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Historic Estate Property with Wooded Escapes, Views, & Event Spaces on 14 Acres

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Terrace/patio
TV, fireplace
Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

11 bedrooms8 bathroomsSleeps 30

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Mars Hill, NC
  • Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Pisgah National Forest
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Hatley Pointe Ski Resort
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪43 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Historic Estate Property with Wooded Escapes, Views, & Event Spaces on 14 Acres

Welcome to "Twin Willows," an exquisite estate property located in the heart of the North Carolina mountains. Our estate features three distinct and beautifully appointed homes, situated on 14 pristine mountain acres with walking trails, a bonfire area, mountain views, and a rolling creek.

The historic Stines House, with its seven bedrooms and four bathrooms, is the centerpiece of our estate. This 100-year-old gem has been lovingly restored and can sleep up to 14 guests.

Next to the Stines House is the charming Cascade Cottage, featuring two bedrooms and one and a half bathrooms that comfortably accommodates up to four guests.

Lastly, The Stables is a renovated barn and stable home with two bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and rustic-chic decor.

Our estate offers a perfect mix of privacy and convenience, as we're just a short walk from Mars Hill University and downtown Mars Hill businesses, including restaurants, coffee shops, a brewery, shopping, and more. Twin Willows is also located just 25 minutes north of Asheville, NC, which means you'll have easy access to an array of outdoor adventures like hiking, skiing, rafting, zip-lining, and exploring the Blue Ridge Parkway. If you're looking for artisan shopping and crafts, you're just minutes away from the best local options.
But that's not all!

Twin Willows also features private event space that's perfect for family weddings, rehearsal dinners, and other events. Book the entire estate and spend your special event weekend at Twin Willows.

No matter what brings you to the mountains, Twin Willows is the perfect vacation rental destination for making unforgettable memories with your loved ones. Book your stay today and experience the ultimate mountain getaway!
During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be within walking distance of Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre. Laundry facilities are available. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the holiday home.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and 7.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Just a 2-minute drive from Southern Appalachian Repertory Theatre and 7 minutes from Pisgah National Forest
Historic Estate Property with Wooded Escapes, Views, & Event Spaces on 14 Acres offers its guests barbecue grills and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Joe Lasher

Languages

English

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 11 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 7.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Water tubing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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: 50
Note from host: We have private event spaces available to rent.
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Historic Estate Property with Wooded Escapes, Views, & Event Spaces on 14 Acres Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 16 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ellen A.

Liked: Cleanliness
We love the variety of spaces and sleeping arrangements for our church group. We use The Stable as our meal prep and dining area and use the other two buildings for lodging. the Main House and Stable are great for group gatherings and the Cottage works well for those who need a little more peace and quiet from the group. Ample towels and other amenities are provided. All kitchens are well-stocked. The Main House is an historic, old building with character - respect of buildings with interesting floor plans from days gone by will help you embrace this space. Terrific porch spaces. Washers and dryers are all new and work well. Great water pressure throughout. Once in bedrooms, you'll appreciate how quiet things are - no road noise. We love to eat at Smokin' Joe's on property. Joe is a gracious host.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald G.

Liked: Cleanliness

80th Birthday Celebration

The Property was perfect !
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adelheid S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding and Family Reunion

We chose this property for our 45 people micro-wedding and family reunion. It was a wonderful venue and place to stay. We had our ceremony in the garden of the Stines House and reception at the Stable. I constantly communicated with Amy until the weekend of our stay and I communicated with Joe throughout my stay. They are wonderful hosts and were very helpful and communicative throughout the whole process.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Reunion

Great location for our large family! Joe was great to rent from and very friendly and responsive. Dinner and live music Friday on property was perfect!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOHN I.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wedding at Twin Willows

This property is perfect for a wedding. There are plenty of bedrooms for family, friends and wedding party to enjoy an extended event. Joe and Amy were extremely helpful and always willing to answer questions at a moment’s notice. Our daughter was over the moon with how everything turned out for her special day. The chapel on-site was a big hit with the wedding guests and the grounds were so beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Church Mission Trip Stay at Twin Willows

Twin Willows has been where my church in Pittsburgh, PA have stayed for the past 2 years when we've come down to Mars Hill, NC to do mission work with the Community Housing Coalition of Madison County. Joe and the Twin Willows property have been ideal for our group--it met all of our needs, from gathering spaces, to sleeping arrangements, to plenty of amenities for food and such. We adore Joe and the Twin Willows property and would highly recommend anyone staying here!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol M.

Liked: Cleanliness

2024 family reunion

Awesome property for a big group. Loved the location and the 3 houses were great for various activities. The community area on the property is closer than some might like, but everyone was respectful of private areas.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Magical Wedding

We held our wedding and welcome dinner here and our wedding day was magical. It allowed all our friends to stay on property with us and offered multiple locations to host the events throughout the weekend; got married in the chapel and dinner at one of the houses. Great space!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

We had a great visit. The hosts hospitality was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Thanksgiving

Our family stayed on the property for four nights. All was perfect. The owner was responsive to inquiries. Home was clean. Property was scenic. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful property for multigenerational family get together!

Everything worked out well for our family of 28, ranging from 1-100 in age! We celebrated our Mother’s 100th birthday in the large space in the Stable and all met for breakfast in the Stine House! We highly recommend Twin Willows and hope to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

ALAN R.

Liked: Cleanliness

MHU 70's Alumni

Everything was great, convenient to anything you need. Smoking Joe Lasher provides some great food right there at the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri C., Beaufort, NC

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Cousin's Reunion

If you are coming to this area, then you MUST consider Twin Willows as your place to stay. The 3 houses were absolutely perfect for our Cousin's reunion. Spacious, clean, well stocked, and comfortable with plenty of room for everyone to spend time together and still have a quiet space to rest in the evenings. We loved having the Stables as a gathering spot for coffee, meals and evening drinks as well as the little "bar" down the hill for cornhole and hanging out together after being out for the day. There was nothing we wanted for; all houses were well stocked and our host, Joe, was beyond helpful, super responsive and considerate with providing suggestions on things to do in the area. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Logan P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great wedding weekend

We loved staying here and celebrating our intimate wedding with our friends and family. The property is beautiful, and it was perfect to be able to spread out our group across the three buildings. And the chapel was the cutest little spot to have our ceremony. Everything was very clean with plenty of towels and extra amenities. The fire pit is amazing but keep in mind that the whole place is situated on the side of a hill so anyone with physical difficulties may struggle in between the buildings or to get up to the fire pit spot. We would definitely recommend this place - it was also super convenient to town but felt remote at the same time. The property is beautiful with plenty of places to explore or sit down and hang out. Thank you for having us, Joe/Twin Willows!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gregory D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing estate with perfect location

We were a group of about 15 friends, including couples, families, single people, a young child, and a dog. We had a fabulous time at Twin Willows! Property: The three houses were absolutely perfect for our group. People could be up late talking in the Stables while people could go to sleep early in the other two houses. The Stables definitely had the best large common space for group dinners and hangouts. The whole estate is absolutely gorgeous and we loved the view off of the patio there! No complaints about the facilities or the rooms. Location: It's around a 20-minute drive to get into Asheville, but we didn't mind that. It was incredibly convenient to have coffee, Ingles, Waffle House, etc. so close to the property; it absolutely removed all stress about having food. You can easily walk to the Mars Hill University campus and access downtown and a nice running path from there (you're only on the road for about 500 feet before you get to a sidewalk). Joe was extremely responsive to a few requests we had and was a great host!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ellen M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Outstanding for Family Reunion

We rented all 3 buildings for a 20 person family reunion. Facility was GREAT for multi-family gathering. Joe, the new owner, was GREAT and very responsive to deal with. Only minor surprise was the big kitchen and eating room is in the Stables - not the Stines House (that sleeps 14). The Stines kitchen is too small to pull off big event. The kitchen and eating area in the Stables worked very well. All worked for us, but if we hadn't rented the Stables too, we would have been disappointed. Strongly recommend the estate and the owners.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023