humans. They visited us everyday, in the morning and in the evening. All in all, wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jordan I.

Liked: Cleanliness
Boy's weekend
Great place to get away in the mountains, property was clean and spacious. Parking for more than 2 vehicles could be potentially challenging and the access road is quite steep. The game room and hot tub were excellent, kitchen was well stocked and the beds were comfortable. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caroline M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A little slice of heaven
My husband and I had a wonderful long weekend at Bair Necessities. We enjoyed our coffee on the back deck while listening to the calls of the wild peacocks, hawks, and the chattering of squirrels. Our time at Bair Necessities was so relaxing. We loved having a game room, such fun! We plan on coming back as soon as we can!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Very spacious, the basement was so cool! The location is fun and deep in nature. A bear got into our lock box so that just needed replaced! The peacocks were so pretty and visited us every once in a while.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

2/10 Terrible

Mark M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Sad Situation
The property had three major issues: 1. No Wi-Fi, I was essentially told that it isn’t the property owners issue and they won’t do anything to help. 2. Hot tub was gross and moldy, there were no chemicals in the house to even self service the hot tub, I was offered a refund and it was never given by the owners. 3. The owners didn’t get the last renters trash off the property and a bear destroyed the bear box and damaged my rental car. The owners claimed this was an act of god and would not provide me with the property insurance information. I had to contact VRBO for this information. In short, the property is not as listed and the owners treat you poorly. I asked for a refund since we left the property after the bear attacked. There was garbage all over and the owners were not going to clean it up. The bears would have come back that night and probably started into the house for more food. The owners denied any refund, claiming we should have known the risks of bears attacking and damaging the rental car.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liz M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great cabin!
We rented the cabin for spring break and it was the perfect size. And it was close to Old Fort, Black Mountain, hiking and Asheville. There are lots of hiking trails nearby. We loved the fireplace and hot tub. Everything was clean and well taken care of.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

8/10 Good

Keith J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice location
Beautiful cabin, beautiful wildlife, beautiful area. What more can you ask for!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was perfect for our needs
The house was perfect for what our family needed. Extra effort and care was evident in the Christmas decorations throughout the house. We woke up each day and watched the sun rise from the back deck. The house was well laid out and we loved the game room. I would advise first time visitors to find the house during the day.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

Francisco F.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Sad place
It was nice when we got there seeing the nice cabin in the woods. When we came inside it was okay, until we saw a sectional sofa. However the sectional sofa was a half one. It was ripped, it was covered with awful spots. It was stained! God only knows with what! My sister’s husband put the comforters from one of the rooms on the sofa. My brother-in-law is a retired disabled veteran. Who does everything by the book. He took pictures of everything. On the next day my Brother-In-Law found two pills under the bed in the first bedroom under the bed. He was trying to find a Sox that he lost. I told him what if we had a little kid that went under the bed and they too the capsule and ate it? The floors was nasty it was a bad experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Ray M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Getaway
Nice secluded location. There is a fairly steep one way drive to get there.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint cabin in a secluded setting.
We really enjoyed our long weekend in this cabin. It was very clean and we appreciated all the supplies that some rentals do not. Plenty of TP, paper towels, dishwashing liquid, dish washers pods, and laundry room with soap in the basement. Beautiful interior with all the wood. Great hiking trails nearby. Beds comfortable. Kitchen well stocked. The driveway is steep so you need to be aware of that. Suggestions to owner would be…..place a house number sign more prominently at the top of your driveway. And add some gravel at the base of Hobson Road where you turn in.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Star S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Truly a getaway!
An easy trip, with a surprise ending---as this property is tucked back deep in the woods for a perfect remote feeling getaway from the hustle and bustle. The interior of the property was clean, and boasts that true mountain cabin feel. Beds were comfy, amenities were adequate for cooking at home, and the game room was perfect for our pre-teen kids to enjoy while we were there! It was nice to be outside of Asheville and explore the surrounding towns...Old Fort and Black Mountain, and still convenient to go into Asheville for activities. The best surprise was being greeted one morning by two beautiful peacocks on the back deck! This doesnt need to be posted, but my only complaint would be the exterior of the home. There outdoor patio and furniture were covered in bird poop (seems this would be cleaned up a bit) and the porch seemed to be leaning, which didnt make us feel comfortable spending time outside.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rob H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic mountain getaway!
The house and view are fantastic! We had a mini family reunion there with our family of 5 plus one set of grandparents as well as some local family that came to visit during the days. The space was perfect, back porch and the basement with the game room were the favorite hangouts for the week. Location is great, remote enough to be peaceful but close enough to everything, would highly recommend this property!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Erin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pleasant getaway!
We had a nice stay here! Easy check-in/out. Property is perfectly tucked away but still close to Black Mountain, etc. Linens and beds were comfortable. Washer & dryer available. One important note: Please be “Bear Aware” and smart when in the mountains! (Bear-proof trash bin was knocked over at our arrival & we did see one during our stay.) We also saw peacocks, a hawk, and a turkey. If you’re a mountain biker, there’s very easy access to trails from the cabin, too. House manual was helpful and had some nice local outdoor suggestions as well. Thanks for a good stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021