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Near Asheville, near the stars, nearly perfect! Almost Heaven. 3000 ft.

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Outdoor dining
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, foosball
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available

About this property

Entire place

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

Near Asheville, near the stars, nearly perfect! Almost Heaven. 3000 ft.

If you have any questions just hit the 'Send email' button to the right. We will be happy to ANSWER ANY QUESTIONS. WE ARE REPUTABLE OWNERS WITH DOZENS OF 5 STAR REVIEWS (Please read our reviews!) OFFERING YOU THE BEST SERVICE AND VALUE.

We named our mountain home “Almost Heaven” because when we are there, that is exactly what it feels like to us. At 3,000 feet in elevation, we are close to the stars at night, to the clouds by day and we are witness to gorgeous sunrises and sunsets all year long. When the summer heat is burning up the low lands we have fresh, cool breezes and even sweater weather in the evenings. We look out 40 miles to Mt. Mitchell in the north, ten mountain ranges to where the sun sets in the west and 60 miles to a flat line in the south. We are surrounded by nature, astronomy and meteorology, yet we are a short 35 minute drive to Biltmore House and the excellent restaurants of downtown Asheville, and 20 minutes from Black Mountain and its quaint shops, restaurants, and gigantic grocery stores. We hear the wind in the leaves and catch the sweet smell of Rhododendron and Mountain Laurel in the springtime; we pick wild blackberries in the summer and listen to songbirds all day. We frequently encounter deer, wild turkey and even bobcats, yet we live in a modern, luxurious home with a gourmet kitchen, satellite TV, instant hot water, wonderful beds and mattresses, and windows everywhere to frame the beauty that is all around us. Our home is built for both togetherness and privacy: the family room has a monumental stone fireplace surrounded by leather sofas, the covered side porch serves as an outdoor dining area, the basement offers ping-pong and Foosball tables and three-quarters of the home is surrounded by decks and rockers – while every one of the four bedrooms has its own private porch for personal conversation or quiet reading time away from the larger group. It is the best of all worlds: natural, yet very civilized; remote yet convenient; private yet communal. It is Almost Heaven. We would love to share it with you!

Keywords: House, beauty, 3000 ft, views, Mt. Mitchell, sunsets, vistas, waterfall, Easy drive to Asheville and Lake Lure. Private, modern, luxury.

Property manager

Annette Morgan

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

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

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

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
Note from host: No parties/events allowed without owner approval.
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 and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

About the neighborhood

Map
Old Fort, NC

What's nearby

  • Catawba Falls - 22 min drive - 18.7 km
  • Lake Tomahawk - 25 min drive - 26.0 km
  • Lake Lure - 34 min drive - 26.9 km
  • Lake Lure Beach and Water Park - 52 min drive - 38.0 km
  • Lake Lure Flowering Bridge - 54 min drive - 39.0 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rumbling Bald Resort on Lake Lure - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Hillman Beer - ‬18 min drive
  • ‪Hardee's - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Legends on the Lake - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪Mr Bobs Donuts - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Near Asheville, near the stars, nearly perfect! Almost Heaven. 3000 ft. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Near Asheville, near the stars, nearly perfect! Almost Heaven. 3000 ft.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Near Asheville, near the stars, nearly perfect! Almost Heaven. 3000 ft.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Near Asheville, near the stars, nearly perfect! Almost Heaven. 3000 ft. located?

This family-friendly Old Fort vacation home is located in the mountains, 3 mi (4.9 km) from Waterfall Park, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Old Fort Railroad Museum and Catawba River. Lake Lure and Old Fort Picnic Area are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Near Asheville, near the stars, nearly perfect! Almost Heaven. 3000 ft. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 148 out of 153 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 153 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 153 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 153 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 153 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

Very comfortable. A special treat to have the fireplace. The view was beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10

Very well equipped home with stunning views!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10

The ease of renting this property on VRBO was much appreciated. There check in & out process was a breeze.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10

We had a wonderful stay at Almost Heaven. The owners are very helpful with communication and in providing details as we prepared to visit the area. The house was amazing and the views are spectacular. We hope to visit again another time.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10

The home was as advertised. Clean, well equipped and a great view. Had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

Beautiful home. Thank you for letting us stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Outstanding property in the mountains. Very clean and spacious and the 4 bedrooms were very nice and clean. Really a nice house with beautiful views of the area. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10

Almost Heaven is an amazing property! The house is very nice, super clean, and well stocked. The views are incredible and this was a perfect place for our family. We made trips to the Biltmore and downtown Asheville then retreated to the very quite paradise that is Almost Heaven.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10

Almost Heaven has to be experienced to believe. The views are beyond captivating. Our family of five were more than comfortable in this well appointed home. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2024

10/10

Absolutely perfect. The view is incredible. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

Beautiful mountain home with breathtaking views! There was plenty of room for my family of four and my parents. The kitchen was well equipped and my seven year old daughter enjoyed the Ping pong table and foosball table in the basement. The owner is really easy to work with. There's so much to see and do around this area.

10/10

This house was perfect! We went for a hike and a visit around Lake Lure, but our favorite time was sitting on the back porch and just talking. Owner’s instructions and list of things to do were very helpful. We would highly recommend.!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10

Third time visit for a girls retreat. Perfect location, lovely views, great times sitting outside joying the mountains. The house was immaculately clean and had everything we need for cooking and cocktails. Annette the hostess could not have been more helpful and easy to work with. It’s ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️in our book.!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

The cabin was well equipped with whatever you might need. The owner responded very quickly with my one question upon arrival. The cabin is not very close to much of the hiking trails, so expect lengthy drives. Overall, it is a nicely kept cabin that is also very spacious.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10

Peaceful, comfortable, restful! Had everything we needed, and more. Drive up the Mountain not for sissy’s! Get groceries for your stay at Ingles in Black Mountain, fabulous supermarket. Should you decide not to venture one day, have enough food to manage for the day!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Views from the property were beautiful, we even saw a rainbow on two nights while we were there. The house nicely accommodated our family. Communication and check in were very easy and the instructions were perfect. The ride to the house takes some time to get used to the uphill climb and narrow roadways. We had a wonderful time
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Came up with a group of friends to celebrate my husband’s 50th anniversary. Chose the location because the photos in the listing were beautiful (and they are completely accurate) and it’s close enough to drive to places if you want to go do something. We went into Asheville and Black Mountain but we were all happy to head back to the house to hang out on the porch. We definitely want to come back. Annette was so sweet and helpful to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10

It lives up to its name! The views were breathtaking and the house was beautiful! The owners provided so many extras like games, key board, hammock etc. The only small thing was the water pressure was a bit low and the road to the house a bit narrow and steep. I would still go back in a heart beat though! Thanks again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10

We were the first to stay in Almost Heaven and we are so thankful that we chose to! The owners were helpful and wonderful to work with, the location was not too close and not too far from everything there is to do in Asheville and the scenery and views were just BREATHTAKING! The house is comfortable, clean, and well appointed. We used the kitchen with ease and made some delicious meals that we enjoyed on the deck overlooking the valley and mountains. I feel so grateful that we got to have such a beautiful, comfortable place to enjoy our North Carolina excursion and would tell anyone who asked us to use VRBO and especially to visit Almost Heaven!! Thank you so much!

10/10

Gracious, well appointed, calming, beautiful, comfortable, clean, overall most excellent. We wanted to be centrally located to as many waterfalls as possible. We were. We wanted to be in a quiet place with no light pollution. We were. We wanted views! We got them. My husband and I needed this getaway more than we knew...we got so much more than we asked for. The last couple of days our granddaughters joined us. They enjoyed the stay as much as we did. I just cannot gush enough. And the hosts! Super responsive to my emails, which were few because we didn't need to ask much of them at all. They had anticipated every single detail.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

It was awesome for our family of eight. The views were incredible and the home had everything we needed to enjoy our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

We had a great time, the views were amazing. Also really enjoyed the ping pong table and fooseball table in the basement.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Great property and service. How nice to stay at a venue where the online photo understates the experience. Extremely well furnished, great kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10

House is a climb to get to; but if you want the views you won't find better. House was clean, and beds comfortable.
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2022