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Historic stone chalet a mile from the Switzerland Inn
Sleeps 3
1 Bedroom
1 Bathroom
Min stay 1
Historic stone chalet a mile from the Switzerland Inn
Little Switzerland, North Carolina, USA
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Sleeps 3
1 Bedroom
1 Bathroom
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About the Property
Stay in your own little haven -- a stone chalet that was once the Kilmichael Tower. This one bedroom chalet, with impressive two-foot Stay in your own little haven -- a stone chalet that was once the Kilmichael Tower. This one bedroom chalet, with impressive two-foot thick stone walls and 23-foot cathedral ceiling, harks back to the days when the Kilmichaels left their mark in history on the Isle
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Stay in your own little haven -- a stone chalet that was once the Kilmichael Tower. This one bedroom chalet, with impressive two-foot Stay in your own little haven -- a stone chalet that was once the Kilmichael Tower. This one bedroom chalet, with impressive two-foot thick stone walls and 23-foot cathedral ceiling, harks back to the days when the Kilmichaels left their mark in history on the Isle of Arran. Chalet Switz today offers Blue Ridge mountain ecology, imaginative architectural design and the perfect setting for a memorable getaway.
Located on the very top of 4000-foot Grassy Mountain, the Chalet is a 20-minute walk from Little Switzerland's village center, a historic 100-year old town with quaint shops, homes of extraordinary character and fine and casual dining. Unlike at many residences in Little Switzerland, there is no traffic noise from the Parkway or other paved roads in the area since you'll be located on the very top of the mountain. As you walk down a country road to the village you will enjoy breathtaking views and the countryside filled with wildlife and natural forest, passing a few residences on the way as you descend 800 feet.
Your walk can easily be extended to Grassy Falls by going under the stone bridge and taking a right onto the untraveled dirt road that takes you about another downhill mile to the falls.
Chalet Switz is made of natural materials with the finest of craftsmanship. Cozy nooks include the kitchen and the inglenook with wood-burning stone fireplace. The airy loft above with its 13' cathedral ceiling offers spectacular views of the night sky right from your bed! Amenities for your comfort include down pillows, Ralph Lauren linens, and a Kohler Greek tub with hand-held shower in which you can relax and enjoy the serenity. The kitchen is equipped with refrigerator-freezer, stove/oven, coffee maker, toaster and distinctive dinnerware. A pleasant garden surrounding the Chalet can be enjoyed while dining outdoors or relaxing on chaise lounges.
Between 5 and 24 miles away along the Blue Ridge Parkway is spectacular hiking at Linville Falls, Crabtree Falls, Craggy Gardens and Mt. Mitchell. Penland (www.penland.org) is less than 15 miles away, the crucible for the dozens of pottery, glass, wood, iron and other fine craft studios and shops in the area.
A 50-mile drive on the scenic, forested Blue Ridge Parkway takes you past the Black Mountains with 6 of the highest 10 peaks -- including Mt. Mitchell, the highest mountain -- east of the Mississippi to the city of Asheville and the Biltmore.
In the winter, when 'the season' has ended and most village shops and the Switzerland Inn (but not the Mountain View restaurant) have closed, there is peaceful quiet and endless views. You can lie in bed or bath and listen to the wind roar in the trees -- or sit in front of a fire in the cave-quiet inglenook. The super-insulated home with silent, dry electric heat combined with warmth emanating from the 23' tall rock chimney is truly a haven.
Located on the very top of 4000-foot Grassy Mountain, the Chalet is a 20-minute walk from Little Switzerland's village center, a historic 100-year old town with quaint shops, homes of extraordinary character and fine and casual dining. Unlike at many residences in Little Switzerland, there is no traffic noise from the Parkway or other paved roads in the area since you'll be located on the very top of the mountain. As you walk down a country road to the village you will enjoy breathtaking views and the countryside filled with wildlife and natural forest, passing a few residences on the way as you descend 800 feet.
Your walk can easily be extended to Grassy Falls by going under the stone bridge and taking a right onto the untraveled dirt road that takes you about another downhill mile to the falls.
Chalet Switz is made of natural materials with the finest of craftsmanship. Cozy nooks include the kitchen and the inglenook with wood-burning stone fireplace. The airy loft above with its 13' cathedral ceiling offers spectacular views of the night sky right from your bed! Amenities for your comfort include down pillows, Ralph Lauren linens, and a Kohler Greek tub with hand-held shower in which you can relax and enjoy the serenity. The kitchen is equipped with refrigerator-freezer, stove/oven, coffee maker, toaster and distinctive dinnerware. A pleasant garden surrounding the Chalet can be enjoyed while dining outdoors or relaxing on chaise lounges.
Between 5 and 24 miles away along the Blue Ridge Parkway is spectacular hiking at Linville Falls, Crabtree Falls, Craggy Gardens and Mt. Mitchell. Penland (www.penland.org) is less than 15 miles away, the crucible for the dozens of pottery, glass, wood, iron and other fine craft studios and shops in the area.
A 50-mile drive on the scenic, forested Blue Ridge Parkway takes you past the Black Mountains with 6 of the highest 10 peaks -- including Mt. Mitchell, the highest mountain -- east of the Mississippi to the city of Asheville and the Biltmore.
In the winter, when 'the season' has ended and most village shops and the Switzerland Inn (but not the Mountain View restaurant) have closed, there is peaceful quiet and endless views. You can lie in bed or bath and listen to the wind roar in the trees -- or sit in front of a fire in the cave-quiet inglenook. The super-insulated home with silent, dry electric heat combined with warmth emanating from the 23' tall rock chimney is truly a haven.
General
Property Type:
Chalet
Location Type:
Mountain
Size:
750
SQ-FT
Suitability
Popular Amenities
Internet Access
Heater
Fireplace
Parking
Linens Provided
Towels Provided
Electronics & Entertaiment
Wireless Internet Access
Books
Electronics & Entertaiment
Wireless Internet Access
Books
Kitchen & Dining
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Toaster
Coffee Maker
Stove
Oven
Kitchen Utensils
Pool & Spa
Other Features
Yard/Garden
Grill
Massage
Other Features
Yard/Garden
Grill
Massage
Attractions / Facilities
Bedding Arrangement
Queen bed in the loft with its 13' high ceiling and views of the night sky. Second sofa-bed in the ingelnook front of the fireplace.
Messenger
Area Information
Nearest Airport
Asheville Regional Airport
65
Miles Away
Nearest Bar
Switzerland Inn
1
Mile Away
Nearest Ski Resort
Sugar Mountain Resort
33
Miles Away
Nearest Golf Club
Grassy Creek Golf and Country Club
6
Miles Away
Nearest Restaurant
Switzerland Inn
1
Mile Away
Last Calendar Update Feb 22, 2025
Rates
Period
Nightly
Weekend Night
Weekly
Monthly
Holiday
Standard Rate
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1 minimum stay
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1 minimum stay
$95
$130
$735
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Policies & Payments
Payment Policies
The owner of this property requires a 50% down payment to reserve and full payment 30 days before check-in.
Fees & Taxes
Cleaning Fee:
$55
Lodging Tax:
11.75%
Time
Maximum Stay:
one week
Check-In:
3:00 PM
Check-Out:
11:00 AM
Deposit Requirements
A separate $250 damage deposit check that I'll plan to mail back to you the day after your departure with VOID written on it and the amount crossed out.
A separate $250 damage deposit check that I'll plan to mail back to you the day after your departure with VOID written on it and the amount crossed out.
Cancellation & Refund Policy
The cancellation fee is the rental fee (not including the cleaning fee or taxes), unless you or I locate replacement guests in which case there is no cancellation fee.
The cancellation fee is the rental fee (not including the cleaning fee or taxes), unless you or I locate replacement guests in which case there is no cancellation fee.
House Rules
Unless other arrangements are made, the chalet is to be occupied by two adults. No children, pets, parties, extra guests, motorcycles or smoking on the property.
Before departure, please wash dishes, drape any damp towels over the railings, and put things back where they were when you arrived.
Bettie, the owner, is readily available by email and Steve, the caretaker, is ... more +
Before departure, please wash dishes, drape any damp towels over the railings, and put things back where they were when you arrived.
Bettie, the owner, is readily available by email and Steve, the caretaker, is ... more +
Unless other arrangements are made, the chalet is to be occupied by two adults. No children, pets, parties, extra guests, motorcycles or smoking on the property.
Before departure, please wash dishes, drape any damp towels over the railings, and put things back where they were when you arrived.
Bettie, the owner, is readily available by email and Steve, the caretaker, is available by texting.
Steve will leave firewood on the hearth and guests leave payment for him for any they use in cash or a check at the going rate locally -- usually $7 a bundle. Guests do not dispose of ashes or clean the fireplace grate.
Before departure, please wash dishes, drape any damp towels over the railings, and put things back where they were when you arrived.
Bettie, the owner, is readily available by email and Steve, the caretaker, is available by texting.
Steve will leave firewood on the hearth and guests leave payment for him for any they use in cash or a check at the going rate locally -- usually $7 a bundle. Guests do not dispose of ashes or clean the fireplace grate.
About the Host
This property was purchased in 1984
About Bettie
Was a tenured professor of linguistics at UCF for over 30 years.
Have done a lot of research on the design and marketing of both successful and unsuccessful bicycle transportation systems in northern Europe and the US, starting with a consulting job for the federal Center for Advanced Transportation Systems Simulation (CATSS) in the UCF College of Engineering and Metroplan Orlando.
Have al
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Was a tenured professor of linguistics at UCF for over 30 years.
Have done a lot of research on the design and marketing of both successful and unsuccessful bicycle transportation systems in northern Europe and the US, starting with a consulting job for the federal Center for Advanced Transportation Systems Simulation (CATSS) in the UCF College of Engineering and Metroplan Orlando.
Have also been a student of studio photography and portraiture for the past 10 years.
I thoroughly enjoy sharing my chalet with guests who appreciate the beauty that surrounds them up there on the top of Grassy Mountain.
Why This Property?
When I saw the nearly 2-foot thick stone walls and gorgeous window ledges laid by the McKinneys in the 1920's, it was love at first sight. Clearly expert knowledge of stone masonry had made it from Scotland across the Atlantic and been preserved in Appalachia.
Added to this was the location in a lovely, spacious residential area on the very top of a forested mountain with an artesian well at t
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When I saw the nearly 2-foot thick stone walls and gorgeous window ledges laid by the McKinneys in the 1920's, it was love at first sight. Clearly expert knowledge of stone masonry had made it from Scotland across the Atlantic and been preserved in Appalachia.
Added to this was the location in a lovely, spacious residential area on the very top of a forested mountain with an artesian well at the entry pilasters a mile down the mountain -- a pleasant walk on a private road to the village center and Grassy Falls beyond.
Unique Benefits
You have peace and quiet and privacy without feeling isolated or remote. There is beauty everywhere around you -- the yard, the several acre adjacent mowed Commons area, interiors with fine fabrics including Ralph Lauren sheets, comforter, wool blanket and towels in addition to a duvet, hand laid local stone, and finely crafted wood details.
You have peace and quiet and privacy without feeling isolated or remote. There is beauty everywhere around you -- the yard, the several acre adjacent mowed Commons area, interiors with fine fabrics including Ralph Lauren sheets, comforter, wool blanket and towels in addition to a duvet, hand laid local stone, and finely crafted wood details.
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