651 N Main St, Mars Hill, NC 28754

Nestled on 2/3 of an acre of private wooded hillside, this charming furnished cottage offers the best of both worlds: a peaceful retreat that feels tucked away in nature, yet is only a half-mile to downtown Mars Hill. Available fully furnished, this home is move-in ready; simply bring your linens, towels, and personal belongings. Blending historic charm with modern comfort, the cottage features hardwood floors, distinctive cottage windows, a welcoming front porch complete with a classic red porch swing, and a beautiful stone fireplace with a convenient gas insert. The efficient floor plan centers around the dining room, creating an inviting flow throughout the home. The bright kitchen offers new cabinetry, a large fridge and gas range, and a convenient washer/dryer closet. The cozy living room is perfect for relaxing, while French doors from the dining room open onto a large 15' x 40' covered deck overlooking the peaceful woods. The primary bedroom features an entire wall of closets and built-in drawers, while the second bedroom provides an ideal space for a home office or guest room. The bathroom includes both a bathtub and shower. Outside, you'll enjoy beautiful mature landscaping with flowering shrubs, perennials, fruit trees, blackberry bushes, compost bins, and a kitchen herb garden. The private wooded backyard invites quiet walks, birdwatching, or simply relaxing among the trees. Three separate outdoor living spaces offer a perfect spot for every time of day: - Front porch overlooking the garden - Side deck just outside the kitchen for easy access to fresh herbs and outdoor dining - Large rear deck surrounded by the woods Outdoor recreation and small-town amenities are just minutes away. Bailey Mountain Preserve is just over a mile from the home, offering scenic hiking trails, while Mars Hill University brings year-round sporting and cultural events. Enjoy local favorites including Camden's Coffee and Mars Hill Theatre Brewing Co. Conveniently located just over 10 miles from Weaverville and less than 20 miles from Asheville. Rental Details $1,800 per month Lease available from mid-July through mid-January (flexible) Fully furnished Owners (not a property management company) will be living overseas but will be accessible for tenant support, with local support on-call. Included in Rent Water and utilities (except electricity and gas) High-speed Wi-Fi Lawn care Trash and recycling service Tenant Pays: Electricity Natural gas (stove and fireplace) Move-In Requirements First month's rent $1,800 security deposit Proof of income Rental references Credit history Background check (Zillow application accepted) Maximum occupancy: 2 adults. Non-smoking property. Dogs considered with additional pet deposit. Rental details: $1,800 per month; Lease term of mid-July through mid-January is negotiable. Landlords are the house owners (not brokers); they will be living overseas but will have a local house manager on hand to take care of tenant needs throughout lease. Landlords pay utilities, WIFI, lawn-mowing services, trash and recycling. Tenant pays directly to French Broad for metered electricity and directly to Enbridge for metered gas (for kitchen stove/oven and for gas fireplace). First month's rent plus a $1,800 security deposit are required. Proof of of income, rental references, credit score and a background check required. Maximum occupancy of 2 non-smoking tenants. Dogs considered (with pet deposit).