Asheville Real Estate: Bed and Breakfast Inns & Rental Cabins
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For Sale: 1889 WhiteGate Inn & Cottage, Asheville

Here is a rare opportunity to own one of the most unique properties and financially successful bed and breakfasts in Asheville.

The 1889 WhiteGate Inn & Cottage has the perfect location, boasting the closest inn to downtown. It is one of three Select Registry, Distinguished Inns of North America Bed and breakfasts, in the city. The Inn is listed on the National Registry of historic Places. The property has four buildings and a 1,200 sq ft. commercial grade Greenhouse.

The Main Inn is 6,300 square feet, with four guest rooms on the second floor, one luxury suite on the garden level and the two-bedroom owner's quarters on the top floor. The large common rooms on the main floor include an entrance parlor, living room, sunroom and dining room.

The two-story carriage house, built in 2007, has three luxury suites and a fully-equipped exercise room with Sauna.

The 1905 Bungalow was completely renovated in 2008, and has a 1,100 sq ft. two-bedroom suite and a 650 sq ft one-bedroom suite, both with full kitchens. The bungalow also includes a 550 sq ft storage attic.

The extensive gardens have established the Inn as a horticultural destination. The WhiteGate gardens feature over 600 perennials, rare and unusual trees, shrubs and conifers. Described as a tropical oasis in the city, the garden has been featured in magazines and has hosted gardening groups from all over the United States. The focal point of the main garden is an extensive water feature, with three ponds and nine waterfalls connected by a stream course. Many outdoor rooms and sitting areas are positioned throughout the property, creating a tranquil respite.

Website: www.whitegate.net

Price: $3,450,000

Listing Agent is Frank Salvo.
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For Sale: Folkestone Inn Bed & Breakfast, Bryson City, Great Smoky Mountains

In the mountains west of Asheville, North Carolina outside the quaint town of Bryson City, sits this beautiful 10 guest room bed and breakfast for sale. With a feeling that evokes times past and amenities that speak to today’s comfort, this inn is just a quarter mile from an entrance to Great Smoky Mountains National Park with hiking, tubing, and more. The great outdoors is the draw to this rural area. The Nantahala Outdoor Center is just ten miles away. Other major attractions are the Cherokee Indian reservation with its state of the art recreational facilities. Bryson City, a small town nestled in the valley on the banks of a small river that feeds into Fontana Lake, has dining and shopping that entertain and please. Easy day trips to Asheville, Gatlinburg and to travel the Blue Ridge Parkway.

This Smoky Mountain bed and breakfast sits on 2.5 acres of land with wonderful views of the mountains and surrounding countryside. The ten guest rooms all have private baths and range in price from under $100 to almost $160 a night affording a range of options for travelers who come to the area. There are spacious common areas as well as seating in each room. A game room and large front porch as well as private balconies or decks for many guest rooms add to the appeal. The dining room is surrounded by large windows and is served from an efficient commercial kitchen with equipment mostly less than five years old. Dinner is served to guest by reservation during season at the Inn.

Of particular note, the innkeeper’s quarters have a spacious modern kitchen with maple cabinets and stainless steel appliances, a comfortable living room with bay window, a bedroom with large bathroom, and giant walk-in closet. An upstairs attic room with bath adds a second office or space as an extra bedroom for family and friends. In short, there is ample space to retreat, be private and comfortable while having easy access to the business side of the inn.

Website: www.folkestoneinn.com

Price: $1,497,750
Gross Revenue: $189K

Listing Agent is Bland Holland.
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A Queen Anne with Arts and Crafts flair, this turnkey guest house is located in the old “Chicken Hill” neighborhood of West Asheville. Currently serving as a guest quarters for a large local pottery maker and manufacturer, this property is ready to go as a small bed and breakfast.

Located within walking distance of the River Arts District and just blocks to downtown Asheville, it has a prime location. The property has undergone extensive renovations over the past few years and has new plumbing, electrical, fixtures, etc. Minor modifications will need to be added to the kitchen for full breakfast service to guests. Future reservations and a relationship with the pottery manufacturer will allow a great jump start for the buyer of this property.

The home served as the parsonage for the minister of the West End Baptist Church which was located on the lot next door. (Perfect for future expansion) The church burned many years ago and the lot is cleared. However, the slate tile on the kitchen counter tops came from the roof of the burned down church and the roof has a great story. A man walked by the church while under construction (he was on a train that was delayed at the nearby depot) and visited with the minister who told him that they feared they would not have the funds to put a roof on the church. Two weeks later a check arrived in the mail from John D. Rockefeller. He noted that the funds were to be used for the finest roof available for the church – thus the slate tiled roof!

Ample off street parking. Additional .25 adjoining lot also available

2640 square feet plus 864 sq. ft. 1 BR / B Apartment with LR, Dining area and full kitchen

Price: $398,000 (Reduced!)
Avg. Daily Rate (ADR): $119

Complete Turn-Key Bed and Breakfast in a quiet neighborhood, close to Asheville's largest attraction, the Biltmore Estate.

Sweet Biscuit Inn is a meticulously maintained Inn with a 10-year operating history currently specializing in family travel. There is huge potential for economic growth.

This inn has eight units, all with private baths (five rooms, one suite with Queen and Twin, one suite with Queen and Day/Trundle Bed, and a two-bedroom Carriage House that is perfect for families). The Carriage House could be perfect for pet friendly travel.

Additionally, a spacious, bright and airy two-bedroom innkeepers' quarters is located on the top floor with skylights.

Website: www.sweetbiscuitinn.com

Price: $1,279,000

Listing Agent is Frank Salvo.
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This beautiful rustic lodge and cabins, built in 1988 sits on 18+ acres of peaceful serene land located within 300 yards of the Blue Ridge Parkway just South of Sparta, NC. The lodge houses 4 guest rooms with private baths, a 2 BR apartment and 2 BR owners quarters, each with living room and large bathroom and one with a full kitchen. The grounds are host to 3 beautiful cabins with whirlpool tubs, gas fireplaces, king beds and bar area. The lodge boast a full commercial kitchen and ample dining areas for a full service restuarant. In fact, a successful restuarant operated in the location when the previous owners owned the property. Bathrooms meeting code are in place and the building is handicap accessable. The lodge also host a guest kitchen and service area open 24 hours a day for ice, snacks, drinks, etc.
 
The grounds are home to a beautiful running stream, pond, walking trails and meditation area. Also available is a large 20-stall horse barn, paddocks and grooming facility that are not in use at this time but could open the door to many possibilities. There is ample space for large weddings, functions and events on this well groomed property.
 
The current owners have used most of their time remodeling and upgrading the property and are just now advertising and opening the property to outside guests on a full time basis. This property will make a wonderful retreat center, special purposes accommodation (Holistic retreats, seminars, training, etc.), family or couples only country inn, horse lovers facilty - so many uses are available. The property is surrounded by government protected lands and habitats near Sparta.

$1,490,000 includes the lodge, cabins and pond and appox. 10 acres. The other parcels and barn are negotiable
Website: www.mountainhearthlodge.com

Listing Agent is Bland Holland.
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For Sale: Ox Glen Vacation Cabin Rentals, near Asheville, North Carolina

Ox Glen Vacation Cabin Rentals sits on 13 acres of a peaceful, pristine and gentle mountain slope  near Asheville and Weaverville, NC. in the small picture book commumity of Ox Creek. You can walk to neighboring properties and pick berries, get fresh milk, fresh meat - all just like the olden days. Hiking, snow sking, the Biltmore Estate and Blue Ridge Parkway are within minutes in any direction. Or, just sit by the creek on the lower part of the property and watch the world pass by.

The property is 2.5 miles from the Blue Ridge Parkway in one direction and the Zebulon Vance Birthplace State Historic Site in the Reems Creek Valley in the other. The current developed area sits on the lower 6.43 acres of the land. The 4 buildings contain 7 unbelievable vacation rental units / cabins. These are far closer to individual homes than any vacation rental cabins in the area. Currently the owners and family are occupying two of the rental units and it is operating with 5 units, 10 months out of the year. Occupancy is 78% with an ADR of $158. Please call for further financial information.

Views are abundant from the decks on the units and every amenity has been thought of, including wireless internet, satellite TV and every unit has a full size washer and dryer, dishwasher, gas BBQ grill and so much more. Each unit is filled with collectables with varying themes and every thing you see, stays with the property. There is not one single item other than you clothes and toothbrush that you will need to continue operations.

The upper area of the property (6.42 acres) is wide open for expansion. Roads have been cleared and the development is up to the buyer. It could be private homes, additional rental units, a lodge - use your imagination. With lot clearing, views are indescribable in this space.

This property is busy every day in season so call in advance for information on this exclusive property and for an appointment to see.

Website: www.oxglen.com

Price is $1,895,000 for cabins on lower parcel of land. Additional parcel is available of 6+ acres to buyer of the cabins and lower parcel with first option. Additional parcel may not be purchased separately until the cabins parcel is sold.

Listing Agent is Bland Holland.
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Own this fabulous turnkey bed and breakfast inn located in Asheville -- it is renowned for its comfortable, casual feel. As such, guests enjoy special touches, from exceptionally restful beds to delightful breakfasts. Guests feel at home in the casual elegance of this 1885 home with Victorian high ceilings and beautiful furnishings, with an eclectic mix of antiques, traditional and unusual pieces.  

Shaded by century-old oaks and surrounded by award-winning gardens, a tin roof still graces this grand Victorian Painted Lady. Located in an historic, quiet residential neighborhood with a commanding view of downtown Asheville, Hill House B&B is just minutes to downtown Asheville, Biltmore Estate and the Blue Ridge Parkway.

The property has four buildings: the Inn with 8 guest rooms, the Cottage, a 1,600-square-foot owners' residence and outbuilding (total of 8,000 sq. ft.). All guest rooms have private baths, most with whirlpool tubs and some with gas fireplaces.

Revenue is strong with many promotional/PR programs still to be mined. Substantial growth could be anticipated with the addition of two guest rooms for a total of 11. Besides the great financials, the business is fun. And having a new, separate owners' residence, allows you to still have your own, well-deserved retreat.

Price: $2,295,000 - Motivated sellers!
Guest Rooms: 9, Bathrooms: 9
Owners Quarters: Yes
Website: www.hillhousebb.com

Listing Agent is Bland Holland.
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Location, location, location. This beautiful English style cottage home sits on a knoll in the Saint Dunstans Historic District located between the Biltmore Estate (1/2 mile away) and Downtown Asheville. This 1920s home has been lovingly renovated and decorated with oak antiques, art, and hand-crafted items.

Three guest rooms with private baths, along with owners quarters with luxury bath addition located in Main house. A totally remodeled cottage has a king bedroom and luxury bath. Expansion possibilities abound with this property. Celebrating their 22nd year in business, the owners are ready to retire. Contact agent for gross revenues. There's ample room to grow!

Website: www.corneroakmanor.com

Price: $897,400

Listing Agent is Bland Holland.
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WHY PURCHASE REAL ESTATE IN ASHEVILLE?

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Asheville Named Top Place to Live by Relocate-America.com.
One of the Five Best Places to Retire Money Adviser, Consumer Reports
8 of 10 Best Places to Live, MSN/Sperling's Best Places
19 of Top 25 Most Secure U.S. Places to Live, Farmers Insurance Group
31 of 168 Small Metros Best Places For Business And Careers, Forbes
31 of 394 Regions, Entrprenerial/Innovation Index, Small Business Administration
8 of America’s Top 25 Small Town Arts Destinations, AmericanStyle
11 of 50 Best Places To Live, Men's Journal
One of Ten Great Adventure Towns National Geographic ADVENTURE Magazine
One of "Five Cities That Are Specia,l" USA TODAY
10 of America’s Top 25 Arts Destinations, AmericanStyle
Best Place to Live, Number 8 of 331 Metros Cities, Ranked and Rated
Top Ten Towns for a Second-Home Investment, MSN Money
Best College Towns (#4 Warren Wilson College), Outside Magazine
Best Places To Retire, MSN
Top 15 Dream Towns (Best Places to Reinvent Your Life), AARP Magazine
18 of America’s Top 25 Arts Destinations, AmericanStyle
Top Family Getaways, Parents Magazine
Top Safe & Cheap Getaways (One of Five), USA TODAY
Mountain Biking: Where To Ride (1 of 4 Cities,) National Geographic ADVENTURE Magazine
America's Happiest City for Women, Self Magazine,
Top 15 Most Popular Cities to Live, Harris Poll
Grade A- for Twenty-Five Years of Economic Strength, POLICOM Study of U.S. Metros
One of America's Dozen Distinctive Destinations, National Trust for Historic Preservation
One of America's 5 Best Biking Towns, Bike Magazine