Come together at Grace House Estate, a multi-home property that includes an impressive Main House along with two adjoining, newer homes, The Barn and The Cottage. Perfect for multiple couples or families looking for turn-of-the-century county charm updated with modern conveniences, Grace House Estate is a rare find of three homes combined to offer amazing indoor and outdoor gathering spaces alongside spacious and accommodating private quarters.
Located less than a mile from Mars Hill town center, Grace House Estate stretches over 14 acres of forest and rolling pasture. Opportunities for adventure abound, including a wooded picnic area, horseshoe pits, and a walking trail to the property's pinnacle point, which features a stone fire pit and views of nearby mountain peaks. Closer to home, The Main House courtyard is conveniently fenced and ideal for children, dogs, lounging on a sunny day, and gathering around the above-ground fire pit late into the evening.
The Main House
Built in 1917 and once home to a family of 15 children, The Main House embodies old-fashioned appeal with classic covered porches, a front parlor sitting area, and eight gas-burning fireplaces. Gather together for home-cooked meals in the traditional dining room, featuring original beadboard walls and a grandfather clock that stands at least six feet tall. The sun room and fully-equipped kitchen are bright and cheery spaces with pastoral views from the back of the house.
Find rest and relaxation in The Main House's five spacious bedroom suites, each outfitted with comfortable furnishings and a flat screen TV. The main floor master suite features two fireplaces and a private living room with a small bar area and mini-fridge, perfect for preparing morning coffee or an afternoon snack. A second master suite, located on the upper level, also has two fireplaces and offers access to a covered porch with great views of the property. If you enjoy a deep soak in a hot bath, you'll love the upper level guest room that features an attached bath with an antique clawfoot tub.
The Barn
A stroll just up the hill from the The Main House brings you to The Barn, a recently renovated home where you'll discover the very definition of rustic modern decor. This comfortable space features original curiosities such as sliding stall doors and a tin-roof ceiling, as well as stunning architectural details like the exposed wooden beams and massive stone hearth. The Barn includes a fully-equipped kitchen that's large enough to cook for a family feast, a washer and dryer, and a master bedroom with a king bed and en-suite bathroom. Head outdoors for a good time around the grill. Views of the estate and cool mountain breezes are best enjoyed from a lounge chair on the covered patio!
The Cottage
Located just behind The Main House, The Cottage provides additional space to spread out in a conventional private home. Offering two bedrooms, a cozy living area, and a kitchenette with a full-size refrigerator, this home offers easy access from the paved driveway, and is handicap assisted with accessible attributes including a single-level floor plan, ramps on the front and back entrances, wide entrance doors, and grab bars in one of the baths. The vibrant back deck overlooks The Main House courtyard and pastures beyond.
Create your own timeless traditions at Grace House Estate. This is the perfect place for reconnecting with friends and loved ones, whether it's quiet moments like drinking lemonade on the covered front porch or busy days filled with family activities, the memories you create here will last a lifetime!
Amenities
• Pet-Friendly
• 3 Separate Homes: The Main House, The Barn & The Cottage
• 5 Bedrooms in The Main House: 3 King, 1 Queen, 1 Full, 6 Twin, plus 4 Full Baths
• 2 Bedrooms in The Barn: 1 King & 1 Queen, plus 2 Full Baths
• 2 Bedrooms in The Cottage: 2 King & 1 Queen Sleeper Sofa, plus 1 Full Bath & 1 Half Bath
• Fully Equipped Kitchen in The Main House & The Barn; Kitchenette in The Cottage
• Gas Fireplaces in The Main House & Wood Fireplace in The Barn
• Satellite TV
• Shaded Group Picnic Area
• Ridegeline Fire Pit with Mountain Views
• 14-Acre Estate Just Minutes from Downtown Mars Hill
Bed/Bath Arrangements
• The Barn: Bedroom One - 1 Queen Bed; Bedroom Two - 1 King Bed, attached Full Bath; Full Bath off Main Living Area
Note: Bedroom Two and its attached bath are only accessible by walking through Bedroom One.
• The Main House, Main Level: Main Level Master Suite (Bedroom Three) - 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Pull-out Trundle Twin Bed; Bedroom Four- 1 Queen Bed; 2 Full Baths
• The Main House, Upper Level: Bedroom Five - 1 King Bed, attached Full Bath; Upper Level Master Suite (Bedroom Six) - 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Pull-out Trundle Twin Bed; Bedroom Seven (Mini-Suite) - 1 Full Bed, 1 Twin Bed, 1 Pull-out Trundle Twin Bed; Full Bath
• The Cottage: Bedroom Eight - 1 King Bed; Bedroom Nine - 1 King Bed; Queen Sleeper Sofa in Living Area; 1 Full Bath; 1 Half Bath
Location Details
A visit to the charming mountain town of Mars Hill gives you the best of both worlds: convenience to Asheville, just 15 miles away via nearby I-26, and the delight of Madison County's majestic rural beauty. Home to Mars Hill University, the oldest college in Western North Carolina, Mars Hill is known for its thriving arts community and abundance of outdoor activities in the area, including mountain biking at nearby Bailey Mountain, skiing at Wolf Laurel, hiking the Appalachian Trail, and exploring scenic points along the Blue Ridge Parkway.
This Asheville vacation rental is located in Mars Hill and is approximately 22 minutes to downtown Asheville. 3D Virtual Tours
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