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Asheville's Ultimate Family Reunion Spot!

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Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 16603 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Asheville, NC
  • Place, Vance Birthplace
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Biltmore Estate
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About the area

Weaverville

At this holiday home you'll be within a 10-minute walk of Vance Birthplace and 3.9 km (2.4 mi) from Reems Creek Golf Club. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and a fireplace. .Home features 7.5 bathrooms, a balcony and a TV. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. In-room jetted baths, a coffee/tea maker and a hairdryer are also available. .This pet-friendly holiday home offers a garden and barbecues. Added amenities include laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this Weaverville holiday home include Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville and Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance.

What's nearby

  • Vance Birthplace - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • University of North Carolina at Asheville - 15 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Harrah's Cherokee Center - Asheville - 18 min drive - 23.0 km
  • Blue Ridge Parkway Asheville Entrance - 21 min drive - 25.9 km
  • Biltmore Estate - 24 min drive - 30.3 km

Getting around

  • Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Eda’s Hideaway - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Sonic Drive-In - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪La Carreta - ‬12 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Asheville's Ultimate Family Reunion Spot!

Historic Country Estate in Asheville

The Carolina Jewel is the most unique vacation rental in the Asheville area. The main house has history and character and maintains a casual luxury that other homes cannot duplicate. The two houses sit about 100 yards apart and are joined by a footbridge over the creek with water cascading over the moss covered rocks. The porches, decks, benches, and a firepit all provide the setting for creating precious memories.

The Carolina Jewel has 5 bedrooms in the historic 1845 Victorian Farmhouse and an additional 2 bedrooms in the spacious Creekside Crystal Cottage on the property across the creek underneath a canopy of trees. Each of the suites in the Historic house, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, has its’ own unique charm. All bedrooms have private baths and fireplaces equipped with gas logs.
The oldest portion of the home, the Great Room that was built in 1845, has rustic rough-hewn logs and its fireplace is made of rocks pulled from the fields outside. Adjacent to the great room is the fully stocked modern kitchen and laundry room for your use. In 1880 an addition, of the Victorian style, was added to the log cabin to accommodate the growing family. A major interior renovation in 1999, added luxury bathrooms without disturbing the charm of the by gone era.
The Carolina Jewel is situated on 4 acres with a stream running through the property, a great firepit, swing, hammocks, decks, porches, and a large level area for the kids to run and play.

The Carolina Jewel locations is ideal with the heart of downtown Asheville only 15 minutes away. Uber and Lyft will pick up and deliver to the Carolina Jewel. The charming town of Weaverville is only 8 miles away and the Blue Ridge Parkway entrance is a mere 5 miles. Many of the top outdoor activities are located within a 20 minute drive; everything from river rafting to zip lines and gem mining! There is even an apple orchard in the neighborhood. You will also find some of the best restaurants as well as some of the best kept secrets that your host will share with you. But, then again, many of our guest book the Carolina Jewel because they want to visit Asheville yet when they arrive and unwind they don’t even want to leave the property!

Guest have access to all parts of both houses.

Michael & Eva like to greet all guest to show the quirks of the old house. We are always available for our guest.

The Carolina Jewel is located at the entrance to the Hawks Landing community which is an upscale community in the valley. It is a good neighborhood for a walk with great neighbors.
Quite time after 10 PM.

Please inquire about pets, we love our fur babies of the canine variety but do limit the number and size of dogs. There is a pet fee of 75 per pet.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 7.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • On the waterfront

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 6,491 square feet

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

Please inquire about charge for over 35 guests

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 85
Note from host: Please inquire about charge for over 35 guests
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 and a first aid kit
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 85. Note from host: Please inquire about charge for over 35 guests For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Asheville's Ultimate Family Reunion Spot! have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a private hot tub at Asheville's Ultimate Family Reunion Spot!?

No, but there is Jetted Baths.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Asheville's Ultimate Family Reunion Spot!?

No, Asheville's Ultimate Family Reunion Spot! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Asheville's Ultimate Family Reunion Spot!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Asheville's Ultimate Family Reunion Spot! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 53 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

msaccocio

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a wonderful Thanksgiving with our family.. This house is very charming and wonderful Hosts. Very attentive. The area was beautiful as well
Thanksgiving dinner
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful unique farmhouse property.Clean, Well stocked and furnished home.Friendly responsive host.Everyone loved the property and our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martha B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

jan j.

Liked: Cleanliness

Christmas Gathering

This was the perfect spot for our family gathering after Christmas with plenty of space for everyone, a well stocked kitchen for preparing family meals and a lovely setting in the mountains. The house has been so lovingly maintained and feels like it could tell many special stories. Thanks for sharing it with us. We'll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily C., Madison

Liked: Cleanliness

A magical wedding weekend

We had the most wonderful time staying at the Carolina Jewel Farmhouse and Creekside Cottage with our friends and family. Each space had all the amenities you could possibly need. Every single one of the bedrooms was large and luxurious (larger than some of the pictures made it seem even which is hardly ever the case!) We got married next to the magical babbling creek and had a reception under a tent with our 50 guests right on the property. Planning even a small wedding is never an easy feat, but Eva was so helpful and easy to work with throughout the whole process. Our guests kept remarking on how cool the farm house is and how the whole property was so well maintained. The Carolina Jewel will be cherished by our family for years to come, we can’t wait to come back and stay for another visit.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous Family Celebration Weekend

Our family of 14 stayed at the Carolina Jewel and I cannot say enough grerat things about this property! We were in the area to celebrate our son's marriage from the year before and the property exceeded our expectations. Not only was it perfectly charming, especially if you love beautiful old historic properties, but it had so much room that even with our large number we never felt crowded. The bedrooms were spacious and with all of the ammenities right down to the little touches like shampoo/conditioner. And while it is steeped in history, it has also been updated and had all of the modern conveniences you could want like jacuzzi tubs in almost every bathroom and a very well stocked kitchen inlcuding Keurig coffee maker, We loved it so much as a family that we are talking about maybe coming together there in the future. Eva was a fabulous and very reponsive host. She came out to help us get settled and was very quick to answer any question we had. If you want a beautiful location for a large crowd - try the Carolina Jewel - you won't be sorry!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vince A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sibling gathering

This property was well laid out for our large gathering. The Creekside Cottage was a nice addition to accommodate everyone comfortably. The grounds were very nice.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mindy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

So much charm and character!

House is beautiful. Came equipped with everything we needed for our stay. Wonderful property!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Historic retreat

Great place to meet family and friends! Plenty of room and privacy for the group.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

laura p.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful wedding weekend

My nephew was getting married at a nearby venue and my mom wanted all of us(13+) to stay together. I rented the carolina jewel, the cabin and the treehouse and it was perfect. It is always nerve wracking to book a spot for that many people but everyone loved it. My 2 married nephews and their young children stayed in the cabin. The bridge over the creek was a favorite of the 3 yos as was the swing. The firepit was utilized both on thursday night for just the family and Friday night for family and groomsmen. Each bedroom had a cool bathroom attached. My 84 yo mom stayed in the 1 downstairs room with a walkin shower. I liked the fact the tv was only in 1 room so people were more inclined to spend time together. I cannot say enough good thjngs about the carolina jewel. We would definitely stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Property was great for my husbands 60th birthday. Enough indoor and outdoor space for all.

Enjoyed location and host recommendations
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Clarence P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Place

We took our kids and grand kids for a Christmas/ New Year family trip. Everyone had a blast, especially the grands. The grand kids played in and around the creek every day. Great place for a great trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathy R., Wellington, Fl

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding week

We had 6 couples stay at the Carolina Jewel. We had the main house and cottage. Couldn't have been more perfect for our friends who came in for the wedding. We had a great time! House was very cool.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pamela M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Reunion/Vacation

We absolutely loved the house and the cottage!! We held our family reunion/vacation at the Carolina Gem. There were 16 of us and we ranged in age from 29 to 76. The property was perfect. Very comfortable and clean. Beautiful landscaping. The furnishings. The history of the house. The great room with the log walls. The stream. The porches. The owner was very helpful and friendly. We hope to return again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

John B., New York

Liked: Cleanliness

Magical gateway to Asheville

Perfect family location with lovely stream on property that kept kids busy for hours! Eva and Michael are the best! Every detail has been thought of, including well stocked kitchens, and a great grocery store is nearby allowing us to eat in and enjoy the fire pit and endless stars! We rented the house and cabin, and everyone enjoyed their own personal bathroom. Gorgeous mountain setting, historic and sparkling clean, you can’t find better anywhere!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cindy G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful property

The house and cottage are lovely. Every attention to detail was there, including a welcome basket of s’mores and coffee. Check in was easy. Only downsides are the historical property is next to the highway and you can hear road noise. And when I contacted the owner 3 times to see if we could check out an hour late, I never got a reply. Overall, it was lovely enough we’d stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jason M., Lancaster, PA

Liked: Cleanliness

Would stay here again

Great house for a big group!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Courtney E.

Liked: Cleanliness

The perfect place for our wedding weekend

My husband and I recently spent a beautiful weekend at the Carolina Jewel for our wedding weekend! When choosing a location, it was important to us that we have room for our immediate family to stay with us, outdoor space for the little cousins to run around in, plenty of common areas in the home, and overall a beautiful place for the pictures of our special day that we'll treasure in the years to come. The Carolina Jewel hit every mark and exceeded our expectations. The Carolina Jewel is truly one of a kind. It's a breathtaking property with the sweetest touches in every room. It really felt like a home away from home for us and our family. Eva was also so helpful and responsive, doing everything from meeting with our wedding planner months in advance, to giving us a tour of the property when we arrived, to being totally available during our stay as any questions arose. I can't say enough positive things about the Jewel - we'll definitely be back for anniversaries and family reunions in the years to come!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

4/10 Poor

Terry W.

Not at all what we expected!

We would first like to say that we had a warm welcome from the owners! But, when we pulled up to the front of the house we were disappointed, walking up to the front of the house was a hazardous experience...there were big boulders that were used as steps and then a slate trail that was slippery. We were afraid of falling being we are all in our 70's. All the bathrooms did not have walk-in showers which was also a concern because the bathtubs were difficult to get into. But, the biggest issue we had were the "Stink Bugs" which were in the bedrooms...they were all over even in our suitcases and drawers I had to leave the room and go sleep on the couch downstairs. I believe that older people should be made aware of these issues!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Berkeley B.

exceeded expectations and reviews

We really enjoyed our stay and everyone raved about the house and the cabin. The kitchen is very well equipped and our many cooks repeatedly remarked about it. We were there for a family reunion, 16 people covering three generations and there were NO complaints. The beds were very comfortable and the sheets and towels are high quality. There are many activities in the area and Eva was very helpful in orienting us to the house and the area. We had plenty of room and the house was very quiet for two of us when all the younger generations were out zip lining etc. For such a nice place for such a large group, it was a bargain.. .
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa H.

Beautiful property and fantastic hosts

We had a wonderful time with three families with young children. Great outdoor space and plenty of room for eight adults plus kids (we brought our own travel cribs). The house had everything we needed. We made a fire outside in the fire ring and marshmallows, which was fantastic. Two ovens made it easy to make quick breakfasts and dinners. Gas fireplace kept the house cozy.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette D.

Well appointed, clean, great beds

Cozy but spacious. Clean and comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Christian C.

Great place to get married!!!

The house and grounds are absolutely beautiful! We recently were married on a beautiful Fall afternoon while the leaves were starting to change. The grounds easily accommodated 70 guests, a band, and large tent in case of rain. Between the main house and cottage, 20 family and friends slept there over the weekend. Eva and Michael are amazing hosts and went above and beyond to open their home up to us for our special day! I highly recommend this property for weddings or family gatherings.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Ruby R.

Beautiful

Love everything. The area and people in the community were very friendly. The private bathroom in each room was a plus.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Charles C.

AWESOME!!!!!!

Well, where do I start?! First, the owners, Eva & Michael, are as Awesome as the property, and that's saying A LOT! They are so friendly & accommodating ... they just want everyone to be happy & comfortable when staying at their Carolina Jewel. We had a family of 14 stay there for 5 nights to celebrate my husband's 70th birthday: 9 adults and 5 children ages 9, 6, 4, 2 & 12 weeks. The property is just beautiful, the house and cottage are so charming, and the layout of both places accommodated everyone beautifully! And, a big plus was the children rarely played with their iPads & we never turned on a tv ... couldn't even get them to have a movie night ... too much to do outside playing in the brook, playing yard games, making smores around the fire pit, just running around the incredible yard. The location of The Carolina Jewel also gives you close access to so much entertainment like zip lining, tubing, etc. Many wonderful memories were made here for our family that will last a lifetime!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2017