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Historic Carriage House - Downtown Waynesville, Walk to Main Street! Fast Wifi!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
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9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 484 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

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Waynesville, NC
  • Place, Museum of North Carolina Handicrafts
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, LoneBackpacker Gallery of World Photography
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Balsam Spa
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Asheville, NC (AVL-Asheville Regional)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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

Historic Carriage House - Downtown Waynesville, Walk to Main Street! Fast Wifi!

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Welcome to the Historic Shelton House Carriage House, managed by Carolina Mountain Vacation Homes
A trusted, family-owned business proudly serving Waynesville and Maggie Valley travelers since the early 1990s.

Experience the charm of historic downtown Waynesville with a stay at this lovingly restored upstairs guest suite—just three blocks from Main Street. This bright and inviting apartment blends modern comfort with mountain history and sits on the beautiful Shelton House property, part of the Museum of NC Handicrafts, surrounded by 4+ acres of rolling hills and mountain views.

THE SPACE

Located above the Museum of NC Handicrafts Gift Shop, this cozy suite is ideal for couples or small families. Though compact, it’s thoughtfully designed and fully equipped for a comfortable stay.

Accommodations:
• 1 king bedroom
• 1 queen bedroom
• 1 full bathroom
• Comfortable living area with ample seating, TV, and board games
• Compact kitchenette with essentials, coffee pods, and starter supplies
• Washer/dryer (downstairs, separate access upon request)

Enjoy scenic views of the Hart Theater, Saturday Farmers Market, and Smoky Mountains from the suite’s many windows.

AMENITIES

• High-speed Spectrum WiFi
• Roku TV for Netflix, Hulu, YouTubeTV, etc. (log into your own accounts)
• Linens and towels provided
• Starter soaps, coffee pods, and paper products included
• Washer/dryer access upon request
• Free parking for up to 2 vehicles
• 1 small, well-behaved dog (≤ 25 lbs) allowed – $50 fee
• No smoking inside the home
• Note: The unit is upstairs and may not be suitable for guests with mobility challenges.

LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

• 3 blocks – Downtown Waynesville (shops, breweries, and restaurants)
• Across the street – Hart Theater & Saturday Farmers Market
• 10 min – Lake Junaluska
• 15 min – Maggie Valley
• 25 min – Cataloochee Ski Area
• 30 min – Cherokee
• 40 min – Asheville & Biltmore Estate

HISTORIC SIGNIFICANCE

Built in 1918 by Will Shelton, the Carriage House originally served as the housekeeper’s quarters and garage. Today, it hosts the Shelton Carriage House Gift Shop, featuring over 25 local artists and crafters.

The main house, constructed in 1875 by Stephen Shelton, is now home to the Museum of NC Handicrafts, listed on the National Register of Historic Places and featuring one of the finest folk art collections in the Southeast.

HOUSE RULES

• Check-in after 4:00 PM / Check-out by 10:00 AM
• Maximum occupancy: 4 guests
• No smoking inside
• One small dog (≤ 25 lbs) permitted with $50 fee
• No parties or events
• Minimum renter age: 25 years
• Please respect the historic grounds and museum visitors

HOST MESSAGE

Our team at Carolina Mountain Vacation Homes is proud to offer a stay that blends history and hospitality. The Historic Shelton House Carriage House invites you to enjoy modern comfort, local artistry, and the mountain charm of downtown Waynesville—all in one special place.
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Shelton House. You'll find features such as laundry facilities. The holiday home includes amenities such as free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with kitchen, washing machine and living room
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities
  • Steps from Shelton House and Museum of North Carolina Handicrafts
As a guest of Historic Carriage House - Downtown Waynesville, Walk to Main Street! Fast Wifi!, you'll find a garden and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains

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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 900 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

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

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
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 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.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

1108460

Reviews

Historic Carriage House - Downtown Waynesville, Walk to Main Street! Fast Wifi! Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda C.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a wonderful choice for us. Location is close to everything…good food and shopping…as well as easy access to Maggie Valley, Sylva…and Asheville. It is quiet with no houses right next to you. Beds are very comfortable, kitchen has everything you would need (although we ate out every meal… too many choices to sit home and eat). Starter supply of shampoo, etc. was all we needed. Check in and out was easy; communication with the host was excellent. It will be on our list of properties to return to. One note….the listing does indicate stairs, along with a picture; however the stairs are steeper and narrower than the picture shows; we did OK but it’s worth noting. Overall an excellent place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness
This is a lovely little apartment on the beautiful grounds of a historic house (now a museum). The gardens and lawns surrounding the property are amazing- tended by local garden clubs, they are full of flowers and plants and old growth trees. And an added bonus, the weekly Farmers Market takes place on the property! It is a short walk to downtown, but it is uphill. (Nice downhill walk home, though!) The only thing that would have made this place better would be a balcony to sit outside to view the mountains, which surround this property :)
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property! Perfectly located and rich with history. Check-in was a little off because we arrived at midnight. The team was ready to help us, but we didn't want to disturb them. Now I understand they are staffed 24/7! The kitchen was very well appointed, yet charming!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgia P.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

William H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Up stairs Museum apartment

It was a clean and very nice 2 bed apartment one bath and it was a good deal and proceeds go to the Museum property is what I understood.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

PEDRO Y.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place to stay

Nice, clean at walking distance from pretty downtown Waynesville. It is located on a second floor with steep stairs
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve W., Port Royal

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and perfect for dogs

Stayed 3 nights for hiking and cutting down Christmas Tree. House was within uphill walk of town, in the middle of large field. Very clean, perfect for a couple or small family. Bathroom is tiny but adequate. Wouldn’t recommend for two couples because only one bath.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sweet carriage House In Waynesville

My husband and I came for a long weekend to get away from the disaster in our hometown, Asheville. We were mostly interested in finding a clean pet friendly place where we could enjoy running water, be able to cook for ourselves, and have a laundry facility. I knew this was going to be a nice spot because of its rating, but I really had no idea how much we were going to enjoy it. The location is wonderful. So close to town, right next to the theater which we enjoyed seeing a show while we were there, and just nice and comfortable. The grounds are beautiful To look at and lovely to walk in. We will definitely come back
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

James M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great temporary home!

Great place for a temporary stay after a hurricane . I was completely comfortable and had everything I needed. I never felt unsafe, uncomfortable, or like I was worried about needs. Great little town, of course! Thanks guys!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean quiet cozy good location

Well appointed, nice linens, very small bathroom but manageable
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute!

Adorable little apartment
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angela L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely stay

The location was technically within walking distance to town but the hill was so steep for a good .5 mile we drive downtown. Plenty of parking in town and super cute shops. We drove 45 miles to the Boogerman trail in the Great Smokey Mountains park. This place had everything we wanted. Absolutely old time feel with all the modern capabilities. It is a little pricey and there was a little more traffic with it being attached to a museum small event center but it was quiet and i would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bailey B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Stay

Property was just as pictured and very clean! Well stocked with kitchen essentials and basics for cooking. Convenient to downtown Waynesville, highways, and Lake Junaluska where we were attending a conference. There was a community market on Saturday morning that we could walk to from the front door! We enjoyed our long weekend stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Coni R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great find!

This was perfect for our 4 day stay in Waynesville. Clean, comfortable and well appointed. Convenient location. Just as described.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renee S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint historical accommodation

Cute, quite and enjoyable. Nice and clean!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful

Great time. Great place.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy H., Atlanta

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful private location, walk to town

Plenty of space for the two of us. We did not use second bedroom at all. There is only one tiny bathroom off the kitchen, but it worked out ok.nice shower and towels,etc. we wood stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022